June 2010

Tuesday June 8, 2010

Mr. Lynon Franklin Cox

Lynon, Franklin Cox, age 95, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at the Golden Living Center, Winfield, Alabama.

Funeral service, 11:00 a.m., Wednesday morning, June 9, 2010 at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel, Hamilton, Alabama. Elvis Cochran officiating. Burial in New Hope Cemetery, Hamilton, Alabama.

Mr. Cox was born January 2, 1915, in Marion County, Alabama to the late A. L. and Susan Tice Cox. He was retired and living in the Golden Living Center in Winfield, Alabama.

He is survived by 1 daughter, Doris Jeffreys; 1 granddaughter, Deborah (Ray) Webster; 2 great-grandchildren, Brandon (Dusty) Webster and Bo (Stacy) Webster; 4 great-great-grandchildren, Colton, Abby, Slade, and Kylie; 1 sister, Tennie Burleson; and a host of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, A. L. and Susan Tice Cox; his wife, Addie Holmes Cox; 1 brother, Henry Cox; 5 sisters, Hester, Nellie, Ida, Carrie, and Minnie; 2 sons-in-law, Ralph Emerson and Kenneth Jeffreys.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave. East, 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.

Sunday June 27, 2010

Ms. Fannie C. Crump

Fannie C. Crump, age 93, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Sunday, June 27, 2010 at the North MS. Medical Center Nursing Home in Hamilton, Alabama.

Visitation, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon Friday, July 2, 2010 at Liberty Hill Church, Hamilton, Alabama. Funeral service, 12:00 Noon, Friday, July 2, 2010 at the church. Burial in Beaver Creek Cemetery.

Ms. Crump was born July 4, 1916, in Marion County, Alabama.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave. East, 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 June 24, 2010

Mr. Jerry Duane Dolley December 31st, 1939 - June 24th, 2010

Jerry Duane Dolley, age 70, Phil Campbell, Alabama, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2010 at his residence. A memorial service will be Sunday, June 27, 1:00 P.M. at his home in Phil Campbell. Mr. Dolley was born December 31, 1939 in to the late William and Lila Dolley in Michigan. He had lived in Franklin County for the past 36 years. He was a self-employed carpenter. He is survived by his wife, Cynthia Lynn Dolley, Phil Campbell, AL.; 6 children, Dee Ann Murphy, MI, Duane Dolley, Russellville, AL., Darla Yost, MI, Darwin Dolley, MI, Donnette Galloup, MI, Dee Lila Dolley, Russellville, AL.; 20 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by parents, William and Lila Dolley; and 1 brother, Bill Dolley.

Pinkard Funeral Home Russellville, AL. assisted the family..

Tuesday June 22, 2010

Mr. John Louis Fell

John Fell, age 74, of Vina, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2010 at his residence.

Visitation, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., Thursday Night, June 24, 2010, at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel, Hamilton, Alabama. Funeral service, 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 25, 2010 at the Landmark Freewill Baptist Church, Hamilton, Alabama . Burial, Shottsville Cemetery , Shottsville Community, Marion County, Alabama.

Obituary from Funeral Home:

John Louis Fell, born August 24, 1935 to Arita and Benjamin Fell. He was a loving husband and married to Peggy Childers Fell for 17 years. He was a wonderful father to Beverly Harrison of Las Vegas, Nevada; Michael (Marilyn) Otts of Prosser, WA.; Benaye (Charles) Pannell, New Albany, MS.

He was a wonderful grandfather to Selena Otts, Johnwaylon Pannell, Michaela Otts, Hannahshane Pannell, Caitlin Otts and Samantha Pannell. Brother-in-law, Wade (Becky) Childers, Hamilton, AL.; sister-in-law, Joyce (Jimmy) Holloway, Hamilton, AL. Three nephews, Chris Spearman, Chad (Amy) Spearman, Bronson (Candi) Childers and a niece, Sly Childers, three great-nieces, Carissa and Gracie Spearman, Bree Childers, one great-nephew, Hunter Spearman.

