The Valley Funeral Home

The Valley Funeral Home Stevenson: 256-437-9986
Scottsboro: 256-999-0986 Here at Valley Funeral Home, we are committed to giving you excellent service at an economical price. Mr.

Our Funeral Directors are listed below. Ronald Berry, who has 53 years experience. David Grider, who has 17 years experience. Berry is also licensed in selling insurance so that we can better serve you by providing various Pre-Need Services. Stop by and see us today if you have any questions regarding our services or prices as we are dedicated to helping those in need.

10/29/2025

Sharon Rae Onyon Grissom age 84 of South Pittsburg, TN passed away October 19, 2025. She is survived by her sons, Brian and Bruce Wilson; step children, Kermit Grissom, Karen Grissom, and Becky Forbis; grandchildren, Travis Wilson, Cody Webb, Kevin Lankford and Tonya Lankford; sisters, Dallas Jones, Paula Joublanc, and Pam Coy; brother, Dale Onyon; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Tom Wilson, Vistan Taylor, and Kermit Grissom; sister, Patty Heltsey. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday November 2, 2024 from 2-3 at Valley Funeral Home in Stevenson.

Annie Carol Johnson age 48 of Stevenson passed away October 27, 2025. She is survived by her mother, Betty Johnson; sist...
10/28/2025

Annie Carol Johnson age 48 of Stevenson passed away October 27, 2025. She is survived by her mother, Betty Johnson; sister, Kerry Johnson; husband, Buddy Hood; children, Steven (Brittany) Martin, Junior (Jodi) Hood, Brent (Erin) Hood, Ava (Xavier) Hall, and Faulin Thomas; grandchildren, Beau and Taylon, Paisley, Oakleigh, and Kimber Hood; several nieces and nephews; aunts and uncles, Jay and Lisa Moore, Dorthy and Terry Brown, Marilyn Atkins, Glenda Johnson, Joyce and Edward Stewart, Priscilla and Jr. Caldwell and Billy Jack and Susie Johnson. She was preceded by her brother Chris Johnson, grandparents, Boy and Louise Moore and James and Sarah Johnson; special nephew, Ricco Johnson. Visitation will be Friday from 11-2 and the funeral will be 2 PM Friday October 31, 2025 from the Valley Funeral Home Chapel in Stevenson. Burial will be in the Harris Chapel Cemetery with Logan Kinsey officiating.

Edward Merle Bellamy age 84 of Bridgeport passed away October 25, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Bellamy; so...
10/27/2025

Edward Merle Bellamy age 84 of Bridgeport passed away October 25, 2025. He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Bellamy; son, Eddie Bellamy; grandchildren, Cade and Miley Bellamy; sister, Carol Swafford. He was preceded by his parents, Charles Wilson and Leona Bellomy; sisters, Marjie Johnson, Lois Inglish, and Gloria Chance; brother, C.W. Bellomy. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4-8 and the funeral will be 2 PM Wednesday October 29,2025 from the Valley Funeral Home Chapel in Stevenson. Burial will be in the Sequatchie Valley Memorial Gardens.

Rev. Mayburn Guess, a devoted servant of God, loving husband, father, grandfather, and faithful pastor for 36 years, wen...
10/27/2025

