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Obituary For Gracie Lujean Beasley Hunter
Funeral service for Gracie Hunter, 84, of Salem, AL, will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Creekstand Freewill Non-Denominational Church, 672 Lee Road 40, Opelika, AL, 36801 with interment in the church cemetery, Bishop Henry Ligon, Officiating and Pastor Johnny Freeman, Eulogist.
Mrs. Hunter, who passed away Friday, October 23, 2026 at the Bethany House in Auburn, Alabama, was born May 19, 1942, in Lee County, Alabama.
Public viewing will be Friday, October 30, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. โ 6:00 p.m.
Mrs. Hunter will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to the service.
She leaves to cherish her memory: four children, Pastor Johnny (Evangelist Dorothy) Freeman, Mary Jean Core both of Salem, AL, Lee Freeman of Opelika, AL and Willie (Patricia) Freeman of Phenix City, AL; ten grandchildren, Demetria Jones, Monique (Michael) Sinclair, Jonquez Freeman, Laquisha Lewis, Leandre (Katie) Core, Michael (Loren) Richmond, Felicia Freeman, Brittany Richmond, Forrez (Kristen) Core and Morel Core; twenty-five great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; one sister, Mavis Williams of Phenix City, AL; two brothers, Ralph (Carolyn) Beasley of Phenix City, AL and Aaron Beasley of Columbus, GA; three stepchildren, Deborah Hunter-Sawyer, Brenda Mooney both of Portsmouth, VA and Nathaniel Brown of Orlando, FL; three step-sisters, Wyrene Jones of Rochester, NY, Rosie Moore of Orlando, FL and Nellie Bacon of Atlanta, GA; two step-brothers, Roosevelt (Nellie) Henderson of Opelika, AL and Frank (Christine) Gilmore of Syracuse, NY; two sisters-in-law, Shirley Beasley of Opelika, AL and Lorraine Hunter of Salem, AL; two brothers-in-law, Elmer (Alice) Hunter of Salem, AL and Jerry (Carolyn) Hunter of Gary, IN; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
The family of Gracie Lujean Beasley Hunter acknowledges with grateful appreciation all acts of kindness, prayers, cards, telephone calls, flowers, and words of comfort extended to us during our time of bereavement. Special thanks to Compassus Hospice Staff for caring for our mother. May God bless each of you.
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Bragg Avenue Church Of Christ sent Precious Heart Bouquet for Gracie Lujean Beasley Hunter - November 01, 2026
The Bragg Avenue Church Of Christ Remembers Your Loved One Today With The Hope That God Strengthens You After The Loss Of Your Beloved Family Member...
Lynn Adkins Strickland & Family sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for Gracie Lujean Beasley Hunter - October 30, 2026
There are not enough words to express my feelings for the passing of the Lady who took the place of my biological mother. To Johnny, Lee, Willie and Mary, thank you all for sharing her with me. RIP...
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Frank and Vickie Best sent The Loving Light Dishgarden for Gracie Lujean Beasley Hunter - October 29, 2026
May God comfort you. Frank and Vickie Best Jaqueline Best Brad Taylor
Our condolences to the Family of our cousin Gracie. We're lifting yall up in prayer.
Condolences, prayers to the family...Sorry for your loss
Prayers of comfort for you, Mary and your family! God is holding ma'ma now, and she is a peace โค๏ธ
GRACIE I MISS YOU SOOOO MUCH. YOU & DAD WERE HILARIOUS ๐ EVERYONE THAT CAME WITH ME TO ALABAMA FEEL IN LOVE WITH YOU - ESPECIALLY KEN. GONNA MISS THAT WONDERFUL STUFFING!!!! MISS YOU & LOVE YOU GREATLYโก
To Mary, and family may God give you all comfort and strength during this difficult time . May peace and love be upon you all each and every. And always remember that God is our refuge and strength a very present help in troubled. ( PSALM 46:1 ) keeping you and your extended family in our deepest prayers ๐๐พ ๐๐พ๐๐พ Edward & Jackie Sparks
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Johnny and Family: Your Mother was one of the sweetest Christian ladies I've even known, as she took care of my mom when she suffered with Alzheimer's. She cared for her for several years and was a part of our family during that time as well! Cherish all the great memories I know you have! Know that you will see her again!! Loved you, dear Gracie!!
Willie and Patricia Freeman & Family please know we are praying with you that God will give you the strength you need during this difficult time.
There is a bridge that takes us home, we cannot walk around. When we see God's outstretched hand, we know we are homeward bound. We must not grieve when loved ones leave, only God knows what is best. When our work on Earth is done, we must cross the bridge of rest.
With Deep Sympathy, Dinah & Reese Family
Sorry for the your lost, with deepest condolences and prayers. Milton&Smith family
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Aunt Gracie, you have always been more than an Aunt to me, you were my second mother. The matriarch of this family, you guided me, loved me and taught me so many things that helped shaped the person I am today. I am truly going to miss you but I rest better knowing you are not in pain and that God has a welcoming committee that arms are opened, waiting on you. Your earthly existence will be missed but you will exist forever in the lives that you touch. Rest easy Aunt Gracie, Heaven has gained a beautiful angel. I will always love and remember you.
I'm am going to miss you aunt tee Gracie I will always love you you will always be a part of me get your rest aunt tee Gracie
To My Classmate/Friend, Johnny; Siblings and Family!!!
Praying for comforting and covering over each of you during this most difficult time.
For most of us, Moms are our greatest inspirations in our lives. It's most difficult when they are no longer on this Earth, with us. However, knowing that your mom is in God's hands, now; and being watched over by his angels, will bring you comfort. Hold onto your mom's loving, and fond, memories and she will forever be with you, in heart and love.
My prayers and love are with you all, always๐๐ฝโฅ๏ธโค๏ธ๐๐ฝโผ๏ธโผ๏ธโผ๏ธ
On behalf of my Siblings, Darrell, Debra, and me, Monica (The Joneses)
Our Love & Prayers!! Monica M. Jones-Harvey
Rest well, sweet soul. You were like a grandmother to me, and I will forever be grateful for the love, kindness, and warmth you shared with me. It was truly a blessing to have had the opportunity to know you and experience your love. Your memory, kindness, and love will always hold a special place in my heart. โค๏ธ๐๏ธ
To the entire family, Pastor Johnny Freeman, Lee ( co worker ). I met Gracie some years ago, an beautiful, spiritual woman. She always gave me much words of encouragement, I didn't know she had transitioned untill I looked at the obituary report. I'm so sorry for your family loss of your dear love one. May God be with all of you ๐....... Darlean Graham
Grandma Gracie, I love you so much. All of my life you've been the best grandmother ever. Thank you for being so supportive and loving to all of us. We miss you so much so deeply! To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord! I love you! Treda & Hannah
May God give each of you peace, comfort, and strength during this most difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss. With heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences, much love and many prayers. ๐๐พ๐๐พ๐๐พโค๏ธโค๏ธโค๏ธ๐น๐น๐น๐ซถ๐พ๐ซถ๐พ๐ซถ๐พ
Faye Vaughn-Ingram & Family
Grandma Gracie, I miss you already๐ญI can't believe you are gone, but God gained an angel. I love you so much and you will be missed.
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