He was retired from Ford Motor Company in Utica, MI., where he worked as a Superintendent for 32 years. He was a faithful member of Landmark Freewill Baptist Church where he was the adult men Sunday School teacher until his illness. Preceded in death by his parents and sisters Linda Capps and Benita Fell.

Pallbearers: Chris Spearman, Bronson Childers, Lane Emerson, Shane Glover, Steve Shotts. Honorary Pallbearers: The Men's Sunday School Class.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave. East, 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.

Friday June 4, 2010

Mr. J. T. Franklin

Mr. J. T. Franklin, age 82, of Sulligent, Alabama, passed away Friday, June 4, 2010 at Sunset Manor, Guin, Alabama. Visitation, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., Sunday evening, June 6, 2010 at Otts' Funeral Home, Sulligent, Alabama. Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., at Otts' Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Mitch Nethery officiating. Burial in the Gilmer Addition of the Sulligent City Cemetery. Active pallbearers, Larry Franklin, Bill Franklin, Mike Franklin, Doug Cantrell, and Tony Franklin. Honorary pallbearers, Richard Roberts, John Boyett, Ted Boyett, Robert Foster, richard Hester, Joey Knight, Leon Hollis, J.C. Hollis, Nig Hollis, Bo Morris, Scott Boman, and James Hill Maddox. Mr. Franklin was born September 13, 1927 in Lamar County, Alabama to the late James W. and Eula Lewis Franklin. He was a member of the Sulligent United Methodist Church and he attended Sulligent High School. He was owner and operator of Franklin Poultry for 30 years. He was a former member of the Sulligent Lions Club and was on the Advisory Board at the First State Bank in Sulligent, Alabama. He is survived by his wife, Ann Franklin, Sulligent, AL.; 1 son, Gary Franklin, Sulligent, AL.; 2 daughters, Diane Franklin Griffin, Tampa, FL., and Sandra Franklin (Ronnie) Black, Sulligent, AL.; 1 granddaughter, Ashley Rogers, Sulligent, AL.; 1 brother, Glenn (Joyce) Franklin, Sulligent, AL.; 1 sister, Dot (Donald) Cantrell, Sulligent, AL.; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by parents, James W. and Eula Franklin; 5 brothers, Lonnie Franklin, Connie Franklin, Moman Franklin, Hewitt Franklin and Stanley Franklin; and 1 infant brother.

Otts Funeral Home, Sulligent, AL. directing.

Sunday, June 13, 2010

Ms. Harriet Franks

Harriet Franks, age 97, formerly of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Sunday, June 13, 2010 at the Hyde Park Health Care Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Visitation, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at Mount Olive Church. Funeral service, 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at Mount Olive Church. Burial in Mt. Olive Cemetery.

Marion County Funeral Home assisted the family.

Friday June 18, 2010

Mr. Franky Frederick

Franky Frederick, age 57, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Friday, June 18, 2010 at the Huntsville Hospital.

Visitation, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., Saturday, June 19, 2010 at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel, Hamilton, Alabama. Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel. Burial in Cooper Cemetery.

Mr. Frederick was born December 25, 1952 to Jewel Frederick.

He is survived by 3 sons, Seth Jeremy and Dylan Frederick; his mother, Jewel Frederick; 5 grandchildren; 1 sister, Marilyn Morgan; and 1 brother, Bryan Frederick.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave. East, 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.

