Burt Funeral Home http://burtfuneralhomes.com/view-obituaries/
Mrs. Julia Ann McMahan
Julia Ann McMahan, age 76, of Valley Head, passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021, at DeKalb Regional Medical Center. A private graveside service was held for the family from Valley Head Cemetery, with Brother Richard Ellis officiating
Corner Stone Funeral Home https://www.cornerstonefuneralchapel.com/
Mr. Johnny J.L. “Red” Blansit
Johnny J.L. “Red” Blansit, age 81, of Henagar, passed away Monday, April 26, 2021, at his residence. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at 1:00 PM from the Corner Stone Funeral Chapel, with Brother Jerry Atkins officiating. Burial followed in Sulphur Springs Cemetery.
Mrs. Zelma Rozene Mayo Palmer
Zelma Rozene Mayo Palmer, age 91, of Ider, passed away Thursday, April 29, 2021. Funeral services were held on Saturday, May 1, 2021, at 2:00 PM from the Corner Stone Funeral Chapel, with Brother Steve Stanfield and Brother Leon Wilks officiating. Burial followed in Fuller Cemetery.
Mr. Ralph William Koepsel
Ralph William Koepsel, age 74, of Ider, passed away Friday, April 30, 2021, at his residence. On Wednesday, May 5, 2021, a memorial service was held at 3:00 PM from the Corner Stone Funeral Chapel, with Brother Rickey Deal officiating. Mr. Koepsel was a veteran of the United States Air Force, where he trained to be a Meteorologist and worked for over 30 years before retiring.
Mr. Kenneth R. Holcomb
Kenneth R. Holcomb, age 61, of Flat Rock, passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021, at his residence. On Monday, May 3, 2021, a memorial service was held at 4:00 PM from the Corner Stone Funeral Chapel, with Rodney McGill speaking.
Kerby Funeral Home https://www.kerbyfuneralhome.com/
Mrs. Magnolia Lacy
Magnolia Lacy, age 93, of Henagar, passed away Tuesday, April 27, 2021. A graveside service was held on Friday, April 30, 2021, at 2:00 PM from Lacy’s Chapel Cemetery, with Brother Thurston Garrett officiating.
Mr. Darryl Ray Watkins
Darryl Ray Watkins, age 30, of Flat Rock, passed away Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at UAB Hospital. Funeral services were held on Saturday, May 1, 2021, at 2:00 PM from the Kerby Funeral Home Chapel, with Brother Randall Hastings officiating. Burial followed in Kennemer Cemetery.
Rainsville Funeral Home https://www.rainsvillefuneralhome.com/
Mr. Terry Wayne Brandon
Terry Wayne Brandon, age 59, of Fort Payne, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021, at his residence. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at 3:00 PM from the Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Brother Fred Bobo officiating. Burial followed in Gravel Hill Cemetery.
Mr. Robert Lewis, Jr.
Robert Lewis, Jr., age 67, of Rainsville, passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021, at Huntsville Hospital. On Tuesday, May 4, 2021, funeral services were held at 11:00 AM from the Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor George Hughes and Brother David Martin officiating. Burial followed in Kirk Memorial Gardens.
Mrs. Eva Mae Mitchell Wood
Eva Mae Mitchell Wood, age 91, of Rainsville, passed away Sunday, May 2, 2021. On Wednesday, May 5, 2021, funeral services were held at 2:00 PM from the Rainsville Funeral Home Chapel, with Brother Gary Haymon officiating. Burial followed in Kirk Memorial Gardens.
Eva was the last surviving child of Curtis O. and Audean Mitchell. She grew up on Sand Mountain, married her high school sweetheart at age 16, and when she was 18, had a daughter, Donna Wood Campbell. When Eva was 21, the family of three moved to Chattanooga for job opportunities, and she began working at DuPont. While living in Chattanooga, Eva enjoyed bowling, water skiing, and family get-togethers. She and her family attended the North Chattanooga Church of God.
Upon retiring from DuPont, Eva and her husband, Louie, returned to Rainsville to live on their farm. Eva’s greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren great-grandchildren. She and her brothers and sisters were very close. She and Louie attended Rainsville Church of God and later Straight Creek Church of God. During her retirement, Eva was able to devote time to raising a garden, canning, freezing, and cooking. She developed into an excellent Southern cook like so many of the Mitchell clan.
