Obituary: Esther Frances Manous
Funeral service for Esther Frances Manous, age 86, of Eva, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Charles Crawford officiating; interment in Etha Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior...
CPD hosting ‘Coffee with a Cop’ this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department began hosting Coffee with a Cop events almost a decade ago as a way to bridge the gap between law enforcement officers and local residents.
CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark said the most recent Coffee with a...
Alabama DHR cautions SNAP recipients against phone scammers
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources is issuing a warning as reports of thieves targeting recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) with fraudulent phone calls have recently increased.
There has been an uptick in the number of fraudulent calls received...
Obituary: Thelma Ilene Horton Williams
Thelma Ilene Horton Williams, of Cullman, Alabama, was surrounded by her loving family as she entered into the presence of her Heavenly Father on July 6, 2024. Thelma was 88 years old.
Ms. Williams was born in Cullman County, Alabama, on December 22, 1935, to...
Obituary: Thomas E. Hall
Funeral services for Thomas E. Hall, 87, of Colony, Alabama will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, May 10th at Pleasant Grove Methodist Church. The burial will take place in the adjoining cemetery. Visitation for the public will be from 11 a.m. to 1...
Applications open July 1 for Wallace State Nursing
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Department of Nursing Education is accepting applications for admission to the program in the Spring 2025 semester. Applications will be accepted July 1 through Oct. 1 for three different pathway options: Traditional ADN and PN Nursing...
Obituary: Paula “Xan” Suzanne Moody
Paula Suzanne (Xan) Moody stepped into the arms of Jesus on Monday, August 26, 2024.
Xan was a loving and faithful wife to Pat for over 53 years. She was an incredible mother to three children: McGee, Meredith, and Josh; and an amazing Mimi...
Obituary: Marvin Carl Ermshar
Memorial service for Marvin Carl Ermshar, age 85, of Cullman, will be at 6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, at Cullman Seventh-Day Adventist Church.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Mr. Ermshar passed away on Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, at Woodland Village Health...
Obituary: Rebecca Frances Holmes Qualls
Rebecca Frances Holmes Qualls, age 82, passed away February 12, 2024.
Becky was a native of Cullman, AL although she had lived in Huntsville, AL for the last 30 years. Becky moved back to Cullman last year with her dog Izzy.
Rebecca is preceded in death...
The Link, West Elementary library receive Dollar General Literacy Foundation grants
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local nonprofit The Link of Cullman County, as well as the West Elementary School library recently received grants from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to purchase curriculum materials and books.
The Link offers various resources to the community, including classes, camps...
Obituary: Randy Edward Johnson
Funeral services for Randy Edward Johnson, 55, of Cullman, Alabama will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, June 24th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Mt. Olive Cemetery. Randy Booth will be officiating services. The family will welcome friends at...
Watermelons: A treat to beat the summer heat
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. — When the summer sun is scorching, there is little more refreshing than a juicy slice of watermelon. Whether from a farmers market or straight from the garden, it’s important to pick watermelons at peak ripeness.
Bethany O’Rear, an Alabama Cooperative Extension...
Obituary: Render Jackson “R Jay” Heard Jr.
R. Jay passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family and friends in Georgia where he remained the last years of his life. He was born in Griffin, Georgia and raised in Fort Worth, Texas. He was a loving father who cared deeply...
2 Hanceville favorites combine under 1 roof: Vintage Magnolias and Just Repurposed
CULLMAN, Ala. - In light of the recent economic challenges, two beloved Hanceville businesses, Vintage Magnolias and Just Repurposed, are joining forces to ensure their continued success. Both shops, which have become staples in the Hanceville community, have felt the strain of the economy's...
Obituary: Harold Jessie Hays Jr.
Funeral services for Harold Jessie Hays Jr., a proud veteran of the United States Army, will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Mt. Zion Nazarene Cemetery in Blount County. Reverend Paul Rivers...
