Mrs. Lula Mae Taylor

Upon this Earth, a child, Lula Mae (Jones-Ingram) Taylor, was born September 16, 1950, to the late Eddie Lee Jones and Eula Mae Hunter-Jones in Hurtsboro, Alabama. She was reared by her grandparents, Robert Hunter and Earlie B. Hunter (who specifically reared her). Lula was the second eldest of her three siblings, Louise Jones (deceased), Tommie Lee Jones, and Lela Stills-Brannon. Lula’s dedication to service and education was evident early in life. After graduating from Rosenwald Russell County Training School (now Russell High School) in 1968, she answered the call to serve her country by joining the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. She was stationed in various domestic and international locations, including Aberdeen, Maryland; Fort Knox, Kentucky; and Germany (Landstuhl, Frankfurt, and Aschaffenburg). As a Medical Specialist, she provided care to fellow servicemen and later continued her work as a nurse at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Her outstanding service earned her numerous medals and ribbon honors, including the Artillery Expert, Good Conduct, Army Commendation, NCO Professional Development, National Defense, and Overseas Service Awards, as well as many others throughout the years. In 1973, Lula married the late Allen Ingram, and together they had two beloved children, Alethea Ingram- Bernard (Thomas) and Allen L. Ingram (deceased). Years later, she married Earnest Taylor (deceased). Lula was a God-Fearing individual, as she demonstrated throughout her life. She found joy in reading and studying the Bible, attending church, and lifting her voice in song, inspired by gospel greats like Mahalia Jackson and James Cleveland. Her love for knowledge and learning was a gift she generously shared with her children, grandchildren, and neighborhood youth. She also exemplified exceptional creative skills. Her unique specialty was sewing. She would use fabric from old clothing to create Bible covers, children's clothing, headdresses, turbans, and other adornments. She loved preparing food, incorporating her exemplary culinary skills, bringing joy to many, as she lovingly prepared creative Southern and exotic dishes. Lula leaves her fond memories to cherish and celebrate her life to her Loving and Caring daughter Alethea Ingram-Bernard (Thomas); brother, Tommie Lee Jones, Sister, Lela Stills -Brannon; Sisters-in-law, Ruth I. Strother (New Haven Connecticut), Queen I. Simpson and Dr. Estella I. Levy (Baltimore, Maryland); Four grandchildren, Desmond Bernard, Karyn Bernard, Amber Bernard and Alayna Bryant-Williams, and a special family member, Dr. Uneeda Bryant, and a host of nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Lula wants to be remembered as a Spiritual Being taking refuge in a human body. She yearned for love, to be loved, to know love, and to share love with others. She felt that “LOVE” perpetuates endurance. Lula believed in the power of love to endure, heal, and uplift. She lived her life with the unwavering belief that love is the force that carries us through all things. Though she is no longer with us in body, her spirit, wisdom, and kindness will forever shine in the lives of those she touched.

Mrs. Lula Mae Taylor

September 16, 1950 - March 7, 2025

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Mrs. Lula Mae Taylor

September 16, 1950 - March 7, 2025

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