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Howard Barkan
April 3, 2014
Kevin was always pleasant and upbeat. He never let on what he was going through. It was an honor to have served him as pharmacy manager of Costco Lake Zurich.
Karen, Jerry, Andrew & Lindsey Swidergal
April 1, 2014
Dear Nicole & Ryan;
We are so sad to hear about the passing of your Dad. He was both of your biggest fans at all of your games and accomplishments. You two were his world. May he rest in peace.
Debbie Argianas
March 31, 2014
So sad to just hear about Kevin. He was a great dad who loved his family with all is his heart. Our hearts are filled with sadness. We will cherish all of the memories of soccer and basketball!
Milo,Gayle,Ben, Alec and Eli Polovina
March 30, 2014
Dear Ryan and Nicole,
Please accept our deepest condolences in the passing of your dad. May his memory be eternal.
Mark Lindahl
March 29, 2014
Nicole and Ryan,
Our family sends condolences to your entire family. I enjoyed sitting with your dad at basketball games and I learned a lot about basketball from him. He was a great guy and fine role model. May he rest in peace.
Ken Pringle
March 28, 2014
We are saddened by the news of Kevin's passing. He was like a brother to me when I started working at Ameritech Capital. We were like two pea's in a pod. He taught me a lot about leasing and we even shared an office together when we moved here 18 years ago. It just doesn't seem possible and it certainly is not fair that my good friend is gone. Celeste, Nichole and Ryan our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kevin you will be missed my friend. With love and respect.
Penny Link
March 27, 2014
I met Kevin at the BCC during our job search. He was always very upbeat and positive as he shared his many professional skills with those around him. Always a smile and upbeat attitude. I am saddened by this loss for his family and the community. Kevin, you touched my life and many others as well. May you rest in peace.
Doug Smith
March 27, 2014
Just got back from a vacation and heard the sad news. My condolences to the family. I knew Kevin through basketball and his involvement with the kids. He was a good man, always willing to help out and actively participate, and a good dad. He will be missed.
March 26, 2014
I just heard about Kevin's passing and my thoughts and prayers go out to his children. I know he will always be by their sides.
Doug Ogden
Jesse James
March 26, 2014
Marcus Davin and Jesse James are so sad ...My God...we go back years with Kevin...I remember the trips to Chicago...his smile and his sense of humor...Man, Marcus and I are blown away over this .....Please accept our sincere heart felt condolences...He was a very sharp and creative finance man...he knew what he was doing....I am so sorry....by the way I will never forget it was Kevin who took me to the Best Hot Dog place in Chicago....Thanks Kevin....I will miss you!
Jesse James
Doris Willerth
March 26, 2014
While it was under unfortunate circumstances that I first met Kevin Collins (we were both unemployed and regular "clients" at the Barrington Career Center), I was most fortunate to meet such an unselfish and thoughtful person.
He was a dear friend of mine from the BCC (Career Place). We were also both leaders for Uncork Barrington too.
Kevin was a true inspiration and "nice guy" all around ~ always willing to help anyone and make time for everyone!
While I never had the pleasure of meeting his two kids, I know that Nicole and Ryan were the light of his life as he so often spoke of them.
Kevin will be sorely missed :(
May he rest in peace...
Tom Gbur former co-worker IFC
March 26, 2014
I just found out about the passing of Kevin. Kevin was great to work with and always in a good mood. That was what made Kevin and sales a great fit. My condolences to the family.
March 26, 2014
While it was under unfortunate circumstances that I first met Kevin Collins (we were both unemployed and regular "clients" at the Barrington Career Center), I was most fortunate to meet such an unselfish and thoughtful person.
He was a dear friend of mine from the BCC (Career Place). We were also both leaders for Uncork Barrington too.
Kevin was a true inspiration and "nice guy" all around ~ always willing to help anyone and make time for everyone!
While I never had the pleasure of meeting his two kids, I know that Nicole and Ryan were the light of his life as he so often spoke of them.
Kevin will be sorely missed :(
May he rest in peace.
Dick Hicks
March 26, 2014
I got to know Kevin quite well at the Barrington Career Center as he sought new job assignments. He was a positive influence on other job seekers and reached out to help them in improving their interviewing skills. He exemplified a "Can Do!" spirit and attitude in every undertaking and was so proud of his childrens' exploits on the athletic fields. In my 15 years of being involved with the Career Center, Kevin stands out in my memory as one of the best people I ever met. God bless him and his family.
Rick Spiers
March 26, 2014
Kevin and I were way more than just friends, we always considered ourselves brothers. Kevin and I were best of friends since third grade and remained close throughout our lives. He was a great person, came from a great, close family and was in the process of continuing the great family line being the father of two great children. Kevin's positive legacy will never be forgotten. My heart and prayers go out to Kevin and everyone who knew him because he made an impact on all of our lives.
cinD & JOHN DAVIDSON
March 25, 2014
GOD BLESS~~OUR PRAYERS TO THE COLLINS FAMILY XO
Joanne Kirchoff
March 25, 2014
Dear Ryan and Nicole,
Our family is so sorry for your loss. You made your dad proud of you. He was your greatest fan! We enjoyed sitting with him cheering for you Nicole.
