WILLIAM R. COLLINS Jr.

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Tewksbury Funeral Home

1 Dewey Street

Tewksbury, Massachusetts

WILLIAM COLLINS Obituary

Name: Visitation for WILLIAM R. COLLINS Jr.
Start: 2020-02-13T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2020-02-14T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Tewksbury Funeral Home

COLLINS, William R. Jr. W.R. Collins Hardwood Floor Co., 65 NASHUA, NH – Age 65, a Vietnam Era Navy Veteran, died unexpectedly from the Flu and Pneumonia on Monday, Feb. 10. He was born in Waltham, a son of the late William and Betty (Wuthrich) (Collins) Des Meules, and lived most of his life in the Waltham and Billerica areas. He leaves a son William R. Collins, III and his wife Katelin (Hurley) and their daughters, "the loves of his life," Lydia and Chloe, all of Tyngsborough, MA, a sister Alice (Collins) Burke of Falmouth, who was wife of the late David Burke, sister-in-law Mary Collins of Waltham, the wife his brother the late Fred Collins, his former wife Pamela (Porter) Collins of Nashua and several beloved nieces and nephews. Visiting Hours: Thursday, February 13, from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. in the Tewksbury Funeral Home, corner of 1 Dewey and 975 Main Sts. (Rte. 38), TEWKSBURY CENTER, Ph. (800 in MA or 978) 851 2950. His Funeral Service will be held Friday, February 14, at 11:00 a.m. in the Funeral Home and will conclude with Navy Honors at St. Mary Cemetery in N. Tewksbury. In lieu of flowers, memorials to American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701 will be appreciated. For complete obituary, visit: tewksburyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 11 to Feb. 12, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for WILLIAM COLLINS

9 Entries

Debra DellaCamera

February 25, 2020

The epitome of hardwood floor installation and maintenance - a master of talent. So shocked and saddened. Great guy.

Deborah A Busa

February 15, 2020

Dearest Billy, So many memories I could share with you. Some of the best times in our lives were shared with your parents. The laughs we had. Michael and Billy truly loved each other and they had so much fun together. We were so touched when you came to Michaels Fundraiser. My favorite memory was when they were working together. Michael came home and was still laughing. He said we were sitting on the back of the truck and Billy said a fly just went in my eye1 Michael said how do you know? And your dad said "I SAW IT." he will be missed. As you know life changes on a dime. He loved you and your family beyond words. Carry that with you. xxxooo Love, Debbie

Collins Bill

February 14, 2020

Dad, today I had to lay you to rest. We had such an outpouring of support. I knew you touched many peoples lives, but never knew to what level. My heart aches so much without you here. You were such a huge part of my life. I love you so much Dad, you were my best friend

Robert Ryan

February 13, 2020

Billy always brought a great attitude and sense of humor to the job site. We would always spend the first half hour or so joking around and catching up on family and life stuff. He took real pride in his work, always ready to show (lots and lots) of pictures of his most recent jobs. I never had the heart to tell him they all looked the same:).

The customers loved him, as did we all.
I will miss him dearly.

Bob Ryan

Maureen Collins- McCartney

February 12, 2020

I already miss his smiling face at all family events, may the wonderful memories sustain all his many family and friends

Ed Cox

February 12, 2020

My deepest condolences to Bill's family.
I am heart broken. I will miss Billy greatly.
My Son's and I loved when Billy and Jason came into the shop. Always a smile and a few laughs, many at Billy's expense.

I will think of him often and fondly.

Ed
Jack & Eddie

Mike Casey(former Ma resident)

February 12, 2020

Mr. Collins,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the USN during the Cold War. Millions of Americans slept safe at night because you and your fellow Servicemen stood ready to defend our Country. And to your Family and loved ones. I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

thomas lee

February 11, 2020

I have worked with Bill for the last 25-30 years.....
Always a pleasure to see...his shinig smile & good humor...
Wonderful to work with....Bill was/is one of my best subs..
and I will dearly miss him....My BEST to his family in these
times....And greatly appreciate the kindness & sharing of his
son Bill III....for letting me know of his passing!!!!
Sincerely,
Thomas Lee

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