SERVICE OF MEMORIAL AND CELEBRATION June 5, 2017

“Don’t Miss the Miracle” Rev. Sherry Harris, preaching John 13:34-35

We gather today to give thanks and testify to our faith, in the promises of Christ Jesus our Lord, for the lives of these saints who have lived, loved, and worked among us and now rest from their labors.

Mrs. Barbara P. Archer Reverend Clyde M. Jones

Mrs. Annie Joyce Joiner Brown Mrs. Sarah Ann Robinson Kimbrough

Reverend Buddie Ralph Brown Sr. Reverend Gerald C. “Jerry” Krueger

Mrs. Lois Eilene Harris Byrum Reverend Rogers Lancaster

Mrs. Beverly Louise Cole Reverend Willie Joe Mallory

Mrs. Faye Cotton Crumpton Reverend F. Burnen Martin Jr.

Mrs. Faye Margaret Curl Mrs. Driscoll Bell Proctor

Mr. Charles Ray Felkins Reverend Hughey Lavelle Reynolds

Mrs. Blanche Ellis Freeman Mrs. Margaret Mizzell Shaw

Reverend John G. Galloway Mrs. Lillian Arnette Smotherman

Reverend Neil Gilbert Goss Mrs. Mary Sue Spinks

Reverend Woodfin Kirk Grove Reverend Leroy Tidwell

Mrs. Burmah Maelene Hardin Reverend Frank Lee Turnbow

Reverend C.S. “Mike” Hendon Reverend Ronald R. Winterberg

Mrs. Sarah B. Johnson Reverend Clyde Herman Yates

Barbara P. Archer April 19, 1936 ‐ May 2, 2016 Barbara P. Archer, age 80, of Gardendale, passed away May 2, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband the Reverend James D. Archer. A chapel service was held on May 5, 2016, at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville, Alabama. Her burial was in Jefferson Memorial Gardens East. She is survived by her sons James D. Archer Jr. (Naomi), Joseph Scott Archer (Miriam), sisters Judy Buchanan, Sylvia Rampley, mother Doris Powers Pearman, grandchildren Andrew (DeAnna), Katie, Anna, Elisabeth, James D. III, and great granddaughter Marlow Archer.

Annie Joyce Joiner Brown February 29, 1940 ‐ February 19, 2017 Annie Joyce Joiner Brown was born February 29, 1940, to the Reverend Elijah and Mrs. Geneva Barley Joiner. One of five children, she was gifted musically and was trained on piano. As a teenager, Annie Joyce formed the Joiner Trio with her little sisters, Geraldine and Vicky. Together they performed all around the city at churches, teas, talent shows, schools and even in the front yard if any neighbors or passersby wanted to listen. She was a majorette in the William Hooper Councill High School Band and a soloist in the school choir. Her soul was filled with music, and her hands could make beautiful sounds from a piano or organ. She could write a song with beautiful melodies and harmonies for voices to sing. While serving as organist at First Missionary Baptist Church, she met her future husband, Curry Brown, a soldier stationed at Redstone Arsenal, who had joined the church choir. Curry and Annie married and moved to Curry’s hometown of Monrovia, California. Their marriage produced three children, Patsy, Curry Ivan, and Ziza. At the peak of the civil rights movement, the family returned to the South, joined Center Grove United Methodist Church, and after a time, Curry entered the ministry. Annie taught piano lessons for many years, played for several churches throughout Huntsville and was an occasional substitute teacher. Annie was predeceased by her husband Curry Brown; her parents Elijah and Geneva Joiner; and her brother Dr. Murray Joiner. On February 19, 2017, she peacefully went to rest in the arms of Jesus, nine days shy of her 77th birthday. She has joined the heavenly choir. Her funeral service was February 25, 2017, at Center Grove United Methodist Church in Huntsville, Alabama, with Pastor Donald Smith and Pastor Michael Freeman officiating. Those who will forever cherish her memories are: her children Patsy Montague (Bobby), Curry Ivan Brown and Ziza McCrary (Marcus); her sisters Verdell Pope, Dr. Geraldine Thornton (Joseph) and Vicky Crawford (James); sister-in- law Nannie B. Joiner; and five grandchildren. Buddie Ralph Brown Sr. August 14, 1939 ‐ December 4, 2016 Buddie Ralph Brown Sr. was born August 14, 1939, in Shelby County to Barney Ralph Brown and Ruby Lee McKinney Brown. After retiring from Delta Airlines, he went back to school and became a Local Pastor in the North Alabama Conference. He pastored Morris Chapel, Hillsboro, Neel and Somerville United Methodist Churches. He loved and cherished his family and was most happy when they were together. Brother Brown always enjoyed a good clean joke. He died on Sunday, December 4, 2016, at his residence. His funeral was December 7, 2016, at Peck Funeral Home Chapel in Hartselle, Alabama. He was buried in Hartselle City Cemetery. Survivors include his wife of 58 Years Sue Brown; son Buzz Brown (Sheree’); daughters Kistie Carter (Jeff) and Wendi Henry (Ed); and seven grandchildren Sara Thompson (Randall), Jordan Carter, Jacob Carter (Milena), Katie Henry, Mollie Henry, Rocky Garrison and Lee VanKoughnett.

