Lois Edna Guerin, age 87, of the Cleave Terrell Hill community passed away quietly at her home on July 6, 2022 after a short battle with lung cancer.
Lois was a woman of faith in God and cherished her family and friends. She sacrificed so much of her time helping others, especially the elderly. She worked a total of 27 years with Security Bank and Trust/South Trust Bank and retired in 1996. In 1997 she began working at the Arab Electrical Co-op and remained there until July 8, 2009, her 75th birthday.
Lois earned respect from her fellow employees and customers through her kindness, love, humor, and pleasant smile. She leaves a legacy of goodwill and generosity that will last forever.
Lois was preceded in death by her parents; Henry (Gib) and Mattie Shumate, four brothers; Tommy, Joe Bill, Doyle, and Leamon Shumate, Sister; Peggy Gann, and Niece; Robbie Gayle Shumate.
Lois is survived by sons; Tim (Beverly) Guerin, Eddie (Donna) Guerin, Adopted son; Trent (Teresa) Childers, Grandson; Clay (Katie) Guerin, Great Granddaughter; Minnie, and Charlie, her little dog and love of her life.
Escorting Lois to her final resting place are Trent Childers, Jeff Gann, Caleb Thrasher, Russ Lowery, Todd Stephenson, and Larry Allen. Honorary Pallbearer is Harlon Bowling.
Visitation will be held on Friday July 8, 2022 from 6-8 p.m. at Arab Heritage Memorial Chapel. Funeral service will be held Saturday July 9, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Arab Heritage Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow at the Oleander Methodist Church Cemetery.
The family wishes to thank Dr. G.S. Rao (primary care physician) and Nurse Hannah Williams for their compassionate care for our Mom throughout the years. A huge thank you also to Karen Lowery, Ronnie Shumate, Trent and Teresa Childers and Mandy Willis who worked selflessly to assist in the needs of our Mom during the last few years of her life.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in her memory to St. Judes Children’s Research hospital or The Oleander Methodist Church.
Arab Heritage Memorial Chapel, directing.
