Paul Collins

The family of Paul Collins is deeply saddened to announce his passing on Monday, June 10, 2024 in Bonnyville, Alberta at the age of 78 years.

Paul will be forever loved and remembered by his four children:  David Collins (Crystal Richardson), Paula Paddison (Craig Coulter), Kevin Collins (Christine Mack), Allen (Ashley) Collins; mother of his children: Elaine Collins; nine grandchildren: Katrina Paddison (Tyler Matchett), Christopher Paddison, Megan (Matt) Phillips, Kallista Collins (Eric Richard), Kameron Collins (Morgan Wiggins), Rylee & Reid Collins; step grandchildren:  Chelsea (John) MacDonald, Tyler North; six great grandchildren: Violet & Lila Phillips, Taryn Farrell, Bentley Richard, Evelyn Collins; step great grandchild: Amber Klassen; brother: Percy (Lynda) Collins; two sisters: Madeleine Normand, Cecile Rivard; sister-in-law: Jean Collins; as well as many other family & friends.

Paul was predeceased by his parents: René & Rose Anna Collins; brothers: Lucien Collins, Claude Collins; sister: Helena Collins; sisters & brothers-in-law: Marguerite (Lyle) Dierkhising, Ella (John) Wanat, Raymond Rivard, Aurele Normand; daughter-in-law: Lu Berthaume.

Prayer Service, Friday, June 28, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Fort Kent, Alberta with Father Rene Realuyo officiating.

Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Fort Kent, Alberta with Father Rene Realuyo as celebrant.  Pallbearers: Claude Normand, Leonard Normand, Chris Paddison, Craig Coulter, Al (Goose) Rutledge, Larry Unrau.  Honorary pallbearers: Allen Collins, Kevin Collins.  Final Resting Place, St. Joseph Roman Catholic Cemetery, Fort Kent, Alberta.

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