Obituary: L. E. Guthery
Funeral services for L. E. Guthery, of Arab will be 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Fairview West Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at...
Obituary: Gert Greenhaw
Graveside Service for Gert Greenhaw, age 79, of Vinemont, will be at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022, at Mt. Zion Cemetery with Rev. Don Froelich officiating. Visitation will be from noon until 2 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022, at Cullman Heritage...
Pet of the week: How ’bout this lil Rascal?
CULLMAN, Ala. - Rascal is a 1-year-old Jack Russell Terrier who displays low/medium energy.
This exciting lil fellow will keep you entertained with his exceptional personality. If you're seeking a loving companion he's the one for you as he longs to be by your side...
Gulf State Park Pier reopens to the public
GULF SHORES, Ala. - The renovated Gulf State Park Pier reopened on Monday, Aug.19, welcoming people to the iconic Gulf Coast landmark for the first time in more than nine months.
The pier closed in November 2023 for the $13.6 million renovation project, with contractor...
Obituary: William “Bill” A. Mann
Hanceville Funeral Home would like to announce the passing of William “Bill” Mann, 78, of Hanceville, Alabama.
Mr. Mann was born on September 8, 1945, to the late Roy A. Mann and Emma Goellar-Mann. He passed away on June 11, 2024, at Hanceville Nursing and...
GOLD! Auburn’s Lee, Team USA finish on top in team competition
PARIS – Auburn’s Sunisa Lee and Team USA put on a show Tuesday, winning gold in the women’s artistic gymnastics team competition at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
“This team has definitely been through a lot,” Lee said. “We had so many expectations on us, but we...
Alabama to name football field after legendary head coach Nick Saban
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The University of Alabama will formally recognize seven-time national champion head football coach Nick Saban by naming the field inside Bryant-Denny Stadium in his honor. The Honorary Degrees and Recognition Committee of the University of Alabama System Board of Trustees unanimously passed...
‘We look forward to it ever year’: Cullman hosts Delta McKenzie ASA Classic
CULLMAN, Ala. – The grounds of St. Bernard have been packed throughout the weekend with fans and archers from all over the globe competing in this year’s Delta McKenzie ASA Classic. The City of Cullman has hosted the event for over a decade now...
Cullman County CASA urgently seeks compassionate volunteers to be advocates for local children
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County CASA, a nonprofit program under Cullman Caring for Kids, is urgently seeking volunteers to join its mission of advocating for children in dependency cases. The organization plays a crucial role as a third-party advocate, ensuring the voices and needs...
Obituary: Gary Lee Johnson
Gary Lee Johnson, 66, of Baileyton, passed away Tuesday, July 9th, 2024 at North Alabama Specialty Hospital. He was born August 22nd, 1957 in Gary, Indiana to Ottis and Juanita Johnson. Gary was a devoted husband, father, and Christian. He loved God wholeheartedly and...
Obituary: Frances Althea Taylor-Vickery
Frances Althea Taylor-Vickery, 62, of Haleyville, Alabama, passed away Friday, Jan. 19, 2024 at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee.
She was born March 11, 1961 to Robert Taylor and Beverly Althea Sisson.
Visitation will be Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024 from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m....
Honoring Sydni’s legacy
CULLMAN, Ala. - The second annual Sydni Helms-Hipp Memorial Barrel Race is set to take place on Sept. 14, at the Cullman County Agricultural Trade Center, with gates opening at 7 a.m. While this event will capture the essence of an entertaining and competitive...
Obituary: Ilo Dean “Brownie” Farris-Daniel
Ilo Dean “Brownie” Farris-Daniel, age 77, of Haleyville, passed away Tuesday, September 21, 2021, at Lakeland Community Hospital.
Mrs. Daniel was born on February 27, 1944 in Haleyville, Alabama.
Visitation will be Thursday, September 23, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home...
