Eula D. Price

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her warm smile and kind heart left an imprint wherever she went.

Eula D. Price, whose gentle spirit and presence graced the lives of so many, passed away peacefully at her residence in Albany, Georgia, on July 27, 2026. Born on July 20, 1939, Eula’s journey spanned eighty-seven years, each of them marked by a steadfast devotion to teaching, kindness, and the quiet strength that defined her.

From her earliest days, Eula had a gift for connecting with others; her warm smile and kind heart left an imprint wherever she went. It was in the halls and classrooms of the Dougherty County School System that she truly found her calling. There, as an educator, she became not just a teacher, but a gentle guide, a nurturer of young minds and a compassionate presence in the lives of countless students. The simple mention of her name often brought forth stories of encouragement and the memory of a listening ear. She was admired by her peers and deeply cherished by those she taught; her classroom was a haven of patience and understanding.

As a member of Greater Second Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Eula’s life was interwoven with her dedication to education; not only as a profession but as a way of being. To be an educator, for Eula, transcended the boundaries of a career; it was an expression of the deep empathy and consideration that those who knew her came to rely on. She encouraged curiosity and kindness in equal measure, and her reputation as someone well liked and unfailingly kind grew with every relationship she nurtured.

Beyond the walls of the school, Eula’s presence in the community was one of steadfast support and gentle wisdom. Though much of her personal story is quietly held, those closest to her will forever remember the trust she built and the dignity with which she faced life’s joys and sorrows. Eula was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Earl Price, with whom she shared a bond rooted in love and respect.

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Eula’s life was interwoven with her dedication to education; not only as a profession but as a way of being.

As friends and community gather to mourn her loss and honor her legacy, reflection turns naturally to the ways Eula shaped those around her; not just through knowledge imparted, but through small acts of grace that linger in memory. The beauty of her life lies in lives touched, lessons taught, and the kindness she spread generously, never seeking accolades but forever deserving them.

For those wishing to pay respects and celebrate Eula’s life, a viewing will be held on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Martin Luther King Memorial Chapel, 1908 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, Albany, GA 31701. The funeral service will take place the following day, Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Olive Faith Center - Greater Second Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, 103 Dewey Street, Albany, GA 31705. Following the service, Eula will be laid to rest at Union Memorial Cemetery, 1100 South McKinley Street, Albany, GA 31701.

Eula D. Price’s legacy endures in the quiet confidence of students empowered, friends uplifted, and a community enriched by her unwavering kindness. Her spirit remains, a gentle echo; reminding all who knew her of the enduring value of compassion, education, and grace.

Condolences to the family may be conveyed online at www.mlkmemorialchapels.com.