Terry Lee Williams, Age 63 of Hamilton, AL (January 23, 1957 – March 30, 2020)

Obituary:

Terry Lee Williams of Hamilton, Alabama.

Age: 63

Born: January 23, 1957 in Marion County, Alabama to the late William Williams and Icie Johnson Williams.

Died: Monday, March 30, 2020 in the North Mississippi Medical Center in Hamilton, Alabama.

Graveside Service: 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Hamilton, Alabama.

Survived By:

Daughter: Audrey Pennington

Grandchildren:

LauraLeigh Pennington

Hayden Pennington

Siblings:

Faye Godsey

Jeanette Plunkett

Dean Dudley

Twin Sister: Sherry Williams McDaniel

Preceded In Death By:

Parents: William Williams and Icie Johnson Williams

Siblings:

Harold Williams

Harlon Lee Williams

Mary Frances Johnson

Hamilton Funeral Home, Hamilton, AL., directing.

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Mary Ruth Dodson Adkins, Age 80 of Winfield, AL (October 21, 1939 – March 29, 2020)

Mary Ruth Dodson Adkins of Winfield, Alabama.

Age: 80

Born: October 21, 1939 in Fayette County, Alabama to Eufaula Byron Dodson and Lucy Belle Byars Dodson.

Died: March 29, 2020 at her residence.

Private Graveside Service: 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at the West Alabama Memorial Gardens in Gu-Win, Marion County, Alabama.

Officiating: Bobby Wright, James Wyers and Mac Adkins

Burial: West Alabama Memorial Gardens.

Survived By:

Husband of over 61 Years: Roger Adkins of Winfield, AL.

Daughters:

Amy Meherg of Winfield, AL.

Cindy (Randy) Webster of Winfield, AL.

Sons:

Richard (Debbie) Adkins of Trinity, AL.

Mac (Kim) Adkins of Prattville, AL.

Grandchildren:

Scott Randolph

Paige Randolph (Mark) Johnston

Michelle Adkins (Joe) Prince

Rachel Adkins (Brandon) Dixon

Blake Meherg

Ben (Mikela) Meherg

Sam Webster

Haley Webster

Andrew Adkins

Annabelle Adkins

Great-Grandchildren:

Boone

Hannah

Bristol

Millie

Sisters:

Louise Burleson

Martha Nell Oelberg

Donna Harkins

And a host of Nieces, Nephews, Other close Relatives and Friends.

Preceded In Death By:

Parents: Eufaula Dodson and Lucy Belle Byars Dodson.

Brothers:

Charlie Joe Dodson

Byron Dodson.

Bio: Mary Ruth was born October 21, 1939, in Fayette County, Alabama to Eufaula Byron Dodson and Lucy Belle Byars Dodson. She was a 1958 graduate of Winfield City High School. Six days after graduation, Mary Ruth married the love of her life, Roger Adkins, on June 1, 1958. She was a homemaker for many years. She then worked at Munsingwear in Guin, Alabama, Bill Rayburn Insurance Agency, and the Plantation Steakhouse for over 20 years. Everyone spoke of her jovial personality, her funny stories, and her love for all people. She enjoyed church activities, the Red Hat Club, Sweet Adeline’s, playing Rook with her friends and spending time with her family at the lake. Mary Ruth loved to sing and was blessed with the unique talent of yodeling.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to; New Hope Church of Christ 2644 County Road 250, Guin, AL 35563 in Mary Ruth’s memory.

Bowen Funeral Home, Winfield, AL., directing.

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Harold L. McDonald, Age 89 of Winfield, (Wayside Community), AL

Obituary:

Harold L. McDonald of Winfield, Alabama, in the Wayside Community, Fayette County, Alabama.

Age: 89

Born: May 6, 1930, to Ulus Grant and Etma Langston McDonald.

Died: Sunday, March 29, 2020 at his residence.

A private family graveside service for Mr. McDonald will be held on Monday, March 30, 2020, from the Old Union Cemetery near Wayside.

Burial: Old Union Cemetery near Wayside Community, Fayette County, Alabama.

