Obituaries

Dec 8, 2024

James Edward Sorden, 63, of Joppa, Alabama, passed away on December 8, 2024. He was born on February 4, 1961, in Fort Sill, Oklahoma, to Edward and Margaret (Wilcox) Sorden.

James was a man who truly loved life and always carried a smile on his face. Known for his generosity, he would give the shirt off his...

Dec 8, 2024

Ronnie WIlliam Church of Hazel Green, Alabama passed away on Sunday.  He was 68.  He was a veteran of the United States Army and had served his country during the Vietnam War.

Ronnie had worked as a truck driver before he retired and then drove a school bus at Sparkman Middle School.   He...

Dec 8, 2024

Mr. Lucky Devon Thomas of Hazel Green transcended this plane of existence to meet his Lord surrounded by family in the comfort of his home on December 8, 2024 at approximately 5:30 pm .

Lucky leaves behind his wife of 57 years, Mary Jo Thomas, 1 daughter, Lisa Marie Thomas, 5 sons: David...

Dec 7, 2024

Carey Lawrence Miles of Arab, formerly of Hazel Green, passed away on Saturday while at home surrounded by loved ones.   He was 57.

Lawrence grew up enjoying playing baseball and basketball in school, and also played the trumpet in the school band.   He spent most of his working career as a long-haul truck...

Dec 7, 2024

Mrs. Jeanie Riddle Shockley, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, December 7, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on December 8, 1945, in Huntsville, Alabama, Jeanie was the daughter of the late Carl and Jean Baites Riddle. She graduated from Hazel Green High School in...

Dec 5, 2024

After 92 years of a life well-lived, Roy Gene Howard peacefully passed away December 5, 2024, at his home in Hazel Green, Alabama. Visitation will be at Hazel Green Funeral Home on December 10 at 10:00-12:00, followed by the graveside service at Huntsville Memory Gardens at 1:00, with James Howard officiating. Pallbearers will be family.

Mr. Howard...

Dec 2, 2024

Pamela Hill Brazzell of Hazel Green passed away on Monday.  She was 68.  She was the daughter of the late Walton & Frances Hill of Hazel Green. Surviving family members include her husband of 36 years, James "Braz" Brazzell and her son, Derek Delaney Brazzell, and her two step-sons, Erik Brazzell and Shane Brazzell. Pam will be remembered for...

Nov 27, 2024

Caleb Sain Vandagriff, age 42, of Taft, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on November 27, 2024. Caleb was born on May 7, 1982, in Nashville, TN to Ronnie and Ann Vandagriff.

A lifelong resident of The Tennessee Valley, Caleb met the love of his life, Emily Berry, as a teenager at Hazel Green High...

Nov 24, 2024

Bobby Fay Brazelton of Garden City, Michigan passed away on November 24, 2024.   He was 82. He and his twin brother who passed away were born in Huntsville and only weighed a pound each. He had worked for Ford Motor Company for over 30 years and never called out of work a single day.  He was an...

Nov 22, 2024

Mr. John Wayne Gravette of Toney, Alabama passed away on Friday evening.  He was 82.

He had retired from Goodyear Rubber Company in 2000 after having spent his working career with Dunlop and then Goodyear. In his younger years, he loved breaking mules, trail riding, plowing with his mules, going to antique car...

Nov 21, 2024

Patricia Hall Holt , 67, of Fayetteville , Tennessee  passed away November 21, 2024. She was born on August 23, 1957  in Lincoln County, Tennessee to the late Shirley Kenneth & Willie Sue Bain.

Patricia is survived by her husband, John David Holt;  children: Alicia Sempek, Andrew (Laura) Hall;  grandchildren: Evan Sempek, Eli Sempek, Aaron Sempek, Caden...

Nov 18, 2024

John 15:16 … “but I have chosen you … that your fruit should remain.”

On Monday evening, November 18, 2024, Roger Atlas Crowder, of Huntsville AL, entered the presence of his Lord and Savior, leaving behind remaining fruit.

Roger was born on June 17, 1942, to Lester and Louise Crowder of Kuna, Idaho.  The third...

Nov 18, 2024

Carolyn Beverly Ates, age 83, passed away on November 18, 2024 after a long and courageous battle with dementia.  She was born July 18, 1941, in High Point North Carolina, to the late Hamilton & Elizabeth Gray.

Carolyn found joy in her faith. She grew up in Birmingham, where she graduated from Shades Valley High School.  She...

Nov 16, 2024

George Kenneth Underwood, 63, passed away peacefully on November the 16th, 2024 in Huntsville, surrounded by loving family and friends. His visitation will be on Saturday, November 23 from 11:00 to 12:00 at Hazel Green Funeral Home in Hazel Green Alabama, 13921 Highway 231-431. Following visitation, a family graveside gathering will be held at Valley View Memorial...

Nov 16, 2024

Linda Kay Myers, 79, of Gurley, Alabama  passed away November 16, 2024 at 140 Laurel Lane, Gurley, Alabama. She was born on September 1, 1945  in Huntsville, Alabama to the late Gordon and Pauline  (Brady) Anderson.

Linda so enjoyed being surrounded by her large family.  Her relationship with the Lord was most important.  The 23rd Psalm was...

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.