Lois Eilene Harris Byrum August 15, 1927 ‐ October 9, 2016 Lois Eilene Byrum was born on August 15, 1927, in Delaware, Ohio, to parents Carey Guy Harris and Bessie Belt Harris. She was a teacher and a homemaker, as well as, a member of Big Sandy United Methodist Church in Big Sandy, Tennessee, where she sang in the church choir for many years. She was the surviving spouse of the Reverend Kenneth A. Byrum, who died in 2015. Rev. Byrum served churches in North Alabama, Iowa, Kentucky and Tennessee. She passed away on October 9, 2016, at St. Thomas West Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee. Graveside Services were Thursday, October 13, 2016, at the Ebenezer Cemetery in Blount County, Alabama, with grandson the Reverend Nathan Creitz officiating. Survivors include her four daughters Carol Reid (Harley Harris); Rebecca Jones (William); Sharon Creitz (John) ; and Debra Pierce (Steven); brother William Harris; eight grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and seven brothers and sisters.

Beverly Louise Cole March 25, 1931 ‐ November 17, 2016 Beverly Louise Cole, 85, of Toney passed away Thursday, November 17, 2016, at her residence. She is preceded in death by her husband the Reverend Fred Cole and two great grandsons Aiden and Austin. Her funeral service was the afternoon of November 20, 2016, at Toney United Methodist Church. She was buried in Huntsville Memory Gardens. She is survived by her children: Deborah Shumate (Donnie), Dennis Cole (Kimberly) and Denise Raby (Steve); seven grandchildren: Sunshine, Josh, Seth, Luke, Rachel, Nathan and Keenan; four great grandchildren: Noah, Lacey, Samuel and Sarah; her brother Frank Keenan Jr.; and her sister Madeline Hinkley. Faye Cotton Crumpton February 6, 1925 ‐ December 17, 2016 Faye Cotton Crumpton was born at home in Brilliant, Alabama, a coal-mining town in Marion County in 1925. She met Weymon R. Crumpton when she was in high school and married him when she was eighteen and he was twenty- two. They were married for 62 years until his death in 2007. The Reverend Weymon Crumpton served as a United Methodist minister for the North Alabama Conference for 64 years. Faye was known for her true Christian hospitality and loving nature. She never met a stranger and made friends everywhere she lived. She was a wonderful person, whose love for Christ was visible in her kind regard for everyone and her sweet spirit. She was famous for her cooking and baking and always prepared a major spread to celebrate any family gathering. Faye would spin wonderful stories about the experiences in the ministry that captivated any listeners. A lifelong member of the United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women (Women's Society for Christian Service), Faye began her faith journey at Brilliant United Methodist Church, a church built by her father and other members of the community. The church still serves the community and is noted in the North Alabama Hallelujah Trail. Her funeral was held on December 20, 2016, at Trinity United Methodist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. She is survived by her daughters Lanette C. Sherrill (Dean), Marilyn Crumpton (Stan Forston), and Leah Crumpton Collins (Danny). Faye was always Nanny to her six grandchildren: Carter Dean (Bertha), Erin Elsworth (T.D.), Brian Collins (Katie), Michael Forston (Kara), Timmy Collins (Mary) and Will Forston (Lindsay) and eleven great- grandchildren: Luke, Ellie and Caleb Collins; Leslie Faye and Lucy Forston; Eli Collins and Robbie Forston; and Jessica, R.J., Alexis, Roderick.

Faye Margaret Curl August 19, 1923 ‐ June 4, 2016 Faye Margaret Curl passed away on June 4, 2016. She was born in Birmingham, Alabama, on August 19, 1923. Faye was born with a superb God-given musical talent which was an important part of her life. Throughout the years, she perfected this talent in the area of piano and voice. She began singing solos in church when she was so young that she had to stand on a box in order to be seen by the congregation. She competed in and won many voice competitions, particularly during her teenage years. During high school she had the female lead in all the musical productions. Following her senior year, she auditioned for and was awarded a scholarship to The Juilliard School of Music. In addition, she was offered ten other scholarships. Since her parents wanted her to stay close to home, she started her college career in 1941 with a scholarship to Birmingham-Southern College. It was there that she met the love of her life, Bill Curl, while singing in a Gilbert and Sullivan operetta. On December 18, 1943, Faye and Bill were married. When the war ended, Bill returned from his military service to complete his studies at Birmingham-Southern. Bill had felt God’s call to the ministry and he began to pastor a small church near the college. This was the start of Faye’s playing the piano and singing for church services. It was, however, only the beginning. Throughout the years, she taught herself to play the organ. She gave freely and frequently of her musical talents in all the churches where her husband served as the minister. She planned programs and participated in many civic functions throughout the years. Faye was always happy to give of her time and talents. As her husband so eloquently wrote, “I have thanked God over and over again for letting Faye fall in love with me. My ministry has been what it never could have been had it not been for this wonderful gift. I make no apologies for my role in taking her away from what may have been a great musical career. She has used the gift that God gave her to literally touch the lives of thousands of people.” Faye was preceded in death by her husband, the Reverend William (Bill) Curl, on March 19, 2016. Charles Ray Felkins March 29, 1942 ‐ October 5, 2016 Charles was born March 29, 1942, in Cordova, Alabama, and was a graduate from Cordova High School. He attended Howard College (now Samford University). Charles worked in the insurance industry his entire career and was an expert in his field. He retired in 2012 from Amerisafe as an insurance auditor. He spent his life perfecting the art of making the world a fun place in which to live. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Charles loved to read, ride his motorcycle and dreamed of being a race car driver! He loved his wife, the Reverend Sandra Felkins, above all else. Charles was known for his intelligence, his sense of humor and his love of history, especially religious history. He will be greatly missed in part for his ability to diagnose car problems over the phone from 500 miles away. He could give directions to every small town from Louisiana to North Carolina. His laugh could light up any room. He died October 5, 2016, at Northport DCH. His funeral was the afternoon of October 9, 2016, at Canterbury Episcopal Church in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He was buried in the church cemetery. Survivors include his wife Sandra Tyler Felkins; daughter Bettye Lisa Felkins (Robert Williams); son Charles Gregory Felkins (Amy); brothers Larry Felkins (Judy), Ricky Felkins (Jackie); mother Jeanette Fields Felkins; grandchildren Mason Fields, Garyson Felkins, Brennon Bailey, Lauren Bailey, Austin Shamblin, Katelynn Shamblin, Bella Baldo- Downs, Sophia Baldo-Downs, Brooke Thomas and Hudson Thomas.

