Richard John Collins

Rick is survived by his wife and soulmate for over 51 years, Anne, as well as his parents, Red and Eleanor. Rick is also survived by his siblings Randy (Grace), Ronnie, Mary (Reg) and Mark (Anna). Rick was very close with Anne's family as well as numerous nieces and nephews and will be fondly remembered by all. Rick spent many decades organizing and playing hockey and golf, developing strong lifelong friendships along the way. Rick's kind and generous nature allowed him to make friends easily and was always the first to lend a helping hand.

Rick developed serious lung issues in his later years and in typical Rick fashion, faced the situation head on. Rick received a double lung transplant Christmas Day 2021 and was back home in an unheard of 9 days. Despite many health setbacks during the past 2 years Rick was always a fighter, and continued to do so until the very end.

Rick will be sadly missed by all that knew and loved him.

Visitation will be held at the COURTICE FUNERAL CHAPEL, 1587 Highway #2, Courtice (905-432-8484) on March 13th, from 12:00 p.m. until time of Memorial Service in our Chapel at 1:30 p.m. Reception to follow. Family and friends are kindly invited to attend.

In lieu of flowers donations to the Ability Centre in Whitby would be appreciated.

Online condolences may be placed at www.courticefuneralchapel.com.