(July 20, 1931-May 2, 2026)
How many people have attended more than 700 sporting events of their children/grandchildren/great-grandchildren, while also having read more than 2,500 books? Such was the full and enviable life of June Hassell, also known as "Mom," "Mother," "Grandma," "G," "Gigi," "Maw Maw," and even "Elton June."
June Gaddy Hassell was born on July 20, 1931, in Montgomery. A graduate of Sidney Lanier High School (Class of 1949), and Huntingdon College, June received an M. Ed. from AUM. With a strong desire to help people, June became one of Alabama's first Licensed Professional Counselors. Her willingness to use her gift of counseling started her career in the mental health field for Dr. Almon Ward.
