COLONIE- Helen J. Collins, 87 of Colonie, NY passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2014 at St. Peter's Nursing and Rehabilitation Center following an illness. She was a salesperson for Macy's Department Store in Colonie Center for over 25 years and prior to, she was employed by the Grand Union for 15 years. Mrs. Collins earned her degree from the Mildred Elly Business School. She was a member of the Pine Grove Methodist Church in Colonie. Mrs. Collins and her husband enjoyed traveling to Florida and California, as well as various places overseas.
Mrs. Collins is survived by her beloved husband of 50 years, George B. Collins and her loving daughter Allison LaBate. She is also survived by her sister in law Patricia Wilson; her nephew Kevin (Lisa) Wilson; her niece Susan Abel; great nephew Danny Abel and her great niece Morgan Wilson.
Calling hours will be held from 4 to 6 PM on Sunday, January 19, 2014 at New Comer Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd. Colonie.
A funeral service will be held at 12:00 PM on Monday, January 20, 2014 at the funeral home.
Interment will be at St. Mary's Cemetery, Waterford.