William F. Collins. 81 Years.  Passed into eternal life of January 12, 2016, surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of 60 years to Betty nee Edwards.  Loving father of Linda (late Charles) Bruen, Julie (Bill) Sujak, Kathy O’Marrah, Sean C.F.D. (Anja), Debbie (Rich) La Page. Cherished grandfather of 9.  Great grandfather of 4. Dearest son of the late Allen (late Madeline) Collins. Preceded in death by his brothers Allen,Hugh and Ron. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Lifelong Canaryville resident.  Retired City of Chicago - Department of Water and Sewers. Past Grand Knight of Madonna Knights of Columbus Council No. 1135.  Proud member of the Stock Yards Kilty Band. Supporter of the Canaryville Veterans Association and the Canaryville Veteran Riders Association. Lifelong parishioner and supporter of St. Gabriel Church. Bill will be sorely missed by his many friends and neighbors. Funeral services 9:00 a.m., Saturday, January 16, 2016, from the Thomas McInerney’s Sons Funeral Home, 4635 South Wallace St., Chicago, IL to St. Gabriel Church.  Mass of the Resurrection 10:00 a.m. Fr. Thomas Griffin officiating. Visitation Friday January 15, 2016, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m..  Interment: St. Mary Cemetery.