Survived By:

Wife of nearly 69 Years: Bertie Mae Cole McDonald

Children:

Carol Wilson

Edwin McDonald

Marie (Gary) Terrell

Paula (Hank) Lash

ten grandchildren: 10

twenty-four great-grandchildren: 24

three great-great-grandchildren: 3

Brother: Dan (Kay) McDonald

Preceded In Death By:

Parents: Ulus G. McDonald and Etma Langston McDonald

Brother: Douglas McDonald.

Bio: Born May 6, 1930 to Ulus Grant and Etma Langston McDonald, Harold McDonald was a 1948 graduate of Winfield City High School. He earned a Master’s Degree in Education from Mississippi State University and a degree in Agriculture from Auburn University. Harold was the Principle and teacher at Wayside School, he taught Ag / Shop at Winfield City High School and taught Sunday School at Wayside Methodist Church for many years. After thirty-one and a half years of being an educator, Mr. McDonald retired and took up fishing with his childhood friend and classmate, James Webster. Harold was an avid gardener, he could grow anything from vegetables to flowers, he enjoyed raising and showing horses, spending time with his family and telling stories to his grandchildren.*

Bowen Funeral Home, Winfield, AL., directing.*

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Karen Nix Harris, Age 61 of Hamilton, AL (July 17, 1958 – March 30, 2020)

Obituary:

Karen Nix Harris of Hamilton, Alabama.

Age: 61

Born: July 17, 1958 in Hamilton,Alabama to Wayne Nix and Martha Nix. Karen was a member of Christ Community Church in Hamilton, Alabama.

Died: March 30, 2020 at her residence.

Visitation: Wednesday, April 1, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Christ Community Church in Hamilton, Alabama.

Funeral Service: Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. at Bethlehem Cemetery, Highway 19 North, Hamilton, Marion County, Alabama.

Officiating: Preston Headrick

Burial: Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at Bethlehem Cemetery.

Survived By:

Husband: Mike Harris

Daughters:

Amy (Ronald) Dillard

Rhea (Jesse) Brinkley

Grandchildren:

Jacob Brinkley

Elizabeth Brinkley

Noah Brinkley

Mailey Dillard

Great-Grandchild:

Sylan Brinkley

Sister:

Kathy (Marty) Dyer

Brother: David Nix

Aunt: Carolyn Sue Baldridge

Special Caregiver: Helen Payne

And a host of Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives, and Friends.

Preceded In Death By:

Parents: Wayne Nix and Martha Nix

And also a special thanks to Asera Care Hospice.

Marion County Funeral Home, Hamilton, AL., directing.

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James Kenneth Cummings, Age 66 of Brilliant, AL (March 26, 1954 – March 28, 2020)

Obituary:

James Kenneth Cummings better known as Kenny of Brilliant, Alabama.

Age: 66

Born: March 26, 1954 in Haleyville, Alabama to James Wesley Cummings and Julia Faye Weeks Cummings.

Died: Saturday, March 28, 2020, at his residence.

Graveside Service: 12:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, 2020 at the Myers Hill Cemetery. We ask those who are unable to attend to please visit Miles Funeral Home’s Facebook page and leave a comment for the family.

Survived By:

Sons:

Jared Matthew Cummings and his wife, Kayla of Dora, AL.

Brandon Cummings and his wife, Kelly of Brilliant, AL.

Sister: Judy Moore and her husband, Gary of Brilliant, AL.

Brother: Anthony Cummings and his wife, Rebecca of Hamilton, AL.

Grandchildren:

Talin Cummings

Avril Cummings

Hazel Cummings

Hadly Cummings

Ethan Cummings

Braden Cummings

Raven Cummings

Grayson Cummings

Jacob Cummings and nieces, nephews and other relatives

Preceded In Death By:

Parents: James Wesley Cummings and Julia Faye Weeks Cummings.

Bio: Kenny was born on March 26, 1954 in Haleyville a son of James Wesley Cummings and Julia Faye Weeks Cummings. He lived most of his life in Marion County and was a 1972 graduate of Brilliant High School. He previously worked as a truck driver and as a drummer in several bands. He liked watching Alabama Football and loved spending time with his grandchildren.*

Miles Funeral Home of Winfield, AL., directing.*

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Shelby Jean Hall, Age 79 of Hackleburg, AL (November 15, 1940 – March 27, 2020)

Obituary:

Shelby Jean Hall of Hackleburg, Alabama.

