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Lois Collum Obituary

Mrs. Lois Nanny Collum - GUYTON - Mrs. Lois Nanny Collum, 89, passed away Sunday, August 4, 2013 at her residence. Mrs. Collum was born in Savannah, GA and lived in Port Wentworth for a number of years prior to moving to Effingham County. She was the owner/operator of Collum Trailer Park for 20 plus years and was a member of Port Wentworth Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Lois English; great-granddaughter, Tiara Harn and a great-great grandson, Tucker Kaye. Survivors include; three daughters, Sarah Joyce Colson-Cole (Charlie) of Tybee Island, Janet Michelle Jerald (James) and Adelle Mixon (Barry) both of Rincon; two sons, George Collum of Farfield, Iowa and Oscar Collum of Richmond Hill; 19 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, August 6, 2013, from 6 8 p.m. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, August 7, 2013, at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Riggs Funeral Home with internment to follow in the Rincon Cemetery. Riggs Funeral Home Guyton, Georgia Savannah Morning News August 6, 2013 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries.

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Published by Savannah Morning News on Aug. 6, 2013.

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elizabeth stapleton

August 9, 2013

nanny i miss you so much calling and asking for advice you telling me everythings gonna be alright little one your still my baby girl daddys not doing to well he still depressed about losing you but try was right you was a legend id do anything to here your voice agian kayla is doing just fine she is in advance math can u believe that i cant well i love you nanny rip we will always love and miss you plz you and grandma lowery and grandma lois please watch over me we need you so bad i love you
always lizzie

Patricia Lynch

August 7, 2013

God has gained another angel. Nanny will be in Heaven with momma and boogie now. my youngest son says nanny grandma and boogie are boogieing away together. I miss and love all of you so much. Nanny was a very special woman. She did great things for many people. She never met a stranger and loved everybody. Nanny keep momma and Lynn straight in Heaven and we will see you one day.
Love always,
Trish

Walter Bishop

August 7, 2013

Dearest Family,

My sincerest condolences for the death of Aunt Lois. I have many fond memories of her while growing up. I remember her as an energetic and very giving person & always enjoyed my visits to the old farm-house where the tráiler park now resides, and later to the home on Dixie Street. Cousins - we´ll always remember her in our hearts. My apologies for not being there. It´s a long ride across the Atlantic and impossible at the moment.

Love to All,
Walter Bishop and Family
Zaragoza, Spain

Maria Linker

August 6, 2013

I am so sorry to learn of Aunt Lois going to Heaven. I truly believe she accomplished her calling of "helping people". She was Loved by everyone that knew her. My Blessings to all of her extended family.

J Allyn Brown

August 6, 2013

Collum family
I am sorry to hear of Mrs. Collum's passing. We offer our condolences to the family during this time. May the memories that you have enjoyed with her - assist you during this painful time.

Bob and Betsy Wilson

August 6, 2013

Oscar and Melanie: So Sorry to hear about your mom's passing. Sounds like you were blessed to have a mom like her. We will be praying that Christ will grant you peace and comfort.

Kim Ardis

August 6, 2013

So sorry to the family for the loss of a great, caring, and loving women! I have known her all my life! She was no kin to me but she was my nanny also and to other people to! I know you will be missed dearly nanny!

Michael Stapleton

August 6, 2013

God looked upon his garden
And found an empty place.
He then looked down upon this earth
and saw your tired face.

He put his arms around you
And lifted you to rest.
God's garden must be beautiful
He always takes the best.

He knew that you were suffering
He knew you were in pain.
He knew you would never
Get well on earth again.

He saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb
So he closed your weary eyelids
And whispered "Peace be thine."

It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn't go alone
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.

You left us beautiful memories,
Your love is still our guide.
And though we cannot see you,
You are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken,
And nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one
The chain will link again.
Love and Miss you so much!!! Michael,Rhonda,Joe,Lizzie,Corey,Kayla, Carol,Denise,JoJo,Ryan...RIP!!

August 6, 2013

Sincere sympathy to her family. I have so many memories of Mrs. Collum and was just asking about her on Sunday. She and my Mom were friends. Hope they're having a happy reunion right now.

Judy and Ben Ells

August 6, 2013

To all that knew Nanny, she was the most giving and kind hearted woman I know. She was truely blessed in her life, and I was blessed to have her in my life. She will truely be missed! Much love and condolences to the family!

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