Mr. Fred Orville Harper

August 16, 1927 - December 25, 2020

Mr. Fred Orville Harper of the New Home Community; passed away peacefully in the early hours of Friday – December 25, 2020 at his residence at the age of 93 years old. Mr. Harper was born on August 16, 1927 to the late William S. Harper and Sophie Mae Harper in Cullman County, Alabama. Mr. Harper held many occupations in his life, those being a welder and a cattle and poultry farmer. Among the many accomplishments he achieved throughout his life, he was most proud to have served his country in the United States Army in World War II and to be the father and grandfather for his family. In his free time, he enjoyed the simplest of pleasures such as fishing, watching football, and spending time with his friends and family. Mr. Harper will be forever remembered by his beloved wife of 67 years; Gladys Mae Wilson; son, Keith Harper (Karen); daughter, Sherry Harper; grandchildren, Megan Harper (Nick) and Sarah Harper; and great grandchild, Bryson; as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to his beloved parents, Mr. Harper is at last reunited with his brothers, Dock Harper and Gart Harper; sister, Jean Burgett. Graveside Service and Interment will take place at the New Home Baptist Church Cemetery on Monday – December 28, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. with Bro. Kenneth Sanders, officiating. Pallbearers escorting Mr. Harper to his final resting place will include: Shane Bryson, Wayne Burgett, Bruce Bradley, Don Fleming, Donnie Garrett and Tim Kelsoe. Horary Pallbearers – Gary Harper, Kenny Wilks and Cotton Hall Arab Heritage Memorial Chapel, Directing