Richard K. Collins _ Class of 1951


Richard K. Collins, 84, of Medford, NJ, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2017, at home.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, Richard resided in Medford most of his life. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran who served during the Korean War. Richard worked for RCA in Deptford, NJ, before moving on to become the advertising manager for Subaru of America in Cherry Hill, NJ. He was a parishioner at St. Mary of the Lakes R.C. Church in Medford, and a member of the Medford Lakes Country Club.

Father of the late Timothy R. Collins; he is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Arlene (nee Lewis) Collins; his sister, Carole Vaughan; numerous nieces and nephews and extended family members.

Relatives and friends may greet the family on Tuesday, September 12, 2017, from 10-11AM, at St. Mary of the Lakes R.C. Church, 40 Jackson Rd., Medford, NJ. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, at 11AM, at the church.

Interment will follow in Jesus Bread of Life Cemetery, Mt. Laurel, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Richard's memory to Deborah Heart and Lung Foundation, 200 Trenton Rd., Browns Mills, NJ 08015.