Obituaries

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...

Jan 21, 2026

Clayton (CD) Dean Berry , 83, of Hazel Green, Alabama passed away on January 21, 2026 at Hazel Green, Alabama. He was born on November 16, 1942 in Kansas to John and Alice Berry. CD enjoyed watching racing and watching Alabama football. He also proudly served 28 years in the Navy.

CD is survived by his loving wife of almost 22...

Jan 21, 2026

Joshua Caleb Lyons of Madison, Alabama passed away Wednesday, January 21, at the age of 48. 

Josh was born in Florida, raised in Alaska, then settled in Alabama about 20 years ago. Already established as the world’s greatest uncle, in 2012 he welcomed Connor Mack into the world and became hands down the world’s greatest dad. Connor was his life, love...

Jan 21, 2026

Coraline Smith Hodges, age 90, of Toney, Alabama, passed away on January 21, 2026.

She was born on November 20, 1935, in Guntersville, Alabama, to the late Charles and Ida (Harriad) Dake.

Coraline is survived by her children, Junior Pugh, Ruby Bridgeman, Billy Pugh, Ida Marbrey, and Jerry Pugh; her sister, Marie Riddle; numerous grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and extended family members and...

Jan 19, 2026

Linda Hillman Gibson was born in Neely, MS. She was a long time resident of Selma, AL & had recently moved to Hazel Green, AL to be closer to her family.

She is proceeded in death by her loving husband of 59 years, James Gibson. 3 sisters, Barbara Byrd, Doris Byrd, & Carolyn Buchanan. She is survived by her daughter, Shea...