Obituaries

Aug 12, 2025

William J. Patton (Bill)

Colonel William Patton was born in Birmingham, Al on June 17, 1949, the son of James Patton and Dorothy Patton. He was an Eagle Scout and a graduate of W A Berry High School and the University of Alabama with a Bachelor of Business Administration. He was commissioned in the Air Force via the Reserve Officer Training...

Aug 11, 2025

Bobbie Dean Maddox Adams, age 91, of Clanton, AL passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 16, 1934 in Clanton, AL

to the late Arthur and Dorenda Maddox.

She is survived by her sister-in-law Carolyn Maddox; nieces, Pat Milford (Jerry), Debbie Jacks, Karen Mims and Joni Wyatt; nephews, Danny Wright...

Aug 10, 2025

John Wesley Wilson, 82, of Clanton, Alabama passed away August 10, 2025, at his Residence in Clanton, AL.

He was born December 15, 1942, in Florida, son of the late Fred Wilson and the late Pickie Wilson.

He worked for Alabama Department of Transportation.

Surviving are his Wife, Sandra Wilson, Son, John W. Wilson, Jr., Daughter, Roxanne R. Wilson.

He was preceded in death...

Aug 9, 2025

Robert Morris "Bob" Abernathy, 84, of Clanton, Alabama passed away August 9, 2025, at his residence in Clanton, AL.

He was born December 19, 1940, in Alabama, son of the late Jess Abernathy and the late Ava Lou Abernathy.

He was the owner of Bob's Business Machines.

Surviving are his Wife, Mary Jo Abernathy; Daughter, Karen Mitchell; Son, Bobby (Janet) Abernathy; Brother, Richard...

Aug 6, 2025

James Ernest Fulmer

August 3, 1940 - August 6, 2025

James Ernest Fulmer, 85, of Alabaster, Alabama passed away August 6, 2025.

James was born in Clanton, Alabama. There he attended grade school through high school. He was in the Chilton County High School graduating class of 1958. After high school he attended Marion Military Institute and Virginia Military Institute. On September 23,...

Aug 2, 2025

Dorothy June Mann, 87, of Clanton, Alabama passed away on August 2, 2025, in Birmingham, Alabama.

She was born on June 22, 1938, in Clanton, Alabama, and was the daughter of the late H.D Justice and Sarah Johnson.

She was a Homemaker. She proudly attended West End Baptist Church for over 20 years.

Surviving are her Son, David Mims; Daughter, Diane (Ken) Winfree;...

Aug 1, 2025

Sarah Dian Lucas, 79, of Clanton, Alabama passed away August 1, 2025.

She was born July 12, 1946, in Clanton, Alabama, daughter of the late Adolphus Moatts and the late Ruby Moatts.

She was a Hairdresser.

Surviving are her Son, Chris (Becki) Lucas, Grandson, Andrew Lucas, Grandson, Matthew Lucas, Brother, Douglas (Judy) Moatts, Sister, Deborah Headley, Sister, Donna (Jerry) Cooper.

She was preceded in...

Jul 30, 2025

Violet Gaynell Padgett, 78, of Verbena, Alabama passed away July 30, 2025, in Verbena, AL.

She was born November 22, 1946, in Lethcher County, Kentucky, daughter of the late Leslie Collins and the late Lucy Collins.

She was a Homemaker.

Surviving are her Husband, Ernest Edward Padgett; Daughters, Marie (Tim) Taylor, Bridgett (Tommy) Cox, Barbara (Bobby) Willis, Trista (Henry) Gibson; Sons, Roger (Nancy)...

Jul 27, 2025

Marisa Jean Yates, 64, of Clanton, Alabama passed away July 27, 2025, at St. Vincent's East in Birmingham, AL.

She was born April 17, 1961, in Alabama, daughter of the late Billie Mims and Margie "Marie" Mims.

She was a Cashier and Homemaker.

Surviving are her Husband, David Yates, Mother, Margie "Marie" Mims, Brother, Matt (Candi) Mims, Special Niece, Kenzie (Casey) Love, Niece,...

Jul 27, 2025

Karen Denise Funderburg, 60, of Jemison, Alabama passed away July 27, 2025, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster, AL.

