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Charles Collins Obituary

Collins, Charles J. World War II Naval Veteran, beloved husband of the late Mary (nee O'Lone), devoted father of the late Michael, the late James, Mary Kay (Ted) Gutt, David (Donna), Tim (Karen), Kevin (Kim) and Colleen (Rick) Biszewski, proud grandfather of Michael, Beth, Dan, Toby, Mary, Michael, Jennifer, Katie, Megan, Jill, Erin, Matthew and Mark, adored great grandfather of Norma and Ryan, dear brother of Joseph (Erica) Collins and John (Alice) Collins, kind uncle of many nieces and nephews, loving companion and fiance of Lillian Charnas. Visitation Friday, 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Saturday, 8:45 a.m. from Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 4950 West 79th Street, Burbank, to St. Albert the Great Church, Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Retired member of Pipefitters Local 597. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Make a Wish Foundation, 640 North LaSalle, Suite No. 289, Chicago, 60610, would be appreciated. 708-857- 7878, 773-582-4400, www.sheehyfh.com Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 15, 2003.

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Jamie & Kathy Alessi

May 15, 2003

Tim, Mary Kay, Dave, Kevin & Colleen,



Your father was a wonderful man and neighbor and will be missed by all of us. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Find rest in the hands of the Lord during this difficult time.



With love, J&K

Kimberly O'Lone

May 15, 2003

I will always have fond memories of my Uncle Chuck. Especially the card tricks he did many years ago.



Kim

Jerry Greenfield

May 15, 2003

A very dear friend whom i'm sure will be greatly missed by family and whomever he had contact with.My condolences are with his family.

Dominic Tolli

May 15, 2003

My deep condolences on Charles' passing, and my best regards for the whole family and friends who will miss him and treasure their memories together.

Emmett Kelly

May 15, 2003

Kevin,

My condolences to you and your

family.

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