Monday June 7, 2010 Mr. Buel Thaddeus Hall

Buel Thaddeus Hall, age 85, of River Falls, Wisconsin, formerly of Hackleburg, Alabama, passed away Monday, June 7, 2010, at the River Falls Area Hospital. Private funeral service held at the Cashman-Hill funeral Home in River Falls, Wisconsin. Burial in Greenwood Cemetery. Pallbearers, Edward Hall, Jim Larsen, Nathan Pomeroy, Matthew Pomeroy, Samuel Larsen, and Hunter Hall. Honorary Pallbearers, Harold and Joseph Hall. Mr. Hall was born August 1, 1924, in Hackleburg, Alabama, to the late William Levi and Ethie Patterson Hall. He married Joan Audrey Foster, September 5, 1953 and Dolores Wilson, February 8, 1992. Both have preceded him in death. Buel left school in the 9th grade to help support his family. As part of the New Deal, he was accepted in the Welding Vocational training program in the Mobile, Alabama shipyards as an apprentice welder. He served in the Army throughout the entire Pacific Campaign during WWII, notably in the New Guinea Campaign and in the Invasion of the Philippines. After the war, he remained in the Army, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant. He worked as a Journeyman Lithographic Pressman, primarily with Ladendorf Brothers' Printing in Chicago, Illinois for over 20 years. In his later years, he served as a handy-man for the Foster Associates, fixing and maintaining their properties. Buel was a Drag Racer for a number of years and a true "Car Guy", for many years, augmenting his income as a "shade tree" mechanic. He was a good Christian man and attended the Baptist Church. Buel will probably be remembered for his sense of humor and playful nature. A gregarious and outgoing person, he helped many people, sometimes total strangers, especially with their car issues. He is survived by 3 children, Patricia Jo (James) Larsen, Edward Foster Hall, and Dianne (Jerry) Matejka; 5 grandchildren, Nathan Pomeroy, Matthew Pomeroy, Katherine Matejka, Samuel Larson, Hunter Hall, and Joseph Hall; and 1 brother, Bures Hall. He was preceded in death by his wives, Joan Audrey Foster Hall and Dolores Wilson Hall; his parents, William Levi and Ethie Patterson Hall; 4 sisters, Leona, Vernell, Agnes, and Nona; and 1 brother, Buford.

Cashman-Hill Funeral Home & Cremation Service of River Falls, WI., assisted the family with arrangements .

Saturday June 5, 2010

Mr. Tommy Hammitte

Tommy Hammitte, age 82, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2010 at Marion Regional Medical Center in Hamilton, Alabama.

Visitation, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m., Monday, June 7, 2010 at Marion County Funeral Home, Hamilton, Alabama. Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., Monday following visitation at the Marion County Funeral Home Chapel. Burial in Love Joy Cemetery, Hamilton, Alabama.

Marion County Funeral Home assisted the family.

Thursday June 24, 2010

Thomas Earl Harper, Sr. July 29th, 1931 - June 24th, 2010

Mr. Thomas Earl Harper, Sr., age 88, Natural Bridge, Alabama, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2010, at his home. Visitation, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., Sunday, June 27th, 2010 at Pinkard Funeral Home, Haleyville, Alabama. Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., Monday, June 28th, 2010, at Pinkard Funeral Home, Haleyville, Alabama. Larry Shifflett officiating. Burial in King School House Cemetery, Natural Bridge, Alabama. Mr. Harper served in the United States Army during WWII, he retired from General Motors, and was of the Baptist Faith. He is survived by his son, Thomas E. Harper, Jr., his wife Sandra Harper; 1 brother, 1 Arlie Harper; 1 sister, Josie Hyde; 15 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren, 9 great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents,A.M. and Manerva Harper; brother, John Lee Harper; wife's, Margaret Harper and Nina Harper; son, Clyde Ray Harper.

Pinkard Funeral Home, Haleyville, AL directing..

Monday June 21, 2010

Ms. Elsie Holliday (March 21, 1918 - June 21, 2010)

Ms. Elsie Holliday, age 92, of Sulligent, Alabama, passed away Monday, June 21, 2010 at Sunset Manor in Guin, Alabama.

Funeral services, 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, June 23, 2010, Otts Funeral Home Chapel. Burial in Gilmer Addition / Sulligent City Cemetery.

