July 2011

Monday, July 18, 2011

Ms. Emogene Anglin

Hackleburg, AL - Emogene Anglin, age 84, of Hackleburg, Alabama, passed away Monday, July 18, 2011, at her residence.

Visitation, Tuesday, July 19, 2011, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m., at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel in Hamilton, Alabama. Funeral service, 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 20, 2011, at Pleasant Hill Church. Burial in Cedar Tree Cemetery .

Ms. Anglin was born February 13, 1927, in Marion County, Alabama, to the late Will and Annie Clement Burleson. She served as Supervisor of the school lunchroom and a member of Pleasant Hill Freewill Baptist Church.

She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Elvy Anglin; 1 son, Ronnie (Angie) Anglin; 2 granddaughters, Leigh Ann (Kyle) Hicks, and Laura Anglin; 1 great-granddaughter, Anna Lauren Hicks; siblings, Thad Burleson, Pattsie Ruth Gardner, and Mary Jo Hudson.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Will and Annie Clement Burleson; 3 brothers, Lowell Burleson, Sherril Burleson, and Oneal Burleson; and 1 sister, Ovalene Kennemur.

Pall Bearers, Troy Lee Anglin, Sr., Troy Lee Anglin, Jr., Lance Burleson, Andrew Jones, Danny Kennemur, Rex Tice, David Burleson, and Larry Gardner.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Mr. Lowell Avery

Lowell Avery, age 85, passed away Wednesday, July 6, 2011, at his residence.

Visitation, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 8, 2011, at Elkins East Chapel. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 p.m., at Elkins East Chapel, with Rev. Steve Lawrence officiating.

Visitation, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 9, 2011, at First Baptist Church in Hackleburg, Alabama. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Steve Lawrence officiating.

Mr. Avery was a WWII Veteran and served in the US Army. He retired from TVA and worked several years at American Chain and Cable in Adrian, Michigan.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William Grant and Melinda Avery; and 1 son, Kimberly Max Avery.

He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Mary Nell Avery; 1 son, Michael Lowell Avery; 2 grandchildren, Mary Beth Blair (Jeremy), and Fallon Nicole Avery; great-grandchild, Parker Blair; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hackleburg First Baptist Church Tornado Relief Fund.

You are invited to sign the on-line guest registry at www.elkinsfh.com .

Hamilton Funeral Home directing local service, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.

July 12, 2011

Ms. Vauline Black Burnett

Vauline Black Burnett, age 80, of Hackleburg, Alabama, passed away Tuesday morning, July 12, 2011, at ECM in Florence, Alabama.

Visitation, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., Thursday night, July 14, 2011, at the Hackleburg First Baptist Church in Hackleburg, Alabama. Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 15, 2011, at the church. Steve Lawrence officiating. Burial in Cedar Tree Cemetery in Hackleburg, Alabama.

Ms. Burnett was born January 23, 1931, in Marion County, Alabama, to the late Obie J. and Viola Britnell Black. She was retired from Wrangler where she served as a Supervisor.

She is survived by 1 daughter, Kathy (Billy Joe) Cantrell; 1 son, Steve (Jean Ellen) Burnett; 2 grandchildren, Greg Cantrell, and Amanda Cantrell; 2 brothers, Hudon (Jean) Black; and Otis J. Black; 2 sisters, Flo (Grover) Baggett; and Wyvone (James) Anglin; and a host of special nieces and nephews and other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ottis Burnett; her parents, Obie J. and Viola Britnell Black; 1 brother, L.C. Black; and other close relatives.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Mr. Jackie Clark

Hamilton, AL - Jackie Clark, age 66, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2011, at his residence.

Visitation, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m., Thursday, July 21, 2011, at Marion County Funeral Home. Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., following visitation at the funeral home. Burial in Kingsville Cemetery, Detroit, Alabama.

Marion County Funeral Home assisted the family.

(July 17, 1963 - Saturday, July 16, 2011)

Mr. Phillip Brian Graben

Hamilton, AL - Phillip Brian Graben, age 47, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Saturday, July 16, 2011, at his residence.

Visitation, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., Monday, July 18, 2011, at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel, Hamilton, Alabama. Funeral service 2:00 p.m., following visitation, at the funeral home chapel. Preston Headrick officiating. Burial in New Hope Cemetery , Hamilton, Alabama.

Mr. Graben was born July 17, 1963, in Marion County, Alabama, to Lorene Clement Graben and the late Roy Graben. He worked as a Quality Manager with NTN. Phillip was a UNA graduate with a degree in Accounting.

