It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert "Bob" Collins, Jr., of Londonderry, NH, formerly of Woburn, MA, who passed away peacefully on October 27, 2024, due to medical complications after a brief illness. Bob was born on April 2, 1949, in Woburn, Massachusetts. He lived surrounded by his family and friends, the two most important things in
the world to him.
Bob was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was predeceased by his parents, the late Robert L. Collins, Sr., and Dorothy L. (Furbush) Collins. Bob leaves behind Mary Collins, their nine children and their children's significant others: Sherry Worfolk and her husband Jeffrey, Robert Collins, III and his wife Charlene, William Collins, John Collins and his wife Kara, Adam Collins and his wife Cristina, Allison Collins and her husband Arthur, Ashley Collins and her partner Maddy, Brian Collins and his wife Sarah, Stephanie Currie and her husband Jason. His grandchildren, Caydence, Michael, Madison, Logan, JJ, Johnny, Jameson, Caitlin, Steven, Julianna, and Molly brought him immense joy, and he cherished every moment spent with them. He also had many foster children that he loved dearly. He was a loving brother to his siblings, Diane Sahin and her husband Yusuf, Laurie Guy and her husband James, Deborah Malone and her husband Stephen, and Daniel Collins. Also, a beloved uncle to his sibling’s children; Jason, Sean, Lynda, Leanne, Michael, Jessica, Dillon, Dalton and Kellie.
Bob was always ready to lend a hand. His extensive knowledge of home and car repair was frequently tested by his friends and family who knew that he was always willing and ready to lend a hand during any emergency that seemed to spring up. You always knew that help was just a phone call away. Bob had a passion for classic cars, collecting classic watches, studying history and science, and model building. A devoted Grandfather, Bob moved to Londonderry, NH to be closer to many of his grandchildren. He was an important part of their lives every day, often sharing a meal and many laughs. He found happiness in bringing his restored hot rods to car shows with his son and fellow collector, Adam. His warm spirit, generous heart, and ability to tell a great story touched the lives of many, leaving an indelible mark on those who knew him.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to visit with Bob's family in the McLaughlin - Dello Russo Family Funeral Home, 60 Pleasant St., Woburn, MA on Wednesday, November 6th, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Barbara's Church, 138 Cambridge Rd, Woburn, MA on Thursday, November 7th, at 10 a.m., followed by interment at Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Bob's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital,501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105
Bob will be profoundly missed, but his legacy of love and compassion will live on in the hearts
of all who knew him.