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Andrew Collins Obituary

Of Arlington, suddenly, August 18, 2007. Most beloved Son of David S. and Nancy L. (Crain) of Arlington. Most beloved Brother of Emily T. of Arlington. Loving Grandson of Stames and Terese Stiles of Somerville and the late John R. Jr. and Ruth Collins. Also survived by many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and friends. Visitation at the Saville & Grannan Funeral Home, 418 Mass. Ave., ARLINGTON CENTER, Wednesday, August 22 from 4 to 8 PM. Funeral Mass in St. Agnes Church, Arlington, Thursday, August 23 at 10 AM. Burial St. Paul's Cemetery, Arlington. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Trustees of Reservations, 572 Essex St., Beverly, MA 01915. Online guestbook and directions at savilleandgrannan.com.

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 21 to Aug. 22, 2007.

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Carlo Giannone

August 18, 2013

Hi buddy. I can't believe it's been six years today! I miss & love you every single day bud. I know your still watching down on us. You knew how to make people laugh & forget about the difficult things in life. I wish you were still here. Love you. See you when I get there bud.

gia

September 10, 2012

Thank you for being my angel.... you saved my life on wednesday... i love you and miss you....

Gia

July 25, 2012

you have noooooo idea how much i miss you! i think about you EVERY day.... I visit you often :) I love you and miss you sooo much....

October 13, 2010

I miss you every day Andy

nicky ruddock

August 23, 2009

damn. been 2 years. crazy. i still cant believe ur gone. but heaven gained a precious angel =] rest in peace andy

I LOVE YOU!!!

Gia Contaldi

March 12, 2009

Wow. Honestly. I don't think that there is one day that goes by that I don't think about you! I can't even explain how much I miss you. Ive had so many real dreams of you only to wake up to reality =( ! I love you and miss you sooo much!!! You were the best boyfriend any girl could have asked for!!!!


Love you always & forever!!!

nicky ruddock

February 28, 2009

thinkin of u andy.
miss u n love you

nicky ruddock

December 10, 2008

LOVE YOU BUDDY N MISS YOU BE GOOD YOU'RE ALWAYS IN MY HEART <3

Nicky Ruddock

August 21, 2008

hi andy! i cant believe its already been a year since u left us.... its crazy i think about u every single day not a day goes by that i dont miss u buddy.... i love you n hope u made it safe... watch over me n the kidsss <3 see you again one day XOXO

Nicky

June 27, 2008

I cant believe that nobody has written anything to u since December! wow! I love you buddy n I've been thinkin of u a lot lately u corss my mind all the time =( i have sooo many memories of u, u were the sweetest person n most loving person i have ever met... It's sooo sad we had to all lose u. I know ur always with me Andy, so watch over me Faisal & the kids like u always used to =) i love you n ill see u again sumday buddy <3

December 31, 2007

Hi Andy-
just wanted to say Hi.Thinking of you during the holiday season. Wish you were here but I know your watching over all of us. Take care buddy and know that your missed.

Ashley Vecchione

October 2, 2007

what can i even say wow! i remember meeting andy and his friend gary 3 years ago when i was driving in medford... the memories were great buddy am i going to miss you it was so funny how i was trying to be with you for so long but we just never had time to be together.... i still remember the time we all hung out together u are going to be greatly missed buddy!!! i am just hoping u are looking down at me right know and keeping in eye out for me we had so many great memories whereever we went... god always takes the best first remember that.... to your family i am very sorry andy always talked so highly about you guys especially his sister.. i was very sorry i couldnt make it to the wake.... but my thoughts are with you... rest in piece buddy and look over me please.....

Elizabeth Dupee

September 7, 2007

Nancy Dave and Emily,
I was so very sorry to hear about Andy as everyone was. Like all I hold memmories of growing up with u guys so very dear amazing kid as you all know i just cant belive it! Im sorry i was not abel to be prsent to say goodbye as i am living in Austrlia at the moment but i have gone to the church to lite candels in Andys memory. I hold him near and dear in my heart. best wishes to u all. The park will never be the same. love lizzie

Amanda Fredo

August 24, 2007

My heart is filled with sorrow. Andy was a good friend to me. My protector. He cared so much about all of his friends and family. Every memory I have of Andy brings a smile to my face and I am having a hard time believing that that is all I have left-memories! My prayers are with the Collins family. I love you Andy!!

