Gerald Collins

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Collins, Gerald "Butch" Born April 28th 1938 Kirkland Lake, Ontario, Canada. Passed Nov. 22nd 2013. Preceded in death by parents, Thomas J. Collins and Martha Collins; 2nd wife, Yvonne Michelle Collins; brother, Harris Collins; sister, Martha Collins and family. Survived by partner, Cindy Krantz; brother, Thomas J. Collins; sons, Thomas J. Collins (Miriam), Gary Gaylor (Jessica) and Bruce Collins; grandchildren, Bianca Collins, Brooke Collins and Cooper Gaylor; loving nephews, Michael, Mark, and Martin and their families. Gerald was born in Canada in 1938, moved to Minnesota in the 50's, raised his family in Bloomington, MN; then retired to Morongo Valley where he spent his remaining years enjoying his grandchildren. After a brief and sudden hospitalization, he passed in the loving arms of family. His soul, and life will be sorely missed. Private memorial service planned for Dec. 7th 2013. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to any of Gerald's favorite Charities: D.A.V. (Disabled American Veterans), Easter Seals or Catholic Charities.

Published on November 26, 2013