He is survived by 1 daughter, Jordan Graben; his mother, Lorene Clement Graben; 2 brothers, James Roy (Kathy) Graben, and Rick (Karen) Graben.

He was preceded in death by his father, Roy Graben.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.

Mr. Donald Ralph Harris

(June 28, 1931 - July 24, 2011)

Hamilton, AL - Donald Ralph Harris, age 80, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2011 at the North MS Medical Center in Hamilton, Alabama. Visitation, 12:00-2:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 26, 2011, at the Marion County Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 26, 2011, following visitation, at the Marion County Funeral Home Chapel. Burial in Hamilton City Cemetery, Hamilton, Alabama. Bro. Bill Weems officiating. Mr. Harris was born June 28, 1931, in Topeka, Kansas, to the late Ralph and Clara Shafer Harris. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces. He is survived by 1 son, Devin (Martha) Harris; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews & friends. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Jeanette Harris; sons, Roger Dale Harris and Donnelle Harris; daughter Glenda Gayle and parents, Ralph and Clara Shafer Harris. Marion County Funeral Home assisted the family.

Marion County Funeral Home Assisted the family.

Mr. James Thelton Holliman

Thursday, July 28, 2011

Winfield, AL - James Thelton Holliman, age 85, of Winfield, Alabama, passed away Thursday July 28, 2011.

Visitation, 4:00 p.m., at the Winfield Methodist Church with funeral service to follow at 6:00 p.m., at the church. Burial in Winfield City Cemetery.

Mr. Holliman is survived by his wife, Vonceal Weeks Holliman, Winfield, AL.; 1 son, George M. Holliman, Tuscaloosa, AL.; 1 daughter, Alice (Oscar) Driver, Alabaster, AL.; 1 grandson, Nathan Scott Owen; 1 great-great grandchild; 1 sister, Lynette Newman, Fayette, AL.; 1 sister-in-law, Kathryn Holliman; and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Mr. Holliman served in the US Army during World War II, was a member of the Winfield First United Methodist Church and was an active member of the Winfield Masonic Lodge, Winfield Lions Club and the American Legion. He served as an officer and as Police Chief in Winfield, Alabama for several years during the 50's, 60's and 70's. In 1962, he was elected Sheriff of Marion County, Alabama.

At the time of his death, Mr. Holliman was a resident of the Golden Living Center in Winfield, Alabama.

Miles Funeral Home, Winfield, Alabama, directing .

Monday, July 25, 2011

Ms. Kathy Clark Holloway

Hamilton, AL - Kathy Clark Holloway, age 61, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Monday, July 25, 2011, at Marion Regional Medical Center in Hamilton, Alabama.

Visitation, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 26, 2011, prior to 2:00 p.m. funeral service at Fulton Bridge Baptist Church. Dr. Dan Duncan officiating. Burial in Fulton Bridge Cemetery.

Kathy was born July 5, 1950 in Russellville, Alabama to the late Guy Hughes "Jaybird" and Curl Elgie Frederick Clark. She was a Hairdresser as was her mother.

She is survived by her husband, Harry W. Holloway, Sr. "Teddy"; 1 daughter, Katrina Leigh Holloway Smith (Brad); 1 son, Harry W. Holloway, Jr. (Amy); 3 grandsons, John Haden Smith, Harry W. Holloway, III (Trey), and Mason Frederick Holloway; 1 brother, Hugh Don Clark (Shay); 1 niece, Sabrina Clark; 3 nephews, Scotty (Kay) Holloway, Mike (Amy) Holloway, Rick Holloway; 1 sister-in-law, Jean Holloway; and a host of other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Guy & Curl Clark; and grandchildren, Taylor & Maggie Smith; and her brother-in-law, Norman Connie Holloway .

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.

Mr. Norman Holloway

(January 27, 1935 - Sunday, July 3, 2011)

Hamilton, Alabama - Norman Holloway, age 76, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Sunday, July 3, 2011, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Hamilton, Alabama.

Visitation, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 5, 2011, at the Hamilton Church of Christ. Funeral service following at 1:00 p.m., at the church. Bro. Ted Burleson and Bro. Ryan Gallagher officiating. Burial in Hamilton City Cemetery, Hamilton, Alabama. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Jean Hollingsworth Holloway; 3 sons, Scotty (Kay) Holloway, Mike (Amy) Holloway, and Rick Holloway; 3 grandsons, Steven, Jonathan and Timothy; 1 granddaughter, Katy; 1 brother, Teddy ( Kathy ) Holloway; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, E. C. and Drue Ellen Holloway.

Marion County Funeral Home assisted the family.

