Mrs. Elvira Mae McDaniel's Obituary
Funeral Service for Mrs. Elvira Mae McDaniel, 89, of Alexander City, Alabama, will be Monday, December 22, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Dr. Josh Sammons and Randy Anderson will officiate. Burial will follow in the Hillview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Monday, December 22, 2025 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at Radney Funeral Home.
Mrs. Elvira Mae McDaniel, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away surrounded by the warmth of her family's love. Born to the late Richard Thomas Storey and Doye Lodeska Storey, Mae was a cherished soul who dedicated her life to her family, her faith, and the simple joys that knit the fabric of a life well-lived.
Mae's legacy is carried on by her adoring children: her son, Jerrell Dowayne McDaniel Jr.; her daughter, Cynthia Alane (Donald) Hand; her son, Patrick Thomas (Teresa) McDaniel; and her daughter, Julie Rae McDaniel. She was a pillar of strength and love for her five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, each of whom brought her immeasurable joy. Her life was a testament to the power of love, a love that will continue to guide her family even in her absence. Mae was reunited in death with her beloved husband, Jerrell D. McDaniel, her son Timothy Lee McDaniel, and her parents.
A devout Christian, Mae was a dedicated member of Rocky Creek Baptist Church, where she found solace and strength in her faith. Her commitment to her religion was unwavering, and she found peace in the pages of her Bible, which she read with a fervor that inspired all who knew her. Mae's love for her family was paralleled only by her love for God, and she instilled in her children the values of compassion, generosity, and faith that she held so dear.
Mae's interests reflected the simplicity of her pleasures and the depth of her love for her family. She was a familiar face at her grandchildren and great-grandchildren's extracurricular activities, her presence a constant source of support and encouragement. An avid reader, she found joy in the challenge of crossword puzzles and Sudoku, pursuits that kept her mind sharp and her spirit engaged.
Those who knew Mae would describe her as the embodiment of love, kindness, and generosity. Her gentle spirit and warm heart touched the lives of everyone she met. She offered comfort in times of need, laughter in moments of joy, and wisdom in periods of uncertainty. Mae's unwavering support and selfless nature were the hallmarks of her character, and her memory will be cherished as a source of inspiration and love.
As we say farewell to Mrs. Elvira Mae McDaniel, we celebrate a life that was lived with purpose and grace. Her impact on the world was profound, and her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of those she loved. Mae's journey on earth may have ended, but her story is far from over, as it is etched in the memories of her family and friends and in the love that will forever bind them together.
Radney Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Elvira Mae McDaniel.
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