James Patrick Collins Jr.

you dont now me.i was looking up my father,and got yours.it really hit me hard.my father was james patrick collins also.he also died 8 years ago from cancer.also cathlck,and a famliy man.my hurt is with you all.

Dad,
It's your anniversary. You've been with God for 8 years now. I feel like I never got a chance to say goodbye to you. It seemed if I said goodbye, I was giving up hope that you would get better and I didn't want to admit that you were so sick. The last thing you said to me is that "I'm so sick and tired of being of being sick and tired."
It seems like yesterday that you were here with us. Now Mom is with you in heaven. It was so hard to lose her last year. I can't believe that...

Look Dad I am learning to use the computer! You are always in my heart. I miss you!
Mary Therese

Dad,
It gives me peace that your spirit lives in the hearts of so many people who loved you. I love you.
Teri

It's hard to believe that tomorrow will be 3 months since Dad passed away. It doesn't seem real yet and I still reach for the phone to call him sometimes.( Especially when I am trying to cook a pot roast.) I know now what it means when it's said that memories keep the spirit alive.

Dear Therese and Collins Family,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Jim's passing. I'm glad that our families were able to meet through the reunions. The moments Theresa and I spent with you and Jim at the reunions were moments that we'll always cherish. We always enjoyed your company. We sincerely hope that You and your family will continue coming to the reunions as you are a part of the Korean Veteran family. Jim and I shared a quonset hut for over a year and we were the...

Here is what my mom said about Grandpa at his funeral mass. I love you Grandpa!

Today we celebrate the life of James Patrick Collins, Jr. , our husband, father, grandfather, brother uncle and friend. You could tell how long and where someone knew Dad by what they called him. He was Pat to his immediate family because his father’s name was James Patrick, too and his Dad went by Jim - and so as not to confuse them, Dad was Pat. The kids on Lavergne and Madison on the West Side...

WITH DEEP SYMPATHY AND HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO THE WHOLE FAMILY ON YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AND GIVE YOU STRENGTH IN THIS MOST DIFFICULT HOUR.
YOU'RE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.