Lois Nolen Collins, also known as "Granny", age 96, of Hamilton, AL, formerly of Sulligent, AL, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at Helen Keller Hospital in Sheffield, AL.  Private Family Graveside services and burial will be held at a later date in the Crews Cemetery.

Lois was born on March 2, 1929 in Sulligent, AL to the late E.B. "Burt" Nolen and the late Ellie Esther "Nonie" Birmingham Nolen.  She attended Sulligent schools.  Lois retired from McCoy Manufacturing.  She enjoyed sitting outside in the swing and admiring her rose bushes.  Her greatest love was her grandchildren, which she adored with all her heart.  Her beautiful and kind spirit will forever be missed by all who loved and knew her.

Ms. Lois is survived by several family and friends.

The family would like to offer many thanks to NMMC in Hamilton, AL and Helen Keller Hospital in Sheffield, AL for their dedicated service and wonderful care of their mother.

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