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J.w. Mangum Obituary
Hattiesburg, MS
J.W. "Pete" Mangum passed away at the age of 83 on January 7, 2015 at Forrest General Hospital surrounded by his family, following a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born June 29, 1931 in Hattiesburg, MS to J.W. Mangum, Sr. and Lurline Swilley Mangum.
Pete was educated in the Hattiesburg Public School System, graduating from HHS in 1949, where he was a proud member of the Tiger football and basketball teams. Following graduation he earned a BSBA degree in 1953 and a MBA degree in 1968 from USM. During this time he served in the US Army during the Korean War as an artillery officer.
Mr. Mangum began his banking career with Citizens Bank of Hattiesburg and retired from Trustmark National Bank in 1986. Following retirement from Trustmark, he went on to work several more years in accounting for The Galey Insurance Agency. During his career he served on several civic organizations including the YMCA and The American Red Cross.
Pete was a lifelong member of First Presbyterian Church where he faithfully worshiped and served as a deacon, an elder and a Sunday school teacher.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. & Mrs. J.W. Mangum, Sr.
Pete is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Claire Hearon Mangum and their four children, Mike (Teresa) Mangum, Judy (Greg) Smith, Janet (Kevin) Armstrong, and Glenn (Renee) Mangum; eight grandchildren, Mike (Lanthea) Mangum, Kelley Mangum, Rush, Caleb, and Julianna Smith, Shelby (James) Johnson, Lauren and Lance Mangum; two great-grandchildren, Kayden and Parker Mangum.
Visitation will be 5:00-8:00 PM Friday at First Presbyterian Church. Services will be on Saturday at 11:00 AM at First Presbyterian Church. Interment will follow at Roseland Park Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church Building Fund, 4901 Hardy Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39402; Presbyterian Christian School, 103 WSF Tatum Drive, Hattiesburg, MS 39401; French Camp Academy, One Fine Place, French Camp, MS 39745;Palmer Home, PO Box 746, Columbus, MS 39703.
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James Kittrell
January 14, 2015
Claire, that was I who sent the unsigned note about working with Pete. I'm not real familiar wih how these things work. My condolences to you and the children in your loss.
January 14, 2015
Claire, I was privileged to work with Pete for a few years as a teller at Citizens before moving on to First National of Jackson, later becoming Trustmark. I'm sorry to hear of Pete's passing and his struggle with cancer. I just sent my condolences to Joe Pearce's wife, Mary. Joe was head teller at the bank when I worked there. He died just a few days ago. He and Pete were about the same age.
Sam and Barbara Hollingsworth
January 11, 2015
Claire and family, please accept our sincere condolences. May God be with you during this sad time in your lives.
Sorry we could not make it to the funeral. We were reading the devastating news about Pete's passing at the very time of the funeral on Saturday.
margie tatum
January 9, 2015
glenn, your father was a wonderful man and I am very sorry for your loss
Marcie Munn Mote
January 9, 2015
Claire and family,
I was so saddened to hear of Pete's passing. I still remember his smile the last time I was home visiting First Presby with mother. He was part of my growing up years in H'burg and in the church. He was so knowledgeable about the Bible and always willing to share his faith. Please know that I am praying for you, Claire, and I do know that the God of all understanding and wisdom will be guiding you through the upcoming weeks and months that lie ahead. May God continue to bless you and yours and bring you His peace and comfort.
January 9, 2015
I am so sad to hear the news concerning Mr. Mangum. He was the best Daddy ever. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Freida Everitt
Connie Moore
January 9, 2015
I was saddened to hear about Pete. I know he is resting in the arms of Jesus now. I worked with Pete for many years at The Galey Agency and enjoyed his wit. My prayers are for the ones left behind until they meet again.
January 9, 2015
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you all.. Trudy Nix and Family
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