Obituaries

Paul "BoPete" Jones

Paul "BoPete" Jones

Aug 22, 2026

Paul "BoPete" Jones, 72, of Tallassee departed this world peacefully after a short illness on August 22, 2026 surrounded by the love of his wife of 47 years and daughter. He was born December 12, 1953.Ramsay Memorial Presbyterian Church will host a memorial service on Saturday, August 29, 2026 at 11 am. Family will receive friends one hour before service...

Daniel Raymond Donath

Daniel Raymond Donath

Aug 10, 2026

Daniel R. Donath, 73, passed away Monday, August 10, 2026. He was born October 24, 1952 in Wisconsin.He served in the Air Force as a young man. He worked for Peterbilt of Montgomery until he retired. He was a fixer of many things, mechanic by trade, and most especially Papaw.

He leaves behind loving partner Ruby Alexander; son Daniel Jason Donath;...

Josephine Blount Lowe (Josy)

Josephine Blount Lowe (Josy)

Jul 31, 2026

Josephine Blount Lowe (Josy) passed away on July 31, 2026, in Peachtree City, GA, at age 87. She was a wonderful, spirited, and caring Christian woman with a deep love for Christ and her family. Tenacious and determined, she pursued her dreams with unwavering resolve.

Born in Thomaston, GA, on November 28, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Arie...

Jeffrey Paul Dennis

Jeffrey Paul Dennis

Jul 29, 2026

Jeffrey Paul Dennis, 44, of Tallassee, passed away on July 29, 2026. Born on November 22, 1981, Jeffrey was a lifelong member of the Tallassee community loving everything Tallassee football.He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, June Norrell Peoples, and his father, Paul Jackson "Jackie" Dennis, Jr.

Jeffrey is survived by his loving sister, Paulette Meadows (Allen); his nieces,...

Clarence "Leroy" Griffith

Clarence "Leroy" Griffith

Jul 26, 2026

Clarence "Leroy" Griffith, 77, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026. Born on August 9, 1948, Leroy loved the outdoors and working with his hands. He was a retired general contractor who took great pride in his work and building up his community. An exceptionally skilled woodworker, Leroy loved spending his spare time crafting beautiful furniture for his family and...

Richard (Ricky) Leon Williams

Richard (Ricky) Leon Williams

Jul 23, 2026

In Loving Memory of Richard (Ricky) Leon Williams

June 11, 1952 - July 23, 2026

There are some people whose lives leave an imprint so deep that generations will continue to feel their love long after they are gone. Ricky Williams was one of those people. Ricky Williams, 74, of Eclectic, Alabama, entered the presence of his Savior on Thursday, July 23,...

Jerry Lee Hilton, Jr.

Jerry Lee Hilton, Jr.

Jul 21, 2026

Jerry Lee Hilton Jr.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jerry Lee Hilton Jr. (Rome, Georgia), leaving to mourn family and friends. He was born on November 4, 1977 and passed away July 21, 2026 at the age of 48.Jerry Lee will be remembered for his love of cars, mechanics, racing, and his love for people,...

Gloria Faye Wyatt

Gloria Faye Wyatt

Jul 20, 2026

Gloria Faye Wyatt, 78, of Tallassee, passed away July 20, 2026. She was born December 19, 1947.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 pm, Friday, July 24, 2026 at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral service will be 12 pm, Saturday, July 25, 2026 at First Baptist Church Tallassee with Rev. Trey Waldrop and Dr. Teman Knight officiating. Burial will follow...

Sandra Kay Spain

Sandra Kay Spain

Jul 17, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Sandra Kay Spain (Trussell), a beloved mother, nana/sister/friend. She passed away July 17, 2026 at East Alabama Medical Center at the age of 67. She was born December 3, 1958 in Tallassee, AL to Judson Horace Trussell and Emma Dee Trussell (Wright).

Sandra is survived by her daughter, Kelly Andrews...

Jacquelyn Joyce McRimmon

Jacquelyn Joyce McRimmon

Jul 13, 2026

Mrs. Jacquelyn "Joyce" McDonald McRimmon, of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026, at her home at the age of 85. She was born on November 16, 1940.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., with the funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m. at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Rev. Trey Waldrop will officiate,...

