Lucille Shamblee Obit

Funeral services for Lucille Shamblee, 85, of Cullman, will be held 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, December 21, 2021 at the Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel with burial following at Zion Grove Cemetery. Pastor Mary Sue officiating. Visitation will be Monday, December 20, 2021 beginning at 5:00 P.M.

She is survived by her children, Melissa (Chuck) Brown, Tony Smith, Randy (Debra) Smith, Linda Dillingham, and Timothy Smith; twenty grandchildren; a multitude of great-grandchildren; six sisters; four brothers; and a host of nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Shamblee is preceded in death by her husband, Larry Shamblee; son, Tracy Smith; son-in-law, Eugene Dillingham; and one sister.

Donnie Moore Obit

Funeral services Donnie Ray Moore of Hanceville, Alabama will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, December 19th, 2021 in the Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel with burial following at Laodicea Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Hanceville Funeral Home prior to the service, beginning at 1:00 P.M.

Mr. Moore is survived by his wife, Shirley Cox-Moore; sons, Steven Moore, and Wesley Cox; daughter, Courtney Underwood; sisters, Ruthie Moore Seymore, and Margaret Moore Matlock; and a host of nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Charlie & Laura Moore; and four brothers, Charlie Moore, Jimmie Moore, Leon Moore, and Johnny Moore.

Rebecca Ponder Obit

A graveside service for Rebecca Ponder of Cullman will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday, December 18th at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Crane Hill. Reverend Delbert Freeman will be officiating. Visitation will be on Saturday prior to the service beginning at 11:00 A.M. at Hanceville Funeral Home.

Madge Kretzschmar Obit

Funeral services for Sarah Madgie "Madge" Kretzschmar of Hanceville, Alabama will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, December 17^th, 2021 in the Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel with burial following at Garden City Cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 12:00 P.M.

Mrs. Kretzschmar is survived by her daughter, Paula Kretzschmar; her son, Tony (Sheila) Kretzschmar; granddaughter, Vanessa (Mitch) McClusky; grandsons, Joshua (Misty) Kretzschmar, Jacob (Katie) Kretzschmar, and Matthew (Kimberly) Kretzschmar; great-grandchildren, Logan Kretzschmar, Cason Kretzschmar, and Hanna Kate Kretzschmar; and a special friend, Arlanda Johnson.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Henry "Bayo" Kretzschmar Jr.; her parents, John & Fairy Bowers; sister, Pauline (Herbert) McAlpine; brother, Bobby Bowers; and two infant brothers.

Jonnie Grantham Obit

Jonnie Gibbs Grantham passed away Dec. 13, 2021. She was born June 7, 1920. Graveside funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday,  December 16, 2021 at Hopewell Cemetery. Reverend Paul Campbell officiating, Hanceville Funeral Home directing.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Claud Grantham; her parents, M. M. and Lena Clements Gibbs; brother, James M. "Bud" (Mae) Gibbs; sisters, Mildred (Robert) Griffith, Rilla (C.L./Pickey) Waldrop and Norma (Leon) Compton.

Survivors include one son, Johnny (Ginger) Grantham; granddaughter, Leslie (Toby) Obenauer,  Marshall, N.C.; nieces, Ginger (Van) Black of Hanceville, Susan (Robert) Smith, Maryville, TN, Sally (Thomas) Casey, Hattiesburg, MS and Nancy Meadows, Picayune, MS; nephews, Michael (Susan) Meadows, Prairieville, LA,  Mike (Sonya) Gibbs, Hanceville, Tim Compton, Cullman.

Lawden Yates Obit

Lawden Henry Yates, Jr., was born March 2, 1947 in Gadsden, Alabama.  He passed away unexpectedly at the age of 74 on December 13, 2021 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.

 

Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Friday, December 17th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Mtn. Grove Congregational Cemetery. Reverend Phillip Doss will be officiating. Visitation will be on Thursday beginning at 6:00 P.M. at Hanceville Funeral Home.

 

Mr. Yates is survived by his wife, Judy Yates, Blountsville, AL; son, Lawden Christopher "Chris" Yates (Casey), Mobile, AL; daughter Amanda Lauren Burns (Chris), Lawrenceville, GA; grandchildren: Bradley Yates, Caitlyn Horton, Kaden Crabtree, and Kelsie Crabtree; sisters, Bett Yates Adams (Mike);Keller Anne Knight (Jimmy); Tracy Yates Sodergren (Karl); Robin LaBounty (David); brother, Donald Neal Yates, (Teresa); and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

 

He was preceded in death by father, Lawden H. Yates, Sr.; mother, Bessie Louise Yates;brother, Cooper Leland Yates; and sister, Mary Nell Yates.

