Mother Louise Toombs Sibley was born September 22, 1922, on the Butler Plantation in Camilla,  Georgia. She was the beloved daughter of the late Ola Cason Toombs and the late John Toombs who was of Cherokee Indian decent.

As she sprouted and grew, she picked cotton and pecans to help her family during the depression.  In 1944, she completed her formal education at the Rockdale School.  Throughout school, she demonstrated exceptional potential as she developed a great longing and fervor to become a teacher.  After graduation, she    began her pursuit of teacher preparation at Georgia Normal and Agricultural College (Albany State College/University).

Raised in a strong Christian home, Mother Louise became a soldier for Christ at an early age; united with Habakkuk Baptist Church of Camilla, Georgia; and frequently attended Oak Grove Baptist Church of    Camilla.   While attending school in Albany, she kept marching for Christ and joined the Church of the  Living God—Pillar Ground and Truth Church under the leadership of the late Bishop William "Bill" Sibley and Mother  Cornelia Williams Sibley in the Box Bottom community.  Over the years, she remained a faithful servant under the guidance and leadership of Overseer David Sibley, Sr. and interim Pastor Johnny B. Sibley.  She was a God-fearing young woman who loved the Lord, fervently studied His Word, and was  always willing to share her experiences and knowledge of the Word with others.  Blessed with the gift of song,  she utilized her uniquely rich and melodious voice to encourage and uplift the worshippers as she spread the love of Christ through her songs.  Her singing was intense, her message was powerful,  and she gave her all to the Glory of God.  Often during the worship service you could hear her declare, "I'm a Living Witness" and "My songs are the songs of the Lord."  She was a praying woman who didn't mind spreading the Word of God wherever she went and asking, "May I present Jesus to you?"  Yes, she trusted God completely and listened daily for God's instructions.  Her faith and trust in God guided her life and allowed her to be an example for her family, friends, church family, and all who encountered her.

Having been totally captivated by the Bishop's son who was a deacon and the church bus drive, a whirlwind romance and brief courtship ensued.  On July 27, 1946, Mother Louise married the love of her life, the late US Army Sgt. James Sibley, at her parent's home in Camilla, Georgia.  They shared a love that was strong and a devotion to one another that was unshakeable.  As a wife, she supported her husband in all of his   endeavors; as a mother, she worked tirelessly to ensure that her children were nurtured in the admonition of the Lord.  Daily, she imparted words of wisdom to her children and grandchildren—forever reminding them, "Y'all gone have to know the Lord for yourself!"  Sharing time with family was paramount in her life.  Her diligence in caring for her husband and children was the personification of a Proverbs 31 Woman, "A wife of noble character whose worth was far above rubies.  Her husband had full confidence in her and lacked for nothing.  She did him good all the days of his life.  Her children rose up and called her blessed."

Mother Sibley was an exceptional cook whose culinary skills were put to test daily in the Dougherty County School System's Child Nutrition Program at Morningside Elementary School.  Over the years, she took great pride in ensuring that children and staff were provided nutritious and delicious meals.  Upon retirement in 1986, she was lauded as a loyal and dedicated employee who rendered 20 years of unparalleled  service.   The strong bond of friendship with her Dietician, the late Imogene Vorse, continued long after her retirement.

While Mother Sibley never sought to make a name for herself, her extraordinary reputation ensured that she was highly respected wherever she went.  She was a trusted friend and confidant, and would lend a listening ear to those in need of compassion and support.  We all were privileged to witness her unrelenting servant's heart, as she "lived the life that she sang about" every day of her life.  Community and civic-minded at heart, Mother Sibley was a registered voter, was often the first person to cast her vote at her precinct in various elections, and lived to see the first Black President in American history.  Blessed beyond measure, Mother Louise lived a rich and rewarding life; reached the hallowed age of 98; and lived to see generations of her off-springs with whom she left a legacy of love, humility, generosity, and godliness that will forever be cherished.  She will be remembered by many as an unselfish servant with a sweet, spirit; and an all-around "fashionista"  with a style and flair of her own, including designer suits, elegant church hats, stiletto heels and matching purses, and one-of-a-kind broaches.

On March 8, 2021, Mother Sibley put her hand in the hand of the Man from Galilee as she peacefully transitioned to her eternal home.  She had a quiet strength, never complained, and lived her life with holy boldness.

Loving memories will forever remain in the hearts of her children, James (Alberta Lillian) Sibley, Jr., Curtis Lamar Sibley, Cornelia (Willie James) Atkins, Juanita Sibley Gilyard, Theresa Sibley Jackson, Louise Delorese (Tyrone) Scott, and Phyllis Denise (Christopher Sr.) Wade; twenty-nine grandchildren, thirty-eight great grandchildren, and nine great-great grandchildren; two sisters—a centurion, Artie C. Davis of  Camilla, GA and Claretha Keaton of Houston, TX; brother-in-law, Overseer David (Virtha) Sibley, Sr.;  sisters-in-law, Mary Gladys Geter of Camilla, GA and Lillian Toombs of Miami, FL; and a host of extended family, church family, and friends.