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Obituary For Lois Guinn
Lois Guinn, 98, of Phenix City, AL passed on Sunday, February 1, 2026 in Phenix City, AL.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. EST on Sunday, February 8, 2026 at Liberty Hill Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Charlie L.Sanders, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Olive Baptist Church Cemetery, Smiths, AL. Public viewing is 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m EST on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
Lois Perry Guinn was born on August 15, 1927, to the late Rev. Ellis Perry and the late Ophelia Finch Perry in Smiths Station, AL. She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Smiths Station, AL, where she devoted herself to walking and talking the Christian faith, inspiring her family to follow her example. She graduated from South Girard High School in 1946 and attended the State Teachers College, now known as Alabama State University.
In August 1955, she married Clifford Guinn, Jr., and together they raised seven successful children. Affectionately known as "Mot-Dear" (mother dear), Mrs. Guinn was a loving and devoted mother who never knew a stranger. She had a heart full of love for her family, her friends, and her community, but most of all, she loved the Lord with all her heart.
A longtime member of Liberty Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Mrs. Guinn was the oldest living member at the time of her passing. She served the church in many capacities, including on the Missionary Board, the Willing Workers Club, and as a dedicated member of the choir. Singing was her passion, and she cherished every opportunity to lift her voice in praise. She sang in several choirs, most notably the Senior Choir, where she faithfully sang every 1st Sunday until her health began to decline. Even then, she continued to sing her favorite hymns at home, filling the space with her love for God. Among her favorite songs were "I'm Bound for Mount Zion" and "When I Rose This Morning."
Mrs. Guinn retired after over 40 years of service at Snow White Cleaners in Columbus, GA. In her free time, she enjoyed singing, talking on the phone, shopping, babysitting, and, above all, reading her Bible and Sunday School lessons. She was an avid reader who cherished her time with the Word of God, drawing strength and wisdom from it every day. A devoted matriarch, she was always eager to visit her family and share in the joys of their lives.
Mrs. Guinn leaves behind a profound legacy that will be cherished by her devoted children: Cecil Guinn of San Antonio, TX, Alfreda Whitehead of Phenix City, AL, Kathelene (Burl) Levins of Columbus, GA, Joanne (Rick) Williams of Kennesaw, GA, Carmond (Deborah) Gwinn of Phenix City, AL, Curtis Guinn of Phenix City, AL, and Beverly (Webster) Luke of Powder Springs, GA; her brother, Edward Perry; her grandchildren include Charmease Canty, Shawndra Ervin, Brittany Whitehead, Lamar Williams, Germany Gwinn, Amber Whitehead, Anthony Levins, Nigeria Gwinn, Cameron Jenkins, Cana Gwinn, Cortez Guinn, Trey Williams, Tyra Luke, Jarrett Levins, and Jayden Luke. Her great-grandchildren include Devyn Canty, Kesean Guinn, Ja'nae Ervin, Averie Whitehead, Mariah Williams, Courtney Guinn, Carter Guinn, and Cayden Glover. She also leaves behind her bonus grandchildren: Destiney Woods, Alicia Blackmon, and Destinee Thomas, her nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Her family finds comfort in knowing that her legacy of love, faith, and service will continue to inspire all who knew her. Mrs. Guinnโs love for God and her family was evident in every aspect of her life, and she will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
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Shelby Mitchell sent Mixed Spray for Lois Guinn - February 07, 2026
Frances Ballard sent Beautiful Dreams for Lois Guinn - February 06, 2026
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Mrs. Lois labor has now converted to reward. I am praying for the strength of the entire Gwinn family in this hour.
~ Dot Newsome
To my dear line sister and sister in Christ. May our God do what He does for His children during times of bereavement. Only God can pierce your spirit and command it to be at peace. So, with that in mind, release your faith and rest in His loving arms, now and forever. Love you my Soror๐ท๐ฉท๐
Sending heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family of Mrs Louis. On behalf of my family and the Frederick Douglass family. Take your rest beautiful angel of God
My deepest condolence and prayers for her Family and Friends. My God Give you all Strength, Comfort and Peace as you go through your time of Breavement.
To the family I give my condolences and pray the faith you all have will be your comfort in these time. May the comfort you all need bless and the memories stay strong.
