Kenneth F. Collins, Sr., age 84, of Upper Darby, PA, passed away on June 26, 2013.
Born in Rochester, NY to the late Frederick and Gertrude (nee Tubbs) Colllins, he proudly served in the Army. Ken was a certified executive chef and was a member of the Delaware Valley Chef's Association. He loved his family, especially his children and grandchildren. Ken enjoyed photography.
Ken is survived by his loving children Kenneth F. Collins, Jr. (Jyl Lawler) and Kelly Collins, his grandchildren Hailey Marie and Ryan Delia Collins. Also survived by his siblings Kathleen Enright, Frederick Collins, Evelyn Diaz, Marlene Ciulla and Maureen Smith. Ken was predeceased by his son Kevin Collins.
Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing, Sunday, June 30, 2013 6:00-8:00 PM and Monday, July 1, 2013 8:30-9:30 AM The Donohue Funeral Home, 8401 West Chester Pike (cor. Lynn Blvd.), Upper Darby, PA (610) 449-0300 followed by his Funeral Mass 10:00 AM St. Laurence Church, 8245 West Chester Pike, Upper Darby. Interment Private.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ken's memory to The Employee Fund at The Wayne Center, 30 West Wayne Ave., Wayne, PA 19087 would be appreciated.
Visitation
Monday, July 1, 2013 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
The Donohue Funeral Home
3300 West Chester Pike Newtown Square 19073, United States