Visitation will be at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 6 until 8 P.M. In Lieu of Flowers, donations may be made to Sulligent First Baptist Church Pre-School Program or St. Jude's Hospital.

Active pallbearers, Earnest Flippo, Cory Flippo, Paul Barker, Johnny Graham, Paul Reeves and Jim Reeves. Honorary pallbearers, Frank Buckley, Frank Cox, Junior Ray, Billy Ogden, Dr. Dale Spruiell and Dr. Gary Thomas. Ms. Holliday was born March 21, 1918 in Franklin County, AL to the late John Sherman and Etta Mae Baggett McCarley. She was a member of Sulligent First Baptist Church. Ms. Holliday enjoyed gardening, flowers and working at the library. She is survived by 1 son, Joseph Robert "Bobby" (Barbara) Holliday Jr., Hamilton, AL.; 1 grandson, Joseph Robert "Rob" Holliday III, Sulligent, AL.; 2 great-grandsons, Joseph Reid Holliday and Robert Blake Holliday; 2 sister-in-laws, Julie McCarley and Edna Barker; 5 nieces; and 4 nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Sherman and Etta Mae McCarley; 3 brothers, Cartie Lee McCarley, Arbury McCarley and Mack McCarley; and 1 sister, Elma McCarley Orr. Otts Funeral Home of Sulligent, AL in charge of arrangements.

Friday June 25, 2010 Mr. Rickey Hollis

Rickey Hollis, age 60, of Guin, Alabama, passed away Friday, June 25, 2010 in the Brookwood Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama. Visitation, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Sunday, June 27, 2010 at the Norwood Funeral Home, Guin, Alabama. Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., Monday, June 28, 2010 at the Norwood Funeral Home Chapel in Guin, Alabama. Burial in the Love Joy Cemetery, Beaverton, Alabama. Bro. Scott Stokes and Bro. Israel Price officiating. Mr. Hollis was born in Winfield, Alabama to Arvil "Buck" and Evelyn Woods Hollis. Married to Maedean Busbee Hollis, he had lived in Guin, Alabama most of his life and was a member of the Gu-Win Baptist Church. He is survived by his Wife, Maedean Busbee Hollis, Guin, AL.; his parents, Arvil "Buck" and Evelyn Woods Hollis, Guin, AL.; 1 daughter, Tracey Lynn (Shannon) Webb of Guin, AL.; 3 sons, Darren (Myra) Hollis, Guin, AL., Jason (April) Hollis, Guin, AL, and Rodney (Chasity) Hollis, Winfield, AL.; 9 grandchildren; 2 sisters, Virginia Jones, Winfield, Winfield, AL., and Irene Whitehead of Guin, AL.; 2 brothers, Bill Hollis, Millport, AL., and Bobby Hollis, Guin, AL. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Mack Hollis and a twin brother at birth.

Norwood Funeral Home, Inc., Guin, AL. directing.

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Mr. Fred Griffin Holloway

Fred Griffin Holloway, age 84, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at the Russellville Hospital in Russellville, Alabama.

Visitation, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 4, 2010 at the Hamilton Funeral Home with funeral service to begin in the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Eddie Davidson officiating. Burial in the Hamilton City Cemetery.

Mr. Holloway was born February 17, 1926 in Marion County, Alabama to the late Clovis and Estill Dyar Holloway. He was retired from the State of Alabama.

He is survived by his wife, Lorene Holloway; 1 daughter, Rhena (Jimmy) Rea; 3 grandsons, Kyle, Kent, and Kiefer Rea; 1 great-grandchild, Addison Rea; 3 brothers, Connie Mack Holloway, Jimmy Holloway, and Randle Holloway; and 1 sister, Barbara Clark.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clovis and Estill Dyar Holloway; 2 brothers, Auther Britten Holloway and Jack Holloway.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave. East, 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.

