Bowen Funeral Home

11/18/2025

Henry Albert Erwin, Jr., beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on November 16, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the age of 80.

Born on February 22, 1945, in Fayette, Alabama, Henry was the son of the late Henry Albert Erwin, Sr. and Essie Euline White Erwin. He grew up in Winfield, Alabama, where he discovered his love for building. In middle school, he even built his own go-cart from materials he earned and bartered, then drove it to school to the amazement of his friends and teachers. He graduated from Winfield High School in 1963, then went on to earn a degree in Accounting from the University of North Alabama in 1966 and an MBA from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.

Henry began his professional career as an auditor with the U.S. Congressional General Accounting Office from 1966 to 1968. He later worked with Intertec Software in Huntsville, Alabama, and Chemical Processing of Georgia in Dalton. From 1979 to 1986, he served as Comptroller and Assistant Treasurer for Millmaster Onyx, a chemical conglomerate in New York City. In 1986, Henry established his own CPA practice at 1819 Peachtree Road in Atlanta, where he faithfully served clients and helped others start businesses for nearly four decades.

Beyond his career, Henry was deeply engaged in community and charitable service. He served as a board member of Education Health Centers of America and Turning Point in New Jersey from 1985 onward, giving his expertise and time to organizations that transformed lives.

Henry married the love of his life, Angela Mulzer Erwin, with whom he shared many years of adventure and companionship. Together, they enjoyed a life rich with travel, exploration, and time on their beloved farm, Doubletop Fields, located in the North Carolina mountains. Henry and Angela took great joy in building the farm’s log cabin with 1850s logs from Angela’s family farm in Indiana and in reviving its old apple orchard. His love of learning and travel took him around the globe—by car, by ship, and by curiosity—to more than 100 countries across all seven continents.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Angela; his daughter, Melinda (Mindi) Erwin Shelton, MD, and her husband, Peter James Shelton; his cherished grandchildren, Emma Grace, Benjamin Pearce, and Anna Katherine Shelton; sisters-in-law, Jean Ryan (George) and Becky Mulzer; nieces, Kay Carlo (Jim), Diane Townley (Tim), Beth Turner (Willie), and Carrie Ryan; nephews, Todd Taylor and Andrew Ryan; and several great-nieces and great-nephews. Henry was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Hayley Elizabeth Erwin; his sister, Alice Ann Taylor; his brother-in-law, Galan Taylor; his mother-in-law, Roberta Mulzer; and his father-in-law, Edgar Mulzer.

The family wishes to acknowledge and thank the providers and caretakers at Grady Memorial Hospital for their skilled and compassionate care.

Family visitation will occur Saturday, November 22, at 11:00 a.m., followed by a celebration of life at 12:00 p.m. Both will take place at Bowen Funeral Home, 981 State Hwy 253, Winfield, AL 35594. Burial will be at Siloam Cemetery, 1903 County Road 36, Winfield, AL 35594.

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Henry A. Erwin, Jr. Memorial Fund for Literacy and Grammar Education, Winfield City Schools, P.O. Box 70, Winfield, AL 35594, or to Education and Health Centers of America, Inc. (501c3) at www.ehcamerica.org.

Henry’s legacy lives on through his family, his many professional and personal contributions, and the enduring example of a life well-lived and generously shared.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, Alabama serving the Erwin family.

11/13/2025

Mr. Billy Steven May, better known as Steve, age 76, of the Twin community, passed away on Thursday November 13, 2025 in the Diversicare Nursing Facility in Winfield. Mr. May was born in Winfield, Alabama on October 5, 1949 to Billy Joe and Georgia Burleson May. He was a 1968 graduate of Marion County High School and proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Billy spent much of his life employed as a truck driver with various companies throughout the area. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and spending time outdoors.
Mr. May is survived by his daughter, Rebecca May, several grandchildren, his brother, Terry May (Reba), niece, Miranda May Butler, great-nieces, Anna Beth and Caroline Butler, his aunt, Sheena Walker (Jimmy), and a host of other extended family members.
Mr. May was preceded in death by his daughter, Lisa May, his parents, Billy Joe and Georgia May, his aunt, Elizabeth Addison and his grandparents, Emmitt and Ammalee Burleson and Jimmy and Ida May.
Funeral services for Mr. May will be held on Sunday, November 16th at 3:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Mt. Olive Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the May family.

