Phyllis Freeman Bell Havens, 92, of Wilmer, Alabama, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on November 8, 2026. She leaves behind a beautiful legacy of faith, love, and devotion to her family and community.
Phyllis was a wonderful woman of faith whose love for the Lord was evident in the way she lived her life. Her family was her greatest blessing, and she loved each and every one of them dearly. She was happiest, surrounded by those she loved and had a special place in her heart for babies and children.
For more than 50 years, Phyllis lovingly rocked babies in the nursery at Wilmer Baptist Church. What may have seemed like a simple act to some was a ministry of love to her. Through countless Sunday mornings, she provided comfort, warmth, and a loving embrace to generations of little ones. Her gentle presence and caring heart touched more lives than she could ever have imagined.
Phyllis was also a talented seamstress who had a special gift for creating beautiful things. Her machine embroidery could be found on countless items, each reflecting her creativity, patience, and attention to detail. She shared her talents generously, leaving behind treasured keepsakes that will continue to remind her loved ones of her.
She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Phillip Lloyd Freeman and her loving husband for 20 years, Hilton Havens.
Left to cherish her memory are her three children: Tonya Phelps (Ronnie), Tim Freeman (Kit), and Jim Parks (Linda); her bonus children, Terry Havens (Renaee), Randall Havens (Sonya) and Rita Johnson (Mack); She also, leaves behind a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren, all of whom held a special place in her heart.
Her family was her greatest joy, and her love extended far beyond those connected to her by blood. She had a way of making people feel loved and welcomed, and her family circle was always big enough for one more.
Though our hearts are broken by her passing, we find comfort in knowing that her faith has become sight and that she is now at home with her Lord. Her legacy will live on through the generations she loved, the little ones she rocked, the beautiful things she created, and the countless memories she leaves behind.
A life rooted in faith, a heart overflowing with love, and a legacy that will live on forever.
Visitation for Phyllis will be held at Wilmer Baptist Church in Wilmer, Alabama, on Friday, November 13, 2026, from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM. Interment to follow at Wilmer Cemetery, Wilmer, Alabama
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wilmer Baptist Church Preschool Department, in honor of Phyllis's many years of loving service to the children of the church
