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Elaine S. Collum

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Elaine Sue Collum, 56, of Fremont, OH passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2016 at Hospice of NW Ohio in Perrysburg. She was born on September 26, 1960 in Fremont, the daughter of Ralph E. and Juanita (Linton) Billow. She was a 1978 graduate of Fremont Ross High School and attended Mt. Vernon Nazarene University.

Elaine married James H. Collum, Jr. on February 8, 1992 at the Fremont Church of the Nazarene and he survives.

Elaine currently worked at Wal-Mart for over twenty-six years. She and her husband Jim owned and operated Action Photos for thirty years doing photography and sales for numerous racers and race tracks, including Attica Raceway Park, Fremont Speedway, Findlay Millstream Speedway, Eldora Speedway and Knoxville, IA since 1989. Elaine was a member of the Fremont Church of the Nazarene and was an active Hockey Mom with the Northwest Eagles. She enjoyed hunting, reading and spending time with her family.

Elaine is survived by her husband of twenty-five years, James H. Collum, Jr.; children, Lisa Foreman, Brendan and Zachary Collum; parents, Ralph and Juanita Billow; brothers, Ronald (Margaret) Billow and Steve (Deborah) Billow all of Fremont, OH, Dennis (Susan) Billow, Berea, OH; mother-in-law, Jean Collum, Elmore, OH; brothers-in-law, Jeff (Nicki) Collum, Gibsonburg, OH and Jon Collum, Elmore, OH.

She was preceded in death by her father-in-law, James H. Collum, Sr.

Visitation: Wednesday from 4 – 8 pm Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St., Fremont, OH.

Memorial Service: Thursday, December 15, 2016, 11:00 am at Fremont Church of the Nazarene, 1925 N. Fifth St. with an hour of visitation prior to the service at the church. Pastor Dan Vickey will officiate.

Memorials: Hospice of NW Ohio or for her children.

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  1. Jim Balentine

    December 12, 2016 at 9:16 pm

    So sad to hear of Elaine’s passing she was a joy to talk to at Fremont and Attica every time I traveled there…her and Jim were always dedicated to capturing the racing action on film….Jim..stay strong as the racing family will be there for you anytime you need comfort…
    Jim BALENTINE Jr…
    Racing photographer
    Youngstown,ohio

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  2. Katrina Weickert

    December 12, 2016 at 10:17 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss. Elaine was a wonderful person and I will truly miss her smiling face at work. She was a fun, loving person who loved her family and was the proudest mom ever!! Heaven gained a very special angel and everyone of you gained a very special Guardian Angel. My thoughts and prayers will continue to be her family during this difficult time. RIP Elaine, you will be missed by all of us.

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  3. Terri Scott

    December 12, 2016 at 10:35 pm

    Sorry for your loss…you both were always very nice to Bryan and I.

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  4. Karen Wiecek

    December 12, 2016 at 11:54 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

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  5. Sharon McCready Haitz

    December 13, 2016 at 12:28 am

    Dennis & Family,
    Love and peace be with you all. So sorry to learn of the loss. It is difficult to say goodbye. Know that Elaine is free and pain free. You will be together again!
    Sharon McCready Haitz

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  6. Todd Ridgeway

    December 13, 2016 at 12:34 am

    So sorry for the family loss of Elaine. She was always a very nice person at the race tracks. God speed to Jim and the children as she will surely be missed. Prayers to the family in this hard time.

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  7. Rick Wiecek, MD

    December 13, 2016 at 12:45 am

    My thoughts and prayers are with you!

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  8. Jeff and Barb Aldrich

    December 13, 2016 at 12:46 am

    Steve, Deb, and Billow and Cullum families, Please accept our sincerest sympathies. May all the happy memories you created together help you through these sorrowful times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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  9. Raquel

    December 13, 2016 at 12:51 am

    Prayers to the family. I am so sorry for your loss. Elaine was a great woman .

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  10. Joe and Fran Darmofal

    December 13, 2016 at 1:02 am

    We extend our sympathy to all of the Collum and Billow families. It was our pleasure to have known Elaine for the past 27 years. From Joe and Fran Darmofal.

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  11. Greg and Shirley Koons

    December 13, 2016 at 2:01 am

    Collin family, so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  12. Becky Stover

    December 13, 2016 at 2:44 am

    I am so sorry for your loss. She was a bright spot in my days the 5 1/2 years I worked at Wal-Mart. Prayers for all of you.

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  13. Jim and Linda (Wilhelm) Schoen

    December 13, 2016 at 2:44 am

    All the Billow family….Sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing. Never had the privilige to meet Elaine’s married family.It has been a longtime since I have seen you all in person. Think of the memories made when we went to the Fremont Nazarene Church. Prayers for strength at this difficult time.

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  14. Susan Davis

    December 13, 2016 at 2:57 am

    I had the honor of helping Elaine battle her disease in her home for a short time, and it was during this time I learned what trying wonderful person she was. Gods speed

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  15. Becki Wagner

    December 13, 2016 at 3:20 am

    Condolences and prayers to the Collum family. May you have God’s comfort and strength during your time of loss.