11/13/2025

Vaughn Steel "Buck" Fowler, age 67, of Stapleton, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Springhill Medical Center in Mobile, Alabama. He was born on October 5, 1958, in Winfield, Alabama, and was the son of the late Grier and Fay Fowler.
Buck graduated from Brilliant High School in 1977 and spent his life working as a skilled welder. Known for his hardworking nature and quiet strength, Buck made a living with his hands, building a reputation for his craftsmanship and dedication to his trade. In his free time, he enjoyed tending to his beloved garden, where he grew the finest tomatoes and peppers. A true Southern man, Buck was also known for his ability to smoke a perfect chicken, a skill he was proud to share with family and friends.
Buck is survived by his brother Frank Fowler (Brenda) of Winfield; his sisters Indy Fowler (Donald Joe) of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and Felice Rickher of Daphne, Alabama; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members who will miss him dearly.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Grier and Fay Fowler, and his sister, Georgia McNeil.
Buck will be remembered for his relaxed nature, humorous wit, his love of family, and the joy he found in life’s simple pleasures. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
The family wishes to extend their deepest gratitude to his special friends, Austin and Donna Moss, for their kindness and help with his care.
A funeral service to celebrate Buck's life will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Bowen Funeral Home in Winfield, Alabama. Visitation will be prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow at Pisgah Cemetery in Winfield, Alabama.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Fowler family.

11/12/2025

Karen Richardson Black, age 53, of Mansfield, Texas formerly of Brilliant, Alabama passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with illness. Karen was born on March 11, 1973, to Jerry Richarson and Tommie Markham. A 1991 graduate of Brilliant High School, she went on to earn her degree from Weber State University in 2004, where she graduated as a Radiology Practitioner Assistant. Her career allowed her to travel and meet people from all walks of life, and no matter where her work took her, she had a way of making friends and leaving a lasting impression. She was an avid Alabama football fan and loved to travel. Karen was known for her strength, determination, and her ability to find joy even in difficult times. She was someone her family deeply admired-strong, caring, and full of life.
Karen is survived by her husband, Jeff Black, stepdaughter, Sarah Black, her beloved Goldendoodle, Bella, sisters, Sarita Hosch (Rex), Cindy Atanacio (Leo), and Wanda Mitchell (Craig), sister-in-law, Joy Moore (Mark), and many nieces and nephews who loved her dearly – Mike Connell (Holly), Jessica Rainey (Justin), Michelle Connell, Kim Mills (Chris), Mandy Rainey (Grant), Tiffany Williams, and Blake Mitchell (Kristen), 15 great nieces and nephews, and 1 great-great nephew.
Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry and Patricia Richardson and Tommie and Slim Markham, brother, Eddie Hill, and her father-in-law, Jimmy Black.
Funeral services for Karen will be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Wesley Chapel Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Thursday from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Black family.

11/11/2025

Jamie Leighann Griffin Warren, age 46, of Winfield passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025 at her residence. Jamie was born on December 3, 1978, in Winfield, Alabama, to James and Barbara Ann Smith Griffin. She was a 1997 graduate of Winfield City High School. Jamie loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed cooking, playing ball before her illness, doing her makeup, and playing video games-especially Pokémon Go.
Jamie is survived by her children, Kyle Pedersen, Kade Pedersen, and Kearsten Guyton (Luke), her mother Barbara Ann Griffin, her brothers, Scott Tucker and Brian Tucker (Summer), her sister, Merita Arnold, nieces and nephews, Adrienne Tucker, Keifer Tucker (Mea), Kaleigh Tucker, Garrett Arnold, Dakota Arnold, and Rylei Arnold, and a host of other extended family members and friends.
Jamie was preceded in death by her father, James Griffin, brother Hoyt Tucker, and her aunt and uncle, J.C. and Hazel Christian.
A memorial service for Jamie will be held at a later date.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Warren family.