Blanche Ellis Freeman January 7, 1945 ‐ May 29, 2016 Blanche Ellis Freeman was born to the late Haywood and Louise Ellis of Birmingham, Alabama, on January 7, 1945. Blanche passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving daughter and husband, on the morning of May 29, 2016, after battling a brief illness. Her memorial service was held at Davenport and Harris Funeral Home in Birmingham. Burial was in Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Trussville, Alabama. She was educated in the Birmingham City School System and went on to earn her bachelor’s degree from Miles College. She later received her master’s degree from Alabama State University, where she met her husband David, to whom she was married for 38 years. From this marriage, David and Blanche had one daughter, Davida. Mrs. Freeman was a dedicated Birmingham City School teacher for over 38 years. She spent most of those years teaching her favorite first graders at Inglenook Elementary School. Blanche dedicated her life to Christ at an early age and proudly assisted her husband with his charge of pastoring Antioch United Methodist Church in Attalla, Alabama. Her special calling was to develop a strong after-school program for the girls and boys of Attalla. They made many lifelong friends through their work at Antioch. Blanche was preceded in death by her siblings Albert and Haywood, Jr. and her stepdaughter Tammy Freeman. Precious memories of her life are cherished by her husband David; daughter Davida; stepdaughters Danielle and Raynell; stepson Aldean (Renee); step-grandchildren Gabrielle, Aldean, Jr., Jesse, Tamita, Antonio and Altino; four step-great-grandchildren; bonus daughters Arnethia (Roy) and Tamaka; sister-in-law Ruth; many sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. John G. Galloway August 1, 1948 ‐ December 10, 2016 John G. Galloway was born August 1, 1948, to parents Helen and John Garon Galloway, Sr. A 1966 graduate of W.A. Berry High School, Dr. Galloway earned his undergraduate degree in Religion from Birmingham-Southern College and his doctorate from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. He was ordained Deacon in 1971 and ordained Elder elected to Full Connection in 1976. He served the following pastoral appointments Grace (Associate), Ebenezer, Trinity and St. John. He also served appointments as CPE Resident (Montclair, Birmingham); Associate Director of Pastoral Care and Counseling; Pastoral Counselor and CPE Supervisor, Child and Family Development Center (Sarasota Florida Memorial Hospital); Chaplain and CPE Supervisor (Department of Veterans Affairs, Asheville, North Carolina); and CPE Supervisor (Florida Hospital, Orlando). He retired in 2014. Dr. Galloway passed away December 10, 2016, after a lengthy illness. A memorial service was held December 30, 2016, at Winter Park United Methodist Church in Orlando, Florida. He is survived by his wife Dr. Judy Galloway; brother Mike (Barbara); daughter Leigh Galloway Hoskins; and several stepchildren and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son Garon III.

