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Locally owned and operated by the Martin Family. Russellville’s ONLY locally owned Funeral Home Welcome to the Akins Funeral Home, Inc.

website. As a local family owned and operated business for the past 28 plus years, we proudly continue to offer the very best in service and merchandise. In an age when many funeral homes are being acquired by large corporations, Akins Funeral Home remains committed to the local community. Simply stated: "We believe people come first, we think you will find this refreshing in an era that tends to feel the main objective of a business is amassing large profits without regard to the quality of services rendered." If you have made prearrangements or prepaid with another funeral home we can easily transfer those benefits on your behalf at no extra charge to be used at Akins Funeral Home.

Brenda Kaye Lowery, age 76 of Sheffield, passed away Friday, April 3, 2026 at home surrounded by her loving family.She w...
04/10/2026

Brenda Kaye Lowery, age 76 of Sheffield, passed away Friday, April 3, 2026 at home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born March 4, 1950 to Claude and Lottie Lowery. Brenda was loving and caring and was known for her sense of humor. She enjoyed singing and helping others.

Family will hold a memorial service at a later date.

Brenda is survived by her son, Michael Lowery; brother, Dwight (Sheila) Lowery; brothers-in-law, Sam Sneed and Robert Hill; and a host of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Lottie Lowery; and sisters, Betty Hill and Claudia Sneed.

Brenda was born on March 4th, 1950 and passed away on April 3rd, 2026 at the age of 76

Lynda Carol Mayfield, age 81, of Russellville, passed away on April 6, 2026 at her home. She was born on January 12, 194...
04/07/2026

Lynda Carol Mayfield, age 81, of Russellville, passed away on April 6, 2026 at her home.

She was born on January 12, 1945, to Jack and Marie Porter. Lynda loved spending time with her family and cherished every moment with those she loved. She worked at Wagon Wheel in Russellville for over 40 years as a fashion stylist. Lynda took great pride in caring for her clients and helping them plan their outfits for special occasions. She was active in the study groups at First Methodist Church in Russellville. Lynda believed strongly in God and faithfully read her Bible. She was a beautiful, kind, and independent soul who was loved and will be missed by many.

Visitation will be Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. -2:00 p.m. at First Methodist Church in Russellville, Alabama, where the service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be at Cherry Hill Baptist Church Cemetery near East Franklin. Brother Toby Chastain will officiate.

Lynda is survived by her sister, Lauranne (Mark) James; nephew, Porter James (fiancée, Karlie Moore); a host of cousins and friends; and special friends, Betty Webb and Debbie Barnes Pounders, who were like sisters to her.

She was preceded in death by her father, Jack Porter; mother, Marie Porter; brother, Tim Porter; and nephew, Brad Porter.

Lynda was born on January 12th, 1945 and passed away on April 6th, 2026 at the age of 81

Annie Sue Long, age 87, of Russellville passed away on April 2, 2026. Her family was honored to be with her as she left ...
04/03/2026

Annie Sue Long, age 87, of Russellville passed away on April 2, 2026. Her family was honored to be with her as she left this life to spend eternity with the Lord Jesus.

She was born in January 31, 1939 to the late William Arthur and Lillie Pearline Turbyfill. To her children, she was “Momma” and to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren she was “Nan” or “Nannie”. She was a life-long resident of Franklin County and a devoted member of Russellville First Baptist Church. She truly loved to use her skills as a cook to provide for family and loved ones and she loved to see a full stomach. She had a strong work ethic and was a woman of great integrity.

Visitation will be Monday, April 6, at Akins Funeral Home in Russellville, Alabama, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon with the memorial service to follow at 12:00 noon. Brother Chase Dowdy and Brother Joel Davis will officiate.

Survivors include her children, Lisa Mitchell (Wendell) of Moulton AL; Roger Long (Ginger) of Russellville AL; Susan McKinney (Tim) of Russellville AL; grandchildren Wesley Mitchell (Hillary), Emily Mitchell Elkins (Chase), Ben Long (Chelsea), Whitney Long Henry (Kevin), Kayla McKinney, Kyle McKinney; sisters Helen Hall, Juanita Lane, Brenda Pounders, Deborah Simpson; and eleven great-grandchildren.

