Kenneth Collins, 88, of Pittston, passed away at home Wednesday, July 22, 2020.
Born in Moosic on August 18, 1931, he was the son of the late William and Elizabeth Burnside Collins.
Kenneth attended Taylor schools and served in the US Army during the Korean War. He was a woodworker having worked for Frank’s Custom Cabinetry.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Amanda Collins.
Surviving are his wife of 68 years Isabel Shotwell Collins; sons, Ken Collins Jr. and his wife Donna, and Gary Collins and his wife Dorothy, all of Pittston; grandchildren, Nadine Garrison and her husband Carl, Kenneth Collins III and his wife Barb; Edward Collins and his wife Lynn; Gary Collins Jr. and his wife Jenn; and Robbie Collins and his wife Amiee; great-grandchildren, Jenna, Lyam, Levi, Paislee
and Asher.
The family will receive friends and relatives Sunday, August 2, 2020, from 11am-1pm in Adonizio Funeral Home, LLC, 251 William Street, Pittston, following the CDC Guidelines.Face masks are required and social distancing must be followed.
Well unc, I guess it'll be a while till I get to see you again... I can't wait either to hear those jokes. Always with the jokes. Aunt Bell sorry he's gone. Were all here if you need anything. Kristen and Jess.
My Deepest Sympathy to the Collins family. Christmas Eve will not be the same without Mr. C ! One of the sweetest and funniest man I ever knew. He always told a great story and gave you the best laugh! May you Rest in Peace 🙏🙏
To Gary, Dorothy and family,
I 'am very sorry for your loss.
May God bless your father's soul.
John M. Fagotti
Pittston Township