Willie Mae Holloway Obituary in Phenix City at Taylor Funeral Home, Inc

Obituary For Willie Mae Holloway

Mrs. Willie Mae Holloway, 83, of Ft. Mitchell, AL passed Tuesday, August 29, 2023 in Columbus, GA.

Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. EST, Saturday, September 2, 2023 at Antioch Baptist Church, Ft. Mitchell, AL with Rev. Fredrick L. Small, pastor, officiating and Rev. Dr. Darlene Small, eulogist. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Public viewing will be 1-5 p.m. EST, Friday, September 1, 2023 according to Taylor Funeral Home, Inc.

Willie Mae Holloway was born to the late Nora Thomas and the late John Henry Griggs on March 7, 1940. She entered eternal rest on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at Piedmont Medical Center in Columbus, GA.

She accepted Christ in 1962 and joined the Antioch Baptist Church, under the leadership of the late Reverend Nelson Owens. She was a member of the Usher Board, Vocal Choir, and Feminine All Stars. She passionately served as the President of the Antioch Missionary Ministry and also a field worker for the Macedonia District Association.

Willie Mae was educated in the Russell County School System. She worked and retired from Martin Army Community Hospital after 21 years of service.

Willie Mae was joined in holy matrimony to Robert Lee Holloway on August 5, 1958, and to this union nine children were born.

Willie Mae was a devoted wife and mother. She was faithful and dedicated to the well-being of her family, friends, and church members. She enjoyed outings with her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed watching western shows, (Gun Smoke) was her favorite, fishing with her son and son-in-law, and completing her word search puzzle books. She was the most lovable person you could ever meet; she had a special love for her grandchildren and never missed any of their events. The holiday season was the most enjoyable moment for her. She looked forward to family gatherings, where she would showcase her cooking and baking skills. Most of all, she enjoyed being with the love of her life, her husband, “Lee.” She always looked forward to his breakfast call every morning. She never had to worry about breakfast, unless Lee wanted salmon and biscuit and that was not very often.

Willie Mae was preceded in death by four amazing children, Amos Holloway, JoAnn Holloway, Betty Ann James, and Royal Holloway.

Willie Mae leaves to cherish her memories a loving husband of 64 years, Robert Lee Holloway; two amazing sons, Henry Holloway (Velneka Williams) and Patrick (Jeannine) Holloway; three loving daughters, Martha (Alphonso) Allen, Irene “Jackie” (Edward) Poole, and Monica Thomas; a devoted granddaughter whom she raised as her own, Arleshia (John) Barnes; two sons-in-law, Curtis James and Shedrick Thomas; two daughters-in-law, June Holloway and Sandra Holloway; one brother, Roosevelt (Annie) Thomas; two sisters-in-law, Estella Miles and Martha (Cornell) Clay; a special niece, Bertha Davis; two god daughters, Tammy Andrews and Paula (Bruce) Jones; 18 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

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I'm sorry for your loss I'll continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.

My condolences to family and friends. I enjoyed being her beautician years ago. She was always so nice and loved to laugh. I pray for peace and comfort for the family. Brenda Denard

Prayers for peace and understanding!! Monica you are in my thoughts and prayers.

My most sincerest and heartfelt condolences to my family. I pray that God will provide you with the comfort and peace you all need at this most difficult time. Love you all!❤️❤️❤️ Christer.

Sending love to the family, a word of comfort.

My sympathy go out to the Holloway family. God will get you through this. He is there for you. Cynthia Abron Newbern.

Prayers of comfort and peace with condolences to the Holloway family. Your mom was one of the sweetest ladies that I know. May God comfort you guys through this time🙏🏾 ✨️ love you Sharlene Taylor

Our most sincere condolences. It is a blessing to know she was able to see generations grow. Though her time to go has come, may the father say well done! Love you! The Newtons.

May the life of Willie Mae always be the guiding light to all. Lula Jones

To the family of Mrs. Holloway look to the hill's from which cometh all our help knowing that all our help comes from the Lord. Mr. Eric and Vera Woods.

May loving memories of your mother help you find peace. Thinking of you and wishing you strength and comfort. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family .
Mr & Mrs. Eddie Allen and family.

Betty and Carl Williams FAMILY FRIENDS FUTURE. THANK GOD FOR KNOWING,A Beautiful FRIEND As Willie MAE (As Family). Betty Thank You For Being A True Neighbor To My Father, Mother, and the support in helping keep My Brothers and Sisters also in Order. Thank You. YOU TAKE YOU REST. WITH ALL GOD SAINTS. BE 8STILL AND KNOW DEACON LEE AND FAMILY WE YOUR NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANAN FAMILY MEMBERS. ARE HEAR FOR YOU. LOVE YOU

MY MOST HEARTFUL CONDOLENCES AND SYMPATHY TO THE HOLLOWAY ENTIRE FAMILY! DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME OF THE PASSING OF MRS. HOLLOWAY SHE WAS ONE SWEET LADY SHE WILL TRULY BE MISSED! I KNOW MA GREETED HER FRIEND WITH A BIG HUG AND A SMILE🙏🙏🙏 FLY HIGH WITH THE ANGELS TAKE YOUR REST WELL DONE ON THIS SIDE 😇😇 🕊️🕊️🕊️ CATHERINE LOCKHART HARRIS

Condolences to Mr. Holloway and Family, From Mrs Homer Lewis and Family.

To Mrs. Willie Mae's family, our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. Respectfully, Reginald Deneen & D'Andre Hill, Phenix City, AL.

Offering prayers of comfort and understanding to the family of Mrs. Willie Mae Holloway.
Dexter Jackson

🕊️IT WAS A BLESSING FOR ME TO SEE YOU ON LAST FRIDAY 🕊️ NOT KNOWING THAT WOULD BE MY LAST TIME SEEING YOU 🕊️ I'LL LOVE YOU ALWAYS SWEETNESS, YOU'LL FOREVER BE MY WILLIE MAE❤️ SENDING MY PRAYERS MY CONDOLENCES AND MY LOVE TO YOU ALL MY FAMILY ❤️ GOD'S BLESSINGS TO YOU 🙏🏾 PRAYING FOR HIS COMFORT AND STRENGTH TO KEEP AND HOLD YOU AS YOU GO THROUGH YOUR HOURS OF BEREAVEMENT 🕊️ GOOD NIGHT SWEETHEART UNTIL GOD'S MORNING LIGHT 🕯️ JOHN 14:1-6 GAIL D POLLARD (GRIGGS) AND FAMILY

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Unexpected..and I thank God for your life. Unconditional love. You will be missed more than ever know. Peace, love and strength to the family."He is an ever present help,in the time of need"
Cousin Wanda

Lord my heart is broken and I am going to miss you so much I am rally going to miss my hugs on Sunday's I love u auntie Rest In Paradise

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