Annie Sue was preceded in death by her parents; infant sister, Betty Anne Turbyfill; infant
brother James Edward Turbyfill; and brother William Bobby Turbyfill.
Pallbearers will be Wesley Mitchell, Ben Long, Kyle McKinney, Chase Elkins, Kevin Henry, Jaxson Mitchell and Cooper Elkins.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made in her memory to Russellville First Baptist Church – Annie Armstrong Easter Offering.

Annie Sue was born on January 29th, 1939 and passed away on April 2nd, 2026 at the age of 87

Gary Tapp age of Russellville passed away March 21,2026 surrounded by his loving family.He was born December 5, 1953 to ...
03/24/2026

Gary Tapp age of Russellville passed away March 21,2026 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born December 5, 1953 to Kenneth and Myrtle Tapp. Gary was a member of First Baptist Church in Russellville. Before he retired, he was a talented mechanic who worked all over, including in places like Iraq. Mechanic work was more to him than just a job, it was a hobby- he enjoyed rebuilding engines and working on classic cars. During his high school years, he enjoyed drag racing and working on to***co farms. Gary was also an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing.

Family will receive friends Thursday, March 26, 2026 from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at the Chapel of First Baptist Church in Russellville, where the memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Chase Dowdy will officiate.

Gary is survived by his wife, Marynell Tapp; sister, Lola and Mary Ann; brother, Leroy; step daughter, Carrie Tyree; and a host of nieces and nephews.

He is proceeded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Myrtle Tapp; brothers, David and Earl Tapp; sister, Peggy; daughter, Tina; infant son, Gary; and step son, Laren Durfey.

Gary was born on December 5th, 1953 and passed away on March 21st, 2026 at the age of 72

Curtis Leon Mathhues, age 64, of Russellville, Alabama, passed away on March 17, 2026, at Russellville Hospital.Curtis w...
03/23/2026

Curtis Leon Mathhues, age 64, of Russellville, Alabama, passed away on March 17, 2026, at Russellville Hospital.

Curtis was born on December 14, 1961, to Earl and Faye Mathhues. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors. He was known as a selfless man who would do anything to help others. Above all, he was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Curtis is survived by his daughter, Christy (Eric) Harbin; his son, Tyler (Megan) Mathhues; his grandchildren, Caden Ryder, Saylor Mae Mathhues, Hunter, Alana, and Harlee Harbin; his siblings, Teresia (Kenny) Johnston and Buddy Mathhues; and a special cousin, Buddy (Shelia) Butler.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol Mathhues; his father, Earl Jackson Mathhues; his mother, Faye Mathhues; and his brother, Anthony “Hubcap” Mathhues.

Curtis was born on December 14th, 1961 and passed away on March 17th, 2026 at the age of 64

Dana June Whitten, age 55, of Phil Campbell passed away Monday March 9, 2026 at North Alabama Medical Center. She was bo...
03/11/2026

Dana June Whitten, age 55, of Phil Campbell passed away Monday March 9, 2026 at North Alabama Medical Center.

She was born February 3, 1971 to James "Bud" and June Cummings. Dana was a very social person who was loved by many. She served as a "lunch lady" for many years at the Phil Campbell High School. Dana loved her family above all else. She especially enjoyed spending time with her mother, June- they did everything together. Of all her many titles she carried, "Nana" was her favorite one.

Visitation will be Friday March 13, 2026 at Akins Funeral Home from 6:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m. Service will be Saturday at 12:00 Noon at Union Hill FCM in the East Franklin Community, where she will lie in state from 11:00 a.m.- 12:00 Noon. Burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Bro Darrel Rambo will officiate. Pallbearers will be Isaac Cummings, Easton Cummings, Tristan Godsey, Dakota Mansell, Austin Riner, and Daniel Mansell.

Dana is survived by her; sons, Eli Snider (Sydney) and Ty Snider; daughter, Kristen Oliver (Josh); mother, June Cummings; grandchildren, Noah Oliver, Sam Oliver, Kenden Snider, Avie Lee Snider, and Anna James Oliver; brother, Donnie Cummings (Amanda); nephews, Isaac Cummings and Easton Cummings; and niece, Dara Grace Cummings.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Travis Whitten; father "Bud" Cummings; brother Darron Cummings; and sister, Donna Cummings.

Dana was born on February 3rd, 1971 and passed away on March 9th, 2026 at the age of 55

Eather Taylor, age 58, of Russellville, passed away March 6, 2026, at Terrace Manor Nursing Home.She was born April 18, ...
03/08/2026

Eather Taylor, age 58, of Russellville, passed away March 6, 2026, at Terrace Manor Nursing Home.

