Maxine Jeffreys passed away on Nov. 10, 2023 at the age of 96.
Maxine was born on April 17, 1927. She was a long time resident of Guin, Alabama. She was an active member in her church, Free Water Free Will Baptist Church. Her devotion to Christ was apparent in her interaction with all people. She was loved by all who knew her.
Sue Carol Rudicell, 88, passed away on Sunday Nov. 12, 2023 at her home.
She is survived by daughter, Sheila Shotts (Don); son, Jeff (Cindy) Rudicell; grandchildren, Lesley Shotts, Samantha Shotts, Ethan (Callie) Rudicell, and Carman (Justin) Cunniff; great-grandchildren, Lexi, Lucy and Lawson Rudicell, Ayva Bentley, Scarlett, Jesse and Elliott Cunniff.
She was preceded in death by husband, Carmon Wayne (Bud) Rudicell; infant daughter, Tammy Rudicell; and step-son, Barry Rudicell.
A private family graveside was held on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023 at Rudicell Cemetery.
Henry Allen Wells, 66, of Winfield, passed away on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023 at DCH in Tuscaloosa.
Faye L. Tyra, 85, of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023, at Northwest Medical Center. She was born in Hackleburg, Ala. on Monday, Oct. 17, 1938, to her parents, John and Nancy (Cook) Wooten.
She leaves to cherish her memories her husband, Bill Tyra; sons, Stan Tyra (wife, Debbie) and Jeff Tyra; grandchildren, Wesley Tyra (Adrianna), Emily Brown (husband, Chris), Meagen Carter (husband, Ry), Zane Tyra (wife, Hannah); seven great-grandchildren; brother, Billy Wooten; sister, Peggy Pruden; and a host nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Bobby Gene (Bob) Yerby, 86, of Hamilton, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023, at his residence. He was born in Alabama on Monday, March 15, 1937, to his parents, Alvin and Edith (Randolph) Yerby.
He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife, Nellie (Miller) Yerby; son, Terrence Yerby; daughter, Nellie Jane Short (husband, Robert); grandchildren, Daniel Short, Matthew Short, Adam Short, Sinjun Yerby and Kaileen Yerby; great-grandchildren, Zachary Short and Tyler Short; a host nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Mr. Brian Keith Alexander, 42, of Winfield passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023. Mr. Alexander was born on May 29, 1981 in Polk County, Florida to Karen June Alexander. Brian attended Montgomery County High School in Mount Vernon, Georgia. He spent much of his life as the owner and operator of Alexander Drywall. In his spare time, Brian enjoyed spending time with his family, going to his children’s ballgames, watching Alabama and Georgia Bulldog Football and cooking. He loved to make people smile through food.
Sara Fayrene Crowder, 93, of Vina, Ala. passed away Nov. 7, 2023 at the Marion Regional Nursing Home.
Funeral service was held on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, at Bexar Church. Burial followed in the adjoining cemetery.
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Maurice Lamalle “Doc” Lockhart, 88, of St. Cloud, Fla. died peacefully on Nov. 6, 2023. Born and raised in Winfield, he played varsity football at Winfield High. He attended the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa and then joined and served in the Navy for 21 years. Maurice later called Central Florida his home for over 40 years until his passing. He enjoyed traveling, fishing, and boating, and always good times with his family and friends. He was a kind and generous man, who always made time for and cared for others.
Hunter Keith McCarley, 27, of Hamilton, passed away Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023 at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Hamilton.
Funeral services were held Thursday, Nov. 9 at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel with burial that followed at Antioch Cemetery.
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Jo Ann Keese Palmer, 85, of Vina, Ala. passed away Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023 at Generations of Red Bay.
Funeral service were held on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023, at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed at Shottsville Cemetery.
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Wilma Faye Palmer, 95, of Hamilton, passed away Nov. 5, 2023 at her residence.
Funeral services were held on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed at the Hamilton City Cemetery.
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Kenneth “Caveman” Smith, born Dec. 17, 1956, went to his Heavenly Home on Nov. 5, 2023, at the age of 66.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Palmer Smith and Virginia Gorden, and two brothers, James and Jeff Graves.
He is survived by his wife, Connie Spoonmoore; sister, Brenda Harper; brother, Troy Graves; and a host of other relatives and dear friends.
There will be no service held at this time.
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Mr. Jerry Max Trimm, 83, of Winfield passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023 in the Northwest Medical Center. Mr. Trimm was born in Fayette County, Ala. on Feb. 20, 1940 to William Aaron and Eva Mae Mobley Trimm. Jerry was a 1958 graduate of Winfield City High School. He spent much of his life employed with the Army Corp of Engineers, where he worked for more than 30 years until his retirement. Jerry traveled the world with his work, but never loved any location more than he did his home in Fayette County, where he spent most of his spare time farming and taking care of his land.
