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Jimmie Tidwell

Jimmie Tidwell

Aug 20, 2025

Jimmie Moss Tidwell passed away on August 20, 2025, at the age of 91. She grew up in Chatom. After raising her family and living in other places, she retired back to Chatom.

Jimmie was the heartbeat of our family, spreading love, laughter, and warmth wherever she went. Her legendary cakes brought joy to countless celebrations, and her home was...

Elaine Windham

Elaine Windham

Aug 12, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elaine B. Windham, age 75, who departed this life peacefully on August 12, 2025, in Gainestown, Alabama. Born on March 4, 1950, in Selma, Alabama, Elaine was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who brightened the lives of everyone she met.

Elaine was a proud member of the...

Rev. Dr. James Ralph Wooten

Rev. Dr. James Ralph Wooten

Aug 12, 2025

James Ralph Wooten, Jr. "Ralph", 63, passed away peacefully at home in Jackson, Alabama on August 12, 2025, following a pancreatic cancer diagnosis which he handled with dignity and grace. He was born on June 6, 1962, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to James Ralph Wooten Sr. and Margie McKay Wooten.

Ralph spent his life in the North Georgia and South Alabama...

Klaire Elizabeth & Kleo Laurelle Knight

Klaire Elizabeth & Kleo Laurelle Knight

Aug 6, 2025

Klaire Elizabeth and Kleo Laurelle Knight were welcomed into their heavenly home on August 6, 2025. Klaire and Kleo were born August 5, 2025 at 11:57 p.m. and were welcomed into the arms of Jesus at 12:57 a.m., precisely one hour later.

Klaire and Kleo are daughters of Gage and Raven Knight and sisters to Kaclee Knight, Kash Knight, and...

Annie Hutchinson

Annie Hutchinson

Aug 2, 2025

It is with profound sadness yet deep gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Annie Lynn Hutchinson, born on July 19, 1981, in Alabama, who left this world on August 2, 2025. A true beacon of warmth and kindness, Annie's gentle spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. She was not just a neighbor...

John Garris

John Garris

Aug 1, 2025

John Franklin Garris, 63, a native of Leroy, Alabama and longtime softball coach passed away Friday, August 1, 2025, in Michigan. He was born on May 21, 1962, in Jackson, Alabama to parents John Marshall and Alline Bounds Garris.

John was a graduate of Leroy High School and the University of Alabama. He was a member of the Million Dollar...

Shannon Miller

Shannon Miller

Jul 27, 2025

Shannon Elizabeth Miller, born on September 26, 1964, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025. Known for her kind heart and desire to improve herself and the world around her, Shannon lived a simple life dedicated to helping others.Friends and loved ones gathered to celebrate her life at Gainestown United Methodist Cemetery.Shannon will be missed dearly, and her memory will...

Peggy Danley

Peggy Danley

Jul 27, 2025

Peggy Elaine Danley, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, departed this life peacefully on July 27, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on October 21, 1951, in Grove Hill to parents Roy and Mildred Walker, Peggy grew up in the charming town of Mount Vernon, later moving back to Grove Hill, Alabama, where she laid the foundation for a...

Lawler Godwin

Lawler Godwin

Jul 24, 2025

Lawler Burnell Godwin Jr., of Tibbie departed this life peacefully at his home on July 24, 2025. Born on August 30, 1940, in Chatom, Alabama, he was 84. His parents were Lawler Burnell, Sr. and Vieva Leigh Baxter Godwin. Burnell lived a life filled with faith and family.

Burnell was a Deacon and Teacher at Fairhope Baptist Church where he...

Frances Little

Frances Little

Jul 21, 2025

Frances Smith Little, 85, of Northport, Alabama (previously of Jackson, Alabama), passed to heaven Monday, July 21, 2025 at her home. Frances was born July 14, 1940, in Gadsden, Alabama, and began following Christ Jesus at the age of fourteen. She was preceded in death by her parents, Allen Herschel Smith and Shannon Frances Smith; her brother, Joseph Allen Smith...

