Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Hazel Green, AL and surrounding areas

Maxine Harvell Elliott

Maxine Harvell Elliott

May 16, 2026

Maxine Harvell Elliott passed away on Saturday. She was 72 and was a resident of Hanceville, Alabama. In accordance with her wishes, the family has planned a private memorial.

Jeanne Irene Preslar

Jeanne Irene Preslar

May 19, 2026

Jeanne Irene Preslar, 79, of Fayetteville, Tennessee, formerly of Bremerton, Washington, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Born on June 3, 1946, in New York City, New York, Jeanne lived a life centered on faith, family, love, and service to others.

A part of Harmony Hill Church of God in Fayetteville, Jeanne loved the Lord deeply...

Deloris Annette Payne

Deloris Annette Payne

May 18, 2026

Ms. Deloris Annette Payne “Momma Dee,” of Belfast, Tennessee, entered into rest on May 18, 2026.

Deloris was born on January 21, 1941, to the late Richard and Icie Moore. She retired from Cosmolab after 27 years. She was an avid reader and enjoyed crossword puzzles. She could often be found in her favorite chair watching the hummingbirds on her feeder....

Kathy Lynn Crabtree

Kathy Lynn Crabtree

May 18, 2026

Kathy Lynn Crabtree passed away on May 18, 2026 in Huntsville, AL. She was born on December 8, 1954 in Charleston, SC to her late parents Adaline G. (Wade) Walrath and Eugene P. Walrath. Kathy will be remebered for her love of Alabama football, NASCAR, westerns, and was an avid reader.

Kathy is survived by her daughters, Melissa (Bill) Bates and...

Earlene Murray Barnes

Earlene Murray Barnes

May 17, 2026

Earlene Murray Barnes passed away on May 17, 2026, in Kennesaw, Georgia. She was born on July 31, 1939, in Gadsden, Alabama, to her parents, Early and Elsie Murray.

She will be remembered for her love of animals, “piddling,” Nick Saban, and her fierce independence. She could make absolutely anything grow and made the best chicken and dumplings on the planet....

Jo Carol Daniel

Jo Carol Daniel

May 17, 2026

Jo Carol Daniel passed away on May 17, 2026 in Ardmore, Tennessee. She was born August 18, 1944 in St. Louis, Missouri to her late parents Frank Brizendine and Ruth Anderson. She loved to sew, bake, crossword puzzles, and Dunkin Donuts. Her two favorite tv shows were I Love Lucy and The Andy Griffith Show. She loved to watch Auburn...

Richard Wiser

Richard Wiser

May 15, 2026

Richard Wiser, age 83, of Fayetteville, passed away at his home in Parks City Friday, May 15, 2026. He was born April 24, 1943 in Giles County, Tennessee. He devoted a large part of his life to Christian work. He was noted for his beautiful voice.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Lynn Martin Wiser; two daughters, Mandy...

David Anderson Erwin

David Anderson Erwin

May 14, 2026

David Anderson Erwin, 85, of New Market, Alabama passed away May 14, 2026 in Huntsville, Alabama. He was born on March 21, 1941 in New Market, Alabama. He loved to fish, being out in the garden, and working on cars. He was a jack of all trades and had jobs as a farmer, bus driver, and mechanic. He was a...

Gerald Bruce Rosenkrans

Gerald Bruce Rosenkrans

May 9, 2026

Gerald “Gerry” Bruce Rosenkrans, 81, of New Market, AL, passed away peacefully on May 9th 2026, leaving behind a legacy of devotion, service, and quiet strength. Born on April 27, 1945, Gerald lived a life marked by commitment; to his country, his family, and the simple joys that brought him happiness.

Gerald proudly served in both the United States Navy and...

Oneita Marlene Bowlen

Oneita Marlene Bowlen

May 8, 2026

Oneita Marlene Bowlen, 88, of New Market, Alabama, formerly of New Palestine, Indiana, went home to be with our Lord on Friday, May 8, 2026.

Born on August 3, 1937, in Greene County, Indiana, Oneita was the daughter of Gerald Dexter Stephen and Zoethel Mae Quimby Stephen. She was a faithful member of New Palestine Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and...

