Cecil Cleckley

Cecil  Cleckley, 78, of Clanton, Alabama passed away September 9, 2024, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster, AL.

He was born September 24, 1945, in Chilton County, Alabama, son of the late Jasper Cleckler and the late Rosa Cleckler.

Cecil was a man of many talents who never shied away from adversity. Over the course of his life he owned and operated several small businesses including a gas station, a go-cart track, a mobile home park, and most recently “The Sports Shop” where he and his wife served the community for over 20 years. However, his most treasured accomplishment was receiving the title of “Pop”, a name given to him by those he loved the most. His love for fun and family was incomparable, his work ethic unparalleled, and his integrity unquestioned. Cheerful in all weathers, he served his church and community with unmatched humility, generosity, and excellence. Cecil Cleckley was a man who was truly loved and admired by all who knew him.

Surviving are his Wife, Hazel Cleckley; Daughter, Crystal (Jerry) Russell, Son, Chris (Rachel) Cleckley; Grandson, Grayson Russell; Granddaughters, Harper Cleckley, Kennedy Cleckley; Brother, Jasper (Sue) Cleckler, Jr..

He was preceded in death by his Father, Jasper Cleckler; Mother, Rosa Cleckler; Sisters, Bertha Headley, Louella Kemp, Inez Cleckler, Ethel Lett; Step-Mother, Katie Lett; Step-Brothers, Jim Lett, Charles Lett, Dearl Lett, Kenneth Lett.

Friends will be received Sunday, September 15, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Zion Ridge Church of God.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, September 15, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. at Zion Ridge Church of God with Rev. Wally Helfinstine, Rev. Tony Thomas, Rev. Chris Hill, and Pastor Jason Acreman officiating.

A reception will follow the service on Sunday at the Zion Ridge Church of God fellowship hall.

A graveside service will be Monday, September 16, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at Chilton Memorial Gardens wwith Rev. Terry Hicks officiating.

Interment will follow in Chilton Memorial Gardens, Clanton, Alabama.

Martin Funeral Home directing.

You may leave online condolences for the family on the guest registry at www.martinfuneralhomeinc.com.