Etta Mae "Queen Etta" Torbert Obituary in Opelika at Harris Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Etta Mae "Queen Etta" Torbert

Funeral service for Etta Torbert, 83, of Opelika, AL, will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Green Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, 390 Lee Road 106, Auburn, AL 36830, Reverend Roland Austin, Pastor, Bishop Kenneth Carter, Officiating.

Mrs. Torbert, who passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024, at her home, was born October 27, 1940, in Lee County, Alabama.

Public viewing will be Friday, October 11, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. The family will be present from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Mrs. Torbert will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to the service.

She leaves to cherish her memory: three children, Shelton (Yvette) Torbert of Madison, AL, Wanda (Walter) Moore of Opelika, AL and Timothy Torbert of Tuskegee, AL; nine grandchildren, Tywanna (Chris) Lewis, Marcus Torbert, Kendravious Torbert, Martavious Torbert, Keyonna Torbert, Shalicia Torbert, Shambria Moore, Demond (Ashley) Moore and Shelton Torbert, Jr.; ten great-grandchildren, Tyasia, Bakari, Taylor, Ty'Quavion, Ashton, Malik, Cameron, Journee, Akelen, and Aryan; two great-great-grandchildren, Messiah and Jaice; a brother-in-law, Harvey (Rosie) Torbert of Opelika, AL; seven sisters-in-law, Gladys Reese, Darlene Torbert both of Flint, MI, Eva Mae Coleman of Winter Garden, FL, Lizzie Jean Ford of Cleveland, OH, Sarah Nell Coleman of Tuskegee, AL, Ezella Torbert and Annie Lou Torbert both of Opelika, AL; two special friends, Ocie Jefferson and Thelma Holcey, a special cousin, Corrine Woodson; faithful and loving caregivers, Geraldine Claybron, Tyra Morgan, Caroline Cook and Tasha Paradise; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

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Carlos F Woods sent Red and White Handled Basket for Etta Mae "Queen Etta" Torbert - October 11, 2024

A powerful,loving mother and Christian has made her way to a life evermore. With love, Carlos Woods

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Lakeita Arrington-Judkins sent Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for Etta Mae "Queen Etta" Torbert - October 10, 2024

Sending Prayers and Condolences to you and your family.
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Alicia Sanders sent The Peace Lily for Etta Mae "Queen Etta" Torbert - October 10, 2024

Wishing we could be there with you while Thanking God for keeping you & giving you strength. With deepest sympathy & love. Your Florida family: Alicia, Tanya, Teresa & Malika.

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Cousin Etta was a truly sweet and kind soul, always uplifting those around her. Her encouragement meant so much to me, and her warmth will be deeply missed. Remembering her spirit brings comfort, and I hope we can cherish the beautiful memories she left behind. Vickie Woodson Jones

To our family my heart is with you during this time. Auntie Ett was a quiet and humble person. I have so many fun memories of her. She came through some tuff times "ButGod". He knows how to deliver. I saw the hand of God give her happiness , joy and well spent time with her immediate family surrounded with love.
Bettie Torbert Pittman Mccomb MS

With deepest sympathy and prayer for the family sorry I wasn't able to make it having Heath issue but my heart is with you all I love your sweet mother and you all

To the Torbert Family, please know you have our deepest sympathies and prayers on the loss of Ms. Etta Mae "Queen Etta" Torbert. May God bless you with peace and wonderful memories. The Perrin Family

My heartfelt condolences to the family of Ms. Etta. She was a sweetheart and will be truly missed! Karen L. Williams

Our deepest sympathy ❤️🙏🏿🕊️ The Carr family

Our deepest sympathy. Praying for peace that surpasses all understanding. Doris Holland & family

My heart aches to hear this news. I'm praying for everyone.
Letha Stenson-Haupert The Stenson Family Society Hill, AL

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We are extending our Prayers to the entire family. May God Bless you all and keep you covered in his blood . 🙏🏽 Remonia Washington Nelms and family.

Our Deepest Condolences to the Torbert Family. Reggie and Priscilla Strickland

To the Torbert Family, we offer sympathy and comfort, with the lighting a candle honoring the life of Etta Mae Torbert, we are praying for you all, God bless you with memories and happiness, and love, and Guidance full of life lessons, God bless you all, W Bryant/ Calloway Family.

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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