John Collins Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of John Collins of Elizaville, New York, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 15, 2026 at the age of 66. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Collins to pay them a last tribute.

As John departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though John may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy John leaves behind.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Hugo Dierkes and Dorothy Collins; his wife Melanie Collins (Curtis); his daughter Brittany Collins; his grandchildren, Keegan and Mylie Haemmerle; and his brothers, Ronnie Dierkes, Warren Dierkes and Donald VanAlstyne.