Rev. Mayburn Guess, a devoted servant of God, loving husband, father, grandfather, and faithful pastor for 36 years, went home to be with the Lord on October 25, 2025 at the age of 78. Born on October 13, 1947 in Alabama, Mayburn dedicated his life to serving others through faith, compassion, and unwavering commitment to the Gospel. He began his pastoral journey in 1982, and for over three decades he shepherded his congregation with wisdom, humility, and a heart full of love. His sermons, prayers, and gentle spirit touched countless lives and inspired all who knew him to walk closer with Christ. Beyond the pulpit, Rev. Guess was a devoted family man. He cherished Patricia, his partner in life and ministry, for 53 years, and was a proud father to his children, who carry forward his legacy of faith, kindness, and integrity. His grandchildren brought him endless joy, and he was known for his warm laugh, encouraging words, and the way he always made time to listen. Rev. Guess will be remembered not only for his faithful service to the Lord but also for his unwavering belief in the power of love, community, and grace. His life was a living testimony to the words of 2 Timothy 4:7: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” Mayburn is survived by his wife, Patricia Guess; children, Misty Simmons, Shannon Guess, Andrea Guess, and Amber (Justin) Carson; grandchildren, Alyssa (Jake) Salter, Clint and Brandon Simmons, Madison Haynes, Bailey Hoosier, Alyvia Masters, Savannah and Kylee Carson; great grandchildren, Ava Bolton and Lainey Salter; special friend, Joanna Kimbrell; His Church Family; sisters, Joyce (Garin) Johnson, Ethel (David Simon) McConney, and Dorothy (Eddie) O’Neal; brother, Ray (Elaine) Guess; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded by his parents, Mayburn and Grace Guess; sister, Wyona Phillips; brothers, Calvin and Carl Guess; son in law, Dale Simmons. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2-8 and the funeral service will be 2 PM Thursday October 30, 2025. Burial will be in the Mt Carmel Cemetery with Dennis Bunch and Marci Gregg officiating.

Lewis Ward age 90 passed away October 24, 2025. He is survived by his children, Richard (Lisa) Ward and Teresa (Mark) H...
10/25/2025

Lewis Ward age 90 passed away October 24, 2025. He is survived by his children, Richard (Lisa) Ward and Teresa (Mark) Hoover; grandchildren, Tisha (Chad) Gravitt and Chris (Emily) Ward; great grandchildren, Chance, Noah, and Aaden Gravitt; sisters, Betty Beasley, Joyce (John) Trenthem, Ruby (Bill) Brooks, Norma (Michael) Bumgarner, Eva (Bryan) Jones, and Kim (Ronnie) Austin; brother, Paul (Linda) Ward; special friend, Leonia Kilgore; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded by his mother, Montez Denton; father, Clifton (Eva Nell) Ward; wife, Gladys Ward; sister, Barbara Dillard; brother, Herman Ward. Visitation will be Monday from 2-7 and the funeral will be 1 PM Tuesday October 28, 2025 from the Valley Funeral Home Chapel in Stevenson. Burial will be in the St Bonaventure Cemetery in Bridgeport with Doyle Chamblee and Tony Hammontree officiating.

Barbara McGuffey age 74 of Stevenson passed away October 18, 2025. She is survived by her daughters, Stacey (Greg) Green...
10/21/2025

Barbara McGuffey age 74 of Stevenson passed away October 18, 2025. She is survived by her daughters, Stacey (Greg) Greenhaw and Kimberly (Joe) Falkner; grandchildren, Carson, Claire, Gavin, and Baylor Greenhaw and Caitlin and Hannah Grace Falkner; brother, Eddie (Anna) Long; several nieces and nephews. She was preceded by her husband, Bob McGuffey; daughter, Lauren Elizabeth McGuffey; parents, Sam and Polly Long; brother, Ricky Long. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6-8 and the funeral will be 12 PM Thursday October 23, 2025 at the Stevenson First Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Stevenson City Cemetery with Ron Namanny officiating.

Shelia Thomas Foshee age 66 of Bridgeport passed away October 5, 2025. She is survived by her daughter Jamie (Lamont) B...
10/07/2025

Shelia Thomas Foshee age 66 of Bridgeport passed away October 5, 2025. She is survived by her daughter Jamie (Lamont) Bynum; grandchildren, Arlando and Kaliyah Bynum; great grandchild, Caiden Bynum; sister, Diane (Don) Rowe; nieces and nephews, Wendy Durham, Stephanie Ladd, Adam and Alex Rowe, and Kristin Scott; several great nieces and nephews. She was a member of the Bridgeport United Methodist Church. No formal services will be held at this time. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Bridgeport United Methodist Church.

