Mr. Thomas Boone McCollough, 20, of Sanford died May 28, 2012 at his home.
Born December 22, 1991 at Fort Bragg, Mr. McCollough was the son of Lewis Danny McCollough II and Sandra Lynne Demmon McCollough. He moved to the area permanently in 2010 after spending time growing up between Olympia, WA and Cameron, NC. Boone received his adult high school diploma in 2011 from CCCC. He was employed by MOEN in Sanford; he enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing video games with his friends. He also volunteered with his sister at the YMCA and also did volunteer work for the Pittsboro Police Department.
Survivors include his father and step-mother, Danny and Leisa McCollough of Cameron; his mother, Sandy, of Olympia, WA; sister, Sam McCollough of Olympia and Cameron; and grandparents, Lewis Danny and Victory Jean McCollough of Shelbyville, IN, Sue Ann Velasco and husband Dave Velasco of Roy, WA; several aunts and uncles. His maternal grandfather, Dennis Dean Demmon preceded him in death.
Friends may visit with the family on Saturday afternoon, June 2, 2012 from 2 – 4 pm at Hall – Wynne Funeral Home in Pittsboro. Following the visitation, a private cremation will be held at the Hall – Wynne Crematory.
Memorials may be directed to Partnership for Drug Free NC Inc., PO Box 759, Pittsboro, NC 27312
Online condolences: www.hallwynne.com, select “Obits”.
Arrangements are under the care of Hall – Wynne Funeral Service & Cremation of Pittsboro
Donna Meyers
June 1, 2012 at 12:00 amOur prayers are with your family.
Jennifer Allen Swalls and family
June 1, 2012 at 12:00 amOur prayers are with you, Danny, and with your family. So sorry for your loss.
Lesia McCollough
June 1, 2012 at 12:00 amMy sweet Boone there are no words to express how many hearts you touched in your short life. You were always a ray of sunshine for anyone that you ever met. You will always be in my heart and I will love you forever my darling.
Joshua Simmons
June 1, 2012 at 12:00 amI was his Supervisor at Moen,Sanford at the time of his going home & I wanted to send my condolences to his family. Thomas was an exceptionally gifted individual as well as an exceptionally hard worker. He shared his struggles & pain with me and inspite of his hurt he always kept a smile on his face. I want Thomas to know I miss him and love him as well his co-workers and friends miss him and love him. Rest in paradise my brother you are now at peace.
Latanya Blue
June 2, 2012 at 12:00 amI was also his Supervisor at Moen, Sanford at the time of his going home. I can recall our meeting on Friday were I thanked Thomas for doing such an outstanding job! He truly left his footprint on the team! We love and miss you Thomas!
Sheila Gertson
June 2, 2012 at 12:00 amMy thoughts and prayers are with you all. He is in God’s hands now, and at peace. My love to you all, Aunt Sheila
Haley
June 2, 2012 at 12:00 ami rember the first time i met thomas, we met through my first byfriend jacob…. he was standing infront of petco waiting for jacob and i. he was sweet as honey! we smiled we laughed and it was grand! a little after that we started dating he was there for me when i had no one. he was my gaurdian angel
eddie mccullough
June 2, 2012 at 12:00 amI am so sorry…I am so sad we lost contact for so many years as well…
Dianna S. Rowcotsky
June 3, 2012 at 12:00 amI remember the first time I met Boone, he was just a little guy back then, so shy and sweet. I will always remember him that way. RIP Boone
Casey Slinkard
June 3, 2012 at 12:00 amBoone was a great little cousin. i remember helping him out on numerous occasions, i wish i could have been there for him one more time. I love you Boone and you will be missed.
Judy Herndon
June 4, 2012 at 12:00 amWith deepest sympathy. Judy
Rosita Davis
June 4, 2012 at 12:00 amI remember him as always being willing to help out a classmate, whether it was giving someone a ride to school or helping them out with an assignment. My heart goes out to Thomas’ family!
Lonny
June 4, 2012 at 12:00 amThoughts and prayers go out to the family.
VICTORIA
June 4, 2012 at 12:00 amPLEASE ACCEPT MY HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES. I HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF BOONE. GOD BLESS WITH FAITH, HOPE & LOVE…
Katie Rowley
June 6, 2012 at 12:00 amThomas McCollough was a close friend of mine, a partner at one point. We fought through life together. I have never met anyone like him, nor will I ever. I am grateful that I got to know him in this life. I am grateful for him. My heart goes out to his family, may you all find peace. Thomas you are missed.