Neil Gilbert Goss November 19, 1932 ‐ March 27, 2016 Neil Gilbert Goss was born on November 19, 1932, in Talladega, Alabama, to William C. Goss and Mae Etta Kelly Goss. The Reverend Goss devoted his life to the work of the United Methodist Church. He was ordained Deacon in 1964, an Elder in 1966, and elected into Full Connection in the North Alabama Conference in 1971. During his ministry he served the following appointments Pell City Circuit; Bethel Camp Ground; Talladega Purcell; Center Circuit; Owens Cross Roads; Bridgeport; Gorgas Parish; Cordova Long Memorial; Holt Andrews Chapel; Sheffield Highland; Cherokee; Double Springs; Goodwater; Rogers Chapel; McKendree; Skirum; and Vincent. He retired in 1995. He also served as a Chaplain in the Jefferson County area. He was a devoted husband to Lois Geneva Goss, who preceded him in death in 2007. He enjoyed talking to people, visiting the sick, gardening and the outdoors. He was a lifetime member of the Montgomery Zoo and was an Auburn fan. His funeral was March 31, 2016, in the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home in Alexander City, Alabama. He is survived by his sons William Virgil Goss (Patricia) and Timothy Randall Goss; daughter Salina Kay Sparks; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and his sister Helen Knight. Woodfin Kirk Grove October 23, 1918 ‐ October 16, 2016 Woodfin Kirk Grove was born in Birmingham, Alabama, to parents Thomas Jefferson Kirk Grove and Louisea Winchester Grove. He was a graduate of Ensley High School in Birmingham, Birmingham-Southern College and received his graduate degree in Theology from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. On February 12, 1943, he married Dorothy Rowland Grove. They had one daughter, Anne Grove Stiff. He was ordained Elder in 1946. The Reverend Grove increased the membership of each congregation he served. They included the following appointments: Hanceville, Falkville, Forest Lake, Central Park, East Lake and Vestavia Hills, as well as, serving 11 years at Annison First UMC where he was subsequently honored with the distinguished title of Pastor Emeritus. He retired in 1981, however his ministry continued as a trusted advisor; a published author; an ambassador for his church; a mentor for the young and old; a faithful servant; and a representative for Jesus Christ. He died on October 16, 2016, from kidney failure. A Celebration of Life Service was October 18, 2016, at First United Methodist Church of Anniston. Commendation by the Reverend Dr. Thomas R. Smith Woodfin’s life is, first of all, an American success story. He was born in the coal mining area west of Birmingham in 1918 just as World War I was ending. His mother died when he was four, whereupon he went to live with his mother’s younger sister and her husband. And then his father died when he was nine. He spoke quite appreciatively of the loving support and the spirit of self-discipline his uncle instilled in him during those most difficult economic times. His potential for high achievement was recognized by others while he was yet a teenager. His Uncle Frank Grove secured an appointment for him to attend West Point. To his uncle’s disappointment, God had already called Woodfin into the ministry. His acceptance of this call from God instead of accepting the appointment to West Point started a life-long journey that brought his charm, his wisdom and his loving spirit to bear on so many lives wherever he served the church. In any way you look at Woodfin Grove’s life, you see a life of excellence and achievement. My first knowledge of him was when I was a teenager who grew up in the Methodist Church, not knowing him personally, but knowing of him primarily because he drove fast sports cars. He earned the reputation of a church builder. In fact, at one of his early churches, he physically engaged the services of the Boy Scouts to help break up rocks that were plentiful in the countryside to use in the construction of the building. While serving important and large churches, he also served the larger church as Executive Secretary of the Conference Board of Missions, as Director of the Methodist Children’s Home, Chairman of the Conference Board of Interpretation and a member of the worldwide Methodist Linkage Commission in the turbulent sixties. At different times, he was secretary and chairman of the Conference Commission on World Service and Finance, during which time the office of Management of Fiscal Affairs was created and staffed with professionals. I once asked him what achievement, other than getting Dorothy to marry him, gave him the greatest satisfaction. I fully expected him to choose serving as pastor of one of the great “high steeple” churches in the Conference, or possibly participating in the establishment of the United Methodist Foundation, or adding the immeasurable asset of Camp Lee to the ministries of Anniston First, or enjoying the respect and appreciation of virtually every pastor in the Conference. Instead, his response was the personal relationships he developed and cherished with the laity and other pastors throughout the years. It becomes quite clear that driving the exotic foreign sports cars and riding motorcycles were not Woodfin’s primary goal in life. They were, perhaps, two of his pleasures while also providing a marvelous entry point to attract to Christ and his church some who had never identified with a Methodist preacher before. And that was his goal. In whatever way he could use his God-given talents, he would raise them to a level of excellence that would attract others to him and ultimately to the God he served. Burmah Maelene Hardin June 2, 1935 ‐ March 22, 2017 Burmah Maelene Hardin was born June 2, 1935, to Ershel and Flossie Creel in Warrior, Alabama. She married the Reverend Leldon Hardin on November 25,1953. They were married for 55 years. She was a homemaker. She passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2017. She was a resident of Yale, Oklahoma, at the time of passing.

C.S. “Mike” Hendon January 28, 1938 ‐ December 22, 2016 Dr. C.S. “Mike” Hendon was born in Detroit, Michigan, on January 28, 1938. He was the son of Hazel Jackson Hendon. He married Shirley Huffine on January 19, 1958, in Tucson, Arizona. They have three children, Michael Stanley Hendon, Deborah Sue Guyton and Donna Marie Pitts. He has a sister, Carolyn Patrick. The Reverend Hendon received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 1970 from Carson Newman College, a Master of Divinity in 1973 from Southeastern Seminary, and a Doctorate in Christian Counseling in 1988 from Bethany Theological Seminary. He was ordained in the Baptist Church and served as a part time pastor in Methodist Churches. He retired in January 2013. Mike served on the Northwest District Disaster Relief Team. He volunteered with the American Red Cross and the American Cancer Society. Dr. Hendon died suddenly on December 22, 2016, of a heart attack. Services were held at Greenview Funeral Home on December 26, 2016, with burial in Pisgah Cemetery in Cloverdale, Alabama. Commendation by his wife Shirley Hendon He was retired from the US Navy, came out of the service and went back to school to become a pastor. He pastored for 40 years in various Baptist and United Methodist churches. He was a part time pastor in small United Methodist Churches – Pisgah, Belgreen, Sanderson Chapel and Leighton. He was pastor of Hackleburg when he died. He made the comment that he was going to preach till he died. He loved people and was well known in the area.