Mrs. Regina Ann Burgess, 72, of Winfield passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 24,2023 in the Sunset Manor Nursing Facility. Mrs. Burgess was born on Oct. 27, 1950 to Earl and Kathryn McDonald Tidwell. Regina attended Hubbertville High School and later attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham where she earned her MBA. She was employed for many years with UAB Health Systems until her retirement. In her spare time, Regina enjoyed working in her flower beds and spending time with family, especially her grandson, ML.
Mr. Archie Roosevelt Ford, 87, of Winfield passed away on Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023 in the Diversicare Nursing Facility. Mr. Ford was born on Feb. 5, 1936 in Sullivan, Tenn. to Jacob and Elizabeth Minton Ford. Archie was a member of the Zion Missionary Baptist Church and a 1956 graduate of Gloucester High School in Virginia. After high school, Archie joined the United States Air Force where he served his country for four years. After returning home, he began working for The Birmingham News where he was regional manager for more than 40 years.
Larry E. “ Pink Panther” George, 67, of Hamilton, passed away on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, at Walker Baptist Medical Center. He was born in Michigan on Thursday, Jan. 19, 1956 to his parents, Jack and Vivian (Brockway) George.
Ms. Catherine I. Grant, better known as “Kat”, 95, of Winfield passed away on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023 in the Diversicare Nursing Facility. Ms. Grant was born on July 11, 1928, to George and Alfa Cook Sullins. Kat was a member of the East Winfield Church of Christ. She was employed for many years with Dr. Mann as a dental assistant before her retirement. In her spare time, Cat enjoyed gardening, cooking, traveling, caring for family members, and shopping on Publisher’s Clearing House.
Charles Harry Green, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday Oct 24, 2023, at the age of 73. Harry was born on January 20, 1950, in Hamilton, AL. He graduated as Valedictorian from Hamilton High School, where he was student body president and played saxophone. He attended college at the University of Alabama and graduated with a degree in mathematics. He went on to Cumberland School of Law at Samford University and practiced law for 30 years in Hamilton, AL.
Mr. Larry Wayne Hawkins, 73, of Guin passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023 in the Hospice of West Alabama Facility in Tuscaloosa. Larry was one of ten children born to Less and Meryle Berryhill Hawkins on Feb. 26, 1950 in Guin. He was a member of New Life Fellowship Church and attended Guin High School. Larry spent much of his life as co-owner and operator of E&L Construction. In his spare time, Larry enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, deer hunting, riding horses and Harley Davidsons, and eating his daughter’s coconut poke cake.
Mr. Richard Perry Jackson, 84, of Winfield passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023 at his residence. Mr. Jackson was born and raised in Martinsville, Ind. He was one of three children born to Joseph and Thelma Seeley Jackson. Richard was a faithful member and elder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He attended school in Martinsville and later attended Weber State University in Utah where he earned a degree in Computer Technology. Richard served his country in the United States Army.
Mrs. Joan Rae Lawrence, 80, of Winfield passed away on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023 in the Diversicare Nursing Facility. Mrs. Lawrence was born on April 15, 1943 to Ray and Fleeta Frye Millican. She was a 1964 graduate of Hamilton High School. She spent many years employed with Munsingwear and Health-Tex Manufacturing before moving to B&B Quick Stop Deli where she worked until her retirement. In her spare time, Joan enjoyed cooking, and spending time with her family.
Mr. Jerry Dale Pollard, 89, of Brilliant passed away on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023 at his residence. Mr. Pollard was born on May 4, 1934 in Brilliant to Dale Vester and Ora Brasseal Pollard. Jerry was a graduate of Brilliant High School. After his graduation, Jerry enlisted in the United States Air Force where he served four years during the Korean conflict. Jerry spent several years as a coal miner after coming home from the service. He later became self employed as a heavy equipment operator and mechanic where he worked until his retirement.
Campranella "Camp" Prowell, 57, of Winfield, AL, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023 at DCH Medical Center in Tuscaloosa. Camp was born on May 20, 1966 in Columbus, Miss. to the late Wright Webber, Sr. and the late Essie Mary Prowell. He was a 1984 graduate of Lee High School in Columbus and later joined the U.S. Army proudly serving his country. Camp was previously employed at T&M Steel Co. in Columbus and 3M in Guin. He thoroughly enjoyed being outdoors, especially fishing. He also liked to watch football and cook. Camp attended Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church.
