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James "Jim" Francis Collins, of Hanover, passed away peacefully at Hanover and District Hospital on Saturday, September 16, 2023. He was 82.
Born in Hanover on January 26, 1941 to the late Francis and Ruby (nee Johnson) Collins. Jim was employed with Desco as the sales and counter associate. He was a member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Hanover. Jim and Beth recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary and were just as in love as they were the day they married.
Survived by his loving wife Elizabeth “Beth” (nee Robertson) of Hanover and twins Scot (Sandra) Collins of Stoney Creek and Susan (Tim) Casler of Princeton. Loved grandfather of Tyler (Rachel). Fondly remembered by his sister Jean (Bob) Schlorff of Hanover as well as nieces and nephews.
To honour his wishes, cremation has taken place and inurnment in Hanover Cemetery will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations to the Parkinson Society or to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover.
Dear Scott, Susan and families - We were out of town for the past three weeks and I just saw that your dad had passed away. I had great memories of living on 8th Street and before that - visiting my grandma and grandpa's when they lived beside you. Your mom and dad were always so good to us. Later on in life, they would always stop to chat. I am so sorry for your loss. May you cherish your memories of all the good times you had with your dad. Thinking of you at this time.
- Suzanne WhiteTo Beth and family. Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Norman and Eleanor MarshallBeth, Scot snd Susan
My most heartfelt condolences on your loss . He is not gone , he is in your hearts forever . I have many great memories of years ago when Paul and Jim worked together .
To Beth and family. Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Norman and Eleanor MarshallTo Beth and family. Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Norman and Eleanor MarshallTo Beth and family
Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To Beth and family
Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To Beth and family
Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To Beth, Scott, Susan, Tyler, Jean and families
Our deepest condolences ! Jim was such a lovely man, so friendly and caring and so loving to his family. He will be remembered as an amazing neighbor and friend. We will miss you Jim! We know you are at peace and resting in Jesus arms now. RIP!!
Condolences to Jean and Bob and family he was a great guy
- Gail cesSo sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Knew Jim for many, many years at Desco and later living just down the street from him. Enjoyed many conversations and card games with him. RIP Jimmy.
Condolences to Jean & Bob, and the Collins families. Al Monk
To Beth, Scot, Susan and Family.
Our deepest sympathy to you on the passing of Jim. We will always treasure the memories we have of Jim and all of you, as great friends and former neighbours.
Dorothy, Hap & Jacky Schmitt
To the Collins and Schlorff families please accept our deepest condolences
on the passing of Jim. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Thoughts and Prayers
Bernice and Ian
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing, he always had my a smile on his face and will be missed....thoughts and prayers to all the family.. hugs
- Joan kaufmanJim will be greatly missed by his whole family. His family was very special to both he and Beth , as I know he was in yours . You will have a life time of great memories to cherish over the coming years. My thoughts andrayers are with you . JOYC3 keeling
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Beth & Family:- So sorry to hear of Jims' passing. He will be at peace now & hope he & Gerry gets together up there. They will have some catching up to do as Gerry has been gone 8 months. They leave a big hole in our lives when they leave, but have to be thankful they don't have to suffer any longer. Our deepest sympathy to all. Sincerely, Verona Fidler & Cindy Fidler Lusby
- Verona FidlerSending our deepest sympathies to the Collins and Schlorff families. Enjoyed the many colourful conversations and working alongside Jim at Desco Plumbing & Heating before his retirement. Donna, Doug, Dave & Wayne. Rest in Peace Jim!
- Donna YatesOur thoughts and prayers go out to the Collins and Schlorff families at this sad time! May your many good memories of the past help in your healing.
Marlene Kaufman and Morris Emke
Dear Beth, Scot, Sandra, Susan, Tim & Tyler,
Our deepest condolences for your loss of Jim. Our families have so many memories over the years but most lasting is the friendship, love and support given to each other. That started with Jim & Beth and their big hearts that welcomed our family. To know Jim is to know his love of gardening, his keen sense of cards and his appreciation for a good meal. Jim will live on in his son's sense of humour and his daughter's love of cards. Hold fast to all those memories as they are like hugs from Heaven. RIP Jim.
Praying for you all, Anne Legace-Gagnier & Rob Gagnier
Beth and Family: Our sincere condolences to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss of Jim. Jim was always smiling and we have fond memories of both of you at many J.B. Allen & Ideal functions. Doug & Lorraine 🙏
- Doug & Lorraine SeifriedSending sincere condolences to all the families.
- Annita RodyBeth Scot Susan and family Doug and l wish to express our deepest sympathy .lot is very hard to loose a childhood friend Doug has known Jim for 68 years.The Collins family and the Braithwaite family share many happy memories together . Jim always had a ready smile and cheerful hello .We will miss him Doug and Donna Braithwaite
- Doug and Donna BraithwaiteDear Beth, Scot, Sandra, Susan, Tim and Tyler. We are sending you all our love and sincere condolences. Jim was such an great man. He was always the most wonderful host and fun company whenever we got together over the last 35 years!!
Wishing you all peace and comfort in your hearts in the days ahead.
Cheers to Jim and to you all such a great family!!
Love Paula, Bruce, Laura, Jasper & Austin Grond
To Susan and Scott and extended family , I am so sorry for your loss . He was a friend of mom and dad and a really nice neighbour to have .
- Kathy wellsDear Beth, Scott & Susan & families
So very sad to hear Jim has passed away.
In 1971, while working at Buckeye Peerless, Jim & I realized we had the same Great Aunt Liza McDonald.
After that, Jim always called me his cousin. Our sincere sympathy to you all.
Bernice and Don Ewart.
Beth, Scot, Susan, Jean & Bob you have our sincere sympathy. May all of your treasured memories bring you comfort. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Bernadette and Larry SchlorffDearest Susan, Scot and Mrs.Collins (Beth),
Your Dad Jim was a lovely man and I remember him fondly during our times together during college. Cherish all the good times spent together as you all move forward during this difficult time. Hugs
Karen Vogels
My sincere condolences to the Collins family. Knew Jim for many years through Desco. Met and chatted numerous times since then when out shopping. Sending our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. RIP Jim
- Wally HallidayWords cannot express the sadness that we feel at the passing of our friend Jim. We had manyJoyful visits and conversations with Jim and Beth and thus we have many pleasant memories.Our thoughts and prayers are with Beth and also with Scott and Susan and their families.Please accept our deepest sympathy and may God bless you all.
- Sulta and Jerry WepplerSusan, Tim, Tyler, Rachel, Scott and Sandra. We wish to send our condolences to you at this very sad time. Jim was a wonderful man to be very proud of. Remember all the good times because there were many of them.
- Don and Betty CooperSending deepest condolences to the Collins and Schlorff families.
- Brenda GoetzTo all the family,
Sending you prayers and condolences as you remember Jim. So many years of memories for me but the one that pops into head today was Beth and Jim's wedding, 60 years ago on a VERY HOT July day. As we stood at the front of the church a few of the wedding party were quite warm..especially those guys in suits! Bill and I felt very honoured to have been part their wedding party.
With love,
Jean
Beth and family my sincere condolences to you on the loss of Jim
- Shirley Mercey
