Gadsden, AL Obituaries

Ernest Frank Mello Jr., born on May 19, 1956, passed away on January 23, 2026, at the age of 69. A graveside service with military honors will be held at the Alabama National Cemetery, located at 31...

Vicki Jones Eller, age 68, of Southside, Alabama left this world and went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 16th, 2026. Born on March 16th, 1957, she was a lifelong resident of the Green Vall...

Alan C. Lancaster, 69, of Gadsden died on Monday, February 16. Although Alan had experienced chronic serious health conditions for years, his death was unexpected. A memorial Requiem Eucharist will be...

Rodney Mitchell Robinson passed away peacefully on February 12, 2026, at the age of 74 in Memphis, Tennessee, with his wife of fifty years, Robin, by his side. He was born in Gadsden, Alabama, on Mar...

Rickey S. Underwood, born on January 2, 1953, passed away on August 9, 2025, at the age of 72. Rickey was a resident of Jacksonville, Alabama.

Loyd "Red" Watkins was born on April 13, 1931, in Alabama and passed away on February 14, 2026, at the age of 94. Born in Berry Alabama red grew as a high school football star. After high school, he ...

Patricia “Trick” Ann Petty, 82, of Gadsden, Al, passed away on February 13,2026 at Gadsden Regional surrounded by her loved ones. Born on April 15, 1943 in Gadsden Al, Trick was known for her love of ...

Christi Wilhelm, age 58, went home to be with Jesus surrounded by her loving family and friends on February 13, 2026. Born on October 23, 1967, in Gadsden, AL, she is pre-deceased by her father, Char...

John W. Malcom (Billy) passed away unexpectedly on February 7, 2026 at the age of 35. Our family was not expecting for Billy’s life to be cut so short so soon. We are all devastated by this huge loss...

Thomas Harold Smith Sr. of Glencoe died at his home on February 13, 2026, at the age of 100 after a protracted illness. A visitation will be held at Collier-Butler Funeral Home on Tuesday, February 17...

In loving memory of Jerry McGinnis November 25, 1936 – February 12, 2026 Visitation and Funeral services for Mr. Jerry Reed McGinnis, age 89, of Gadsden, Alabama, will be from 12 - 2 pm, Monday, Febr...

Our precious angel, Jaxon Lee Luster, was born into the arms of Jesus on February 10, 2026. Though his time on earth was brief, he touched our hearts forever. Jaxon is survived by his father, Daniel ...

Hershel Glen Nelson, of Gadsden, Alabama, passed away on February 10, 2026, at the age of 84. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, Glen lived a full and adventurous l...

Doris Green Shew, age 94, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 8, 2026. Doris was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of Jesus...

Glenda Silvey, born on September 18, 1950, passed away on August 8, 2025, at the age of 74. Glenda was a resident of Gadsden, Alabama.

Charles Edward Ridgeway Sr., age 87, passed away on February 8, 2026. He was a resident of Southside, Alabama (35907). Charles proudly served his country after joining the United States Navy in 1955,...

Arturo “AJ” Ramos Jr., 43, of Rainbow City, Alabama, passed away on February 4, 2026. After hard fought battle with cancer. Born on October 7, 1982, AJ lived a life full of volume, heart, and fierce l...

Betty Lou Driskell Mitchell, 94, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, and was reunited with her husband of 54 years, Lacy. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Darlene; her parents, Henry...

Betty Lavern Treece Smith, a longtime resident of Gadsden, Alabama, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Robert and Anna Sue Treece; her devo...

Marion Kay Ashley, born on March 27, 1944, in Alabama, passed away on February 1, 2026, at the age of 81. Marion was a resident of Gadsden, Alabama.

Elma Bustamate Dimatera, born on June 12, 1968, in the Philippines, passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 57. Elma was a resident of Gadsden, Alabama.

Raymond “Ray” Michael Grigsby, 78, of Rainbow City, was born on November 2, 1947. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 27, 2026, and his faith was made sight as he saw his Lor...

Mildred Augusta Daughdrill Stephens, age 88, of El Paso, Texas, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, February 07, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Rev. L. Dale Butler...

Timothy Roal Foucart, known affectionately as Tim by friends and family, was a beacon of intelligence, handiness, and courage throughout his remarkable life. Born on February 12, 1955, in the industri...

Mary Sue Grissom, age 89, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026. A graveside service will be held at 2:30 pm on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Forrest Cemetery. Collier-Butler Funeral Home is in ...

