Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Hazel Green, AL and surrounding areas

Mattie Vann

Mattie Vann

Apr 20, 2026

Mrs. Mattie Mason Vann, age 88 of New Market, Alabama, passed away on Monday.

Mrs. Vann was a faithful member of Pleasant Oak Free Holiness Church. She was a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed gardening, canning, and caring for her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Aubrey Eugene Vann; and son-in-law, David Norris.

She is survived by her children,...

Timothy Joseph Gipson

Timothy Joseph Gipson

Apr 21, 2026

It is with regret that we announce the passing of Mr. Timothy Joseph Gipson on Tuesday. He was 47.

In accordance with Mr. Gipson's and the family's wishes there will be no services.

Please consider donating below to help the family with necessary funeral expenses.

Hazel Green Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.

Numan Hollis Bates

Numan Hollis Bates

Apr 20, 2026

Numan Hollis "Sonny" Bates passed away peacefully in Tullahoma, Tennessee on his 91st birthday. He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, having served during the Korean War. Sonny was a proud Marine who loved his country. He enjoyed gospel singing and faithfully attending church. In recent years, he made his home in Tullahoma, Tennessee, where he...

Nadine Lawson

Nadine Lawson

Apr 19, 2026

Miss Nadine C. Lawson of Hazel Green, Alabama passed away on Sunday. She was ninety-two.

Nadine loved to be outside, whether it was gardening, mowing the lawn, or picking blueberries. She also enjoyed word search puzzles, cooking, and traveling. She was a graduate of Ambrose School in Ambrose, Georgia. Miss Lawson was a Christian and a member of First Baptist Church...

Glen Eugene Julien

Glen Eugene Julien

Apr 19, 2026

Glen Eugene Julien, 96, of Hazel Green, Alabama, was born on April 11, 1930, in Minnesota and passed away on April 19, 2026.

Glen married the love of his life, Sharon Hodgman Julien, in 1955. Together they shared 70 years of marriage, a lifetime built on devotion, partnership, and unwavering commitment to one another.

He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Ralph McClain Anderson

Ralph McClain Anderson

Apr 19, 2026

Mr. Ralph McClain Anderson of Hazel Green, Alabama, passed away Sunday. He was 66.

Ralph was deeply devoted to his family. He was a true country man who loved to fish and collect guns. You could always find him wearing his favorite overalls. He was baptized at Bethlehem Baptist Church. Most of all, Mr. Anderson will be remembered for his generous...

Gary E. Wilbourn

Gary E. Wilbourn

Apr 13, 2026

Gary “Loverboy” Wilbourn, 58, of New Market, passed away on Monday.

Gary had a lifelong love for music, beginning in his younger years as a DJ and playing in air bands as a teenager at Carousel Skate Rink. His favorite band was Loverboy, and that passion for music stayed with him throughout his life. He was a devoted and hardworking family...

Billy Ray Sexton

Billy Ray Sexton

Apr 13, 2026

Billy Ray Sexton of Meridianville, Alabama passed away on Monday at the age of 61.

He was a hardworking man with a big heart who loved spending his time fishing. Billy dedicated 25 years of service in his employment at Walmart where he brought joy to many in his role as Santa Claus during the Christmas season. He also served as...

Charles E. Atchley

Charles E. Atchley

Apr 9, 2026

Mr. Charles E. Atchley of Hazel Green, Alabama went to be with the Lord on Thursday morning while surrounded by his loving family. He was 83.

Mr. Atchley was one of six boys born to J.P. and Gladys Atchley, and from an early age he learned the value of hard work while helping raise a family on the farm. He later...

Brian Keith Passon

Brian Keith Passon

Apr 7, 2026

Brian Keith Passon, 52, of Hazel Green, Alabama, passed away on April 7, 2026, in Huntsville, Alabama, surrounded by his loving family. Brian will be remembered for his service to the Hazel Green Volunteer Fire Department where he earned several Star of Life awards. After leaving the fire department, Brian devoted his time to providing for his family - which...

