Jeannie K. (Collins) Vasquez, 74, of Laramie, Wyoming passed away on August 11th, 2022 at Ivinson Memorial Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born on April 1, 1948 in Laramie to Thomas Collins and Mildred Hobbs.
As a child, she was the poster child for the Shriner’s Hospital in Utah. Jeannie served many throughout her life while working as an environmental service technician at the University of Wyoming, Ivinson Memorial Hospital, and by running her own Daycare for almost 30 years. Jeannie’s main passion in life was her family, she also had passions for traveling, gambling, and food. Jeannie was a great cook and took pride in feeding her family. Jeannie devoted time as a proud member of the Eagles for many years. Jeannie’s home was open to all, and her heart of gold will be missed by all whose lives she touched.
She is preceded in death by her parents, great grandson Dreyk Vasquez, brother-in-law Alex Romero, and her son at heart, Art Johnson.
She is survived by her children Rita Muniz (Jose), and Danny Vasquez; grandchildren, Tamika Vasquez (Guillermo), Mario Vasquez (Mercadez), Devon Vasquez (Shaina) , Angel Vasquez, Celina Vasquez (Rachel), Jose Muniz (Reanna), Kobi Vazquez (Bransyn), Adrian Muniz (Ali), Sam Lee, Wyatt Lee, Ciarra Vasquez, Alyxis Vasquez, great grandchildren, Hector Muniz, Valentin Muniz, Zosiah Garcia, Ryder Vasquez, Kash Vasquez, Brayden Vasquez, Eliannah Vigil, Amiyah Mann, Avani Mann, Benz Muniz, Kruz Muniz, Novellah Vasquez, Kailani White Eagle, and Hazel Greer. She is also survived by her sisters, Janet Collins, Karen Collins (John Miles), and Sally Romero.
Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 19, 2022 at the Laramie Valley Chapel. Inurnment will follow at Greenhill Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Meredith and Jeannie Ray Center Center, 255 N 30th Street Laramie, WY 82072
Janet, Karen and Sally. My thought and prayers are going out to you on the loss of Jennie.
We love you and we miss you Aunt Jeannie.
With my deepest sympathy, my heart and prayers go out to all of you! Lots of hugs! Tonya Thomas-Day
Was fun to work with you at Motel 6 and see you when going to the hospital for dr appoitments. God bless your family and prayers for all. Sharon
To All the family of Jeannie, My heart goes out to you in this time of sadness. Prayers 🙏for your family and Jeannie Rest In Eternal Peace The world lost a Great person and Heaven gained a Beautiful Angel‼️💕
Karen and family I’m sadden by Jeanies death. I am thinking of all of you. Katie Johnson
My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Jeannie was an amazing women and I am blessed to have known her.
Rita ,Danny and the rest of the family my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you i know that losing your Mom was is a great loss and my heart goes out to you ... i pray the Lord will wrap his arms around you and give you peace and comfort knowing she is being well taken care of.... Barbara and Dan
To the family of Jeannie Vasquez, My love and condolences go out to each of and everyone of you through this difficult time. May GOD comfort you and give you confident peace in your hearts that she is with her maker. Myself and everyone loved her so. I will continue to pray for you all. Love, Alicia Jane Gonzales and Christopher Cole Hyatt. ♥
sorry for loss.jeannie will be able to dance in heaven.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I hope all the wonderful memories help heal your hearts. She has her angel wings now.
Love, paraders and condolences to her loving family. May her legacy carry on.
Go rest well with God Miss Jeannie, you have paid your dues...Much Love...
So sorry for your family's loss, God needed a special Angel 😇 and knew exactly where to find her 🙏
Ours prayers are with you all. Jeannie was a strong, courageous and giving lady. I know she will be missed by those near and dear to her! She is at peace, no more suffering. Hugs to you all, because I know there’s a hole in your hearts right now. Tina and Dave Sanchez
Sorry for your loss my prayers go out to the family. Love you All.
My deepest condolences! She truly was a loving and caring person. She will definitely be missed. Debbie Honeycutt
To the family of Jeannie; I was so very sorry to hear of this loss. I have known Jeannie since High School and we were very special friends for all the years since. I will truly miss her and her wonderful smile. Praying for the entire family at this time.
To all of Jeannie’s family, So sorry for your loss. Jeannie will greatly be miss. May she RIP send Love and Prayers to all!!
To all family, So sorry about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Grama Jeannie had a heart of gold and a true loving person to all. She will greatly be missed. Love and Prayers sent to you all!!
So Sorry.My Condolence's to all the Family, love Ya All
Rita & Danny I am truly sorry for your loss. Sending many prayers, hugs and love to the whole family. She will be missed terribly.
So sorry for the families loss, prayers sent to you and yours. If the family needs anything at all please don’t hesitate to call me. Leslie Chandler
Sorry for your loss. Grandma Jeannie was always a great person to me. I loved growing up in her daycare. Sending prayers for the whole family 🙏🙏🙏.
Rs ita & JR SOOOO, SORRY TO HEAR about your mom ,With all our Love Dad & Wrae.
To the Vasquez, Collins and the entire family of Jeannie; With each new day may PEACE find a place in your hearts. As you walk through this time of loss, may you know that the Lord walks with you and he will comfort you. – May God bless All of you. She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. I am so very sorry.