She was born April 18, 1967, to Roger and Barbara Crittenden Fisher. Eather lived by the saying that if you loved her, she loved you. She was truly one of a kind. Eather enjoyed spending time and gathering with her friends and family, and those moments meant the most to her.

Eather is survived by her son, Joseph Postell; sister, Tammy (Jimmy) Winsted; brother, Ronald “Bubba” (Stacy) Fisher; and grandson, Cody Postell.

She was preceded in death by her father, Roger Fisher; mother, Barbara Fisher; late husband, Charles “Bit” Crosby; and late husband, James Postell.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of Terrace Manor Nursing Home in Russellville, Alabama, for the amazing care they provided to Eather.

Eather was born on April 18th, 1967 and passed away on March 6th, 2026 at the age of 58

On February 26, 2026, Patricia Louise Saint, age 84, passed away at Helen Keller Hospital, surrounded by her loving fami...
03/01/2026

On February 26, 2026, Patricia Louise Saint, age 84, passed away at Helen Keller Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Pat was born on November 29, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois, to her parents Leslie and Sebastiana Hegel. She grew up in the heart of Chicago, where she met the love of her life, Bobby T. Saint. Together they started their family and later reunited with Bobby’s family in Russellville, Alabama.

How do you describe someone as perfect as Pat? It’s hard to put into words. She was all this and more; beautiful, selfless, kind, loving, compassionate, generous, strong, hard-working, witty, and fun. Pat was graceful, and humble, and always offered positive, encouraging words to others. She was a friend to everyone.

She wasn’t afraid to express herself through her fun hair styles and color choices throughout her life. She always loved to look her best, she was iconic! She loved painting and collecting olde world Santa Claus figurines, as well as painting beautiful landscape sceneries. She loved entertaining and always had a big pan of mostaccioli and homemade sauce ready for her family coming to visit. She loved greeting and conversing with the regular patrons of The Coffee Bean Cafe, and later Hester Printing. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Russellville.

She is survived by her loving husband, Bobby T. Saint; her son, Robert Saint; her daughters, Tammy Lynn Saint, Dina Johnson (Ken); her brother, Michael Hegel (Barb); her grandchildren, Mellisa Fish (Michael), Ariel Johnson, David Gargus, Michael Gargus, Jennifer Fletcher-Harkins (John), and Skylor Bouwmans (Ashley); her great-grandchildren, Michaela Fish, Alayna Grace Fish, Brett Fish (Jordan), Kesciley Fletcher, Karley Fletcher, Karson Fletcher, Aaleyah Ergle, Ava Kaye Ergle; her great-great-grandchildren, Nolan Fish, Amberly Bouwmans, and S.J. Bouwmans; along with a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Leslie and Sebastiana Hegel; her son, Jimmy Saint; and her grandsons, Joey Fletcher and Anthony Fletcher.

A Celebration Of Life will be held at Akins Funeral Home on Friday March 6, 2026 between 4:00 - 7:00 PM with a short service to be held at 5:00.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations in Pat’s name to HASRA - Heart of Alabama Save Rescue Adopt animal shelter at http://hasradog.org

The family would like to extend their gratitude to the ICU and Palliative Care staff at Helen Keller Hospital.

https://www.akinsfh.com/obituaries/patricia-saint

Patricia was born on November 29th, 1941 and passed away on February 26th, 2026 at the age of 84

Nickey Allen Hughes, age 59, of Phil Campbell, Alabama, passed away on February 25, 2026, at Helen Keller Hospital in Tu...
02/26/2026

Nickey Allen Hughes, age 59, of Phil Campbell, Alabama, passed away on February 25, 2026, at Helen Keller Hospital in Tuscumbia, Alabama.

He was born February 7, 1967, to Author Leon Hughes and Lorene Ann “Polly” Cole Hughes. Nickey was a loving and caring man with a wonderful sense of humor. Many described him as one of a kind and a hardworking individual. Above all, he loved his family deeply and cherished the time he spent with them.

Visitation will be held Friday, February 27, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Akins Funeral Home in Russellville where the service will be held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be at Dempsey Cemetery in Russellville. Brother Terry Butler and Brother William Borden will officiate. Pallbearers will be Kevin Aaron, Andrew Fugate, Riley Hughes, Kyle Pounders, Joey Beam, Justin Baker, and Alex Hughes. Honorary pallbearers will be Brian McMafee, Joe Baker, John Baker, Gary Williams, Gary Edgar, and Danny Cole.

