Misty Fowler McGehee

Misty Fowler McGehee, age 43 died unexpectedly in her home on Friday, June 13th.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Marty Warren Fowler Jr., her paternal grandparents, Frances Wright Edmondson and Robert Curtis Fowler, her maternal grandfather, Charles Winford Harrison. She is survived by her three daughters, Anna Harrison, Mary Elizabeth and Virginia, Anniston AL. Parents, Rhonda and Marty Fowler, Lincoln AL, and grandmother, Joyce Gibbs Harrison, Anniston AL., Sister in law, Leslie Marie Fowler, Roswell GA, nieces, Caroline Marie Fowler and Catherine Wright Fowler, Roswell GA, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Misty was a graduate of The University of Alabama and a member of the Pi Beta Phi Sorority. She received a Bachelor of Science -BS, English Language and Literature, General and her Master’s of Library & Information Science-MLIS, School Librarian/School Library Media Specialist. Misty was an avid fan of the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Misty had a nurturing spirit from the very beginning. Even as a child, her maternal instincts shown through she often treated her little brother like he was her very own baby. That deep sense of care and compassion never left her. Throughout her life, Misty gave selflessly to others, always putting their needs ahead of her own. If she saw someone hungry, she didn’t hesitate – she bought them a meal. Misty was known to pick up strangers, offering them a ride wherever they needed to go, simply because she couldn’t bear to see anyone left behind. She would give her last dime to someone in need, never expecting   anything in return. Her generosity knew no bounds, and her heart was always open.

Misty was a volunteer for Hope Heals Camps, INTERFAITH MINISTRIES of Calhoun County and a driver for Meals on Wheels of Calhoun County.

Misty’s greatest gift was being a mother. On a Mother’s Day post, May 9, 2021, Misty wrote this for her girls:

To my girls: It was a horrific journey to get you 3 here—around 12 years of trying. Infertility that included shots, procedures, medicines, a million appointments, & TONS of emotions—worry, stress, depression, anxiety, you name it, and 5 miscarriages 5 angel babies I’ll walk the heavens with after I hold your hands and walk the earth with you. It is not lost on me what absolute divine MIRACLES you are, Anna Harrison, Mary Lib, and Virginia. You each were worth the wait and the struggle, and I will endure a different wait & struggle to be with you again. You are the very best gift I could have prayed for, and YOU ARE PROOF OUR GOD IS MIGHTY & FAITHFUL. My love for you 3 is above any love I could have ever imagined. I thank God every day I get to hear you call me “Mommy.” I love you, my babies.

Misty loved the Lord deeply and served Him faithfully throughout her life. Her unwavering faith and compassionate spirit were a blessing to everyone who knew her. Misty was a member of Church of the Highlands.

A celebration of life will be held in the near future to honor Misty‘s legacy, her faith, and the joy she brought to so many. Details will be shared soon.In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Hope Heals, 4279 Roswell Road, NE Suite 208 #270, Atlanta GA 30342