Judy Darlene Risner Mangum

In Loving Memory of Judy Darlene Risner Mangum.

Judy Darlene Risner Mangum, age 69, was born on January 4, 1957, in Wayne County, Tennessee, and peacefully passed from this life on January 7, 2026, at 12:41 p.m. EST, in Columbus, Georgia, at Columbus Hospice, surrounded by family in the presence of God.

She was preceded in death by her father, Lloyd Junior “Bug” Risner; her mother, Beulah Pigg Risner Maddox; her late husband, Clayton Howard “Butch” Mangum; her companion, Larry Joe Bunch; her sister, Phyllis Risner Kelley; her brothers, Freemon Risner, Jerry Risner, Jeffery Risner, Stanley Risner, Travis Risner, and Ricky Neal Risner; and many other beloved family members.

She is survived by her children:
Joshua Mangum of Phenix City, Alabama
Bridgette McClaran of Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Linda (Diego) Flores of Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico
Brenda Casselberry of Madison, Alabama
Justin Mangum (Brittany) of Smiths Station, Alabama

She is also survived by her brother, Floyd Allen “Red” Risner (Shelia) of Cypress Inn, Tennessee; and her sisters, Jennie Marie Haddock (Jerry) of Collinwood, Tennessee; Peggy Kelley (Gene) of Iron City, Tennessee; and Ruby Siddle of Waynesboro, Tennessee; along with many other cherished family members.

Judy was the proud grandmother of nine grandchildren, each of whom she cherished deeply:
Clayton (17)
Rylee (14)
Samara (21)
Jaden (18)
Lily Ruth (12)
Gideon (8)
Nathanael (16)
EmmaGrace (13)
Jeremiah (9)

Judy was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, known for her unwavering faith, her loving heart, and her infectious sense of humor. She was Pentecostal and a faithful member of River City Pentecostals of Columbus, Georgia. Church was her joy, gospel music lifted her spirit, and listening to preaching strengthened her faith. Judy’s life was a shining example of love for God and family, and her presence brought warmth and laughter wherever she went.

She delighted in her grandchildren’s laughter, celebrated their accomplishments, and was always their biggest cheerleader.

Judy loved the simple joys of life—coloring, spending time with family, and cheering on her favorite television shows, including The Price Is Right, Wheel of Fortune, and Jeopardy. She had a witty sense of humor and loved making others laugh, often lighting up every room she entered. She worked faithfully in her community through Buffalo River Services and the Wayne County Nursing Home, showing kindness and compassion to everyone she met.

Cremation services were performed by Colonial Funeral Home & Crematory in Phenix City, Alabama.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

“We sorrow not as those who have no hope, for we believe that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.”

Judy’s life was filled with love, laughter, and faith, and her memory will continue to shine in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.

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