Malcolm Jamaal Vasham Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For Malcolm Jamaal Vasham

Malcolm Jamaal Vasham, of Georgia, formerly of Richmond, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son and friend departed this life peacefully at the home of his daughter in Chesterfield, Virginia on January 13, 2025. He was born in Richmond, Virginia on June 29, 1952 to Helen L. Campbell and the late Thomas E. Trent, Sr.

Malcolm's legacy was one of hard work, dedication and a deep love for his family. A proud graduate of Maggie L. Walker High School, he went on to pursue a degree in marketing at J. Sergeant Reynolds Community College. His career spanned various roles, from his time with R.L. Polk Publishing to his entrepreneurial ventures, including his own business, AT&C Hauling. He also worked as a marketing consultant and as an independent contractor with FEMA, all while maintaining an unshakable spirit of independence and creativity.

His love for life was reflected in his many passions. He had a deep fascination with vintage cars, attending jazz festivals, traveling the world and supporting his beloved Atlanta Falcons. But above all, Malcolm’s true passion lay in his family. He was a devoted husband to his wife Janet, a loving and supportive father to his children and a doting grandfather to his seven grandchildren. As the eldest son, he cherished every moment spent with his mother, often surprising her with gifts and visits, always showing his love in thoughtful and generous ways. He had a special bond with his nieces and nephews, who lovingly referred to him as “Uncle Bob,” and his friends, many of whom affectionately called him “Rolex.”

In addition to his father, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Leslie James and two brothers, Thomas E. Trent, Jr. and Keith “Peanut” Trent.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Janet Vasham; mother, Helen L. Campbell; children, Keisha (Emerson) Lopez, Josh Barrett and Jessica Gibson; seven grandchildren, Rajan, Caleb, Reagan, Yasmyne, Yesenia, Javier and Jumare; great-grandchild, Jumare Khairi; a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins and numerous dear friends.

Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. where viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, January 23 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Livestreaming at scottsfuneralhome.com

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Cindy planted 10 trees in memory of Malcolm Jamaal Vasham . - February 01, 2025

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Ronald McDuffie sent Pink Tribute Spray for Malcolm Jamaal Vasham - January 21, 2025

Rest in Peace Brother Malcom Ronald McDuffie and Jannie Adams

Rose M. Worthy sent Traditional Floor Basket for Malcolm Jamaal Vasham - January 20, 2025

Rest in peace my dear brother Malcolm, My prayers go out to the family,
Rose M. Worthy

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With deepest condolences.—James and Jennifer Johnson

Sheila Govan sent The Peace Lily for Malcolm Jamaal Vasham - January 17, 2025

Sincere condolences and prayers for the family Sheila Govan and Crystal Ugbesia

Raynette Carter planted 5 trees in memory of Malcolm Jamaal Vasham . - January 22, 2025

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My condolences to his wife Janet and the family. Malcolm was a dear friend of mine in Atlanta for many years. He was a true friend and there for me especially during some challenging times in my life. He will be truly missed. Gone but never forgotten 🙏🕊❤️

Sherry Johnson

You know, they say you can measure a person's life by the lives they've touched. By that measure, Malcolm lived an extraordinary life. He was a trusted confidant, a brilliant business partner, a dedicated volunteer, and above all, a true friend. Malcolm, my friend, you will be deeply missed. The world is a little less bright without you in it, but I know your legacy lives on in all the lives you've touched and the people you've helped along the way. Thank you for being my friend for 35 remarkable years. Rest in peace my brother. Eric Pankey & Family

You know, they say you can measure a person's life by the lives they've touched. By that measure, Malcolm lived an extraordinary life. He was a trusted confidant, a brilliant business partner, a dedicated volunteer, and above all, a true friend. Malcolm, my friend, you will be deeply missed. The world is a little less bright without you in it, but I know your legacy lives on in all the lives you've touched and the people you've helped along the way. Thank you for being my friend for 35 remarkable years. Rest in peace.

"I have been deeply saddened by the passing of Malcolm Jamaal Vasham. He was a truly kind and thoughtful person who always brought a sense of warmth to me and my family. I'll always remember how his laughter would echo every time we saw him and the way he'd stop to chat, offering encouragement and a listening ear. He had a gift for making those around him feel seen and valued. I feel incredibly fortunate to have known him, and my thoughts are with his wife, family, and loved ones during this time."

