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Lula Belle McWilliams Obituary
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Lula Belle McWilliams Obituary

Lula Belle Holloway McWilliams, 89, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025. Born on October 25, 1935, in Lincolnton, Georgia, Lula Belle lived a life marked by devotion to her family, strong faith, and unwavering Auburn spirit—War Eagle!


She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, Roland Samuel McWilliams, who passed away in March of 2024. Lula Belle and Roland met while working at DuPont and later built a life and legacy together as the founders of McWilliams Associates. Their partnership was not only one of love but also of shared purpose and commitment.


Lula Belle was a devoted and loving mother to her daughter, Jennifer McWilliams Joy (Aaron), and a proud grandmother to Sam Armstrong (Cassidy), ReBecca Armstrong, Emily Reed (Jack) and Haley Joy (Hunter). She cherished her role as great-grandmother to Abigail Grace Armstrong, who brought her immense joy in her later years.


She was one of nine siblings and was preceded in death by Allen, Prudie, Rachel, H.M., Ernestine, and Ellen. She is lovingly remembered by her surviving sisters, Patsy and Julia.


Known for her warmth and fierce love for her family, and her ever-present sense of humor, Lula Belle’s legacy lives on in the lives she touched.


A funeral viewing for close friends and family will be held from 1:00 -2:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Usrey Brown Funeral Home in Talladega. Graveside services will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Pine Hill Memorial Park in Talladega.


Lula Belle’s life was a testament to strength, grace, and enduring love. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.


If you would like to send flowers, her family recommends Harley at Clyde's Florist: https://blinq.me/YLRS4sHmd8Eb or (256) 362-3393.


Online condolences may be offered at www.usreyfuneralhome.com.


Usrey Funeral Home of Talladega is directing the services.

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Lula Belle Holloway McWilliams, 89, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025. Born on October 25, 1935, in Lincolnton, Georgia, Lula Belle lived a life marked by devotion to her family, strong faith, and unwavering Auburn spirit—War Eagle!


She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, Roland

Events

Graveside Service

Saturday, May 24, 2025

3:00 pm

Pine Hill Memorial Park

35036 AL HWY 21 North Talladega, AL 35160

Visitation

Saturday, May 24, 2025

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Usrey Funeral Home

516 North Street Talladega, AL 35160

Final Resting Place

Pine Hill Memorial Park

35036 AL HWY 21 North Talladega, AL 35160