Obituaries

Jul 26, 2020

Norman Dale Skrenes, (79), passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2020. He was a thirty-five-year resident of Meridianville and Madison County. Many will remember his dedication to the Hazel Green High School band from 2012 to 2016 while his grandson, River, was a member.

Norm was born in Madison, Wisconsin on September 11th,...

Jul 23, 2020

Lavada Rose Balsam, 90, of Meridianville, passed away peacefully on Thursday afternoon surrounded by loved ones.

Rose's passion and gift in life was styling hair which she did for over 65 years.  She served her patrons at Rose's Beauty Box on Governor's Drive in Huntsville for most of that time alongside her sister,...

Jul 22, 2020

Mr. Jimmy Lee Hargrove, 64, of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away on July 22, 2020.

He enjoyed Alabama football, Nascar, detailing and working on cars, and spending time with his family and his friends.

Mr. Hargrove was preceded in death by his mother, Lucille Boyd;  His brother, Jo David Hargrove: ...

Jul 16, 2020

James Lee DeWeese, 73, of Hazel Green passed away on Thursday.

James was a 1964 graduate of Hazel Green High School, served in Vietnam while in the United States Army, and had retired from the Huntsville Times after 33 years of employment.  He had a passion for hunting, fishing, riding his Harley, Alabama...

Jul 15, 2020

Funeral services for Sarah Ozella Kendrick age 87 of Huntsville will be conducted Tuesday 3PM at Hazel Green Funeral Home with Bro. Steve Mercer officiating and burial will follow in Plainview Cemetery. Mrs. Kendrick passed away Wednesday night at her home. She was a native of Madison County, the daughter of the late Clyde and Lena Mae Patterson, a...

Jul 15, 2020

Bobbie J. Payne Howard, beloved mother, MeeMa, and friend, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday July 15th, 2020, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law in Hazel Green, AL. She grew up in that same community and graduated from Hazel Green High School.

Bobbie married her “one and only...

Jul 14, 2020

Mr. Joe Wesley "Wes" Hyde, 52, of Hazel Green, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2020.

Wes was a 1990 graduate of Auburn University.  After graduation, he began a twenty-three year career in the United States Navy where he served as a Surface Warfare Officer, later retiring with the rank of Commander.  He...

Jul 14, 2020

Graveside public services for Sarah Jo Jenkins age 77 of New Market will be conducted Friday 2 PM at Rice Cemetery in New Market. Mrs. Jenkins passed away Tuesday at Huntsville Hospital. She was a native of New Market and the daughter of the late Earl Woodard and Josephine Fitch Cantrell and was also preceded in death...

Jul 13, 2020

It is with regret that we announce the death of Matthew Kyle Clark age 31 of New Market. He is survived by his mother, Dawn Clark Gentry, his step father, Darrell Gentry, his step grandparents, Paul and Marie Gentry, his aunt and uncle, Alma Jo and Rocky Ford and his aunts, Teresa Clark, Diana (Mike) Byrd, Edie (Greg) Washington...

Jul 13, 2020

Mark Lard, 52, of Hazel Green, formerly of Florence, passed away on Monday morning at his home.

He enjoyed fishing and cooking.

He was preceded in death by his father, John Lard Jr;  His brother, Jonathon Cook.

Surviving family members include his daughters: Kaila Brumlow,...

Jul 11, 2020

Bertie Jean Christmas, 85, of Meridianville, formerly of Columbia, South Carolina, went to be with the Lord on Saturday while surrounded by her loving family.

She was a dedicated Christian who loved the Lord and her church.  She was part of the Bell Road Church of God of Prophecy in Huntsville.  She also...

Jul 9, 2020

James "Jim" Smith Cook, 61, of Fayetteville, Tennessee passed away on Thursday evening at his home.

Jim loved life and had a good heart.  He was always willing to lend a hand to help others.   He loved to have a good time and especially enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Mr....

Jul 8, 2020

Jacob Lee Campbell age 33 of Hazel Green passed away Wednesday as result of an automobile accident.

He is survived by his parents, Greg and Lisa Campbell, one brother, Wilson and Brandi Campbell, one sister, Kathleen and Shawn New, his grandmother, Bonnie Campbell, his aunts and uncles, David Campbell, Tim Campbell, Susie Cantrell (Joey) and Lori Graves...

Jul 8, 2020

Juanita McGee Elders went to be with the Lord on July 8, 2020. She was a faithful member of Bethlehem Baptist Church. Juanita was a resident of Hazel Green, Alabama at the time of her passing.

She was preceded in death by her twin sister Greta Drennen and an infant daughter Anita Elders. She is survived by...

Jul 7, 2020

Patrick James "P.J" Tordt, 20, of Huntsville, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2020.

He was a loyal friend to everyone and a loving brother, son, grandson, uncle, and nephew.

He was preceded in death by his step-brother, Charles "Bubba" Bragg.

Surviving family members include...

Jul 2, 2020

Albert Richard "Red" Jones, 91, of New Market, passed from this life on Thursday, July, 2, 2020.   He was a faithful member of the Church of Christ.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lonnie & Sarah, his brothers, Robert, Carl, and Jim, and his sister, Jewel.

He is survived by his wife, Annie;...

Jul 1, 2020

ALICE HARRIS JONES     11/07/1926- 7/1/2020 Alice Harris Jones, age 93, of Hazel Green, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Wednesday at her home surrounded by family members. Mrs. Jones, a native of Madison County, was raised in New Market and Mint Springs, Alabama. She attended New Market School and Walnut Grove School where she played basketball when the rules dictated...

Jun 27, 2020

Jeffrey Ponzini, 28, of Huntsville, passed away on Saturday.

Jeffrey enjoyed video games and was highly admired in the video-gaming community,  enjoyed working on and driving cars, was in management with Kicking My Habit Vapors, and was a selfless person who went out of his way to help others.  He was a Hazel...

Jun 21, 2020

Graveside services for Mary Jolene Bragg age 53 of New Market will be held Saturday 2pm at Bragg Cemetery with Bro. David Helton officiating. Mrs. Bragg passed away June 23, 2020 at her residence.

She is survived by her husband, Roger Bragg, one son, Braxton Bragg, one step son, Gary Bragg and one step daughter, Dana Bragg,...

Jun 21, 2020

Funeral services for Romer Chambers age 65 of Hazel Green will be conducted Thursday at 2 PM at Hazel Green Funeral Home with Pastor Lon Ostrzycki and Bro. Phillip Eady officiating burial will follow at Charity Cemetery. Mr. Chambers passed away Sunday at Huntsville Hospital.

He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Telesia Flynt Chambers,...