Brian COLLINS Obituary

Thank You B.C. for your friendship and kindness.

So sad to have heard this news, Sandra and Belinda and family of Brian. Although we didn´t see each other very often it was always always so special to be with you Brian. You will be missed by everyone who knew you. Chris Marx (Canada)

Warmest sympathy to Sandra & Brian's family - he was a lovely man who made a very positive contribution to New Zealand racing and will be very much missed by all who knew him.

My deepest sympathies to Sandra, Belinda and all the wider family.
It was a pleasure to have known you BeeCee.
I loved popping in to see both you and Sandra and loved talked horses in your office.

Dear Sandra, Terry & I are shocked to hear of BC´s passing. We have such wonderful memories of so many wonderful fun times with you both. Deepest sympathy to you and Brian´s family. Love Robyn & Terry O´Sullivan.

Sending love and and sympathy to Sandra and family at this very sad time. RIP BC. We will all miss your smiling face at race meetings and around the traps.
Jan Skinner and team at AJC.

Brian , Sandra and family. My condolences to this unexpected early passing of you Brian. Thank you for the happy and laughable memories of horse racing and fine dining. We certainly had plenty of laughs together which I cherish. Keep on winning Brian and rest peacefully. All the regards James Pere ( Hatman )

Sincere condolences from the Bradford family.
Brian's warmth and humour will be greatly missed.

Our deepest sympathy to Sandra, Belinda and Families
A true Gentleman whom will be sadly missed
Barry & Katrina Purdon

Sandra, very sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you at this time. Always remember you both. Ron & Sherryl Sadler

we are all saddened in canada to hear of Brian passing.. the last of the boys in the family.. those that were able to visit you and Sandra are all thankful to have enjoyed your company and conversations.. Rest in peace Uncle Brian.
Curtis and Arlene

Condolences to you Belinda and all your family so sad to hear of the passing of your Dad he was a great man and you had an incredible bond. He use to put up with us rowdys in the young days and always had a smile to welcome us all. All my love xx Kylee

Rest in peace bc god bless regards marcus corban

We are greatly saddened to hear of your sudden passing BeeCee. Our deepest sympathies to you Sandra and to Belinda and your families. Our love and thoughts are with you at this tough time.
We certainly have some wonderful memories of horses, food, wine, song and laughter.
With love to you all, Michelle and Steve xxx

Our deepest sympathy to Sandra, Belinda and family. We are saddened to hear of the passing of our dear friend Brian of over 50 years. We have our wonderful memories. Sending our love and big hugs..The whole Erceg family from Whangarei. Lynda Valerie, Wayne, Dianne and Bronwyn.

Sorry to here of your sad loss. Great memories of when we flated together (the good old days) . RSP Mate.

Collins, Brian Arthur.
Dear baby brother of the Collins family, born 23rd October 1950.
We are feeling the sudden loss, and sadness of attending the future family gatherings without you.
But we will also have lots of fond memories and a few laughs at your expense as we celebrate your life.
Thanks for the memories,
Love Gayle & Family.

Very sad to hear the news. Love to you all, thinking of you.

Uncle Brian.....
We are heartbroken to hear the news of your sudden passing.
There will be a big hole left in everyone's life with the loss of this lovely man.
I was lucky to have the pleasure of calling you Uncle Brian, and you were much loved by all the family.
Big love to Sandra and Belinda as they navigate this difficult time. xx
love from Tracey and the boys, Ben & Oliver.

A real gentleman who will be sadly missed
Condolences to Sandra and family

We are so saddened to hear of Brian's passing. Our friendship goes back to early 1970's my family will hold those precious memories of some wonderful times we all spent together growing up as teenagers and adults, such fun we all had. Our love and thoughts go out to you Sandra and Brian's family..Lynda O'Riley (nee Erceg) Valerie and Butch Irwin and all our siblings and partners.

We'll miss you on a Thursday night mate, gone far too soon. Rest well

Brian you were a true Gentleman. Thanks for the many memories. Rest in peace Brian. Much love to Sandra and Belinda, and family.
Terry, Lisa, and family xxx

COLLINS, Brian Arthur. Loved brother of Joy, and uncle of Wendy, Debbie, Jillian, Louise, Wiremu, and the late Rachael. Loved by all.