Obituaries

Mar 16, 2024

Bobby Wayne Smith of Hazel Green passed away on March 16.  He was 84. Mr. Smith was a life-long resident of Hazel Green.  He served in the United States Air Force and had retired from Boeing.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Molly Smith, and by his parents, Ollie Turner Smith...

Mar 11, 2024

William Michael Swearengin, born on November 13, 1972, in Madison County Alabama, passed away on March 11, 2024.

He was the son of the late Billy Ralph and Peggy Lane Swearengin.

William, known to friends and family as a jack of all trades but master of none, had a passion for mud riding, fishing, and...

Mar 10, 2024

Ps. 118:23. This is the LORD’s doing; it is marvelous in our eyes.

On Sunday evening, March 10, 2024, Sharon Kay Johnson Crowder, of Huntsville AL, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior, which is “marvelous in our eyes.”

Sharon was born on March 9, 1942, to Leslie and Lois Johnson of Caldwell, Idaho.  ...

Mar 10, 2024

Phillip McCown of Fayetteville, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday.  He was 90.  He was a longtime Christian and member of the Wells Hill Church of Christ.

Mr. McCown served in the United States Army and then graduated from Lipscomb University.  He had retired from Fayetteville Public Utilities after 50 years of service in various roles including Finance...

Mar 9, 2024

Kellie Alvis Stewart of Shelbyville, Tennessee passed away on Saturday.  She was 53.  Kellie grew up in Nashville and graduated from Smyrna High School and then worked in office administration where she was gifted with working with computers.  She was a Christian and was faithfully involved in serving the Lord through her church and enjoyed working in...

Mar 9, 2024

James "Hoot" Gibson was born in Gilbertown, AL.  He was a long-time resident of Selma, AL, and recently moved to Hazel Green,  AL.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Linda Gibson.  Daughter,  Shea McNelley(Jerry).  3 Grandchildren, Lexie Gibson,  Jonah McNelley,  & Zach McNelley.  Great-granddaughter, A'ariyah Stewart.  Sister, Janice Dixon(Jim).  Many special nephews, nieces, cousins,...

Mar 9, 2024

Mr. AC Oliver of New Market passed away on Saturday.  He was 78.

He was preceded in death by three brothers and five sisters.

Surviving family members include his son and daughter-in-law, Alton & Brandi Oliver;  His daughter, Charlotte Gonzales;  His grandson, Aaron Green;  He is also survived by...

Mar 9, 2024

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” ~ 2 Timothy‬ ‭4:7‬ ‭

On Saturday morning, March 9, 2024, Mary Ann Hill Calhoun Helbert of Meridianville, finished her race. Ann, as she was known by those who loved her was born on August 24, 1934...

Mar 7, 2024

William Robert Bentley, known to all who loved him as “Dr. Bob”, went to heaven March 7, 2024.

He was born in Huntsville, Alabama on October 29, 1932 to George and Rebekah Hill Bentley and lived in his beloved “Five Points” until high school, when he moved to Hazel Green, Alabama. He attended...

Mar 6, 2024

Mr. Joe Stiles Jr of New Market passed away on Wednesday.  He was 81.

He was a life-long resident of Madison County having grown up in the "Hump" community of New Market.  He attended Walnut Grove School before graduating from Buckhorn High School in 1960.  Joe had retired from the Marshall Space Flight Center with over 42...

Mar 4, 2024

Barbara Gulley Sizemore, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on March 4, 2024, at 69. She was born on November 6, 1954, to Robert Edward and Mildred Smith Gulley.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Edward and Mildred Smith Gulley, and her loving husband, Keith Herbert Sizemore. Barbara is survived by her children,...

Mar 3, 2024

Billy Joe Aldridge, of the Hazel Green community, passed away suddenly on March 3, 2024.

He was the son of the late Andrew and Thelma Riddle Aldridge. Born August 8, 1969, he was raised in the New Market area.

Billy Aldridge is preceded in death by his loving parents, as well as two nieces Shannon...

Mar 3, 2024

Our beloved father, Ray Mitchell, passed away in his home on March 3, 2024, at the age of 83.

He lived his life in Madison County, Alabama, and enjoyed family, friends, hunting, and University of Alabama football. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Mildred Stewart Mitchell, and his wife, Mary Eleanor Reed Mitchell....

Mar 3, 2024

Roy Porter Green of Toney passed away on Sunday while surrounded by his loving family.  He was 87.  He was fondly referred to as "Rosin" by his grandson, Ricky, which was a nickname he had been given as a child.  His grandchildren and great-grandchildren also lovingly referred to him as "Pawpaw".

Mr. Green...

Mar 3, 2024

Darlene Slusher of Madison, Alabama passed away on Sunday.  She was 67.  Before retirement, she worked as an accounts payable/receivable clerk for a number of years and enjoyed her job.

Darlene was a devout Christian and she dearly loved her family.   Her world revolved around the loved ones in her life.  She will be remembered as an...

Mar 3, 2024

Mr. JB Walker John Harris, 59, of Hazel Green, passed away on Sunday.   The family is planning to announce funeral arrangements soon. Please consider making a memorial contribution below to help the family with funeral expenses. Contributions may also be made by calling the funeral home at 256-828-0035 or in person at the funeral home office.

Mar 2, 2024

Mary Kate Smith, beloved wife, daughter, friend, and Esquire, accomplished professional, passed away on March 2, 2024, at 71. She was born to her loving parents, Ralph and Virginia Waller, on November 28, 1952, in Memphis, Tennessee.

Mary Kate was an academician in every respect.  Her journey began in Memphis, where she grew up surrounded by the...

Feb 28, 2024

Homer Walker, age 84, of Hazel Green passed away on February 28, 2024.

To many, he was known as the tomato man of the Cook St. Madison County Farmers Market.

He was born June 15, 1939, to William and Altie Walker with whom he is preceded in death.  He is also preceded in death by...

Feb 28, 2024

Joseph "Pat" Hall Jr. of Huntsville went to be with the Lord on Wednesday morning while surrounded by his loving family.  He was 68.  He was a Christian and worshipped at the Gurley Church of God.  He loved people, especially children, and was always working to serve others - putting them before himself.  He dearly loved his...

Feb 25, 2024

Mr. Sherman Cottrell of Huntsville, Alabama went to be with the Lord on Sunday while surrounded by his loved ones.   He was 95. Mr. Cottrell was a faithful Christian and had been a member of several churches in the Huntsville area including West Huntsville Baptist Church, Southside Baptist Church, and Woodland Hill Baptist Church.

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