 

Mr. Yates was an active member of Mt. Grove Congregational Christian Church in Hanceville where he served as a Deacon and a Trustee.  He was a graduate of Lineville High School; Auburn University with a Degree in Laboratory Technology; Birmingham School of Law, Juris Doctor; and Peace Officer Standard Certification, Birmingham Police Academy.

 

Mr. Yates enjoyed a distinguished career with the State of Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences as a Firearms and Toolmark Examiner, Laboratory Director for the Birmingham Division, and Attorney for the Department.  He retired in 1997 and was an attorney with Clark and Scott Law Firm in Oneonta, AL.  He then served as an Assistant District Attorney for Blount and St. Clair County; Prosecutor for the City of Blountsville; Adjunct Professor for UAB; and Forensic Scientist Consultant on criminal and civil cases nationwide.

 

Mr. Yates had many passions, but first and foremost was his love for his family, his love for his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and the Constitution of the United States of America.  His career was spent in the pursuit of truth and justice in whatever role he held.  He enjoyed most outdoor activities, but especially, hunting, canoeing and kayaking, and his love for gardening.

 

Mr. Yates will be missed by many but will remain in our hearts as he made a difference in every life he touched.

Anthony Self Obit

Funeral services for Anthony "Tony" Nathan Self of Hanceville will be 2:00 P.M. Thursday, December 9th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Shelton Grove Cemetery. The family will welcome guests for a visitation on Thursday prior to the service from 11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

Mr. Self was born on January 4, 1986 in Cullman, Alabama. He died at the age of 35 on December 2, 2021 in Flagstaff, Arizona.

Survivors include his father, Lowell Self; mother, Diahn Peterson; wife, Jamatha Jones-Self; children, Brooklyn Self and Jordan Bentley; grandson, Ryker Bentley; grandmother, Edna Sue Cagle; siblings, Miranda Pullium, Andrew Hines, Cody Self, Jenn Mathers and Amanda Mathers; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and first cousins.

Mr. Self was preceded in death by three grandparents, Herndon Self, John Edward Peterson and Shirley Ann Peterson.

Funeral services for Ricky Allen Fanning of Hanceville will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 7^th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Fairview West Cemetery. Reverend Paul Rivers will be officiating. Visitation will be on Tuesday prior to the service beginning at 12:00 P.M. at Hanceville Funeral Home.

 

Mr. Fanning was born in Cullman, Al on Saturday, March 5, 1960 to Billy and Gearldine (Young) Fanning. He died at the age of 61 at Cullman Regional Medical Center on Thursday, December 2, 2021.

 

Survivors include his children, LeAnn Miller, Johnathan Fanning, Nathan Fanning, Warren Fanning and Dean Fanning; father, Billy Fanning; sister, Sherry (Dewayne) McClure; and a host of grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

 

Mr. Fanning was preceded in death by his mother, Gearldine Fanning.

Jeannette Thomas Obit

Funeral services for Jeannette Thomas of Hanceville will be 11:00 A.M. Monday, December 6, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Scott Arnold will be officiating. Burial will follow the service at Garden City Cemetery. Visitation for the public will be from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Sunday, December 5^th at Hanceville Funeral Home.

 

Mrs. Thomas was born in Jefferson County, Alabama on Monday, November 8, 1948 to the late V.J. and Lora (Bullard) Powell. She died at the age of 73 at her residence in Hanceville on December 2, 2021. Jeanette attended Wallace State Community College where she obtained her associates degree in Nursing. After graduating she began working at Cullman Regional Medical Center as a registered nurse. To say she was a wonderful nurse is an understatement. Mrs. Thomas tended to many people throughout her nursing career and touched many lives. She had a passion for fulfilling the needs of everyone around her; including her own family.

 

Survivors include her husband, Steve Thomas; son, Stephen (Kim) Thomas; grandchildren, Kyle Thomas and Conner Thomas; siblings, Steve (Brenda) Powell, Cindy (Mike) Robbins, Martha Powell, Mindy (David) Torres and Mandy (Mike) Reaves; brother-in-law, David (Teresa) Thomas; sister-in-law, Suzanne Howell; and a host of nieces and nephews.

