Gadsden, AL Obituaries

Hazel Christine Bishop passed on August 25, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on April 14, 1940, Hazel was a resident of Gadsden, Alabama.

Lauil S. Thompson born March 25, 1942, departed this life and went to his forever home in Heaven on August 23, 2026. Lauil was preceded in death by his first wife, Nancy Moman Thompson. His parents,...

Patricia Ann Cofield Wilson passed away at age 89, at home. She was preceded in death by her parents R.L. (Buck) Cofield, Sudie Pearl (Stanley) Cofield, her sons Michael Leon Norris, James (Benjie) Be...

Simon Robert Carter, 65, passed away on August 22, 2026. Born August 13, 1961, Simon’s life was marked by the steady warmth of a beloved presence and the quiet strength of a generous spirit—one that w...

Elizabeth Holman Chandler, age 51, passed away on August 21, 2026. A proud 1993 graduate of Southside High School, Elizabeth went on to further her education by graduating from Gadsden State Nursing ...

Frances Hanks Helms Henson, age 94, of Leesburg, AL, formerly of Chalkville, AL, passed away Thursday August 20, 2026. A chapel service will be held Wednesday, August 26 at 2:00 p.m., Pastors Wendell ...

Billy Russell Townsend, age 74, of Gadsden, AL passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 leaving behind a lifetime of memories that will be treasured by all who knew and loved him. He was pre...

Theda Faye Overby Bishop, age 86, of Leesburg, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2026. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Mt. Lookout Cemetery. Th...

Rick Noah, 70, of Southside, Alabama, passed away Saturday, August 15, 2026. The family will receive friends from 12 pm until 2 pm Thursday, August 20, 2026, with the funeral service at 2 pm at Collie...

It is with deep love and heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of Martha Jean Lincoln, 74, who gained her angel wings on Saturday, August 15, 2026. Martha’s life was defined by love, compassi...

John Robert Plummer, Jr. of Centre, AL formerly of Cartersville, GA went to his heavenly home on Wednesday August 12, 2026. Born on June 17,1947, he is the son of John Robert Plummer, Sr and the late...

Robert Morris was born July 17, 1952, in Lawton, Oklahoma, to Bobby J. and Anne (Todoroff) Morris. He attended Lawton High School, and soon after graduation, married the love of his life, Mary L. (Rit...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John Clanton “Johnny” Martin, born 9/11/1952 and died 8/11/2026 at Erlanger Medical Center in Chattanooga TN. He had developed Guillain-Barre ...

Steve “Rex” Smith, age 76, of Ragland, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026. Rex was a devout Christian who loved the Lord deeply. His collection of Bibles, filled with his personal notes a...

Evelyn Mathews Pierson passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. She was 98 years old. Her funeral service will be Saturday, August 8 at 10:30am at First United Methodist Church of Gadsden. The family...

Edward Carl Bittner, 77, passed away on July 30, 2026. Born December 29, 1948, in Richmond, Virginia, Carl was a longtime resident of Gadsden, Alabama. A graveside service will be held at Southside...

Guy Steven “Steve” Turner, age 69, of Gadsden, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at Collier-Butler Funeral Home....

Christine Adams Moody, 75, a long-time resident of Gadsden, Alabama, passed away on July 27, 2026. Born in Akron, Ohio, on April 28, 1951, Christine Adams Moody (born Christine Marie) carried with her...

John Maxwell Miller II, 57, ascended into a star filled Heaven on Saturday, July 25th, 2026, surrounded by his loving family, a multitude of friends and his devoted pets Sirius, Lyra, Orion and Carina...

Mavis “Elaine” Clement, age 78, of Coats Bend, AL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 23rd, 2026, surrounded by family. Born on March 7, 1948, in Gadsden, Alabama, Elaine was the beloved wife o...

Neil Arthur Ottavi Jr. passed on July 20, 2026, at the age of 87; he was born on May 7, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois, and was a resident of Gadsden, Alabama.

Jerry Jack Anderson Jr., age 77, passed away in the late-night hours on Sunday, July 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born December 13, 1948, in Gadsden, Alabama, he was the son of the late ...

David A. Jones of Gadsden, Alabama, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026. David graduated from Gadsden High School and continued his education at Gadsden State Community College and the University of ...

With broken hearts, we celebrate the life of Richard Mark Johnson, who was called home to be with the Lord on July 6, 2026, where he was united with his father, Terry Johnson, in Heaven. Visitation w...

