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04/13/2026

Julie Walker Drinkard

Julie Walker Drinkard passed away April 12, 2026 at the age of 78. She was born June 1, 1947 to the late Joseph Henry Walker and Blanche Krebs Walker. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Earl Drinkard. Julie’s name will forever be entwined with the history of Valley Grande as one of the founding town council incorporators. Her commitment to the growth and well-being of the city not only showcases her leadership but reflects a deep-seated devotion...

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04/10/2026

Clayton Wayne Downs

Clayton Wayne Downs passed away April 9, 2026 at the age of 70. He was born June 21, 1955 and raised by his grandparents, late E.T. Downs, Sr. and Evolene Downs. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jacqueline B. Downs; father, Sterline C. Downs; brother, Kenneth Downs; brothers-in-law, Donnie Lynn and Jimmy (Judy) Harris and sister-in-law, Brenda Delois Harris. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Donna Downs; children, Jeremy (Rachel) Downs and Joy (Chris) Friday;...

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04/10/2026

Marilyn Kay Shumate

Marilyn Kay Hatfield Shumate went to be with Jesus on April 9, 2026 at the age of 72. She was born January 25, 1954 to the late William Dozier Hatfield, Sr. and HenraEtta Moschel Hatfield. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Sonja H. Miller, Gene E. Hatfield, R. Wesley Hatfield, W.D. Hatfield, Jr., Alfred E. Hatfield, Charles Hatfield, Callie Hatfield, Richard Hatfield, Christine H. Clark and numerous nieces and nephews. Kay will be remembered for her deep love...

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04/08/2026

Elizabeth Long Cobb Bostick

Elizabeth Long Cobb Bostick (known to family and friends as Betty) of Selma, Alabama, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026 at the home of her daughter, Beth Peifer, in Montgomery, Alabama. Born in Uniontown, Alabama, on November 23, 1932, to Oscar Eugene and Mary Coleman Long Cobb, Betty was a lifelong example of kindness, dedication, and unwavering service to her family, church, and community. She graduated from Uniontown High School and continued her education at Gulf Park College before...

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04/07/2026

Glannie Pearl Wilson

Glannie Pearl Anderson Wilson passed away April 7, 2026 at the age of 85. She was born June 26, 1940 to the late James Alfred Anderson and Ernestine Payne Anderson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Edward Wilson; granddaughter, Christina Wilson; brother, James Anderson; sisters, Mary Nettles, Angie (Lawrence) Weeks and Alpha Motley. She is survived by her sons, Al (Wendi) Wilson and Joe Wilson; grandchildren, Kimberly Privett, Ashley (Alan) Merchant, Lauren (Cornelius) Robinson, Ryan (Jen) Wilson,...

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03/30/2026

Leland Ross Collins

Leland Ross "Lee" Collins, a devoted servant of faith and family, peacefully entered the arms of Jesus on March 27, 2026. He was born in Bessemer, Alabama on January 30, 1947 to the late Joseph Edward and Ruby Eberdeen Collins. Lee’s journey began in the halls of McAdory High School, where he proudly graduated in 1965, laying the foundation for a remarkable life of service and integrity. His pursuit of knowledge continued at Samford University, where he deepened his understanding...

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03/30/2026

Anne Blair Waller

Anne Blair Waller passed away March 25, 2026 after a long battle with lung disease. She fought like a warrior. She was born September 23, 1938, the daughter of the late J. T. and Muriel Whitcomb Blair. She is now home with the Lord and reunited with her son, Jerald "Jay" Waller, II; sisters, Theresa Blair and Shirley Blair Nicholas; brothers, Robert Blair and Robert DuBose. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Jerald "Jerry" Waller of Dauphin...

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03/27/2026

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03/25/2026

Braxton LeRoy Cummings, Jr.

Braxton LeRoy Cummings, Jr., a beloved cattleman, devoted family man, and revered pillar of his community, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026. Born on October 11, 1942, Roy led a life deeply rooted in the land where he was born and raised, embodying the spirit of a true outdoorsman who cherished both his family and the natural world. A 1966 graduate of Auburn University with a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science, Roy dedicated his life to cattle ranching, row...

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03/24/2026

Henry Clellan Weaver, Sr.

On Saturday, March 21, 2026 the family circle was complete again when HC Weaver passed away at 100 years of age. Henry Clellan Weaver, SR., was born February 9, 1926 in Allen, AL (Clarke County), 6th of 8 children born to JD and Bertha Dee West Weaver. At age 17 HC was drafted into the US Army and after training at three different US bases, he was sent to the Philippians where he received additional training in preparation for US...

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03/23/2026

Derrell DeVon Lawrence

Derrell DeVon Lawrence passed away March 22, 2026 at the age of 93. He was born October 31, 1932 to the late Luther Byrd and Consue Lawrence. He was preceded in death by the love of his life for 42 years, Linda (Beverly) Lawrence; brothers, L.B. Lawrence, Thomas Collins and Homer Jack Collins; sisters, Mattie Jim Matthews, Louise Ayotte and Mildred Mitchell. He is survived by his daughter, Teresa (Mark) Sewell; sons, Keith (Rhonda) Lawrence and Kevin Lawrence; grandson, Christopher...

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03/23/2026

Patricia Ann Hughen

Patrica Ann Reid Hughen passed away March 20, 2026 at the age of 77. She was born April 16, 1948 to the late John Reid and Annie Atchison Hughen. No services are scheduled at this time.

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