Obituary of Jeremiah P. Collins Jr.
Jeremiah “Jerry” Patrick Collins Jr., age 95, of Brooklyn, NY and Remsenburg, NY passed away Sunday, May 25, 2025. Jerry was born on November 8, 1929, in Brooklyn, NY to the late Jeremiah and Julia (Regan). He was predeceased by his brother John Collins and his sister Margaret Collins Shanks. He graduated from St. Leonard High School in Brooklyn. After graduation he proudly served his country in the United States Army 2nd Infantry Division both in Fort Lewis, Washington and Fort Dix, New Jersey. Following his discharge Jerry joined the New York City Police Department where he was a proud officer for over 30 years. Upon retirement Jerry joined Saloman Brothers Inc. in their security department.
Jerry married the love of his life, Sarah (Sally) Scullion on September 16, 1950. For the past 75 years, they shared a love like no other and a lifetime of cherished memories, becoming one. Jerry leaves behind his loving wife and children, Jeremiah Collins III (Suzanne) of East Quogue N.Y., Alison Guerin (Gary) of Brooklyn, N.Y. and Nancy Csorba (Michael) of Westfield N.J. He also leaves a lasting legacy through his grandchildren, Matthew Collins (Kristen), Tracy Malone (Brendan), Patrick Guerin (Adriana), Michael Guerin, Julia, James and Steven Csorba, along with four great-grandchildren, Matty and Danny Collins, Emily and Thomas Malone, and his late grand-dog Rudy. They all brought him immense joy and pride throughout his life.
Jerry’s greatest joy was spending time with his family. He cherished gathering around the dinner table with a nice cold beer and sharing stories, and took every possible occasion to be present supporting his family. He could be known for riding his John Deere mower, making sure every blade of grass was even, or multitasking watching football all weekend and playing a rigorous game of solitaire on his iPAD.
Jerry’s warmth and kindness, along with his contagious laugh, created a home filled with love. His unwavering dedication to his family was evident in every gesture, big or small, and his legacy of love and togetherness will be cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Reposing on Thursday, May 29 from 2:00 - 7:00 PM at Marine Park Funeral Home, 3024 Quentin Road, Brooklyn, NY 11234.
Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:30 AM on Friday, May 30 at Saint Bernard of Clairvaux Parish, 2055 East 69th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11234.
Burial will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at St. Charles Cemetery, 2015 Wellwood Avenue, Farmingdale, NY 11735. Procession to from and depart Marine Park Funeral Home at 10:30 AM to the cemetery. Our anticipated arrival at the cemetery is 11:30 – 11:45 AM. If you wish to meet the funeral at the cemetery, please utilize the main entrance and wait at the office to follow the funeral to the graveside.
Donations in Jerry’s name can be made to the following charities:
American Brain Foundation @americanbrainfoundation.org
East End Hospice @ eeh.org
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