United Way releases new food resource location list and schedule
CULLMAN, Ala. – The United Way of Cullman County recently released an updated list of food resources in the area. With the emergence of more and more “Little Free Pantries” across the county, assistance for those in need is usually never more than a...
ALEA: Make easy decisions to ensure a happy Labor Day
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Fall, football and the changing of the seasons is upon us as citizens around the nation prepare for the upcoming Labor Day weekend. However, before we celebrate the last holiday of summer, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) encourages everyone to...
Obituary: Patricia Lavvon Nicklaus
Patricia Lavvon Nicklaus, age 81, of Decatur, Alabama passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024. Patricia was born in Cullman County Alabama on February 28, 1943 to George William Kelley and Ethel Estelle Farmer Kelley.
Patricia is survived by her husband of 62 years, Wayne...
Obituary: Joan Williams
Funeral services for Joan Williams, 86, of Bremen will be 11 p.m. Thursday June 20th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Shady Grove Cemetery. Rev. Horace Swann will be officiating services. Visitation will be Wednesday June 19th from 6...
Honoring sacrifice: Annual Purple Heart memorial service Aug. 10
HARTSELLE, Ala. - The Finis J. Self Chapter 2212 of the Military Order of the Purple Heart will host its annual memorial service to honor the fallen warriors of Cullman and Morgan counties on Saturday, Aug. 10, at 10 a.m. at the Purple Heart...
Obituary: Donald Cornell McMinn
Donald Cornell McMinn, age 77, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024. Donald was born in Cullman, AL.
A visitation for Donald will be held Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home, 1901 2nd...
84 kids receive free haircuts, school supplies at Go Platinum Salon event
CULLMAN, Ala. - With a line packed out the door with families taking advantage of the generous opportunity provided by Go Platinum Salon, Kristen Cryer and her team achieved their goal of giving back to the community.
On Saturday, Aug. 3, the Go Platinum Salon...
Obituary: Charles Hosmer
Funeral services for Charles Hosmer, 85, of Hanceville will be 2 p.m. Saturday May 25th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Bangor Cemetery. Reverend Wayne Wisener will be officiating services. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral...
Summer learning: Cullman City Schools summer camp bridges gap
CULLMAN, Ala. - It might be summer vacation, but the learning never really stops at Cullman City Schools.The district’s summer learning camp ran from June 3-20, with more than 120 students attending at the West Elementary School campus, making it the largest summer camp...
Obituary: Raymond Wilbert Tiller
Raymond Wilbert Tiller, 89, died Tuesday, February 6, 2024, in Cullman, Alabama. Ray lived his whole life in Montana, before moving to Alabama, six months earlier to be with his family.
Raymond was born in Lewistown, Montana, on Oct. 31, 1934, where he met Phyllis...
Obituary: Mildred Ann Crawford-Marion
Funeral services for Mildred Ann Crawford-Marion, 72, of Cullman will be 2 p.m. Saturday June 1st at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Mountain Grove Baptist Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service from Noon until 2 p.m. at...
Obituary: Leamon Segers Jr.
Funeral services for Leamon Segers Jr., 81, of Hanceville, will be 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Duck River Cemetery.
Visitation will be prior to the service from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. at...
Obituary: Shirley Dean Hooper
Shirley D. Hooper, age 83, of Falkville, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Woodland Village Health Care. She was born Thursday, April 3, 1941 to William Blake Moore and Viva Lou Moore. She was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her children,...
Obituary: Joseph Mitchell Wilson
Celebration of Life for Joseph Mitchell Wilson, age 74 of Hanceville, will be on Saturday, May 25, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at 141 Colony Rd, Hanceville, AL 35077. Mr. Wilson passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at Cullman Regional. He was...
Obituary: Katherine Williams Teague
Funeral Service for Katherine Williams Teague, age 72 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at Holy Ground Baptist Church. Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mrs. Teague was freed from pain on Friday, June 28, 2024, surrounded...
