Harris Funeral Home, Inc. | Opelika, AL

Obituary For Selma Mac "Lil Sister" Harris Manley

Graveside service for Selma Manley, 77, of Opelika, AL, formerly Hurtsboro, AL, will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 25, 2020, at Andrew Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, 72 Battle Road, Hurtsboro, AL 36860, Reverend Roland Austin.

Mrs. Manley, who passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at her home in Opelika, AL, was born July 18, 1943 in Russell County, Alabama.

Public viewing for Mrs. Manley will be Friday, July 24, 2020, from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Survivors include: two daughters, Jacqueline Diana (Johnny) Pinkard of Opelika, AL and Charlene Denise Miller of East Chicago, IN; three sisters, Thelma (Ira) Covington of Opelika, AL, Susie Smith and Shirley Ann Smith both of Cocoa Beach, FL; three brothers, Elmo Harris, RL (Earlie Mae) Smith both of Hurtsboro, AL and Keith (Cherrel) Williams of Hampton, GA; six grandchildren, Justin Pinkard, Zykeria Pinkard of Opelika, AL, Lauryn Pinkard of Auburn, AL, Charlanae Matthews, Kira Miller and Kara Lee Miller IV all of East Chicago, IN; one great-grandchild, Malachi Mandel Jeremyh Matthews of East Chicago, IN; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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Guest Book

Selma Manley will be missed by us. A relative, friend, caregiver and woman with love for all people. You opened your home up to us in Oplekia. You will be missed. Our condolence to the family.

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Ms. Selma will truly be missed. I enjoyed the time we spent together at Community Market. Great spirit, compassionate and had a genuine love for all people. With deepest sympathy Elsie Lott.

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Dear Lil Sister, Thank you over the years being a great cousin to us!!! I'm still shedding tears in disbelief. We all know God makes no mistakes. When I talked to you on Sunday you were saying see you later. We Love you, LINDA

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Jackie & family, your mom's beautiful smile, kindness & sweet spirit will be sorely missed around Green Chapel. With heartfelt sympathy our thoughts & prayers go out to each of you. A. Joyce Gentry & family

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Omg Ms, Selma you pierced my ears when I was little New Addition love. My sincere and deepest condolences.

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To The Harris & Manley No words can wipe away your tears or express the void that we are feeling. However, God can strengthen each and every one of you as the time passes. May WE ALL let Selma Mac "Lil Sister" Harris Manley's memories be our road to recovery to heal. -The Smith, Wynn, Tyson & Jefferson Families

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Sorry we couldn't make it to the service. Sending our deepest condolences to the family. Sending out prayers from your Florida family. Love you all. -Dorothy and Ray Pugh

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Mom, words cannot express my emotions right now. My heart hurt and I yearn for you. I've been listening to your voice every day of my life. I know you are watching down on me, Jackie and the kids. Saying "always be good no matter what because God has your reward waiting on you". Thank you for your kind spirit, your wisdom and teaching us to be the best persons that we can. You loved us in your best ways. Love you Mom, Bye for now Charlene

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From Debra Collier (Charlene's Dear Friend): It was a long time before I knew what Selma's name was. From the day I met her, to me she was 'Ma'... and that's what I called her. She was sitting on Charlene's porch one day, who also is my door neighbor as well as my good friend) and me and Selma started to talk. ( We couldn't stop). We bonded right away. I loved her stories and her wit and wisdom. Even now when I think of some of our conversations, I find myself smiling through my tears. I always looked forward to her visits, her smile and her sweet spirit. May God bless her family with the loving peace, grace and strength that only He can provide during this time. Will miss you Ma. Love you always...

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Love and Will Miss Ya Auntie -Qwan

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