Robert Witherbee Collins

Mr. Robert W. Collins, 85, of Hopedale MA and North Port FL and originally from Canton NY, died peacefully Thursday (October 22, 2026) at his residence in Hopedale MA. He was the beloved husband of Allyson C. (Fellows) Collins.

Robert was born in Ogdensburg NY, the son of the late Charles M. Collins and the late Lucille L. (LaRock) Collins. He was a graduate of the Hugh C. Williams High School in Canton NY and had attained his associates degree from the Canton College of Technology located in Canton NY. He also attained his bachelor’s degree from the Rochester Institute of Technology located in Rochester NY.

Robert was a proud veteran having served in the US Navy.

Following his tour of duty in the US Navy he began his career working as a psychologist at the NY State Psychiatric Facility located in Ogdensburg NY, where he worked for over 30 years.

Robert was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing & camping and was a proud member of the Stillwater Hunting Club located in Clare NY. He also loved to play cribbage and took up woodcarving as a hobby later in life.

Along with his beloved wife of 23 years, he is survived by his 2 children: Rebecca Williamson and her longtime partner in life Michael DeBruin of Bedford MA and Darren Collins and his wife Deborah of Tyngsboro MA; his 3 stepchildren: Meghan Jackson of Medfield MA, Brendan Casey of Santa Fe NM and Donal Casey of Dover DE; his 4 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Robert was the grandfather of the late Nicholas Williamson of Bedford MA and the brother of the late Sally Hollister of Morristown NY and North Port FL.

In accordance with his wishes cremation will take place. A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday (November 3rd) at 11:00am at the United Church of Christ, 496 Main Street, Medfield MA. There are no funeral home visiting hours. Robert will be laid to rest in Evergreen Cemetery in Canton NY on a date to be determined.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The American Heart Association, 93 Worcester Street, Wellesley MA 02481.