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James M. Collins
1943 - 2025
BORN
1943
DIED
2025
James Collins Obituary
James M.
Dec 1, 1943 - Nov 3, 2025
Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Donovan) Collins; devoted father of Colleen (Michael) Jaskier; step-father of Daniel (Michelle Cordero) Geary and Michael (Marianne) Geary; loving grandfather of Nathan, Olivia, Matthew (Catherine), Michael, Abby and Grace Geary; son of the late James A. and Marguerite (nee Mulkin) Collins; dear brother of Elaine Collins; cherished uncle of Brandon Collins. Jim served proudly in the US Navy and Navy Reserves. He worked for South Buffalo Railway as a car inspector for 25 years. He was the VP of HOA at the Rock Oak Community and resident liaison to management. Jim loved reading, boating over 20 years, cooking, collecting antiques, DIY projects at home, traveling with his wife Barbara, watching his two favorite teams the Yankees and Notre Dame and enjoying his children and grandchildren. A private service was held. If desired, donations may be made to Hospice-Buffalo, Inc. Arrangements by AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC. (716) 836-6500. Share condolences at www.AMIGONE.com
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