Mrs. Alice R. DeLaney

Mrs. Alice R. DeLaney, 76, died Monday, November 28, 2016 at her home in Olive Branch, MS. Alice was born is Carroll County, MS on May 12, 1940. Alice was number eight of nine children born to loving parents, Willie and Betty Willhite. Being raised in a large family, this instilled deep rooted family values in Alice. These values continued on through her life, and led her to the day she met the love of her life, Ron and immediately knew this is the man she'd spend the rest of her life with. She would have celebrated her 59th wedding anniversary on November 30, 2016. Alice and her husband Ron had lived in Missouri most of their lives. During their early years together, they owned and operated two separate businesses. One being a liquor and sporting store, located in Wright City, MO. The other being a grocery store which was located in New Melle, MO. After many years, the couple decided to purchase and operate a motel on the beautiful Lake Ozark. Alice loved this area, and before becoming ill in health, she was able to retire on Lake Ozark. She absolutely loved the lake and living on it. She had always enjoyed family outings with Ron, Mike and Tim to include camping, boating, and especially jet skiing. Alice adored her grand children and great grandchildren. Visitation will be held Friday, December 2, 2016, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 8455 Germantown Road, Olive Branch, MS 38654. Mass will also be held Friday, December 2, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. at Queen of Peace Catholic Church. Graveside service will be held Friday, December 2, 2016 immediately following the mass, at Memorial Park Southwoods, 5485 Hacks Cross Rd, Memphis, TN 38125, Coleman Funeral Home of Olive Branch is in charge of arrangements. Survivors include her husband, Ronald D. DeLaney of Olive Branch, MS; one son, Michael (Kim) DeLaney of Annada, MO; three brothers, James (Alene) Willhite of Breshears, TX; George (Lurlene) Willhite of Independence, MS; Noble (Peggy) Willhite of Independence, MS; three grandchildren Michael DeLaney Warrenton MO, Mary DeLaney of Sedalia, MO, Eli Aronoff of Tupelo, MS and three great-grandchildren, Madison, Cale and Lyman along with a host of nieces and nephews. Her parents, Willie L. and Betty V. Willhite; her son, Timothy W. DeLaney; her two sisters, Beatrice O'Barr and Lucille Meredith; and two brothers, Lee Willhite and Frank Willhite preceded Alice in death. Online condolences may be left on the Tribute Wall at www.colemanfuneralhome.com