Obituary of Tanya Cooley Halford

Tanya Cooley Halford, born in Little Rock, AK, and a resident of Foley, AL, passed away on Sunday, December 04, 2022, at the age of 60. A celebration of life will be held in her honor at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at Pine Hill Memorial Mausoleum. Tanya worked for over 10 years for the US Postal Service and for former Gov. Jim Folsom, Jr. After her years of service at the Postal Service, she enjoyed being a server at Lambert’s Café in Foley. She loved going to the beach and was an avid Auburn football fan. One of her greatest joys was cooking her family and friend’s favorite meals. She also enjoyed being a “Lolli” to her grandchildren who she treasured spending time with. She was always willing to help and serve anyone in need. God truly used her to minister to others. Preceding her in death are her parents, John Robert “Jack” Cooley and Mary Ellen Johnson Cooley and her brother, Raif Cooley. Mrs. Halford leaves behind to cherish her memories, her daughters, Morgan Halford and Hannah Halford both of Daphne, AL and Kayla Boutwell of Panama City Beach, FL; and the father of her children, Paul Halford, of Silverhill, AL, who she was married to for over 23 years. Also surviving are her beloved grandchildren, Kyla and Luna Kight, of Trussville, AL; and many other relatives and friends who loved her dearly. Online condolences may be offered at www.usreyfuneralhome.com. Usrey Funeral Home of Talladega is assisting the family.