Preston White Collins

I first met Preston at Mike Wilson's apartment on Cabrillo. He was a frequent visitor. I last saw him at Roy Gonzales art exhibit and show at the Nike Motel. He was always kind to me and had a fabulous smile.

I just heard about this an hour ago from Brendan Clark, who I saw on the street. Last time I saw Preston was at Jack in the box late one night about a month ago. He wanted to buy me a burger but I had already eaten. "Another time" I said. His mom then come to pick him up. Like most surfers in town, he knew me as Moose.

I love you Butch. Babies Forever!

Our sincerest condolences go out to Your Entire Family. We've known Preston since he was in 6th grade. You raised a "BEAUTIFUL Young Man." We just wanted to tell you, the paddle out today at 204's was very sad, but also very beautiful. What a way to celebrate Preston!

Mrs Thomas Francis Collins,
I remember when you got pregnant with Preston, you were so delighted and so much more. I know how all of your children make your world go round and how much you love each and everyone of them. May you, Kelly and Courtney find strenghth knowing Tom and Preston are looking over you and keeping and eye on you. So be Good!!!!
Sending you much love,
Mrs. James Joesph Breen

SARAH , KELLY AND COURTNEY, YOU ALL
KNOWHOW MUCH WE JUST ADORED PRESTON (OUR"LITTLE PRESTY") WE WILL MISS HIS SMILE & HIS FABULOUS LAUGH! I ENVY THE WAY HE LIVED HIS LIFE EXACTLY THE WAY HE WANTED TO!!&CREATED SO MANY GREAT MEMORIES IN HIS 25 YEARS!!WE WILL TRULY MISS HIM . LOVE TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY - SHAY& SIAMACK

My sincerest condolences to Kelly and the entire Collins family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Dear Collins Family,

Very sorry for your loss, Preston will be greatly missed in the surf lineup.

Sincerely, Gary (Blue)

Words cannot describe how much we are going to miss Preston. I am comforted knowing that he lived his life to the fullest, and lived every day the way he chose. He was so full of life, and he will forever stay that way in my heart.