Born: November 15, 1940 in Tennessee, USA.

Died: Friday, March 27, 2020, at the Russellville Hospital in Russellville, Franklin County, Alabama.

Visitation:  3:00 – 5:00 p.m., Sunday, March 29, 2020, at the Hackleburg Funeral Home in Hackleburg, Alabama.

Funeral Service: 5:00 p.m., Sunday, March 29, at the funeral home.

Burial: Fairview Cemetery in Hackleburg, Marion County, Alabama.

Survived By:

Children:

James Earl Hall

Leonia Hall Pharr

Danny Lee Hall

A host of Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren, Other Relatives, and Friends.

Preceded In Death By:

Husband: Edward Starnes Hall

Son: Edward Hall

Daughter-In-Law: Teresa Hall

Hamilton and Hackleburg Funeral Home, Hackleburg, AL., directing.

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Neva Raper, Age 86 of Mobile, AL (Formerly of Hamilton, AL) (September 2, 1933 – March 24, 2020)

Obituary:

Neva Raper of Mobile, Alabama, formerly of Hamilton, Alabama.

Age: 86

Born: September 2, 1933, at Hamilton, Alabama.

Died: Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at Mobile, Alabama.

Funeral Service: 2:00 p.m., Sunday, March 29, 2020 at the Hamilton Funeral Home in Hamilton, Alabama.

Burial: Liberty Hill Cemetery

Survived By:

Daughters:

Neita (Mark) Phillips

Theresa DeFee

Grandsons:

James D. (Chasekua) Kutzley

Brian K. (Emily) Kutzley

Great-Grandchildren:

Hunter J. Kutzley

Elvin G. Kutzley

Sydevra A. Kutzley

Hamilton Funeral Home, Hamilton, AL., directing.

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John Morris Hull, Age 71 of Winfield, AL (Wayside Community) (October 30, 1948 – March 26, 2020)

Obituary:

John Morris Hull of Winfield, (Wayside Community), Alabama.

Age: 71

Born: October 30, 1948 in Alabama

Died: Monday, March 23, 2020 at his residence.

Visitation: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., Thursday, March 26, 2020, at Bowen Funeral Home in Winfield, Alabama.

Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 27, 2020 at Siloam Baptist Church

Burial: Friday, March 27, 2020 at Siloam Baptist Church Cemetery.

Officiating: Brother Delbert Preuninger

Survived By:

His loving Wife of 51 years: Freddie Ward Hull

Children:

Kim Hull (Glenn) Cummins of Lubbock, TX.

Craig (Melanie) Hull of Winfield, AL.

Lora (Stephen) Vaughan of Winfield, AL.

Grandchildren:

Erin

Kelsey

Jenna

Karly

Jonathan

Kinley

Zoe

Max

Ella

Mary Trimm, mother of Erin, Jenna and Jonathan

Great-Grandchildren:

Sloane

Natalie

Parker

Sister: Rebecca (Ronald) Tison of Rockford, AL.

Sisters-In-Law:

Mary (Seaborn) Chappell

Frances Burns

Brothers-In-Law:

Gary Ward

Dewey (Sandy) Ward

And a host of Nieces, Nephews, Other close Family, and Friends.

Preceded In Death By:

Parents: Morris Hull and Edna Sommer Hull.

Bio: John was born on October 30, 1948 in Rockford, Alabama, to Brother James Morris Hull and Lora Edna Sommer Hull. Mr. Hull was as member of Siloam Baptist Church, and a 1967 graduate of Winfield City High School and attended Northwest State Technical College in Hamilton, AL. He retired from 3M Company in 2013 after 40 years of service.*

In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to; Siloam Baptist Church 1896 County Road 36 Winfield, AL 35594 or Kirkland Bluff Wayside Volunteer Fire Department 7973 Hwy 107 Fayette, AL 35555.

Bowen Funeral Home, Winfield, AL., directing.*

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Edwin Dale Brasher, Age 88 of Winfield, AL (May 5, 1931 – March 12, 2020)

Obituary:

Edwin Dale Brasher of Winfield, Alabama.

Age: 88

Born: May 5, 1931 in Alabama.

