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Denis COLLINS

Rev Fr Denis Patrick COLLINS

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Lychgate Funeral Home

cnr Willis & Aro Sts

Wellington, Wellington

Denis COLLINS Obituary

Died peacefully at Nazareth House, Christchurch on March 6, 2026. Son of the late Denis and Norah Collins. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law of John and Maeve Collins (both deceased) and Margaret and Tony Giannotti. Loved uncle, great-uncle and great-great uncle. Ordained Priest of the Wellington Diocese for 67 years. A Rosary will be recited at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, 40 Hill Street, Thorndon, Wellington, at 7pm on Monday, March 16, where Requiem Mass will be celebrated at 10.30am on Tuesday, March 17, to be followed by burial at Karori Cemetery.

"Requiescat in Pace".


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Published by The Post from Mar. 11 to Mar. 14, 2026.

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Barbara Henley

March 20, 2026

Farewell Denis...
So glad you got to some quality retirement time in Waikanae.
It was great to seeing you enjoying your summer swims at the beach and enjoying the homemade goodies from the village market. You were a kind and peaceful resident in our village.
May you be at peace.

Gerald Moore

March 15, 2026

For all your gifts and guidance, thank you Fr. Collins. R I P

Kathy Whelan

March 14, 2026

It was a blessing and a joy having Fr Denis as a resident of our Bishop Snedden retirement village, such a kind, caring and gentle man. Our sincere condolences to his family. Pictured with Kathy Whelan and John KennedyGood at one of our village functions

Chris LeLievre

March 13, 2026

Rest in Peace, Good and Faithful Servant of God.
Your Priestly Ministry was an inspiration to us all.

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Christine Stewart, Head Girl and Dux, St Bride´s Convent Masterton, 1960.

March 13, 2026

A humble, unworldly, and scholarly man whose much valued friendship spanned more than five decades, here, and abroad. RIP Father Collins.

Alice Flett

March 11, 2026

"Thou art a priest forever..."
Fr Collins, a completely faithful priest and friend, always so kind and supportive. You have given so very much to the Diocese of Christchurch during your more than twenty years of service here. A quiet tower of steadfast strength.
Alice Flett

Janet Curran

March 10, 2026

Thank you, Fr Collins, for your faithful service over many years and for the friendship and guidance you gave to me and many others over the years. Requiescat in Pace.

Helen Powell

March 10, 2026

Thank you Father for all your years of selfless service and for being a most generous and kind friend to me. RIP. Helen Powell

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cnr Willis & Aro Sts, Wellington