On August 8th, Mary Eleanor Brannon Birdsong peacefully went home to be with her Lord and Savior. A devoted woman of faith, Mary loved Jesus — and Jesus loved her.
Mary was born on August 28, 1934, to Pillie and Isavell Brannon and was the first of what would be seven children. In 1958, Mary married the love of her life, Henry. Together, they built a legacy of love, faith, and family. They made their home in the Hartford AL area where they raised their children.
She is lovingly remembered by her five children: Susan Glenn (Daniel), Henry B. Birdsong II (Moriel), David Birdsong (Karla), Helen Poteat, and Rebecca Balkcom (Kip). Mary’s legacy also lives on through her 9 grandchildren (Nathan, Ryan, Erin, James, Sarah, Amanda, Johndavid, Bryan and Kristen) 5 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Mary was also blessed with many nieces and nephews.
Mary enjoyed sharing life with her brothers and sisters who are Jan Peterson (Fred), Martha Patillo (Pat), Roger Brannon (Linda). Sister in laws Ginger Brannon and Bobbie Jean Brannon. They all remained close over her lifetime and enjoyed spending time together.
She is preceded in death by her parents Pillie and Isavell Brannon, Her husband Henry Birdsong, her granddaughter Kate Brannon Wells, her brothers Bobby Brannon, Harold Brannon, Earl Brannon and sister in law Marjorie Brannon.
Mary’s life was a testament to grace, strength, and unwavering faith. Her warmth and wisdom will be dearly missed, but her spirit continues to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. at Bottoms Garden Chapel in Hartford, AL. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery under the direction of Shelby Lett of Bottoms Garden Chapel Funeal Home.
In lieu of flowers you may make donations in her honor to Shiloh Baptist Church in Hartford, AL or to a church of your choosing.
