Obituaries

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,...

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...

Feb 17, 2026

George Michael Gardner of Hazel Green, Alabama, passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 90 following a short battle with pneumonia and COVID.

George proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. After his military service, he earned his CDL and spent time driving across the country before beginning a career as a...

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....

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Feb 4, 2026

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,...

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 Swaim. 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...

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,...

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...

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...