J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

McCollum, James P.

Monday, April 23, 2007

James Patrick McCollum, 68, of Hopewell died Monday, April 23, 2007 in Medical College of Virginia Hospital in Richmond. Mr. McCollum was born in Hopewell and had been a life long resident. He was a member of West Hopewell Presbyterian Church, a member and Past Governor of Loyal Order of Moose #1472, and was a retired Master Plumber, having been owner and operator of Wise Plumbing & Heating and also McCollum Plumbing. Mr. McCollum was the son of the late Frank Eskar and Ethel Southerland McCollum. He is survived by his wife, June Smalley McCollum of Hopewell, three daughters, Laurie R. Howell and her husband Graham of Hopewell, Beverly F. Trainum of Carlisle, PA, Shannon E. Mitchell and her husband Andrew of Sarasota, FL, two sons, James P. McCollum, Jr. and his wife Tammy of Hopewell, Timothy E. McDonald and his wife Billie Jo of Midlothian, 16 grandchildren and a brother William Frank McCollum and his wife Pauline of Prince George. The family will receive friends Wednesday, April 25, 2007 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. A funeral service will be held Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 10:00 AM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. John Lindsay, pastor of West Hopewell Presbyterian Church officiating. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions may be made to Missions Fund of West Hopewell Presbyterian Church, 2602 Wise Street, Hopewell, Virginia 23860. Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com

Dear June, it seemed that I just talked to you a few weeks ago and at that time Pat was doing well, so I was astonished to see the obituary in the paper. I know you will miss him as you two were so very close. Fortunately, you were both close in the company of our Lord as well, so we know that Pat is now sitting at the foot of the throne. He is there with my cousin George who died almost at the same time. No doubt they are talking about fishing. With Love and Remembrance, Your old friend, Marlene

"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in the time of trouble. Therefore, we will not fear, though the earth be removed and the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea. "
Psalm 46:1-3

Posted by: Marlene Waymack at April 27, 2007 04:33 PM

Tim and family,
I was saddened to hear of your loss. My family and I will be praying for all of you during this difficult time.
Prayers,
Jessica Preas

Posted by: Jessica Preas at April 26, 2007 09:51 AM

My Dear June - Artie and I are so sorry for your loss of your beloved Pat. Please know you have been in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you and all your family always. With Love, Your Old Friend, Jennie

Posted by: Jennie N. Lekacos at April 26, 2007 09:13 AM

Dearest June:
I just learned of your loss a few moments ago, and I am so very sorry. I did not know your husband, but you are such a precious person, June, that my guess is that he is the same. I pray you and your family will be comforted by the Great Comforter, Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. And you can take comfort in knowing that there is one more precious soul in heaven. I love you, June....May God be with each of you, Cheryl W. Whittle
..for love is strong as death..Song of Solomon 8:6

Posted by: Cheryl Wilmoth Whittle at April 25, 2007 07:36 PM

Tammy and family, sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Let us know if you need anything. Love, Sharon, Debbie, Tammy, and Becky.

Posted by: cac at April 24, 2007 01:22 PM

Dear June, Jim & Tam, Laurie, Bev, Tim and Shan:

I am so sorry. I love you guys and continue to pray for your journey through this valley. Praise the Lord Pat is with Jesus building mansions and breathing deeply of the sweet air of heaven now, but I pray God soothe your sorrow and hold you close.

Love,
Sandee Lloyd and family

Posted by: Sandee Lloyd at April 24, 2007 06:52 AM