George Wilkie Pope Jr.

George Wilkie Pope, Jr. went to be with our Lord on May 30, 2015. He was born in 1933 in Luverne, AL, graduated from Sidney Lanier High School, attended Auburn University, & then served in the US Army for 2 years. He was an accountant with the State of Alabama Aeronautics dept. for 28 years & retired in 1993. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Montg. for 40 years, then Taylor Rd. Baptist Church for 30 years. He sang in the church choir. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Terry P. Pope, a son, Brent P. Pope (Stephanie), granddaughter Taylor Pope, 2 sisters Ann Wood (Gene), Blanche Champion (Tommy), brother Dr. David Pope (Kathleen), & a number of nieces, nephews, & great nieces & nephews. He was a devoted Christian husband, father, & grandfather. Funeral services to be held at Leak Memory Chapel Wednesday June 3, with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. & service at 11:00. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Faith Radio WLBF, SavALife, Taylor Rd. Baptist Church Building fund, or charity of your choice.