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Gertrude Collins Obituary

COLLINS, Gertrude G. Of Melrose, formerly of Malden, September 22, 2008. Long time friend of Mary Mullen of Reading. At Gertrude's request, there will be no visiting hours. Funeral Mass in the Church of the Sacred Hearts, Main St., Malden, Friday at 10:00 a.m. All are invited to attend. Interment St. Patrick's Cemetery,Stoneham.Emmanuel College, Class of 1938. Reading teacher, Malden school system for 35 years. Arrangements Burns Funeral Home, MALDEN,781-322-0194

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 25, 2008.

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Amy Yorra

September 25, 2008

Gert was a warm, generous person who took me under her wing when I began my teaching career in Malden. I will always treasure the memories I have of taking classes together and working in Special Needs. She will truly be missed.

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