Clarence "Clare" Collins

Clarence Collins at the age of 90 years, passed away peacfully at Langley Memorial Hospital on January 28, 2008. He will be sadly missed by his son Gary, (Darlene), grandaughters Shannon (Ron) and Diana, great grandchildren Kylea, Brexton and Daisha. Predeceased by his wife, Amelia Collins. A celebration of Clare's life will be at Hendersons Funeral Home, Friday February 1, 2008.

      Clarence Elmer Collins was known as many things to many people. He was a loved one, a friend, and someone special. To family and friends who knew him best, Clare will be remembered as an outstanding individual.

       He was the son of Jabez and Lillian Collins. Clare grew up in Brandon Manitoba.

       He had one brother Ernie and two sisters Kathleen and Marjorie.

      Clare was an active child who took part in baseball and was a very good swimmer. However, to Clare, the most fun to be had was simply playing and spending time with his friends.

     Clare was blessed with one son. Another blessing for Clare was the gift of two grandchildren, Shannon and Diana, and three great grandchildren, Kylea, Brexton and Daisha.

      Fortunately, Clare enjoyed what he did for a living. Showing a strong work ethic, Clare worked diligently and did his best to succeed in his career. His primary occupation was a foreman at Carling Breweries in Vancouver where he was employed for 33 years. Clare always sought to be a team player, doing what was necessary in order to get the job done.

       He was in the Navy in Nova Scotia, doing shore patrol. His fellow soldiers viewed him as a brother in arms and knew that he was as much a part of their family as their loved ones back home.

      Simply stated, Clare was a good and kind person, an individual who will for all time be remembered by his family and friends as being a caring and giving person, someone who was a vital part of their lives. Clare leaves behind him a legacy of life-long friendships and many cherished memories. Everyone whose life he touched will always remember Clarence Elmer Collins.