WILKES, Mrs. Valerene B., a resident of Coosada, AL, passed January 17, 2026, at her home. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at 12:00 Noon at Union #1 Baptist Church, Titus, AL, Rev. Mark Lennard, officiating. Interment will follow in the Union #1 Baptist Church Cemetery, Titus, AL, McKenzie's Funeral Home Staff, directing.
Mrs. Wilkes will lie in state one hour prior to the service.
The family of Mrs. Valerene B. Wilkes appreciates the support that they have received during their time of bereavement from so many people who knew and loved her. Please keep the Wilkes and Neely Family in your thoughts and prayers.
Lord, we know that You are the God who comforts us. I pray that You provide a time of comfort and rest for those whose hearts are hurting right now. Hold them in Your embrace, Father. Wrap them in Your love and remind them that though they may have lost someone dear, they are not alone, for You are with them. Bring to them the hope of Your unfailing love and turn their sadness into gladness. Soothe their heartache as they lean on You for comfort and guidance. I pray that their grief heals smoothly, for You will be with them every step of the way. May they hold on to You for strength, hope, and sustenance. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
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