Mr. Brooks Barfield

Elmer Brooks Barfield Jr., age 84, of Grant, Alabama, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on November 27, 1940, in Vidalia, Georgia, Brooks lived a life defined by generosity, integrity, and an unshakable commitment to his family and community. Brooks is survived by his devoted wife, Naomi Barfield. Together, they built a life filled with love, faith, and purpose and would have celebrated 50 years of marriage this coming October. He was a proud and loving father to Michele (Wendell) Atchley, Stephanie Barfield, Natalie Barfield, and Nicole Jones; and a beloved grandfather to Ryan (Jenna) Atchley, Trent (Taylor) Lemaster, Easton Jones, and Brooke (Trey) Frazier. He was also a deeply admired great-grandfather to Ava Grace and Ember Kate Atchley, Brooks Lemaster, and Jax, Brayden, and Beckham Frazier. He is lovingly remembered by his nephew, Walter (Amy) Barfield, and his nieces, Sonia (David) DuBose and Brittany (Ron) Polston. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eleanor and Elmer Barfield Sr.; his brother, Carl (Dee) Barfield; and his beloved daughter, Michele Atchley. Brooks was a man of deep character — noble, self-sufficient, and driven by an unwavering sense of purpose. He was an honest and visionary entrepreneur, a respected leader, and a tireless provider. He pursued higher education at Howard College (now Samford University), where he studied pharmacy and played football under the legendary Coach Bobby Bowden. His professional accomplishments included owning and operating Grant Pharmacy since 1966, serving as the mayor of Grant from 1968–1976, a nursing home administrator and owning his own nursing home, Barfield Health Care, from 1979–2018, and managing a variety of entrepreneurial ventures that bettered his community. A man of faith, Brooks was a dedicated member of Grant First Baptist Church. He found joy in simple pleasures — golfing, fishing, grilling, hunting, skiing, playing cards, and most of all, spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He lived with a heart of gold, always giving without expecting anything in return. His life was a testament to love, sacrifice, and legacy. Visitation will be held on Friday, May 2, 2025, from 5:00–8:00 PM at the Grant First Baptist Church Christian Life Center in Grant, Alabama. A celebration of Brooks’ life will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Grant First Baptist Church, followed by a graveside service at Free Home Cemetery. Rev. Joe Teal will officiate. Easton Jones, a grandson, will offer a eulogy. Louis Crowder, Walter Barfield, Ryan Atchley, Trent Lemaster, Easton Jones, and Trey Frazier will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Gene Cook, Gerald Bell, Paul Border, Donnie Fultz, Derek Southers, Herbie Weichert, and Scott Chandler. Arrangements Entrusted to Grant Memorial Chapel

Mr. Brooks Barfield

November 27, 1940 - April 29, 2025