Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Hazel Green, AL and surrounding areas

Jerry Crigger

Jerry Crigger

Sep 30, 2025

Mr. Jerry Crigger of Hazel Green passed away on Tuesday evening while resting peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He was 78, was a 1965 graduate of Hazel Green High School, and a veteran of the United States Air Force - having proudly served his country.

After his military service, Jerry worked for Bellsouth for 31 years before retiring. He...

Brenda Gail McNitt

Brenda Gail McNitt

Sep 25, 2025

Brenda Wheeler McNitt peacefully passed away at her home in Meridianville, Alabama, with her cats and family by her side, on September 25, 2025. She was born Brenda Gail Wheeler in Tupelo, Mississippi, the only child of Coy and Jewel Wheeler, who preceded her in death.

She was also preceded in death by her beloved son, William L. McNitt; granddaughter, Sarah...

Margaret Louise Honey

Margaret Louise Honey

Sep 25, 2025

Margaret Louise Honey, age 87, of New Market, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 25, 2025.

Born on January 22, 1938, in Section, Alabama, she was the daughter of Ed Sparks and Martha Haynes. She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Tim Blizzard, as well as her sisters Lucille Smith, Flora Carter, and Barbara Sue Harless, and her...

Elizabeth Anne Lamb

Elizabeth Anne Lamb

Sep 24, 2025

Elizabeth Anne Lamb, 51, of Hazel Green, Alabama passed away September 24, 2025. She was born on February 8, 1974 in Tampa , Florida to the late Russell and Jenny (Hillis) Nuckles .

Elizabeth is survived by her children Brad Michael Norman, Daniel Allen Nuckles, Ashe Lamb, Ethan Lee Lamb; siblings Vickie Holmes, Dennis Poore Sr., Donna Roberts, Portia Kay Case;...

Justin Shane Hovis

Justin Shane Hovis

Sep 23, 2025

Justin Shane Hovis, 34, of Hazel Green, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025. He was born on February 18, 1991, in Huntsville, Alabama, to Kenneth and Christina (Hendley) Hovis.

Justin is survived by his parents; sisters, Jessica (Grant) Mattix and Janna (Chad) Putman; brother, Jacob (Jordan) Hovis; nieces and nephews, Nora Hovis, Isabella Putman, Wesley Hovis, and Ansley Mattix;...

William Ray Teague

William Ray Teague

Sep 23, 2025

Mr William Ray Teague, the son of the late Hollis R. & Odell Davis Teague, of New Market passed away on Tuesday. He was 77 and was a faithful member of Mountain View Free Holiness Church. He had received the Holy Ghost 37 months and two days before he went to be with the Lord.

William loved to barbeque and was...

Lois Van Dyke

Lois Van Dyke

Sep 20, 2025

Lois Van Dyke (April 2, 1940 – September 20, 2025), a faithful follower of King Jesus, passed peacefully into her eternal rest, at the age of 85.

She was a wife of noble character to her first husband, Terry Tripp, for 25 years. As a widow, she faithfully served in a leadership role in women’s ministry. In 1989, through God’s providence,...

John Stephen Hudson

John Stephen Hudson

Sep 18, 2025

John Stephen HudsonFebruary 3, 1947 – September 18, 2025

Steve Hudson, 78, of New Market, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his home on September 18, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and steadfast devotion.

Born February 3, 1947, in Huntsville, Alabama, Steve began his schooling at Rison Elementary School in the early 1950s and graduated from Hazel Green High School,...

Caleb Thomas Bates

Caleb Thomas Bates

Sep 18, 2025

Caleb Thomas Bates, 24, of Flintville, Tennessee, passed away on September 18, 2025, at his residence in Flintville. He was born on July 8, 2001, in Huntsville, Alabama, to Stephen and Darla (Wilson) Bates.

Caleb was a kind soul, always considering the feelings of others and spreading warmth wherever he went. His passions included fishing, enjoying time with animals, and discovering...

Imogene Hudson

Imogene Hudson

Sep 16, 2025

Imogene Davis Hudson, 93, has been a lifelong residence of rural northeast Madison County, AL since her birth on March 17, 1932 to Pell N Davis and Onie Thomas “Tommie” Teague Davis.

