Deidra E Huffman

This page is to honor and remember the life of Deidra Elaine Huffman or to some people DeeDee, Nonna or Momma D. I’m honored to speak on behalf of our family and to pay tribute to a woman who meant so much to all of us. DeeDee was born on October 19, 1949, in Mobile, Alabama. She later moved to Baldwin County, where she graduated from Foley High School—a place that shaped many of her early memories. Eventually, she made her way to Florida, where she built a successful career in healthcare. She worked as an x-ray technician and went on to manage a freestanding radiology imaging facility. Her dedication and leadership were felt not only by her colleagues but also by the countless patients she served with care and professionalism. But beyond her work, she gave her heart to her community. She served as a community board member for the Rosinton Volunteer Fire and Rescue—a testament to her commitment to helping others and making a difference wherever she could. DeeDee was strong-willed—a trait you recognized the moment you met her. She was passionate, determined, and she carried herself with a kind of quiet strength that anchored those around her. But perhaps her greatest role—her proudest title—was that of Mom and Grandma. She was the proud mother of Kristen Hopkins (Brian), and Steven (Karen). And to her granddaughters, Carys and Briella, she was everything. She absolutely adored them. Her love for her family ran deep and wide, and it was never more evident than during birthdays and holidays—times when she brought everyone together under one roof. She thrived in those moments: the laughter, the food, the closeness. It was in those gatherings that she shined. And oh, the food. DeeDee cooking was something special. Whether it was a holiday feast or a jar of homemade jelly, she poured her love into everything she made. She had a true gift—gardening, canning, and making jams and jellies were more than hobbies; they were acts of love, lovingly shared with family and friends. She had a warmth that made people feel safe, and a fire that made people feel alive. She taught us how to be strong, how to care, and how to find joy in the simple things—like dirt under your nails from the garden, or the sparkle in a grandchild’s eyes. One of her favorite poems was Footprints in the Sand. It’s a reminder that during the hardest times in life, we are not alone. That even when we don’t feel it, we are being carried—by God, by love, by the strength of those who came before us. And I believe she carried many of us in that way—through her actions, her love, and her unwavering belief in family. DeeDee leaves behind a beautiful legacy. One built not just on the things she accomplished, but on the lives she touched, the traditions she started, and the love she gave so freely. She will be missed deeply, but she will also be remembered—every time we gather as a family, every time we see a jar of homemade jam, and every time we feel the quiet strength she passed on to us. We love you, DeeDee. And we’ll carry you with us always. Celebration of life for her will be Saturday May 31st at 4:00p.m. at Heritage Church and the address is 20993 County Road 64 Robertsdale, AL 36567. If anyone would like to send flowers they can send to the church or send them to the house 21227 County Road 64 Robertsdale Al

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May 19, 2025

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May 19, 2025

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