Ms. Bobbie Maxwell Lewis

(February 22, 1935 - July 23, 2011)

Hixson, TN - Bobbie Maxwell Lewis, age 76, of Hixson, Tennessee, formerly of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Saturday, July 23, 2011, at Memorial Health Care, Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Graveside funeral service, 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 27, 2011, at Hamilton City Cemetery, Hamilton, Alabama.

Ms. Lewis was born February 22, 1935, in Hamilton, Alabama, to Dan and Marie Maxwell. She was disabled.

She is survived by 1 daughter, Kim Lewis; 3 sons, Jay Dran Lewis; Guy Lewis, and Mark Lewis; 7 grandchildren, Kreistie, Kyle, Dran, Gabe, Isabella, Emma Kate, and Rose Lewis; 2 great grandchildren, Tra and Tia Jett; and beloved friend, Jack Lewis.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dan and Marie Maxwell.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.

Mr. Bobby Lee Majors

(February 24, 1940 - Saturday, July 2, 2011)

Hamilton, AL - Bobby Lee Majors, who's nickname was "Dirtdobber", age 71, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Saturday, July 2, 2011, at his residence.

Visitation, 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 6, 2011, at the Hamilton Funeral Home in Hamilton, Alabama. Funeral service following visitation, 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 6, 2011, at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel. Kenneth Cantrell officiating. Burial in Hamilton Memorial Gardens , Hamilton, Alabama.

Mr. Majors was born February 24, 1940, in Bibb County, Alabama, to the late Landy Rufus and Ethel Howard Majors. He was a Welder.

He is survived by his wife, Jean Cadle Majors; 1 daughter, Alisha Ann Doss; 2 sons, Greg D. Majors, and Kevin L. Majors; 4 grandchildren; 1 brother, Harold; and 2 sisters, Peggy and Myrtle; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.

Mr. Dwayne Metcalf

August 4, 1971 - July 23, 2011

Hamilton, AL - Dwayne Metcalf, age 38, of Hamilton, Alabama (and Clanton, Alabama), passed away Saturday, July 23, 2011 at Baptist Health Hospital in Prattville, Alabama.

Visitation, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m., Thursday, July 28, 2011, at Rocky Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Graveside funeral service immediately following visitation at the Rocky Grove Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mr. Metcalf was born August 4, 1971, in Winfield, Alabama, to Milton and Mignon Blanchard Metcalf. He was an Auto Mechanic.

He is survived by 1 daughter, Madison Metcalf; his girlfriend, Katrina Taylor; 5 siblings, Rodney (Nancy) Metcalf, Randall (Letha) Metcalf, Reda Metcalf, Margaret (Rector) Johnson, and Misinnia (James) Northington; and a host of other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mignon Metcalf; and 1 brother, Michael Metcalf.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.

Ms. Cora Lolley Palmer

(January 5, 1917 - July 25, 2011)

Hamilton, AL - Cora Palmer, age 94, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Monday, July 25, 2011 at her residence.

Visitation, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., Tuesday evening, July 26, 2011, at the New Heights Church. Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 27, 2011, at New Heights Church. Burial in Love Joy Cemetery, Hamilton, Alabama.

Ms. Palmer was born January 5, 1917, in Marion County, Alabama, to James Joseph and Molly Sullins Palmer Lolley. She was a Homemaker.

She is survived by 3 children, Johnnie Ruth Palmer, Jackie D. Palmer, and Billy Gene Palmer (Darlene); 4 grandchildren, Misty Palmer, Michael E. Palmer, Mary A. Mills, and Derek Alexander Palmer.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Chester Palmer; 6 sisters; and 5 brothers.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Ms. Excell Lewis Parker

Hamilton, AL - Excell Lewis Parker, age 78, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2011, at her residence.

Visitation, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m., Thursday, July 14, 2011, at the Hamilton Funeral Home. This will be just prior to the funeral service at 2:00 p.m., in the funeral home chapel. Bill Smith and John Reed officiating. Burial in Hamilton Memorial Gardens .

Ms. Parker was born March 2, 2011, in Marion County, Alabama, to the late William J. and Lois R. Sanders Lewis. She was a retired Bank Vice President.

She is survived by her husband, Lowell Parker; 2 daughters, Susan Parker (Jon) Forlines, Nashville, TN., and Lesa Geraye Parker, Hamilton, AL.; 3 grands, Joel, Jared, and Anna Forlines; and 1 brother, Jerry W. Lewis.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Lois Lewis; and by 1 sister, Lodell Peoples.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.