 

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister, Denise Deliz and brother, Jim Powell.

 

Pallbearers will be Mike Reaves, David Torres, Cameron Howell, Jeremy Joiner, Jordan Powell and Derek Bentley.

A graveside service for Sandy Miller of Hanceville will be 12:00 P.M. Friday, December 3, 2021 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Reverends Wayne Wisener and Trueman Davis will be officiating. The family will welcome guests for a visitation on Friday prior to the service at Hopewell Baptist Church beginning at 10:00 A.M.

 

Mrs. Miller was born on June 13, 1950 to Beaman Gipson and Marcella (Thomas) Medlock. She died at the age of 71 at St. Vincent's Hospital in Birmingham on December 1, 2021.

 

Sandy was energetic and full of life. She loved spending time with family and friends. People were always drawn to her beautiful personality. Sandy, along with her husband, spent many years playing the role of Mr. and Mrs. Claus which eventually turned into a ministry for the both of them. She absolutely adored spending time with the children she met over the years and was happy to see them return year after year to pay her a visit. She also worked many years at Wal Mart Distribution Center in Cullman. The people she worked with were more than just co-workers; they were treated as if they were her own. There is no doubting her faith. Sandy was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church, a devoted Christian and warrior of God. From day to day she selflessly strived to spread love and happiness for all in need. Although she is no longer here with us physically; she will remain in our hearts forever.

 

Survivors include her husband, Carter Miller; son, Jim (Jenn) Miller; several grandchildren; brother, Mike (Debbie) Medlock; a host of nieces and nephews; and extended family, friends, and family at Wal Mart Distribution Center.

Re: Junior Hunt Obit

Correction: The last name is Hunt.

Graveside services for Junior Hunt, 77, of Gardendale, will be held 10:00 A.M. Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville.

My apologies.

On Wednesday, December 1, 2021, 04:51:16 PM CST, Mark Bement <hfh@bellsouth.net> wrote:

Graveside services for Junior Quick, 77, of Gardendale, will be held 10:00 A.M. Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville.

Junior Hunt Obit

Graveside services for Junior Quick, 77, of Gardendale, will be held 10:00 A.M. Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville.

Mary Day Burns passed away on November 29, 2021. Mary was born in Cullman County in 1937 to John and Jura Day, who preceded her in death. She was married over 67 years to Milton L. Burns of Hanceville who passed away in December 2020.

 

Mary is survived by her two daughters, Debora Burns Peerce (Brian) and Amy Burns; three grandchildren, Brandon Peerce (Desirae), John Peerce (Chloe), and Alex Peerce; two great-grandchildren, Peyton and Jack Peerce; and a sister, Laraine Stewart (Johnny). 

 

She was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters: Fred Day, Julius Day, John Day Jr., Bob Day, Mildred Gohn, Thelma Gohn, and Claud Day.

 

A private graveside service will be held at Fairview West on December 3, 2021.

CORRECTION for Lione Obit

Funeral services for Anna Louise Lione, of Tuscaloosa will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 30^th at Sacred Heart Church in Cullman. The Rosary will be at the church at 1:15 P.M. Burial will follow at Holly Pond Cemetery. Fr. Patrick Egan will be officiating.

 

Mrs. Lione was born in New York on Monday, July 11, 1938 to Arthur and Mary (Spoor) Beaupre. She died at the age of 83 at Grandview Medical Center on Friday, November 26, 2021.

 

Survivors include her children, Anna (Craig) Huggart, Elizabeth House, Ed (Donna) Heatherington, Patty (Dean) Arnold, Sarah (Scott) Platt, John (Lynda) Peirce, Salvatore (Christy) Lione Jr., and Rachel Lione; a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren.

 

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Lione was preceded in death by her husband, Salvatore Lione Sr.

Funeral services for Anna Louise Lione, of Tuscaloosa will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 30^th at Sacred Heart Church in Cullman. The Rosary will be at the church at 1:15 P.M. Burial will follow at Holly Pond Cemetery. Fr. Patrick Egan will be officiating.

 

Mrs. Lione was born in New York on Monday, July 11, 1938 to Arthur and Mary (Spoor) Beaupre. She died at the age of 83 at Grandview Medical Center on Monday, November 29, 2021.

