of Moblie, AL
January 3, 1929 - January 21, 2024
Pauline ''Poppy'' Milam, 95, of Mobile, Alabama passed away peacefully on January 21, 2024. She was born January 3, 1929 to Frank Gaskins and Josephine Long Gaskins in Cherry Valley, Arkansas.
She is survived by two sons, Danny Milam (Mary) of Mobile, Alabama; Tim Milam of Helena, Arkansas; one daughter, Chris Hawkins (Rickey) of Marks, Mississippi; one son-in-law, Randy Hammond, Sorrento, Florida; six grandchildren, Jack Milam, Chad Hammond (Kathryn), Kyle Hammond, Felicia Johns (Billy), Mandy Layman (Zack) and Hunter Hawkins (Brittany); seven great-grandchildren, Daisy Johns, Dusty Johns, Myra Layman, Landon Guthrie, Caden Layman, Aubrey Hammond and Lily Hawkins and son in law, Randy Hammond of Serasota, Florida.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jack Milam; one brother, Ernest Gaskins; one sister, Hazel Pruitt; one daughter, Carolyn M Hammond and one grandson, Stephen Guthrie.
She was the very example of the Proverbs 31 women. She loved her Jesus with all her ''heart & soul''. Everyone that met her could see and feel God's presence. She received her crown now overflowing with jewels, but all she wanted was to see Jesus' face. The words of her grandson, Hunter ''the best thing ever came to earth. The most God loving, positive woman you would ever meet.'' The words of the granddaughter, Felicia ''She was our backbone & prayer warrior. She always made sure her family was taken care of and never wanted to be a burden on anyone.'' The words from are of her ''Extra Children'' (and she had many) ''Nurturing personality and a heart large enough to love and take care of all of them. A second mom that gave some siblings that they did not have. She loved crocheting, reading her bible, giving charity, spending time loving grandchildren. She was a babysitter and raised a lot of children and loved them all like her own.
Funeral services for Mrs. Pauline will be held on Friday, January 26, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in Marianna, Arkansas. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services also at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Burial will follow services at Wynne Cross Lawn Cemetery in Wynne, Arkansas.
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10 Condolence(s)
Randy Beard
Monday, February 5, 2024
I have known this Lovely Lady for over 56 years, she was a Great Mother to her Family and a Devoted Christian. I know that she will be greatly missed by All who Knew her and Loved her. May God bring is Peace that Passeth all Understanding to All Ms. Pauline's Family...
Rick Yeager
Thursday, January 25, 2024
I’m so sorry for the loss of your Mother. Prayers are with your and your family.
Lou Smart
Thursday, January 25, 2024
Chris and family, so sorry to hear of the passing of your sweet mama. Your parents were neighbors of my parents for years on College Street in Helena. Sincere condolences from our family to yours.
The Ray Family
Diane Karr
Thursday, January 25, 2024
Sad to hear this Tim. Peace be with you??
Tim Smith
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Chris and Tim , I am sorry for your loss such a sweet lady . May the Lord be with you during this time . God Blees you and keep you.
Terri Seeman Hollowell
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Tim and family. So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. It is never easy to say goodbye but she has her wings now and will always be with each of you.
Maria Epes
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
I was one of Poppy’s kids but not around like my sister. Chris your our Poppy will be missed and always thought of. My deepest sympathies.
Maria Epes
Lynette (Burt) Murphy
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
I am so sorry to see the loss of Mrs. Milam. The obituary was so correct in saying she was the example of a Proverbs 31 woman, so sweet and kind. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Danny and Roxie Wilson
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Tim and family, so sorry for your loss. I never knew your mom, but I heard Tim speak of her often, she sounded like a wonderful and caring person. Prayers being sent to all of you.
Ken (Pappy) Yancey
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Danny & family, so sorry to hear about your mother. I met Mrs. Milan when I delivered her mail. She was a very sweet lady, always a pleasure to talk with. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.