Derinda "Garner" Gay's obituary , Passed away on November 22, 2025 in Heflin, Alabama

Derinda "Garner" Gay

February 9, 1965 - November 22, 2025 (60 years old)

Heflin, Alabama

Derinda "Garner" Gay's obituary , Passed away on November 22, 2025 in Heflin, Alabama

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Dryden Funeral Home

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Derinda "Garner" Gay

February 9, 1965 - November 22, 2025 (60 years old)

Heflin, Alabama

Derinda Gay Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Derinda Gay of Heflin, Alabama, whose life came to an end on November 22, 2025 at the age of 60, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though Derinda may no longer walk beside us, her memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Derinda touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In her absence, her spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

She is survived by: her children, Lacinda Ellis (Jordan) and Eric Dillon Gay; her mother Linda Garner; her pet Lola; and her husband Eric Gay of Heflin.

Visitation was held on Wednesday, November 26th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Dryden Funeral Home (1467 Almon St, Heflin, AL 36264). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, November 26th 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Dryden Funeral Home Chapel (1467 Almon St, Heflin, AL 36264).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Dryden Funeral Home



Wed

Nov 26

Visitation

Dryden Funeral Home
1467 Almon St, Heflin, AL 36264

Wed

Nov 26

Funeral service

Dryden Funeral Home Chapel
1467 Almon St, Heflin, AL 36264

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