Funeral service for John Carlisle, 75, of Opelika, AL, will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Harris Funeral Home Chapel with interment in Zion at the Hill A.M.E. Zion Church, 3845 Lee Road 29, Opelika, AL, 36804, Reverend Leon Marshall will officiate.
Mr. Carlisle, who passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026 at the Bethany House in Auburn, Alabama, was born July 25, 1950, in Lee County, Alabama.
Public viewing will be Friday, January 6, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
He leaves to cherish his memory: two sisters, Dorothy (Wilbur) Reese, Ruth Strickland both of Opelika, AL; three brothers, Chester (Linda) Carlisle, Lester Carlisle and Lugene Carlisle all of Opelika, AL; one aunt, Sarah Mitchell of Opelika, AL; three special nieces, Katherine Carlisle, Ebony Strickland and Brianna Carlisle all of Opelika, AL; three special friends, Janet McGlaughn, Virginia Graham and William Presley; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
"There is a bridge that takes us home, we cannot walk around. When we see God's outstretched hands, 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 deepest sympathy to the Carlisle Family, From Dinah & The Reese Family
Priscilla and I are saddened to hear of John passing. John and I worked many years at Diversified Products and became good friends. May God comfort and strengthen his Family. Reggie Strickland
So sorry for your loss. John always went above and beyond what was asked of him for my family. I so appreciated Him. May the comfort and peace that only the Lord can provide be with you during this difficult time.
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