Johnny Lee Pruitt, 76, passed away Oct. 18, 2023.
Services were held on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023 at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed at Cooper Cemetery.
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Deanna Susan McDaniel, 77, of Winfield passed away on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023 in the Northwest Medical Center. Mrs. McDaniel was born in Marion County on March 27, 1946 to Middleton and Ruby Franks Maddox. She was a member of Hines Memorial Baptist Church of Bear Creek, and later Faith Church in Winfield. Deanna was a 1964 graduate of Brilliant High School. She was a member of the Bear Creek Civitan Club, where she worked diligently for many years. Deanna spent many years employed with Health Tex of Guin and later Harden Manufacturing before choosing to become a homemaker.
Mary Nannette Guyton Lawhon, 85 of Hamilton, passed away Oct. 20, 2023 at the North Ms. Medical Center in Tupelo.
Services were held on Tuesday October 24, 2023, at the Hamilton United Methodist Church. Burial followed at Memorial Gardens.
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Hamilton, AL 35570
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Louise Holcombe, 92, of Hamilton, passed away Oct. 10, 2023 at the Marion Regional Nursing Home. She was born July 2, 1931 in Marion County to the late Lee Other and Rozie Tice Harris.
Survivors include: son, Larry Holcombe (Pam); daughter, Janice Cantrell (Nicky); grandchildren, Brandon Cantrell (Denee), Jennifer McGuire (Daniel), Chris Holcombe (Isabelle); great-grandchildren, Ty Cantrell, Haley McGuire, Graham Holcombe; niece, Donna Swinney (Robby); and a host of nieces and nephews.
John Thomas Gilchrist, 66, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023 at North Ms. Medical Center, Tupelo, MS. Born in Hamilton, he was a water plant operator and a member of Hamilton First Baptist Church.
Stephen Von Adkins, 59, of Good Springs, Ala., passed away on Oc. 11, 2023.
Graveside services were held on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023 at Odom Memorial Cemetery.
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Mrs. Judy Faye Hall, 72, of the Hubbertville Community passed away on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023 at her residence. Mrs. Hall was born in Fayette County on November 25, 1950 to William Burton and Ruby Frances Dozier Smith. She was a member of the Hubbertville Church of Christ and a 1969 graduate of Hubbertville High School. After high school, she furthered her education at Brewer State Community College in Fayette. Judy spent much of her life as a home maker and as a bus driver for the Fayette County School System before her retirement.
Mrs. Jewell Dean McQuaig Lawrence, 87, of Winfield passed away on Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023 in the DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa. Jewell was born on April 8, 1936 in Haleyville, Ala. to William and Vaudie Burleson McQuaig.
Mrs. Lawrence was a member of the Hillcrest Church of Christ and a 1955 graduate of Winfield City High School. Jewell was employed for over 20 years with Clifford Industry and was co-owner of Lawrence Funeral Home in Winfield for 30 years. She enjoyed working in her flowers and sewing.
Bessie Christine Shotts, 91, of Hamilton, passed away Oct. 19, 2023 at her residence.
Funeral services were held on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed at Shottsville Cemetery.
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Hamilton, AL 35570
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Jimmy Lewis Stidham, 80, of Vina, Ala., passed away on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, at his residence. He was born in Alabama on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 1943 to his parents, Homer and Estell (Oliver) Stidham.
He leaves to cherish his memories, his daughter, Rachel Stidham; son, Adam Stidham; grandchildren, Malik Fletcher, Malachi Fletcher, and Aleigha Stidham; and a host nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Chelane Denise Williams Earnhart, 46, of Hamilton, passed away Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023. She was born on Nov. 23, 1976, to Aurdy Leon Williams and Brenda Faye Hollis Williams of Detroit, Ala. She attended Sulligent High School and was a member of Detroit Church of Christ. She worked with her husband as A team with OTR Truck Driving. Her hobbies included reading her bible and coming home to be with her family and friends in Alabama.
John Day Moore, 84, passed this earthly existence on Oct. 10, 2023, at home in Winfield, surrounded by his wife, daughters, and son-in-law. He was born on April 21, 1939, in Oakman, Ala., the only beloved child to John (Slim) and Willie Pearl (Bill) Day Moore. He is survived by his wife, Frances Whitson Moore of Winfield; daughters, Cindy (Todd) Wakefield of Baton Rouge and Karen (Jeff) Marshall of Alabaster; grandchildren, Kamden and Jack Marshall and Jace Wakefield; and sister-in-law, Sarah Riley of Winfield.
Louise Holcombe, 92, of Hamilton, passed away Oct. 10, 2023 at the Marion Regional Nursing Home.
