Donald McCollum

Nov. 6, 1930 - Nov. 25, 2024

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Donald Carruth McCollum was born on November 6, 1930, in Baltimore, Maryland and died on November 25, 2024, in Portland, Oregon. A dedicated physicist, educator, husband, father, and friend, Donald lived a life filled with passion, curiosity, and love. Donald earned his PhD in Physics from UC Berkeley in 1960. He went on to teach physics at UC Riverside for 34 years, from 1958 to 1992, where he also served as Associate Dean for the Graduate Division. Donald was deeply committed to making physics accessible to non-science majors, a passion that earned him a teaching award from the College of Physical Sciences. He was also renowned on campus for his "Mr. Wizard" productions at annual open houses, which were enthusiastically attended and featured in local newspapers. It was at UC Riverside where Donald met his wife, Carol Resco, who was head of the UCR Physical Sciences Library. The two married in 1985 and remained devoted to each other for nearly 40 years. Together, they raised two children, Sarah and Paul, creating a home filled with love and laughter. In 1994, the family moved to Beaverton, Oregon, where Donald embraced his role as a stay-at-home dad. He dedicated himself to his children,

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