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  16. Becky Hainline

    December 13, 2016 at 3:52 am

    I am very saddened for your loss. Elaine was a very nice and sweet person and will truly be missed by all who knew her. I will pray that God gives you peace and healing through this difficult time.

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  17. Bruce Bilger

    December 13, 2016 at 4:54 am

    Deb and Steve:

    I am sorry for your loss.
    Prayers for your family.

    Bruce Bilger

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  18. Connie Dagg McCloy

    December 13, 2016 at 6:54 am

    I am so sorry for your loss,you have my sincere condolences.May she Rest in Peace

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  19. Sherri Bradner

    December 13, 2016 at 8:47 am

    Jim, Lisa, Brendan and Zachary…I am so sorry for your loss…Elaine was such a fun and positive person every time I saw her…whether it was running into her at Walmart…at Fremont Speedway or the Portage Inn…she was always interested in what others were doing and willing and wanting to share what was happening with her children…she was very proud of her family! My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

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  20. Bud & Karol Oxley

    December 13, 2016 at 11:23 am

    Deb, Steve, Stacy and Stephanie,

    We are so sorry to hear of your loss.

    Our thoughts and prayers are with your family always.

    Bud & Karol Oxley

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  21. Vicky Ford

    December 13, 2016 at 12:25 pm

    Jimmie,

    My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I am so sorry for your great loss.

    Prayers,

    Vicky

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  22. Nate Colson

    December 13, 2016 at 12:39 pm

    From everyone at KNI PERFORMANCE we send our sincere condolences and sending many prayers to your family. We have enjoyed the amazing photos & productions she helped create over the years. Her bright smile will be truly missed!

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  23. Roger and Margot Glanemann

    December 13, 2016 at 2:23 pm

    Our sincerest condolences to the Billows and relatives. We will have you in our prayers.

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  24. David Steingass

    December 13, 2016 at 6:27 pm

    Jim & Family
    our sincere condolences to Jim and the family on the passing on of Elaine. The many friends you have from the racing and hockey communities will forever cherish the memories of knowing the Collum family.
    Sincerely, Dave &Mary Steingass / Steingass Photos

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  25. sonny and joanne jones

    December 13, 2016 at 6:47 pm

    STEVE and DEBBIE,WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.LOVE TO YOU BOTH

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  26. Mark & Sally Foos

    December 13, 2016 at 7:19 pm

    THE BILLOW and COLLUM FAMILIES

    Sorry to hear about your loss. It is especially difficult this time of year. My Dad died on 06 Dec 1994. So, I know that God will take care of y’all. Our prayers are with you.

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  27. Jeremiah and Mandy Smith

    December 13, 2016 at 11:46 pm

    With our sincere condolences , so truly sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing. Out thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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  28. Mike Campbell

    December 14, 2016 at 3:41 am

    So sorry to hear about this. Elaine was a wonderful woman. Never will forget her food in the infield at Osky each year. Great friend. Thoughts with Jim and family.

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  29. Arlene Tjaden Garvin

    December 14, 2016 at 8:09 am

    Zachary, Brandon, Lisa, Mr. Collum, Ralph , Juanita and families. So sorry to learn of your loss. Prayers and hugs.

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  30. Associated Buyers Inc.

    December 14, 2016 at 1:50 pm

    With Deepest Sympathy

    In your time of sorrow may it ease your pain to know that others are thinking of you.

    Associated Buyers Employees and Their Families
    Edward, Sandra and Donald L. Schultz

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  31. Shelley Smith

    December 14, 2016 at 5:43 pm

    So sorry for your Loss. Elaine was a Wonderful person. A great Mom. We saw her at many Hockey games, she was so proud of all of her Kids. She was their #1 fan and I’m sure she always will be. (A mothers love never dies.) I remember her taking pictures and videos at all our games (Ice Wolves) Not to mention the baking she brought in to our Hockey events. She was a Nice person, I’ll remember her fondly. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

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  32. Brian Neeb / Jerry Perry

    December 14, 2016 at 6:10 pm

    Jim and family. You have our condolences for your loss. Always enjoyed our times at the tracks and the many photos. Elaine will be missed by many because of the many who knew her. RIP and God Speed Elaine.

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  33. Steve Slane

    December 14, 2016 at 7:40 pm

    For Jim, & your entire family, you are in my thoughts & prayers, for comfort & remaining hope to come….

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  34. tammy murray

    December 17, 2016 at 5:36 pm

    Dennis, Sue and family –

    Truly sorry to hear this news. From our talks I know this is affecting you deeply. The memoriam is beautiful. You have my prayers, meditations and heart.

    Tammy

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  35. Lisa McGrady Stewart

    March 28, 2017 at 12:53 pm

    Sorry to hear of Elaine’s passing. I remember her from Fremont Ross, sweet girl. Praying for the family.

    Reply

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