Many of you have been praying for Carla's mother and her bout with cancer. Diagnosed with stomach cancer just before Mother's Day this year, her family and close friends have remained at her side through the rollercoaster ride that post-surgical treatement can be. At approximately 5 minutes after 1:00 PM Central Standard Time today (Sunday), she passed from this life in to the arms of her Savior. Over the past week, family members were able to say their farewells in preparation of Chris' homegoing. As per her request, she remained at her home in Sundown, under the loving care of her husband and daughter. During the frequent visits by family and friends, Chris's mind was clear and she would frequently joke around with them.
A Celebration of the life of Chris McCollum will be held Wednesday, November 14, 1:30 pm at First Baptist Church, Sundown with David Brantley, Whitharral, and Pastor Bill Oliver, First Baptist Church, Seagraves, officiating
Chris was born August 28, 1932 in Abilene, 30 minutes after her twin sister, Earlene. Parents Earl and Pauline Shrum were surprised, but joyfully welcomed their daughters on Earl’s 29th birthday.
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Chris graduated from Levelland High School in 1949. She married Carl T. McCollum on July 22, 1951 in Levelland.
Preceding her in death were her parents, twin sister, and in-laws Eddie and Edna (Pink) McCollum of Sundown.
Left to cherish her love, laughter, and amazing sense of humor are husband Carl, daughter Carla and husband David Brantley of Whitharral. She is survived by three grandsons, Jonathan Brantley and wife, Katie of Missoula, Montana; Pasha and Brian Brantley of Whitharral. one sister, Bobbie Ryan of May, TX; much loved cousins, nieces, nephews, many cherished friends, 3 Wondercats and 7 Grandkitties.
A world class encourager, giver, and practical joker, Chris was always doing something-for someone-somewhere, so it is fitting that this tireless advocate of young people and education chose to donated her body to the Texas Tech School of Medicine.
Many thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff at UMC and Chris’s team at Vista Care Hospice.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Vista Care Hospice or to Operation Christmas Child at http://www.samaritanspurse.org/.
Thank you for your continued prayers as we head into the holidays, a first without the laughter and style of one who added much to the world around her.
David & Carla Brantley
A Celebration of the life of Chris McCollum will be held Wednesday, November 14, 1:30 pm at First Baptist Church, Sundown with David Brantley, Whitharral, and Pastor Bill Oliver, First Baptist Church, Seagraves, officiating
Chris was born August 28, 1932 in Abilene, 30 minutes after her twin sister, Earlene. Parents Earl and Pauline Shrum were surprised, but joyfully welcomed their daughters on Earl’s 29th birthday.
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Chris graduated from Levelland High School in 1949. She married Carl T. McCollum on July 22, 1951 in Levelland.
Preceding her in death were her parents, twin sister, and in-laws Eddie and Edna (Pink) McCollum of Sundown.
Left to cherish her love, laughter, and amazing sense of humor are husband Carl, daughter Carla and husband David Brantley of Whitharral. She is survived by three grandsons, Jonathan Brantley and wife, Katie of Missoula, Montana; Pasha and Brian Brantley of Whitharral. one sister, Bobbie Ryan of May, TX; much loved cousins, nieces, nephews, many cherished friends, 3 Wondercats and 7 Grandkitties.
A world class encourager, giver, and practical joker, Chris was always doing something-for someone-somewhere, so it is fitting that this tireless advocate of young people and education chose to donated her body to the Texas Tech School of Medicine.
Many thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff at UMC and Chris’s team at Vista Care Hospice.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Vista Care Hospice or to Operation Christmas Child at http://www.samaritanspurse.org/.
Thank you for your continued prayers as we head into the holidays, a first without the laughter and style of one who added much to the world around her.
David & Carla Brantley
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My Dear Carla, David, Carl and kids.. It is with great sorrow that I learn of the passing of your dear Chris. Chris was one of those gals you meet only ONCE and NEVER, NEVER forget! Such a FUN and FABULOUS lady. May you always honor her by continuing to share her love and laughter together. Peace be with you all.
In love and prayer,
The Buescher Family
Lisa, Lauren, Audra & Trey
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