La Rue Tibbs Burt

March 29, 1940 - March 16, 2022

La Rue Tibbs Burt, age 81, of Brierfield, Alabama passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 16, 2022. La Rue was born to Glennie and Willie Tibbs on March 29, 1940. On August 15, 1958, she married the love of her life, Bill E. Burt, who preceded her in death in 1984.

La Rue worked for the US Postal Service and retired with over 31 years of service in 1996. As a rural mail carrier, she delivered mail in Marvel, Alpine, Montevallo and Brierfield. Early in her retirement, La Rue served Bibb County by accepting board positions with ALFA, E-911, Soil and Water Conservation, and USDA/Farm Services Agency. She also served as a poll worker in Brierfield.

La Rue is survived by her sons, Bill (Debi) Burt and Bradley (Sherry) Burt, all of Brierfield; Sister-in-laws Ann Tibbs of McCalla and Wynelle Welch of Texas; four grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

La Rue is also preceded in death by her parents, Glennie and Willie Tibbs; sisters, Joyce Tibbs Nelson and Peggy Tibbs Kellum; brother, Glenn Tibbs; and granddaughter, Arrie Burt.

The family wishes to extend their eternal gratitude to her loving caregivers, Mary Hobson, Lois Skaggs, Bill Gregg, Laura Templin and Deborah Battles.

A private graveside service will be held on Sunday, March 20, 2022.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.rockcofuneralmontevallo.com for the Burt family.