Joan Hurwitz

August 24, 2007

Nancy, Emily, and Dave,
We are all so shocked and saddened by the sudden loss of Andy. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. He was fortunate to have shared his time on Earth with such a wonderful and loving family. Gain strength though the memories of your happy times together, and know that he is with God and the Angels.

From, the Norwood crew - Joan, Melissa, Suad, Tony, Jen

Liz Dillon

August 23, 2007

Nancy & Family,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Liz Dillon

Giorgi Baino

August 23, 2007

Nancy,

I am so sorry to hear about your son Andrew's untimely death. It seems like yesterday that we were his age ourselves.

I am away at the moment. I will contact you, when I return. I look forward to meeting Andrew through your memory of him.

My love and condolances to you and your family. Sincerely, Giorgi Baino

Stephanie Ales-Bekkenhuis

August 22, 2007

Dear Emily,
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May Andy rest in peace with the angels.

Gamez Family

August 22, 2007

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Bob-Maria-John Gamez

August 22, 2007

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Camping Labor Day Weekend Andy, Karem and Timmy

August 22, 2007

Wiffle Ball with the Home Run

August 22, 2007

Timmy (Maimone) and Andy Fishing 2006

August 22, 2007

Karen Williams and Andy Hobo railroad 2006

August 22, 2007

Janice Weber

August 22, 2007

Dear Nancy, Dave and Emily,

We just heard the sad news tonight on my way to work. I am so sorry.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Whenever I saw Andrew I couldn't help but smile; he brought happiness to all.

We will be there tomorrow.

Sincerely,
Janice and Gregory Weber

John Pessotti

August 22, 2007

Andy was a great kid, and it is a shame his presence will no longer be with us. My deepest condolences to the Collins family. may he rest in peace.

Ronan Delaney

August 22, 2007

I am sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers. Andy will be missed. He was a good friend.

priscilla mclaughlin

August 22, 2007

Dave, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.

Don Schultz

August 22, 2007

There is no loss greater than that of a child reguardless of age my thoughts, and prayers go out to the Collins family.

Annette Diaz

August 22, 2007

My prayers and thoughts are with the entire Collins Family. Andy's smile is the memory I will always keep inside. Annette@FA Williams, Inc.

Christine Christopher

August 22, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. Andy was a wonderful person and he will be greatly missed. Chris @ F.A. Williams, Inc.

Rose Family

August 22, 2007

Our Prayers and thoughts go out to the Collins family. Andy was such an awesome person, always happy and friendly and he will be missed dearly.

Jeanine Marangiello

August 22, 2007

NANCY, DAVE and EMILY...
OH MY GOSH, I am at a total loss for words... I can not believe what I am writing... ANDY... Why does God only take the good?? I am SO SORRY for your loss... I can't possibly imagine how you all must feel, I know your inconsolable at this time and no words could possibly ease the pain you are all having but know that I am thinking of you and keeping Andy, as well as all of you in my thoughts and prayers. May Andy rest in peace forever and sleep in the arms of the angels.

Michael Bittelari

August 22, 2007

Andy was one of those kids everyone liked growing up. He showed respect to everyone. He truly was one of those friends who would do anything for you. I have a lot of memories with Andy, memories that I will carry with me for the rest of my life. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Collins family.

Camping Labor Day Weekend 2006

Karen Williams and Timmy Maimone

August 22, 2007

Collins Family our prayers our with you at this time of sorrow, Andy will be missed soo much.

Andy what will we do fishing, wiffleball, and laborday camping without you, you were the best thanks for the memories lots of love until we meet again..xo

Patricia Desmond

August 22, 2007

Wishing your family all the
sympathy at this terrible time,
much love, Patricia Desmond,
son Michael worked with Andy for
5 years,

bill powers

August 21, 2007

dear dave my prayers are with you and your family .Stay strong for andrew

August 21, 2007

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I've never met anyone with a real heart of gold, I will always remember all the great times and we will all miss him a great deal
love you Andy pants

Debbie Facenda 8/21/07

Tim MacDonough

August 21, 2007

I have so many fond memories growing up that Andy was a part of. I'll really miss him. He would do anything for you, and that's not a quality you see very often. My deepest condolences and may he rest in peace.