Service was held on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, at the Hamilton Freewill Baptist Church. Burial followed at Sullins Cemetery.
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Neal Childers, 78 of Hamilton, passed away Oct. 4, 2023 at UAB Hospital.
Service was held on Saturday October 7, 2023, at Bethlehem Church with burial following at Shottsville Cemetery.
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Mrs. Eleanor Sue Berryhill, 94, of Brilliant passed away on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023 in the Sunset Manor Nursing Facility. Mrs. Berryhill was born in Brilliant, Alabama on Dec. 13, 1928 to Fred and Mabra Dickinson Hudson. She was a 1946 graduate of Brilliant High School. In 1948 she and her family moved to Birmingham and became members at Sandusky Church of Christ where she remained until 1992. She then returned home to Brilliant, moving her membership to Brilliant Church of Christ, and served a term with the Brilliant Alumni Association.
Bobby Gene Allison, 62 of Hamilton, passed away October 5, 2023 at the North Ms. Medical Center in Tupelo.
Funeral service was held on Sunday , Oct. at Hope Alive Church with burial that followed at Barnesville Cemetery.
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Hilda Miller, 78, of Hamilton, passed away Friday Sept. 29, 2023 at the Marion Regional Nursing Home.
The funeral service was held Monday Oct.2 at Fairview Church with the burial following in the adjoining cemetery.
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Hamilton, AL 35570
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Maxine Williams, 95 of Hamilton, passed away October 1, 2023 at her residence.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday October 4, 2023, 11:00 until service time beginning at 12:00 at Happy Hill Church. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery.
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Hamilton, AL 35570
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EJ Posey, 84, of Hamilton, passed away Friday, Sept. 29, 2023 at North Ms. Medical Center in Hamilton.The funeral service was Monday, Oct. 1 at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Memorial Gardens.
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Hamilton, AL 35570
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Mr. Robert Elliott, 86, of Winfield passed away on Wednesday, Oct 4, 2023, at his residence. Mr. Elliott was born on Dec. 2, 1936 in Marion County, Ala. to Jason Clarence Elliott, Sr. and Flora Mae Vaughn Elliott. Mr. Elliott considered himself a cowboy and a ladies’ man. He was a U.S. Army veteran who worked most of his career at Continental Conveyor as a supervisor, but his passion was farming. Robert enjoyed Alabama athletics but especially football and watching or reading westerns with a good whiskey. He was a 1956 graduate of Brilliant High School.
Patricia Ellen Clawson, 82, formerly of Winfield, passed away Friday, Sept. 29, 2023, at Decatur Morgan Hospital. She was born in Ottumwa, Iowa on Jan. 30, 1941, to Porter and Nora Goudy. Pat graduated from Ottumwa High School in 1959.
Brother C.W. Box, 93, of Winfield passed away on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023, at his residence. Brother Box was born in Fayette County, Ala. on Aug. 21, 1930, to Lester and Lula Belle Hamilton Box. He was a long-time member and minister of Harmony Grove Baptist Church. C.W. was a 1951 graduate of Hubbertville High School, and he later attended Samford University, where he completed extension courses in ministry. In October of 1951, Mr. Box entered the 6th Division of the United States Army, where he served his country for 2 years and served in the Korean War.
Max B. Barnes, 78, of Hamilton, passed away Oct. 3, 2023 at the North Ms. Medical Center in Tupelo, Ms.
He was born in Hamilton, April 28, 1945, to Andy and Alice (Stidham) Barnes,
He was preceded in death by his parents, Andy and Alice Barnes; siblings, Eloise (Ben) Hopper, W.C. (Nell) Barnes, A.C. (Ruthie) Barnes, Winford Lee (Patsy) Barnes, Waymon Paul Barnes.
He is survived by his wife, Wanda W. Barnes; son, Rusty (Beth) Barnes; daughter, Kellie O'Donnell; grandchildren, MaKala and Madison O'Donnell, Zachary (Hannah) Langston; great-grandsons, Reed and Jon Ross.
Ralph Atkins, 85 of Guin passed away Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023 at his residence.
Born April 21, 1938 in Carbon Hill, he was the son of the late Mose and Ruth Beatty Atkins and the husband of Joyce Parsons Atkins. He had lived in the Pea Ridge Community the past 50 years and was a member of the Free Water Free Will Baptist Church and had retired from King Cutter. He loved gardening and working in the yard.
Harold Stidham, 71 of Hamilton, passed away Sept. 22, 2023 at the North Ms. Medical Center in Tupelo.
Service was held on Sunday, September 24, at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed at Bethleham Cemetery,
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