Chrissy Wheless

Chrissy Wheless

Jul 16, 2025

With hearts full of love and cherished memories, we celebrate the life of Chrissy Stewart Wheless, who passed away on July 16, 2025. Born on September 12, 1964, Chrissy was a vibrant soul whose passion for life shone through in everything she did. She was a member of Leroy Baptist Church and grew to have a strong faith in her...

Lois Batley

Lois Batley

Jul 16, 2025

Lois Ellen Batley, a beloved mother and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on March 1, 1929, in Alabama, Lois lived a life rich with love, laughter, and cherished moments.

Lois will be profoundly missed by her children, Theresa Dolbear, Elaine Bumpers, Linda Batley, Marilyn Bedwell, and William Batley, Jr., who...

Russell Fulford

Russell Fulford

Jul 11, 2025

Reverend Russell 'Rusty' Forrest Fulford, 72, of Jackson, Alabama passed away on July 11, 2025, at Mobile Infirmary after a short illness. Rusty was born on August 31, 1952, in Enterprise, Alabama, to parents Charles Taze and Nell M. Fulford, of Hartford, Alabama. Rusty was a native of Hartford, Alabama where he began his formal education. He attended Troy State...

Terry Bailey

Terry Bailey

Jul 9, 2025

Terry Sheffield Bailey, 70, passed away July 9, 2025. Terry was born October 27, 1954 to Richard and Mary Jean Sheffield. The majority of her life was spent in Fulton where she was a member of Fulton Baptist Church. Terry was proud to have worked for the United States Postal Service for more than 19 years. She was a kind...

Lloyd Orso

Lloyd Orso

Jul 9, 2025

Lloyd Orso, 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on July 9, 2025. Lloyd was born May 30, 1933. He retired from International Paper after more than 40 years of employment. Lloyd was a member of the Satsuma Fire Department for 30 years and brought that dedication to community service with him when he moved to Coffeeville and founded...

Jesse Evans

Jesse Evans

Jul 6, 2025

Jesse Ray Evans, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, was born on August 20, 1939, in East Bernard, Texas, and passed away peacefully at his home on July 6, 2025, in Jackson, Alabama. He lived a remarkable life, embraced by the warmth and love of family and friends.

Jesse was preceded in death by his parents Jesse Fred and...

Frank Howard

Frank Howard

Jun 29, 2025

Frank Howard, 88, of Tibbie, passed away peacefully at his home on June 29, 2025. He was born to Laymon "Dick" and Viola (Knapp) Howard on April 10, 1937. Frank was a member of Howardtown Baptist Church. He loved taking mission trips and travelling. Frank had a passion for bowling and enjoyed time chasing that perfect game. While Frank loved...

Mae Carole Hill

Mae Carole Hill

Jun 29, 2025

Mae Carole Hudson Hill, a long-time resident of Grove Hill, was born on August 30, 1946, to James Dewey and Mildred Allen Hudson. She entered glory surrounded by her family on June 29, 2025.

She lived most of her life in Clarke County with a few years spent in Mississippi in the early 1980s. Professionally, she enjoyed a variety of...

Andrew Onderdonk

Andrew Onderdonk

Jun 27, 2025

Andrew Michael Onderdonk departed this life on June 26,2025, at the age of 83. He was preceded in death by his father, Benjamin Leon Onderdonk, his mother, Eunice Rowell Onderdonk, his brothers, Benjamin Joseph Onderdonk and Richard Leroy Onderdonk, and two sisters, Carmen Onderdonk Hoggle and Eleanor Onderdonk May.

Mr. Onderdonk is survived by his sister Leona Onderdonk Rowan (Bill),...

Robert Mosher

Robert Mosher

Jun 24, 2025

Robert Daniel Mosher, 57, of Jackson passed away June 24, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones. Robert was born September 13, 1968 in Michigan to Howard and Particia Mosher. Robert was a simple man who loved life and lived it to the fullest. He was well traveled; when the mood struck and time allowed, Robert would take off on an...