Vicie Editha Wilson age 92 passed away October 4, 2025. She was a resident of Lookout Mountain GA for 74 years and an av...
10/04/2025

Vicie Editha Wilson age 92 passed away October 4, 2025. She was a resident of Lookout Mountain GA for 74 years and an avid member of Scenicland Holiness Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, William “Ed” Wilson; daughter in law, Donna Wilson; son in law, Rev Sherman Lackey; parents, Issac and Martha Anderton; 2 brothers; 4 sisters. She is survived by her son, Paul (Shelia) Wilson; daughter, Kathy Lackey; 6 grandchildren, Wendy (Troy) Stephens, Chris (Stephanie) Wilson, Brittney Smith, Penny Shrader, Samantha Ruder, and Katelyn (Austin) Tilley; 10 great grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at the Gunter Mountain Memorial Gardens in the Swearengin Community at 12 PM CST Monday October 6, 2025 with Rev. Barry Pritchett and Rev Nikki Willmon officiating. Everyone is invited to attend.

Re*****on Guffey infant son of Mason and Lily Guffey passed away September 20, 2025. He is survived by his parents, Mas...
09/23/2025

Re*****on Guffey infant son of Mason and Lily Guffey passed away September 20, 2025. He is survived by his parents, Mason and Lily Guffey; grandparents, Heather Huerta, Jesse and Laura Wright, Nathan and Breanna Purdy, Tim Talley, and Crystal Guffey; great grandfather, Don Thompson; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded by his grandfather, Pedro Huerta; nana, Sue Thompson; great grandmother, Teresa Gray; uncle, Zack Gibson. Visitation will be 3-8 on Wednesday, 3-8 on Thursday and the funeral will be 2 PM Friday September 26, 2025 from the Valley Funeral Home Chapel in Stevenson. Burial will be in the Long Acre Cemetery.

Mrs. Chantay Matthews, age 62, of LaVergne, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, surrounded by loved...
09/23/2025

Mrs. Chantay Matthews, age 62, of LaVergne, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born October 6, 1962, in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was preceded in death by her mother, Edith Mae Wordlaw, and husband, Carl Matthews.
She is survived by her children, Chaz Matthews (Jocelyn), Walter L. Matthews (Wakingdrea), and Shrika Pullom (Antoric); brothers, Walter Wordlaw, Leroy Wordlaw, and Barron Epes; grandchildren, and many cherished friends and loved ones.
Services will be held at Valley Funeral Home, 1214 Kentucky Ave, Stevenson, AL, on Saturday, September 27, 2025. Viewing begins at 11:00 a.m., with the funeral at 12:00 p.m. and burial to follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages memorial donations to a charity of your choice.

Tommy Glenn Edgar age 70 of Scottsboro passed away September 18, 2025. He is survived by his son, Bradley (Delisa) Edga...
09/18/2025

Tommy Glenn Edgar age 70 of Scottsboro passed away September 18, 2025. He is survived by his son, Bradley (Delisa) Edgar; grandchildren, Taylor and Brinley Edgar; sisters, Kay Williams and Donna Edgar; several nieces and nephews; special friend, Linda Corbit. He was preceded by his parents, Leonard and Essie Edgar; siblings, Elbert Edgar, Bobbie Parson, Floyd Edgar, Buddy Edgar, Lisa Martin, Ruby Berry, and Jewell Berry. Visitation will be 5-8 Thursday and the funeral will be 2 PM Friday September 19, 2025 from the Valley Funeral Home Chapel in Scottsboro. Burial will be in the New Prospect Cemetery in Grant.

Carolyn Thomas age 86 of Bridgeport passed away September 14, 2025. Carolyn worked for Dr. Mickey Holder for 30 plus ye...
09/15/2025

Carolyn Thomas age 86 of Bridgeport passed away September 14, 2025. Carolyn worked for Dr. Mickey Holder for 30 plus years. She enjoyed playing dulcimer and crocheting. She is survived by her daughters, Gail (Keith) Walker and Cindy (Ricky) Wynne; grandchildren, Scott Walker and Caleb (Carey) Wynne; great grandchildren, Avery Wynne, Cayden Wynne, and Hazel Walker; several nieces and one nephew. She was preceded by her husband, Bill Thomas; parents, Tom and Pearl Troxell; grandson, Bart Wynne; siblings, Crickett Stewart, Margaret Willis, and Faye Arnold. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4-8 and the funeral will be 2 PM Wednesday September 17, 2025 from the Valley Funeral Home Chapel in Stevenson.

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