Michael J. Collins Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Michael J. Collins of Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Michael, born on September 28, 1952, passed away on June 19, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Michael J. Collins to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Collins and Jane Barscz Collins of Joseph's High School; and his sister Debbie Kurtyka (John). He is survived by: his children, Jason Collins (Carrie Gangell), Douglas Collins (Beckie) and Jena Rodriguez (Ralph); his grandchildren, Douglas Jr., Edriana Collins, Annalisia and Kade Rodriguez; his girlfriend Linda Kavey; his girlfriend's daughters, Alisha Zink-Kavey (Rachel) and Kate Davis (Randy); and his siblings, John Collins (Darlene), Richard Tarbell, Melissa Collins LaPierre, Marie Collins Tchorz and Sharon Collins Newton (Forrest). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
To all of his friends and family who would like to join us in honoring a life well-lived, please RSVP to John Collns at jdcollns@roadrunner. com.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Michael's memory to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute or Soldier On, in care of Dwyer Funeral Home.
