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L. McCollum Obituary
L. Lynn McCollum of Mansfield Depot, Connecticut and St. Cloud, Florida passed away suddenly on November 6, 2014. Mac, Ace of the Pack, King Kid, Lynnie Bug, Grampa Duck, Best Bass Fisherman, and an original member of the Depot Dimwits, loved his family and treasured his grandchildren. He was dearly loved and supported by his wife, Theresa Williams McCollum. Left with joyous memories of his larger than life personality are: son, Craig McCollum, daughter and son-in-law, Lorie McCollum Murray and Brian Murray, daughter Galyn McCollum Hawkins; grandchildren: Tyler, Megan, Maleigh, Kendrie, Spencer, Cameron, Marlee and Meredith, a special sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Robert Lester, nephews Jan McCollum, Sean Lester and niece, Kim Swart. Lynn was a devoted UConn husky fan and had worked with UConn Athletics for thirty-five years. He will live on through the lives that he touched in unique and motivational ways. Burial will be private at the Storrs Cemetery.
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October 7, 2015
Mr. McCollum is missed every day. We still look for him to be walking across the yard, or sitting in his chair in the garage or laying in his hammock with Teri by his side. He was a larger than life man and still to this day his presence is felt, his humor is missed as is he. Watch over us when you can.
K & C
Myra (Kreisler) and Tom Shaughnessy
December 4, 2014
Linda and Bob,
We are so sorry for you and your family. We learned about your loss through Tom Bowler and Charlotte Peterson. We offer our sincere condolences.
Tip and Linda Garritt
November 30, 2014
Terry, Linda and family, Linda and I are so saddened to learn of the passing of Lynn, our condolences to all of you. My friendship with Lynn goes all the way back to the late forties when we were growing up in Mansfield Depot "the village"We had many great adventures big and small in the Depot He was a true friend for life.
LYNN REST IN PEACE!
Tip and Linda garritt
Tom Bowler
November 17, 2014
Linda and Bob,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I was online looking over the obits in the Courant and discovered the obituary. Lonny and I offer our condolences to you and your extended family.
November 17, 2014
I will miss my racquetball partner, hanging out in the Equipment Cage, watching Lori play, staying at "Zero Tyme", going to Chuck's, rooting for the Husky teams, and discussing stocks. My deepest sympathy to the McCollum family. Harry Hartley
Harry Hartley
November 16, 2014
I will miss my racquetball partner, hanging out in the Equipment Cage, watching Lori play, staying at "Zero Tyme", going to Chuck's rooting for Husky teams, and discussing stocks. My deepest sympathy to the McCollum Family. I will have in you in my prayers.
Harry Hartley
Frank Napolitano
November 15, 2014
Terry condolences to you and Lynn's family. One of the real good guys at UConn for so many years. I enjoyed my time with him either playing handball at noontime to having a beer or two with Gerry at Huskies. He will be missed.
November 15, 2014
My Sincerest sympathies to Lynn's family and friends. I knew him for 55+ years and he was one of the best people I ever knew. I remember going over to the old Field House with Lynn to watch games and many practices back when we were in high school. Many other good memories, too.
November 14, 2014
Lynn was definitely one of a kind. Everyone that knew him has a story to tell, some believable and some unbelievable although I think evn those are true. His friendship, honesty and loyalty will be missed by all those he touched. I spent many years with him at UConn and wonder how we all survived the many escapades and "happenings". He was a true Husky. When I think of Lynn it is with a smile and a little shake of the head.
Pat Babcock
Pat Babcock
Wally&Linda Dann
November 14, 2014
My condolences to terry and the rest of the family.I was fortunate to have many great adventures with Marvelous Mac, he will be missed but never forgotten. Rest in peace my friend.
Bob Parizeau
November 14, 2014
My condolences to Terry and the family of "The King". I will always have fond memories of the many trips to St. Cloud for our "golf tournaments" each winter, which Lynn hosted.
November 14, 2014
The McCollum Family,
So sorry to learn of Lynn's death. I remember him when I was growing up in the Depot and he was working for my Dad.
My thoughts are with you all.
Sincerely,
Terry Thompson Swaney
Linda Decker Tidwell
November 13, 2014
Terry, Craig & family- I'm so glad you chose to mention the wonderful joyous memories because I have so many! All my love & prayers to you at this tough time -
Nicki Dore
November 13, 2014
Such a fun guy...always had us laughing. Rest in Peace Lynn.
The Usher Family
November 13, 2014
Sending love and condolences to the McCollum Family ~ We have fond memories of Lynn's kindnesses and wonderful humor throughout the years and particularly in our tough times! Love to you, Terry!
November 13, 2014
Lynn was always first with a Hey how you doing, and was always forthcoming with a joke. He cherish the Depot Dimwits and all the friends he met while playing softball, working at UC Athletics. He definitely with be missed. Lynn Your the best.
Dick Palmer
Larry & Maria Cogswell
November 13, 2014
Our deepest condolences to Terry and family. THE KING was always fun and such a pleasure to be with. He will be missed by his many friends.
mchael beatie
November 13, 2014
was fortunate enough to share breakfast with Lynn when he was home for the past summer,,,will always remember the depot dimwits and our ball games against them at the training school field,,,and his coaching of Jan and Jimmie Rood on the grade school basketball teams...great memories,,great guy
Bill Shults
November 13, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to the McCollum family
George Spurlock
November 13, 2014
Rest In Peace Lynn. Condolences and prayers for the family.
Gigi & Wayne Chalou
November 13, 2014
Lynn was one of a kind and will be remembered always. We had wonderful times at his beach house. Condolences to the family. He was a very special person.
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