Alisa Boyd

We will continue to keep your family in our prayers. Love, Larry, Jennifer, & Jai Ryder

My sincere condolences thoughts and prayers to you and your family.love monica

Our condolences to you Auntie Janet and the Vasham family. We pray you find comfort in the Lord and your good memories. With Love, Chanelle, Kenny, Maverick, and Margaux Lee

Chanelle Lee

Sending our condolences to Aunt Janet and the Vasham family. May GOD give us strength during these difficult times. Rest in peace Uncle Malcolm 💕. Kerry and Carla

To Janet and Vasham family our heartfelt condolences to you and your family From Wayne D Ragin Sr and family Arlene R Washington and Family ❤️🙏

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Auntie I'm so sorry I can't be there with you today. Nevertheless I send you & The Vasham family my Deepest sympathy during this difficult time. Janet, May the love & support of family and friends provide you strength in the days ahead as you mourn the loss of your husband. Know that we love you dearly... Wanda, Dexter & Your Sister Annie (Manning, SC)

Greetings family, Please accept our sincere condolences as you celebrate the life and legacy of your dearly beloved one, Malcolm...I've known Malcolm for 11 years and he's been truly a wonderful friend (My Dude), There was nothing Malcolm would not give you if you asked him...He loved his family dearly, he shared many conversation about his amazing family and how special they were to him... There are many things in life we cannot understand but we must trust God's judgment and be guided by His Hand...All who have God's blessing can rest safely in His care, for He promised safe passage on the wings of faith and prayer. May God comfort each of you...May His love sustain and guide you, His presence light your way beyond the clouds that gather to a peaceful and brighter day. Good day my brother, good day my friend, we love you, we will see you again...RIP Good night...Thomas Flowers

Family, please accept our sincere condolences during your season of grief, Malcolm was truly a wonderful friend, who did not mind sharing what ever he had with others, we shared 11 wonderful years together...Malcolm loved his wife, mother, daughters , grands and his son-in-law, we shared many conversation about his amazing family...He will be greatly missed...There are many things in life we cannot understand, But we must trust God's judgment and be guided by His Hand...All who have God's blessings can rest safely in His care...For He promised safe passage on the wings of faith and prayer. May God comfort each of you...May His love sustain and guide you, His presence light your way beyond the clouds that gather to a peaceful and brighter day...Good day my brother, good day my friend, we love you, we will see you again...Rest in Peace.

Rolex, I will miss your smile ridding that bike to my house as we stood at the front laughing about life. I remember all the Falcon Parties you let me tag along to, they were fun. The times we sat on your back porch and my deck will be missed Janet my prayers are with you and the family. My heart is also broken. May God give you strength in your our of need. I am here for you! Love Emerald Sherwood Oaks Neighbor

May the love and support of those around you bring you comfort. My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. Love Always your sister Mable Dupree&Family

It is with a heavy heart that I write this message. Malcolm and I have been friends for almost 35 years. He has been a part of my family almost since day one, and he will be deeply missed. My kids called him Mr. Malcolm, my wife called him my crazy friend, and I called him my FRIEND – with all capital letters, because that's exactly what he was. Malcolm had a special way of becoming family to everyone he met. His warmth, his spirit, and his presence made every moment brighter. To his beloved wife, his dear mother, and his entire family, please know that our hearts are with you during this difficult time. While words cannot ease your pain, I hope you find some comfort in knowing how many lives Malcolm touched and how deeply he was loved. We will all miss him terribly. May your precious memories of Malcolm bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy and love, The Pankey Family

My deepest sympathy to you Janet on the home going of your husband, Malcolm. Your Love for him and loyalty was amazing to me, at a time when you were my nurse for several years. I looked at you over the years and understood what God's Love really is. May God bless you, your family and Malcolm family always. Ms. Roland and family

Janet and the Vasham Family I'm sending my Condolences and Prayers to you all, Malcolm will be deeply missed by many. Know that God is always in control and makes no mistakes. Cast your cares on the Lord and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous fall. - Psalm 55:22

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. MalcolmP was a wonderful person who touched the lives of many. May you find strength and solace in the memories you shared together.
Pia Ivey

I met Malcolm about 32 years ago. We were doing business together in job recruiting. I learned a lot about business from Malcolm that I still apply to this day. He was always kind and soft spoken but yet full of wisdom. He had a mild sense of humor yet serious when needed to be. We lost contact over the years due to me moving out of the country. That was before social media. I was honored to meet his beautiful wife Janet when we met for dinner around COVID. I'll miss you Malcolm but I know we'll meet again when it's my time to crossover. R.I.P. June AKA Scot.

Dear Janet & Vasham family , I want extend warm wishes of peace to you all. Malcomn was truly unique with a great sense of humor & wit. He will always be remembered and missed for unique caring man he was. So sorry for your loss , Dawn Crawford Thomas

Much prayers for my sweet twin sister Janet & the entire Vasham family, brother n law will be missed.... our birthday celebration & especially the holidays😇🙏🏽 rip..... your sister n law —Janice Tindal 💔🙏🏽

Janet, With Heartfelt sympathy on your loss. May God comfort and keep you in his arms during this difficult time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 🙏 Rest in peace Malcolm, You will be missed. Dee Avery

Sending our condolences, from Katrina and Jason Jones and family. We're going to miss you Uncle Malcolm❤️rest in peace.Love you Aunt Janet❤️ may God strengthen you and the rest of the family.

