Paul C. “Chris” Collins 54, of Hanover, passed away January 1, 2017 at home surrounded by his loving family after a long and courageous battle against cancer. Beloved husband of Lily Tuleva. Dear father of April of Braintree. Loving son of Bette (McMenamy) Collins of Manomet and the late Paul Collins. Brother of Lynne Hash and her husband Jason of Hanover, Kerry Duffy of Duxbury, Eric Collins of Mansfield, Noelle Hohenleitner and her husband Todd of Hanover and Keith Collins of Quincy. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Born in Boston and raised in Braintree, Chris had worked for many years in the auto industry and had a passion for exotic cars. Funeral services and burial will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of the McMaster Funeral Home 86 Franklin St. Braintree.