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James Sellers Obituary
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 17, 2009, at Ebenezer Baptist Church with the Revs. John Culbreth, Gerald Love, Don Tew and Tony Roberts officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in the church cemetery with Byrd Funeral Home on West Main Street directing. Mr. Sellers will be placed in the church one hour prior to service time on Wednesday.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Southern Care Hospice, 2576 Montgomery Highway, Suite 2, Dothan, AL 36303 or Ebenezer Baptist Church "Building Fund," 3894 Ebenezer Road, Columbia, AL 36319.
Byrd Funeral Home on West Main Street, (334) 793-3003, is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guest book at www.dothaneagle.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Sellers
Catherine (Wilkerson) Wood
June 18, 2009
Sue, it is evident from all the entries here you and Louie were deeply loved and respected by the many young people you touched in education. These memories will alwys be a comfort to you and your family. I join all of them in extending my love and sympaty in your loss. You are in my prayers.
June 18, 2009
Mrs. Sellers
I am so sorry about Mr. Louie. My deepest prayers are with you. I knew you better than I did him. Even though it ha been 50 years, I still remember a lot of the things that happen. I feel that you really related to the students. Everyone
thought a lot of both of you.
Ozzie Jean Eubanks Ellis
Class of 1960
Mary Sue (Thornell) Arnold Fox
June 18, 2009
Mrs. Sellers and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. The class of 1960 fell in love with you and Mr. Sellers. You made learning fun and exciting; and guided us gently to be the best that we could be.
Sara(Wondall) Culbreth
June 17, 2009
Mrs. Sellers and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Gosh it seems like only yesterday, we were graduating from Ashford High School, Class of 1960 and 1961. You and Mr. Louie were always there for us. I remember the class play, "If Mother Only Knew", you directed for us. You are like a mother to so many people whose lives you touched in so many ways along with Mr. Louie. May you always remember the wonderful memories of him. We love you.
June 17, 2009
June17,2009
Mrs.Sellers and family,
We were sorry to hear of Mr. Sellers passing. We have great memories of you both. May God's Peace be your peace. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you.
Gene and Elaine(Etheredge)Bowen
2625 Fair Oaks Dr.
Montgomery, Al.36117
Shirley Lanton
June 17, 2009
Sue and family,
So sorry about Louie. My prayers are with you all.
Love, Shirley
Sandy Strasen
June 17, 2009
Dear Sue and family,
So sorry to hear about Louie's passing.When I first opened this up this morning, it was during the time of his funeral service, so I said a special prayer for you all. I know that your feelings are mixed and raw right now and I also know that our loving Father will be with you every step of the way as you grieve and go on with life. May you feel His Presence and comfort.
Much Love,
Sandy Carroll Strasen
Zandy Williams
June 17, 2009
Mrs. Sellers, Clay and Stephanie,
You have my condolences and sympathy in the passing of Mr. Sellers.
Jack Ready
June 17, 2009
Sue and Family,
Our prayers are with you during these tough days. Louie left his imprint on the lives of the people that crossed his path. His influence was far reaching and a great testimony as an educator and a God fearing man. Sue, you and Louie made a difference in the lives of people and your rewards will be great.
Barbara Carroll
June 17, 2009
I am really sorry I could not be with you all today but you are certainly in my thoughts and prayers....Louie's calm demanor and welcome smile are part of my memories of him. It is gratifying to see so many positive remembrances from former students which emphasizes his influence on many lives over the years.
I am sure Earl has already given him the heavenly tour and shown him where the best tomato patch is located!
See you soon---
Suzanne Wilson
June 17, 2009
Mrs. Sellers,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Sellers passing. I enjoyed working with you and Mr. Sellers through the school system. You and your family with be in my thoughts and prayers.
Ann & Mel Henderson
June 17, 2009
Sue and Family,
We're so sorry to hear about Louie.
I remember growing up in church with both of you. We also had many good ice cream socials back then. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sandra Williams
June 17, 2009
When your heart is aching, think of a happy memory that will make you smile. I have so many happy memories with "Momma Sue" and "Mr. Louie". Some go back to my high school days and then there was chaperone duty for our children at AHS, they never fell to make me smile. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, Mr. Louie was a joy and will be missed by all who knew him.
Thinking of you with love,
Sandra Williams
Beth (Belcher) Shelton
June 17, 2009
Miss Sue, Stephanie, Clay and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Louie's passing. He was always the sweetest man. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Much love,
Beth Belcher Shelton
Ronnie Folkes
June 17, 2009
Mrs Sellers and Family
I am sorry to learn of Mr Louie's passing.I greatly appreciate the guidance and leadership he gave during the years at Webb Jr. High.
g carter
June 17, 2009
my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kathy Mathis
June 16, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Elouise & David Klages
June 16, 2009
Sue, Clay and family, Stephanie and family,
Thinking of all of you tonight. Louie was so special to David and I. There are many memories that we have of him. He was always so caring and concerned all the time. Checking on Daddy to see how he was doing. I know all of you will miss him. Just treasure the memories, as they will become
"Precious Memories" as time goes on.
Jan Kelly
June 16, 2009
Sue, Clay & family,
I am so very sorry I could not be with you today, however, you are not far from my thoughts. My deepest prayers are with you today. Mr. Louie was such a sweetheart. I loved him dearly, as I do all of you. We will all share your loss.
With much prayer & sympathy,
Jan Kelly
Crawford/Betty Drake
June 16, 2009
Sue and family:
Our sympathy in the loss of your sweet husband/father/grandfather. Memories of "Ashford days" are among our favorites and your family had a unique part in their formation. Flipping thro albums we find numerous pictures of Clay and Walt. Be assured of our prayers as you face this period of grief.
June 16, 2009
Mrs. Sellers
I'm so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of both of you. I am thankful that you had such a positive influence on me. Your family will be in my prayers.
PAT HENDERSON CLANTON
AHS CLASS OF 1960
Tommy Stringfellow
June 16, 2009
Mrs. Sellers,
I am really sorry to hear of Mr. Sellers death. I didn't know him as well as I knew you. You tried to keep me straight. I am appreciative now for your efforts.
Tom Stringfellow
AHS Class of 1960
Charlotte Retherford Merritt
June 16, 2009
To Mrs. Sue Sellers and all of The James Louie Sellers Family,
I am one of your students from long ago, Class of '60, Ashford High School, Ashford AL! My deepest sympathy in the loss of your dear husband, father and grandfather. May the knowledge of where he is today, sitting at the feet of Jesus - pain free, be of comfort to you. You will remain in my prayers as you walk through this season of grief.
Regenia (Lee) Murray
June 16, 2009
Mrs. Sellers,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Sellers. I was a student in your senior class at AHS in 1982 and remember you fondly. I attended school with Clay and Stephanie and we were in the band for a long time together. In fact, I was in the first grade play with Clay when he was the "King of Hearts" and I was "Mother Goose" at Houston County HS. Anyway, I hope this brings smile to your face at this very difficult time. Please share my condolences with the rest of your family and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gene and Martha Carlan
June 16, 2009
Mrs. Sellers, Clay and Stephanie,
Our hearts go out to you in the loss of your husband and father. Mr. Sellers was a special person to us. He loved his family as evidenced in the time we lived in Dothan and also was a godly man. We will continue to pray for your family during this time of bereavement.
Judy (Martin) Mosteller
June 16, 2009
Mrs. Sellers and Family,
I am deeply saddened by the news of Mr. Sellers' passing. He was a very special man and one that I will never forget. He was a wonderful person to work with. I know he loved his family and God with all of his heart. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy (Martin) Mosteller
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