Cathie Louise Mourey, age 75, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, August 14, 2026, in Villa Rica, Georgia. Cathie, affectionately known as “Memaw,” was well-known for her love of arts and crafts and for adding her own unique, personal flair to everything she touched.

Cathie was born in Jacksonville, Florida, on July 3, 1951, to the late Luther and Evelyn Davis. At the age of five, she was adopted by the late Harold and Julia Spriggs and grew up alongside her biological sister, Clara, in a loving home in Forest Park, Georgia. Cathie and Clara were fortunate to remain connected with their biological siblings throughout their lives, preserving family bonds that remained meaningful to Cathie.

Cathie married the love of her life, John Francis Mourey, on November 22, 1965. For nearly 61 years, they built a life together filled with love, family, and devotion to one another. Their marriage stood the test of time, and the life they shared was a beautiful example of lasting love and commitment. Through every season of life, John remained by her side, and the love they shared was at the heart of the family they built together.

Cathie worked in customer service for Curtin Matheson Scientific for 10 years, where her warm personality and gift for connecting with others served her well.

Later in life, Cathie found another way to share her creativity and love for people by volunteering as Activities Director at The Oaks in Carrollton. There, she was able to spend her time doing something she truly loved—bringing people together through arts, crafts, activities, and creativity.

Her talents extended far beyond her volunteer work. Since 2005, Cathie handmade hundreds of what she called “Forever Bears,” carefully transforming clothing belonging to loved ones into keepsake bears for families to treasure. Each bear was uniquely made, giving families a tangible reminder of someone they loved and reflecting Cathie’s special gift for creating something deeply personal with her own hands. Whether she was sewing, crafting, decorating, or dreaming up her next project, Cathie poured a little piece of herself into everything she created.

Her Catholic faith was an important part of her life. Cathie volunteered at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Lithia Springs and was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Carrollton.

Above all, Cathie’s greatest joy was her family. As “Memaw,” she created countless memories with those she loved. Her creativity, personality, and one-of-a-kind spirit could be seen throughout her home, her crafts, her celebrations, and the many special things she made for the people around her.

Cathie is survived by her beloved husband, John Mourey; daughter, Angela Louise Bourque (James); granddaughters, Samantha Bourque Tucker (Brandon) and Amanda Leigh Meyer (Ryan); great-grandchildren, Knox Curtis Meyer, Nora Kate Tucker, Blake Louise Meyer, John Clifton Tucker, and Stetson Thomas Meyer; and siblings, Clara Croft, Luther Bright, Brenda Salsman, and MaryAnn Folds.

She was preceded in death by her biological parents, Luther and Evelyn Davis, and her adoptive parents, Harold and Julia Spriggs.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated by Father Joe Wagner at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Carrollton, Georgia, on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 10:30 AM, with interment to follow at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family has designated St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital for memorial contributions.

Messages of condolence may be shared with the family through Almon Funeral Home at www.almonfuneralhome.com.