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Sorry for the loss of Mrs. Lois Quinn praying for the whole family for a piece of mind and comfort. Amen
Sending heartfelt sympathy and comfort to this amazing family. We will keep yall uplifted in prayer. Such a blessing to know Mrs. Lois, love Pam Stroud& Family
My condolences go out to Mrs. Lois family. May God blessings of strength, peace and healing be with you. To her children's: You are so blessed that God chose such an awesome lady to be y'all mother.
Sending hugs and love to Kat (ASU roommate), illustrious AKA sisters, and the Gwinn Family. Mot Dear will be missed. But, she will always be in your hearts. I pray as you adjust to the new norm you will find peace and comfort in the treasured memories you shared.
Rest Well - Mot Dear; Our Sweet Songbird
Glenda Hutton Lee๐ Atlanta, GA
Praying for strength and comfort for you all. Momma Guinn was a beautiful soul and she left a legacy of smart, loving children to follow in her footsteps.
My prayers and cond.olences goes out to the family of Mrs Guinn
To my beautiful Sorors of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., (Sorors Kat, Joanne, & Beverly), along with the Entire family- I extend to you my sincere condolences in the loss of Mot-Dear. I pray that God will dispatch Angels to guard your heart now and in the days to come. Mot-Dear is resting in God's care.
On behalf of my family, to your family, our sincere condolences to each of you. May God continue to strengthen your family and give you the peace that surpasses all understanding. The Willis family. ๐๐ฝ
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord....Aunt Louis will be missed, we know that she is in a better place and is singing in that Heavenly Choir...This is a memory that I have of Aunt Lois, Aunt Katie B and My Bigmommy Olivia...They had gone to church and I was sitting outside waiting on Bigmommy, I turned my back and all I heard was the Gospel Music Aunt Katie B had that radio up and they was singing up something and the next thing I knew Aunt Lois hands was in the air giving God the Praise.....Rest on Aunt Lois...We Love You.
๐Your Frederick Douglass friends and families are sending our warmest condolences to the Guinn Family. May Mrs Guinn rest peacefully with Our Father๐๐พ
๐นOn behalf of the Williams and Stroud families we offer genuine condolences to the Guinn family. Mrs Guinn was a dear friend , neighbor and church member to several of our late loved ones. Some of my vivid memories of Ms. Lois were her beaming smiles that lit up our neighborhood of Frederick Douglass, those lovely songs she led and the wonderful welcome speeches she delivered for Liberty Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Sleep Well Ms. Lois. Shalom and Love to the entire Guinn family ๐
Sending Condolences to The Guinn Family. I've known Ms.Lois and her family for a long time went to school with her daughter Kat .Ms.Lois was sweet lady she had a kind spirit about her,May her soul rest in peace.From Ms.Debra Nelams and Family .
My condolences and prayers with Guinn family.
My sincerest condolences and Love go out to the family in your time of grievance, so sorry for your loss! I've had the privilege of being apart of this family for many years and knowing Mrs Lois (Mot Dear) was a beautiful part of that journey and I'm forever grateful. Seeing and hearing her singing with Kat in the car, then home with her family touched my heart, it was beautiful! I know she had to have been at Peace in her demise because her family was THERE not missing a beat and you're to be commended for giving your Mom all her flowers while she lived, that and her Faith truly gave her Peace throughout life right down to her end!
My condolences to the Guinn family. Mrs. Lois will always be remembered by her smile and unwavering love. I met Mrs. Lois while singing in the East Ala. Singing Convention and will never forget her. She really did love sing her favorite song. Mrs. Seldon wouldn't have to ask her what she was singing, she just started playing. She was a sweetheart. Sing on Mrs. Lois in that Heavenly Choir. Elaine Moffett
I have such fond memories of Ms Lois when we were kids and throughout our lives. My heart felt sympathy to the family.
My heartfelt condolences to the Guinn family. Mrs Lois big smile, caring and compassion heart is a memory I treasure of her and trust you will to. God grant you peace during this difficult time.
Our condolences goes out to the Gwinn family we love you all praying for the family God bless you and your family
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May God keep your family close together he is Good love jimmy & Vicki stafford
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Much sympathy and prayers for the Guinn Family, God will take care of you all.
Sending My Condolences to The Guinn Family ๐๐ฟ. May GOD grant you Peace and Love during your difficult time. Love You All . GOD has received another Beautiful angel ๐
I am praying for strength, comfort and healing this difficult time.
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