Obituaries

Michael J. Berger

Michael J. Berger

Jan 4, 2025

Michael J. Berger, a cherished father, devoted friend, and respected community leader, departed this life peacefully on January 4, 2025, at his residence in Tallassee, Alabama.

Born on April 14, 1966, in Buffalo, New York, to the late Leo Berger and Ann Ferranti, Michael spent his formative years in Buffalo, where he developed a strong sense of dedication and resilience that...

Peggy Jones

Peggy Jones

Jan 3, 2025

Peggy Jones, 78, of Eclectic, passed away January 3, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born March 13, 1946.

Peggy is preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Jones; her parents, Alton and Veni Estes; her brother, Andrew Estes; her sister, Joann Estes; and her sister, Martha Smith.

She is survived by her son, Mike (Beth) Jones; her...

Vincent Donde

Vincent Donde

Jan 1, 2025

Vincent Donde, 62, of Eclectic, passed away January 1, 2025. He was born November 19, 1962.

Vincent is preceded in death by his parents, Lothar Donde and Janeen Donde; grandmother, Marie Owens; aunt, Nikki Owens and uncle, Murry Owens.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Suzette J Donde; son, Cory Donde and his wife, Jessica Donde; sisters, Sherri Jung...

Charles Harlan Owenby

Charles Harlan Owenby

Dec 21, 2024

Charles Harlan Owenby, age 75, of Eclectic, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his home on December 21, 2024. He was born on April 21, 1949 in McCreery, West Virginia to the late Avery Herbert Owenby and Marguerite Wood Owenby. Charles was a very devoted husband, father and grandfather and leaves a legacy of service to his country and to God.

He...

James Lanier Bush

James Lanier Bush

Dec 20, 2024

James Lanier Bush, a beloved resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away peacefully Friday, December 20, 2024 at the age of 85. Preceded in death by his parents, Zebbie Anderson and Corrie Mann Bush, his five siblings, Martha Claire, Zebbie, Barbara, Helen and John, and his cherished wife of 57 years, Frelia. James leaves behind a legacy of love and service.

James...

Robbie Sue Lamberth

Robbie Sue Lamberth

Dec 15, 2024

Mrs. Robbie Sue Lamberth, 77, of Dadeville, passed away December 15, 2024. She was born in Tallassee, Alabama on December 4, 1947.

Visitation will begin at 11 am, Wednesday, December 18, 2024 with funeral service following at 12 pm at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Rev. Chad Harrison will officiate. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery.

She is survived by her husband...

Timothy Eason, Sr.

Timothy Eason, Sr.

Dec 10, 2024

Timothy Eason, Sr, 68, of Tallassee, passed away December 10, 2024. He was born March 4, 1956.

Visitation will be held from 5 pm – 7 pm, Friday, December 20, 2024 at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral service will begin at 10 am, Saturday, December 21, 2024 at First Baptist Church Eclectic with Rev. Wren Aaron officiating. Burial will follow in...

Tina J. Grant

Tina J. Grant

Dec 3, 2024

Mrs. Tina J. Grant, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday December 3, 2024, at the age of 55. She was born July 22, 1969, in Tallassee, Alabama, to Curtis Barry Hyde and Jane B. Ballentine. 

Mrs. Grant is survived by her husband, Brian (Bubba) Grant; son, Brian Allen Grant; brother, David (Dooby) Hyde (Jennifer); nieces, Deidra and Allie...

Mary Evelyn Hopper

Mary Evelyn Hopper

Dec 1, 2024

Mary Evelyn Goodman Hopper, age 78, of Eclectic, Alabama passed away peacefully at her home December 1, 2024, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. She was born July 1, 1946.

Visitation will begin at 11 am, Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Graveside service will follow at 12 pm at Claud Cemetery with Bro. John Garrett officiating.

She is...

James Samuel White

James Samuel White

Nov 28, 2024

James Samuel White, 78, of Wetumpka, passed away November 28, 2024. He was born on August 27, 1946.

 Visitation will begin at 11 am, Friday, December 6, 2024 at Linville Memorial Funeral Home, followed by funeral service at 12 pm with Rev. Ruben Prater officiating. Burial will follow in Shady Grove Cemetery in Rockford, AL.

 He is survived by his sister, Connie...

