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Obituary For Fletcher Torbert, Sr.
Mr. Fletcher Torbert, Sr., 91, of Phenix City, AL passed Friday, August 4, 2023 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. EST (12 noon CST) Saturday, August 12, 2023 at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Tuskegee, AL with Rev. Jesse R. Thompson, II, pastor and Rev. J.D. Darden, eulogist. Interment to follow in church cemetery. Visitation is Friday, August 11, 2023 from 12-5 p.m. EST.
Deacon Fletcher Torbert, Sr. was born September 20, 1931 in Macon County, AL to the late Gene Torbert and Ida Lou Harris-Torbert. He attended school in Macon County, Alabama. His grandchildren called him “Big Daddy”.
Fletcher was married to the love of his life, the late Roberta Butler Torbert on December 25, 1950 and remained faithful to her until parted by death. Fletcher and Roberta obeyed the directions of the Lord and were fruitful and multiplied. God blessed them with five children, three sons and two daughters. One son, Clifford Torbert, preceded him in death.
Deacon Torbert gave his life to the Lord and united with Providence Missionary Baptist Church, Society Hill, Alabama at an early age. He was ordained as Deacon in 1975 under the pastorage of the late Rev. B. L. Upshaw. He loved his church and even in his sickness he came to church and would often sing as he entered or exited the sanctuary, stirring the emotions of those in attendance.
He was a gardener. He grew enough vegetables to feed his family. Many people waited for the Spring or Fall so they could receive fresh corn, collards, peas, sweet potatoes, okra, watermelons, and other seasonal vegetables. The Lord blessed him to be able to feed his family and share with others with what the Lord blessed him with.
He was employed at Bickerstaff Clay Product Company for 44 years, 6 months and 25 days. Then, he retired. He loved the Bickerstaff and Hatcher families and they loved him and his family as well.
Preceded him in death were his parents, Gene and Ida Lou Torbert; four brothers, Ernest Torbert, Jessie Torbert, Cary Torbert and Levones Tolbert; seven sisters, Ida Mae Henderson, Princess Foster, Lucille Borom, Lillie Lowell Miller, Virginia Torbert, Precious McClain and Johnnie Lee Torbert.
Deacon Torbert received his wings August 4, 2023 at 7:13 pm at St. Francis Hospital in Columbus, Georgia with his family by his bedside. Now, he’s resting in the presence of the Lord.
His memories will always be cherished by his two sons, Fletcher, Jr. (Emma) Torbert, Ricky (Gwendolyn) Torbert both of Phenix City, AL; two daughters, Vivian Diane (Dr. George C.) McCulloh, Phenix City, AL; and Gloria Diane (Bruce) Perry, Smiths Station, AL.; one brother-in-law, Nathaniel (Bernice) Tolbert of Tuskegee, AL; two sisters-in-law, Clara Foster of Tuskegee, AL and Margie Tolbert, Shorter, AL; 14 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, 10 great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
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Cheryl Foster sent Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for Fletcher Torbert, Sr. - August 10, 2023
May the love you shared and the beautiful memories you have help bring comfort and peace to you during this time and in the future. With our heartfelt condolences. Clara Foster and LaTrece Foster
My dearest sympathy to the family during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Katrina Henderson - Cleveland Ohio
So sorry for your loss. We will keep the family in our prayers. Ralph and Helen Green
Annie Ruth said you will be miss brother-in -law
My deepest sympathy to the Torbert family. Cousin Fletcher you will be truly missed. The songs, the prayers and you kindness will always linger with me. Rest on. God has called a sweet angel home.
I am sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Judith Young and family
My prayers and condolences goes out to Fletcher Torbert Jr and the entire Torbert family. I 🙏 that God will grant you all the strength y'all need during this most difficult time. I know to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. May God continue to bless each of each individually and collectively. Memories last forever. God bless The Thorne and Woods Family
We are sending our condolences, prayers and love to our 1st Lady Sis. V. McCulloh and family.
Randy and Stephanie Strickland Pleasant Grove MBC
you be miss uncle Fletcher
you be miss uncle Fletcher
you be miss uncle Fletcher
❤️❤️❤️❤️Pastor Anthony Shealey & the entire MTZBC of Loachapoka and the Auburn District Association sends our condolences prayers and love
To my dear grandfather "Big Daddy", you will truly be missed. You are at peace and resting with the Lord.
Love You from your Granddaughter Patricia and Bryant
Sorry for your loss Fletcher Jr. Prayers for you and your family. Liz Jones Ap
Rest in Heaven Mr.Fletcher
Prayers & condolences to you and your family during this loss. Ben & Cindy Davenport
Sorry for your loss may god give peace
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