Willie A. Watkins Funeral Home, Inc. | GA

Obituary For Ms. Adrian Lynn McCollum

Ms. Adrian Lynn McCollum, age 51, of Atlanta, GA, passed September 22, 2021.

Celebration of Life Service will be Saturday, October 9, 2021 at 11:00AM; New Life Tabernacle COGIC, 715 Cleveland Ave. SE Atlanta, GA 30354. A public viewing will be Friday, October 8, 2021 from 4:00-8:00PM at Willie A. Watkins Riverdale Chapel, 6580 Church Street Riverdale, GA 30274.

Due to the spread of COVID-19, we are requesting that everyone please wear a mask.

Services entrusted to Willie A. Watkins Historic West End Chapel, (404)758-1731.

Guest Book

I'll always remember the angelic glow that surrounded Ms. McCollum. Praying for her family, Dr. Tameka Scotton

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Adrian was such a wonderful person all around. She was a pleasure to work with and always had kind and encouraging words. My prayers are with her family. RIH Mrs. Cassandra James

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Adrian was one of the sweetest, kindness and loveable person with a contagious smile, Adrian you are truly going to be missed by all who knew you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, praying for strength and comfort for Mother McCollum..... RIP Angel.......Jones family

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Prayers for the family. Ms. McCollum I appreciate your smile, and loving spirit. I am thankful I had the opportunity to know you. You will be missed.

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Adrian my sincere condolences,to her family to Adrian mother you had a beautiful daughter, very friendly and smile, I met her years ago at church she will be greatly miss

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I hired Ms. McCollum at Harper Elementary. If I was having a hard day, I headed to her classroom. I didn't stay.....it made her nervous! I just poked my head in to see her radiant smile. It was always there. May you find comfort in God's arms.

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Ms. McCollum was so genuine and kind inside and out. I had the pleasure of working with her for my years at Harper. Her loving smile, gentle spirit, and encouraging words when I needed them will never be forgotten. I pray for comfort during this time for her mom, family, and friends. She has truly left a lasting mark on all who knew her. ❤ Mia Ridley

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Dear McCollum Family, I am truly thankful that got an opportunity to meet and interact with Adrian. I meet her as a member of the same church. She was always upbeat and pleasant. Lots of people are missing her and suffering her loss. May God continually comfort and strengthen during this time. With deepest sympathy,Doris Çonley

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Ms. McCollum will truly be missed. I looked forward to her bear hugs and inviting smile when I approached the building at Harper Elementary to sub. She had the heart of a servant and the love of God emanating from her presence. I send my prayers and condolences to the family. Mrs. Waldon 🙏🙏❤️

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Praying for her family and friends.

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Adrian was my colleague,my long time friend and sister. Her smile and love for people will be truly missed. My sincere condolences to the family but especially to her mom. May God continue to uplift you in prayer. Chrissia Belton

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you will be miss i will miss that smile! rest in peace

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We will always love you Ms McCollum from Berdia, Skyla and Mikel . We thank you for always being a breath of fresh air . Skyla will miss your hugs you always gave her in after school . I will always remember our chats we had when I picked up my kids. You were and absolute angel here in this earth .

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May your soul rest in eternal peace . Blessings to the family and friends

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Ms McCollum always greeting me with a smile when I picked up my kids from after school care from Harper . She was a breath of fresh air . I will always remember our little chats when we saw each other . She always gave my daughter Skyla a hug each time she left school. It broke our hearts to hear of her transition.We love you always . Rest in eternal peace from Berdia, Sky and Mikel

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An Angel was among us. Ms. McCollum was a part of the village that poured into my daughter when she attended Harper. Her smile was everything and loving spirit was bigger than life. She is missed and will never be forgotten. I never knew what people meant when they described someone has being an angel...now I know. Sending prayers for comfort and strength for her family, friends and the Harper Family. Lisa Mitchell, Jai Williams and Family

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Lynn was hands down one of the warmest and kind people that I've ever known. She was a light in this world and because of that people were always drawn to her. Her footprints have been cemented in this world through all of her kind acts and loving ways. She has blessed so many of us with beautiful memories that will live on. My family and I are praying for strength and guidance for the entire family. Love always The Matthews family!

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Adrian was a true jewel. I met her when I started in EIP and she has been a friend ever since. I affectionately called her my EIP Bestie. It didn't matter what time of day or night I called she always responded with help. We were there for each another. My heart grief because I will not be able to sit next to her in meetings, talk on phone, or share EIP stories. I will always love and miss you. My sincere prayers are extended to her family, Harper family, EIP Department, and all who love her. Vanessa Best

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Ms. McCollum had a heart of gold and was a sweet spirited person. She was kind hearted and thoughtful in every way. We remained in contact after I left Harper and I will truly miss her kind words of encouragement. Thank you for always thinking of me and my daughter. Sara

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When I came to work at school for the first time in 2019; I knew 1 other person.McCollum had a a warm a smile. She was a giving person and had a servants heart. She was just genuinely kind. Her smile and gracious attitude will be missed. Ebony Beauchamp

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It has been a joy to experience your daughter's loving grace, her beautiful smile, and her inspirational words of encouragement. I will most definitely miss our evening laughs and meaningful conversations. The Evans Family will keep you and the family uplifted in Prayer.

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I am forever grateful to God for blessing me to know and love Ms. McCollum! She was the epitome of genuine love and joy. Her light shines brightly even as she leaves this earth to rest in her beautiful heavenly home. I am comforted to know that she is with the Lord. Her smile, love, prayer, words of wisdom and encouragement will be greatly missed. I pray that God grants peace, strength, and comfort to her mother and her family. She has truly left an indelible mark on all you were blessed to know her. Her legacy of love and service will continue on. With love and appreciation Joquista Pool.

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The Ridley family will continue to keep your family in our prayers. I've known Ms. McCollum for about 15 years and she was the sweetest person that I've ever met. May God bless her precious soul. When I suffered a heart attack 14 years ago she was right there in ICU to check on me. I will miss you so much. She was too perfect to be on Earth. God needed her more than us.

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I have only known Adrian a little over a year and most of our interactions were during virtual meetings, but her warm spirit, love of God and of course, that beautiful smile were always present. Adrian has a love of children and serving others that is such a treasure but so rare to find. I count it a blessing to have known her and to have the pleasure of meeting her mom just a few weeks before Adrian's untimely passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and school, Erika

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Adrian will be truly missed at Harper Elementary. The EIP team will never be the same. I pray that God comforts the family during this difficult time. Aleshia

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My sincerest and heartfelt condolences to the family. My dear sweet friend that was the epitome of a true queen friend with a: *Dynamic personality *Encouraging words *Ever winning  and starstruck smile *Heart of concern, kindness and love *Love for people, and especially children *Soothing voice of an angel Love you dearly, I will miss you sooo much, especially your voice of encouragement, with these words,"It is going to be ok." Stephanie Miller ❤✝️❤

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Ms. McCollum will be missed. I'm so glad I had an opportunity to speak to and see her virtually on Sept 15th. She was truly a beautiful person inside and outside. I will definitely missed that beautiful smile with her added dimples and her "Good morning Sweet Pea". Rest In Paradise and know that you were loved by MANY including me...Dr. Caldwell ❤

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She is truly missed. Her good morning sweet pea always made my mornings. Never a sad look on her face or negative thing to say about anything. Rest peacefully Ms. McCollum. We love you

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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