William Thomas "Tommy" Benton

William Thomas "Tommy" Benton

Jul 9, 2026

William Thomas "Tommy" Benton, age 80, a resident of Notasulga, passed away July 9, 2026. He was born July 2, 1946.Tommy was a previous employee of Ampex Corporation (later Quantegy) in Opelika for several years.No services have been planned.Linville Memorial Funeral Home and CrematoryEclectic, Alabama

Billy "Joe" Atkins

Billy "Joe" Atkins

Jul 6, 2026

Billy "Joe" Atkins passed away July 6, 2026 with family at his side. He was born February 13, 1959.Joe was a hard working man filled with a vast amount of knowledge and expertise. That knowledge and expertise ranged across several fields, including heavy equipment, mechanics, farm work, and carpentry. Joe was also a strong man and worked diligently to provide...

Kellie Kay Evans

Kellie Kay Evans

Jul 6, 2026

Kellie Kay Evans, 67, of Tallassee, passed away July 6, 2026. She was born March 26, 1959 to Fenton and Beulah Bryan of Elba, AL.

Visitation will be Thursday, July 9, 2026 from 9-10 am at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Graveside service will follow at 2 pm at Evergreen Cemetery in Elba, Alabama, with Hayes Funeral Home assisting. She is survived...

Leven Handy Goree

Leven Handy Goree

Jul 2, 2026

Leven was born on December 16, 1943, to Pastor J. Floyd Goree and Evelyn Ellis Goree, in Samantha, Alabama and passed away on July 2, 2026 in Franklin, North Carolina.He was married for 63 years to Mary Curry Goree. He is survived by two children, Daphne Jones (Tom) and David Goree (Isabel); granddaughters Carrie Jones Zetterholm (Ryan) and Emily Goree....

Shelby Jean Null

Shelby Jean Null

Jul 1, 2026

Shelby Jean Null, 73, of Tallassee, passed away July 1, 2026. She was born May 3, 1953.The family will receive friends at Linville Memorial Funeral Home on Friday, July 3, 2026, starting at 1 pm, followed by a memorial service at 2 pm.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Elsie Wright and William Pursley and siblings, Brenda Pursley and...

James Morgan David Cameron

James Morgan David Cameron

Jun 22, 2026

On Monday, June 22, 2026 James Morgan David Cameron, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and cherished friend, peacefully passed away at the age of 86 in Wetumpka, Alabama.James was born on November 29, 1939 at home. He graduated from Carrollton High School. He married Rebecca Welch on December 19, 1959. James was a Baptist. He was a seasoned musician, a part...

Mary Olga Sullivan

Mary Olga Sullivan

Jun 19, 2026

Mary Olga Gresham Sullivan, 87, passed away June 19, 2026. She was born May 31, 1939 in Tallassee, Alabama to Ruby Grace Viola Lee Fuller Gresham and Charles Webster Gresham.

Visitation will begin at 10 am with funeral service to follow at 12 pm on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Pastor Frank Hayes will officiate and burial...

Bonnie Sue Scroggins

Bonnie Sue Scroggins

Jun 17, 2026

Bonnie Sue Scroggins (Estes), age 64, entered into the eternal arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday evening, June 17, 2026, at 6:50 p.m., surrounded by the deep love of her daughters.

Born on January 17, 1962, in West Virginia, Bonnie spent the majority of her life in Eclectic, Alabama, where she graduated from Elmore County High School in 1980....

Jerry Wade Speake

Jerry Wade Speake

Jun 14, 2026

Jerry Wade Speake of Eclectic Alabama, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 14, 2026 at the age of 79. Jerry was born on May 21, 1947. He and his twin brother Terry were born and raised in Our Town, Alabama.He was preceded in death by his father Dearel Green Speake, his mother Clara Belle...

Sandra Faye Adair

Sandra Faye Adair

Jun 10, 2026

Mrs. Sandra Faye Adair, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the age of 73. She was born on June 18, 1952, to the late Almon Sylvester Grice and Lanelle Wood Grice.

Sandra was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 36 years, Bobby "Red" Adair; her daughter, Pamela Thornell; her...

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