Elizabeth Ann Rogers

Elizabeth Ann Rogers

May 7, 2026

Elizabeth Ann Sharp Rogers, 82, of Hazel Green, has finished her journey here on earth and is now resting peacefully with the Lord. As of May 7, 2026 she is no longer suffering and is surrounded by His love. She was born on September 25, 1943, and lived a life marked by kindness, resilience, and a deep love for her...

Dorothy Hopper Wilburn

Dorothy Hopper Wilburn

May 7, 2026

Dorothy Hopper Wilburn, age 78, passed away peacefully at her home on May 7, 2026.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Wayne Wilburn; her parents, James and Margaret Inez Hopper; and her sisters, Sue Hopper Hill and Ann Hopper.

She is survived by her loving children, Dorann Wilburn Tanner (Alan), Latesa Wilburn Pinkerton (Gary) and Mark Wilburn (Christy); grandchildren...

Debra Baswell Manley

Debra Baswell Manley

May 7, 2026

Debra Baswell Manley, 68, of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026.

Debra was born on July 9, 1957, in Huntsville, Alabama, to Jake Miller and Hattie Stewart Miller Davenport. She was a graduate of Butler High School and was of the Baptist faith. Debra was a devoted mother and grandmother whose family meant everything to her. She especially...

Danny Herbert Childers

Danny Herbert Childers

May 7, 2026

Danny Herbert Childers, 71, of Meridianville, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, May 7, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He loved the Lord and accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior.

Danny was a lifelong Alabama football fan. Above all else, he was a family man. He faced his illness with quiet courage and chose to spend his final...

Tonia Kay Moore

Tonia Kay Moore

May 6, 2026

Ms. Tonia Kay Moore, 55, of Somerville, Alabama, passed away Wednesday.

Tonia was a true people person. She was a caring, loving, and faithful member of her family and loved them all deeply, especially her grandbabies. She loved to sing and dance, and she was a huge Alabama fan — ROLL TIDE! Tonia had a special personality and lit up any...

Ruth Alice Ellwein Alling

Ruth Alice Ellwein Alling

May 3, 2026

Ruth Alice Alling passed away peacefully on the evening of May 3, 2026.

Ruth Ellwein was born in Otter Creek, North Dakota, April 28th, 1935. She grew up in Sidney, Montana, where she met the love of her life, Merrill Alling, during their senior year of high school. Their bond became a lifelong partnership filled with love, creativity, and shared purpose.

The...

Tony Darnell Wilson

Tony Darnell Wilson

May 3, 2026

Tony Darnell Wilson was born on January 1, 1956 in Woodbury, TN with a silver spoon, as he was the first child born during the New Year. He passed away in his sleep on May 3, 2026 in Elora, TN. Tony was a kind soul who would literally give someone his last dollar or the shirt off his back.

He loved...

Joseph Lee Lowe Jr

Joseph Lee Lowe Jr

May 3, 2026



Mr. Joseph Lee Lowe Jr. of New Market, age 48, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026.

Joseph was born on July 29, 1977. He grew up in Schaumburg, Illinois and later moved to Paris, Tennessee as a teenager. He enjoyed spending time with his family and loved his cats and dogs.

He is survived by his wife, Natalie Lowe; his children,...

Darrell Wayne Bell

Darrell Wayne Bell

May 3, 2026



Darrell Wayne Bell, of Toney, Alabama, passed into eternal life on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the age of 56. He was born on May 22, 1969, in Huntsville, Alabama, and was a 1987 graduate of J.O. Johnson High School.

Darrell married the love of his life, Stephanie, on April 10, 1993, and they were nearly inseparable from that day forward....

Jennifer Lim

Jennifer Lim

May 3, 2026

Ms. Jennifer Lorene Lim, of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away Sunday. She was 35.

Jennifer was an adventurous person who lived in the spur of the moment. She loved concerts, her dogs, and getting her nails and hair done. She was a hard worker, which was evident in her work in the garden and in taking care of her children. Jennifer never...