Sarah B. Johnson August 16, 1928 ‐ June 1, 2016 Sarah B. Johnson passed away June 1, 2016, at Fair Haven Retirement Community in Birmingham. She was the surviving spouse of the Reverend Dr. J. Sam Johnson. She worked 45 years in the housing industry specializing in low income housing for the elderly. She retired in 1991. A Graveside Service was held the morning of June 4, 2016, at Elmwood Cemetery. Mrs. Johnson is preceded in death by her parents George and Lura Isaacs; husband Dr. J. Sam Johnson; brothers Ralph, Julius and William J. Isaacs; and sister Katherine Ash. She is survived by sister-in-law Frances Isaacs; step daughter Nellie Jo Estes (Neal); stepson Jerry Johnson (Grova); step grandchildren Gina Christopher, Damon and Joseph Estes, Crissie Molina and Kelly Johnson; nieces and nephews Gerald Ash, Lee Isaacs, Kathy Tyson, Julie Faye Griffin, Mary Anna Davis, Lynda Daniel, Jeffery, Julius Jr. and Jennifer Isaacs, and Dr. George Isaacs. Clyde M. Jones February 27, 1927 ‐ February 16, 2017 Clyde M. Jones was born February 27, 1927. He attended Immaculate High School in Birmingham. From 1945 to 1947 he served in the U.S. Coast Guard. After attending college at Howard University in Washington, D.C., he joined the U.S. Army in 1950 and served for three years including 18 months in Korea. While in the Army he worked in the Criminal Investigation Division with the Army’s 212th Police Company, which was renamed the 519th Police Company after it was integrated. In 1956, he made history becoming one of the first two black applicants for the job of Birmingham Police Officer. While his work in the Army provided relevant experience for the job, he was not allowed to take the required test to qualify because it stipulated “whites only.” After attempting to take the test a second time, the Alabama Christian Movement for Human Rights, founded by the Reverend Fred Shuttlesworth, sued the Birmingham personal board. The lawsuit resulted in changes which allowed the first African- American officer to be hired a decade later. A 2014 article in the The Birmingham News notes, “Jones never became a police officer, although he later was a chaplain for both the Bessemer Police and Birmingham Police.” Jones entered the ministry in 1975. He served churches in the Alabama-West Florida Conference and earned a theology degree from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, before transferring to the North Alabama Conference. He became an Associate Member of the North Alabama Conference in 1979. He served the following appointments: Decatur Parish; Morning Star; Triana St Paul; Stevenson Circuit; Enon; and Union Chapel/Wedowee Circuit. He retired in 1997. After retirement he served as pastor of St. Mary’s United Methodist Church and later Hopewell United Methodist Church. The 2014 Birmingham News article quotes the Reverend Jones saying, ““My main message is God is good, and He answers prayers. He don’t give no drive-in service, but bye and bye, He answers prayers.” Rev. Jones died on February 16, 2017. Graveside services were February 24, 2017, at Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo, Alabama.

Sarah Ann Robinson Kimbrough October 10, 1930 ‐ July 3, 2016 Sarah Ann Robinson Kimbrough was born on October 10, 1930, in Birmingham, Alabama, the daughter of real estate agent Forris Sylvester Robinson and his wife Eunice Reed Robinson. She died on July 3, 2016, after an extended illness. She received certification as a Registered Nurse from Carraway Methodist Hospital School of Nursing in Birmingham, and became an Instructor in Nursing at Jefferson Hospital. She attended Birmingham-Southern College where she met her husband to be, S T Kimbrough, Jr. They married on November 21, 1956, at Eleventh Avenue Methodist Church in Birmingham. Upon his graduation they moved to North Carolina where he attended Duke University Divinity School and was minister of the Hillsborough Methodist Church in Hillsborough, North Carolina. While he pursued Ph.D. studies at Princeton Theological Seminary (Princeton, New Jersey), Sarah completed a B.A. degree at Rider University (Lawrenceville, New Jersey), and studied Applied Arts at Princeton University developing skills in sketching and various art media. In 1970 she moved with her family to Bonn, Germany, where her husband sang opera and was a guest professor of comparative religion at Bonn University. She worked for the American Embassy in Bonn, and was later employed as Assistant to the Pastor, Director of Christian Education and Administrator of the American Protestant Church there. In Germany she also developed a relief style of painting that would characterize her future artwork. Her works of art were exhibited in Germany and throughout New Jersey, North Carolina and Alabama. Upon returning to the United States in the 1980s she pursued a Master of Arts degree in Christian Education at Princeton Theological Seminary. From 1980 to 2008 she and her husband lived in Bay Head, New Jersey, where he once served as minister of St. Paul’s Methodist Church (1962 – 1966). In 2008 they moved to Durham, North Carolina. She is survived by her husband, three sons: David, Timothy and Mark, nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Son Steven is deceased. A faithful spouse, loving mother, best friend, of deep Christian faith, she will long be remembered for her loving spirit and creation of beauty. Sarah Robinson Kimbrough’s Inurnment was held on July 16, 2016, in the Columbarium at the Church of the Holy Family in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Gerald C. “Jerry” Krueger May 8, 1921 ‐ December 5, 2016 Gerald Chester “Jerry” Krueger was born on May 8, 1921, in Pensaukee Township, Oconto, Wisconsin, to Albert and Myrtle Bidwell Krueger. He grew up there and graduated from Oconto High School. He was principal of a rural school after graduating from Marinette Normal School. He answered the call to serve his country in the U. S. Army. Captain Krueger saw action in the European African Middle Eastern Campaign during World War II and earned several medals for his bravery including the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. He returned to Brookside, Wisconsin, and built and owned the Brookside Feed Store where the motto was “the hurrier I go, the behinder I get.” After moving to Tupelo, Mississippi, he earned the CLU designation in insurance and worked throughout his life as an Insurance Agency Manager/Sales Agent, mostly with Liberty National Life Insurance Company. Jerry married Mae Laduron January 1, 1942. Mae was tragically killed in a car accident December 22, 1962, leaving Jerry to raise their children Lynn and Debbie. After an interesting meeting at a 1963 National Methodist Town and Country meeting in Minneapolis he married Nell McCloud on February 16, 1964. After selling the Feed Mill they moved to the Tupelo area. Both Jerry and Nell were servants in the United Methodist Church. The Reverend Krueger served Churches in Northeast Mississippi. After moving to Birmingham, Alabama, in June of 1977 he continued to sell insurance and served several churches in the Birmingham area including Stockham and Shadyside. After returning to Tupelo in 1998 the Kruegers continued to minister to friends. As a Master Mason, Jerry was well-read, jovial and a learned man. He enjoyed his pastoral responsibilities to his parishioners and was well respected by them. He enjoyed his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and their successes in life and spent many hours making sure that his wife Nell got what she wanted. Jerry transformed from this life to the life everlasting on Monday, December 5, 2016, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. A service of Death and Resurrection celebrating his life was December 10, 2016, at the Tupelo Chapel of Holland Funeral Directors. A committal service followed at Lamar County Memorial Gardens in Vernon, Alabama, where he was laid to rest next to his beloved wife Nell. He is survived by his two children Lynn Krueger (Penny) and Dr. Debbie Krueger Wells (David); two grandchildren Daniel Krueger (Heather) and David Oliver Clark (Donna); and three great grandchildren Isaac, Caitlyn and Erin. Rogers Lancaster December 4, 1933 ‐ July 4, 2016 The Reverend Rogers Lancaster encountered and accepted Jesus, His (Brother) Lord and Savior when he was eleven years old. As he became involved in the community, his contact with people helped Jesus come to life and he found his calling. His faith was extremely important to him. His life was dedicated to his faith in God; thus leading him into full-time ministry. He was born December 4, 1933, in Woodland, Alabama, to McKinley and Mary Etta Johnson Lancaster. On August 29, 1989, he married Jessie Holley in Randolph County Alabama. Their children are Xavier, Juan and Janine Lancaster, Chadez Griffin and Tionne Griffin. Lancaster attended Maryland University, Virginia State and Emory University. He received the Ministerial Course of Study Certificate for 5th year at Candler Theological Seminary in August 1988. He completed several Bible Study Courses between 1980 and 1983. He was ordained in the Church of the God Within in August 1979 in Lake Park, Florida. He served in the United States Army as Sergeant First Class during the Korean War with the 101st Airborne Division, receiving an Honorable Discharge. He was a member of the National Association of Amateur Radio Club, the East Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission, Southern Poverty Law Center, NAACP, The American Legion and Disabled American Veterans. He retired from the United Methodist Church as a Local Pastor on June 7, 1999, after serving Talladega Circuit, Triana St. Paul and Powell Chapel. He also served on the Board of Social Concerns. Rev. Lancaster died on July 4, 2016. He was buried at Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church in Woodland, Alabama, on July 11, 2016.

