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05/08/2026

Tonia Kay Moore

Ms. Tonia Kay Moore, 55, of Somerville, Alabama, passed away Wednesday.

Tonia was a true people person. She was a caring, loving, faithful member of her family and loved them all deeply, especially her grandbabies. She loved to sing and dance, and she was a huge Alabama fan. ROLL TIDE. Tonia had a special personality and lit up any room she entered. Most of all she will be remembered as the strength of her family and the glue that held them together.

Ms. Moore was preceded in death by her parents Howard and Barbara Ann Moore; her grandson Isaac Pogue; her life partner of over 20 years Benjamin Howell; her grandmothers Mary Moore and Mattelyn Holder; and her friend Rosie Edwards.

Surviving family includes her children Mattelyn Ann Moore, Shastin Samantha Moore, Dustin and Lacie Elledge, Nikki and Justin Howell, and Wyatt Buchanan; her siblings Sonya Rae Moore (Melvin), Mary Moore, and Gerald Wade; her step-mother Marquitte Moore; her special friend Ricky Jackson; her niece Sabrina Daniel; nephew Little Melvin; grandchildren Braeden, Levi, Ensleigh, Hezekiah, Jasper, and Alaia; her dog, Bama; and her cats Dolly and Conway Kitty. She is also survived by many other family members and friends.

Funeral services will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers please consider donating below to help the family with necessary funeral expenses.

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05/08/2026

Danny Herbert Childers

Danny Herbert Childers, 71, of Meridianville, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, May 7, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He loved the Lord and accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior.

Danny was a lifelong Alabama football fan. Above all else, he was a family man. He faced his illness with quiet courage and chose to spend his final days at home, wrapped in the love of his wife, children, and grandchildren.

Mr. Childers is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years, Debra Childers of Meridianville; his children, Brandon Childers (September) of New Market, Jamie Michelle Seals (Guy) of Union Hill, Alabama, and Tammy Lynn Childers of Hazel Green; his grandchildren, Adrian, Logan, Cody, Kayla, Travis, Daniel, Alicia, Ashley, Summer, Evan, and Edan; and his great-grandchildren, Parker, Reese, Theo, Kara, Brayden, Rome, Lily, and a baby boy due in June 2026. He is also survived by his mother, Hazel Childers; his brother, Michael Childers; his sisters, Karen Nobrega, Vicky Hawkins, and Patricia Bomar; his best friends, Nemo and Gracie; and a host of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Herbert Matthew Childers; and his brother, Randall Childers.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to his wife, Debra Childers, as she faces the loss of two incomes. Donations may be sent via Cash App to $DebraChilders6.

A celebration of Danny's life will be held at a later date.

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05/06/2026

Joseph Lee Lowe Jr

Mr. Joseph Lee Lowe Jr. of New Market, age 48, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026.

Joseph was born on July 29, 1977. He grew up in Schaumburg, Illinois and later moved to Paris, Tennessee as a teenager. He enjoyed spending time with his family and loved his cats and dogs.

He is survived by his wife, Natalie Lowe; his children, Josh Foley, Kristi Foley, Elizabeth Lowe, and Joseph Lee “Joey” Lowe III; his brother, Ryan Lowe; his sister, Gina Hill (Randall); his father, Joseph Lee Lowe Sr.; his mother-in-law, Deborah Couch; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Cathy Lowe; his father-in-law, Arlie Couch; and his grandmother, Lorraine Lowe.

The family is planning a Celebration of Life to be held at Ridgeway Funeral Home in Paris, Tennessee at a later date.

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05/05/2026

Nancy Jones Kearns

With sadness, we share the passing of Nancy Jones Kearns of Huntsville, AL, formerly of New Market, AL; however, we rejoice knowing that she peacefully transitioned to her eternal home with the Lord on Thursday, April 30, 2026. She was 82 years of age and passed after an extended battle with cancer.

Nancy was born on October 7, 1943, to W. T. and Lillian Erwin Jones. She grew up in New Market and graduated with the Class of 1962 from Buckhorn High School. She received a degree in Education from Athens State University and began her high school teaching career at Hartselle High School, later teaching at Decatur High School. She was an educator for 52 years, teaching English, Literature, and Spanish not only in Alabama but also in Florida. She traveled with groups of her students on educational tours to England, France, Spain, and Mexico, which broadened their knowledge and love for these countries that were so special to her. She taught at the University of Alabama in Huntsville before concluding her teaching career as an adjunct professor at Alabama A&M University. Nancy dedicated her life to teaching, loving, and guiding her many students as they prepared for life’s challenges.

Nancy trusted Jesus as her Lord and Savior as a child and was a faithful member of New Market Baptist Church.

Nancy was preceded in death by her husband of 28 years, William Kearns; her parents, W. T. and Lillian Jones; and her brother, Tom Jones. She is survived by her son, Mike Kearns; her granddaughter, Cassandra Kearns; her sister, Dale (Richard) Peters; her nephew, David Peters; as well as several cousins and many friends.

