Mother Mae Alice Keel Only Obituary in Marianna at Vann Funeral Home

Obituary For Mother Mae Alice Keel Only

Mother Mae Alice Keel Only of Marianna, Florida transitioned to ever be with the Lord on Monday, April 19, 2021 in Jackson Hospital.

Mother Only was a member of the New Galilee Missionary Baptist Church where she served as the Usher Board President. She was also a member of the Second West Florida Missionary Baptist Association’s Usher’s Ministry. She was a retired educator. To know her was to love her.

Celebration of Life services will be held on Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 10:00 AM CST from the sanctuary of Rivertown Community Church located at 4534 Lafayette Street in Marianna, Florida 32448 where Pastor Paul Smith is the Lead Pastor.

Mother Only will lie in state at the church from 9:00 AM until time for the service.

A walk-through only viewing will be held on Friday, April 23, 2021 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM from the sanctuary of the New Galilee Missionary Baptist Church located at 2155 Highway 73 in Marianna, Florida 32448 where Reverend Stephen Andrews is the pastor.

State, local, and federal guidelines are being followed for masks and social distancing. Masks and social distancing are required for the viewing and service.

Mother Only leaves to cherish a lifetime of precious memories a beloved family:

One Daughter: Kinetra Only of Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Two Sons: Kevin J. Only and wife Cherie Only of Miami, Florida; and Kerry Only and wife Dr. Cecilie Only of Charlotte, North Carolina

Thirteen Grandchildren: Kaela S. Abner and husband Bishop Doctor Adrian Abner of Cottondale, Florida; Shakevia Only and Shakera Only both of Miami, Florida; Kobe Only of Pensacola, Florida; Jayvon Only of Miami, Florida; Kimora Cooper of Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Kameron Only, Kerri Only, and Kaden Only all of Charlotte, North Carolina; Victoria Matos of Melbourne, Florida; Marianias Matos of Miami, Florida; Michael Cobb; and Steven Cobb

Ten Great Grandchildren: Kassidy M. Davis; Kaidrian D. Abner of Cottondale, Florida; Michael Galvin; Mikayla Galvin; Mylichi Matos; Jaylen Sanders-Cobb; Brianna Cobb; Braxton Cobb; Tatiyana Roman; John Roman; Anthony Cobb; and Amira Cobb.

One Sister: Ola Bell Sylvester of Marianna, Florida

One Brother: Retired Presiding Elder Bobby Keel and wife Evelyn of Tampa, Florida

Five Sisters-in-Law: Lois Only of Warner Robbins, Georgia; and Lillar Only of Orlando, Florida; Carrie Keel of Carol City, Florida; Nettie M. Onley of Stockbridge, Georgia; and Erma Only of Daytona Beach, Florida

One Brother-in-Law: Ronnie Only and wife Andrea of Washington, DC

Eight godchildren

And a host of beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, an uncle, and many dear friends.

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She was a wonderful neighbor in Miami, taught my son, and will forever be in our heart. May the comfort of others help you through your sorrow. Praying for the family. Clara Fountain, Leesburg GA

Bobby, since I moved away I think about Mae Alice, Langdale, you, and me growing up in Dry Creek, and I have very good memories of that time. I know that Mae Alice will be missed but, I know that she is happy with Jesus. May the love of Jesus comfort your family at this time. Always with fond memories, Mary Lou Laramore Branch.

My condolences to the entire family! From: Patricia Butler and family!!!🙏🏼

A very good neighbor when she lived in MIAMI. My Prayers to the Family. Dorthy Johnson

Ronstance, Keslyn and I were both shocked and saddened to hear of Ms. Only's passing. She was one of the kindest and sweetest people we have ever encountered. She always seemed genuinely happy to see us and we her, on our visits to New Galilee, as she would always add to not forget to play her song, God's Grace, on the next Sunday morning. She will truly be missed. Kaela, Rev. Dr. Abner, Ms. Ola Bell, and the entire family you have our most sincere condolences. Do remember, Earth has no sorry that Heaven cannot heal. Roger, Ronstance & Keslyn Pittman

With deepest sympathy, I was saddened to hear this shocking news. My heart goes out to the family at this time of grief. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Ida Mae Sylvester and Family