Birth date: Dec 13, 1921 Death date: Apr 25, 2024
Mary Kate Stovall-Tapley was born December 13, 1921 to the late Estella Billingsley Sanders and the late TimSanders, Sr. in Uniontown, Perry County, Alabama. She departed this life on Thursday, April 25, 2024. She waslovingly marr Read Obituary
Mrs. Mary Kate Stovall was the very first librarian I've ever known (Way before I knew what a funeral home was) When our class went to the library it was a sacred event. We quickly learned not to socialize and talk above a whisper. As she would quietly put her right index finger over her lips with a "Shhhh...." So many books to explore. When we said, 'Liberry' she politely corrected us with a speech lesson in blending, " No, the word is Li-bra-ry." Thank you. (I've made that correction at least a thousand times with children and students). I've never seen her shout or yell at anyone. Just her presence was enough to command her respect and attention. Outside of school I got to know the funeral director who so respectfully attended and laid away our deceased loved ones. Oh so sweet and reverent. When I think of home in Hurtsboro, one person looms large in my heart, mind and memory is Mrs. Stovall.
With love and respect.
Always,
Ozell Brundige-Sales
Mrs. Stovall was outstanding in her career and as a human being! I met Mrs. Stovall when she was the mayor of Hurtsboro. My Mother lived in Hurtsboro and I often visited there from Georgia. My Mother and I were very fond of Mrs, Stovall, who always had a warm smile to greet you and was invested in her community. As family and friends celebrate the life of Mrs. Stovall, I send my deepest condolences . Vicki Favors- Atlanta, Georgia
I will forever be grateful for the opportunity to be mayor Stovall's employee at the funeral home - but that didn't last long. I was totally unnerved. She understood but she believed I was a responsible young lady, so she hired me to babysit Alyson and Royce. We had a ball. She was an extraordinary human being and her life and legacy will forever be a bright light in my soul. Thank you Mayor Stovall for trusting me. I will continue to look out for Aly!
My Condolences to your Family,you were one INSPIRATIONAL LADY, I appreciate you years ago when you encouraged me when I needed a friend.I have never forgotten you. You're gone but will never be forgotten. Rozena Bowen
My deepest sympathy to the Family; all my life I had heard of Ms Stovall and how she would help people. Praise God for a life of Servanthood for all people, meeting no stranger and having no respect of person. Rest on Sister and get your rest until Jesus return, soon we hope and pray.........Elder Berthenia Smith & Family
With deepest sympathy to the family from Burton Funeral Home, Tuskegee,, Alabama.
To Mrs. Stovall my memories of her will stay with me forever.
She would bring me and Jackie Thomas to her house while attending elementary school in Pittsview Alabama. Thank you for giving me love and believing in me.
Your Student Forever,
Fragil Pridgett Murray
My heart is heavy and tears are flowing for a true lady and pillar and gained her wings! Mrs. Stovall-Tapley was so much to so many both in the community and to her family. Kathleen, Audrey, and Jesse I thank you for sharing her with me for she stepped in when I lost my mom. May God continue to bless you. I love you guys lots always.
My condolences to the family of Mrs Stovall she was a pillar for all. My mom Lottie Thomas called her a friend of hers . Love Janie Battle & Family.