A memorial service to celebrate Nancy’s life will be held at New Market Baptist Church, 5412 Wi******er Road, New Market, on Saturday, May 9 at 2:00 PM, with Reverend Bobby Eads officiating and with Pastor Jeff Reeves and Mr. Carl Fears providing music.

Memorial contributions in Mrs. Kearns memory may be made to New Market Baptist Church, PO Box 128, New Market, AL 35761.

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05/05/2026

Darrell Wayne Bell

Darrell Wayne Bell, of Toney, Alabama, passed into eternal life on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the age of 56. He was born on May 22, 1969, in Huntsville, Alabama, and was a 1987 graduate of J.O. Johnson High School.

Darrell married the love of his life, Stephanie, on April 10, 1993, and they were nearly inseparable from that day forward. He was the President and Owner of Bowers Plumbing Company, Inc. He was also a lifetime member of the Toney Volunteer Fire Department, where he served in many roles, including President from 2008 to 2012. Darrell will be remembered for his strength, servant’s heart, deep love for his family, and unwavering faith. He loved his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and shared his faith whenever he was given the opportunity. He was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church.

A true fighter, he courageously battled cancer, defeating it twice before his final diagnosis. He was a proud father who loved nothing more than time with family, especially watching his sons, Brennan and Tanner, play soccer. He spent many hours coaching basketball and baseball, pouring into the lives of countless young people along the way. He also enjoyed traveling with lifelong friends and spending time working on his beloved 1966 Chevy C-10, “Scarlett.”

He is survived by his wife, Stephanie Bell; his sons, Brennan Bell (Kennedy) and Tanner Bell (Haley); his grandson, Jennings, whom he lovingly called “J-Man”; his parents, John and Peggy Bowers; his uncle, Jeff Bell (Laynette); his cousin, Rodney Boone; and a host of other friends and family.

He was preceded in death by his father, Phillip Bell; his grandparents, T.J. and Christine Bell; and Frazier and Nola Bright.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Hazel Green. A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., also at First Baptist Church of Hazel Green with Dr. Kevin Moore officiating. The family will receive visitors from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Friday prior to the service. Following the service at the church, burial with firefighter honors will be held at Charity Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Tim Lyon, Billy Gentle, Jeff Bell, David Stair, Keith Tanner, and Rodney Boone.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Toney Volunteer Fire Department to honor Darrell’s service to the community. Donations can be made online here.

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05/04/2026

Jennifer Lim

Ms. Jennifer Lorene Lim, of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away Sunday. She was 35.

Jennifer was an adventurous person who lived in the spur of the moment. She loved concerts, her dogs, and getting her nails and hair done. She was a hard worker, which was evident in her work in the garden and in taking care of her children. Jennifer never met a stranger, as she would strike up a conversation with anyone. Most of all, she will be remembered for her love for her family and her children, whom she loved deeply.

Ms. Lim was preceded in death by her father, Alfredo Lim; her son, Khylan Lim; her grandmother, Elizabeth Lim; her grandfather, Jaquin Lim; and her sister, Raven Macklin.

Surviving family includes her mother, Sharron Lim (AD); her sisters, Jessica Lim, Cynthia Heatherly (Michael), and Kimberly Jones; her grandmother, Jolene Hallman; her grandfather, Billy R. Whitt (Becky); her uncles, Jimmy Whitt, Billy M. Whitt, Lowranzy Whitt, Matthew Whitt, Tito Edwin, Tito Noy, Tita Malen, Tita Jean, Tita Me-Ann, and Tita Dess; her nieces, Kalila and Josie; her nephew, Jr.; her children, Quayshaun Jr., Quay’Lynn, Brycen, Brayleigh, and Breelyn; and her cousin, Ashley Pentecost (Lane). She is also survived by many other family members and friends.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 6, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Hazel Green Funeral Home. The service will be held on Thursday, May 7, at 12:00 PM in the funeral home chapel. Burial will follow at Decatur City Cemetery.

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05/04/2026

Phillip Larry Moon

Phillip Larry Moon, born September 2, 1966 in Huntsville passed away at his home in Ardmore, TN.

His dry humor and love for all things Three Stooges, University of Alabama sports, especially football, his precious fur babies, and his family will be forever in our memories. He was the light of holiday get-togethers, working hard to beat anyone who dared play him in board and card games, and telling stories of days gone by with his usual flair, having the entire room crying with laughter.

Phillip could quote scenes from movies and sports statistics. He loved history, studying World War 2 in particular, was a math whiz, and enjoyed reading, especially Stephen King.

While leading a mostly solitary life, his greatest love was for his fur babies. Often having several dogs at a time as opposed to just one. After the last group of four passed, he was only planning to get one because the pain of losing them was too much. He stuck to that plan for about a week, as he couldn’t pass up the other two he saw offered at a pet store. He then said he couldn’t go to any more pet stores, too much temptation for his soft heart. They began getting older as well with the last one passing in February of this year. Their ashes will join his burial at a later date.