11/11/2025

11/06/2025

Cora Lee Eads Weeks, age 87, of Winfield, passed away on November 5, 2025 surrounded by family at home. She was a member of Winfield First Baptist Church and served as the church’s secretary for many years. She was a graduate of Winfield High School, class of 1956. She loved being a caregiver for her family and a confidante to her friends. Cora Lee was a friend to everyone, as was evidenced by the outpouring of love and support during her last months in the form of food, cards, visits, and prayers.
She is survived by daughter Darlene Weeks Brown (Herb) of Lake Mary, Florida: son Thomas Edward “Eddie” Weeks (Darla) of Nashville, Tennessee; granddaughters Coral V. Brown and Dulcy J. Brown; nephews Stan Johnson (Connie) and Darrell Eads; and nieces Lee Ann Bozeman (Sandy) and Patsy Sullens; and other family members.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years Bobby C. Weeks; parents Grover W. and Flora Couch Eads; brothers Lettus G. Eads, Marion Ellis Eads, Doyle Elton Eads and J D Eads; and sister Doris “Dot” Eads Johnson.
Funeral services for Mrs. Weeks will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 12:00 noon from the Winfield First Baptist Church with burial to follow in the Winfield City Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon service time at the church.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Amedisys Hospice at: P.O. Box 1357 Hamilton, AL 35570, or the Winfield First Baptist Church Building Fund at: P.O. Box 237 Winfield, AL 35594.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Weeks family.

11/02/2025

Mrs. Norma Jean Roberts, age 76, of Winfield passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at the Select Specialty Hospital in Birmingham, AL. She was born on August 8, 1949 in Haleyville, Alabama to Coy and Bernice Baggott Britnell. Norma Jean was a member of Myers Hill Missionary Baptist Church. She spent much of her life as a devoted homemaker, caring for husband and daughter. Later in life, she worked in the dietary department at Sunset Manor Nursing Facility until her retirement. She found joy in simple pleasures like sewing, tending to her flower beds, and cooking for her family. One of her favorite pastimes was collecting recipes from magazines, cutting them out and organizing them into binders that she treasured.
Mrs. Roberts is survived by her husband of 60 years, Billy Jack Roberts, her sister-in-law, Margaret Ann Waldrop (Dennis), nieces and nephews, Robbie Waldrep, Michelle Abbott, Kaylon Bowen, Anna Waldrop, Jay Waldrop, Landon Waldrop, Jeana Estes, Kathy Roberts, and Johnny Mack Roberts, cousins, Martine Miles, Charlene Wilson, and Wayne Gann, and a host of other extended family and friends.
Mrs. Roberts was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter, Norma Michelle Roberts, brother, J.C. Britnell, and cousin, James Mack Roberts.
Funeral services for Mrs. Roberts will be held on Friday, November 7th at 1:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Myers Hill Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Friday from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Roberts family.

10/27/2025

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE OF SERVICE TIME CHANGE !!

Mrs. Bonnie Graves Williams, age 88 of Winfield, AL passed from this life on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at a son’s home in Winfield, AL with family around her. Mrs. Williams was born on August 5, 1937, in Nashville, TN, the daughter of Luther W. Graves and Frances Clinard Graves. She married Jerry W. Williams, her husband of almost 68 years, on December 20, 1957. Together they raised a family and served the Lord in ministry in 7 churches in 4 states for over 40 years.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Michael Lewis Williams, her husband, Jerry W. Williams, and two brothers, Warren and Horace Graves.

After graduating from East High School in Nashville, TN, she was employed by an insurance firm in Nashville. This was the beginning of several clerical jobs at which she would excel. These included Genesco (Nashville, TN), Johnston Elementary School (Asheville, NC), Middle Georgia College (Cochran, GA), Bainbridge State College (Bainbridge. GA), Trinity Youth Camp (Guin, AL), and Alabama Free Will Baptist Executive Office (Eldridge, AL).

Survivors include her two sons, Danny (Karen) Williams of Winfield, AL, and Thomas (Corinna) Williams of Valparaiso, FL, granddaughters: Bethany Campbell (Cullman, AL), Heather Marck (Madison, AL), Audrey Tooley (Rushville, IN), Hollis Williams (Valparaiso, FL), Jessica Gonce (Church Hill, TN) and Jamie Mabe (Surprise, AZ), great grandchildren: Levi, Adeline, Forrest, Jacson, Alder, Madalynn, and Kai.

In addition to her clerical employment, Mrs. Williams embraced her roles as wife, mother, grandmother. She was a blessing to her family. She was an excellent cook and housekeeper. She made holidays special with decorations, meals, and desserts. She enjoyed traveling, reading, watching sports and working in the yard. Flowers were a real joy to her whether she was planting them or just admiring them.

