Joe Elmer Collins, 91, of Vidor, passed away peacefully at his residence on Friday, February 14, 2025. A native of Rusk, Texas, Joe made Vidor his home in 1956, where he built a life centered around faith, family, and hard work. Joe is survived by his children: David Collins Sr. of Vidor, TX; Rickie Collins of Vidor, TX; Pamela Cole of Vidor, TX; Debbie Jones of Kirbyville, TX; Judy Collins Garcia of Vidor, TX; Martha Collins Williams of Vidor, TX; Daniel Collins of Vidor, TX; and Janice Collins Wood of Vidor, TX. He is also survived by his sister, Ettie Bernice Reed of Pasadena, TX, along with 26 grandchildren, 56 great-grandchildren, 34 great great-grandchildren and still counting. They will carry on his legacy of love, laughter, and Texas pride.