Terry’s Metropolitan Mortuary | Talladega, AL

Obituary For Felicia Ayers Walker Storey

A celebration of life for Felicia Ayers Storey, 60, of Sylacauga will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at Mt. Canaan Baptist Church. Dr. Horace L. Patterson, Sr. will deliver the eulogy. Interment will be in Kelly Springs Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Storey will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. Visitation will be from 1-7 p.m. on Monday, February 27, 2023, at the funeral home.

Felicia Ayers Storey was born to the late James Ayers and Dorothy Ayers Martin on February 27, 1962, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

She was educated in the public school systems of Tuscaloosa City School. Attending Central Elementary, Tuscaloosa Jr. High School, Druid High School and graduating in 1980 from Central High School. Graduating with honors from Shelton State Junior College, she received a Presidential Scholarship to the University of Montevallo where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work. Later, she attended the University of Alabama receiving a Master degree from the School of Social Work. She received many honors during her professional career including "50 People Who Shape the State," and "20/20 Women Who Make a Difference." She also worked as an adjunct professor at Talladega College. She was a lifetime member of ASC.

She confessed Christ at an early age and joined Weeping Mary Baptist Church where she served in the junior choir and on the junior usher board. Upon moving to Talladega, she joined Mt. Canaan Baptist Church where she served as Sunday School Superintendent and Financial Secretary. She was also a member of the Deaconess.

After graduating from the University of Montevallo, she was employed by the Presbyterian Home for Children, and moved to Talladega, Alabama in 1985 where she continued to work in various positions for thirty-eight years until her passing.

She was preceded in death by her father, James Ayers; stepfather, Curley Martin; grandfather, Charlie Ayers, Sr.; grandmother, Eunice Ayers; stepbrother, Curley Wallace; and uncles, Charlie Ayers, Jr., Jimmy Ayers and Lorenzo Gay.

She leaves to cherish her memories: a loving and devoted husband of seven years, James Storey; her mother, Dorothy Ayers Martin, a stepson, Larry Storey of Talladega, Alabama; a stepbrother, Joshua Martin of Tuscaloosa, Alabama; two sisters-in-law, Betty Flemming of Talladega, Alabama and Mary Lynn (Jimmy) Jones of Jonesboro, Georgia; five stepsisters, Brenda (Billy) McKey of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Tina Wallace of Birmingham Alabama, Michelle Wallace of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Tabitha Martin of Phoenix, Arizona and Kimberly Cunningham of Mandan, North Dakota; her grandfather, Reverend David Gay, Sr. of Tuscaloosa, Alabama; four uncles, Reverend David (Flora) Gay Jr. of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Readie (Bessie) Ayers of Detroit, Michigan, Perry (Lora) Ayers of Tucson, Arizona and Amos (Selma) Ayers of St. Petersburg, Florida; seven aunts, Dora (Wesley) Jones, Flora Martin and Ruby Hutton of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Marylyn Creer of New Orleans, Louisiana, Deborah (Woody) Davis of Jackson, Mississippi, Ethel Clark of Baltimore, Maryland, Betty Harrell of San Diego, California, Earlean Ayers and Margaret Ayers of Tuscaloosa, Alabama; five grandchildren, Trinity, DeKorean, Caleb, Joshua and Kennadi; one great grandson, Legacy; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Guest Book

To Mr. James and family, I send my deepest sympathy. Felicia was a beloved colleague and friend. I had the honor of serving with her on a committee representing Residential Foster Care Providers across the State of Alabama, AACCA. Felicia's legacy will not only be determine by her career but by the measure of her charater, the strength of her dignity and the depth of her compassion. She was a capable and intelligent women who generously gave to others. One of the things that I loved most about her was her swift tongue, she always had something funny to say! She was kind, full of wisdom, and knowledge. Mr. James, I am sending prayers and strength for this next season of life. In Loving Support, LeiLani Sanders

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Our sincerest condolences to James and the entire family during this difficult time. We are praying for you all. Remember and cherish the good and happy times. R.R. Moton High School Alumni Association.Willie D. Nix

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To the family of the late Mrs. Felicia Ayers Walker Storey. With Love and Sympathy from the Weeping Mary Baptist Church Family. Rev. Ricky J. McKinney Pastor, Tuscaloosa, AL.

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My heartfelt condolences to James and family.