She was a 1950 graduate of New Market High School and married Gordon P. Hudson soon thereafter in July 1950. She was a dedicated housewife who managed a household,...

Tony Allen

Tony Allen

Sep 16, 2025

Mr. James Anthony "Tony" Allen of Toney, Alabama went to be with the Lord on Tuesday. He was 77.

Tony had retired from his career with UPS after approximately 25 years. He was also proud of the work he did on Capitol Hill in the late 1960s. He loved people and his friends appreciated and enjoyed his sense of humor. Tony...

Joan Marie Craffets Bennett

Joan Marie Craffets Bennett

Sep 9, 2025

Joan Marie Craffets Bennett, age 92, of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on September 9, 2025, surrounded by her family.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Jefferson Bennett; her parents, Lucy Maesch Craffets and Edward Craffets; her brothers, Edward and Johnny; and her sister Mary Elizabeth.

She is survived by her loving daughters: Kelly Dunn...

Dennis Keith Zimmerman

Dennis Keith Zimmerman

Sep 7, 2025

Mr. Dennis Keith Zimmerman of Meridianville, formerly of Jefferson City, Missouri, went to be with the Lord on Sunday. He was 84.

No services are planned locally. There will be a private graveside service in Missouri.

Hazel Green Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.

Cathy Moore Howard

Cathy Moore Howard

Sep 5, 2025

Cathy Moore Howard of New Market passed away peacefully at home with her family in the Plevna Community on Friday. She was 72. Mrs. Howard had retired from the Madison County Tax Assessors office where she was an Appraiser for almost 30 years. She enjoyed spending her free time on the golf course, traveling, and most of all, shopping. She...

George Kelley

George Kelley

Sep 3, 2025

George Arthur Kelley, 70, of Huntsville, Alabama, formerly of Hazel Green, passed away on September 3, 2025.

Born on February 13, 1955, in Indiana to Betty and Harold Kelley, George graduated from Hazel Green High School in 1973 and went on to dedicate his career to tool and die cast design and production, a craft he approached with both skill and...

Kenneth Lee Bowen Sr.

Kenneth Lee Bowen Sr.

Sep 3, 2025

Kenneth Lee Bowen, 62, of New Market, Alabama, passed away on September 3, 2025. He was born on February 19, 1963, in Dade County, Florida, to the late Silas and Christine (Taylor) Bowen.

Kenneth was known for his strong work ethic and was deeply loved by his work family. He worked many years in the cable industry and was especially passionate...

Gwen Hunter Potter

Gwen Hunter Potter

Aug 29, 2025

Gwen Hunter Potter of New Market passed away on Friday, August 29. She was 95 and was the daughter of the late Elvie and Bertha Spray Hunter. 

Gwen was known for being a hard-worker and an integral part of her Walnut Grove Community where she and her family have operated Hunter and Potter Grocery, a landmark community store, since 1972. 

She was...

Jaydin Lynn Daly

Jaydin Lynn Daly

Aug 28, 2025

Jaydin Lynn Daly of Ardmore went to be with the Lord on Thursday morning. He was six and was a student at Cedar Hill Elementary School where he was in Kindergarten. He loved Playstation, Fortnite, Minecraft, Roblox and being with his family. He was a sweet and loving kid and was outgoing and friendly to everybody. Jaydin was also outspoken...

Dakota Lynn Daly

Dakota Lynn Daly

Aug 28, 2025

Dakota Lynn Daly of Ardmore went to be with the Lord on Thursday. He was 38 and was a loving husband and father who was always postive and had a smile on his face.

He enjoyed fishing, working on his truck, his 20 inch wheels, and riding around playing his music.

He was preceded in death by his son, Jaydin Lynn Daly;...

Ronald Hardin

Ronald Hardin

Aug 26, 2025

Mr. Ronald Jean Hardin, of New Market, Alabama, passed away Monday night while surrounded by his loving family. He was 75.

Ronald was born in Huntsville, Alabama, to the late Willie and Georgia Hardin. Mr. Hardin enjoyed sitting on his porch, drinking coffee, and listening to music. He loved his dog.

Mr. Hardin was preceded in death by his parents and his...