



Obituary of Melvin L. McCollum
Please share a memory of Melvin to include in a keepsake book for family and friends.
Melvin Loy McCollum, age 81 of Quinton Township passed away on June 10, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 28, 1943 in El Dorado Kansas to the late James W. McCollum and Naomi R. Loftin McCollum.
Melvin proudly served his country as an aircraft crew member on the USS Intrepid during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he dedicated many years as a welding teacher and as president of the Teachers Union.
Melvin was a devoted husband to Sandra J. Hopman McCollum, a loving father to his daughter Corey and his two sons, Michael and Gary and grandson, Jacob. He is also survived by his brother, Douglas and grandchildren. Above all he treasured the time as a husband and father.
Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family.
www.laughreyfuneralhome.com
To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Melvin McCollum, please visit our Tree Store

A Memorial Tree was planted for Melvin
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Laughrey Funeral Home
Online Memory & Photo Sharing Event
Ongoing
Online Event
About this Event

In Loving Memory
Melvin McCollum
1943 - 2025
Look inside to read what others have shared
Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in this book.
Services for Melvin McCollum
There are no events scheduled. You can still show your support by planting a tree in memory of Melvin McCollum.
Plant a tree in memory of Melvin

About Us
Established in 1950. Laughrey Funeral Home is represented by 3 Generations.
Contact Us
Phone: (856) 678-7711
Fax: (856) 678-4977
Email:
jlaughrey@comcast.net
rwlaughrey@gmail.com
Location
One North Broadway
Pennsville, NJ 08070
Map
Quick Links
- Obituaries
- Send Flowers
- Pre-Planning
- Grief Support