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Barbara J. Johnson

Barbara J. Johnson

Oct 2, 2026

Barbara Johnson, age 58, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 2, 2026.

Barbara graduated from North High School where she loved playing volleyball prior to earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Moorhead State University in 1988. She spent her early career as an elementary school teacher before dedicating her life as a stay at home mom.

She was preceded in death...

Barbara Ann Hanley

Barbara Ann Hanley

Sep 25, 2026

On September 25th the brightest star in the sky was dimmed when our beloved Barbara eased into rest in Huntsville, Alabama. Barbara Ann Cole was born to Nancy Hawkins and Ronald Cole on October 27th 1988 in Modesto City Hospital while her big sister Debra was at home anxiously awaiting her arrival. While Debra only had to wait 11 months...

Everhett Garrison Cassiel Martin

Everhett Garrison Cassiel Martin

Sep 25, 2026

Everhett Garrison Cassiel MartinMarch 8, 2019 – September 25, 2026Age 7 years 6 months 17 days

Everhett “GG” Martin, beloved son of Kelly Elizabeth Martin and Adam Martin, passed away in Huntsville, AL, on Friday, September 25, 2026. The fourth of five children, GG was born at Ft. Wainwright, AK, on Friday, March 8, 2019, under the Northern Lights!

Currently a second-grade...

Jack M. Gaume

Jack M. Gaume

Sep 24, 2026

Jack Mack Gaume, age 79, of Madison, Alabama, passed away on September 24, 2026. He was born on November 24, 1946 in San Antonio, Texas to John W. and June B. Gaume.

Jack grew up in Las Cruces, New Mexico. He graduated from New Mexico State University with a BA in History, and went to work for the Social Security Administration...

James V. Tillman, Jr.

James V. Tillman, Jr.

Sep 21, 2026

James V. Tillman, 82 of Madison, Al. Born July 1, 1944, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones.

Born in Memphis, Tn., Jimmy “Bubba” Tillman was preceded in death by his parents, James V. Tillman and Mary Jane Thompson, his sisters Carol Barker and Joy Keeling, and his brother Tommy Thompson.

James is survived by two daughters, Tina Crull and...

Chad Michael Potter

Chad Michael Potter

Sep 15, 2026

Chad Michael Potter, 51, passed away on September 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on March 4, 1975, Chad will be remembered most for the size of his heart and the way he cared for the people around him. He was the kind of person who would help someone else before ever stopping to think about himself....

Robin Mutter

Robin Mutter

Sep 15, 2026

Robin Mutter (Reiche) of Madison, Alabama passed on September 15th, 2026.

She is survived by her husband, Gordon Doane. Father, Robert Reiche and sister, Jenny Baily (Tim). Mother in-law, Connie Haviland; brother in-law Douglas Doane and brother in-law Scott Doane (Erika). Robin is survived by many nieces and nephews; as well as her two friends, Corinne Otto-Inc and Lainey Grey.

She is...

Kathy A. Buffaloe Cook

Kathy A. Buffaloe Cook

Sep 15, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Kathy Cook, age 75.

Kathy went home to be with the Lord on September 15, 2026 at 3:30 AM. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew her.

We find hope and comfort knowing she is now at peace in the loving arms of...

Raymond Nelson Beard

Raymond Nelson Beard

Sep 13, 2026

Raymond Nelson “Ray” Beard, 86, died on September 13, 2026, in Huntsville, Alabama.

Born on September 17, 1939, in Broaddus, Texas, Ray lived a life marked by steady accomplishment, deep curiosity, and devotion to those closest to him. He attended the Air Force Academy and Lamar University, experiences that helped shape a thoughtful and disciplined approach to life and work.

Ray built...

Annie B. Dahlke

Annie B. Dahlke

Sep 10, 2026

Annie B. Dahlke

December 15, 1937 – September 10, 2026

Ann Dahlke, of Madison, AL, passed away on September 10, 2026. Ann devoted her life to her family and her faith. Her family always

looked forward to gathering in her kitchen after church, where she expressed her deepest love through her cooking-especially her

legendary lemon pie.

She was reunited in heaven with her beloved husband,...

