Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Hazel Green, AL and surrounding areas

Mablean Langford

Mablean Langford

Feb 28, 2026

Mrs. Mablean Langford of Hazel Green went to be with the Lord on Saturday while surrounded by her family. She was 86 and had retired from Walnut Grove School where she worked in the cafeteria for 18 years.

Mrs. Langford was a faithful Christian and a member of the Fellowship First Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin...

Carl Winston Honea

Carl Winston Honea

Feb 28, 2026

Carl Winston Honea was born to Essie and Ethia Honea on February 4, 1938, at their home place in New Market, Alabama. He grew up attending Walnut Grove School and working on his family’s farm where he learned the value of hard work. As a young man, he loved playing baseball and basketball and dreamed of becoming a major league...

Sherry Denise Corum

Sherry Denise Corum

Feb 27, 2026

Sherry Denise Corum, age 56, of Hazel Green, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27, 2026. She was born on January 31, 1970 in Madison County, Alabama and was a proud graduate of Hazel Green High School.

Sherry was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Hazel Green.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry Murphy Corum and Polly Wilkerson...

Steve Worsham

Steve Worsham

Feb 25, 2026

Steve Worsham of Hazel Green passed away on Wednesday afternoon while surrounded by his loving family. He was 79. He attended Hazel Green High School and the North Alabama College of Commerce. He worked as an automotive mechanic and held a real estate license. Steve was a Christian and part of the Owens Cross Roads Church of Christ.

He enjoyed fishing,...

Barbara Jean Fitch

Barbara Jean Fitch

Feb 25, 2026

Barbara Jean Fitch, age 79, of Gurley, passed away on February 25, 2026.

Graveside services will be held on February 27, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Gurley City Cemetery.

Barbara was a prime example of living her life for the Lord. Her favorite Bible passage was Psalm 23, and she reflected its message of faith, trust, and devotion in her daily walk. 

All...

James Orville Hawkins

James Orville Hawkins

Feb 25, 2026

It is with regret we announce the passing of Mr. James Orville Hawkins on Wednesday, while surrounded by his loving family. He was 88. 

A private service will be held at a later date.

Hazel Green Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.

Luther Stancel Christian

Luther Stancel Christian

Feb 24, 2026

Luther Stancel Christian, age 74, passed away peacefully on February 24 2026. Born on October 31, 1951, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Luther lived a life defined by faith, dedication, love for family and unwavering commitments to his work and values.

Luther pursued his education in engineering studies at the University of Alabama in Huntsville, preparing for what would become a remarkable 44...

Dawn Marie Smith

Dawn Marie Smith

Feb 21, 2026

Dawn Marie Smith of Hazel Green passed away on Saturday evening. She was 59.

Dawn dedicated her life to her children and grandchildren, loving them fiercely and wholeheartedly. Known for her stubborn streak and playful sense of humor, she always found a way to make life fun. Being a grandma was her proudest and happiest role.

Surviving family members include her husband,...

Peggy Dutton Lasater

Peggy Dutton Lasater

Feb 19, 2026

Peggy Ann Dutton Lasater, age 76 of Hazel Green, Alabama, passed away peacefully at her home on February 19, 2026. She was born on January 8, 1950, in Lawrence County, Alabama, and was a proud graduate of Lawrence County High School, Class of 1968.

As a young woman, Peggy moved to Huntsville, where she met the love of her life, Carroll...

Barbara Rupell

Barbara Rupell

Feb 17, 2026

Barbara R. Rupell, age 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on February 17, 2026.

Bobbi was born on January 13, 1946, in Colorado to Joseph and Gladys Blecha. She grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the middle sister among her brothers Joseph, David, and Kerry, and baby sister April.

In 1967, she married the love of her life, Robert Rupell....

Annie Jean Jones

Annie Jean Jones

Feb 17, 2026

Annie Jean Jones, 95, of New Market, Alabama passed away February 17, 2026. She was born on May 22, 1930 in Owens Cross Roads, Alabama. She was a faithful member of the Church of Christ.

Annie is survived by her six children, her sons, Albert Jr (Jan), Steven (Camille), David (Lisa), and by her daughters, Patricia (Bill), Kelly (Jeff), and Mer...

Jennifer Lee Paddock

Jennifer Lee Paddock

Feb 15, 2026

Jennifer Lee McAnally Paddock passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026. She was 50 and was born on November 4, 1975, in Huntsville, Alabama.

Jennifer was a 1994 graduate of Madison County High School and was a member of Winchester Road Baptist Church for more than 30 years. She had a beautiful voice and loved to sing in the choir, sang...

Doyle Louie Andrews Sr.

Doyle Louie Andrews Sr.

Feb 13, 2026

Mr. Doyle Louie Andrews Sr. of Hazel Green, Alabama, went to be with the Lord on Friday. He was 82.

Born in Red Hill, Alabama, to the late Jack and Nellie Andrews, he was a true family man. Doyle was a Mason and served for 28 years as a firefighter. He loved to listen to and play country and gospel music,...

Leslie Kenyon Branner

Leslie Kenyon Branner

Feb 12, 2026

We are saddened to share that Leslie Kenyon Branner passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026.

He will be known by many in the community for his kindness and dedication to others. He loved his country and proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. Throughout his career, he traveled the world, but he was most proud of his time with...

Sarah Faith Cartelli

Sarah Faith Cartelli

Feb 12, 2026

Sarah Faith Cartelli, age 76, peacefully passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026. She was born on March 21, 1949, in Greeneville, Tennessee.Faith was truly a loving person. She found great joy in caring for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Known affectionately as “Granny” and “Great Nana,” she loved to cook when she was able and was always generous in sharing...

Angela Gail Works

Angela Gail Works

Feb 12, 2026

Mrs. Angela Gail Works of Harvest, Alabama, passed away Thursday. She was 74.

Mrs. Works was a loving mother and a loyal, devoted wife. She had a relationship with the Lord, and her faith was the light that guided her life and gave her strength each day. A daredevil of sorts, Angela was adventurous and would always try something new. She...

Harry Thomas "Tommy" Aldridge

Harry Thomas "Tommy" Aldridge

Feb 11, 2026

Harry Thomas "Tommy" Aldridge, 81, of Leoma, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026, in Fayetteville, TN.

He was born in Huntsville and raised in Madison County. He was a devoted Auburn fan who loved music. Tommy was also known for his witty and fun sense of humor.

He is survived by his children, Zoey Hardy and Holly Aldridge; his sister, Jeanne...

Brenda Gray

Brenda Gray

Feb 8, 2026

Brenda Gray, 74, of Taft, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord on Sunday while surrounded by her loving family.

Brenda loved her family deeply and especially cherished being a grandmother, a role she joyfully held for the past 26 years. She was a devoted caregiver, lovingly caring for her siblings who preceded her in death and faithfully taking care of...

Jeffery Allen Hopkins

Jeffery Allen Hopkins

Feb 6, 2026

Mr. Jeffery “Bodine” Hopkins, 68, passed away on Friday.

Mr. Hopkins was a lifelong resident of New Market, attended Buckhorn High School, and was a veteran of the United States Army. He retired from Madison County, where he worked for many years with District 4, Madison County Water, and District 1.

He was a simple man—laid back, easygoing, and never one for...

Andrew Shawn Parris

Andrew Shawn Parris

Feb 6, 2026

Andrew “Drew” Shawn Parris, born June 17, 2002, in Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026.

Drew, a graduate of Hazel Green High School, enjoyed school and liked being around people. He especially enjoyed it when others got in trouble and he loved singing “E-I-E-I-O” from Old MacDonald. Drew was known for always having a smile and for wanting...