Mr. Melvin McCollum Obituary in High Point at Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

Obituary For Mr. Melvin McCollum

Mr. Melvin Lawrence McCollum was born on August 22, 1955, in Robeson County, NC, a son of the late Mrs. Willie Mae Smith. He made his transition from this life on Thursday, March 31, 2022, at his residence. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Charles Smith.

Melvin attended the public schools of Guilford County and was a graduate of High Point Central High School. He was employed with Flowers Bakery for 16 years until his employment with Thomas Built Buses, where he retired after 15 years of service. Melvin loved music, especially gospel music. He was a singer, choir director and a great cook. He was a diehard fan of UNC Basketball and the Washington Redskins. Melvin was very generous, with a big heart…A GENTLE GIANT!

Those left to share precious memories are his children, Leslie McCollum, Chiquita Atkins and Taylor Rorie, all of High Point, NC; three grandchildren, Tru’ssiah Covington, My’anna Boyce, and Hassan Spencer, Jr., all of High Point, NC; his siblings, Angela Bethea-Foster (Charlotte) of Charlotte, NC, James Baker of Cheyenne, WY, John L. Smith (Sharon) of Salisbury, NC, Will Bethea, Jr. of Winston-Salem, NC, Wendell Smith (Michelle), Howard McCollum, Jason Kirkpatrick, Maurice Herbin, and Curtis Kirkpatrick, all of High Point, NC; a special friend, Luther Jones; aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. at Solid Rock Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the church 11:30 a.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

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I knew Melvin from classes, at High Point Central High School. May he rest in peace. Stanley N McInnis

Prayers and Condolences to the McCollum Family, Melvin and I grew up together in Friendship Baptist Church and sang with the S.M. Frazier Young Adult Choir. He was always the same no matter where you seen him. He will be truly missed. Lula Alford Farabee

To the family: I offer you my thoughts, prayers and well-wishes during this dark time in your life. Mr. Robbie G. Carter

My sincerest condolences to the family and friends during this difficult time. Chiquita I'm sending love and hugs your way. Stay strong sis.

My condolences to the Family and Friends. Melvin was my Supervisor at Flowers. He was a good Man with a awesome heart. Prayers to all who knew Melvin 🙏🏽

To The Mccollum Family. Sending My Love And Prayers To Each And Everyone Of You In The Passing Of Melvin. May God Continue To Strengthen The Family And Wrap His Loving Arms Around Yall. And Give You All The Comfort Yall Need In This Time Of Sorrow. Melvin Will Truly Be Missed. R.I.P Love From Kesha Davis

My condolences to the McCollum Family on the loss of Melvin. Melvin was my classmate, class of "74" May God bring you comfort and peace during this time. RIP Melvin. Lorraine Whitworth Jackson

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