Edith Appling Tolbert

Edith Appling Tolbert

Edith Tolbert Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 24, 2014.
Survived By: Children: Sandra Rutledge Frazer of Birmingham, Gary Tolbert (wife June) of Cullman, Debra Tolbert of Gardendale Grandchildren: Derek Appling, Mark Frazer, Tracyne Korell, Cheryl Howard, Randy Tolbert, Betty Jean Lane 9 Great Grandchildren 2 Great Great Grandchildren Sister: Kathryn Jennings of Johnson City, TN Brother: Barney Appling (wife Betty) of Huntsville A Host of Nieces, Nephews and Friends Preceded By: Husband: W. R. Tolbert Parents: James and Virgie Appling Siblings: Lurlie Deason, Nelladean Sparks, Billy Dotson Appling, and Verla Mae McCullers

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