Obituary: Myra Jean Drake
Myra Jean Drake passed away on Tuesday, July 9.
Funeral Service for Myra Jean Drake, age 81 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 12, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; burial at Valley Spring Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m....
Obituary: Brenda L. Dwyer
Brenda L. Dwyer, age 59, of Cullman, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024 at University of Alabama Hospital. She was born, May 28, 1964 to Gerald C. Dwyer and Brenda Gayle Aldridge.
She was preceded in death by her father.
Survivors include her daughters, Ashleigh...
Obituary: Marie Eddie York
Marie Eddie York, age 88, of Nauvoo, passed away Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024 at Walker Baptist Medical Center.
She was born Jan. 1, 1936 to Esker and Leona Owens.
The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date.
Marie is survived by her children,...
WSCC celebrates Dental Assisting Class of 2024
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Dental Assisting program recently celebrated the accomplishments of graduating students with a ceremony attended by family, friends and colleagues. The program, which has been shaping dental assistants since 1977, saw another group of students walk across...
Obituary: Charles Edwin Judkins
Funeral Service for Charles Edwin Judkins, age 66, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, August 30, 2024, at Missionary Grove Baptist Church, burial at Missionary Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. August 30, 2024, at Missionary...
Obituary: Sandra Hammock Duren
Sandra Hammock Duren, age 77, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Sandra was born in Cullman, Alabama on February 4, 1947 to Joseph and Bessie Ryan Hammock.
Graveside services are Sunday August 11, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Hopewell Cemetery in...
Obituary: Chester “Sonny” Elton Berry, Sr.
Obituary of Our Beloved Father Chester Elton Berry Sr.
A Celebration of life of our beloved Husband, Father, and grandfather, Chester E. Berry Sr., lovingly called Sonny will be at 2:00 PM, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Chet Berry officiating; Visitation will be from...
Alabama Football Preseason Ticket Sales Update
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – With just over one month until the start of the 2024 season, five of Alabama football's seven home games are now sold out through the Alabama ticket office.
The sellouts so far include: Sept. 7 vs USF, Sept. 28 vs. Georgia, Oct. 12 vs. South...
Obituary: Andrew Michael Harris
Andrew Michael Harris, 58, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2024, at Huntsville Hospital. He was born on November 23, 1965, in Huntsville, Alabama, to Ralph M. Harris and Barbara (Barnett) Harris.
A graduate of Cullman High School’s Class of 1984, Andrew had a...
Obituary: Robert Nathan Mixon
Mr. Mixon, age 59 of Cullman, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024. He was born, to William Beall Mixon and Geraldine Solomon Mazza. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Michael Mixon, Erney Breski and Paul Breski. Survivors include his wife, Margaret Runge;...
6 Wallace State teams earn NJCAA Academic Team of the Year honors
HANCEVILLE, Ala. -- Six athletic teams at Wallace State Community College have been honored with NJCAA Academic Team of the Year designations for the 2023-2024 academic year. This recognition highlights the commitment to academic excellence demonstrated by these teams in their respective sports.
The Volleyball...
Obituary: Vickie Franklin Pierce
Funeral service for Vickie Franklin Pierce, age 75, of Cullman, is Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. and interment will be at Forest Hill Cemetery in Memphis Tennessee.
Cullman...
WSCC FAME program welcomes new AMT cohort with induction ceremony
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Center for Career and Workforce Development, in collaboration with the North Central Alabama Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME) program, recently recognized the college's newest Advanced Manufacturing Technician (AMT) apprenticeship cohort during a special induction ceremony and...
Cullman’s Abby Sosa competing for Miss University of Alabama title
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - Eighteen students will compete for the title of Miss University of Alabama at the Bama Theatre in Tuscaloosa on Sept. 14, at 7 p.m. The Miss UA pageant, which is an official preliminary event for Miss Alabama and Miss America, is...