Dan & Terri Eisnor

August 21, 2007

Greatest sympathy to the Collins family. My heart goes out to all of you. Andy was my brother's best friend, and became my friend.He was a fun kid to be around, but my 3 little girls thought he was the greatest kid. We will miss him forever.

Judy McCormack

August 21, 2007

Dave, Nancy & Emily,

We were so sorry to hear about Andy. There are no words that can ease your deep sadness at this time but please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers every day. Take care of each other and let those who love you, help you through this difficult time.

Love,
Judy McCormack
& Kristen Fleury

Mary-Beth

August 21, 2007

Mr. & Mrs. Collins, and Emily,

Andy was a good friend with a great big heart. He will be missed by everyone that had the chance to know such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Stephen Eisnor and Jessica Anderson

August 21, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to the Collins family. Andy had a heart of gold and was our dearest friend. He will forever be missed.

Melissa & Brian Melo

August 21, 2007

Mr & Mrs Collins,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief. We will never forget andys smile and good sense of humor. He was a good kid. we will greatly miss him..

Seth Kangley

August 21, 2007

Andy was liked by so many people. It's extremely difficult to accept that he is no longer here with us. Looking back on our days wrestling for AHS reminds me of his warmth and kindness. Andy will be sorley missed. My family's thoughts and prayers will always be with you and your loved ones. May Andy rest in peace.

Christina Paolillo

August 21, 2007

Emily and the rest of the Collins family I am truly sorry for your loss. Andy will be greatly missed. Em I love you and am here for you anytime. My heart is with you even though I can not be.

Reid Contini

August 21, 2007

I had a lot of fun times with Andy back in high school. Easy to get along with, he always fit in comfortably. His sudden death is difficult for his family and friends to understand, but as time passes it will become more bearable. Everything will be all right in the end.

God Bless,

Dawn Gagnon

August 21, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

FA Williams Company

August 21, 2007

Our sincerest sympathy to the Collins family. Andy will surely be missed.

MELISSA ,IAN AND GAGE DUGAN

August 21, 2007

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS TRYING TIME.

Deatrice Y. Moore, Senior

August 21, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Jackie Chesebrough

August 21, 2007

Nancy, Emily and Mr. Collins

There are no words to express how sorry I am over the loss of Andy. It's times like these that I feel so helpless, and even though there isn't anything I can do to ease the horrible pain you all are in, please know that I am here and you are all in my prayers.

Emily and Nancy..... if there is anything you need or that I can do for you please let me know. I love you guys.

May he sleep in peace in the arms of the angels......FOREVER

You guys are in my thoughts and prayers

Jackie

MARCIA CONSILVIO

August 21, 2007

OUR SINCEREST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU FOR THE LOSS ANDY. OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME.

THE CONSILVIO FAMILY

Sherri Garballey

August 21, 2007

Words can not express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. I truley never meet anybody with such a big heart. He is a true gentleman and a friend a friend would love to have. He was part of the family, my "red-headed stepchild". I will miss him greatly and keep him in my prayers. I never meet a greater person.

Jessica Weare, Lisa Au, Melissa Norris

August 21, 2007

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

joyce danielle & anthony brillante

August 21, 2007

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

Eleano Paolillo

August 21, 2007

Our sincerest heartfelt sympathies are extended to you on the loss of your son. There are no words to ease your sorrow, but please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ron and Eleanor Paolillo and Family

Carol & Gary Bolduc

August 21, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Bob Blanchette

August 21, 2007

Dave and Nancy - our prayers are with you at this time. Andrew was a great kid.

Bob & Maria Blanchette
Calabash, NC

Fernando and Jeanne Bossanelli

August 21, 2007

We will miss Andy so very much. We will always remember his bigger than life smile and his happy go lucky ways....You all will be our thoughts and prayers. In friendship, Fernando and Jeanne

Karen Steponaitis & Terry Harrist

August 21, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

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