Died: Thursday, March 12, 2020 at Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama.

Visitation: 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., Thursday, April 9, 2020 at the Winfield First Baptist Church in Winfield, Alabama.

Funeral Service: 3:00 p.m., Thursday, April 9, 2020 at the Winfield First Baptist Church.

Burial: Thursday, April 9, 2020 in the Winfield City Cemetery, Winfield, Alabama.

Survived By:

Son: Dale (Kitty) Brasher Jr.

Daughter: Beth (Alec) Alexander

Grandchildren:

Ashley Alexander Harris

Austin Alexander

Dale Brasher III

Mack Brasher

Wendy Brasher Raby

Great-Grandchildren:

Evelyn Harris

Henry Harris

Jackson Raby

Carter Raby

Dale “Ford” Brasher, IV

And a host of Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives and Friends.

Preceded In Death By:

Wife: Martha Fancher Brasher

Parents: C. C. “Shorty” Brasher and Eunice Hubbert Brasher

Sisters:

Linda Brasher Smith

Sue Brasher Davis

Brothers:

Billy Ray Brasher

Jake Brasher

Tommy Brasher

Jerry Brasher

Max Brasher.

Bio: Mr. Edwin Dale Brasher was born May 5, 1931 in Alabama to the late C.C. “Shorty” Brasher and Eunice Hubbert Brasher. He was a graduate of Fayette County High School. He attended college and played football at Holmes Community College. He was also a football Letterman at University of Tulsa, where he played in the Gator Bowl. At the University of Tulsa, he received a Bachelor of Arts in Education. He earned his Master’s degree from University of Southern Mississippi. His Educational Specialist degree was achieved at Mississippi State University. He also served in the United States Army, reaching the status of First Lieutenant in the 101st Airborne Unit. Mr. Brasher was a long-time educator and administrator in the Winfield City School System, and he was the athletic director and head football coach for the Pirates from 1965-1975. Mr. Brasher served as the Superintendent of Education for the school system from 1976 until his retirement in 2002. During his tenure as administrator, Winfield Area Vocational School was constructed in 1976, a new Winfield Elementary School was opened in 1985, Winfield Middle School was established in 1989, and a new Winfield City High School was built in 2002. While as the superintendent, Winfield City Schools stood as a flagship for other school systems in the state and nation. The school system was recognized by Governors Guy Hunt and Fob James. It ranked consistently in top 6 statewide in Stanford Achievement Test Scores during his administration. Additionally, Mr. Brasher has been named in the Mississippi Baseball Hall of Fame in 1951, Mississippi High School Football Hall of Fame in 1951, Mississippi High School Coach of the Year, Hines Community College Sports Hall of Fame, University of Tulsa Gator Bowl Team Hall of Fame, Alabama Association of School Administrators District VII President, Alabama Association of School Administrators Board of Directors, and Alabama Association of School Administrators Superintendent of the Year in 2001.*

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Dale Brasher, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund at The Citizens Bank of Winfield, Winfield, Alabama.

Bowen Funeral Home, Winfield, AL., directing.*

 

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James Edward “Jimmy” Lawler, Age 79 of Huntsville, AL (Formerly of Hamilton, AL) (April 16, 1940 – March 9, 2020)

Obituary:

James Edward “Jimmy” Lawler of Huntsville, Alabama.

Age: 79

Born: April 16, 1940, in Detroit, Alabama.

Died: March 19, 2020, at Huntsville Hospital in Huntsville, Alabama.

Visitation: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.,Thursday, March 26, 2020, at Hamilton Funeral Home in Hamilton, Alabama.

Funeral Service: 12:00 p.m., Thursday, March 26, 2020 at the Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel

Burial: Thursday, March 26, 2020 at Hamilton Memorial Gardens (Hamilton Memory Gardens), Hamilton/Weston, Marion County, Alabama.

Survived By:

Wife: Doris Ann McCarley Lawler

Sons: Jimmy Lawler

Scott Lawler

Grandchildren:

Tucker Lawler

Avery Lawler

Brother: Johnny Mack Lawler.

Preceded In Death By:

Parents: James Curtis Lawler and Annie Lee Real Lawler

In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made to the American Cancer Society.

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