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Obituary
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Willene “Willie” Thigpen on May 14, 2025. She graced this world with her presence for 98 wonderful years. Born as the eldest of 14 children in York, Alabama, she was the embodiment of love, kindness, and warmth. She was known for her infectious smile and her remarkable ability to turn strangers into friends with just a few words.
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Hello everyone...As many of you know, this has been a very long journey for both of us. Many years of laughter and love as well as stress and anxiety has filled our days over the years. I will be making plans for a celebration of life service sometime in the future and will let each of you know the details as I take some time to recover and regroup and do so with a clear mind. My heart of heavy in the grief of all of this and want to share her amazing 98 years of life with all of you and she deserves a beautiful send off. Thank you all for your prayers and support as we have felt your love surround us at this difficult time.
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I am soo sad that my Aunt Willean has Passed, she was the First Aunt I remembered. Many times I remember Visiting when …
I am soo sad that my Aunt Willean has Passed, she was the First Aunt I remembered. Many times I rem…
I am soo sad that my Aunt Willean has Passed, she was the First …
Dear Thigpen Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Death is something that deeply affects us all. It takes away those we …
Dear Thigpen Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Death is something that deeply affects us all. It …
Dear Thigpen Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Death is someth…
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What was Willene's favorite color?
Pink
Pink
Pink
What were Willene's favorite sports teams?
The University of Alabama Football team
The University of Alabama Football team
The University of Alabama Football team
What were Willene's favorite tv shows?
The Hallmark Channel and Antiques Roadshow ( which we attended together)
The Hallmark Channel and Antiques Roadshow ( which we attended together)
The Hallmark Channel and Antiques Roadshow ( which we attended together)
What were Willene's favorite songs or musical artists?
All the oldies
All the oldies
All the oldies
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