Lorean McCollum

Lorean Y. McCollum, 93, of Payne, passed away Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center.

Lorean was born in Payne on July 28, 1932, a daughter of the late Edith (Betts) & Raymond Burkley.

Lorean was a familiar and cherished presence in her community, having worked as a dedicated bank teller in Payne for over 30 years. Generations of customers were greeted by her warm smile and steady kindness. Lorean also worked for Payne's board of public affairs for 55 years and also at the Paulding Marathon. She served her community on the Payne EMS for over 20 years. Outside of work, she was actively involved in the Ladies American Legion and found joy in simple pleasures—mowing her lawn and many other neighbor's lawns, tending to her flowers, and spending as much time outdoors as she could. She also enjoyed planning and taking bus trips with others around the community. She was a faithful member of the Payne Church of the Nazarene. Lorean held her family close to her heart, she loved them deeply and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Lorean is survived by her children, Terry (Lona) & Shirley (Dan) Workman; brother, Duane Burkley; 4 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; & 2 great great grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter; & siblings, Orlea Seely, Dorce Burkley, Veda Crawford, & Lula Saylor. 

Service is Tuesday, April 7th at 10:30 AM with viewing one hour prior at Dooley Funeral Home, Payne. 

She will be laid to rest in Wiltsie Cemetery. 

Memorials are to Dooley Funeral Home, to help with funeral expenses. 

Fond memories may be shared at dooleyfuneralhome.com.