Willie Joe Mallory January 15, 1930 ‐ March 10, 2017 The Reverend Willie Joe Mallory was born on January 15, 1930, in Alexander City, Alabama, to John Aubrey Mallory and Velma Scott Mallory. He had two brothers, the Reverend Lenox Mallory and Robert Thomas Mallory. He was married to Magdalene Bentley Mallory on March 24, 1949, in West Point, Georgia. They have four children: Capt. Tony Mallory, Brenda Farr, Darlene Hobbs and Melana Lashley. They also have nine grandchildren and nine great- grandchildren. Mallory was licensed to preach in 1968. He attended Southern Union State Community College and Emory University. He became an Associate Member of the North Alabama Conference in 1975. He served the following appointments: Wadley Westside Circuit; Scottsboro Circuit; Alexander City Comer Memorial; Fort Payne Asbury; New Site; and Kellyton. He retired in 1994 but continued to preach. He was an active member of his home church, Flint Hill United Methodist Church, until his death. He loved the Lord and proclaimed the name of Jesus until his last week. He touched numerous lives and positively influenced countless people. He leaves a lasting Christian legacy. Rev. Mallory passed away on March 10, 2017, at his home surrounded by his family. He had battled leukemia for only a short time. His funeral service was held by March 15, 2017, at Flint Hill United Methodist Church. Burial was at Hillview Memorial Park in Alexander City. F. Burnen Martin Jr. December 1, 1926 ‐ November 26, 2016 F.B. Martin Jr. was born in Edgewater, Alabama, on December 1, 1926, to F. B., Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Martin. He is predeceased by four sisters and one brother. He married Frances Jane Shoemaker on November 13, 1947, at Docena Methodist Church in Docena, Alabama. They had a daughter, Angela Grace Martin Smith (Dillon) and a son, David Maston Martin (deceased). Their grandchildren are Michael James Smith and Isabella Marie Smith. Martin served as a Corporal in the Army of the United States from February 20, 1945, to October 7, 1946. He graduated from Minor High School, Birmingham, in 1944; Snead Junior College, Boaz, in 1965; and Florence State College, Florence, in 1967 with Honors. He was ordained Deacon in 1967, Elder in 1969 and received into Full Connection in 1969 by Bishop Kenneth Goodson and Bishop William R. Cannon. For 30 years the Reverend Martin served in North Alabama Conference churches: these Methodist Churches before 1968-Antioch, Mountain Chapel, Bethel, Hillsboro, Morris Chapel, Chalybeate, Wesley Memorial, Altoona; and these United Methodist Churches – Moody, Clay, Flint Hill, Riddle’s Chapel and Isom’s Chapel. He retired in 1992. Rev. Martin died on November 26, 2016. His funeral was held on November 29, 2016, at Warrenton United Methodist Church in Guntersville, Alabama, with burial at Highland Memorial in Bessemer, Alabama. Legacy of the Reverend F. B. Martin, Jr. prepared by Angela Martin Smith, loving daughter Pastor, evangelist, loving husband and wonderful dad, Banny Martin had made it his life’s work to win souls for the Kingdom of God. His love for God, family and friends was clearly evident in his everyday life. He was much loved and respected and was a courageous soldier for the Lord! 519 souls saved, 19 preachers answered the call to preach, 200+ revivals, 16 camp meetings, 4 trips to the Holy Land, preached in 5 states: Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, Kentucky, Tennessee; and pastored for 30 years.

