Eleanor B. (Sullivan) Collins
Eleanor B. (Sullivan) Collins, died at William B. Rice Eventide Home, Quincy, Monday, September 5, 2011. She was 91 years old. Born in Boston, she was a graduate of St. Peter’s Grammar School in Dorchester and Jeremiah Burke High School, Class of 1938. Mrs. Collins was a longtime employee of GTE. She resided in Milton for over 50 years and was a member of the Saint Agatha Church Couples Club. Beloved wife of the late Edward P. Collins, Sr. and the late John F. Barrett. Mother of Mary C. Lowney and her husband Richard of Weymouth, Theresa A. Collins and her husband Christopher Coughlan of Sausilito, CA, Francis X. Collins and his wife Mary Jane of Milton, Edward P. Collins Jr. and his wife Allyson Powell of Dighton, MA, Daniel J. Barrett and his wife Maureen Mullaney of Ashfield, MA, Louise C. Collins and Sean Connolly of Attleboro and the late Anne Barrett Rhodenbaugh. Grandmother of Justine M. Smith and her husband Jeff of Sunderland, MA. Also survived by several other grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Sister of Joseph G. Sullivan, Sr. of Milton and the late Mary L. Gannon. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Agatha Church, Milton, Thursday September 8 at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Avenue, MILTON, Wednesday 4-8 PM. Interment Milton Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Eleanor’s memory may be sent to Saint Agatha Church, 432 Adams St., Milton, MA 02186.
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My Sister, Jane Schomburg, is a resident at Eventide….She and Eleanor shared a table at lunch..my sister has some problems eating, and Eleanor was so tolerant and patient with her. Eleanor came to the humble table dressed to the nines…the perfect lady, with such a charming manner. She never complained, and even told me about raising a second family, and how well they all turned out. I will miss her. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Lorraine Pagliaro 665 Washington st. Weymouth,ma
Just heard the sad news. Eleanor was a very special lady. I remember years ago when you came to visit the trunk was packed for everything possible, from swim to snow suits. She was prepared for anything. She was remarkable. So sorry we weren’t able to attend the service and see everyone. Take care,