My deepest condolences to Janet and the Vashaun family. I met Malcom over 25 when my son and I moved from college in Louisiana. He took us under his wing like family. Now my son will be 29 this year so that tells you how long we've been friends. What I will always remember about Malcolm is that he always had a giving heart. I would be the one to skip out on church bc I always hosted New Year's Eve parties and he and Janet would come by my house, he would give me a church envelope with "See you in church next year". (smile) we would laugh bc he knew I wouldn't come bc I would be having another party. I kept those two envelopes and have them behind my tv on my wall to this day. Way from 2013-2014 bc they meant so special to me. It was a sign. This year I was at home for new year by myself thinking about how grateful god is to have put some amazing people in my life at my young 20 something year life to now almost 50. I respected him dearly. He was a funny man but oh so smart!
Years later My brother moved down here from Arkansas and worked for Malcolm and they fought like cats and dogs but they became great friends. I know he will miss him as well.
Rest well our dear fried Malcolm "Rolex" J. Vashaun you will be dearly miss. Janet my strength is will you on this journey of grief. Please know that although words will never heal but I am here for you. Shelly #DECATUR

Sincere condolences and prayers for the family Calvin & Valencia Brown

Condolences to the Vasham Family and sending so much love to my Aunt Janet!
Love Your Niece, Kiera

Rest in peace Malcolm, you will be missed, especially when the family have their gatherings. May God give our family the strength and peace in the time of our bereavement love Thomas and Elaine Walker

🙏🏾❤️R.I.P Love you Unk Love you Auntie 💔 From nephew Andre Boyd

Condolences to the Vasham Family and sending so much love to my Aunt Janet!
Love Your Niece, Kiera

I met Malcolm about 28 years ago and bonded over the love of classic cars. His down to earth personality made it easy to connect. My heart breaks, but I am so grateful to have known him and I'm a better person because of it. My love and condolences to Janet and family. —James

Sending condolences to the family. May God give you strength and comfort during your grieving time. Debra, Atlanta Ga

My dearest Malcolm, I will never forgive you. I always love you and keep you in my heart. Thank you for the memories. Thank you for the laughter and thank you for the great times. Love always Rhonda!

Peace, Unc! I was super shocked when I received the news of your passing. However, I was happy to know that The Lord just gained a new, beautiful angel. May your soul rest in peace! 🕊️

Those we love and lose are always connected to us by heartstrings into infinity. Like a bird singing in the rain, may the grateful memories of Malcolm bring you peace and stay in your heart always. We are so sorry for your loss. With love, Bernard & Barbara Marion

My condolences to Janet and the Vasham family. Malcom's beautiful smile and crazy sense of humor will never be forgotten. I appreciate my friendship over the years. Malcom enjoyed life and lived his life abundantly and he loved having a good time! I'm going to miss seeing all of the beautiful pictures of Malcom and his beautiful wife Janet on their awesome vacations and styling around town in their little classic ford car. Rest in peace my friend!

You and your family are in my thoughts as you grieve this loss. As the days go by, may God give you strength and comfort. Debra S. Atlanta

Malcom, may you rest in peace. Janet and family, may God keep his loving arms of comfort around each and everyone of you 🙏🏾

Condolences for the passing of Malcolm. We send our deepest sympathies for yu Ma and everyone that has been touched by Malcolm's presence. Sending strength to the whole family from Oklahoma.
From Brandon, Summer, Talia, Antonio Thomas, and Wynter Lewis.

Our sincere condolences to Janet and all the family. Prayers and strength to you all.
Jean & Andrew Jackson
RiP Malcolm

Our sincere condolences to Janet & the entire Family May God give you all COMFORT, STRENGTH, & PEACE. God Bless, Lewis & Melody Bingham

Malcolm,Malcolm,Malcolm. I'm in disbelief. You're one of my most dearest friends. I will always remember you as being a classy,sharp dresser.You always brought joy and laughter whenever we talked. You will always have a place in my heart. I remember when you first met Janet. I was so happy for you two. Every time we talked I always asked about her. I thank God for allowing Janet to tell me about your passing. Thank you Janet! No more suffering my friend. We'll meet again. Until then RIH Malcolm from your dear friend Clarissa Williams

Rest well Uncle Malcolm. Aunt Janet and the entire Vasham family, we grieve with you. May God give you peace and strength to endure now and in the time ahead. Love you all. Lois and Kelvin