Lib is survived by her husband of 73 years, Bill Deese, of Loganville; her son, Michael Deese & wife Sally; her son Alan Deese & wife Susie; and her daughter, Mary Beth Smith; Brian Smith, and Tommy’s wife, Mary Deese; grandchildren: Tricia Todd, Julie Swanson, Stephanie Smith, Amy Deese, Sarah Deese, Jennifer Deese, Garrison Smith, Bethany Smith; great-grandchildren: Kayla Breedlove, Zack Swanson, Jayden Mantooth, Madison Smith, Tyson Botts, Jaxson Mantooth, Isaac Smith, and Hudson Smith; great-great grandchild: London Breedlove; and her sister Frances Raines and her brother Terry Trippe; She was preceded in death by her sister, Catherine Layfield, and by her son, Tommy Deese.
Lib was born on September 3, 1928 in Cuthbert, Georgia to parents Thomas Terry & Ruby Trippe. While married, Bill & Lib resided in Macon, GA, Danville, VA, Wilmington, NC, and Stone Mountain, GA. Bill & Lib were active for many years at Clarkston Baptist Church, where she taught Kindergarten & was the church librarian.
Lib enjoyed being surrounded by her family, reading, and gardening. Her family & friends will always remember her as a nurturing & God-fearing woman. She was an encourager through her words in card-writing for all occasions.
A memorial service is scheduled for November 24, 2019 at 2:00pm at Grayson First Baptist Church. Family will receive friends following the service. Reverend Steve Hammack & Reverend Tim Brogan will officiate. All are welcome to attend & celebrate Lib’s life. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 26th, 2019 at 11:00am at Floral Hills Funeral Home.
The family would like to thank Embrace Hospice & Magnolia Senior Living for their care & concern.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association at act.alz.org/.