Nickey is survived by his wife of 40 years, Kathy Hughes; sons, Adam (Chas) Hughes and Christopher Hughes; daughters, Latisha (Jamie) Gonzalez and Cassandra Hughes; grandchildren, Keyley Gann, Kierra Gann, Kaylynn Hughes, Serenity Hughes, Elektra Palmer, and Makenlee Palmer; sisters, Teresa (Danny Cole) Fugate, Mary Williams, and Sharon (David) Baker; brother, Tim Hughes; along with a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Author Leon and Lorene “Polly” Hughes; brothers, Rickey Hughes and Michael Hughes; grandparents, Leamon and Grace Hughes and William Riley and Lottie Mae Cole; and sister-in-law, Sherry Hughes.

Nickey was born on February 7th, 1967 and passed away on February 25th, 2026 at the age of 59

Jimmy Russell Sanderson, age 56, of Russellville, passed away on February 9, 2026, at North Alabama Medical Center in Fl...
02/16/2026

Jimmy Russell Sanderson, age 56, of Russellville, passed away on February 9, 2026, at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, Alabama.

He was born on August 4, 1969 to Jimmy Ray and Verna May Sanderson in Tuscumbia, Alabama. Russell worked as a plumber and was known for his ability to fix just about anything he put his hands on. He had a passion for motorcycles and fast cars, and he also had a deep appreciation for music, enjoying a wide variety of sounds and styles.

Russell was survived by his son, Arlie Sanderson; daughters, Andrea Sanderson, and Ashley Brown; and brother, Carl Sanderson.

Russell was dearly loved by his family and friends, who will remember his skills, his interests, and the many moments shared with him. His presence will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Memories and condolences may be shared at akinsfh.com.

https://www.akinsfh.com/obituaries/jimmy-sanderson

Jimmy was born on August 4th, 1969 and passed away on February 9th, 2026 at the age of 56

John Davis Gentle, age 77, of Hackleburg passed away February 9, 2026 at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, surro...
02/10/2026

John Davis Gentle, age 77, of Hackleburg passed away February 9, 2026 at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born September 5, 1948 to Orbie and Beatrice Gentle in Birmingham, Alabama. John was a hard worker and a great husband to his loving wife. He remained an always loving father and grandfather to his children and grandchildren all his days.

Visitation will be Saturday February 14, 2026 at Akins Funeral Home 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. where the service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Burial will be held at Shady Grove Cemetery in Phil Campbell, Alabama.

John is survived by his wife, Brenda Gentle; sons, Jeff (Stacy) Gentle and Tim Gentle; grandchildren, Jacob (Lexie) Gentle, Garett Gentle, and Lilyclaire Gentle; brothers, Tommy (Linda) Gentle and Ronald (Melinda) Gentle; and a host of nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his father, Orbie Gentle; mother, Beatrice Gentle; and brother, Jimmy Gentle.

Memories and condolences may be shared at akinsfh.com

https://www.akinsfh.com/obituaries/john-gentle-2026

John was born on September 5th, 1948 and passed away on February 9th, 2026 at the age of 77

Virginia Lou Marcum, age 78, of Northern California passed away February 6, 2026, at her residence.She was born March 20...
02/10/2026

Virginia Lou Marcum, age 78, of Northern California passed away February 6, 2026, at her residence.

She was born March 20, 1947 to Allison and Fern Reed. Virginia spent most of her life in Northern California before moving to Florence, Alabama to be close to family. She loved gardening, spending her time fishing and enjoyed her time outdoors. Virginia loved to sculpt and spend her time painting and putting together puzzles. She adored animals and loved to listen to country music.

Virginia is survived by her son, Steve (Laureen) Vilchek of Alabama; daughter, Shawna (Robert) Roberts of Utah; brothers, Allison (Margaret) Stains and Donald Stains of California; sister, Jackie Stains of New Mexico; nine grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; and two nieces and one nephew.

She is preceded in death by her husband Derrell Marcum; parents, Allison and Fern Stains; and great-grandchildren, Anthony Dishon and Miracle Dishon.

Memories and condolences may be shared at akinsfh.com

https://www.akinsfh.com/obituaries/virginia-marcum

Virginia was born on March 20th, 1947 and passed away on February 6th, 2026 at the age of 78

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