Driscoll Bell Proctor July 10, 1920 ‐ December 17, 2016 Driscoll Bell Proctor was born July 10, 1920, in Vincent, Alabama. She was the oldest of eleven children. She graduated from the Misses Howard School in Birmingham and worked in Atlanta and Birmingham before marrying Russell Proctor in 1947. They settled in Hartselle, Alabama, where Russell worked in the wholesale grocery business. A few years later, Russell felt the call to ministry and moved his family to Atlanta, Georgia, where he attended Candler School of Theology. Russell and Driscoll served churches in Gadsden, Springville, Leeds, Anniston, Sulligent and Birmingham. They “retired” in 1985 to Leeds, Alabama, where they continued in ministry and enjoyed working with older adults in the church and community. Driscoll loved the United Methodist Women and was very active in each unit where she was involved. She dearly loved her family and friends, working in her yard and delivering Meals on Wheels. Driscoll died December 17, 2016. She is survived by her daughter Susan Proctor Rives; her son David Proctor; 5 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren. Driscoll had been married to Russell for 64 years when he died in 2012. Also preceding her in death are daughter Sally Proctor; son John Proctor; and infant daughter Kathleen Proctor. Hughey Lavelle Reynolds June 23, 1914 ‐ March 4, 2017 Lavelle Reynolds died March 4, 2017, in Lineville, Alabama. He was born in Barfield June 23, 1914, to John Thomas Hughey and Inas Octavia Whatley Reynolds and was reared in Lineville. He married Imogene Bean in 1946. Lavelle was licensed to preach in 1957. Over the next 40 years he served 24 churches, mostly in circuits, in east central Alabama. He was ordained deacon in 1968 and received as an Associate Member in 1978. He retired in 1984 but served churches until the late 1990s. He was known as a loving and attentive pastor. He is remembered by campers at Sumatanga as a wise and caring counselor. He and Imogene are remembered by colleagues for their friendship, compassion and willingness to serve. During the last six years in the nursing home he was “preacher” and often prayed with and for staff and patients. Lavelle is survived by his daughter-in-law Barbara Reynolds; daughter Carolyn Hill and her husband Jimmy; son the Reverend Hughey Reynolds and his wife Sandy; and daughter Charlotte Junkins and her husband Wayne. He is also survived by nine grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Rev. Reynolds was preceded in death by his wife in 1992 and by his son Rod. A Service of Death and Resurrection was held for Lavelle at Lineville First United Methodist Church March 9, 2017. He is buried in the Lineville City Cemetery.

Margaret Mizzell Shaw January 30, 1923 ‐ June 25, 2016 Margaret Mizzell Shaw was born January 30, 1923, in Sylacauga, Alabama, to Rufus Mizzell and Lillard Bowman Mizzell. She was the wife of the Reverend Lee Roy Shaw, Sr. and mother to Lee Roy Shaw, Jr. and Noval Earl Shaw. She graduated from Winterboro High School in 1941 as Valedictorian. She attended Sycamore United Methodist Church. Margaret died June 25, 2016, at her residence. Her funeral service was Monday, June 27, 2016. The Reverends Lee Roy Shaw Sr., Lee Roy Shaw Jr., Calvin Shaw, and Jimbo Shaw officiated. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery in Sylacauga.

Commendation by the Reverend Lee Roy Shaw, Sr. Margaret Mizzell Shaw was a loving wife, mother and grandmother but most of all she was a dedicated Christian. She served God fully. If she told you she would pray for you, she definitely would. Not only would you be on her prayer list but she called each person by name daily. She was an awesome role model. She was noted as “the perfect preacher’s wife” in all the churches her husband served through the years. Prior to becoming a pastor’s wife she served faithfully as the MYF leader at Sycamore Methodist. She also served on many boards of the church and was a dedicated member of the choir. When you hear people say “Heaven Gained an Angel” that applied 100% to Margaret Shaw. Lillian Arnette Smotherman October 9, 1922 ‐ January 1, 2017 Lillian Arnette Steele Smotherman was born October 9, 1922, to parents James R. Steele and Lillian Long Steele. She obtained a Master’s Degree in Christian Education and was a retired School Teacher with Birmingham City Schools. She was preceded in death by her husband the Reverend Ernest Hermon Smotherman. She went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 1, 2017, at Regency Nursing Home in Madison, Alabama. Her funeral was January 3, 2017, in the Lawrence Funeral Home Chapel in Moulton, Alabama. She was buried in Moulton Memory Gardens. Mrs. Smotherman is survived by her daughter: Susan Hoop (Thomas) and three granddaughters Anna Hoop Fleming (William), Catherine Hoop and Sarah Hoop.

Mary Sue Spinks July 25, 1946 – January 29, 2017 Mary Sue Spinks was born July 25, 1946. She was the spouse of the Reverend Doyle Spinks. She passed away on January 29, 2017, at the age of 70 in Altoona, Alabama. Her Memorial Service was the morning of February 4, 2017, at Rock Springs United Methodist Church in Blountsville.

