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William Collins Obituary
Collins, William D. "Bill" A U.S. Army Veteran, died on August 4, 2006, at the age of 60. Beloved husband of Rosemary (nee Golon), loving father of Arthur (JoAnne) and Melissa (Thomas) Culen, proud grandfather of Kevin, Joseph Culen and Nicole Collins, brother, sister, nieces, nephews and friend to all. A retired union member of IUEC Local 2. Funeral Tuesday, August 8, 2006, at 10:45 a.m., from the Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge, to St. Paul of the Cross Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. Interment private. Visitation Monday, 3 to 9 p.m. 847-685-1002. 
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Cindy O'leary-Wlodarczyk
August 8, 2006
Mrs.Collins, Art, Missy:
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.Always know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul Campana
August 8, 2006
Deepest condolences to Rosemary and Art Collins from both Art Strezlecki and myself.Even though we haven't seen any of you in a while Rosemary,you and Bill were very good to both of us when we were younger.Art,we remember what a great worker you were for us as well.Our thoughts and prayers go out to both of you and the rest of your family.Paul.
Nancy Siedlecki
August 7, 2006
Rosemary, I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your dear husband.
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Debra and William White
August 7, 2006
Rosemary - We're sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barbara Dybus
August 7, 2006
Dear Rose,
I'm so sorry to hear of Bill's passing from Jo. I remember the great times we had in scouts and at scout camp in Michigan. We had such fun. My prayers are with you and your family.
Barb & Paul Dybus
Linda Fay (Kozlowski)
August 6, 2006
Rosemary,
My heart goes out to you. I have so many fond memories - growing up in the old neighborhood with Billy - he will be missed.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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