Monday June 14, 2010

Mr. Marlin J. Lann

Marlin J. Lann, age 47, of Detroit, Alabama, passed away Monday, June 14, 2010 at the Golden Living Center.

Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 16, 2010 at Pleasant Site Church. Ricky Gattis officiating. Burial in Pleasant Site Cemetery.

Mr. Lann was born February 10, 1963 to the late J. H. and Mary Ruth Upton.

He is survived by 1 brother, Timothy Earl "Timbo" Lann (Patricia); 2 sisters, Tina Ruth Terrell (Rodney), and Angela Diane Bailey (Larry); 2 half-brothers, George Melvin and Michael Melvin.

He was preceded in death by his parents, J.H. and Mary Ruth Upton; and 1 sister, Gina Ann Lann.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave. East, 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.

Friday June 4, 2010

Ms. Vernell Carter Lee

Vernell Carter Lee, age 82, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Friday, June 4, 2010 at The Meadows in Fulton, Mississippi.

Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 6, 2010 at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel, Hamilton, Alabama. Bro. Van Dale Hudson officiating. Burial in Mt. Zion Cemetery, Hamilton, Alabama.

She was born January 4, 1928 in Marion County, Alabama to the late Cleat and Ila Williams Gann. She was a Homemaker.

She is survived by 3 sons, Hugh (Jeanette) Carter, and Keith (Tracy) Carter, and Marty Carter; 1 daughter, Janice (Cully) Hartsell; 6 grandchildren, Norman (Betty) Carter, Jason (Samantha) Hartsell, Calle (Taylor) Arnold, Ky Carter, Hayden Whiteley, and Erika (Jeremy) Whitworth; 3 great-grandchildren, Lyndsay (Zack) Gregg, Larra Jeanette Carter, and Wyatt Arnold.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave. East, 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.

(Revised 6/23/2010)

Mo nday June 21, 2010

Mr. Eugene Void Lolley

Eugene Void Lolley, age 81, of Hackleburg, Alabama, passed away Monday, June 21, 2010 at his residence.

Visitation, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., Friday, June 25, 2010 at the Marion County Funeral Home, Hamilton, Alabama.

Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 26, 2010, Marion County Funeral Home Chapel.

Burial in Union Hill Cemetery, Hackleburg, Alabama. Marion County Funeral Home assisted the family.

Sunday June 6, 2010

Mr. Alexander Martinez

Alexander Martinez, age 63, of Hamilton, Alabama, passed away Sunday, June 6, 2010 at his residence.

Funeral service, 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 11, 2010 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church.

Mr. Martinez was born June 6, 1947 in Texas.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave. East, 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, June 10, 2010

Ms. Dorothy Mullenix (October 24, 1948 - June 10, 2010)

Dorothy Mullenix age 61 of Vernon, Alabama passed away Thursday June 10, 2010 at the residence.

Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later.

Otts Funeral Home of Sulligent, AL directing.

Friday June 4, 2010

Mr. Hugh Don Raburn

Hugh Don Raburn, age 65, of Phil Campbell, Alabama, passed away Friday, June 4, 2010 at Russellville Hospital, Russellville, Alabama.

Visitation, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Sunday, June 6, 2010 at the Hamilton Funeral Home. Funeral service, 2:00 p.m., Monday, June 7, 2010 at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel, Hamilton, Alabama. Randall Tice officiating. Burial in Union Hill Cemetery.

Mr. Raburn was born Marth 31, 1945 in Marion County, Alabama to Dewey D. and Mettie Pope Raburn.

He is survived by his wife, Betty Sue Jackson Raburn; 1 son, Donnie Hugh Raburn; and 1 sister, Lonnie Bell Parker.

