Timothy F. Collins, Sr., 68, of Clifford Township, PA, died Monday, April 15, 2019 at home. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, the former Carol Ann Lukasevic. Born October 8, 1950 in Carbondale, PA, he was the son of the late William and Helen Campbell Collins. Tim was a 1968 graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School, Carbondale, and was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps having served two years during the Vietnam War. He was employed his entire career as a railroader with the Delaware and Hudson Railroad and retired from Canadian Pacific Railway as a locomotive engineer. After his retirement, he enjoyed volunteering his time at The Retreat at White Birch, Simpson, PA. Tim was very proud of his Irish heritage and enjoyed his trips to Ireland, especially to Blarney Castle. The family would like to extend special thanks to the Clifford Volunteer Fire Company and Ambulance Corps for all of their support during Tim's recent illness. He is survived by four children: Kimberly Congdon and husband, Greg of Clifford Township, PA., Connie Dollak and husband, George of Philadelphia, PA, Colleen Collins of Philadelphia, PA and Timothy F. Collins, Jr., of Manhattan Beach, CA; four grandchildren: Casey Congdon, George, Alex and Walter Dollak; a brother: James Collins, Sr. of South Carolina; several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by a sister: Ann McHale; and two brothers: John and William Collins. As per Tim's request, private funeral services were held. Arrangements were entrusted to Shifler-Parise Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Clifford, PA. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations sent in Tim's name to assist our veterans. They can be sent directly to the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center, Voluntary Service Office (01/10), 1111 East End Blvd. Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711. or online at www.wilkes-barre.va.gov/giving