Obituary: Barbara Joan Brandon
Barbara Joan Brandon, age 87, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024.
Mrs. Brandon is preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Asa Lee Brandon, her parents, Ed & Agnes Huffstutler; son, Lantry Brandon; son-in-law, Brent Wix; sister Mary McLeroy...
Obituary: Glen C. Roberts
Funeral Services for Mr. Glen C. Roberts Jr, age 80 of Hanceville, will be held on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Bowman’s Chapel Methodist Church in Crane Hill at 2 p.m. with Pastor W. Thurmond Cleckler officiating. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery....
Obituary: Sherrell “Moochie” Leon Barnett
Funeral services for Sherrell “Moochie” Leon Barnett, 66, of Crane Hill, Alabama will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 15th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Brad Philbeck will be officiating the service. The burial will follow the service at Duck River Cemetery with Reverend...
Pet of the week: Meet Sable
CULLMAN, Ala. - Meet the beautiful, elegant and sweet Sable, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week. She is a shepherd mix who is approximately 5-6 months old.
Sable is sharp girl who loves being in the company of others. She is a medium-energy pup and...
Obituary: Bonnie Regina Benefield
Bonnie Regina Moore Benefield, 65, passed away on July 17, 2024 at home. She was born in Huntsville, AL to Raymond and Virginia Moore. She graduated from Guntersville High School in 1976 and went on to work as a faithful wife and homemaker for...
Obituary: Bryon Dale McNiel
Funeral Service for Bryon Dale McNiel, age 54 of Baileyton, will be at 3 p.m. on Monday, June 3, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. on Monday, June 3, 2024, at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home. Mr....
Obituary: Cynthia Lynn Gardner
Cynthia Lynn Gardner, age 68, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024.
Cynthia is survived by her husband, Tim M. Gardner; her sister Lisa (Mike) Abad and her sister-in-law Sonja Parker; her daughters Jaime (Junior) Vazquez, Emily (Christian) James and her sons...
Obituary: Jason “Junior” Myers
Funeral services for Jason “Junior” Myers, 49, of Cold Springs will be 3 p.m. Friday, August 9th, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at McKinley Chapel. Visitation will be Thursday, August 8th, from 5:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Born...
New programs at downtown library
CULLMAN, Ala. - The main branch of the Cullman County Public Library System (CCPLS) is known for books, fun and its weekly community programs for patrons of all ages, abilities and imaginations.
Programs such as Knitting, Crafternoon and Children’s Storytime are consistent and longtime favorites...
Obituary: Frances Ruth Jackson
Frances Ruth Jackson, age 91, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024.
A visitation for Frances will be held Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 10 a.m. till the service time at 12 p.m. Moss-Service Funeral Home Chapel. Internment will occur at Fellowship...
Join the 10th annual Divino Nino Festival at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament Aug. 31
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The 10th Annual Divino Nino Festival will take place on Saturday, Aug. 31, at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Hanceville. This year’s festival holds special significance as it coincides with the 25th anniversary of the Shrine.
“As the Shrine...
Obituary: Noel Jackson Mize
Funeral service for Noel Jackson Mize is Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Good Hope Baptist Church, with Terry Aldridge and Dr. Ralph Andrews officiating. A visitation will be held the night prior, Monday, August 5, 2024, from 5:30 – 8 p.m....
Obituary: David Davis
David Davis passed away on August 2, 2024, at the age of 70, in Cullman, Alabama. Born on December 25, 1953, David dedicated many years of his life to R.E. Garrison as a truck driver, a career that was both demanding and fulfilling for...
Pet of the week: Meet Clifford, not quite the big red dog
CULLMAN, Ala. – Clifford, The Cullman Tribune’s Pet of the Week, is a beautiful, 2-year-old shepherd mix. He is a low-energy, unassuming fellow who wants nothing more than to be with you.
Clifford has a gentle and polite nature, especially when taking food from your...