With Deepest Sympathy.
The Tim Kirchoff Family
Tim, Joanne, Aaron, Allison, Anna, Abby and Angie
Adam Huhn
March 25, 2014
My family was sorry to hear about the loss of Kevin. I had the opportunity to work with Kevin for several years. He helped mold me into a the professional I am today as well as personally.
Nicole and Ryan, there wasn't a time or a moment that he held back talking about the both of you.
He will be missed.
March 25, 2014
Nicole and Ryan, we are deeply saddened to hear about your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for you if you need anything. Barbara, Hugh, Hannah and Hayden Harris
Michelle, Bob, Tim Paluck
March 25, 2014
Nicole and Ryan, we still remember fondly the week our families spent together in Austin. We are saddened by your loss and hope good memories will help sustain you.
March 24, 2014
Ryan and Nicole, we are so saddened to hear about your dad's passing. Always remember how proud he has always been of both of you and how much he loves you. Your family is in our thoughts as you go through this difficult time.
Steve, Tracy, Jack & Nick Covek
Steve, Tracy, Jack Covek
March 24, 2014
Ryan and Nicole, we are so saddened to hear about your dad's passing. Always remember how proud he has always been of both of you and how much he loves you. Your family is in our thoughts as you go through this difficult time.
March 24, 2014
Nicole,Ryan and Celeste,
As a fellow parent watching our children play basketball at UIS, he will be missed at game time by everyone. Always enjoyed hearing his incite and knowledge of the game. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Dan and Sandy
Lori, Dave, Greg and Michael Harmon
March 24, 2014
Our family was saddened to hear of Kevin's passing. For many years, we were neighbors in Hawthorn Club, and our children spent happy times playing together. Kevin was always cheerful and his smile could light up a room. He will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy goes to Nicole and Ryan as well as the rest of the Collins family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
March 24, 2014
Nicole & Ryan~
We wanted to let you know that whenever your father greeted us, it was with the biggest smile. He was genuine when asking how we were and taking the time to talk with us. May the wonderful memories of your dad fill you with comfort during this time and for years to come.
Our sincerest condolences and prayers for strength~
Rick, Regina, Jourden and Cole Weber
March 24, 2014
May God bless you all during this difficult time. Rich and Missy (Gaffney) Stefan, Richie, Mikey and John
Ed Siciliano
March 24, 2014
The thoughts and prayers of the entire Marlin family are with you. We all feel privileged to have known Kevin and worked by his side.
Tom Devlin
March 24, 2014
I only met Kevin once while he was working at Marlin Finance and during that time I thoroughly enjoyed his energetic and positive outlook. May peace be with the Collins Family.
Tom Devlin
Brian Cascarano
March 24, 2014
I was deeply saddened by the news of Kevin's passing. My heartfelt condolences to his family. I enjoyed working with Kevin over several years, and could tell what a committed and proud father he was when sharing stories about his kids. He will be missed by many.
Aaron Phinisee
March 24, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 24, 2014
Condolences to Kevin's family, our thoughts and prayers are with you,
The Bart Family
Mark, Patti, Zach and Nick
Michael Stoll
March 24, 2014
I was saddened to hear that Kevin has passed away. And to the Collins family from my family (parents Gene and Sarah Stoll) please accept our condolences.
We have fond memories of Kevin dating back to playing basketball with Kevin while waiting to "go out" and caddie at the WCC in Cleveland.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Patty Mascaro
March 24, 2014
Celeste, Nicole and Ryan-
My heartfelt condolences on your loss. I so enjoyed working with Kevin at Marlin. He was such a positive and energetic person and I loved exchanging ideas with him. He will be truly missed.
Tom Foster
March 24, 2014
To all of Kevin's family we offer our condolences, and know you are in our prayers.
From his basketball friends in Hawthorn Club – Kevin will be missed! His engaging personality, the confidence and competitiveness in which he carried himself lifted everybody that he played with. It was after the games when we would gather that his infectious smile and caring nature truly came out.
Brady Akers
March 24, 2014
Bob,
I was saddened to hear about the passing of Kevin.
Growing up as friends in Fairview Park gave us the pleasure of sharing our families with each other.
I still remember seeing Kevin on the basketball court at Bowling Green.
I know how difficult this must be for you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
I will be thinking of you during this time.
Susan Paul-Petonic
March 24, 2014
My sincere condolences on Kevin's passing. I remember him well from our grade school days at St. Angela Merici school as well as Fairview High School.
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