Christopher J. Collins
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Christopher J. Collins

  • October 18, 1965 - June 2, 2011
  • Melrose, Massachusetts
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“Today is your birthday, and I just discovered with sadness and shock that you had died four months ago. I am so sorry that we did not reconnect in...Read More » ”
1 of 21 | Posted by: Carole Bersani - Arlington, MA

“My deepest condolences. Though I hadn't seen him recently, Chris was a very dear friend. Sincerely, Daniel Dennis ”
2 of 21 | Posted by: Daniel Dennis, Jr.

“Joan, Ronnie, Ronnie, Jennifer and the extended family. I'm so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of fun & carefree times spent with...Read More » ”
3 of 21 | Posted by: Steve Pierpont - hudson, NH

“No parent should outlive their precious loving child, but God seems to take the best first. My heart breaks for you, Joan & Ronnie and I'll always...Read More » ”
4 of 21 | Posted by: Louise Faucher

“Dear Collins Family, I remember when I woke up from my coma in January of 2010, Chris called me at the hospital. Our relationship was always a...Read More » ”
5 of 21 | Posted by: David Green - Topsfield, MA

“Dear Jen & family, I am so sorry. Chris was an amazing person and will be forever missed! Love, Gail Barrera ”
6 of 21 | Posted by: Gail Barrera - Friend

“Prayers are with you during this time of sadness. There are no words that can take away the pain but may they help comfort you to know that family,...Read More » ”
7 of 21 | Posted by: Anne Webster

“I was friends with Chris when we were both 12 or 13; we met in Weebelos, a scouting organization in Melrose and then we were in some of the same...Read More » ”
8 of 21 | Posted by: Tony Giacalone - Boston, MA

“Dear Chris, I was so fortunate to grow up knowing Chris through my dear dear friend Jennifer. You would light up a room with that loving...Read More » ”
9 of 21 | Posted by: Toni - Friend

“I met Chris at a very important time in my life. He made a huge difference to my life. I have always said that God sent him to me. Chris helped me...Read More » ”
10 of 21 | Posted by: Dana Bruno - Ipswich, MA

“It has been a long road since our high school days, but one thing that never changed was the great smile and incredible laughter. You will be missed...Read More » ”
11 of 21 | Posted by: Donald Cranley - Melrose, MA

“For the short time I knew Chris I immediately felt his illuminating love and positive energy for enjoying life with family and friends. His laugh...Read More » ”
12 of 21 | Posted by: Michelle Burk - Boston, MA

“Chris was a delightful man, full of energy and a wonderful sense of humor. Over the last couple of months, I got to know Chris on a deeper level. ...Read More » ”
13 of 21 | Posted by: Don Young - Quncy, MA - Friend

“Dear Ron, Joan and Family.. We are so saddened to just hear today of Christopher's passing. May you all stay strong during this difficult time. ...Read More » ”
14 of 21 | Posted by: Lori and Robert Smith - Melrose, MA

“Chris you are the best cousin anyone could ask for. You alway there to lend and ear and to have some good laughs with, mostly at Jennifers expense....Read More » ”
15 of 21 | Posted by: Janine Zullo - Stoneham, MA

“You will always be in my thoughts and in my heart. I'm so glad that we had the chance to talk just weeks ago. You will be missed my friend. XOXO-...Read More » ”
16 of 21 | Posted by: Joey DeSilva (Castiello)

“In the short time I was lucky enough to have Chris in my life, I saw him touch the hearts of so many people. Including myself. I spoke to him on...Read More » ”
17 of 21 | Posted by: Christy Wandolowski - Newton, MA

“I am so saddened by the death of one of my dearest and closest friends. We spent so much time together as teenagers and young adults. The memories...Read More » ”
18 of 21 | Posted by: Paula Sakey - Northampton, MA

“I love you my sweet, sweet brother and best friend. The pain i feel is indescribable and I miss you so much. You were the best brother I could have...Read More » ”
19 of 21 | Posted by: Jennifer Collins aka "D" to Chris - MA

“there will be no other like you... I was blessed to have known u for the short time... I got so use to seeing ur face everyday... and hearing ur...Read More » ”
20 of 21 | Posted by: maria (bobbles) - friend

“Sleep peacefully, you are truly never gone because those who love you keep you alive in memory...Heaven now has two angels that are special beyond...Read More » ”
21 of 21 | Posted by: teri collins - malden, MA


Mr. Christopher J. Collins, of Melrose, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, June 2, 2011, at the age of 45.

Chris was born in Melrose on October 18, 1965, one of three children of Ronald E. Collins and Joan (Berg) Collins. Raised in Melrose, he graduated from Melrose High School with the class of 1983. Chris worked as a customer sales representative for Verizon for many years. He loved photography, gardening, computers, music, and acrylic painting.

He was the cherished son of Ronald E. Collins and Joan L. (Berg) Collins of Melrose. Beloved brother of Ronald E. Collins, Jr. and his wife Sue of Nashua, NH, and Jennifer L. Collins of Melrose. Dear nephew of Janice DeSimone and her husband Stephen of Wakefield, Louise McGuiness and her husband Gerald of Melrose, Lawrence Collins and his wife Jean of Malden, and Kenneth Collins and his wife Cyd of Southwest Harbor, ME. Loving uncle of Charlie, Nathaniel, Isabella, and Sophia Collins all of Nashua, NH. He is also survived by his favorite dog, "Bentley."

Funeral Service in honor and remembrance of Chris at the Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St, Melrose on Tuesday, June 7 at 11 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visitation on Tuesday from 9-11 AM. Interment in Wyoming Cemetery, Melrose. Gifts in honor of Chris may be made to the Boston Living Center, 29 Stanhope St., Boston, MA 02116.

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Wyoming Cemetery

205 Sylvan Street Melrose, MA

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