 

Survivors include her children, Anna (Craig) Huggart, Elizabeth House, Ed (Donna) Heatherington, Patty (Dean) Arnold, Sarah (Scott) Platt, John (Lynda) Peirce, Salvatore (Christy) Lione Jr., and Rachel Lione; a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren.

 

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Lione was preceded in death by her husband, Salvatore Lione Sr.

A Celebration of Life Service for James L. Brossow, formerly of Hanceville will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, December 1^st at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Maple Hill Cemetery in Huntsville. Reverend Tim Barnett will be officiating. Visitation for the public will be from 5:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Tuesday, November 30^th at Hanceville Funeral Home.

 

Mr. Brossow was born to the late Frank and Carolyn (Pribbnow) Brossow on Friday, April 20, 1945 in Stanley, Wisconsin. He died on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at the age of 76 at his residence in Arab, Alabama.

 

After high school Mr. Brossow went on to join the United States Army. He entered in the year of 1965 in Neillsville, Wisconsin. During his enlistment period he obtained an active Corporal status and served in the Vietnam War. After his transfer to Redstone Arsenal, Alabama; he was honorably discharged in 1967. Following his separation, Mr. Brossow focused on getting into the workforce and growing his family. Working as a mechanic was just one of the many trades he gained over the years. He also had a talent for creating humor; not only in the toughest of situations but in his everyday life. There are many tales that will be talked about and shared in the days to come.

 

Those he leaves behind to cherish his life and legacy are his daughters, Jeannie Certain, Julie Boatright and Linda Kreuscher; a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his brother, Randy Brossow; two sisters, Susan Riemer and Nancy Brossow; and a host of nieces and nephews.

 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Janie A. Brossow; one brother; and two children.

Funeral services for Amy D. Puckett-Eudy of Baileyton, Alabama will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Fairview West Cemetery. Reverend Gary Waddell will officiate. The family will welcome guests for a visitation Tuesday evening at the funeral home from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

 

Mrs. Eudy was born in Cullman, Alabama on March 25, 1975. She died at the age of 46 on November 22, 2021 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.

 

Survivors include her mother, Judy Puckett; husband, Michael Eudy; children, Matthew Eudy and Andrew (Shelby Lyn) Eudy; granddaughter, Parker Rae Eudy; sister, Jami (Derek) Nicholas; and nieces and nephews, Hayes Nicholas and Henley Nicholas.

 

Mrs. Eudy was preceded in death by her father, Francis Puckett.

Luceil Ryan Obit

Luceil Jane Harris Ryan of Blountsville, Alabama, departed this life on November 17, 2021, at her residence, three weeks before her 99th birthday. Mrs. Ryan was born Dec. 7, 1922, on Stouts Mountain near Hanceville, Alabama, the oldest child and only daughter of Luther Jane Harris and Pearl Jenkins Harris. 

Mrs. Ryan graduated from Hanceville High School in 1938 and completed her nurses training at South Highlands Infirmary in Birmingham. She married Martin Everett Ryan on July 25, 1942, and the couple raised three children and traveled around the United States during Mr. Ryan's Air Force career. Mrs. Ryan served as a room mother, Cub Scout den mother, Brownie and Girl Scout leader, Band Booster, and active Parent Teacher Association volunteer and delegate to the California PTA convention, among other things. Throughout their travels, Mrs. Ryan served as a Sunday School teacher everywhere the family lived. 

The couple returned to Alabama in 1970, where Mr. Ryan embarked on a second career with the Federal Aviation Administration, and Mrs. Ryan continued caring for her disabled daughter, Janice, and continued her tradition of civic involvement. She was an active member of the Sycamore Valley Homemakers Association and, as avid gardeners, she and Mr. Ryan were members of the Blount Iris and Daylily Society, serving as hosts of several flower tours. Mrs. Ryan also judged flower shows at Blount and Cullman County fairs. The couple also raised cattle. 

Mrs. Ryan enjoyed painting, and she produced hundreds of original works of art over a period of more than 50 years. At the request of her 102-year-old Aunt, May Millican, Mrs. Ryan hosted an art showing at her home on her 90th birthday, attended by dozens of family and friends.

