Background
Collins, Robert Joseph was born on January 22, 1927 in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. Son of Patrick Joseph and Evelyn (Mattingly) Collins.
Collins, Robert Joseph was born on January 22, 1927 in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. Son of Patrick Joseph and Evelyn (Mattingly) Collins.
Student, Butler University, 1949.
With, Indpsl. Star, 1948-1995; columnist, Indpsl. Star, 1960-1995; sports editor, Indpsl. Star, 1964-1995.
Served with United States Naval Reserve, World World War World War II. Member of Indianapolis Press (president 1963).
Married Kristin S. Mobley. Children: Kathleen, Carolyn, Cynthia, Mary Louise, Evelyn, Michael, Kevin, Linda. Stepchildren: Angela, Amy.