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James McCool Obituary
July 30, 1937 - April 7, 2023
Jim passed away peacefully at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home on Good Friday, April 7th. Born July 30, 1937 he was preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Kizzie McCool of Burkesville, Ky. and brothers Harold and Dennison (Denny) McCool. Dr. Jim is survived by business and life partner Bruce C. Anderson of the home. He was beloved by remaining family members, niece Keyna McCool and nephew Robert, Goddaughter Pamela Clitherow, Godson Christopher Taylor and Goddaughter Jessica Barringer. Jim was born in a one room log cabin and attended a one room school house until eight grade. He graduated from Burkesville High School and Berea College. He continued his medical studies at Bowman Gray School of Medicine, interrupted by a two year tour of duty with the US Air Force, where he was a Major when stationed in Minot Air Force base, Minot, N.D.
Jim was a partner in the Pathology Department at Forsyth Memorial Hospital for 35 years and openly shared his professional expertise and knowledge with others on staff, where he was affectionately known as "Father Goose".
An avid gardener, orchid and bird enthusiast, and dog breeder, Jim's interests and expertise reached far beyond his profession. A world traveler, he and Bruce visited over 30 foreign countries in their 58 years together.
During Jim and Bruce's many years at the historic Lasater Mill House in Clemmons, they graciously opened their home for fund-raising events for many non-profit organizations throughout the decades.
In lieu of flowers, make any memorials to Berea College, Berea, Ky. or the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Winston-Salem, N.C.
Special thanks to his caregivers Adam Killingsworth, Valerie, Lillian the staff of Griswold Home Care and Trellis Hospice Home during the last few months.
A celebration of life will follow at a later date.
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Beth Jarrell
August 24, 2023
I'm so sorry to hear of Dr. McCool's passing. I learned so much from him during my time in transcription. He was always so willing to teach me about Pathology. I appreciated his patience and enjoyed my time with him and the other pathologists. I've thought about him many times over the years. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with family and friends.
Valerie Edwards
April 19, 2023
You Will be Miss Doc so hard to believe
Paul Gwyn
April 17, 2023
A kind and gentleman who will be missed.
Barbara Edwards
April 16, 2023
Dear Bruce and family,
You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your partner, Jim of 58 years. What a lovely testament to your wonderful relationship and an inspiration. Jim was such an incredible person with so many talents. Sending love and prayers. Barbara Edwards
Melinda Leonard
April 16, 2023
I worked with Dr. McCool for many, many years . He was such a Sweet Man that hosted Many Parties at his home and Invited those that he worked with. Fly High " Father Goose " and Rest in Peace.
Rita Meredith
April 12, 2023
Dr. Jim McCool was a wonderful pathologist. I worked on the Microbiology lab for many years. He always took the time to teach us new things. His home with Bruce was open to us every Christmas. I loved his birds and the decor of their home.
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