Mrs. Mary Ann Bice's Obituary
Funeral Service for Mrs. Mary Ann Bice, 89, of Kellyton, Alabama, will be Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 12:00 pm at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Randy Anderson will officiate. Burial will follow in the Bice Cemetery.
In the warm embrace of Alexander City, Alabama, the sun set on the remarkable life of Mrs. Mary Ann Bice on January 19, 2026. Born on June 30, 1936, in the nurturing community of Lee County, Alabama, to Homer W. Fuller, Sr. and Ora Leola Welcher Fuller, Mary Ann lived a life that was a testament to the power of faith, the beauty of selflessness, and the depth of thoughtfulness. She was an active member of Kellyton Baptist Church.
Mary Ann's journey through life was one of unwavering devotion to her family, her faith, and her community. She leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication in the form of her daughters, Beverly (Billy Earl) Turner and Billie (Jeremy) Bryant, both of Kellyton, AL; grandsons, Billy Edward (April) Turner and James Earl Turner; and a great-grandchild, Easton Cade Turner. Her brothers, Billy Wayne (Jenny Sue) Fuller and Terry Dale (Debra) Fuller, along with her sister, Marie Phillips, and numerous nieces and nephews, will carry forward the light of her spirit. Mary Ann was ushered into the heavens by her beloved husband, James Franklin Bice, and joined by her father, Homer W. Fuller, Sr., her mother, Ora Leola Fuller, and siblings who had passed before her, Homer "Buster" Fuller, Jr., Ronald Fuller, and Sylvia Davis.
Her life was a living sermon, her actions speaking louder than words ever could. Mary Ann's commitment to her faith was beautifully displayed through her tireless work at Kellyton Baptist Church. There, she cared for the Fellowship Hall with the same meticulousness and attention to detail that she bestowed upon her own home. Her hands, always eager to serve, transformed the church into a welcoming sanctuary for all who entered.
Mary Ann's love affair with the great outdoors was as much a part of her as her kind smile and gentle manner. She found joy in the simplicity of working in her yard, in the quiet patience of fishing, and in the thrill of discovering new places through travel. Her heart was firmly rooted in the earth, and she cultivated beauty wherever she went - whether in her bountiful vegetable garden or in the hearts of those she encountered.
Above all, Mary Ann's life was a reflection of her indomitable spirit. She loved her family with a fervor that knew no bounds. Rarely missing a church service or function, she was the embodiment of commitment. Her home was a mirror of her soul - spotless, orderly, and filled with an atmosphere of warmth and welcome. Her generosity knew no limits; Mary Ann was the kind of person who would give up her own comforts to lighten the burdens of others.
Today, we celebrate a life that was a beacon of hope and a source of inspiration. Mary Ann Bice showed us what it means to live a faith-filled life, to walk the path of selflessness, and to always be thoughtful of those around us. Her story encourages us to rise above our challenges with grace, to love without reservation, and to serve with a heart full of joy. Let us honor her memory by embracing these virtues and by living our lives with the same passion and purpose that she did.
As we bid farewell to Mary Ann, let us remember that her spirit continues to resonate in the lives she has touched, in the beauty of the world she cherished, and in the quiet moments of reflection where we can still feel her loving presence. Her journey on earth may have come to a close, but the chapters of her influence are still being written in the hearts and minds of those she leaves behind. Rest in peace, Mary Ann, your legacy endures.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to the entire staff, especially of Hall 100, of Chapman’s Healthcare Center.
Radney Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mary Ann Fuller Bice.
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