The death has occurred of Martin (Mart) Collins, Ballybrit, Galway
It is with deep sadness that Martin’s family share the news of his peaceful death following a short illness in the wonderful care of ICU at Galway University Hospital on Monday, April 14, 2025. Predeceased by his parents Frank and Winnie and his sister Sandra,
Deeply mourned by his partner Debra and by his much-loved daughter Jacinta, step-children Lisa and James, step-grandchildren Conrad and Robyn, brothers and sisters Ambrose, Frankie, Johnny and Patsy, Noreen, Josephine and Rosie. Martin will always be fondly remembered by his many nieces and nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.
May he be reunited with all his loved ones
Rest in peace
Funeral Arrangements
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - Martin will Repose at ‘Áras Naofa’ within the grounds of the Church of St. Oliver Plunkett, Renmore (H91 PX95) from 5.30 p.m. Private Removal to his home at 7.00 p.m.
Holy Thursday Funeral Service, April 17, 2025. The Holy Thursday Funeral Service will be celebrated for Martin without the distribution of communion, on arrival at 1.30 p.m. at St. Columba’s Church, Castlegar (H91E4C9). Following this Service, Martin (Mart) will be laid to rest in Lisheen cemetery, Ballybrit.
Live streaming link; https://churchmedia.tv/st-columba
Memorial Donations If you would like to make a donation in memory of Martin (Mart) please consider giving to the ICU Patient Comfort Fund, Galway University Hospital (Online link not available) and/or the Galway Hospice: Link https://galwayhospice.ie/donate/
Book of Condolence; To leave a message for Debra and the Collins family, please find the online book of condolence below. Thank you for your thoughtfulness at this time.
