Pastor John William Price

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Pastor John William Price passed away on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at the age of 62.

He spent his life loving his family, his church and his community as Christ loved us.

He leaves behind his wife of 40 years; his four children; three children-in-law, 13 grandchildren; and a beloved sister.

He was the pastor of First Baptist Church Orange Beach for 17 years after serving at Creek Path Baptist Church, First Baptist Church Level Plains and East Gadsden Baptist Church.

The family will receive guests on Tuesday, Feb. 28, from 4 until 5:15 p.m. on the front lawn of First Baptist Orange Beach, Orange Beach, Alabama.

Due to the recent destruction of their sanctuary by fire, the funeral service will follow at 6 p.m. at The Island Church, previously known as Christian Life Church.

On Thursday, March 2, there will be a service at Sardis Baptist Church, Boaz, Alabama. The family will receive guests at 1 p.m. followed by a service and burial at 2 p.m.

To honor Pastor John's legacy and heart for missions, please use the link below to donate to the International Mission Board in lieu of flowers. https://www.imb.org/give/.