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Virginia Antionette "Gin" Fears

03/12/1956 - 09/19/2026

Obituary For Virginia Antionette "Gin" Fears

Funeral service for Virginia Fears, 70, of Salem, AL, will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Harris Funeral Home Chapel, Pastor John L. Johnson will officiate.

Ms. Fears, who passed away Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Bethany House in Auburn, Alabama, was born March 12, 1956, in Lee County, Alabama.

Public viewing will be Friday, September 25, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

She leaves to cherish her memory: one son, Calvin (Danielle) Fears of Toledo, OH; two grandchildren, Jarren Thomas and Shyranez Fears both of Baton Rouge, LA; seven bonus grandchildren, Shanice Thomas, Shalaysia Thomas, Jaylin Thomas, Tereshia Thomas, Janay Thomas, DJ Toyer and Brayon Belton; nineteen great-grandchildren; two sisters, Patricia Fears of Salem, AL and Fannie Kate McBride of Smiths Station, AL; one uncle, William (Lonzia) Fears of Cleveland, OH; three aunts, Margie McGhee, Margie Fears both of Opelika, AL and Earnestine Thomas of Motts, AL; devoted friend, Linda McDaniel of Opelika, AL; one sister-in-law, Sharon Fears of Atlanta, GA; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

The family of the late Ms. Virginia Antionette β€œGin” Fears 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. May God bless each of you.

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The Family of Danielle Hughley Fears sent Mixed Spray for Virginia Antionette "Gin" Fears - September 25, 2026

With deepest sympathy. Wishing you comfort and peace.

The Family of Danielle Hughley-Fears

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Pastor Waymon and Arnita Johnson and Margie McGhee sent Emerald Garden Basket for Virginia Antionette "Gin" Fears - September 22, 2026

Pastor Waymon and Arnita Johnson and Margie McGhee

I'm so sorry to hear of Virginia's passing. May God keep you in his loving arms as you deal with the loss of your loved one.

Angela Debrow-Alexander

Patricia and family, so sorry to hear about Virginia. I had a great visit with her when she came by the family home on 169 when John and I were having a big yard sale four or so years ago. It was so great to catch up. Jeff Pope

Jeff Pope

I will always remember her kindness and the way she welcomed me into the family. Even through her own challenges, she encouraged me and never lost her gentle spirit. I'm grateful for every visit and every call we shared. She was a blessing, and I will carry her memory with love.

Sharon Fears

To be absent from the body is to be present with the lord; Prayers to the Fears Family.

MARQUIS HEARD & FAMILY

To Patricia and all the loving family of Virginia, know that she was truly loved by many that she made smile because of her sense of humor. She will be missed and remembered by so many. Find comfort from the God of the Bible, Jehovah (PSALMS 83:18) who guarantees a resurrection of our loved one that are now resting in sleep, by resurrecting His own Son, Jesus Christ. ACTS 24:15; JOHN 5:25-29 R.I.P. (RESURRECTION IN PARADISE) Veretta Jackson Lasley

Veretta Jackson Lasley

My cousin, the many hilarious conversations we have had, I will miss. The boys will miss you even more. Rest well.

Love,

Tina, Tyler, Trey, & Braylen

Tina Cooper

My Deepest condolences to the Family,We were a great team @LCSO REST IN PARADISE MY FRIEND Nurse Stewart

Nurse Stewart

Heavan has truly gained a beautifal Nurse. Condolences to her family May the Lord strenghen you all in days ahead. Sonjia G. Thomas {LCSO}

Sonjia G. Thomas

So sorry for your loss! God bless πŸ™πŸ™ŒπŸ™

Annette Heard

Sincerest condolences to Tricia and the family of Virginia. The Wilsons and Fears are extended family which makes this loss especially painful. I pray that you all are comforted by the God of comfort and peace, Jehovah. 2Cor 1:3,4

Gwendolyn A Wilson

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