Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1933
DIED
2019
FUNERAL HOME
Harold McColumn Obituary
April 12, 1933 - July 31, 2019
Warner Robins, GA- Reverend Harold Lucas McColumn, Sr., 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 31, 2019, at the Coliseum Hospital, Macon, GA. He was born April 12, 1933 to the late Willie James McCollum and Burdelle Braswell of Macon, GA.
Homegoing services for Rev. McColumn are 11:00 AM Saturday, August 10, 2019 at Fellowship Bible Baptist Church, 431 Dunbar Road, Warner Robins, GA 31093, with burial in the Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Milledgeville, GA 11:00 AM Monday, August 12, 2019. The family will receive friends and associates at a Memoriam Service on Thursday, August 8, 2019 at Hutchings Funeral Home, Inc., 536 New Street, Macon, GA from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Rev. McColumn attended Bibb County Schools and later, assumed jobs within his local community. He obtained the unique ability to play the piano and he and several friends organized a band known as "Luke and the Five Canaries".
Desiring to serve his country, he joined the U.S. Army of which he served honorably for several years. Meanwhile, he continued service to his country as a Civilian at Robins Air Force Base in Fuel Distribution until he retired after 38 years of service in November 1990.
On September 11, 1964 he was licensed to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ from New Hope Baptist Church, Macon, GA and ordained through the Mount Lebanon Baptist Church, Macon, GA on January 31, 1969. He was called to Pastor Flaggs Chapel Baptist Church, Milledgeville, GA from 1969-1981, followed by Springhill Baptist Church, Milledgeville, GA. He also served as a Chaplain at the Georgia Women's Correctional Institution, southeast of Milledgeville, GA.
Rev. McColumn often expressed a desire to have a large family. From the union of two marriages to the late Alice R. McColumn and Eloise O. McColumn, Rev. McColumn fathered eleven children, Dr. Jennifer A. Waldburg (Donald), Mrs. Harriett L. King (Rickey), Mr. Harold L. McColumn, Jr., Mr. Zerry C. McColumn, Dr. Bruce R. McColumn (Yolanda), Ms. Patricia McColumn, Mr. Jairus McColumn (Salina), Brigadier General Jonathan McColumn, the late Mr. Jarold McColumn (Kathy), Mr. Jerry McColumn (Armma), and Mrs. DarQuita McColumn-Armstead (Stacy). He is survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Hutchings Service
View the online memorial for Rev. Harold Lucas McColumn, Sr.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Harold McColumn
Tiffany Mckenzie
August 11, 2019
My deepest condolences to the family. I will truly miss Mr. Harold coming into Burger King he was my favorite customer. He was great man that loves God.
Gloria George Bell
August 10, 2019
My condolences to the McColumn family.May God continue to bless each of you.
Joyce Beverly
August 9, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. God loves you and so do I.
The Crump/ Driskell Families
August 9, 2019
Praying for the entire family
August 8, 2019
May God Bless the family now and always. Your father is now in the greatest place ever. He is with the Father and having a grand time.
With Gods Love,
Shea Sams
August 8, 2019
My condolences to the McColumn family. As a member of Flagg Chapel, I was blessed to have him as my pastor and blessed to have you guys as friends. You are in my prayers. Tracy Warren Butts
Julie Thalong
August 8, 2019
So sorry to hear this news. Absolutely broke my heart. He was a great man that I/we all enjoyed seeing every night and sun afternoon. I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers and blessings from his s&s family.
Brenda Davis- Worthey
August 8, 2019
Pat and family. You all have my deepest condolences on the passing of your father. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Edna Cade
August 8, 2019
Jennifer,
May God bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief.
Edna York Cade
Central HS/Class of 1971
Cassandra Robinson
August 7, 2019
I was so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a very good friend of my family and he did the eulogy for my mother when she passed. He was very solid for me when she passed away he was the ear that I needed and he gave good advice. I will always be grateful. My sincerest condolences to his family. May God give you all the Strength to endure at this time. He will be missed.
Daphney Bryant
August 7, 2019
To the entire McColumn Family.
May God continue to comfort each of you in a very special way. Rev McColumn is now enjoying his new forever home in Glory preaching and playing to all of the Saints of God.
Love and Blessings to you all!
The Bentley Family
Lafonda Jernigan
August 7, 2019
Jonathan, peace and comfort to you and your family. Lafonda Jernigan
Naomi La Verme Johnson
August 7, 2019
With deepest sympathy
Angela Cummings and Family
August 7, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Showing 1 - 14 of 14 results
Make a Donation
in Harold McColumn's name
Memorial Events
for Harold McColumn
Aug
8
How to support Harold's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Harold McColumn's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
