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Jerome Francis
Collins
March 7, 2026 – March 7, 2026
Of Hamburg formerly of Lancaster NY, Beloved husband of 60 years to Natalie (Yankowski) Collins; proud and caring father of Michael (Maureen), Ann Marie (John) and Mary Ellen (David). He found great joy being a grandfather to Anthony, John, Isabella, Joseph, Ryan and Shannon. dear brother of the late Donald, Gregory, Dennis and David. 37 years as a teacher at Maryvale High School. A Coach for 50 years. He served his community as a Lancaster Trustee and church volunteer for 25 years. President of The Old Time Radio Club, Historian for Ring, Committee member for Maryvale Sports Hall of Fame, and The WNY Sports Hall of Fame. Jerry's legacy is one of love, faith, service, generosity and dedication to family. Visitation LOMBARDO FUNERALHOME 3060 Abbott Rd., Orchard Park on Friday (May 15) 3-7 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday (May 16) 1 pm at St. Bernadette's Church, 5930 S. Abbott Rd., Orchard Park (please assemble at Church)
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