Phillip Dewayne Story

Phillip Dewayne Story

Apr 6, 2026

Mr. Phillip Dewayne Story of Ardmore, Alabama passed away on Monday evening. He was 64.

A native of Huntsville, he attended Stone Middle School and Butler High School. He was a kind, gentle, and outgoing man with a great sense of humor.

A faithful member of Pathway Free Holiness Church, he held a deep faith that carried him through life’s challenges and...

Freddie Ray Hicks

Freddie Ray Hicks

Apr 4, 2026

Mr. Freddie Ray Hicks of Hazel Green passed away on Saturday evening while surrounded by his loving family. He was 69.

He never met a stranger and was always willing to help others. He could fix just about anything and enjoyed camping. He loved his family deeply, especially his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, J.D. Hicks; his brother,...

Gary Randall Kambhampati

Gary Randall Kambhampati

Apr 3, 2026

Gary Randall Kambhampati of Hazel Green, Alabama passed away on Friday. He was 43.

Randy spent his early years living in California, Florida, Alabama, and Utah. He proudly served his country in the United States Army for 23 years as an Ammunition Supply Specialist. During his military career, he was deployed to Iraq and served there for 12 months. He took...

Anthony Wynn "Tony" Sanders

Anthony Wynn "Tony" Sanders

Apr 3, 2026



Mr. Anthony Wynn "Tony" Sanders of Ardmore, Alabama passed away on Friday while surrounded by his loving family. He was 70. Mr. Sanders was a Christian and had been part of Shady Grove Methodist Church for his entire life. He faithfully served his church and community as caretaker of Shady Grove Cemetery for 30 years.

Tony was a passionate University of...

Isaac Ward

Isaac Ward

Apr 2, 2026

Isaac Ward was born in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, to Isaac Ward Sr. and Alberta Ward. He was baptized at an early age and attended high school at Howard D. Woodson High School, graduating in June 1990. He later continued his education at Mitchell College, where he also played basketball.

While visiting home for his birthday, Isaac’s life changed after suffering...

Carolyn Ann Neeley

Carolyn Ann Neeley

Mar 31, 2026

Carolyn Ann Neeley of Toney, Alabama passed away on March 31, 2026. Mrs. Neeley was a loving, caring, giving mother, sister, wife, and friend.

Mrs. Neeley is survived by her daughter, Pamela Hawkins; her sons, Harold "Snake" Neeley Jr (Monica) and Joshua Neeley (Amber); her step-son, John Neeley; her sister, Laura Nicholas; her two dogs, baby girl and diva; She is...

Frank M. Hunter

Frank M. Hunter

Mar 29, 2026

Mr. Frank M. Hunter Jr of Fayetteville, Tennessee, formerly of Meridianville, Alabama passed away on Sunday morning. He was 71. He grew up and spent his life in the Meridianville community. He loved his family and looked forward to family reunions and enjoyed Chevrolet trucks and Buick cars.

Mr. Hunter was preceded in death by his parents, Frank M. Hunter Sr...

Robert Earl Brady

Robert Earl Brady

Mar 26, 2026

Mr. Earl Brady of Hazel Green passed away on Thursday evening while surrounded by his loved ones. He was 87. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, hard work, and devotion to his family. A man of integrity and strong character, Earl was a God-fearing Christian and a longtime member of Bevill’s Chapel Baptist Church. He loved his family deeply...

Gus Baugh Jr.

Gus Baugh Jr.

Mar 26, 2026

Gus Baugh Jr., 79, of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away on March 26, 2026. He was born on May 31, 1946.

Gus was known for his meticulous nature—perhaps to the extreme for some—and took great pride in keeping things in perfect order. He loved reading books and staying informed on current events. He was especially fond of his pickup trucks, keeping them...

Kim Norton

Kim Norton

Mar 26, 2026

Kim Norton of Hazel Green, Alabama, went to be with the Lord on Thursday morning while surrounded by her loving family. She was 85 and was a faithful follower of Jesus and a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church.

Kim was actively involved in serving the Lord and those around her. She participated in the widows ministry, Sunday School, children’s choir, and...