Michael Collins
October 17, 2009
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Michael Joseph Collins, 65, lost his courageous battle with cancer in the loving arms of his wife Sue surrounded by family and friends on October 17, 2009. Mike was born on September 7, 1944 to Leo and Rita Collins in Fort Dodge, Iowa.
He is survived by his wife Sue, his son Devin, son Brad (Erin), son Craig (Andrea), daughter Stacy, 6 grandchildren, sister Patricia Stuart (Jim), and numerous nieces and nephews.
Some incredible people were involved in Mike's fight. Thank you to Steve Taylor, Tom Buroker, nursing staff Powell 4, nursing staff Powell 3 especially Sam, Esther, John, Kelly and little Jenny. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Powell 3, and Norwalk High School Athletic Department.
Visitation will be from 5-7 P.M. Tuesday evening at St. John's Catholic Church in Norwalk where there will be an 11 A.M memorial service on Wednesday morning.
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Dan and Renee Johnson
10/29/2009
To the entire Collins family,
We are so saddened to hear about Mike's passing. We were both students of his in Missouri Valley back in the 70's and so loved having him as a teacher, coach and friend. We laugh still that Dan was given "the paddle" by Mr. Collins for acting up in class. (It was much deserved!) We both became such dear friends with Mr. Collins and his family that we once stayed with the children while their parents went on a trip to St. Louis. Coach Collins was such an incredible mentor to Dan and everyone on the team. I can't imagine how many stories there are out there about him having touched people's lives.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dan and Renee Johnson
El Dorado Hills CA
Jeannie
10/23/2009
Dear Sue and Family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you at this time.I was saddened
when I heard of mike's passing.
Deb told me aboout this and I just could not bring myself to believe
that it was really true.
Sue,you and mike were truely the dearest friends I know.
He was a Great man and I will always keep a special place in my heart
for him.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers.Remember that God loves you and
He will heal your broken heart with time.
Jeannie
Fritz Noren
10/22/2009
Family of Mike Collins,
My deepest sympathy for you during this time of Mike's passing. I spent the better part of four summers with Mike playing baseball in Missouri Valley. He was passionate about his role as an educator and coach. He was a mentor, leader, and friend for many young men on the ballfield. My Prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Fritz Noren
Missouri Valley Class of 1982
Joe Shanks
10/20/2009
I want to express my sincere sympathy to you and your family when I heard Mike had passed away. He was a graduate of St. Edmond and we visited about his days as a student here when he was working for Stover Photography last spring.
My thoughts and prayers are with y your family at this time.
Joe Shanks
Atheltic Director
St. Edmond High School
Martha Winther
10/20/2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time. Mr. Collins was tough on his students, but also had a robust sense of humor. I remember the whole class bursting out in laughter on several occasions. He will be missed, but I hope your fond memories of him will offer you some peace and comfort in the future.
Missouri Valley High, Class of 1985
Martha Winther, Seattle, WA
Tim Barnes
10/20/2009
Sorry to hear of Mike's passing. My prayers go out to the family.
Mike was a High School teacher/coach of mine and my siblings in Missouri Valley.
Sincerely,
Tim Barnes
Doane Baber
10/20/2009
Dear Sue,
It is with deep sadness I learn of your loss. I too am a Missouri Valley High School student of Mr. Collins. Many of my fondest memories of school are tied to Mr. Collins. He was my coach and teacher. He gave me a passion for reading Tolkens, he encouraged me on the playing field like a father. He was tough, he was fun and he had compassion for those around him. The love he had for his job and his students was palpable.
May God Bless you and your family. There is comfort in knowing that he is with God and no longer in pain. One day, all will be at the table together with Him.
Sincerely,
Doane Baber - Class of 1985
Rebecca Siebert Baber - Class of 1987
Tim Cherry, Class of 1985
10/20/2009
To Mr Collins family. We as his students have the greatest respect for Mike.
Not only was he a true teacher but a true friend to his students.
If ever there were a more deserving person to be proud of, I can say it was an honor to know such a person. Our thoughts will be with the family of Mike Collins. We wish to offer the family of Mr Collins what he gave us. Respect, Honor, and diginity is what we can say we learned from a great man.
To his family they have our best wished. God Bless you...
Scott Ford
10/20/2009
Mike was truly a gift to those of us he touched throughout his teaching and coaching career. I know that he made me a better person just by knowing him.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family thru this tough time.
Class of 1983
John Barnes
10/20/2009
TO: The Family of Mike Collins
I was very saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Mike had such a powerful impact on so many lives over the years... and one of those lives was mine. When Mike (or I should say Mr. Collins) was an English teacher at Missouri Valley High School I was fortunate to be a student in a number of his classes. He gave me an appreciation for English, literature and writing that I carry to this day. I am very grateful for having known him and having learned from him.
Please know that Mike and his family are in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days.
Sincerely,
John
John D. Barnes
Kay Longmeyer Hinkel
10/20/2009
To the entire family,
I too had Mr. Collins during my high school years at Missouri Valley. He gave me my one and only detention and then only made me bring chocolate donuts for breakfast which he and I shared in the commons before school. Guess it really wasnt a detention after all. He was a tough teacher but he was always one of my favorite.
My thoughts and prayers to his whole family and all his friends. God Bless.
Kay "Longmeyer" Hinkel
Class of 1985
MVHS
Duane Stowell
10/20/2009
My condolences to the family in your time of loss, Mike and I spent a lot of time coaching together (Baseball, Football) back in the Mo. Valley days of the 1980's.
Jeannie
10/19/2009
My deepest sympathy goes out to you at this a very sad time.
I was saddened to hear the news of the passing of a very great friend.
He will always have a special place in my heart. Mike was a great person
to work for and he will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
God has away of mending our broken hearts,so trust in Him.
Jeannie
Cathy "Emmons" Holthe
10/19/2009
Sue and family,
So sorry to hear about Mr. Collin's passing. I had him for a teacher my senior year at Missouri Valley. I always enjoyed his class! He was a fun and energetic teacher. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cathy "Emmons" Holthe
Class of 1985