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Elinor Collins Obituary
Born in North Providence she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Delia (Lemelin) Comeau.
She leaves her children Leo F. Collins, Jr. of Meridianville, AL, Barry R. Collins of Smithfield, Kenneth M. Collins of Smithfield, Terry P. Collins of North Providence, Elinor M. Collins, Lynn M. Williams, and Charlene Holmes all of Smithfield, 12 grandchildren and 141/2 great grandchildren. She also leaves her siblings, Celia Mulcahey, Delia Mack, Deborah MacNeil, and Shirley Andoscia. She was sister of the late Joseph, Odile, Francis, and Donald Comeau.
Her funeral will be held Wednesday at 8 AM from the ROBBINS FUNERAL HOME, 2251 Mineral Spring Ave, North Providence, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9 AM in St. Michael Church, Georgiaville. Burial will be private. Calling hours Tuesday 5-8 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ICU, Roger Williams Medical Center, 825 Chalkstone Ave., Providence, RI 02908.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elinor Collins
Mary Lawless
August 20, 2008
Ellie I was sorry to hear of the passing of your mother.Having recently lost my own mother I know how saddened you must be. But I'm sure you are left with many good memories. My condolences to you and your family.
Mary Lawless (RWGH)
The Clough Family
August 18, 2008
Dear Collins Family:
Our deepest sympathy at the loss of your mom. She was a wonderful neighbor.
Leo Collins
August 18, 2008
Nana -
You were always the strength and "glue" for our family, and we will never be the same. Thankfully I had you in my life for 45 years. Thank you for all you taught me.
bill@barbara stamp
August 18, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Robin Collins
August 18, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful woman, Nana I will love you and miss you always.
Robin
Donna (Hunt) Anderson
August 18, 2008
Lynn and Family:
I am sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. I remember her as a very cordial woman whenever I visited your home during our high school years. My prayers are with you.
Terry Sherwood
August 18, 2008
Terry and Kathie Sherwood
and the Girls Ashley,Summer, Nikki
Memories are the legacy of love.
toni sherwood
August 18, 2008
When the Lord calls our loved ones home,he leaves a gift of memories in exchange.I"m here if you want to talk. From James and Toni Sherwood
Sheila Fitzgerald Hagenbuch
August 18, 2008
Leo:
Always difficult to lose a parent, especially a Mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Mary Riordan
August 18, 2008
Dear Collins Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy as you cope with the loss of this Great Lady. She was an inspiration to all and will be sorely missed.
Anita (Minardi) Creamer
August 18, 2008
Ellie's Mom will always be remembered as a women of great strength and character. She was a role model to me of what a woman was capable of doing, breaking down the gender-specific walls that held us back. It was an honor and a privilege to know such a woman.
James H. McVey
August 18, 2008
My sincere condolences
James & Jeanie Vinacco
August 18, 2008
To the Collins Family our thoughts and prays are with you she was a wonderful woman
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