Michael Charles Collins

Sharing Michael’s Story…. Michael Charles Collins peacefully passed away at the age of thirty-nine (39) on Monday, January 11, 2021. Michael, born to Gary and Ruby Collins took his first breath on December 9, 1981 and was the youngest of four sons. Michael was affectionately called “Mike and Fat Boy”, by his older brothers, but was also known as Bunk, Big Mike, Collins, and Fat Cat. Mike was educated in the Somerset and Worcester County public schools. He loved sports, especially football and participated in “Varsity Football” at Snow Hill High School (#34 & #11) during the 97-98 school year. He was one of the fortunate players to get a spot in the brief football scene of the 1999 movie “Runaway Bride” (player #57). His Christian journey started at a young age at the Salisbury Revival Center currently known as the Cathedral of Restoration now under the Pastorship of Andre’ Jordan, Sr. Mike loved Pastor Jordan and spoke of him often. He personally considered him as a great spiritual mentor. Mike never forgot his upbringing and continued to exercise his faith in God. As a small child, he memorized John 14:1-4 and it became his favorite scripture. On October 30, 2009, a motorcycle accident left Mike in a coma and with a brain injury. The coma left him with amnesia for weeks. It was anticipated that he would never talk or walk again, but Mercy said NO. The grace of God said NO. God sent him back to us. Goodness and Mercy followed him for the rest of his life. Mike was given more time on this earth. Mike was a walking miracle who would repeatedly say “I am so blessed.” He loved his church family and wanted to be there whenever needed. Mike always had a big heart and devoted most of his time exercising his love for others. His nephews and nieces meant more to him than words can describe. He loved helping anyone in need and giving back to his community whenever he could. Mike (Fat Cat) was also an active, devoted, honored member of the “ThunderGuards Motorcycle Club.” Although his good deeds and accomplishments kept him busy, he always made time for family. Loving to grill, he would plan the immediate family only events but somehow, he would get the neighbors invited too. Mike leaves to cherish precious memories of his life: his parents, Gary and Ruby Collins of Pocomoke MD; his godfather, Charles (Julia) Townsend of Brockton, MA; three brothers, Gary (Crystal), Collins, Jr., Antonio (Kasha) Collins, Sr. and Marcus (Cavatina) Collins, Sr.; an adopted brother, DeWayne Ballard; two god sisters, Rachelle and Andrea Hankerson; the love of his life, Jessica Dembroski; three god daughters, Mikaylah Jackson, Mariah Smith and Ma’leah Jones; one god son, William Parker, Jr.; two very special aunts, Missionary Ruth Townsend-Blake, whom he would call often to talk about the goodness of the Lord and Angel Savage-Price, who was a second mother to him and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his grandparents and an uncle. Michael “Mike / Fat Cat” will be greatly missed, But never forgotten by his family and friends. LOVINGLY SUBMITTED – THE FAMILY

Michael Charles Collins

December 9, 1981 - January 11, 2021