Obituary: Martha A. Morefield
Funeral Service for Martha A Morefield, age 60 of Bremen, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, June 24, 2024, at Kinney Grove Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Tim Aris officiating, burial at Kinney Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 11 a.m....
Obituary: Kaleb Patrick Ballenger
Funeral services for Kaleb Ballenger, 23, of Bremen, Alabama will be 12 p.m. Saturday, July 13th, at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Toby Grimmett will be officiating the service. The family of Mr. Ballenger will receive friends at Hanceville Funeral Home for visitation on Saturday...
Obituary: Helen Charlene Koen
Helen Charlene Koen, of Holly Pond, Alabama, passed away on March 9, 2024, at the age of 87. Ms. Koen was born in Winston County, Alabama, on Nov. 19, 1936, to Roy Samuel and Mamie Ada Taylor Puckett.
Ms. Koen was a loyal member of...
WSCC Radiation Therapy celebrates graduation of 2nd cohort
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Wallace State Community College’s Radiation Therapy program celebrated its second cohort of students, with 16 students receiving their pins at a ceremony held Thursday in the auditorium of the James Bailey Center.
“Today marks a milestone in your journey as a radiation...
Cullman County Farm-City Banquet scheduled for Nov. 21 at Loft 212
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Farm-City Committee is pleased to announce the annual Cullman County Farm-City Banquet, set to take place on Thursday, Nov. 21, at Loft 212. The evening's festivities will commence with a silent auction and entertainment at 5 p.m., followed...
Obituary: Randall Parris
Randall Parris, age 50, of Hartselle, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at Brookwood Medical Center. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Randall was born February 17, 1974, to George Randall Parris and Judy Cornelius...
Obituary: Frances R. Maddox
A funeral service for Frances R. Maddox, 92, will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 27th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Kent Persall will be officiating the service. A private graveside service will take place at a later time at Cullman City...
Obituary: Mable C. Lolley
Arrangements for Mable C. Lolley, age 84, of Decatur, are incomplete, at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mable was born July 3, 1939 to Emory W. Lane and Lena Pearl Coleman Lane. She passed from this life April 7, 2024,...
Obituary: Kay Ellen Nolte
Kay Ellen Nolte, age 79, of Madison, Alabama passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Obituary: Larry Wayne Williams
In loving memory of Larry Wayne Williams: Funeral Service for Larry Wayne Williams, age 77 of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. John Richter officiating; burial at Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be...
Obituary: Brenda Fay Moore
Brenda Fay Moore, age 72, of Good Hope, Alabama passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024.
No services are planned at this time.
Obituary: Paula Jones Hazlerigg
Paula Jones Hazelrigg, 73, of Hanceville
A visitation for Paula Jones Hazelrigg, 73, of Hanceville, will be from 3-5 p.m. on Friday, June 28th , at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mrs. Hazelrigg was born June 30, 1950 in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. She passed away June 19, 2024 in Cullman,...
Obituary: Bonnie Sue Wilcutt Bryant
Bonnie Sue Wilcutt Bryant, age 85, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on July 9, 2024. Born December 16, 1938, in Blount County, Alabama to Luther Monroe Wilcutt and Rosa A. McClure Wilcutt, she was a beacon of kindness and nurturing love throughout her life.
Funeral service...
Obituary: Vada Christine Smith
Graveside service for Vada Christine Smith, age 93, will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024, at Flint Creek Cemetery with Rev. Gary Peebles officiating; burial at Flint Creek Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Smith passed away on...
Obituary: Jeffery L. Parker
A memorial service for Jeffery L. Parker, 68, of Hanceville will be 4 p.m., Saturday August 24th at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at Hanceville Funeral Home from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday.
Mr. Parker was born May 30,...
Obituary: Hue Elijah Smith
Funeral services for Hue Elijah Smith, 93, of Hanceville will be 11 a.m. Saturday, July 6th at Center Hill Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service in the adjoining cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, July 5th from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral...
