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Veronica Collins Obituary

Collins, Veronica M. (nee Ritchie), age 56, devoted mother of Michael (Christine), Edward (Nicole) and Veronica Collins, beloved daughter of the late Edward and June Ritchie, loving grandmother of Patrick, Megan, Breanna and Caitlin, dearest sister of Stephen Ritchie and the late Paul Ritchie, cherished aunt of Samantha Ritchie, also survived by many loving cousins, family and friends. Former parishioner of St. Barnabas Parish, Chicago. Visitation Thursday, 3 to 9 p.m., at The Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 S. Southwest Hwy. (7700W), Palos Hills. Funeral Friday, 9 a.m., from the funeral home to St. Alexander Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Express your thoughts and memories in the online guest book at www.palosgaidasfh.com 708-974-4410

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 6, 2004.

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The Castro Family

October 14, 2004

My family and I extend our deepest sympathy to all of you in your loss. I know that your mother loved you all so very much and she never hesitated to do all she could for you.

Karen Roberts

October 8, 2004

To all the Collins family: I was so shocked and sad to hear of Veronica's tragic death. I will miss seeing her sweet smile at Great Lakes and hearing her great stories of her family that she loved so much. She proudly displayed all your pictures and was always eager to tell anyone interested about each of you. We all share your loss.

Tanya Lester

October 7, 2004

Ronnie,

I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May God bless you and your family and know that she will be in your heart forever.

June Kapl

October 7, 2004

Dear Collins Family -



I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I've only been working at Great Lakes for less than a year but she was one of the first to welcome me. She was always so nice and fun to chat with. She loved her family very much.



My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bless you and keep you safe.

June Kapl

October 7, 2004

I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I've only been working with her for less than a year. She was always someone to make you feel welcome and very nice. She would always take time to listen. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God bless and keep you safe.

Michelle Maksim

October 7, 2004

Veronica, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. I will always remember your mother's kind nature when I worked at Great Lakes. May God bless you today and always.

Patricia Hoskins

October 6, 2004

Veronica, I just wanted to express my condolences to you and your family. You always had so many wonderful things to say about your mother when talking to me,especially when you would talk about your Irish heritage and the love you shared with her."What the heart gives away is never gone...it is kept in the hearts of others." Thank you for sharing your mother with me. May God Bless You and Your Family.

tammy peverill

October 6, 2004

ronnie, im so sorry to hear about your great lost . i cant believe that this happen im so sorry im here if you need someone to talk to im here just email me ill send my number please try to have some kind of peace knowing that shes with the lord and someday youll meet again ronnie work sends there love and prayers i hope you can believe me when i say i care about you and hope you call me anytime you need a friend with all my love tammy

Tera Lester

October 6, 2004

I am very sorry to hear of your loss may god be with you in your time of need.

Laura Sands

October 6, 2004

Words are so insignificant at a time like this. Please know that the Denison family members are thinking of you and your family and keeping you in our prayers. Laura Sands

Ruthann Shipanik

October 6, 2004

I am so sorry to hear of Veronica. We will all miss her at Great Lakes. She was a very caring and helpful person.

Norma Alberts

October 6, 2004

I am saddened at the loss of your Mother. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May you be comforted in knowing that others share your loss. She spoke of all of you and loved all of you so much and was so very proud of her family. She was a wonderful person and I know she has a crown in heaven. She will be missed. May God bless you and give you all strength at this time. Norma Alberts

Janice Heard

October 6, 2004

We are all shocked and saddened by Veronica's passing. She will be dearly missed at Great Lakes. I enjoyed stopping by her desk and chatting with her. Take comfort in the fact that many people really cared about her.

Susan Williams

October 6, 2004

My deepest sympathies on your loss. I knew Veronica from Great Lakes. She was always pleasant and I will miss seeing her at the office. May your faith give you strength during this difficult time.

Sr. Margaret Ruddy

October 6, 2004

Please accept my deepest sympathy on the death of your Mother, Grandmother and Sister. We saw Ronnie at the beginning of September at Sr. Benedicta's funeral in Milwaukee. Litte did we know at that time that Ronnie would soon be joining her. In case you don't remember who I am. I am the daughter of Eureta, the oldest daughter of Grandpa Ritchie. You are in my prayers.



Sr. margaret

David Gaidas and Family

October 6, 2004

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