Mrs. Ryan is predeceased by her husband, Martin Everett Ryan, Sr.; her parents; her brothers, Clifford Harris and Ray Harris; her daughter, Janice Helen Ryan; and her granddaughter, Jessica Lynn Thompson. She is survived by her daughter, Joyce Susan (Jeff) Thompson and son, Martin Ryan, Jr., both of Blountsville; granddaughter, Susan Thompson (Bert) Spence of Birmingham; and great-grandchildren, Arrany Laura Spence, Elwyn Ryan Spence, and Thompson "Tom" Berton Spence.

Funeral services for Luceil Ryan, 98, of Blountsville, Alabama will be 2:30 P.M. Saturday, November 20, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be at the funeral home prior to the service beginning at 1:00 P.M. Burial will follow at Garden City Cemetery.

In Loving Memory of Larry Bruce House…

 

Mr. House was born on December 29, 1939 to Roy E. and Lois (Howard) House in Cullman County, Alabama. He died peacefully at the age of 81 on November 15, 2021 at Hanceville Nursing and Rehab Center.

 

Mr. House served in the Alabama National Guard and was also employed with Monsanto in Decatur, AL for over 30 years; where he worked as a lab technician.

 

The family would like to give a special 'Thank You' to the staff at Hanceville Nursing Home for the love and support given to Mr. House; and the family during times of difficulty and transition.

Funeral services for Leo Pope of Hancevile, Alabama will be 1:00 P.M. Monday, November 8, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Fairview West Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 11:00 A.M. at the funeral home.

 

Mr. Pope was born on June 7, 1943 to Alexander and Bernice (Martin) Pope. He died at the age of 78 at his residence in Hanceville on November 4, 2021.

 

Survivors include his children, Sonja Denise Pope-Connell and Charlotte Anne (Ricky) Armstrong; grandchildren, Joshua (Kaley) Dean, Michael (Amanda) Dean, Ashley Loggins, Zachary (Brittni) Armstrong and Alex Armstrong; great grandchildren, Haylee Nethery, Mikaela Dean, Paetience Loggins, Blakley Dean, Isabella Dean, Paizlee Armstrong, Knox Armstrong and Tynzlee Armstrong; brother, Cleo (Libby) Pope; sister, Lois Hayes; brother-in-law, Greg Young; and a host of nieces and nephews.

 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Loretta Pope.

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Linda Sue Johns Quick (Lolly) was born on August 3, 1957 in Jefferson County, Alabama to James and Barbara (Scott) Johns. She died at the age of 64 on November 2, 2021 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham. Mrs. Quick taught 1^st Grade at Holly Pond Elementary School for 27 years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, grandchildren, and beloved dog Lucy.

 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Ronnie Quick.

 

Survivors include her children, Brandon (Kerry) Quick, Brittney (Robyn) Canady and Brent Quick; grandchildren, Collin (Shelby) Harris, Josie (Trey) Guthery, Sagey, River, and Barrett "SuSu" Canady; brothers, Alan (Angie) Johns and Michael Johns; and a host of nieces, nephews and former students who loved her.

 

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, November 6, 2021 at Bethlehem East Cemetery in Hanceville.

 

In true 'Linda Quick Fashion' she will be arriving late to her funeral.

Funeral services for Mary Ethel Connell of Hanceville, AL will be 1:00 P.M. Friday, November 5, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will follow at Center Hill Cemetery. Reverend Tommy Swann will be officiating. The family of Mrs. Connell will welcome guests for a visitation from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Thursday evening at Hanceville Funeral Home.

 

Mrs. Connell went home to be with her Lord and her husband on November 2, 2021 at the age of 80. She was born in Cullman, Alabama on May 31, 1941 to Joseph and Mildred (Wilhite) Easterwood. Mrs. Connell was loved by all that knew her and will be dearly missed.

 

Survivors include her children, Patricia (Rick) Lindsey, Keith (Jonna) Connell, Kevin Connell and Allen Connell; grandchildren, Seth (Amy) Lindsey, Jared (Jennifer) Lindsey, Karen (Kim) Blackwood, Ky Connell, Leo Connell and Will Connell; great grandchildren, Campbell Blackwood and Will Connell; sisters, Effie (Johnny) Looney and Edith Rowland; and a host of nieces and nephews.

 

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Henry Connell.

Funeral services for Virginia Mae Long-Gunter of Bremen, Alabama will be 2:00 P.M. Friday, October 22^nd at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Dorsey Creek Cemetery in Bremen. Visitation will be from 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Friday prior to the service.