George Elrod, age 80, of Gadsden passed away on July 6,2026. He was born September 15, 1945. Mr. Elrod lived a life of devotion to his family and had a love of sports. George graduated from Emma Sams...

Louis Earl Gray, 84, of Gadsden, Alabama, passed away on July 4, 2026. Born September 21, 1941, Louis lived a life marked by steady devotion—to faith, to family, and to the simple, enduring joys of th...

Edna Charmayne Stevens passed on July 2, 2026, at the age of 66, having been born on March 22, 1960, and residing in Gadsden, Alabama. A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

Claudette Miller, of Mobile, Alabama, was born on February 10, 1944, to Claud and Wanda Haynes. She passed away on June 27, 2026, at the age of 82. She was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmot...

Martha Jean Proffitt Petty, 79 of Southside, AL passed away on June 27, 2026, at home surrounded by her loved ones. Born on October 13, 1946, in Gadsden, AL, Jean was known for her love of cooking, ...

Robert Michael Jones, 57, of Gadsden, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Robert was born June 24, 1968, to Hollis Willburn and Mary Etta Jones. Raised in Gadsden, Alabama, he was always a Gadsde...

Glenn David Turner passed on June 18, 2026, at the age of 62, born August 25, 1963, in Michigan, and a resident of Gadsden, Alabama.

It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Dennis Lane Moore, a man whose life was a testament to resilience, love, and faith. Dennis closed his eyes to sleep on June ...

In loving memory of Barbara Louise Cash Strickland Barbara Strickland, of Gadsden, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 17th 2026, at the age of 77. Barbara was a loving mother, grandmother, great-...

Martha Rogers, 73, of Miami, Florida, passed away on June 10, 2026. Born September 5, 1952, Martha will be remembered with deep respect and enduring affection by all who knew and loved her. Martha wa...

Funeral Services will be at Collier Butler Funeral Home on Thursday, June18, 2026, visitation from 11a.m.-12p.m, funeral 12p.m.-1p.m with burial to follow in Rainbow Memorial Gardens, for Peggy Baker ...

Funeral Service for Mr. Billy Crocker is scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 11:45 a.m. at Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo, Alabama. Thank you, God, for being with us through this journe...

Thomas Mack Kilgore, age 80, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2026. Born in Altoona on March 5, 1946, he was the fourth of five children born to the late Thomas Greene Kilgore and Imogene Josephine ...

Louis W. Epperson, age 76, of Boaz, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026. A celebration of Louis’ life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Church on the Rock with Pasto...

Brad Allen Phillips, age 65, passed away on June 10, 2026, in Rainbow City, Alabama. Born on October 20, 1960, in Indianapolis, Brad was the son of James and Betty Phillips. He graduated from Warren...

Emily Anne Hicks Anderson, age 37, passed away peacefully in her mother’s arms, surrounded by the love of family and friends, on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Friends are invited to gather in remembrance an...

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of David Hood Morris, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. David passed away on June 3, 2026, ...

Charles Maitland Adams, age 83, passed away on June 3, 2026. Mr. Adams death was preceded by his parents, C.M. Adams, Jr. and Mary Edith Joyner Adams and brothers, Neil McFadden Adams, and David Alfre...

Donald "Ray" Hudson Sr. passed away on June 2, 2026, at the age of 76. "Ray" was born on February 6, 1950, in Alabama, and residing in Steele, Alabama. Ray enjoyed riding his motorcycle, fishing, a...

Edward Thames Turner died on Sunday, May 31 at age 98. Ted, as he was known, was born in Sherrill, New York, and raised in Opelika, Alabama. He graduated from Opelika High School and immediately joine...

Elizabeth Ann Watford Pike, age 90, of Cartersville, Georgia, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. Born on December 14, 1935, in Gadsden, Alabama, Elizabeth was the daughter o...

Margaret Helen Hester, age 93, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026. Born January 8, 1933, Margaret was a beloved mother, grandmother, and whose life was marked by devotion to family, faith, and sel...

Robert C. Anderson passed on May 7, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on April 24, 1947, in Texas, he was a resident of Gadsden, Alabama.

Bobby Joe Snow, age 88, of Hokes Bluff, Alabama, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Collier-Butler Chapel with Rev. Larr...

Kathy Daugherty Silvey, age 75, passed away surrounded by the love of her family. She was a precious mom, mother-in-love, friend, and “Mimi” whose kindness, strength, and compassion touched countless ...

Mary “June” Allen, age 86, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026. She was born on June 3, 1939, in Georgia to the late Henry and Molly Robinson. Although born and raised in Georgia, June spent the ma...