Opal was married to the love of her life, R.E. Paul for over 50 years before his passing in 2001. She was employed at Fort Gordon, GA working in Payroll and Finance. She was loved by many, affectionately called Nana and was a light to all that knew her. For over 50 years, she was a member of Fleming Baptist Church.
Opal is survived by her children, Joan (Joey) Turner, Michael (Mary Jane) Paul, Marilyn "Mickey" (Robert) Titus; grandchildren, Tami (Toby), Adam, Brandon (Eve), Abigail, John, Kirsten, Kaylea; two great-grandchildren, Turner and Thatcher; sister, Betty Dunagan and several extended family members. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Ruby Kay Paul and her brother, Buster Carter.
The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to SouthEast Hospice Care.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, November 22, 2021 beginning with visitation at 1:00pm at Elliott Sons Funeral Home on Lumpkin Road. Committal will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.elliottsonsgeorgia.com for the Paul family.