 

Mrs. Gunter was born on August 24, 1929 in Jefferson City, Missouri to Everett and Lucy (Gerling) Long. She died at her residence in Bremen on October 19, 2021.

 

Survivors include her children, Donna Jean (Porter) Bryant, James Long, Charlotte Ann (Marlin) Bailey, Mary Elizabeth (Galin) McClendon, Michael Larry Gunter, George Edward (Rachel) Gunter, Lillie Diane (Perry) Lloyd and Kimberly Lorraine (Briana) Gunter; 33 grandchildren; 60 great grandchildren; 11 great-great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

 

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Gunter was also preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Edwards Gunter Sr.; children, Patricia Louise Oden, Horace Calvin Oden, Sherry Lee Anderson and Thomas Edward Gunter Jr.; grandchildren, Keith Oden, David Bryant, Michael Wayne Gable and Draik Lanier; great grandchildren, Christopher Gable, Michael Gable and Tristan McGill; siblings, Virsil Long, Vernon Long and Maurceen Weldon; and a son-in-law, Jimmy Kilgore.

Mr. William (Billy) Edwards, Jr., son of William (Bill) Edwards, Sr. and Mary Louise Edwards was born on August 21, 1969. He transitioned on October 18, 2021. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Colony Community Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation will be from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Friday, October 22, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home.

 

He leaves to cherish his memories: a loving wife, Venicia Edwards; two daughters, Xandria Minnitt and Alexia Edwards; a brother, Clarence Webster; a sister, Cynthia Coleman; an uncle, Charles Webster; an aunt, Ethel Mae Webster; his in-laws, Rev. Odis and Jo Anne Minnitt; a sister-in-law, Beverley Webster; and a brother-in- law, Vincent (Ilia) Minnitt.

 

William was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Eugene and Will Webster.

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Funeral services for Ophelia Fields of Hanceville, Alabama will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday, October 23^rd at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Colony Community Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation will be from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Friday, October 22^nd at Hanceville Funeral Home.

 

Ophelia Fields was born March, 15, 1932, Colony Alabama.

 

On December 26, 1949, she married James Cleophus Fields, Sr., and to this union twelve children were born; five still birth, seven lived. She took pride in staying home and raising her children. When the coal mines shut down, she sought a public job and started her career at Golden-Rod Broiler, Poultry Processing Industry to help with the expense of raising children. She ended her public working with Americold Compressor Industry until she retired. During those years Ophelia taught herself to drive. And a driver she was!

 

At an early age, she became a member of Pleasant Grove CME Church. In 1968, the church made a move and became known as Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church. She played a number of roles in the church: church school secretary, church treasurer, and faithful choir member to name a few. But most importantly, Ophelia had a relationship with GOD. Ophelia was also known to have a beautiful penmanship.

 

On October 19, 2021, at her home, Colony, Alabama, she answered the call to join her beloved Cleophus in eternal rest.

 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Mural and Eddie Vaughn; all her brothers; husband, James C. Fields, Sr.; daughter, Geri (Henry) Brank;

son, Maylon Jerome (Willie Rose) Fields.

 

Willie Rose – A devoted and loving daughter-in-law until the end.

 

She leaves behind one daughter, Natalie Regina DeMoss; four sons, Odis Lee (JoAnn) Minnitt, Howard Louis (Rosemary) Fields, James C. (Yvette) Fields, Jr., and Terry Wayne Fields; twenty-eight grand children; fifty great-grandchildren; ten great-great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

A memorial gathering for Stephen Alan Frenchko of Bremen, Alabama will be from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home.

 

Mr. Frenchko was born on April 8, 1964 in Chicago, Illinois to Stephen and Elizabeth (Warner) Frenchko. He died at his residence in Bremen, Alabama on October 14, 2021 at the age of 57.

 

After Glow

 

I'd like the memory of me

To be a happy one.

I'd like to leave an after glow

Of smiles when life is done.

 

I'd like to leave an echo

Whispering softly down the ways,

Of happy times and laughing times

And bright and sunny days.

 

I'd like the tears of those who grieve,

To dry before the sun

Of happy memories

That I leave when life is done.

Funeral services for Helen Marie Corbin of Hanceville will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville. Visitation will be at the funeral home prior to the service beginning at 12:00 P.M.