Leroy Tidwell October 30, 1934 ‐ January 3, 2017 Leroy Tidwell was born October 30, 1934, in Cullman County, Alabama, to Henry Lee Tidwell and Lillie Mae Boyd Tidwell. The Reverend Dr. Tidwell was ordained Deacon in 1988 and Elder in 1990. He served the following appointments: Tabernacle; Sandy Ridge/Harrington Heights; Section/Dutton; Earnest; Mignon/Center Hill; and Central Heights/ Oakland. He retired in 2000. He died at age 82 on January 3, 2017, at Decatur Morgan Hospital. He is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn (Framke) Tidwell; son Duane Ayers; daughter Tracye Cunningham Kirby; brother J. R. Tidwell; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Frank Lee Turnbow August 28, 1938 ‐ July 15, 2016 The Reverend Frank Lee Turnbow was born August 28, 1938, in Jasper, Alabama. His parents were Willis M. and Gertrude Duncan Turnbow. He married Cornelia Kirby on June 11, 1966. They had three children, Michael David (deceased), Katherine Ann Sharpe and Mark Alan. He spent the first half of his adult life serving in the US Air Force and US Army. He received his B. S. degree Cum Laude from the University of North Alabama in May 1964 and his M.Div. from Duke University in June 1967. He became a Deacon in 1967 and an Elder in 1969. He served as a Chaplain in the US Army from 1969 to 1986. Before entering the Army, he served the Double Springs Circuit, the Kennedy Circuit and Coaling Andrew’s. He retired in June 1992. Rev. Turnbow died July 15, 2016. His memorial service was July 17, 2016, at Trinity United Methodist Church in Huntsville, Alabama. Commendation by the Reverend Mac Buttram, Retired Elder I met Frank Turnbow soon after he returned home to Jasper after serving in the Air Force. During his time in the military he had felt the Holy Spirit’s leadership to enter ordained ministry. Not having been raised in a church, Frank came to my father, Gus Buttram, who was the pastor of West Jasper Methodist Church (now Zion) to talk about his decision. Although a few years older than me, Frank and I became friends and he became a mentor to me. I came to admire his faithfulness and commitment. I was honored when Frank asked me to be a groomsman at his and Cornelia’s wedding in 1966. Frank’s first appointment was the Double Springs Circuit. He was then sent to Kennedy Circuit where he invited my father to come preach a revival. I spent a couple of days with them there and witnessed Frank’s love for his people. While at Kennedy the math teacher at the high school had to leave and Frank was hired to teach math. His next appointment was Coaling where he also did a Clinical Pastoral Education at Bryce Mental Hospital. From there he entered the Army as a chaplain. Frank served a tour to Vietnam and various other bases in the United States and abroad. Following retirement from the chaplaincy he and his family moved to Huntsville. They came to Trinity where he served in a retired clergy role. He retired from the North Alabama Conference in 1992. Over the past few years Frank attended Cappuccio & Christ, Trinity’s contemporary service. Each Sunday he and some others arrived early for the service, drinking coffee and generally sharing stories and fellowship. Frank became a fixture there and was much loved and appreciated. Frank Turnbow faithfully served his country, his church, his family and God. He leaves a legacy of faithfulness and love.

Ronald R. Winterberg June 28, 1935 ‐ June 6, 2016 Ronald Winterberg was born in Cumberland, Maryland, on June 28, 1935. He was an Associate Member who served in the Baltimore-Washington Conference from 1965 to 1989. At that time he transferred to the North Alabama Conference where he served appointments at Milner’s Chapel and Sanderson Chapel. He retired in 1997. In 2003, he and his wife Nancy returned to Maryland and resided at Asbury Methodist Village in Gaithersburg, Maryland. He died June 6, 2016. His memorial service was August 13, 2016, at the Guild Chapel at Asbury Methodist Village. He was buried in his hometown of Cumberland, Maryland. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Winterberg, who died in 2006, and his step-son. Clyde Herman Yates July 16, 1926 ‐ April 25, 2017 Clyde Herman Yates was born in Lebanon, Virginia, on July 16, 1926, to Quay E. and Laura Millen Yates. He married Elizabeth O. Francis at McCoy Methodist Church in Anniston, Alabama, on October 11, 1950. The Reverend Yates received a B.S. degree from Elizabeth College of Commerce and attended Anniston Business College and the United Methodist Church Ministerial Classes. He served churches in St. Clair and Talladega county areas until his retirement in 1979. He served as Chaplain of Scout Troop 130 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Talladega from 1969-1979. Rev. Yates passed away on April 25, 2017, and was buried at Pine Hill Memorial on April 27, 2017. He was a minister for all his churches and their members. He was a loving and caring father. He would listen to anybody and help them. He was a faithful member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He could teach younger ministers something. He served churches at Odenville, Ashville, Springville, Stemley Bridge and Fruithurst. Rev. Yates had one son, two daughters, five brothers and six sisters. He loved to work in his own garden from which he fed his family. He is survived by his son James C. Yates; his daughters Laura Biggers and Elizabeth Talton; his brothers Frank and Tivis Yates; and his sisters Elsie Tarwater, Van Taylor, Jean Francis and Joyce Taylor. Order of Worship Prelude Choral Call to Worship Old Testament Lesson Psalm 95:1-7 (CEB) Greeting Hymn How Firm a Foundation Invocation Anthem Great is Thy Faithfulness Epistle Lesson Galatians 6:9-10 (NIV) Act of Remembrance Anthem How Lovely Are Thy Dwellings Gospel Lesson John 13:34-35 (CEB) Sermon “Don’t Miss the Miracle” Rev. Sherry Harris A Prayer for All the Saints Hymn Sing With All the Saints in Glory Benediction Bishop Debra Wallace-Padgett Postlude