Sam Forse Collins (June 9, 1928 – November 3, 2021) was an American politician. He served as a Democratic member in the Texas House of Representatives from 1959 to 1964.[1][2][3]
Sam Forse Collins | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Texas House of Representatives | |
| In office January 13, 1959 – January 12, 1965 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 9, 1928 New Orleans, Louisiana |
| Died | November 3, 2021 (aged 93) Newton, Texas |
| Political party | Democratic |
Life and career
editCollins was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, the son of Sam Cody Collins and Onie Lelee Forse. He grew up in Newton, Texas. Following his graduation from Newton High School, Collins attended Stephen F. Austin State University and Baylor University, graduating from the latter. He was married to Doris Shofner (died 1955) and Sue Johnson.
Besides his position in the Texas House of Representatives, Collins worked for the Sabine River Authority for 35 years, where he served as a general manager, and was a local sports announcer and historian.
Collins died November 3, 2021, in Newton, Texas.[4]
References
edit- ^ "Legislative Reference Library | Legislators and Leaders | Member profile".
- ^ "Building Toledo Bend caused controversy". 5 March 2008.
- ^ Sam Forse Collins obituary. The Beaumont Enterprise, 5–6 Nov 2021. Retrieved 2022-01-29.
- ^ Sam Forse Collins obituary. The Beaumont Enterprise, 5–6 Nov 2021. Retrieved 2022-01-29.