Ozell H.

Washington

Mr. Ozell Hosea Washington was a native of Prichard, AL and a resident of Grand Bay, Alabama departed this life on Sunday, October 8, 2023. He was born on September 27, 1944. He was a devoted member of True Word Church Ministries where he served as a Deacon.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Leria Washington; and parents Mary and Joe Griffen; two sisters and one brother.

Ozell worked at Hodges Funeral Chapel during his professional career as a funeral director until his retirement. He loved to cook and travel. He was a powerful, inspirational, and motivational speaker. He always had talks of encouraging words to share with many. He was loved by his community. He was the ice cream man of Grand Bay, AL and call surrounding areas where he served with a smile. He also loved passing out school supplies to the kids.

He leaves to cherish his memories a loving and devoted wife; Carilean Washington; seven children Bafford (Monique) Howard of Desoto, TX, Andre Fairly of Ohio, Toya Joseph Akronm OH, Sheila (Chris) Sullivan, Jackie (Michelle) Lynn, Tara (Earl) Harris, and Edward (Renee) Lynn all of Mobile, AL; two sisters Mary Griffin-Smith and Millie Griffin of Prichard, AL; one sister-in-law Emma Peyton of Mobile, AL; one brother-in-law Ralph Davis Sr. of Mobile, AL; twenty one grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, one devoted niece; Crystal Winton.

Visitation will be held Saturday, October 14, 2023 at True Word Church 1315 Saint Stephens Rd Ste A, Prichard, AL 36610 from 9:00 AM until the 11:00 AM funeral service.