Obituary: Shaunda Lanette Billiot
Shaunda Lanette Billiot, age 38 of Joppa, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Cullman Regional. She was born Saturday, December 28, 1985, to Greg Billiot and Jenny Runge.
She was preceded in death by her son, Mason Frank; grandfather, Curtis Billiot and grandparents,...
New CCPS playground set to open
CULLMAN, Ala. - The finishing touches are being put on the new playground at Cullman City Primary School, with the expansive new amenity set for student use in the coming days.The new playground features a turfed play area, as well as new swing sets,...
Obituary: Lloyd “Sarge” Erskin Goodwin
Lloyd "Sarge " Erskin Goodwin, age 93, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024.
Lloyd is preceded in death by his wife Betty Freeman Goodwin, parents Byrl Goodwin and Dovie Hicks Goodwin, two sisters, and seven brothers.
Lloyd leaves behind his daughter Donna...
Obituary: William Henry Clark
Funeral services for William Henry Clark, 93, of Cullman, Alabama will be Saturday, July 27th at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow the service at Mountain Grove Congregational Cemetery in Hanceville. Bro. Doug Pitts will be officiating services. Visitation will...
Obituary: Rebecca “Becky” Quick Fix
Rebecca "Becky" Quick Fix, age 72 of Vinemont, passed away quietly at her home in Vinemont, AL on Monday, July 8, 2024. She was born to Ellis Quick and Rilla Quick.She was preceded in death by her parents.Survivors include her husband, Gary Austin Fix;...
Obituary: Shirley Shepherd Tuck
Shirley Shepherd Tuck, age 88, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024. Shirley was born in Columbus, Georgia to Bernice Sanders and John Hoyt Shepherd.
Shirley is survived by her daughter Sherilyn (John) Werner; and her daughter Holly (Greg) Boatright; her grandchild...
Kerry Watson will not seek re-election to Cullman County Commission
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Commissioner for District 1, Kerry Watson, announced Tuesday, Aug. 13, that he will not seek re-election in 2026. He made the announcement during the commission meeting.
“I have been very blessed to serve Cullman County and I have enjoyed serving...
Obituary: James Frank Blakely
James Frank Blakely, age 70, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024.
No services are planned at this time.
Obituary: Marilyn Hays Calvert
Marilyn Hays Calvert of Owens Cross Roads, AL a dearly loved and adored wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend died on June 30, 2024 at Willow Brooke Skilled Care Center at Magnolia Trace in Huntsville, AL.
Marilyn was a native of Cullman County AL having...
Wallace State’s Adult Education program empowers record number of graduates in 2023-2024
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - From July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, Wallace State’s Adult Education program celebrated a milestone achievement by serving over 1,000 students and awarding over 350 individual certifications and degrees. This includes non-traditional high school diploma and General Educational Development test...
Worship InStyle Camp returns Aug. 3 at Smith Lake Baptist Church
CULLMAN, Ala. - Smith Lake Baptist Church and Redeeming Grace Church are joining forces to host the annual Worship InStyle Camp at Smith Lake Baptist Church on Aug. 3, from 1-6:30 p.m. Clay Tankersley, associate pastor of Crossroads Baptist in Hayden, will deliver the...
Obituary: Ernest Leon Waters
Ernest Leon Waters (Leon), age 89, of Birmingham, Alabama, died peacefully on June 25, 2024, at home with his family. He is survived by the love of his life, Kathryn Voigt Waters, his children Thomas (Jennifer) and Valerie (Darlene), his grandchildren Mary Kathryn (Gann)...
Obituary: Jacqueline C. Willoughby
Funeral Service for Jacqueline C Willoughby, age 96 of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, August 12, 2024, at Welti Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Pastor Kevin Jenkins officiating; burial at Welti Cemetery, Cullman, AL. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. - 1...
