Derrell Palmer

Derrell Palmer, 59, of Phenix City, Alabama passed away at his home December 9, 2019. 

Derrell was the oldest twin born September 26th, 1960 in Phenix City, to James and Marion Faircloth Palmer. He graduated from Central High School in 1978, where he excelled in academics. After High school,he joined the United States Navy and was stationed in San Diego, California where he was Honorably Discharged. Once returning to Phenix City, he was employed by Pratt & Whitney in Columbus, Georgia , where he was a Working Team Leader in the Quality Control Department for 17 years.  

Derrell was a member of Midway Baptist Church in Smiths Station, Alabama. He loved the Lord and prided himself with knowing the Bible front to back. He enjoyed reading, walking at Idle Hour Park, racing remote control cars, solving math equations, watching the History Channel, and working with his hands. He had a contagious laughter and enjoyed making a good joke. He loved to talk and never met a stranger. 

Derrell will be remembered for his kind heart, his bigger than life personality, and his always willing heart to give to others, even when he didn’t have much left. 

Derrell is survived by his only daughter, Megan Elizabeth Palmer of Waco, Tx. and granddaughter Savannah Leigh Harris. Brothers Jimmy Davis (Debbie), Donny Davis (Susan), Kendall Palmer and Earl Palmer ( Diane). Sisters Wanda Head ( Ray) Pam Palmer Henderson, and Andrea Palmer. Also by numerous nieces and nephews in the tri-city area along with countless cousins and close friends.

He is proceeded in death by his parents, James and Marion, brothers Jerry Davis and Thomas Larry Davis, twin siblings Jack and Jill Palmer, and nephew Chris Davis. 

Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 14th at 10 a.m. at Midway Baptist Church in Smiths Station, Alabama

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