/fit-in/200x300/filters:fill(white)/prod/800/249520/kk7m9hqp2ryixxhvhndv.jpg)
Obituary For Mr. Willie Ray Guyton
Mr. Willie Ray Guyton,72, of Gadsden, passed away on Saturday, November 27, 2021.
Mr. Willie Ray Guyton was born on June 27, 1949 to Mr. Joseph & Ruth Guyton in Winfield, Alabama.
As a child he was a member of Galilee Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Jarrett. As an adult, he served faithfully at the Bethlehem Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Jolly Turner as Treasurer. He then united with Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church under Pastor Posey where he served as a Deacon in 2018.
He graduated from Carver High School in 1967. He furthered his education at Gadsden State Community College in 1976 and received an Associate Degree in 1978. He attended Gadsden State Technical Institute and received a certificate in Automotive in 1978, cabinet making in 1980.
Willie was drafted in the U.S. Army and served from 1969-1975 and served during Vietnam War for three tours, receiving many awards including Army Commendation, Vietnam Service Medal, Air Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, Army Superior Unit Award, and an Honorable Discharge on December 4, 1975.
On November 3, 1972, he entered into Holy Matrimony with the love of his life for 49 years married and 54 years together in all, Mrs. Annie Jean Buckner Guyton.
He gained employment at Alagasco in 1977 and retired in 2004.
Willie was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Joseph & Ruth Guyton, Sylvester “Sonny” Davis , Joseph Guyton Jr., Rod Freeman Jr., Laysander and Emma Buckner.
He leaves a lifetime of memories to cherish with: His wife, Mrs. Annie Jean Guyton; Daughters, LaSandra Guyton, Krystle Guyton Freeman (Rod), April Guyton; Sister, Annie Ruth Guyton; Chosen sisters, Debra Spears, Ethel Winlock, and Frances Love; Chosen daughters, Towanna Wilson, Sharita (Princeton) Carlisle, and Ceandra James Ramirez; Chosen sons, Douglas Guyton, Orlando Isom and Rod Freeman Sr. Grandchildren, Rod A. Freeman III, Em’Maya Freeman, Krystiana Freeman, Dayun Wyatt, Taurya Wilson, Taurus Wilson Jr., Emmanuel Freeman, Keona Guyton; Special friends, Willie Sayles, Charles Hicks, Andre Thrash, William Wesson, Neretta Hardy, Anthony Cylar, Wilbert Gadson, Jarome Vaughn, Roderick (Patricia) Ferguson, and Vernon (Mickey) Herron. A host of cousins, other relatives and friends.
Public viewing will be Friday, December 3, 2021, 12 noon-5pm. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 4, 2021 at 12 noon at the Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church. Eulogist: Pastor Willie Simmons. Interment: Oaklawn Cemetery
Arrangements under the direction of West Gadsden Funeral Home. 256-549-0004
Photos & Video
Condolences & Tributes
Add A Condolence
Miss Anna I am so sorry for your loss. You and April are in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. Love Deborah and Chuck Moffett
My deepest and sincerest condolences to the family, friends and neighbors of Mr. Willie Ray Guyton.
Glenn Williams
Rest on uncle Willie Ray Guyton (Uncle Bones) we love you and will miss you especially your many jokes that we knew we would encounter in your presence. You lived a long vibrant life and displayed an as awesome example of love for family and we truly appreciate that. See you on the other side. Love your niece Casonya Mitchell (Peanut)
Praying 🙏 🤲 for the family u are in our prayers but we know our father don't make no mistake and I hope he keeps u and ur family cover with love in ur time of loss make u find peace as time passes
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
