Obituaries

Lula Belle Roberson

Lula Belle Roberson

Jun 28, 2025

Lula Belle Roberson, a resident of Kent, Alabama, passed away peacefully at the age of 90 at her home on June 28, 2025 after an extended illness. She was born July 23, 1934.

Visitation with the family will begin at 9:00 am, Thursday, July 3, 2025 at Refuge Baptist Church, followed by her funeral service at 10:00 am with Rev. Steve...

Roger W. Gaither

Roger W. Gaither

Jun 23, 2025

Roger W. Gaither, 79, of Tallassee, passed away suddenly on June 23, 2025. He was born November 27, 1945.

Graveside service and burial will be Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 2 pm in Rose Hill Cemetery with Rev. Clint McBroom officiating.

Roger Gaither, featured on the right, ran the Tallassee Hotel/restaurant with Bob Brown from 1991 until 2005 when he retired to...

Sharion Elaine Marble

Sharion Elaine Marble

Jun 22, 2025

Sharion Elaine Marble of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025 at the age of 75. She was born September 19, 1949 in Denver, Colorado.She is preceded in death by her precious son, Jeffrey Paul Cole; and her parents, Custer Tim and Elaine (Norrell) Marble.Sharion is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Cole Miller; daughter, Melanie Cole Hacker; brother,...

Carolyn James

Carolyn James

Jun 17, 2025

Carolyn M. James, devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025 at the age of 88. Carolyn was born on July 28, 1936 in Elmore, Alabama, to Dewey and Flora McDonald.

She is preceded in death by her husband, George James and her youngest son, Christopher Noel James. She leaves behind her cherished children, Danny (Jeanette)...

Saundra "Sandy" Faulk

Saundra "Sandy" Faulk

Jun 15, 2025

Saundra "Sandy" Kay (Morris) Faulk, 69, of Seman, Alabama, passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025. She was born January 26, 1956 in Texas to the late Eugene and Freda (March) Morris. With her father being in the military, she spent her childhood in Texas, Gulfport, Mississippi and Fort Walton Beach, Florida.

Sandy had many accomplishments and loved helping others throughout her...

Amara Dean

Amara Dean

Jun 10, 2025

Amara Dean was born on December 13, 2017 and peacefully went with the Lord on June 10, 2025. She was a part of her community in Reeltown Elementary School, The Pointed Toe and The Cub Scouts.

She is survived by her parents Shaina Lynette Richards Parker and Frederick Rodriquez Dean, by her meme Gina McCoy and Papa Darin McCoy, by her...

Reba Mae Langford

Reba Mae Langford

Jun 9, 2025

Reba Mae Langford, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away on June 9, 2025 after an extended illness, at the age of 84. She was born on August 31, 1940.

Reba is preceded in death by parents L. M. Jones, Sr. and Minnie Mae Johnson Jones; and two brothers, Johnny R. Jones and L. M. Jones, Jr.

She is survived by her...

Angelia Sellers Davidson

Angelia Sellers Davidson

Jun 8, 2025

Angelia Sellers Davidson, age 52, of Kent, Alabama, joined our Father in heaven peacefully on June 8, 2025 after her second battle with cancer. She was born on February 16, 1973 to Rebecca (Flournoy) Sellers and Lonnie Sellers.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Becky Sellers and Lonnie Sellers. She is survived by her loving husband of 28...

Edwin C. Elder

Edwin C. Elder

Jun 7, 2025

Mr. Edwin C. Elder, a life-long resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at the age of 89. He was born February 14, 1936.

Edwin is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 54 years, Hazel (Story) Elder. He is also preceded by his devoted sister, Betty Jo Sims, and their parents, Sterling...

David "Ryan" Alexander

David "Ryan" Alexander

Jun 5, 2025

David "Ryan" Alexander, 35, of Eclectic, Al passed away on June 5, 2025. He was born on April 27, 1990.

Ryan was a man known for his tough exterior and fiercely loving heart. He was quiet by nature, a man of few words, but his presence left a lasting impression.

