Mamie Leona Menefee Obituary in Phenix City at Taylor Funeral Home, Inc

Obituary For Mamie Leona Menefee

Mrs. Mamie Leona Menefee, 89, of Phenix City, AL passed Wednesday, February 1, 2023 in Columbus, GA.

Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. EST Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery, Phenix City, AL with Pastor Steven Garrett, officiating. Visitation is Tuesday, February 7, 2023 from 1-5 p.m. EST.

Mrs. Mamie Menefee was born September 4, 1933 in Smith Station, Alabama. She was the third of five children born to Lonnie Wilson and Alzada Perry Wilson.

At a young age she moved to Phenix City and attended Phenix City Public School. She accepted Christ at an early age and attended Mt Olive Baptist Church in Smith Station.

On April 4, 1950 she married the late Dea. Benjamin Menefee, Sr., a union blessed by God that lasted 67 years. She joined Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church in 1961 under the leadership of Rev. E. L. Thornton. She remained an active servant of the Lord until her passing.

Mrs. Menefee worked various jobs during her lifetime. She worked as a housekeeper, Columbus Times Newspaper columnist and Seamstress. She retired from Lesner Mills Phenix City, Alabama.

Mrs. Menefee was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin Menefee, Sr.; son, Wilbur F. Menefee; step daughter, Lois Jordan; one brother, Lonnie Wilson, Jr. and two sisters, Sarah Clay and Eliza Johnson.

Survivors include one son, Benjamin Menefee, Jr.; one daughter, Arrie F. Carson both of Phenix City, AL; one sister, Mary Williams of Columbus, GA; one brother-in-law, Dea. Nathaniel Menefee; nine grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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Linwood Moore sent Emerald Garden Basket for Mamie Leona Menefee - February 06, 2023

In memory of a wonderful neighbor, church member and cousin who always let her light shine to the glory of God.

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Bryan singleton sent Gathered With Love Flower Arrangement for Mamie Leona Menefee - February 04, 2023

We are sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful women for influencing you. She was well loved and will be missed.
Deepest condolences your Gerdau family.

Daniel Thompson Sr sent Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for Mamie Leona Menefee - February 03, 2023

You all are in our prayers here in Virginia
The Thompson Family

Sending Prayers Up For The Menefee Family. May You Rest In Paradise Mamie. Catharn Sparks

Precious memories how they linger. A true gem, Ms. Mamie was our first pianist for the youth choice at Enterprise Baptist Church in Phenix City very patient and caring. We loved and respected her. She became a mother figure to us and we still think very highly of her now. Condolences to Faye, Ben and the entire family. Patricia Glance and the Glance family. Much love.

Prayers and Sympathy to our Family. Sweetest lady ever. Always had kind words and encouragements.Cousin Mammie will be missed. Love you. Cousin Debbie Gary.

I am so sad to hear Ms. Mamie has passed. What a sharp, talented and sweet lady. From eating her fig preserves, to listening to her talk about her hand-made quilts, I always enjoyed spending time with her. Very down to earth, warm and relatable. She will truly be missed.

Oh lord...... what is the world going to do without sweet Mrs Menifee? I can't began to say all the wonderful memories I have. The friendship we had will never be forgotten.You enlightened my life so much.I know that you are where you want to be now. Rest in heaven my dear friend. Jesus Wept. Sherry Linton

I am sending my sincere prayers, condolences and love out to the Menefee family. Ms. Mamie was alot of things to alot of people she was a sweet caring woman who loved the Lord, her family and just people and life itself. I've known her and her husband the late Deacon B. Menefee all my life they were truly about doing God's business they are back together again. May the Lord continue to bless the family. Love always Deacon Nicholas Williams.

Auntie Mammie wow what can I say. She was sooo full of life and a joy to our family. I can remember Christmas holidays at her home..what a fun time that was. She will definitely be missed. Love you Auntie Mammie now it's time for you to rest. 🕊️💞

With deepest sympathy,many prayers, may God give all the family strength, comfort and peace during this most difficult time. So sorry for your loss. Special prayers for Ben. Faye Vaughn- Ingram & Family

What words can one person say about this unique child of God.... My Auntie Mamie was. an6 enabler.., and MY company keeper. She truly loved our Lord!! ...a beautiful and classy lady....one of my best friends and major confidante. Rest In peace. I shall always remember our weekly talks...lovingly submitted...Kathy Walker Ford.

, my company keepers "My"bestfriendsmy mmm

THIS IS SO UNREAL,GMA I WILL ALWAYS LOVE U... I MISS U,I MISS OUR TALKS,MISS SHARING MEMORIES ABOUT GDAD ON THE PHONE,MISS U ENCOURAGING ME NOT TO EVER GIVE UP AND KEEP GOD 1ST... Rest now my "Young Lady", for I will see u again⚘❤💔😭 ~ Ur Granddaughter, Meka

We will miss you, Auntie. Jason and Lolita Johnson and family!

Our Sincere Condolences To The Menefee Family. Such A Sweet Lady, She Will Be Missed By All That Knew Her. Rest In Paradise Sweet Lady. 🙏🏾💜🕊💜🙏🏾 Lizzie Wiggins Todd & Voncile Todd Kalpen

My the Lord comfort the Menefee family at this time of bereavement. W.Mennifee

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

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