Darlene Corey Obituary
She loved attending church and found great joy in teaching children during children's church. Reading the Bible was a big part of her daily life, and she often enjoyed relaxing with search-a-word puzzles. As a devout Christian, her faith shaped everything she did. She cherished going on road trips, shopping with family and friends, and cheering for Alabama football. Cooking was another passion of hers, and she took pride in preparing delicious meals for her loved ones. Church was not just a place for her; it was a major part of her life and a source of happiness and community.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Larry Wayne and Bobbie Williams Corey; nephews, Russell Ikner and Jon Daniel Sheets.
She is survived by her sisters, Rebecca (Ward) Boutwell of McCullough, Alabama, Auddy Nina Lassiter of Mexia, Alabama, Sonja Corey of Atmore, Alabama, Lila (Randall) Rolin of Lottie, Alabama and Connie Mack of Gulf Breeze, Florida.
Darlene had numerous nieces and nephews, she never had any children of her own, but she helped take care of everyone else's children, they called her "Momma D".
The Funeral service is set to take place on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Petty Funeral Homes, LLC, with Reverend Buddy Williams and Reverend Jerry Maye officiating.
Following the service, she will be laid to rest at Poplar Springs Cemetery.
Visitation will be Wednesday, January 7, 2026, from 1:00 PM until the service begins at 2:00 PM at Petty Funeral Homes, LLC.
The pallbearers selected are Stevie Ikner, Sean Respress, Douglas Coker, Dennis Lassiter, A J Williams, Chason Ikner, Jodie Lassiter and Bobby McKinley.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Jeremy McGhee, Trenton Rainer, Daniel Roy and Otis Flowers.
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