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Obituary For Ollie Mae Swanson Allums
Carter Funeral Home announces the peaceful transition of Mrs. Ollie Mae Swanson Allums, (83) of Union Springs Alabama.
Mrs. Allums, transitioned into eternity on December 24, 2021, while under the watchful care of her healthcare providers at the Southern Springs Healthcare and Rehabilitation Facility. The Commemoration of Life will begin with a public visitation, Saturday, January 1, 2022, from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm at Carter Funeral Home.
The Farewell Celebration will be held Sunday, January 2, 2022, at 2:00 pm from the Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Union Springs, AL. Pastor James N. Robbins, Sr. will deliver the message of comfort.
Interment will follow in the Mt. Zion Baptist Cemetery.
Mrs. Ollie Swanson Allums was born on October 21, 1938, in Union Springs, AL to the late Willie C. Swanson and Ella B. Swanson. Ollie was the fifth of seven children. She confessed to Christ at an early age joining Saint John AME Church.
After attending and graduating from Merritt High School, she married John Wesley Allums Jr. through officiating pastor Rev. Baker of Saint John AME Church in Union Springs, AL. After marriage, they both relocated to Linden, New Jersey before permanently settling in Union Springs, AL in 1972.
During her the remainder of her life in Union Springs, she was employed by Bullock County Hospital, Diversified Products of Opelika, AL, Southern Springs Nursing Home, and the Bullock County Library. Upon her return to Union Springs, Ollie joined Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Battle where she served the rest of her years as a Deaconess and faithful member of the choir.
Ollie was also preceded in death by three of her siblings Annie Kate Swanson, Willie O. Swanson, and Clarence (Dorothy) Swanson She leaves a permanent remembrance of her love to her husband of sixty four years John Wesley Allums Jr.; their five children, Ruthie (Jesse) Rankins, John (Edith) Allums, Mary (James) Neely, Andrea J. Allums, and Benjamin F. Allums; sixteen grandchildren: Jahmod Allums, Orlandria “Precious” Jones, Jaylon Rankins, Corey Allums, Brittney Allums, Branden Allums, Shajuana Palmore, Jamila Neely, Brionna Neely, Shameria Young, LaToya Young, Quinton Johnson, Benjamin Allums, Isaiah Allums, Charity Allums, and Kyhler Allums her siblings, Sydney (Mary) Swanson, James P. (Callie) Swanson, and Mable (Arthur) Church She also leaves behind 14 great- grandchildren and a host of nieces/nephews, cousins, and a supportive church family and friends.
In accordance with recommended COVID-19 Protocols, all attendees are requested to utilize appropriate facial coverings, maintain social distancing, and minimize physical contact.
The Staff of Carter Funeral Home is honored to be selected to provide End of Life Services for the Mrs. Ollie Mae Swanson Allums.
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In precious loving memory of my mother's classmate. Yall are reunited once again. Fervent prayers are going forward that God will continue to provide peace and comfort to the family of this lady with a beautiful spirit. Tell my mother hello.
So sorry for your loss. Psalms 46:1 says "God is our refuge and strength. A help that is readily to be found during difficult time." May God provide this family with comfort to endure the days ahead.
May you Rest In Peace Auntie Olli Mae! May our Ancestors continue to Bless and Be with us. We Love you Forever! Iya, Orisayomi, Ifadara & Ifaseyi
To the Alluns family our condolences are with you 🙏❤ Lela Mae Phillips,Ollie mae classmate of 1957
RIP Ms. Allums. Heartfelt condolences to the Swanson and Allums families. You will be missed. I pray that the family is comforted by their many great memories of you - LaGail White
Mrs. Ollie was one of the most kindest hearted people I knew. She was the love of her family and I know she will be greatly missed, but she will forever live on in all the memories that you shared. There is nothing I can say to ease the pain but just know that I am praying for all of you. Heaven has truly gained and angel. Fly high Mrs. Ollie. Love Felita and family
Mrs.Ollie one sweet and nice lady you would meet out and about uptown in Union Springs.Always greet you and ask you how you was doing.I call her one of The Class of 82 mother's.She always was concern about you.Not be noisy she was just sincere.I Didn't no you was83 Mrs.Ollie.We Love you and we will miss you too we meet again.Deepest Sympathy to the family.Especially to Andrea & Ben.
We are so sorry for your loss you are in our heart and prayers Jackie Davis and John Marlin
May God grant you His peace and strength during this hour of bereavement.
Praying. Janice Steele BCHS CLASS OF 1978.
It is with a sincere heart that I offer sympathy to the Allum Family. Curley Hall
To the Allums family, I had always enjoyed the love Ms Ollie has always shown me love anytime I would come to her home, from breakfast to dinner if you were there you had to eat. I understand God say we will all leave this world, and I know that her wings were waiting on her. Let's remember the great memories you all shared and know that mommy is fine. 💙💙Newby & family
Thank you for your expression of confidence by selecting our services. May time bring you comfort and strength. Sincerely, The Staff and Management of Carter Funeral Home
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