Obituaries

Nov 13, 2024

Mr. Ricky Layne Towry passed away on Wednesday.   He was 63.  He was born and raised in Lincoln County, Tennessee and later lived in the Hazel Green community.

He was a passionate University of Tennessee sports fan and loved his children.

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

Nov 13, 2024

Bobby Eugene Berryhill peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 13, 2024 at the age of 81 while surrounded by his wife and loving family.

Bobby was born on July 16, 1943 at his humble home to his parents, Earnest & Alma Berryhill.  Bobby’s childhood was spent...

Nov 11, 2024

Willa Ray Luna ,  84 , of Hazel Green , Alabama  passed away November 11, 2024  at Madison Hospital  Madison, Alabama . She was born on November 6, 1940  in Lincoln, Tennessee  to the late Richard  and Rosie  (Taylor ) Warren .

Willa was a long time member of  Charity Baptist Church. She was always extremely proud...

Nov 10, 2024

Ezra Smotherman of Flintville, Tennessee passed away at his home.  He was 69 and grew up in Hazel Green and attended Hazel Green School.   He loved his family and had many friends.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Paul Earl Smotherman;  His mother, Evelyn Louise Smotherman; His brother, Bob Smotherman; His...

Nov 9, 2024

Teresa Marie Rivard, 59, of Owens Cross Roads passed away on Saturday at her residence.  Teresa was a native of California and a resident of Madison County for 26 years.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Yvonne Rivard, by her brother, Stephen Rivard, and by her nephew, Michael Williams.

Nov 8, 2024

Mr. Jordan Ross Lambert of Fayetteville, Tennessee passed away on Friday.   He was 39.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 3pm in the chapel of Hazel Green Funeral Home. Hazel Green Funeral Home is honored to serve the family and will publish a complete obituary...

Nov 6, 2024

Mary Ellen Cunningham Kirkpatrick, age 95, of Athens, Alabama and formerly of Huntsville, passed away on November 6, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Jessie Cunningham; brother, David Cunningham; and sisters Louise Cunningham and Dorothy Meeker.

She is survived by her daughters, Georgia Kirkpatrick Joyner (Juan) of Huntsville, and Muriel...

Nov 4, 2024

Shelby Douglas Watson ,  78 , of Hazel Green , Alabama  passed away November 4, 2024  at Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital  Tullahoma , Tennessee . He was born on May 15, 1946  in Huntland , Tennessee  to the late Ralph  and Jessie  (Cagle ) Watson .

Shelby loved a variety of activities including fishing, hunting, horseshoes, dominos and  ...

Nov 4, 2024

Sara Christine Franklin, 85, of New Market , Alabama  passed away November 4, 2024  at Donalson Care Center  Fayetteville , Tennessee . She was born on June 17, 1939  in Hazel Green Alabama.

Sara was known for her warm spirit and love for life. She never met a stranger and loved conversation with anyone who encountered her.  ...

Nov 3, 2024

Crystal Viola Tracy, 37, of Hazel Green, Alabama  passed away November 3, 2024  at 420 Manley Road  Hazel Green , Alabama . She was born on May 12, 1987  in Huntsville, Alabama  to Danny  and Joanna  (Lanier ) Pruitt .

Crystal  is survived by husband Marcus Tracy, four children Abby Pruitt, Devion Pruitt, Hunter Worthey, and Sarah...

Nov 1, 2024

Deanna Beth King of Elkmont, Alabama passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024 in Decatur at a local hospital.  She was 59.

She was born in Tennessee on Aug 19 1965 and is survived by her boyfriend David Smith and their two granddaughters, Kinslee Orgeron and Hasley Smith along many other family members...

Oct 31, 2024

Margaret "Peggy" Elizabeth Funke Cranston of Huntsville, Alabama went to be with her Lord on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Peggy was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who shared her unwavering faith, compassion, and joy with everyone she encountered. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Retired Col. Robert “Bob” Dean Funke and Teresa...

Oct 31, 2024

Grady Daniel, the only child of the late Ernest “Joe” and Zelma Daniel  departed this earth to join his deceased ancestors and beloved wife, Pat Allen Daniel on October 31, 2024 at the age of 85.

Children left to mourn his passing are Roger (Cathy Slayton) Daniel, Robin  (Bill) Shelton, Connie (Allen) Kirkland,...

Oct 30, 2024

Robert Burton Hilderbrand Jr. New Market, AL passed away in his home on 10-30-2024.

Robert was preceded in death by:  Robert Hilderbrand Sr., Father; Myrtle (Hillis) Wildermuth, Mother; Merlyn Wildermuth, Step father; Raymond and Amy Wildermuth, Brother and sister in law;  Alex Lee Nephew; and  Joe Stiles who was like a father to Robert.

Surviving:  ...

Oct 28, 2024

Melissa Donnelly, 62, of Hazel Green, Alabama, passed away on October 28, 2024. She was born on July 13, 1962, in Huntsville, Alabama, to the late Eddie M. and Maggie (Boyett) Siddon.

Melissa is survived by her husband, Ralph Donnelly; her daughter, Jessica Gaines, and son-in-law, Grant Gaines; her daughter, Shannon Godfrey; her step-sons, Ralph Donnelly Jr....

Oct 27, 2024

Jenifer(with one n or Jeni to some) L. Soto, aged 64, passed away peacefully because of a much used, loving heart on October 27th 2024 in Huntsville, Alabama. She was born on October 6th 1958, in Chicago, Illinois, to Richard Ecklund and Ruth Baker. She married the love of her life Francisco Soto on September 20th 1980. She couldn't...

Oct 26, 2024

Kimberly Hillin of Huntsville passed away on Saturday at a local hospital. Hazel Green Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with final arrangements. No services are planned at this time.

Oct 24, 2024

Thomas Clark Beaty, 87, of Meridianville, Alabama, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2024, at his home, with his beloved wife by his side. Born on August 30, 1937, in Edinburg, Illinois, he was the son of the late Walter Beaty and Lucille (Beaty) Mitchellson.

Tom had a distinguished career with Chrysler Corporation. He transferred from Kokomo,...

Oct 24, 2024

Mary Jane "Janie" Buck of Hazel Green passed away on Thursday morning while surrounded by her loving family.  She was 75.

Janie was a long-time employee of Winn Dixie Stores before her retirement.  She was a gifted crafter, loved Christmas, and enjoyed decorating her home in primitive country decorations.

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Oct 22, 2024

Mr. Ronald Malcolm "Fats" Rogers of Hazel Green passed away on Tuesday while surrounded by his loving family.  He was 77.

Ronald graduated from Hazel Green High School in 1966 and was then drafted by the U.S. Army where he served two years before being honorably discharged in 1968. After returning home, he...