Dear John,
Although I stayed with you only for 5 months in 1992 as an exchange student, you taught me a lot of things.  Especially, I clearly remember your saying “Sam,16 years old boy easily thinks that he knows everything in the world, but there are so many things you don’t know yet in the world.” This message made me open minded to the world. With this message, I could conduct a lot of works in many foreign countries. You are a big father to me.
May your soul rest in peace.

John and I were friends from 5th grade till his passing.  Friends like John are forever.  There are so many memories and shared times that I could literally write a book.  We made it through the 50's and 60's with some struggles but friends all the way.  We shared houses adventures and many great times. John opened his warehouse and home to me in a difficult time in the 90's that I will always be thankful for.  His humor and character were heartfelt.  The most admirable thing about John was his dedication to family.  I only wish I could have followed his lead in the family area.  I love the McCollums,  John and all of the memories that have flashed past my mind.  Good bye for now my Friend.  You are Loved.


I am lucky enough to have met the McCollum family when I was 14. I have felt like a part of the family since day one (even had chores to do). John always had time to talk and laugh and joke with the many kids who were always hanging around. He gave sound (and colorful) advice. He took the time to teach all of us kids about life, not just his own. We took countless trips to the lake. (Delaney’s first trip to the lake was John’s 50th birthday and she was only a month old!) I am truly blessed to have had John in my life and will miss him and his humor tremendously. 

John was one of my many "Dads" when I was growing up.  His son John befriended me and ensured that I knew all of his friends.  Big John taught me the finer points of being a better son to my parents. He refused to let my "arrogance" overtake my ability to be a good person. He was never gruff or dictatorial. He always spoke the truth. He taught us how to be unoffended. He also made sure that our bullshit meters were calibrated to his. 
On the day that his son moved out of the converted bedroom off of the garage, several of us were each given a hammer. He said, "I am taking my garage back and John is going to realize that his room is gone".  
I will miss his sarcasm, his wit, his firm grip, and his laugh.  He always made me part of his family and I am a better person because of it.  I Love You, Big John

Thank you for sharing your family with me. I remember on our first visit and the car couldn’t make it up the hill to Kingman because it was so hot and Dad came to our rescue with the truck. I’m so grateful my son got to meet you and that my husband got to hear you say you’re proud of him. You are forever loved. 

OBITUARIO

John "Mac" McCollum

12 agosto, 1949 – 28 noviembre, 2019

Palm Southwest Mortuary

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