Background
Collins, William Thiel was born on August 6, 1936 in Clinton, Iowa, United States. Son of Raymond Terrance and Margaret Jean (Starck) Collins.
sports announcer commission executive
Collins, William Thiel was born on August 6, 1936 in Clinton, Iowa, United States. Son of Raymond Terrance and Margaret Jean (Starck) Collins.
Associate of Arts, Clinton Community College, 1958. Coaching certified, Clinton Community College. Student, Davenport Barber College, 1962.
Various positions, Clinton Corn Processing Company, C.N.W. R.R., summers 1955-1959; bartender, Crystal Lounge, Clinton, 1958-1959; bus driver, meter reader, Interstate Power Company, 1961-1962; director, Clinton County Commission Veterans, since 1962. Sports announcer Radio KROS-KCLN, Clinton, since 1970. Barber stylist, partner Dick's Barbershop, Clinton.
Volunteer basketball and baseball coach St. Patrick's Grade School, Clinton, 1960-1970. Player-manager Semi-Pro Softball. With United States Army, 1959-1966.
Member Institute Association Co-Commissioners Veterans Affairs (1st vice president 1989), Amvets, Eagles, Toastmasters Club.
Children: Thomas Patrick, David Allen.