He was the beloved husband of 36 years and best friend of Margaret Kaiser Collins, and loving, proud and devoted father of two daughters, LT Marguerite Collins Mullen, USCG, Miami, Fla., and Catherine (Katie) Collins, Philadelphia, Pa., and father-in-law, of LT Timothy Mullen, USCG.

Ed was born in New Brunswick, N.J., son of the late

Edward M. Collins Jr. and Mary (Madden) Collins.

He graduated from St. Joseph's High School, Metuchen, N.J., and St. Joseph's University, Philadelphia, Pa. After working in food marketing and financial services industries, Ed received a J.D. from the Temple University School of Law in 1987 and served as law clerk to the Hon. Thomas J. Eshelman, Berks County Court of Common Pleas. He

practiced business law in Bucks and Berks Counties and was a partner in Roland & Schlegel, Reading, Pa., before

becoming the owner and president of Entrance Inc., in Leesport, Pa.

He is survived by three brothers: Michael (Bralee) Collins, Dallas, Texas; John (Barbara) Collins, Edina, Minn.; and James Collins, Edina, Minn.; his father and mother-in-law, Dr. and Mrs. Gerard Kaiser, Hershey, Pa.; five brothers and sisters-in-law: Gerry and Mary Jane Kaiser, St. Louis, Mo.; Greg and Cathleen Kaiser, Hummelstown, Pa.; Fran and Kathie Kaiser, Havertown, Pa.; Jim and Cristina Kaiser, Shaker Heights, Ohio; Nellie and Larry McGrew, Collingswood, N.J.; and many aunts, cousins, brothers- and sisters-in-law, nephews and nieces across the United States.

Ed was a member of Holy Guardian Angels Parish in Reading, Pa. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, past president and member of Rotary Club of Muhlenberg, Ancient Order of Hibernians, King's Men, Berks County Bar Association, past president of the Delaware Valley Chapter of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy Parents' Association and the Holy Guardian Angels CYO.

Ed was humble, kind, generous, intelligent and had a great and quick sense of humor. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, reading, history, politics, cooking, listening to rock and Celtic music, hiking, biking and kayaking, the Oakland Raiders, taking naps, watching TV and walking his dog, Sophie.

Ed dedicated his life to providing for others.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Guardian Angels Parish, 3121 Kutztown Road, Reading 19605, on Saturday, April 14, 2018, at 10:00 a.m.

The family will receive family and friends on Friday, April 13, 2018, from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at Bean Funeral Home, 3825 Penn Ave., Sinking Spring, 19608.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ed's memory to Holy Guardian Angels Regional School, 3125 Kutztown Road, Hyde Park, Reading, PA 19605 or The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Online condolences may be made to

www.beanfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Reading Eagle from Apr. 11 to Apr. 12, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Edward Collins

12 Entries

Peggy Collins

April 13, 2018

Marge,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know God will bless you with the peace and comfort only He can give.

Andrew Kaiser

April 13, 2018

Marge, I just learned about your terrible loss and am heartbroken for you. I will always remember Ed as very kind and intelligent man, and I wish I could be there to show my support. Know that my thoughts are with you and your family. Sending strength and love...

Fr. Christopher M. Zelonis

April 12, 2018

I just learned today of Ed's death. God grant him rest from his life's labors and sufferings; God grant strength and peace to all his loved ones. I shall remember him and all of you in my offering of the Mass.

April 12, 2018

Marge, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Karen Loeper (BCBA)

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Margaret Kieffer

April 12, 2018

Hugs and much love from your LAC swimming family.

Marianna Giuffre

April 12, 2018

Marge and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. I hope you find peace and solace in remembering all of the good times and laughter you and Ed shared throughout the years. May God bless you and comfort you.
Sincerely,
Marianna

Patty Kelly

April 12, 2018

Marge Marguerite and Kate...
Our love and prayers are with you. We loved Ed. Have the fondest memories of so many good times. Let those good times be a comfort to you.
Love...The Kelly's

April 12, 2018

Marge, our heartfelt sympathy & prayers to your and your family. Kim & Joe Ferro

April 11, 2018

Dear Marge,
Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. May your memories of your dear Edward bring you peace.
Jana Susco

Sandra Katzin

April 11, 2018

Marge and family
My deepest and sincere sympathy to you all. May you find comfort in your fond memories. You are in our prayers.

Sandra Katzin and family

Kenneth Sands Jr

April 11, 2018

Margaret,
My sincere sympathy and may the Lord give you strength in this your time of sorrow.
Ken Sands

Jim Campbell

April 11, 2018

Our sincere sympathy to Margo and the Collins family.
Jim & Terry Campbell

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