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2017
Jesse Cooper Stinson , Jr. of Birmingham, Alabama passed away Aug. 11, 2017 following a short illness. He was originally from Georgiana AL. He graduated from Troy University with a degree in Education and served in the Army Reserves as well as active duty in the Korean War with the rank of Captain. He worked tirelessly as an advocate for the mentally ill through programs at South Highland Presbyterian Church for over 40 years. He founded programs there such as the Sunday Club, The Sharing Group and SHOP. He was a 32nd Degree Mason at Metro East Lodge # 928 in Birmingham, AL. Jesse is survived by 2 sons, Jesse Cooper Stinson III (Melissa), Charles Franklin Stinson, and daughter Sally Orliene Stinson. He has 2 grandchildren, Luke Roberts Stinson (Shawna) and Bethany Rebeca Rusnak (Logan) as well as 2 great-grandchildren, Trager Roberts Stinson and Ryder Lane Stinson. His loving family pets, Fred, Penny, Pablo and Gertie. Visitation for Jesse will take place on Wednesday August 16, 2017 from 10-11am at South Highland Presbyterian Church to be followed by the funeral service at 11 AM with graveside at 2:45 PM at Alabama National Cemetery in Montevalo. In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be given to South Highland Presbyterian Church 2035 Highland Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35255 to support Jesse's ministry for people with mental illness.
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December 12, 2017
Shirley Fluke
Jesse was a dear friend to my brother, Richard Reder, while he lived in Birmingham. My sister and I are SO grateful for the kindness and love Jesse shared with Richard
September 8, 2017
Sincere condolences to the family. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure in your heart and it lives forever. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you peace, Hosea 13:14.
August 14, 2017
Paul Carlson
We are so sorry to find that our long time friend, Jesse, has passed away. We are thankful just knowing that he is now walking around in heaven totally well and more alive than ever before. Our hearts and our prayers are with all the family and friends who have lost the fellowship for right now of this good man, but just knowing where he is will be a comfort to all of us. We love you Jesse
. . . Beckie and Paul
August 14, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss.
May the God of all comfort, bring comfort to the Stinson family during these difficult times.
(2 Corin.1:3,4)
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