Jennifer Lynn Collins

Jennifer Lynn Collins obituary, Pittsburgh, PA

Jennifer Lynn Collins

Jennifer Collins Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Pittsburgh Cremation & Funeral Care - Peters Township on Aug. 19, 2022.

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Jennifer Lynn Collins, age 48 of Canonsburg, PA formerly of Ford City, PA passed away after a long courageous battle with breast cancer on December 16, 2021. Born on May 21, 1973, she was the daughter of Florence Lilley and the late Donald Lilley. Beloved wife of Michael Collins. Loving mother of Kalea (16) and Kade (15). Cherished sister of Chris and wife Marissa Lilley. She is also survived by her niece Parker Lilley.
Jennifer enjoyed writing and blogging. She was the author of the book, and the blog, Jennifer also loved baking, walking, sunrise and sunsets, and trips to the beach. She was dedicated to her faith and service. Jennifer touched many lives and will be dearly missed by all.
A gathering of family and friends will held on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 from 2 PM – 8 PM at Pittsburgh Cremation and Funeral Care, 3287 Washington Road, McMurray, PA 15317, (724) 260-5546. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at 10 AM at Waterdam Church, 208 Galley Road, Canonsburg, PA 15317.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to one of Jennifer's favorite charities: Metavivor, www.metavivor.org, Little Pink House of Hope, littlepink.org, Leslie's Week, www.lesliesweek.org, City Mission of Washington, PA, www.citymission.org or the Washington Area Humane Society, www.washingtonpashelter.org.

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