Although raised in the First Nazarene Church in Nashville, Mrs. Williams partnered with her husband as he ministered in the Free Will Baptist denomination. She grew to love FWB and became very knowledgeable and involved in it. She loved attending church, singing in the choir, supporting missions, and fellowshipping with her friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to the Alabama FWB Acts 1:8 Mission Support Plan @ P.O. Box 14 Winfield, AL 35594.

Funeral services for Mrs. Williams will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. from the Winfield Freewill Baptist Church with burial to follow in the Old Union Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. service time at the church.

Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Williams family.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: Due to air travel complications, the service for Mrs. Williams has been revised to begin at 3:00 p.m. instead of 2:00. All other times and arrangements will be as previously set.

10/22/2025

Mr. Walter “Elzo” Whitehead, age 83, of Glen Allen, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at his residence. He was born on May 19,1942, in Winfield, Alabama to Sanford and Willie Harbin Whitehead. Elzo was a devoted member of Berea Church of Christ and was well known throughout Winfield, Fayette, and surrounding areas for his many years of skilled carpentry work. Elzo was a proud father, grandfather, and great grandfather who loved sharing his knowledge and talents. Whether teaching his family the tricks of the trade in carpentry, showing them how to plant a garden, or spending a day fishing, he always led by example.
Mr. Whitehead is survived by his sons, Gary Whitehead (Vickie) and Tim Whitehead (Paige), grandchildren, Chad Whitehead (Jessie), Brad Whitehead (Chesley), and Kayla Smith (Sammy), great grandchildren, Connor, Peyton, Chloe, Caylee, Aubree, Brooke, Luke, and Kyson, and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Whitehead was preceded in death by his wife, Frances Whitehead, grandson, Justin Whitehead, and his brothers, Roland, Arlon, and James Ralph Whitehead.
Funeral services for Elzo will be held on Friday, October 24th at 2:00 p.m. from the Berea Church of Christ with burial to follow in the adjoining cemetery. The visitation will be held on Friday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. service time at the church.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Whitehead family.

10/22/2025

Susan Rene Studdard, age 62 of Fayette passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025 in the DCH Region Medical Center in Tuscaloosa. Susan was born in Winfield, AL on October 25, 1962 to Donald T. Studdard and Faye Ivey Studdard. She was a member of Zion Missionary Church of Winfield and a 1981 graduate of Winfield City High School. Susan enjoyed traveling, going to the beach, working in her flowers and gardening, decorating for the holidays, spending time with her “Gal Pals” from Winfield and Fayette, and being with her family.
She is survived by her daughter, Katy Dunaway, grandchildren, Alidia Splain and her husband Jordan, Gracie Dunaway and Alex Jones, great grandson, Carter Splain, brother, Mark Studdard and his wife Janet, brother-in-law, Stewart White, fiancé, Danny Jones, her fur baby, Zoie and a host of nieces, nephews and other family and close friends.
Susan was preceded in death by her son, Adam Peiffer, father, Don Studdard, mother, Norma Studdard, stepmother, Diane Studdard, and her sister, Yodonna White.
A memorial service for Susan will be held at a later time.

Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, Alabama serving the Studdard family.

10/21/2025

Mr. Timothy Lee Norris, age 70, of the Twin Community, passed away at his residence on Monday, October 20, 2025. Tim was born on June 28, 1955, in Moline, Illinois, to James and Betty Heatherly Norris. He was a graduate of Marion County High School and a faithful member of Winfield Freewill Baptist Church. Tim dedicated over 30 years of service to the Fayette Water Authority before retiring. Following retirement, he worked as manager of Twin Water Authority, where he continued to serve until his passing. He loved the outdoors, farming, and antique cars. Tim especially loved spending time with his family and friends, hosting gatherings, and lending a helping hand whenever someone was in need.
Tim is survived by his wife, Alicia Norris, his sister, Vicky Kimbrell, niece, Angie Kimbrell, nephew, Eric Norris (Tasha), and a host of cousins, extended family members, and many dear friends.
Tim was preceded in death by his first wife, Wanda Norris, his parents, James and Betty Norris, his brother, Jimmy Norris, and his grandparents, Emerson and Annie Norris and Jeff and Marie Heatherly.
Funeral services for Tim will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. from the Winfield Freewill Baptist Church. Burial will be held in the Zion Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. The visitation will be on Thursday from 5:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. service time at the church.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Norris family.