Lizzie D. (Murphy) Alston

Mrs. Lizzie D. (Murphy) Alston went on to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at Cape Fear Valley Hospital at the age of 47. She was a devoted wife and mother. Although home was where her heart was, she was briefly employed by Kraft Foods and later by Fayetteville Christian School as a substitute teacher and cafeteria worker. She is a native of Tattnall County and a graduate of Glennville High School Class of 1980. She is the daughter of the late Larry and Dolly Mae Murphy of Glennville, Ga. She was a member of the Outreach for Jesus Church in Hopeville, N.C. She is survived by her husband, Nathaniel; daughter, Jessica; and 3 sons: Derrick, Richard and Emmanuel. Brothers: Michael and Ronald Murphy; Sisters: Brenda L'Herrise and DeLoris Murphy. Her mother-in-law Mrs. Rosa Lee Alston of Glennville, Ga. and a host of in-laws, aunts, uncles, neices, nephews, other relatives and friends. Her love for God was expressed in every minute of her life. In spite of all circumstances, she would always say, 'God is Faithful.' A memorial service will take place Tuesday, January 5, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at Outreach for Jesus Church in Hopeville, N.C. with Pastor Dorothy Batts. A Homegoing Celebration will be Saturday, January 9, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Greater Zachariah Missionary Baptist Church in Glennville, Ga. with burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation from 12:00 - 6:00 at King and Son's Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, January 8, 2009 and the wake from 7:00 - 8:00 at the funeral home. King and Son's Funeral Home of Glennville, Ga. is in charge of arrangements. www.kingbrothersfh.com