Mobile, Alabama
THREADGILL Willie Ausie Threadgill - an 88 year-old native of Anne Manie, AL and longtime resident of Mobile, AL, born March 31, 1924 to the late Viola and Obadiah Threadgill, Sr., passed away into eternal rest on January 18, 2013. He served as principal of W.D. Robbins Elementary School for 24 years. However, his professional tenure totaled 37 years of service. Mr. Threadgill was a faithful and devoted member of Memorial Presbyterian Church where he served as a Sunday School Teacher, Elder, and Moderator. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 65 years, Marguerite Threadgill; 3 children, Casaundra (Joseph) Ross, Wendell (Beverly) Threadgill, and Gayle (Bruce) Ligon; 6 grandchildren, Crystal (Charles) Graham, Chresal (Tanya) Threadgill, Jared (Jessica) Ligon, Jillian (Rudy) Ransom, Jessica (Ricardo) Reed, and Courtney Ross; 10 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Edith Ervin of Anne Manie, AL (Wilcox County) and Vernice Pope of Marion Junction, AL; a sister-in-law, Uralee Haynes; many nieces and nephews; a devoted friend of the family, Clarence Davis. The body will lie in state at Memorial Presbyterian Church, 2450 St. Stephens Rd, Friday, January 25, 2013 from 5:00p.m.- 7:00p.m. The family will receive friends at Springhill Presbyterian Church, 10 Westminister Way, between Old Shell Rd. and Bit & Spur Rd., Saturday, January 26, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. funeral hour. Interment will be at Pine Crest Cemetery, Dauphin Island Parkway, Mobile, AL. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Memorial Presbyterian Church in memory of Willie A. Threadgill, 2450 St. Stephens Rd., Mobile, Alabama 36617. Funeral arrangement entrusted to CHRISTIAN BENEVOLENT FUNERAL HOME, 201 N. HAMILTON ST. MOBILE, AL 36603
Da Da missing you this morning, but standing firm on His word that one who lives a life in His image will have an everlasting life. I love you...until we meet again...
Jessica Ligon Reed
October 22, 2013 | Mobile, AL
I know that no words can help ease the pain and loss that you are feeling right now. You are in my every prayer and thought. I know Mr. Threadgill is driving (car) in heaven.
Renee Nobles-Moore
January 30, 2013 | Houston, TX
My heart is heavy for the lost of Mr. Threadgill. My prayers go out to the family. May god bless the family always.
Rose George
January 28, 2013 | Mobile, AL
The world has lost a great educator. He was the best prinicpal ever. He was always so kind and understanding and made us feel safe. We will miss you Mr. Threadgill.
Antionette Alexander
January 28, 2013 | Baton Rouge, LA
Thinking of you in your hour of sorrow.
Gwendolyn Oates Bryant - zeta Phi Beta Sorority,Inc.
Gwendolyn Bryant
January 27, 2013 | Eight Mile, AL
To the Threadgill Family
I send my condolences, my prayers are with you all
Bay Bruh
January 26, 2013 | Mobile, AL
To Sis. Cassandra Ross and Family.
Please except our heartfelt sympathy during your time of sorrow.
Rose & Larry McAdoo
January 26, 2013 | Pikesville, MD
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Barbara Lang
January 25, 2013 | Mobile, AL
"Every mortal loss is an immortal gain," William Blake.
Mrs. Threadgill, Casaundra, Wendell, Gayle, and family; I pray that Mr. Threadgill's eternal spirit continue to brighten your path.
He certainly was admired and respected by many. Thank you for sharing his greatness.
Edith, Nigel, Pharron, Verma, and Cleveland Rivers
January 25, 2013 | Lawrenceville, GA