Member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Hudson, Florida since 1994. Jeffrey C. Collins passed away at home on August 27, 2021 of Covid 19. Beloved husband of Marijulia Collins for 27 years. Jeff is survived by his adopted son Justin Kyle Collins-31, Cody Collins-24 and Lance Collins-21. He is also survived by both his parent Irene M. Collins & Charles R. Collins. Jeff is survived by his brother Jay Collins and his two nephews Kristopher Collins and Joseph Collins. Jeff moved from New York Long Island with his parents and brothers at the age of 12. Jeff graduated from Hudson High school and played baseball and football as a Cobra. Jeff attended High Point University in North Carolina and played College baseball as a pitcher. Eventually Jeff moved back to Florida and graduated St. Leo College with Honors in K-12 Physical Education. Jeff has been working as a PE teacher at CHES for the last 25 years. Jeff loved his family, his son’s, friends & co-workers. Jeff loved his music and still attended concerts regularly. He still played volleyball and with his son’s and friends. Jeff’s legacy was his warmth, happiness and love for his students, friends and family. Jeff was tireless with his love for music, friends, sports and having fun. He will be undeniably missed, by his family, friends, co-workers and his Chasco Elementary School students. Godspeed Jeff!
Liz Mcauliffe
September 5, 2021, 11:22 am
Julia, Sending sympathies & prayers to you and your family. I’m so sorry for your loss, 💜.
Carol Romanowski
September 5, 2021, 12:18 pm
Julia, we are so very sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. We are praying for you and the boys.
Del Rodenbaugh
September 5, 2021, 5:32 pm
Julie and family… Jeff will be missed by many. He had the greatest smile. Sending my prayers and support to you and the boys. Let your memories comfort you and know he is always with you.
Dave and Ellen Holeman
September 7, 2021, 1:38 pm
We are so sorry for your loss. Jeff was always such a happy and friendly person. We worked with him at Seven Springs Elementary for many years. We were shocked to hear the news.
We hope you can remember more of the good times than bad. We hope your friends and family can help during this trying time. God speed Jeff.
Sharon Works
September 8, 2021, 4:26 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. Jeff was a wonderful person, father and teacher. I worked with Jeff at Seven Springs Elementary School and was one of Justin’s elementary school teachers. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Linda Ledyard
September 8, 2021, 5:32 pm
Dear Julia
So sorry to hear about Jeff. I was shocked. Please if I can do anything call
386-688-4208
Kim and Roger Middleton
September 10, 2021, 1:56 am
This is still so hard to believe. Jeff was one of the best and always kept us laughing. Roger and I will deeply miss our Sunday meet ups with Jeff and the Chasco crew for beer, wings and football. His giant hat that he wore at work, his contagious laugh and always cracking jokes. Such a wonderful guy who will forever be missed.
God speed Jeff and fly high!
Kerry Iannone
September 10, 2021, 7:32 pm
Oh Julia, I’m so sorry for your loss. I just heard today of Jeff’s passing. What a loss for all of you… You and your boys are in my prayers.
Laura Miller
September 12, 2021, 6:02 pm
Julie and boys,
We are all still in disbelief and miss Jeff terribly at Chasco. Even our youngest students shared specific sweet memories. Three of my own are devastated, as they too have the best memories of Coach Collins from their years at CHES.
He was always fun and engaging and he cared enough to ask about my family regularly. I’ll miss the chats we’d have as I’d bring my students to the PE area. I already miss the thought of meeting up to cheer on our Bucs (as Kim said). My prayers and thoughts are with each of you, and of course Jeff’s brother, parents, nephews, and friends. May you find comfort in each other.
Laura & Dan Miller & family
Karen, Nick, Nikolaos, Alexander, and Demetri Koutsos
September 13, 2021, 12:21 pm
I am so sorry to hear this. We are morning the loss of my brother in law Leander to this same sick disease. My heart is already broken. I’m praying that Jesus will comfort your hearts and give you peace. I just don’t understand why God took two wonderful young men so soon. 💔
Love and prayers to you all.
Barb Konrad
September 13, 2021, 5:47 pm
Dear Julie & Family, I’ve tried to leave this message on more than one occasion. I just didn’t know what to say. My heart breaks for you and all of Jeff’s family and friends as well as my own heart. I knew Jeff from CHES. I have been there since day one 20 years ago and Jeff was a big part of my daily life while I was there. I retired in May, but my CHES family will always be my 2nd family as was Jeff. I will treasure my memories of all the conversations we have had through the years, working together (especially when I was asked to sub for PE), field days, etc. Jeff had a heart of gold for his students as well as his coworkers. It will certainly be hard to fill his large shoes on the PE field at CHES! This wonderful man will be missed by many! Know that my prayers for strength and peace are with you at this time and that God and your guardian angel will guide you through life. And know that our faith tells us of the hope of being together again someday. We know Jeff is in Heaven doing one sport or another with the realms of angels and has the biggest cheerleader ever as Jesus watches from the sideline! 🙏🏼 Love & blessings, Barb
Laurene Ann Grimaldi
November 8, 2021, 4:31 am
To Jeff’s parents, Irene & Chuck,. My name is Laurene Grimaldi. I lived in Beacon Woods from 1974 to 2008. I now live in Weeki Wachee. I attended Hudson high & graduated in 1978. I knew Irene from the school, & knew Chuck from the pool and clubhouse. I remember Jeff & Jay from when they were kids. I am so sorry to hear of Jeff’s passing. May God grant peace to all of the family. Sincerely,Laurene Ann Grimaldi.
Tammy Klarer
May 11, 2022, 9:58 am
I just found out about Jeff last night from my daughter while it to dinner. There are no words except shock. While my daughter’s Rachel & Rebecca attended CHES I was a long time volunteer and then became a substitute teacher. Jeff became a friend I talked to almost daily for 5 years, To Marijulia, also my daughter Rebecca’s Guidance Councilor at RRHS, I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in knowing that he will always be with you, watching over you in spirit. With Love & Prayers, Tammy Klarer