Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Hazel Green, AL and surrounding areas

Luis Nieves-Aviles

Luis Nieves-Aviles

Dec 13, 2025

Luis Alberto Nieves-Aviles, 78, passed away peacefully at home on December 13, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on January 27, 1947, in Puerto Rico, Luis lived a life defined by faith, family, service, and a deep curiosity about the world around him.

He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force from 1965 to 1991 where he started as an...

Sawyer Nicole Crosslin

Sawyer Nicole Crosslin

Jan 9, 2026

Sawyer Nicole Crosslin, of Fayetteville, Tennessee, specifically the Lincoln community, passed away on Friday morning. She was five years old.

Though her time on earth was brief, Sawyer’s life was filled with personality, curiosity, and joy. She loved watching Baby Shark, was a huge Disney fan and loved Trolls, Frozen, and The Little Mermaid. Sawyer knew what she wanted and had...

Kathy Jayne Lovell

Kathy Jayne Lovell

Jan 13, 2026

Kathy Jayne Lovell, age 63, of Toney, Alabama, passed away on January 13, 2026.

She was born on June 7, 1962, in Huntsville, Alabama, to the late James and Kathleen (Miller) McMillan. Kathy Jayne was born and raised in the Madison County area.

Kathy Jayne loved animals and people. She loved to pick and tease everyone. She enjoyed being outdoors and especially...

Johnhenry Sandoval

Johnhenry Sandoval

Jan 13, 2026

Johnhenry Sandoval, 44, of Hazel Green, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

He was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, and was a believer who was raised in the Catholic faith. Johnhenry proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps with the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, and completed a tour with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit.

He was...

Kenneth Sparks

Kenneth Sparks

Jan 11, 2026

Kenneth Sparks, a lifelong resident of Madison County, was born on July 23, 1937 to the late Viola and Dillon Sparks. He lived a life rooted in hard work, family, and simple joys, leaving behind a legacy of love and quiet strength.

Kenneth married the love of his life, Dorothy, on May 23, 1960. Together, they built a life centered on...

Katherine L. Edwards

Katherine L. Edwards

Jan 11, 2026

Katherine Lucile Edwards, age 95, departed this life on January 11, 2026. She was born on October 12, 1930, in Madison County, Alabama, the daughter of the late Elzer Jackson Sharp and Lucille Sharp.

A woman of remarkable intellect and dedication, Katherine devoted more than 40 years of service to NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, retiring in 1994. Her distinguished career...

Donald Terry Northam

Donald Terry Northam

Jan 9, 2026

Donald "Terry" Northam, 64, of Meridianville, Alabama passed away January 9, 2026 at Huntsville Hospital Huntsville, Alabama . He was born on September 4, 1961 in Garden City , Michigan to the late Donald and Bonnie (Ellis) Northam .

Donald is survived by wife Laura Northan, children Joshua, Nick, Kris, Amber; siblings Ronald Northan, Deborah Reams, Sherri.

In addition to his parents,...

Raymond Ballard

Raymond Ballard

Jan 9, 2026

Raymond Ballard Sr. passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, and love for his family.

He served in the United States Army and later in the National Guard. After his military service, he worked for General Motors for many years before retiring.

Raymond was a Christian who loved the Lord and lived out his faith through service to others....

Glenn Franklin Bledsoe

Glenn Franklin Bledsoe

Jan 7, 2026

Glenn Franklin Bledsoe, 71, of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday. He was born on December 11, 1954, in Huntsville, Alabama, to the late Elgin and Murlene (Berry) Bledsoe.

Glenn loved music, football, and NASCAR. He was a member of the Twickenham Van Club and had the opportunity to drive on the Talladega Superspeedway—an experience he greatly enjoyed. He retired from...

Bill Graves

Bill Graves

Jan 5, 2026

William Alexander “Bill” Graves, 91, of Meridianville, passed away Monday, January 5, 2026, in Huntsville.

He was a 1953 graduate of Butler High School and a longtime member of Meridianville Cumberland Presbyterian Church, where he served as an elder. Bill worked as an electrician and was known as a jack of all trades. He retired from Wells and Tate Electric in...

Louise Christa

Louise Christa

Jan 5, 2026

Ella Louise Christa (Jolly), 74, of Hazel Green, was born on September 1, 1951, and passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, at her home, surrounded by loved ones.

