It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carl Collins, age 75 years, on May 28, 2017 at his own home in Hare Bay, NL after a short and courageous battle with cancer.

Predeceased by his beloved wife, Sylvia (Wilkins), father, Frederick Collins, sisters and brother, Irene, Maryann, and Cecil Collins, son-in-law, Matthew Robert, and grandson, Jonathan Goudie.

Leaving to mourn are his daughters: Sandra Clarke (Frank), Dawn Goudie (Lorne), Sharon Forester-Bennett (Anthony), and Beverly Chard (Todd), six granddaughters: Natasha (Graham), Jennifer (Andrew), Jasmine (Alex), Jessica, Ruth, and Katie, two great grandsons: William and Charles, and a large circle of family and friends.

Dad had a passion for spending time in the outdoors. Particularly, he enjoyed hunting (moose and small game), berry picking, trouting, and spending 'time in the woods.'

He also had a great love for the local church and dedicated many volunteer hours at Hare Bay Pentecostal Church.

Visitation will be at Hare Bay Pentecostal Church on Tuesday, May 30, 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm and Wednesday, May 31, 7-9 pm. Funeral service will be at Hare Bay Pentecostal Church on Thursday, June 01 at 2 pm. Committal service to follow at Hare Bay Pentecostal Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Atlantic Hope Women's Centre, Teen Challenge Newfoundland and Labrador.