Obituaries
Obituaries
Obituaries for Hazel Green, AL and surrounding areas
Denny Kocher
May 29, 2026
Dennis "Denny" DeVere Kocher, 86, of Warrenton, Missouri, formerly of Brockway, PA and Hazel Green, AL, passed away peacefully at his home on May 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on May 25, 1940, in DuBois, Pennsylvania, Denny was the son of D. DeVere Kocher and Mary Delores (Sattie) Presto Kocher, both of whom preceded him in...
Jeffery Shane Stacey
May 29, 2026
We regret to announce the passing of Mr. Shane Stacey. Shane was born September 8, 1974 and passed away on May 29, 2026. There are no services planned at this time.
Hazel Green Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Deborah Lynne Madaris
May 27, 2026
Deborah Lynne Madaris of Meridianville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday morning. She was 71. Ms. Madaris had proud served in the United States Army, the Army Reserves, and had retired from civil service after many years of service. The family is planning a private celebration of her life in the future. Hazel Green Funeral Home is honored to serve.
Doris Fay Hooper
May 27, 2026
Doris Fay Hooper passed away on May 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She will be remembered for her love of spending time with her family and her love of cooking. Doris loved to go outside and sit next to the flowers she had planted. She also loved to feed and watch the hummingbirds that came to her house....
Janie Knowles
May 26, 2026
Ida Jane Keel Knowles of Hazel Green went to be with the Lord on May 26, 2026, after a short illness. She was known as "Ninnie" by her grandchildren. She will be deeply missed.
She was born Ida Jane Keel on March 5, 1929, in New Hope, Alabama. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Knowles; her father, Oran...
Oscar Lee Ferguson II
May 25, 2026
Oscar Lee Ferguson II passed away on May 25, 2026. He was born on August 26, 1949 in Gadsden, Alabama. Oscar loved detailing cars, his family, and sports. He owned a car detailing shop for 34 years and had a passion for it. Once he started on a car he wouldn't stop until he got it finished. He was very...
Jean Skipper McKinnon
May 25, 2026
Today we gather to celebrate the beautiful life of Jean Elizabeth Skipper McKinnon — a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, faithful friend, and a woman whose gentle spirit touched so many lives.
Jean lived her life with grace, kindness, and a heart full of love. For 62 wonderful years, she shared a deep and enduring love with her husband, Nickey...
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
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
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
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
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...
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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