Hamilton Funeral Home directing, 518 Bexar Ave. East, 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 June 17, 2010

Richard Lee Smith (May 3, 1936 - June 17, 2010)

Mr. Richard Lee Smith, age 74, of Sulligent, Alabama passed away Thursday, June 17, 2010 at Generations of Vernon.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at 2:00 P.M at Otts Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in Fairview Cemetery. Bishop Foster Wallace will be officiating.

Visitation will be at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 6 until 8 P.M.

Mr. Smith was born May 3, 1936 in Lamar County, AL to the late Napleon and Goldie Metcalfe Smith. He was a member of Roxanna Independent Church of God. Mr. Smith had previously worked for McDaniel Logging in Kennedy, AL. He enjoyed Riding around and hanging and talking with his friends. SURVIVORS: Brother: Roosevelt (Fayrene) Smith, Sulligent, AL Sister: Dorothy Hollis, Sulligent, AL Host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends PRECEDED IN DEATH BY: Parents: Napleon and Goldie Smith Brother: Henry Frank Smith Brother-in-law: Charles Hollis.

Otts Funeral Home of Sulligent, AL in charge of arrangements.

Wednesday June 23, 2010

Ms. Juanita Taylor (June 8, 1938 - June 23, 2010)

Juanita Taylor, age 72, of Sulligent, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, June 23, 2010 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. Visitation, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Otts Funeral Home, Saturday evening, June 26, 2010. Funeral service, 3:00 p.m., Sunday, June 27, 2010 at Otts Funeral Home Chapel. Burial in Wofford Cemetery. Bro. Marion Dees Jr. and Bro. Jerry Oakes officiating. Ms. Taylor was born June 8, 1938 in Lamar County, Alabama to the late Roy and Jeanette O'Mary Weeks. She attended First Assembly of God in Sulligent and Cornerstone Worship Center in Columbus, Mississippi. Ms. Taylor attended Sulligent High School. She had previously worked at Sulligent Library and Sulligent School Lunchroom. She also had previously worked and managed Bills Dollar Store and for McCoy Manufacturing. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, quilting and reading. Active pallbearers, Tim Merchant, Tony Robertson, Phillip Weeks, Donald Jones, Edward Taylor, Nathan Reeves, Robbie Rost and Jeff Smith. She is survived by 1 son, Robert (Dianita) Taylor, Pinson, AL.; 1 daughter, Sandra (Paul) Reeves, Columbus, MS.; 4 grandchildren, Michael Taylor, Briana Taylor, Joshua Reeves and Jacob Reeves; 3 brothers, Clyde Weeks, Sulligent, AL., Steve Weeks, Sulligent, AL., and Joe Mack Weeks, Beaverton, AL.; 4 sisters, Martha Frakes, Winfield, AL., Peggy Chaffin, Guin, AL., Virginia Franks, Guin, AL., and Tammy Gilmore, Nebraska. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Jeanette O'Mary Weeks; her husband, Calvin Taylor; and 1 sister, Patricia Andresen. Otts Funeral Home, Sulligent, AL., directing.

June 24, 2010

William Douglas Wright

William Douglas Wright, age 88, Sheffield, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2010. Visitation, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Saturday, June 26, 2010 at Morrison Funeral Home, Tuscumbia, Alabama. Graveside service, 2:00 p.m. Sunday, June 27, 2010, Winfield City Cemetery, Winfield, Alabama. Nephews served as pallbearers. Mr. Wright was a Navy veteran, retired from TVA and a member of First United Methodist Church of Sheffield, Alabama. He is survived by his brother, Charles Harvey Wright, Florence, AL.; 2 sisters, Rebecca Hearn, Sheffield, AL., and Catherine Brooks, KY.; 2 sisters-in-law, Eloise Mills, and Reva Wright; and a host of nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sorona Briggs Wright and Pauline Pickens Wright; wife, Margaret Inez Caudell Wright; brother, Sammy Briggs Wright; sisters, Jeanette Rose and Sue Byram. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by all.

Miles Funeral Home, Winfield, AL., directing.