Ms. Kate Frances Hughley Menefee
Funeral Notice
Ms. Kate Frances Hughley Menefee, 78, of Opelika (formerly of LaFayette) died Thursday, November 21, 2024, at Compassus Bethany House, Auburn. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church, 22455 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, LaFayette, AL, at 11:00 a.m. (CST) with Pastor Jamall Cunningham, officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The remains will lie in state at the church from 10:00 a.m. (CST) until the funeral hour.
Kate was born January 23, 1946, in Chambers County, Alabama and at an early age, became a dedicated & lifelong member of Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church, LaFayette, AL.
Her children and grandchildren affectionately called her "Katie Mae" or "Katie Bell." She was a true believer, reading Bible verses every morning and praying every day. Kate was well known for her strong work ethic, working three jobs at times to provide for her family. Simply stated, Kate was a powerful, loving and caring force in the lives of so many in her family and throughout the entire community.
She retired from East Alabama Medical Center (EAMC) as a supervisor of the Environmental Services Department after 25 years of service. She was a beloved and well-respected leader by her employees and colleagues.
Kate was preceded in death by her father, Pustell Hughley, mother, Addie Mae Hughley, and son, Eric Keith Menefee.
She leaves to cherish her precious memory to six children: Kay Dowell of Waverly, AL; Kenneth “Jerome” Menefee, Dr. Arturo (Tanya) Menefee, and Justin Menefee, all of Opelika, AL; Valarie (Tyrone) Turner and Roslyn Payne, both of Auburn, AL; two special granddaughters: Candice Menefee of Auburn, AL and Nekeisha Reese of LaFayette, AL; two special great-grandsons: Jacarious Holland of Opelika, AL and Cody Ambus of Auburn, AL; three sisters: Lola Comer and Almeda (Jerry) Walker, both of Opelika, AL and Annie (John) Torbert of Auburn, AL; one brother: Walter (Camilla) Hughley of LaFayette, AL; a very special niece: Barbara Ann Cunningham of Anniston, AL; a dear friend: Rosie Bolden of Opelika, AL, devoted caregiver: Lawanda Middleton of Valley, AL; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Comments/Condolences
ANNIE TURNER
I'm just hearing of the passing of my friend and former coworker Kate .She was a very sweet lady and dedicated worker . She would help you in any way that she could. She will be missed. May God continue to strengthen you all during your time of loss. Love from AnnieTurner. Camellia Place dietary dept. I loved Ms.Kate.
MADDOX GIRLS
Deepest sympathy for your loss. She will deeply be missed. As a neighbor, friend and respected member of our community, we appreciate all that she gave to the community. Sending prayers of comfort.
DOLETHA FARROW & FAMILY
You’re be miss
ANGEL BAKER
Will Continue In Prayer For All Her Love Ones She was Such A Beautiful Lady
WANDA WELCH
Sending my condolences and peaying for the family.
PASTOR & SISTER MICHAEL B BURTON
Sending prayers and condolences to the family
GEORGELLOYD
Sorryforlose
MESHELLE LOWERY
Sending condolences, hugs, and prayers. I will miss my beautiful Aunt Kate. Forever in our hearts .
With Love, Meshelle , Marvin and Family
DEBORAH BANKS
To My Cousin Sandy And Family I Am Going To Miss Cuz Katie Every Time We See Each Other At The Grocery Store If Where Ever She Going To Give Me A Hug And Kiss And She Said She Love Me And I Love Her She Use To Take Care Me To w I Use To Take Care Sandy As Well May
PASTOR ROBERT & DELORISE SMITH
Sending our condolences and sympathies to the family! May God grant you comfort and peace.
Anonymous
With deepest sympathy. I am praying for strength for the family duing this difficult time. Your family Maebelle, Alfredia Silmon and family. Take Your Rest Kate
ROBERT TORBERT JR.
Family always REMEBER that God will always be by your side. Be bless at this time. Mrs. Kate was great person to know. we the Torbert"s extended family send our love and care. !!!
WALTER & HATTIE PRESLEY WILSON
Sending Condolences and Prayers to the family. Kate was a beautiful person with a big heart.
PASTOR TROY M.& DR. MARY L. CLARK & FAMILY
Sending our sincere condolences and sympathies to the family! May God grant you peace and comfort during this difficult time! She was such a sweet lady and she will forever be in our hearts! Pastor Troy M.& Dr. Mary L. Clark
WILLE L & SUSAN H HUGHLEY
Kate( I always called her Aunt Kate ). She was just a Beautiful Lady with a Smile that truly touch your heart. Aunt Kate will be Miss, but Love will always keep her Alive. RIP!
CHERYL JAMES
My condolences from my family to yours. We are so sorry for your loss. Praying the Lord comforts you while continuing to supply all of your needs-during this difficult time and always. Sending love across the miles.
LARRY BROOKS
God Bless the Family at this time. My deepest condolences to the Family.
Anonymous
Sending you my deepest condolences to your family.
REBECCA RAY
Kate was a loving spirit that touched my heart. My deepest condolences to her family.
THE ROBINSON
Sending condolences to the family south 4th street
JULIA FINLEY
Sending condolences to the family of Mrs. Kate prayers and thoughts are with you.
JOANN RICHMOND
My condolences goes out to mrs Kate family I met Mrs Kate she and I worked for eamc we would always have a good conversation and a good laugh she will truly be missed rip
IRENE PRESLEY
Sending you my deepest condolences to your family. I will miss my cousin Kate. Love you
LINDA T. STINSON
Sending condolences, prayers, hugs and love the family of Mrs. Kate. We are so sorry for your loss. Kate was a beautiful, friendly woman! She will be missed. She always had that beautiful smile on her face… whenever I saw her. She will truly be missed. Sending love from the Torbert/Stinson families. RIH Mrs. KATE!
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