 

Mrs. Corbin was born in Cherokee County, Alabama on June 30, 1929 to Ernest and Daisy (Johnson) Morgan. She died at the age of 92 at Hanceville Nursing and Rehab Center on October 17, 2021. Mrs. Corbin loved and cherished her family and home with everything she had.

 

Survivors include her daughters, Joyce Corbin and Brenda Lucas; grandsons, Corbin Lucas and Matthew Lucas; special sons, Gene Hall and Scott Lucas; sister, Judy Dyer; and a host of nieces and nephews.

 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Vester Corbin; and brothers, James, Wilburn and RC Morgan.

 

In lieu of flowers donations can be made in her memory to Hospice of Cullman County.

Funeral services for Girtsell Clarise Harper, of Hanceville, AL will be 2:00 P.M. Monday, October 18^th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Duck River Cemetery. Reverends Wendell Peterson, Richard Roberts and Barbara Trussell will be officiating. The family will welcome guests for a visitation at the funeral home on Sunday, October 17^th from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

 

Mrs. Harper was born on March 8, 1929 to Grover and Dora (Byrum) Roberts in Blount County, Alabama. She died at the age of 92 on October 16, 2021 at Hanceville Nursing and Rehab Center in Hanceville.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Dennis Harper; sons, infant Robert Harper and James Earl Reynolds; great grandson, Skyler Morton; sister, Era Walker; and brother Jerold (Georgia) Roberts.

 

Survivors include her granddaughters, Dana Reynolds Leipert and Donna Reynolds Segers; daughter-in-law, Dianne (Reynolds) Stewart; great grandchildren, Jeremiah Thompson, Alana Leipert, Dylan (Laura) Morton; great-great grandson due in January; sister, Dot Cole; nieces and nephews; friends; and Riverside Church family where she attended until her health declined.

Funeral services for Therisa Anita Thornton of Hanceville will be 12:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 13^th at The Refuge Church in Cullman. Reverend Tim Dubberly will be officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, October 12^th at The Refuge Church. Hanceville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

 

Mrs. Thornton was born on May 15, 1960 to Kirby and Katie Lou (Powell) Woodard in Bartow, Florida. She died at the age of 61 on October 10, 2021 at her residence in Hanceville.

 

Survivors include her husband, Rickey Thornton; children, Kayla Garner, Karly Hood and Katina Robbins; grandchildren, Brittany Davila, Christian Davila, Raylyn Sky Hood and Alexis Brooke Hood; great grandchildren, Baylor Cane Monfort, Blakely Iris Monfort and Charlie Ann Davila; and sisters, Sarah Driggers and Sandy Tijerina.

Update: Sandra Schultz Obit

If possible, family wanted to change "Graveside services" to "Celebration of life services" on the obit.

Thank you.

Sandra Schultz Obit

Graveside services for Sandra Henderson Schultz of Hanceville, Alabama will be held at 3:30 P.M. Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Hopewell Cemetery in Hanceville, Alabama. Jimmy Sawyer and Phillip Wiggly will be officiating. Visitation will be at Hanceville Funeral Home from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. Sunday, October 10, 2021.

Sandra was born January 28, 1941, in Cullman County to Asa B. and Mattie Ruth Bradford Henderson.
After graduating college, she and her husband moved to Starkville, Mississippi, where she taught school for many years.
Upon retirement, Sandra moved to Hanceville, Alabama and became a member of Hanceville First Baptist Church.
Sandra served as a Gideon, and enjoyed worshiping with her brothers and sisters in Christ.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Schultz is preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Schultz; brother, Jeral Henderson; and a special sister-in-law, Virginia Henderson.

Sandra is survived by a brother, Phillip Henderson; sister, Brenda (Jerry) Dew; brother-in-law, Don (Marie) Schultz; sister-in-law, Martha Ann Alldredge; nephews, Cory (Donna) Freeman, Patrick (Jaime) Freeman, Brad (Karen) Henderson, and Nick Henderson; nieces, Hannah freeman Erickson, and Carrie Dew; and a host of great-nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Sandra's name to The Gideons International.

 

The Gideons International

PO Box 140800
Nashville, TN
37214-0800

 

Funeral services for Clifta Fay Hunt, 78, of Cullman, Alabama will be 12:00 P.M. Friday, October 8, 2021 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service on Friday at the funeral home beginning at 10:30 A.M.