Robert “Larry” Sims, lovingly known as “Pawpaw,” passed away on January 23, 2026, at the age of 75, in Birmingham, Alabama, due to complications from cancer treatment. Larry was born on March 4, 1950...

Matthew Gregory Smith, 48, of Gadsden, Alabama, passed away on January 23, 2026. He was born on January 15, 1978. Matthew is survived by his parents, Greg & Misty Smith; his sister, Amanda & Brian L...

Jewell Haun Ross, age 95, affectionately known as “Juice” by her family, passed away on January 23, 2026. She is preceded in death by her parents, George W. and Myrtice Poole Haun, husband, Guy Ross...

Jean Beaird Trimble, born on October 11, 1926, passed away on January 21, 2026, at the age of 99. A visitation will be held on January 27, 2026, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at Collier-Butler Funeral Hom...

Janette Rivette Budlong passed away on January 21, 2026, at the age of 87. She was born on November 26, 1938. Janette was a resident of Gadsden, Alabama.

Gary Lynn Curvin, born on April 28, 1962, passed away on November 8, 2025, at the age of 63. He was a resident of Gadsden, Alabama.

Nancy Jane Wallace, born on April 14, 1951, in Tennessee, passed away on January 16, 2026, at the age of 74. She was a resident of Gadsden, Alabama.

Peggy Shawnee Bowen Whitten, age 58, of Gadsden, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, after a long and courageous battle. Surrounded by love, she showed remarkable strength, grace, and...

Eeron Danyale Graham Edwards, age 45, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 20, 1980, in Gadsden, Alabama. Eeron was a woman ...

Carolyn Lowe Garbe, 83, went to her heavenly home on January 12, 2026. She passed peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family. Carolyn was born to J.W. and Flossie Lowe on March 28, 1942, in Gad...

Randall Dale “Mac” McDonough, age 72, passed away on January 11, 2026, after a brief illness. Randall was born on September 20, 1953, to Sanford and Mary McDonough. He was a graduate of Gadsden High ...

Silas O'Neal Patterson, born on March 10, 1936, passed away on January 11, 2026, at the age of 89. He was a resident of Ashville, Alabama. A graveside service will be held at Gum Springs Baptist Chu...

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nina Ruth Miller on January 9, 2026, at the age of 84. Nina was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and frien...

Betty Gail Thompson Roper, age 86, of Rainbow City, Alabama, passed away on January 10, 2026. Betty was born in Blount County on March 20, 1939. She graduated from Oneonta High School and earned her ...

Robert Larry Crowe, age 85, of Pell City, Alabama, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026. Larry proudly served his country in the United States Air Force before continuing his education at Jackso...

Eric Wayne Heard, born on August 5, 1957, passed away on January 7, 2026, at the age of 68. He was a resident of Gadsden, Alabama. A visitation will be held at Collier-Butler Funeral Home, located at...

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Todd Wright on January 7, 2026, at the age of 60. Todd was born on January 27, 1965, in Gadsden, Alabama, and lived a life devoted to hard work, integrity,...

Doris M Lusher, born on February 6, 1950, passed away on October 12, 2025, at the age of 75. She was a resident of Gadsden, Alabama.

Jimmy “Wampus” Lyles a resident of Albertville, Alabama, was born on December 23, 1967, and passed away on January 4, 2026, at Huntsville Hospital with his family by his side. Jimmy was a man who liv...

Deborah Ann Lind, born on March 7, 1970, in New Jersey, passed away on January 1, 2026, at the age of 55. Deborah was a beloved, cherished, and devoted individual, known for her generous, hard-working...

John Matthew Guest, born on April 6, 1967, in Alabama, passed away on January 1, 2026, at the age of 58. John was a resident of Rainbow City, Alabama.

Jackie William Clark, born on January 24, 1954, in Alabama, passed away on December 19, 2025, at the age of 71. Jackie was a resident of Attalla, Alabama.

Billie Carolyn Gates Clokey went to meet her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, January 1, 2026, surrounded by her family at home. Born on August 20, 1928, Billie was a loving and devoted w...

Stanley Keith Croley, born on May 15, 1956, passed away on December 31, 2025, at the age of 69. Stanley was a proud graduate of Emma Sansom High School, Class of 1974. He began his working career at ...

Born in 1929 in the remote mountains of Nebaj, Guatemala, Martha Evelyn Pullin Morehead was the third daughter of missionaries Thomas and Flora Pullin when only horseback or strong legs could bring yo...