Bobbie Jean Graham

Bobbie Jean Graham

Nov 24, 2024

Bobbie Jean Graham, age 79, went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 24, 2024. She was born at Harpersville, AL on January 20, 1945. She later married her beloved husband, Daniel Earl Graham, and they spent almost 45 years raising a family and serving the Lord together.

Bobbie was known for her warm and kind nature, always with...

James Edward Bearden

James Edward Bearden

Nov 15, 2024

James Edward Bearden, age 71, passed away peacefully at his home in Eclectic on November 15, 2024. He was born July 3, 1953.

He was a father and a husband and was loved by everybody that ever met him. He retired from the State of Alabama after 37 years of commitment.

He leaves behind his wife, Kathy Thomas; sons, James "Jake "...

Rosaria Matney

Rosaria Matney

Nov 9, 2024

Rosaria DePetro Matney, age 75, went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 9, 2024. She was born in Catania, Sicily on February 25, 1949. Rose immigrated to the United States with her parents and two younger sisters at the age of sixteen. She later married her beloved husband, James "Jim" Matney, and they spent almost 50 years...

Joanne Ingram Johnston

Joanne Ingram Johnston

Nov 1, 2024

Joanne Ingram Johnston, 88, of Eclectic, Alabama, went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 1, 2024. She was born November 25, 1935.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Laymon and Lizzie Belle Ingram; brother, Buck Ingram and son, Timothy "Brother" Johnston.

Leaving to cherish her memories are her son, Kim (Rebecca) Johnston; daughters, Cindy (Wayne) Lyle and...

Gladys Myrle Lynam

Gladys Myrle Lynam

Oct 27, 2024

Gladys Myrle Lynam, age 87, of Prattville, passed away October 27, 2024. She was born June 10, 1937.

No services have been scheduled.

She is preceded in death by her husband, William Louis Lynam, who passed away September 21, 2024. She leaves behind her son, William J. Lynam and his wife Erin Lynam; and grandchildren, Jeff Lynam, Mike Lynam (fiancee Elise Dixon)...

Judith Strickland Gilbert

Judith Strickland Gilbert

Oct 27, 2024

Mrs. Judith Strickland Gilbert, age 75, of Wetumpka, Alabama, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024, at her home in Wetumpka, Alabama. She was born July 14, 1949.

Visitation will be Tuesday, October 29, 2024, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral service and burial will be on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at 12:30 PM at the Alabama...

Will Gordon Orr, Sr.

Will Gordon Orr, Sr.

Oct 24, 2024

Will Gordon Orr, Sr., age 85, passed away October 24, 2024. He was born December 7, 1938.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Rastus and Mary Orr and son, Will Gordon Orr, Jr.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Orr; children, Belinda Grace, Joey (Samantha) Curvin, Travis (Sonja) Hough, Wade Hough, Beth Wilson and Melissa Trussell and eleven...

William Virgil Dollar, Jr.

William Virgil Dollar, Jr.

Oct 20, 2024

William Virgil Dollar, Jr, 76, of Eclectic, passed away October 20, 2024. He was born December 27, 1947.

He is preceded in death by his parents, William Dollar Sr and Marjorie Hurston Dollar; brothers, Alan Dollar and Michael Dollar.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Anzaldua Dollar; sons, Ryan (Cynthia) Dollar and Tim (Pam) Dollar; daughter, Kim Baughman and grandchildren, Lewis,...

Karen Cunningham

Karen Cunningham

Oct 17, 2024

Karen Cunningham, 70, of Tallassee, passed away October 17, 2024. She was born December 16, 1953.

Visitation with the family will be Monday, October 21, 2024 at 10 am at Linville Memorial Funeral Home.

Karen is preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Neva Jo Timmerman. She is survived by her siblings, Nan (Tom) Nabors, Timm (Tammy) Timmerman and Jay (Jan)...

Joseph G. Joubert

Joseph G. Joubert

Sep 26, 2024

Major Joseph G. Joubert, USAF (Ret.), age 78, went peacefully to his heavenly home after an extended illness on September 26, 2024. He was born in San Fransico, CA on October 18, 1945.

Graveside service and burial will be Friday, October 4, 2024 at 2 pm at Bullard Cemetery with military honors. Father Mat Rudzik and Rev. Chris Whittington will be...

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