Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Hazel Green, AL and surrounding areas
Andrew Shawn Parris
Feb 6, 2026
Andrew “Drew” Shawn Parris, born June 17, 2002, in Huntsville, 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...
Bettie Jean Whaley
Jan 28, 2026
Bettie Jean Whaley of Hazel Green passed away on Wednesday. She was 81.
Mrs. Whaley was a Christian of the Baptist faith and deeply loved her family. Her greatest joy was found in her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, as well as in her close bond with her brothers and sister.
She was preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years,...
Evelyn Diana Watson
Jan 26, 2026
Evelyn Diana Daughtry Swain Cobble Watson, age 72, of Hazel Green, Alabama, passed away on January 26, 2026. Diana was born on August 8,1953, to the late James and Erma (Daughtry) Jones. She courageously battled COPD for 21 years.
Diana was a very creative as well as an entrepreneur by making and selling candles. She was an artist who loved to...
Ricky Dale Beshears
Jan 24, 2026
Ricky Beshears, 68, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 24, 2026 after a valiant battle with cancer. In spite of the sleet and snow, he was surrounded by friends and family during his final hours. Mr. Beshears had proudly served in the United States Marines.
Ricky was a hard worker who took great pride in providing for his family,...
Jessica Lynn Richardson
Jan 23, 2026
Jessica Lynn Richardson, age 31, of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away on January 23, 2026.
Jessica was born on December 26, 1994, in Huntsville, Alabama, to Calvin and Tina (Morrison) Richardson. She was a graduate of Buckhorn High School, Class of 2015.
Jessica had a light that filled every room she entered. Everyone who met her loved her, and there was never a...
Erica Nicole Myers
Jan 22, 2026
Erica Nicole Myers of New Market, Alabama passed away on Thursday. She was 42.
Erica loved spending time with her family, especially her children and grandchildren. Nearly every weekend she would call and ask for the kids to come over, wanting nothing more than to be together. She was proud to be a grandmother and cherished that role deeply.
She was known...
Clayton Dean Berry
Jan 21, 2026
Clayton (CD) Dean Berry , 83, of Hazel Green, Alabama passed away on January 21, 2026 at Hazel Green, Alabama. He was born on November 16, 1942 in Kansas to John and Alice Berry. CD enjoyed watching racing and watching Alabama football. He also proudly served 28 years in the Navy.
CD is survived by his loving wife of almost 22...
Joshua Caleb Lyons
Jan 21, 2026
Joshua Caleb Lyons of Madison, Alabama passed away Wednesday, January 21, at the age of 48.
Josh was born in Florida, raised in Alaska, then settled in Alabama about 20 years ago. Already established as the world’s greatest uncle, in 2012 he welcomed Connor Mack into the world and became hands down the world’s greatest dad. Connor was his life, love...
Coraline Smith Hodges
Jan 21, 2026
Coraline Smith Hodges, age 90, of Toney, Alabama, passed away on January 21, 2026.
She was born on November 20, 1935, in Guntersville, Alabama, to the late Charles and Ida (Harriad) Dake.
Coraline is survived by her children, Junior Pugh, Ruby Bridgeman, Billy Pugh, Ida Marbrey, and Jerry Pugh; her sister, Marie Riddle; numerous grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and extended family members and...
Linda Gibson
Jan 19, 2026
Linda Hillman Gibson was born in Neely, MS. She was a long time resident of Selma, AL & had recently moved to Hazel Green, AL to be closer to her family.
She is proceeded in death by her loving husband of 59 years, James Gibson. 3 sisters, Barbara Byrd, Doris Byrd, & Carolyn Buchanan. She is survived by her daughter, Shea...
Larry Russell Hamilton
Jan 18, 2026
Larry Russell Hamilton, born July 29, 1947, passed away on January 18, 2026.
He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother.
Larry is survived by his wife, Un Cha Hamilton; his children Connie Edwards and Robbie Hamilton (daughter-in-law Mary Yvonne Hamilton); his grandchildren Hunter Allen Hamilton, Jacob Logan Edwards, and Ivy Jane Hamilton; his brother Donald; and his nephew Dwayne...
Jewel Christine Gipson
Jan 17, 2026
In this life, Jewel Christine Worley Gipson, at the age of 90, chose her moment and took her leave, reminding us all that even in the end, she was still very much in charge.
In her later years, she was best known for her lively, fighting spirit- an attribute that both endeared her to and occasionally tested the patience of the...
Patricia Gail Hollingsworth
Jan 17, 2026
Mrs. Patricia Gail Smith Hollingsworth of Toney, a lifelong resident of the Huntsville area, went to be with the Lord on Saturday while surrounded by her loving family. She was 79. She was a graduate of Huntsville’s Butler High School and earned an associate degree.
Pat was a faithful follower of Christ, a member of Woodland Hill Baptist Church, and served...
Don Williams
Jan 15, 2026
Wally Don Williams of Fayetteville, Tennessee, passed away on Thursday. He was 77 and had retired from Walmart in Fayetteville after many years.
He was a people person with a kind heart and will be remembered as a gentle soul. He was a Christian who cherished his church family at Grace Falls Church. He also deeply loved his family and enjoyed...
Deborah Jean Bogema
Jan 13, 2026
Deborah Jean Bogema, of Meridianville, Alabama, passed away on January 13, 2026.
She was a devoted wife for 50 years to her husband, James Bogema, and a wife, mother, and grandmother whose family was the center of her life. She was the proud mother of her daughter, Jennifer Lynn Bogema, and her son, Lee Garrett Bogema, and grandmother to her grandson,...
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
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
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
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
Jan 9, 2026
Our beloved Donald Terry Northam, 64, of Meridianville, Alabama, passed away on January 10, 2026 at Huntsville Hospital.
Terry was born on September 4, 1961, in Garden City, Michigan. He was known for his steady nature, kind heart, and deep love for his family. Terry lived life with quiet strength and valued loyalty, hard work, and always being there for the...
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