She was born December 22, 1964, in Virginia, daughter of Harold Stanley and Phyllis Stanley.

She was a Cosmetologist.

Surviving are her Husband, Brian Keith Funderburg; Son, Brian Derrick (Kimberly) Funderburg; Granddaughter, Kaida Funderbug; Grandsons, Nicholas Funderburg, Kaiden Funderburg; Father, Harold Stanley; Mother,...

Jul 26, 2025

Billy D. Smith, 88, peacefully entered his eternal rest Saturday, July 26, 2025, at his home in Clanton, Alabama, surrounded by family. He was born on Saturday, September 12, 1936 in Chilton County, Alabama. Billy was a hardworking, skilled electrician employed by Alabama Power Company and working for himself for over a combined 50 years. He served in the Alabama...

Jul 26, 2025

Hershell Sidney Scott 83 of Maplesville passed away July 26, 2025 at Arabella Nursing Home in Selma Alabama. He was born September 25, 1941 the son of Elmer and Lucinda Scott. Sidney loved Alabama football, fishing and old western movies. After the passing of his wife of 54 years on June 6, 2025 he grieved longing to be with her...

Jul 23, 2025

Kathy Ann (Patterson) Childress, 73, of Clanton, Alabama passed away July 23, 2025, at her home in Clanton, AL.

She was born August 31, 1952, the only daughter of the late Rev. Curtis Patterson and the late Kathaleen Patterson.

She was a devoted wife, mother, nanny/grannie, daughter, sister and friend.

She is survived by her Daughter, Kimberly (Kerry) Smitherman; Son, Christopher Brian Childress;...

Jul 23, 2025

Joyce Glass Williams, 91, of Clanton, Alabama passed away July 23, 2025, at her residence in Clanton, AL.

She was born October 11, 1933, in Verbena, Alabama, daughter of Julius Hardy and Sydney Hardy.

She was a secretary for Chilton County Board of Education.

Joyce was a member of the Clanton First Baptist Church for 79 years. She was a very faithful member...

Jul 22, 2025

Jul 20, 2025

Robert Clinton Arnold, 83, of Clanton, Alabama, passed away on July 20, 2025, while receiving inpatient care at the VA in Birmingham, Alabama.

He was born on March 24, 1942, in Clanton, Alabama.

He is survived by his daughter, Kristen Arnold; his grandson, Andrés Arnold; his niece and nephews, Audra, Gary, and Mark Edwards, as well as several cousins.

He was preceded in...

Jul 20, 2025

Betha Jean "Jeanie" Curry, 67, of Crestwood, Kentucky passed away July 20, 2025, in Clanton, Alabama.

She was born August 26, 1957, in Alabama, daughter of the late Arley Williamson and the late Betty Williamson.

She was a School Teacher for 41 years in Alabama, Hawaii and Kentucky. She was presently working as a children's librarian at Crestwood Public Library in Kentucky....

Jul 18, 2025

Bobbie Dean Davis, 94, of Stanton, Alabama passed away July 18, 2025, at Bibb County Nursing Home.

She was born March 15, 1931, in Alabama, daughter of the late William Bailey and the late Maggie Bailey.

She was a Homemaker.

Surviving are her Daughters, Cynthia (Johnny) Pickering, Jackie (Clark) Garrett; Sons, Steve (Jennifer) Davis, Randy (Sheila) Davis; 9 Grandchildren; 16 Great-Grandchildren; and 1...

Jul 17, 2025

Matthew Shane “Matt” Melton

May 29, 1992 - July 17, 2025

Matthew Shane “Matt” Melton, 33, of Clanton, Alabama, passed away on July 17, 2025.

Born on May 29, 1992, in Birmingham, Matt was known for his kind heart, strong work ethic, and deep love for his family. He worked as an auto body technician and took great pride in his craft.

Matt’s greatest...

Jul 17, 2025

Eddie Marlon Billingsley, age 79, of Clanton, Alabama passed away peacefully at his home on July 17, 2025. Eddie leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and unwavering devotion to his family and friends. A lifelong resident of Clanton and member of Highland Baptist Church, Eddie's gentle spirit and patient nature were hallmarks of a life well-lived.

He was born April...