Ryan is preceded in death by his father David Lynn Alexander; stepfather...

Ronnie "Gene" Self

Ronnie "Gene" Self

Jun 3, 2025

Ronnie "Gene" Self, 68, of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away on June 3, 2025. He was born on December 24, 1956.

Visitation will begin at 12 pm on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Linville Memorial Funeral Home in Eclectic, Alabama. The funeral service will follow at 2 pm officiated by Stan Coleman. Cremation will follow with burial in Friendship Cemetery at a...

Murlon "Wayne" Burkhalter

Murlon "Wayne" Burkhalter

Jun 1, 2025

Murlon "Wayne" Burkhalter, 70 passed away peacefully on June 1, 2025, surrounded by those who loved him most. He was born on August 10, 1954.

Wayne was a man known for his tough exterior and his fiercely loving heart. He was quiet by nature and often a man of few words, but when he spoke, people listened. His words carried weight,...

Joel Long

Joel Long

May 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joel Long, loving husband, wonderful brother, uncle to many, and cherished son, who left us too soon at the age of 46 on May 18, 2025. He was born November 1, 1978.

The family will host a Celebration of Life at Jeanette Barrett Civic Room in Wetumpka, Alabama, on Monday...

Jinnene Griffith

Jinnene Griffith

May 16, 2025

Jinnene Griffith, age 92, passed away May 16, 2025. She was born March 13, 1933.

Visitation will begin at 2 pm, Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at Refuge Baptist Church, followed by the funeral service at 3 pm. Rev. Steve Scarborough will be officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Austin Mullins and Margaret...

Drew Gantt

Drew Gantt

May 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Drew Gantt, a devoted father, loving partner, and cherished son, who left us too soon at the age of 21 on May 14, 2025. He was born October 10, 2003.

Visitation will begin at 11 am, Saturday, May 17, 2025 at First Assembly of God Tallassee, followed by a Celebration...

Judy Langley

Judy Langley

May 11, 2025

Judy Langley, age 89, a resident of Tallassee, passed away May 11, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born on December 11, 1935.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10 am at Linville Memorial Funeral Home.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Ross and Velma Pittman; husband, Dewey Langley; sons, Johnny Langley, Earl Langley...

Karen Marie Abel

Karen Marie Abel

Apr 29, 2025

Karen Marie Abel was born on June 21, 1955 in Summit, New Jersey and was a resident of Eclectic, Alabama since 2002. She died at the age of 69 on April 29, 2025.

She is survived by her husband, Gary Abel; Gary's daughters, Davina Kraeger and Sharon Campo; Gary's grandchildren, Madeline Kraeger, Anna Belle Kraeger, Salvatore Campo, Penelope Campo, Michael Campo;...

Jerry Roy Stroud

Jerry Roy Stroud

Apr 28, 2025

Jerry Stroud, 66, a resident of Tallassee, passed away April 28, 2025. He was born May 1, 1958.

Visitation will begin at 11 am, Thursday, May 1, 2025 at Linville Memorial Funeral Home, followed by the funeral service at 12 pm. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery.

He is preceded in death by his father, Roy Stroud. He is survived by...

Lucille Fannin

Lucille Fannin

Apr 24, 2025

Lucille Fannin, age 94, a resident of Tallassee, passed away April 24, 2025. She was born September 4, 1930.

Visitation will begin at 11 am, Saturday, April 26, 2025 at Westside Independent Baptist Church, followed by funeral service at 12 pm. Rev. Rick Dorley will officiate. Burial will follow in Carrville Cemetery.

She is preceded in death by her parents, George Zola...

Daniel Richard Palmer

Daniel Richard Palmer

Apr 23, 2025

Daniel Richard Palmer was born July 30, 1988, in Palm Springs, California. At the age of 36, he left us far too soon on April 23, 2025. Though his time with us was brief, Daniel's spirit and laughter filled every room he entered, leaving a warm imprint on all who knew him.

Known for his infectious happiness, Daniel had an incredible...

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