Phillip is preceded in death by his father, Larry Moon, grandparents, and his most recent fur babies, Corky, Oscar, and Floyd.

Phillip is survived by his mother, Brenda Ledbetter, his sister Michelle Speck (John) along with a large extended family including nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.

He will be missed.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, May 9th, from 11 A.M. until 12 P.M. at Hazel Green Funeral Home. The Memorial service will follow at 12 P.M. in the funeral home chapel with Brother Cleo Moon officiating.

In Lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to a local animal shelter in Mr. Moon's Memory.

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05/04/2026

To all the teachers in our community - thank you.

We appreciate everything you do, every single day.

05/02/2026

Dwight Milburn Gross

It is with deep sorrow and steadfast hope in Christ that we announce the passing of Pastor Dwight Milburn Gross, Jr., who entered into eternal life on May 1, 2026, at the age of 64.

Born on May 30, 1961, in Hazard, Kentucky, Milburn was the beloved son of Dwight Milburn Gross and Janice Hurt Gross. A man of deep faith and remarkable dedication, Milburn faithfully served both his community and his Savior as a pastor and an attorney. At the time of his passing, he was serving as the pastor of First Flint River Baptist Church. His life was a testament to service, intellect, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to the Lord.

Milburn devoted 26 years to pastoral ministry, during which he preached approximately 1,800 sermons, faithfully proclaiming the Gospel and shepherding those entrusted to his care. In addition to his ministry, he practiced law for 35 years, serving his clients with integrity, wisdom, humility, and truthfulness.

Milburn devoted himself to education and learning, earning a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science from the University of Alabama, a Juris Doctor degree from the same institution, and a Master’s degree in Religion from Liberty University. He balanced his roles as a pastor, attorney, and student with impressive determination and grace.

A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Milburn cherished his family deeply. He was proud of each of them and often shared details of their lives. He is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth “Beth” Gross; his father, Dwight Milburn Gross; his mother, Janice Hurt Gross; his daughter, Mary Elizabeth Boyett and her husband, Jacob; and his son, Dwight William Gross; He was a proud grandfather to Hudson and Grayson Boyett, who brought him immense joy.

He is also survived by his beloved sister, Jennifer Lunceford and her husband, Jerry; his niece, Brithany Ferrell and her husband, Nathan; and his nephew, Bryant Barton. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Dora Combs Gross, Conda Milburn Gross, Della Smith Hurt and Carl Hurt.

Milburn will be remembered for his strong faith, his love for music and ministry, his sharp legal mind, and his ability to encourage and guide others. He was also a passionate fan of Alabama Crimson Tide football, always happy to cheer them on. Whether in the pulpit, the courtroom, or among family and friends, he lived a life marked by purpose, compassion, and conviction.

The family will receive friends on Sunday evening from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Hazel Green Funeral Home. A Celebration of Worship and Remembrance will be held on Monday, May 4, 2026 at 2:00 pm at First Flint River Baptist Church on Moores Mill Road in Meridianville with the Reverend Bobby Eads officiating and with Joey Newton and Will Gross sharing reflections. Music will be provided by David Freeman and Mark Tate. Burial will follow the service in Flint River Cemetery adjoining the church.

In the words of the faith he lived so boldly, Milburn now rests in victory, free from pain, and in the presence of his Savior. He had made that sure and certain and would desire for each of us to follow his example.

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05/02/2026

It is with regret that we announce the death of our friend and attorney, Pastor D. Milburn Gross, Jr. While we grieve with his family, we celebrate his new life that is just beginning and are thankful for his example of faith and trust.

04/30/2026

Sondra Renee Lee

Ms. Sondra Renee Lee, age 53, of Hazel Green, Alabama, passed away on Monday.

Sondra was born on March 26, 1973, in Chicago, Illinois. She was a devoted mother, daughter, and friend who found her greatest joy in caring for her family. Sondra loved cooking—especially preparing meals for those she loved—and enjoyed listening to music. She will be remembered for her strong personality, her love for her children, and the way she brought people together.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gordon Leslie Lee who passed away on April 19, 2019 and Mildred Marie Lee who passed away on February 20, 2019; her sister, Linda Jones; her nephew, Robby Neeley; her nephew, Ricky Ashby; her sister-in-law, Debbie Lee; and her close friend, Jodie Burrough.

Sondra is survived by her loving children, Scott Farmer and his significant other, Harley Boyett; William Farmer; Allen Farmer and his significant other, Gabby Hamby; and Dylan White and his significant other, Auburn Miller. She is also survived by her siblings, Ricky Lee and wife Janice; Roger Lee; Debbie Ashby and husband Ricky Ashby; and Tina Buchanan; her god-sister, Tina Burrough; her grandchildren: Lily, Karson, Graylynn, Violetta, Eliana, and Luka and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 5pm until 8pm at Hazel Green Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Saturday morning at 10:30am at the funeral home. Burial will then follow in New Sharon Cemetery.

Sondra’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

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