Eva was preceded in death by her Husband of 67 years – Louie J. Wood. Parents – Curtis O. and Audean Mitchell. Siblings – Billy Jack Mitchell, Paul David Mitchell, Bruce Mitchell, Ruby Lee Jones, and Bobbie Lynn Kuykendall. Son in Law – Gary Campbell.
Left to cherish her memories: Daughter – Donna Wood Campbell. Grandsons – Joe Campbell and Jon Campbell. Granddaughter – Laura Stephenson. Great Grandchildren – Kelsey (Ryan) White, Hayley Moreno, Leah Campbell, Noah Stephenson, and Louie Stephenson. Great Great Grandchildren – Beckham and Austyn White. Numerous Nephews, Nieces, Cousins, and Special Friends.
Wilson Funeral Home and Crematory https://www.wilsonfhinc.com/
Mrs. Alice Elizabeth O’Donnell Shanklin
Alice Elizabeth O’Donnell Shanklin, age 74, of Valley Head, passed away Thursday, April 22, 2021, at her residence. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Mrs. Shanklin was a veteran of the United States Army and gained the rank of Sergeant.
Mrs. Helen Faye Wooten
Helen Faye Wooten, age 88, of Fort Payne, passed away Friday, April 23, 2021, at her residence. On Thursday, April 29, 2021, a graveside service was held at 3:00 PM from Adamsburg Cemetery.
Mr. Thomas Leonard “Tom” Morgan
Thomas Leonard “Tom” Morgan, age 54, of Valley Head, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021, at his residence. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at 2:00 PM from the Wilson Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in Sulphur Springs Cemetery.
Ms. Lisa Ann Jackson
Lisa Ann Jackson, age 61, of Red Bank, Tennessee (formerly of Fort Payne), passed away, Tuesday, April 27, 2021. A graveside service was held on Friday, April 30, 2021, at 4:00 PM from Adamsburg Cemetery, with Brother Donny Hilyer officiating.
Mr. Charles Ray Arther
Charles Ray Arther, age 86, of the Dogtown community, passed away Thursday, April 29, 2021. Funeral services were held on Sunday, May 2, 2021, at 4:00 PM from the Wilson Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in Walkers Chapel Cemetery.
Mr. Edwin Eugene Mathews
Edwin Eugene Mathews, age 87, of Fort Payne, passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021. On Tuesday, May 4, 2021, funeral services were held at 1:00 PM from Ruhama Baptist Church, with Brother Chris Murdock and Brother Mike Miller officiating. Burial followed in Walkers Chapel Cemetery.
W.T. Wilson Funeral Home https://wtwilsonfuneralchapel.com/
Ms. Patricia Diane Crocker
Patricia Diane Crocker, age 54, of Albertville, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021. A graveside service was held on Friday, April 30, 2021, at noon from Marshall Memorial Gardens.
Mr. William A. Brannon
William A. Brannon, age 74, of Dawson, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at 2:00 PM from the W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel, with Brother Junior Croft officiating. Burial followed in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery at Carter.
Mr. Verlon Derell Riddle
Verlon Derell Riddle, age 65, of Albertville, passed away Monday, April 26, 2021. Funeral services were held on Thursday, April 29, 2021, at 2:00 PM from the W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel, with Brother Rick Beam officiating. Burial followed in New Canaan Cemetery at Whiton.
Mrs. Lucille Mitchell
Lucille Mitchell, age 95, of Rainsville, passed away Wednesday, April 28, 2021. No services have been planned at this time.
Mr. Dan Chesnut Elrod
Dan Chesnut Elrod, age 67, of Fort Payne, passed away Thursday, April 29, 2021. Funeral services were held on Sunday, May 2, 2021, at 1:00 PM from the W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel, with Brother Wayne Killian officiating. Burial followed in Collinsville Cemetery.
Mrs. Mary Ruth Shankle
Mary Ruth Shankle, age 81, of Fyffe, passed away Friday, April 30, 2021. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at 2:00 PM from the W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel, with Brother Paul Long officiating. Burial followed in Piney Grove Cemetery.
Mr. Christopher Allen “Chris” Brooks
Christopher Allen “Chris” Brooks, age 49, of Crossville, passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021. On Monday, May 3, 2021, a graveside service was held at 2:00 PM from Marshall Memorial Memory Gardens, with Brother Jerry Hyde officiating.
Mrs. Tina Marie Pannell
Tina Marie Pannell, age 61, of Crossville, passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021. On Monday, May 3, 2021, a memorial service was held at 1:00 PM from the W.T. Wilson Funeral Chapel, with Kerry Simpson officiating.
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