Oct 25, 2012

Bruce C. Collins, 59, of Carmichaels, formerly of Mt. Lebanon, died Tuesday, October 23, 2012, in Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, W.Va., of injuries sustained in an auto accident near Carmichaels earlier in the day. Mr. Collins was born September 20, 1953, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Phillip and Vivian Collins. He had previously worked as a welder for Coleman-Standard Co., Butler. Mr. Collins is survived by his companion of 33 years, Karen Hast; two sons, Craig P. Collins and Ryan Hast; four nephews, Jamie, Jesse, Joshua and Jacob Boykin; a niece, Maggie Boykin; a brother-in-law, Father James Hast; and two lifelong friends, George and Chrissy Boykin. His twin brother, Craig Collins, is deceased. No services are planned at this time. The family thanks everyone for their thoughts and prayers. Arrangements are under the direction of Lesako Funeral Home Inc., 204 Dowlin Avenue, Carmichaels, PA 15320, 724-966-5100, Paul M. Lesako, owner, funeral director and supervisor. View the obituary at www.lesakofuneralhomeinc.com.