Died: 6th March 2026

Passed away peacefully with his family by his side at home, on Friday March 6, 2026.

Loved husband of Rosemary.

Loved dad of Nikki and Chris Boyce, Mark and Tenneille.

Friend to Matt and Katrina Brasier, Helen and Harley Stewart.

Loved grandad to Dannika, Cooper, Ben, Luke, Calliope, Khione, Penelope.

Son of the late Allen and Valerie Collins.

Brother and brother-in-law of Bruce and Sue, Shirley Haig and Geoff, Gary and Rachael, Vicki and Earl Dillon, Clive and Cathy, Chris Thomas.

Loved uncle to his nieces and nephews.

Thanks to Hospice Southland, Rhida Bautista Dunedin Public Hospital and Doctors at Gore Health.

At Owen’s request a private cremation has been held.

Messages to 52 Johnston Street, Gore 9710.