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William Francis Collins

Richmond, Virginia

June 29, 1943 - June 6, 2020

William Francis Collins Obituary

William F. Collins, 76, passed away June 6, 2020 in Richmond, VA. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Quita T. Collins, daughter, Michelle Toczko (James), son, Michael Collins (Tina), and daughter in law, Wendy Collins. His grandchildren include Felicia, Patrick, Nathan, Tiffany, Andrew, Noah, Ansleigh, Micah and Jack. He is also survived by his twin brother, Jim Collins (Julie), and ten nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by son, Sean Collins, brothers, Tom Collins and Jack Collins as well as his parents. Bill was born in Richmond, VA on June 29,1943. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1961 and the University of Richmond in 1972. He worked for Home Beneficial Life Insurance Co, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, and the Catholic Diocese of Richmond. He was a member of the National Guard. His civic activities included the Roxbury Civic Association, Jackson Davis Elementary School PTA, Manchester Family YMCA, James River Kiwanas, St. Mathias Food Pantry and Men’s Group, Monacan High School PTA, Stonehenge Civic Association, University of Richmond Alumni Association, Knights of Columbus and the ALS Association. As a member of the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, church was an integral part of his life. Private internment was held at the University of Richmond Columbarium and Memorial Garden. In lieu of flower, memorial contributions may be made to: The Manchester Family YMCA, 7540 Hull St. Rd. N. Chesterfield, VA 23235 The Melanoma Research Alliance, 730 15th St. NW, Washington DC 20005 Communities in Schools of Chesterfield, P.O. Box 10, Chesterfield, VA 23832 The ALS Association – DC, MD, VA Chapter, 8100 Three Chopt Rd., Suite 147, Richmond, VA 23229 A Memorial Mass will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 26 at Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, 800 S. Cathedral Pl., Richmond, Va. 23220.

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