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My heartfelt condolences to James and family.

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My heartfelt condolences to James and family.

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Felicia was family and will always be loved dearly. She had a great sense of humor but would not hesitate to call you out in the most loving way. As I (Robert) grew through adolescence, she always supported and showed love for me and my brother; our family in general. Our conversations and visits continued through college, early adulthood, and even while I began to build my own family unit. We are thankful to have known her. She will be forever be carried within our hearts. Condolences to all of her loved ones, for we are many. Love, Robert and LaClaire Douglass, Arabella, Ellington, Delilah, and Chancellor ROLL TIDE...

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Felicia and I grew up together at Weeping Mary Baptist Church in Tuscaloosa, AL. Both active in Church activities. She was a great friend. Always greeting you with a smile! Rest well my friend. Rest...

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RIP, My Friend, we can't been contact for a while but I always carried you in my heart as a friend to the End. My prayers and condolences goes out to your family and your Mom Too! Love your Friend, Clover Sealy 💕🍀🙏🙏🙏

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James(Husband), we were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your beloved wife Felicia Storey. Losing a partner is an immeasurable loss, and our heart goes out to you during this incredibly difficult time. Felicia was an extraordinary person who profoundly impacted the lives of those around her. Her kind heart, her infectious smile, and her unwavering strength were an inspiration to everyone who knew her. Her passing is a loss not only to you and your family but to the entire community. We know that no words can ease the pain of losing someone you love so much, but please know that you are not alone. You have the love and support of your family and friends, and you are in the thoughts and prayers of so many. May the memories you shared together bring you comfort and peace, and may you find the strength to navigate through this difficult time. Please accept our heartfelt condolences and know that we are here for you if you need anything. With deepest sympathy, Michael & Angela Height

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My deepest sympathy goes out to the family Lucille Williams & Family

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My deepest sympathy goes out to the family

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MONICA BAILEY AND FAMILY

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MAY YOU RIP SWEET LOVELY "FEFE" MY PRAYERS, CONDOLENCES AND LOVE GO OUT TO HER MOTHER AND ALL FAMILY MEMBERS🙏🙏🙏😪😪

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Sending our condolences to Felicia's family... may you be wrapped in the love and strength of Jesus. May you find comfort in knowing that Mrs. Felicia is in the arms of Almighty God... she touched my life in more ways than she will ever know... she was a dear, sweet, Godly woman that will be missed but please know she touched many and made an everlasting impact that will not be forgotten... with great sympathy RIP Mrs. Felicia.....sending thoughts and prayers Billy and Renay Reed

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Our deepest sympathies to all the family - we loved Falecia - and shared a love for foster children. She was a wonderful, loving, Godly, and brilliant woman. You are all in my prayers. Jim Wright, Childhaven.

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To Felicia Walker Storey family my God wrap his loving arms around you all and comfort you. The PHC family (past and present) will miss her dearly.

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To James, Mrs Martin and all the family and many friends of Felicia, you have all my love and sympathy to you. I have been and will continue to pray for all of you. Felicia was my oldest friend and so very dear to me as she was to so many. May beautiful memories of her live on in all our hearts.

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I have known Felicia, beloved child of God, since we served on the board of the University of Alabama Social Work Society in the early 90's and more recently as a member of the PHFC Board. She has always been the consummate professional using her brilliant mind for the good of the"least of these." Serving with humility, grace and dignity, she was respected by all. Onlly a few of us also got to see that wicked sense of humor. Fly high on your angel wings my friend.

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Our deepest condolences to those that have been affected by this. She is now looking into the eyes of Jesus, and He has promised to care for those left behind, here on earth, and to heal the brokenhearted.

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My Deepest Sympathy and Condolences to the Family, An Angel has Gained Her Wings,Rest In Power Felicia,You will be missed 💜💜💜 Valerie Stockdale and Family

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Send our deepest sympathies to the Storey family and the Mt. Canaan Baptist Church family. Felicia will truly be missed.

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Condolences to the families of Felecia A storey. Helen Millender and the girls at Robinson.

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Condolences to the families of Felecia Ayers Walker Storey. I share your loss. Felecia was one that will surely be missed. Although she is gone, she will forever be in our hearts. Look to the hills for your help, you will find it. Felecia is resting in GOD'S holy arms. Family, we love you.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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