Virginia B. Collins, 95 of Heath Village died Wednesday January 6th at Overlook Medical Center in Summit, NJ.
Born in Hope Township, NJ in her parents’ home she is a daughter of the late Oliver S. and Viola M. (Shotwell) Brugler. Virginia lived in Mount Olive Township before moving to Heath Village 3 years ago.
A graduate of Drexel University in Philadelphia, Virginia was a 5th grade teacher in the Hackettstown Middle School before retiring in 1984. She had been a member of the Drakestown United Methodist Church, Hackettstown, NJ
In addition to her parents she is predeceased by her husband, Stewart and a daughter, Kathryn Collins.
She is survived by sons, Alan Collins and his wife Denise, David Collins, Daughter, Sue Low, grandchildren, Keith Low and Lorene Collins, step-grandchildren, Brian Smith and David Kreush.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday January 9th at 11 am at the Cochran Funeral Home 905 High Street Hackettstown, NJ, with Pastor John Callanan of the Drakestown United Methodist Church presiding.
Interment will follow in the family plot in Hainesburg Cemetery.
In Lieu of flowers donations in her memory to the Disabled American Veterans would be appreciated.
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Kathaleen says
January 8, 2021 at 5:27 pmDear Collins family,
Your mom was a transformative teacher for me. I went on to be a 5th grade teacher. What I most remember is that she was quiet and kind. You could tell her anything and she would not judge you. She would give you advice that was kind and gentle, heading you in the right direction. Mrs. Collins was mentioned yearly in my classes as someone I admired, and one of the the reasons I chose to be a teacher. I love the picture you chose to post of her.
Every kind of peace to you, and gratitude for your mom.
Kathaleen Iacampo Thompson
Liz Iacampo says
January 9, 2021 at 8:25 pmShe was one of my very favorite teachers, all those years ago. I remember always thinking that she was so beautiful and gentle and kind. My condolences to her family for their loss. Please know she has always, and will continue to be, thought of fondly and with affection. Godspeed to her.
Henry A. Jewell says
January 10, 2021 at 3:11 amMy condolences to the Collins family. Henry A. Jewell
Blake Kehler says
January 15, 2021 at 11:41 pmDear Collins Family,
Your mother was one of my teachers in the fifth grade. I remember her very fondly. While I’m saddened by her passing, I’m glad to see she lived a long life. My sincere condolences to your family.
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