Paul J. Collins Jr., 75, of Ray, Michigan, passed away suddenly in the comfort of his own home surrounded by his family on Friday, June 11, 2021.
Paul is survived by his wife of 50 years Diane, children Paul J. Collins III (Sarah), Kathy Niemi (Eric), Debbie McDowell (Michael), and Mandy Goodloe (Dave), sister Candice, loving grandchildren Michael, Kaitlyn (Anthony), Lindsay, Brittany, Madisyn, Avery, David, Luke, and soon-to-be great-granddaughter. Paul was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to everyone.
Paul loved playing games, boating, and spending time with family and friends. He was a champion swimmer at Utica High School and a lifeguard at Metro Beach. He worked as a millwright for Local 1102, a volunteer firefighter for Bruce Township, and was a skilled upholsterer and handyman.
No services will be held, but donations can be made in his memory to The Samaritan House at https://tinyurl.com/wystasnn.
