Brian W. Collins of Dorchester, formerly of Mission Hill, passed away on September 11, 2024. Devoted father of Brianna Collins of San Francisco, CA. Beloved son of the late George E. and Helen T. (Sullivan) Collins. Dear brother of William Collins of Medway, Mark Collins (Kathleen) of West Roxbury, Rev. John A. Collins C.Ss.R. of Washington D.C., Marianne Dewing (David) of West Roxbury, Patricia Marchetti (Michael) of Reading, Rev. George E. Collins S.J. of Brighton, Timothy Collins (Patricia) of Hingham, Helen Waters (James) of Needham. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Brian enjoyed his working career as a diligent and dedicated employee of Commonwealth Limousine and leaves behind friends, colleagues, and family who knew him as a good and gentle soul. He was an ardent Boston sports fan throughout his life, especially towards his beloved BC Eagles hockey teams. Brian’s love of music led him and Brianna to attend many live concerts through the years and brought them special times of shared delight and enjoyment.
Funeral from the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St., West Roxbury, Friday, September 27th at 9:00am. Followed by a Funeral Mass in The Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Mission Church), 1545 Tremont St, Boston at 10:30am. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, West Roxbury.
Visiting Hours Thursday, September 26th from 4:00pm to 8:00pm in the Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Brian may be made to Boston's Basilica Our Lady of Perpetual Help at www.bostonbasilica.com