Russell R. Hall, Jr.

Russell R. Hall, Jr.

Sep 7, 2026

Russell R. Hall, Jr. 78, passed away peacefully at his home in Madison, Alabama after a long illness with his wife by his side.

Russell was born on February 14, 1948 in Somerville, Ma. to Russell R. Hall, Sr. and Eleanor M. Hall. He was predeceased by his parents.

He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Suzanne, his daughter...

Shannon Nicole Harding

Shannon Nicole Harding

Sep 6, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Shannon Nicole Harding (Carter), age 52, on Sunday, September 6, 2026 at her home in Huntsville, Alabama following a courageous battle with cancer. Shannon passed away peacefully with her family by her side. Born in Sackville, New Brunswick, Canada, she was the daughter of Constance Agnes Carter(Estabrooks) and the...

Betty Garrett Schmidt

Betty Garrett Schmidt

Sep 4, 2026

Betty Garrett Schmidt, 94, passed away peacefully at her home in Madison, Alabama, on Friday, September 4, 2026, surrounded by her two daughters.

Betty was born on August 20, 1932, in Bridgeport, West Virginia, to Harold Michael Garrett and Margaret Hoyt Garrett. She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband of 54 years, Donald Eugene Schmidt; and her...

John Day Holland III

John Day Holland III

Sep 3, 2026

John Day Holland III, 71, Madison, Alabama was called home to the Lord on September 3 rd , 2026. Born on March 11 th , 1955, to Ingaborg Stein and John Holland Jr, John lived much of his young life in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

After losing his mother early in life, John moved to Kwajalein, a small island in the Pacific Ocean,...

Sylvia Hernandez Rothwell

Sylvia Hernandez Rothwell

Sep 2, 2026

Sylvia Hernandez Rothwell, 85, of Huntsville, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026.

Born in Tampa, Florida, Sylvia was a dedicated employee for many years at SCI in Huntsville. She found her greatest joy in cooking and spending time with her family, who will always miss her deeply.

Sylvia is survived by her daughter, Tina-Jo Rothwell-Betts, along with a loving circle...

Maud Tournes

Maud Tournes

Sep 1, 2026

Salon de Provence, a city in the South of France is the home of French Air Force Academy, it was also the home of Michel de Notre Dame also known as Nostradamus, the legend pretends that whoever drops a flower on the grave of Nostradamus in the Saint Laurent basilica will come back to Salon de Provence, this is precisely...

Wendy Marie Stingel

Wendy Marie Stingel

Sep 1, 2026

Wendy Marie Stingel, 57, of Madison, Alabama, was called home to the Lord on September 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Wendy was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, cherished daughter and sister, and a faithful friend to many. She shared her life with her beloved husband, JD Stingel, and was the proud mother of Sydney Wallace,...

Dorothy Gibson Hoomes

Dorothy Gibson Hoomes

Aug 30, 2026

Dorothy Gibson Hoomes, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at Madison Manor in Madison, Alabama. She was 97 years old. Dorothy was born on September 9, 1928, in Greeneville, Alabama to James Dennis Gibson, Sr. and Ruby Lee (Nixon) Gibson. Dorothy grew up in the Damascus community of Escambia County, Alabama where she met and married Robert Louis...

Kenneth E. Hanba

Kenneth E. Hanba

Aug 29, 2026

Kenneth E. Hanba, age 80, of Athens, Alabama, passed away on August 29, 2026. He was born on October 18, 1945.

Ken graduated from Lawrence Technological University in Michigan. Following college, he lived and worked in Baltimore, Maryland, and Dallas, Texas, before returning to southeast Michigan to begin his long professional career.

Ken spent the majority of his career with Chrysler, starting...

Kimberly Nicole Tannehill

Kimberly Nicole Tannehill

Aug 29, 2026

Kimberly Nicole Tannehill, 38, of Madison, Alabama passed away August 29th, 2026.

Preceded in death by her father Michael Gough. Survived by her mother, Connie Gough and her brother David (Heather) Gough. Kim had two sons, Tucker Tannehill and Levi Clifford. She also had several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at Legacy Chapel Funeral Home in Madison, Alabama on...