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Jeremiah Collins Obituary

Collins, Jeremiah J. "Jerry" Age 90. Native of Newmarket, Co. Cork, Ireland. Beloved husband of the late Anne (nee O'Brien); Fond dad of Mary Frances (Bob) Tesher, and Tim (Deann) Collins; Proud Papa of Brittany, Bethany, Bridget, Colleen, Anna, Olivia, Kevin, and Sarah; Loving brother of the late Madge (the late Mick) Hough, and Humphrey (the late Peg) Collins; Favorite uncle of many nieces and nephews. Wonderful friend to all. Visitation Sunday 2:00 - 9:00 p.m. Funeral Monday 9:45 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 4950 W. 79th St., Burbank to St. Nicholas of Tolentine Church, Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Proud former employee of Rheem Manufacturing. "We will all miss Dad's twinkling Irish eyes." 708-857-7878 www.sheehyfh.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 23, 2012.

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October 13, 2012

Dear family,

We are sorry to hear about Mr. Collins death. Mr. Collins was my grandmother, Mary Corbett's neighbor on 59th St. We have fond memories of his kind smile. I always remember being happy to play ball with him and his beloved dog, Murphy. You have our sympathy.

~The Corbetts

Therese Ryan

September 24, 2012

Dear Mary,
I am so sorry I missed the wake and funeral, I thought the wake was today. Your father was a very sweet man, I hope you find comfort knowing that he is now with your mother. I know my sister was there to greet him for you. Love you Therese & Ken Rayn

Brooke

September 24, 2012

Its Always painful to read about a father, grandfather and beloved uncle losing his life in death and leaving so many behind. May he be reunited with them again 1 Cor 15:52

Sheila Murphy

September 24, 2012

Dear Mary Frances and Tim,
We are so so sorry to hear of the death of our dear Uncle Jerry to me, Sheila, and so loved by John. He rang last week and spoke to John for at least a half an hour. He was in great form. I am sure he is happy and at peace in heaven with all the family members that so loved him. Our deepest sympathy. Love John Sheila Murphy Kilnockin, Freemount Charleville, Co. Cork. Ireland

The Collins'

September 24, 2012

Dear Mary F, Tim and families,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy, Uncle Jerry will always be in our memories.

Rest in Peace Uncle Jerry.

Bankston

September 24, 2012

May all of you be comforted by your cherished memories.Be encouraged by the promise God gives that our loved ones will return from the land of the enemy (Jeremiah 31:16).

September 23, 2012

Dear Mary and Tim and family,

We all are sorry for your loss. We feel very fortunate to have known your Dad. He was always great company and had kind words to say. He was very proud of all of you and his grandchildren. The saying "he never met a stranger" certainly applies to Jerry. We all have many fond memories of a wonderful man.

John and Mary Daly and family
Tom and Eileen Sayers

September 23, 2012

DEAR MARY,TIM AND FAMILY,
THE DAY THAT WE MET YOUR DAD, MR. COLLINS
WE KNEW IMMEDIATELY THAT HE WAS A GOOD SOUL AND A KIND PERSON. HE MADE US FEEL COMFORTABLE AND WE ARE PLEASED THAT OUR PATHS CROSSED IN THIS LIFE. WE ARE DEEPLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.

MR.& MRS PRATL

malachy garrett

September 23, 2012

Sorry to here about your dad

Ita Mullane

September 23, 2012

Sympathy to you all on Jerry s passing, May he Rest in Peace . When The Lord calls our loved ones home, he leaves behind many cherished memories .

Ann and Pat O Callaghan

September 23, 2012

so sorry for ye loss of great dad and great papa and uncle to me. i will miss him alot thinkin of ye

September 23, 2012

Mary and Family, Our hearts and prayers go out to you. The love that the family has can and will endure all trials. Hang in there. Sincere,

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