Ella, though many called her Louise or Lou for short, was preceded in death by her husband, Alvie Joe Christa; her parents, Mary Elizabeth and Lester Sylvester Jolly; her brothers, Lester Ray...

Craig Lanarde Meeks

Craig Lanarde Meeks

Jan 5, 2026

Craig Lanarde Meeks was born on October 28, 1949, in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, to the late Annie Laura Meeks and the late Henry Lewis Meeks. He departed this life to be with our heavenly father on January 5, 2026.

Craig was baptized at an early age at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church and attended Chisholm High School. After high school, he...

Nancy Marie Tortorano-Jones

Nancy Marie Tortorano-Jones

Jan 2, 2026

Nancy Marie Tortorano-Jones passed away at home in Fayetteville, Tenn., Jan. 2, 2026 after a long illness. A beloved homemaker, business partner, child-care specialist and teacher, her greatest joy in life was her family. She was 84.

Born June 24, 1941 in Suffern, N.Y., she spent the majority of her working life caring for and shaping the minds of preschool children...

Joshua Michael Prince

Joshua Michael Prince

Jan 2, 2026

Joshua Michael Prince, 26, of Hazel Green Alabama, passed away on Friday January 2, 2026. Josh was born on September 15, 1999 in Huntsville, Alabama to the late Jennifer Hardiman Prince.

He attended Hazel Green High School and then graduated in 2018 from Warrenton High School in Warrenton, Missouri. Josh worked as an auto mechanic in Huntsville, Alabama.

Josh is survived by...

Edith McCormick

Edith McCormick

Jan 2, 2026

Edith McCormick, 92, of Madison, went to be with the Lord on Friday morning while surrounded by her loving family. She would have celebrated her ninety-third birthday in just a few days. She enjoyed a long and meaningful life characterized by youthful vigor.

She was born in Limestone County to Arthur and Willie Ray Sanderson and grew up in the East...

Wannie Hollman Anderson

Wannie Hollman Anderson

Dec 30, 2025

Wannie Hollman Anderson passed peacefully on December 30, 2025 at the age of 96.

He was born February 18, 1929 to Ernest and Girdie Anderson of Cullman, Alabama.

He was born prior to the Great Depression and by 1939, when WWII started, his family worked at the Arsenal. They resided at Redstone Park, where they actually had power lines and electricity and...

Marina Deparis Hoeppner

Marina Deparis Hoeppner

Dec 27, 2025

Marina Deparis Hoeppner, 77, of Fayetteville, Tennessee, passed away on December 27, 2025.

She was a truly extraordinary woman, whose life was a testament to love, resilience, and unwavering devotion. She was not only a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother but also a mighty pillar of strength and grace to everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

She embraced life with...

Joyce Honea Thompson

Joyce Honea Thompson

Dec 27, 2025

Joyce Honea Thompson, 91, of Meridianville, Alabama, passed away on December 27, 2025. Joyce was born on July 5, 1934, in New Market, Alabama, to the late Essie and Ethia (Wright) Honea.

She was raised on the family farm, where she learned the value of hard work. Joyce attended Walnut Grove School and graduated from New Market High School. She later...

Kevin Eugene Corbin Jr.

Kevin Eugene Corbin Jr.

Dec 26, 2025

Kevin Eugene Corbin, 27, of Hazel Green, Alabama, passed away on December 26, 2025. He was born on January 2, 1998, in Huntsville, Alabama, to Kevin Corbin Sr. and Heather Akins.

Kevin is survived by his mother, Heather (Lamar) Akins; his father, Kevin Corbin Sr. (Beth Mintz); his fiancé, Fayth Binkley; his one-month-old son, Kohan Eugene Corbin; his twin brother, Cody...

Roy Allen Jenkins Sr.

Roy Allen Jenkins Sr.

Dec 24, 2025

Roy Allen Jenkins, Sr., passed away suddenly at the age of 82. He was known as "Rab", "Rabbit", or "Ro-Ro" to many.

He attended school at Buckhorn High School, where he excelled at baseball. He drove a truck for Meadow Gold making home deliveries and he worked at Frito Lay before following his dad and oldest brother, BH, into the carpentry...