It is with much sadness and eternal hope that we announce the home-going of Coree Elizabeth Long Vest. Mrs. Vest passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, extended family and many supportive friends on Sunday, October 18, 2015. Visitation will be Tuesday night, from 6:00-8:00 PM with Funeral Services and interment at Oak Ridge United Methodist Church on Wednesday at 2:00 PM with Bro. Tom Elder and Bro. Harold Thompson officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing. The body will lie in state for one hour before the service at the Church.
Mrs. Vest was preceded in death by her husband: Rufus Greer Vest, mother: Nancy Myrtle McDonald, father: Solomon Benjamin Long, second mother: Mae McGregor Long, brothers: Robert Long, Clifton “Shorty” Long, Ottis Long, Calvin “Mac” McGregor, Curtis McGregor, and sisters: Lisa Kay Long, Betty Callahan and son-in-law: Dean Stroupe.
She is survived by three sons: Derry Vest, Tommy C. Vest (Malinda) and Dalton Vest, all of Hartselle, two daughters: Greerlyn Stroupe of Murfreesboro, TN and Saronda Vest (Randy) of Hartselle, nine grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren with two more expected, as well as a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
The family wishes to express heartfelt thanks to Dr. Rodney Harney, M.D. and staff, the entire staff of Falkville Healthcare and Hospice of the Valley.