Thursday, July 14, 2011

Mr. Larry Junior Sartin

Bear Creek, AL - Larry Junior Sartin, age 63, of Bear Creek, Alabama, passed away Thursday, July 14, 2011 at Russellville Hospital in Russellville, Alabama.

Visitation, 5:00 p.m., Saturday evening, July 16, 2011, at Bethel Baptist Church. Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., Sunday, July 17, 2011, at Bethel Baptist Church. Larry Riddle officiating. Burial in Bethel Cemetery.

Mr. Sartin was born June 3, 1948, in Marion County, Alabama, to Floy Bell Loveless and the late Jim Sartin. He is survived by his spouse Barbara Williams. He was disabled.

He is survived by Kathy Sartin; mother, Floy Bell Loveless; daughter, Tonya Corbin; grandsons, Jeremy Tittle & Hunter Tittle; Barbara Williams; daughters, Tammy Williams & Susan Cummings; grandchildren, Daniel Angwin, Davey Angwin, Kyle George, Kaitlyn George, Christen Kimbrell, Tyler Angwin; sisters, Linda Presley, Stella Cook, Vicki Logan; brothers, Robert L. Sartin, Jimmy Sartin, & Phil Sartin; and a host of relatives & friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jim Sartin; brothers, Doris Jean Sartin & Charles Edward Sartin; sisters Evelyn Robinson & Ava Lee Burleson.

A special thank you to the Hackleburg Fire & Rescue.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.

August 24, 1943 - Friday, July 8, 2011

Ms. Wanda Ritchie Silas

Wanda Ritchie Silas, age 67, of Guin, Alabama, passed away Friday, July 8, 2011 at Gilmore Memorial Hospital.

Funeral service, 11:00 a.m., Monday, July 11, 2011, at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel. Burial in Fulton Bridge Cemetery. Tommy Franks, officiating.

Ms. Silas was born August 24, 1943, in Marion County, Alabama to the late Clyde, and Nettie Johnson Ritchie. She worked as Machine Operator in a garment factory.

She is survived by 1 son, Daniel Jones; 3 sisters, Donna, Dale, and Blanche; and 2 brothers, Hugh; and Kenneth .Ritchie

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.

January 23, 1912 - Sunday, July 10, 2011

Ms. Inez Eula Byrd Smith

Inez Eula Byrd Smith, age 99 years, 5 months, 2 weeks, and 3 days, passed away Sunday, July 10, 2011, at her residence.

Visitation, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Monday, July 11, 2011, at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service, 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 12, 2011, at the Bexar Methodist Church. Burial in Bexar Methodist Church Cementery.

Ms. Byrd was born January 23, 1912, in Marion County, Alabama, to the late C. N. "Chess" and Ophelia Young Byrd. She was retired from Toll Gate Garment Company.

She is survived by 1 son, Harold (Rhemel) Smith; 3 daughters, Joy (Lowell) Robinson, Druellen (Duane) Northam, and Frankie Jones; 15 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 17 great-great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Doil Byrd; 1 sister, Willene Gann; and a host of other relatives, friends, and neighbors.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Chess and Ophelia Byrd; her husband, Luey Franklin Smith; 1 son, Jerry Franklin Smith; 1 son-in-law, Rev. David A. Jones; and 1 great-grandson, Abraham Denver Northam.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.

Mr. Bradley Kenneth Watts

(December 18, 1977 - July 26, 2011)

Sulligent, AL - Bradley Kenneth Watts, age 33, of Sulligent, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, July 26, 2011, in Mississippi, as the result of an automobile accident.

Visitation, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., Wednesday evening, July 27, 2011, at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel in Hamilton, Alabama. Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., Thursday, July 28, 2011, at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel in Hamilton, Alabama. Howard Johnson officiating. Burial in Hamilton Memorial Gardens , Hamilton, Alabama.

Mr. Watts was born December 18, 1977, in Amory, Mississippi, to Mike and Debbie Duke Watts. He worked as a Technician with Tecumseh Motors.

He is survived by his wife, Georgia Watts; his father, Mike (Clara) Watts; his mother, Debbie (Stanley) Nixon; his grandparents, Kenneth & Barbara Watts, and Junior & Betty Duke; 2 sisters, Merida Ambrosino and Renee Nixon; 2 step-sisters, Chrystal (Clay) Wilson, and Tiffany (Derrick) Standridge.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Mary Ellen Duke Griffin.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave., P.O. Box 274, Hamilton, AL. 205-921-3197 - Fax: 205-921-3790. Hackleburg Funeral Home - P.O. Box 169, Hackleburg, AL. 35564 - 205-935-3854 - Fax: 205-921-3790.