Family, Friends and Colleagues – it is with the heaviest heart that we announce the passing of our brother Mark Ellis Collins after his 2 1/2 year battle with lung cancer. Mark passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday May 8, 2025. We are extremely sadden by this loss and will miss his positive attitude, his quirky personality but most importantly his presence here on earth. We are relieved to know that he is no longer suffering or living each day in pain.
Mark did have 2 wishes before his passing, one to be cremated and two to have a Celebration of Life in his memory. I asked Mark if he wanted a funeral and his exact words were ‘nahhh I don’t need any of that fancy stuff, just throw me a celebration of life so all my friends and family can hangout with me one last time.’
We would like to plan a gathering for Sunday June 22nd at the Hilton Garden Inn between 1pm – 4pm. Donations will be used to purchase his urn, centerpieces, memorial board, memorial pieces, floral arrangements, venue rental, catering and drinks. All are welcome to join and please feel free to share your most memorable moments about Mark while in attendance.
Sunday June 22, 2025 1pm – 4pm
Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix North Happy Valley
1940 W Pinnacle Peak Road
Phoenix, AZ 85027