He was a forester with the US Fish and Wildlife Service. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by one brother, Charles Richard (Ricky) Kellum and son James Brandon Kellum. Jamie enjoyed fishing, forestry, college football/baseball and was an avid Razorback fan.
Survivors include his wife, Cheryllyn Kellum of Covington, LA, two sisters, Diane Smith of Hot Springs; Cherie Prince of Monticello; one son Michael Kellum of Conway; two daughters, Brandy May of Conway; Jessica McLarrin of Maumelle; nine grandchildren.
Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, February 5, 2017 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(24)
Danny & Yvette Jansen
VALLEY PARK, MS Friday, April 7, 2017 Dear CJ and Michael, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are saddened by your loss and our loss. We will remember the good times beaver trapping on White River with Jamie, and being your neighbors on the refuge. Love, Danny and YvetteMARK L. HAYNES
monticello, AR Monday, February 6, 2017 DIANE AND CHERIE, SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR BROTHER AND NEPHEW. MAY OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN GIVE YOU PEACE AND COMFORT AT THIS TIME.Ray Paterra
Cambridge, MD Saturday, February 4, 2017 Taken way to soon.Patricia Strain
Almyra, AR Saturday, February 4, 2017 Jamie was a friend to all who knew him. I will always remember him as a good person and a great father! So sorry! Prayers for peace and comfort and healing for the family!Ricky ONeill
Warren, AR Saturday, February 4, 2017 He will surely be missed!!! Great person and friend!!!Eddie Puckett
Porterville, MS Saturday, February 4, 2017 R.I.P. Jamie old buddy!Betty and Lynn Dawson
Ethel, AR Saturday, February 4, 2017 Thank you Jamie for being a great friend to my son like he was your own. Our sympathy and prayers to all.Lesa carpenter etheredge
Fortsmith, AR Saturday, February 4, 2017 I am so sorry my prayer are with youBrian Roy Lockhart
Lake Village, AR Saturday, February 4, 2017 You were one of my best friends in addition to a cherished bottomland hardwood colleague. I will always remember our forest ecology and silviculture discussions in the woods, over the phone or when driving to meetings. I am a better forester because of you. You will be greatly missed, old friend.Peggy & Jeff Denman
Hensley, AR Friday, February 3, 2017 Jamie was a great wildlife-forester and a great friend. He knew everything about the woods that I didn't know, teaching me many things. We will all miss him.Gregg Gentry
Hornbeck, LA Friday, February 3, 2017 We're a long ways from 1988 Jamie. I wish we were back in the swamp brother, those were some fun times together with Benjamin Kinney, John Greene and all those other guys. Sad to hear of your passing. Godspeed old friend and for now, get on down that line!Benjamin Kinney
Humansville, MO Friday, February 3, 2017 Good friend good father good man we all will miss.Danny 7 (BOONE) KILGORE
Jeanerette, LA Friday, February 3, 2017 Haliburton doodlebug days u will be missefLUTHER RAY CLARK
MORTON, MS Friday, February 3, 2017 Lot's of great times. I will remember you always ... R.I.P.John C Green
Crowley, LA Friday, February 3, 2017 R I P Jamie... will miss you my ole friend We had some good times Doodlebugging, I won't forget... my heartfelt condolences to the familyLisa Landry
Slidell, LA Friday, February 3, 2017 I am so very sorry for your loss. Cheryllyn, you and I spoke a few times in the front office at FWS in Lacombe when I was employed there. Jamie was always a spirited and pleasant guy to talk with. He helped me out with my job whenever I needed it and I am thankful for the opportunity to have known him. His love for his job and his family were evident. I know he touched alot of lives and will be missed. Blessings to Jamie's entire family. R.I.P. my friend.Bart & Katherine
Carmi, IL Thursday, February 2, 2017 Sorry for your lossJay Jarrett
Monticello, AR Tuesday, January 31, 2017 Rest in peace my friend. Prayers to his familyMargie
Monticello, AR Monday, January 30, 2017 So sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers.Sharon Shook McIntyre
Titusville, FL Monday, January 30, 2017 Dear Dee Dee, Cherrie, & Family,I am so sorry to hear about Jamie & his son. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts & prayers at this very sad time.
In Christian Love & Friendship,
Sharon Shook McIntyre
Sharon Ellis
Safety Harbor, FL Monday, January 30, 2017 Dear Old Friend ,I knew you back when you were young
we laughed, we played and now its done.
May you be at peace and given wings to fly.
You shall be missed - 0h how this made me cry.
God Bless You Jamie
Sue Dye Taylor
Denver, CO Sunday, January 29, 2017 Praying for peace to bring each of you comfort, the courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. May you take comfort by the outpouring of love surrounding each of you. Each memory that you hold of Jamie is now a treasure in your hearts. With heartfelt sympathy, SueKaren Brpwn
Hot Springs, AR Sunday, January 29, 2017 My heart goes out to you all. I ask God to spread his blanket of love and peace on you at this time. Dee Dee, my friend, know that I am here for you always.Kay McClain Worbington
Monticello, AR Saturday, January 28, 2017 DeDe, Sherry and other family members, I cannot begin to imagine the sadness you are experiencing now. You have my sympathy and prayers. I am so sorry for the loss of your loved ones!