Patricia A. McCollum

Rosemary's Babies Company is deeply saddened at the sudden passing of our Founding Board Member, Patricia A. McCollum. Ms. Pat was a mentor to our founder/CEO Rosemary and a staunch supporter of the Rosemary's Babies mission from its earliest beginnings, 8 years ago, to her last day. She spent her life teaching and educating the community about trauma and witnessed the remarkable success stories of RBC Teen Parents who saw her as a shining example of breaking barriers and leaving a legacy.

Her legacy lives on in the new Holloway House and Resource Center in “Pat's Kids Room," named in honor of her service to the community, her inspiration to Teen Parents, and her love that she gave abundantly to all who knew her. We are grateful that last fall, Ms. Pat was able to attend a Dedication at the Holloway House to see the transformation of our new home in North Avondale and it is with a very heavy heart that, soon, we will open this new space without her among us to see the first parent walk through our doors.

Patricia McCollum, LISW will live on in RBC every time we break a barrier, every time a Teen Parent says "I Can", and every time we choose love as our legacy.

Sincerely,

Rodsha Belser, Board Chair

RBC Board of Leaders

Dr. Rosemary Oglesby-Henry, Founder/CEO