Name: Viewing for Robert J. Collinson
Start: 2014-06-30T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-07-01T00:00:00.000Z
Location: O'Brien Funeral Home - Wall

Robert J. Collinson

AGE: 76 • Brielle

Robert (Bob) Jesse Collinson, 76, of Brielle, passed away on June 24, 2014 surrounded by the love of his family. Born and raised in West Orange, Bob spent most of his life in Brielle. He went on to a successful career in playground equipment sales, spending most of his career with BCI Burke, Inc of Fond du Lac, WI.

Bob attended West Orange High School and the United States Merchant Marine Academy (aka Kings Point). He served in Germany for 2 years in the US Army. Bob was a Brielle Councilman for many years, and was elected mayor of Brielle from 1975 through 1979. He was the founder of the popular annual event "Brielle Day" and a former member of Brielle Rotary. Bob also was a volunteer fireman in Brielle, was a Scoutmaster for the Brielle Boy Scouts, and was a very devoted and active member of his community.

Robert was predeceased by his parents, Jesse and Jane Collinson, as well as his brother Jesse and sister Mae Wagner. He leaves his children; daughter Sheila of Hamburg, NJ; son Bob & wife Tara of Manasquan; son Kevin of Brielle; daughter Karen & husband Eric of Cincinnati, OH; daughter Kelly of Ocean; 4 grandchildren - Jessica, Tyler, Cameron, and Callan; his brother Thomas & wife Mary of Manasquan and sister Jane Whitehead of Oxford, NJ; and many dear relatives and friends.

Viewing will be at O'Brien Funeral Home, 2028 State Rt. 35, Wall, on Monday from 4-8pm. Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Denis, Union Ave, Manasquan, on Tuesday at 9:30am.

In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to the American Cancer Society, 2310 Rt. 34, #1D, Manasquan, NJ 08736. For information and condolences, visit www.OBrienFuneralHome.com.

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Published by Asbury Park Press from Jun. 28 to Jun. 30, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Collinson

9 Entries

My dad at Brielle Day

Kevin Collinson

January 28, 2016

August 15, 2014

So hard to believe ... on the way to the beach, passing by the house ... seeing the car in the drive and often just stopping by to chat ... our loss remains distinct, profound, and most unbelievable that you're no longer there. Brielle will never be the same. His Dad before him, and he, were somewhat of an anchor, and made Brielle Brielle ... as I knew it, moving here 41 years ago. I really miss him. There's a very obvious empty spot in our town. (( Hugs )) for the family.

July 8, 2014

Dear Sheila and family,
I knew your Dad for about 30 years from conferences and conventions. He always had a story to tell, and something to sell!
He and Dad know each other from politics for about 40 years, and Dad alwyas came home with a fun story about Bob.
Our condolences,
Rick Kniesler

Edith T. Nowels

July 1, 2014

"Robert" .. "Bob" .. "Bobby" .. "Zorch" .. "Mr. Mayor" .. Thank you for your service to our hometown and to our country. "Let There Be Peace on Earth, and Let It Begin With Me" ... oh, so appropriate and timely. You made a 'difference', and many will miss you ... as will I. Rest in Peace dear soldier.

Jeanne Robinson

July 1, 2014

Bob was always the "bright spot" in our days in the office at Burke - way back when. We have stayed in touch over the years and he will surely be missed. I would like to send my condolences to the entire family!

June 30, 2014

Sending my condolences to the friends and family. May the joyous memories bring you peace during this difficult time. May you also draw consolation and solace from the God of all comfort (2 Cor. 1:3)

Edith T. Nowels

June 30, 2014

Saddened by the loss of your Dad. He was a 'mover' and a 'shaker', 'git'er done' kinda' fella, dedicated to the project at hand. As did Jesse, his father, Bob made his 'mark' with a deep, caring concern for Brielle ... always giving way to his deep-seated pride and love for his children. Although Bob and I often disagreed on 'political' issues ... many times sought his "what d'ya think" ... I will always have great respect for the entire Collinson family ... lifetime friendships with many of his relatives through school, church, and neighborhood 'family' life throughout New Jersey. The town's fabric weakens as Brielle will miss this "guy to go to", as will I. Kind thoughts and hugs for you each, Sheila, Bobby, Kevin, Karen, and Kelly ... as you stand proud and tall being a "Collinson".

Diana DeMarco

June 28, 2014

So sorry to hear of Mr. Collinson's passing. He was a true friend to my father & our family. My thoughts & prayers are with his family during this difficult time.

Vivian Alston

June 28, 2014

Sorry to hear of Bob's passing. My prayers are with you.

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