G.B. Murphree
July 8, 1927 - September 11, 2019
G.B. Murphree of Mt. Olive went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at the age of 92. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who was lovingly known as Pappaw. For almost sixty-seven years he was a Godly helpmeet to his beloved wife, Murlene, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his parents Joe and Ella Murphree; four sisters; and one brother. He was a retired mechanic for the Birmingham Housing Authority. He was a faithful member of Lee's Chapel Baptist Church. He is survived by his daughter, Carolyn Skinner (Michael); grandchildren, Melanie Gaines (Scott), Sherry Barrow (Chris), Darlene Skinner, and Samuel Skinner (Jade); great-grandchildren, Alanna & Aaron Gaines and Kera, John, & Evan Barrow; brother, Jimmy Murphree (Rita); sister, Janice Price (Manuel); as well as seven nieces and nephews. Pallbearers: Samuel Skinner, Aaron Gaines, Lee Murphree, Michael McCamy, Scott Gaines, and Chris Barrow. Visitation will be Friday, September 13, 2019 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at The New Gardendale Funeral Home. The service will be held Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at Lee's Chapel Baptist Church Gardendale, AL with Bro. Paul Pschirer officiating. Interment will follow at Roswell Creek Cemetery in Blountsville.
G.B. Murphree of Mt. Olive went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at the age of 92. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who was lovingly known as Pappaw. For almost sixty-seven years he was a Godly... View Obituary & Service Information