Mark Patrick Collins, 55, of Pleasantville, NY passed away on December 21, 2013 surrounded by loved ones. Mark was born in Michigan on November 10, 1958 to the late L. Vincent and Helen (Maloney) Collins. He grew up in Yonkers, where he graduated from St. Eugene's School, Archbishop Stepinac High School, and Manhattan College.

Mark married Virginia (Coffey) and settled in Pleasantville where together they raised their children, Brendan and Aileen, who were his pride and joy. Mark was an active and beloved member of his church and community. He was employed by Moody's Analytics as Director and Strategic Relationship Manager.

In addition to his wife and children, Mark is survived by his mother, his brother Vincent (Suzanne) of Yorktown, a sister Meg Pfaff (Michael) of Florida, ten nieces and nephews, and a large extended family.

The family will receive visitors Thursday, December 26th from 3-8 PM and Friday, December 27th from 3-8 PM at Beecher Flooks Funeral Home in Pleasantville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, December 28th at 9:30 AM at Holy Innocents Roman Catholic Church in Pleasantville.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Mark's name to Cardinal McCloskey Community Services or Special Olympics of Hudson Valley.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Journal News from Dec. 25 to Dec. 26, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Mark Collins

21 Entries

January 7, 2014

My condolences to the Collins family for the loss of your dear son, husband and father. May God strengthen you the days ahead (Isaiah 40:29)

January 3, 2014

Gigi,
I just heard the news of Mark's passing and am so saddened by it.
Please get in touch with me when you can as I don't have your contact information.

Lisa Linsky
[email protected]
914-450-9625

Karen Hessing

December 30, 2013

Dear Collins Family,
I am so terribly sorry to hear of Mark's passing. My thoughts are with you.

The world is a less bright place without him, but I will always remember his huge smile and twinkling eyes.

Paul & Theresa Sconzo

December 28, 2013

Our prayers and thoughts are with you! It's not something We can get our hands around but believe Mark is in heaven. As we are away in Arizona, we are there with you!

Britta Cleveland

December 28, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear about Mark's passing. He was one of the friendliest people in Pleasantville. Always asking about the kids, coaching, coffee at the dragonfly (black cow) or the train. Big hug for Gigi and the kids.

Rich Hatmanr

December 27, 2013

So very sorry to hear about Marks passing. When we first moved here Mark was the first to say hello to me and go out of his way to introduce me to people. His warm kind soul, and ever present smile will always be remembered.

Mohammed

December 27, 2013

God Bless, may your memories with Mark get you through this difficult time. Sending our thoughts and prayers to the Collins family.

The Mohammed Family

December 27, 2013

It is with deep sympathy , I do extend my heartfelt condolences to the family of Mark of whom you have lost in death. May you find hope in Romans 15:4.

John Conti

December 26, 2013

So sorry to hear about Mark's passing. He was a class act, a true gentleman and all around great guy. I have very fond memories of Mark during our years together at Manhattan College. My thoughts and prayers are with Gigi and their children. May you find strength and comfort during this most difficult time.

Alan Jaffe

December 26, 2013

Mark was one of a kind -- a bright light in an otherwise jaded, unkind financial environment. I am so sad to hear the news.

Kevin Kusnierek

December 26, 2013

Even in his most difficult days, Mark took the extra time to help me and offer strong words of encouragement during my moments of need. Yet, he really hardly knew me. I think of him often and pray that he is at peace with God. Mark, thank you so much for all you did for me in the short time we knew each other. I always knew you were a special person.

Lilly Scher

December 26, 2013

I knew Mark from for over twenty years as a colleague from Moody's. Mark's integrity, generous nature, kindness and genuine warmth encompassed all that he did. Know that he will be always be remembered by those who were fortunate enough to work with him as someone who made our work a day lives brighter and more meaningful. He will be much missed. In Sympathy,
Lilly Scher

Marko "P"

Meg Pfaff

December 26, 2013

My big brother, my mentor, my protector my role model. We all have a piece of you forever! You made us all better people, and the world a better place!. You made us laugh, you made us care, you made us strong, you made us better and when we cry...they are happy and sad tears! We will miss you so much but we cherish and celebrate the love and joy you brought to us! XOXOXO

Mary Lou (Sullivan) Riefenhauser

December 26, 2013

sorry to hear of Mark's passing-we were classmates in St. Eugene's. Our prayers are with you

Susan Kendall

December 26, 2013

Dear Collins Family--I am so very sorry for your loss. Mark was a favorite colleague of mine at Moody's and was always a pleasure to work with, especially when we were opening the office in Boston. It was good to know another Sox fan in NY, especially in 2004. He will be missed by the entire industry. I am keeping you all in my prayers.

December 26, 2013

I had the pleasure to work alongside Mark at M+W in the 1980's,..I am saddened to hear of his passing....my thoughts and prayers are with his family..Bill Junker

Rich IDuggan

December 25, 2013

Farewell in Chriist to my oldest Manhattan College St Patricks Day marching partner!!! Mark meet u on the next to last car of the #1 line....

Janet Caione

December 25, 2013

Dear Gigi, Brendan, and Aileen,
I was so sorry to hear about Mark's passing. Please know that I am keeping you and your family in my prayers. I know that as hard as this is for all of you, you can smile whenever you think of him and all of the warm memories that you have.

Mark Collins

December 25, 2013

My prayers and thoughts are with all the family. Luv you Mary Ellen

December 25, 2013

Heartfelt condolences are extended to your family at this difficult time. May you find lasting comfort from God with each passing day. (Psalm 146:5, 9)

fjohn reinke (mc1968)

December 24, 2013

The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any man's death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.

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