Obituary: Mary Sue Goodwin
Arrangements for Mary Sue Goodwin, age 85, of Cullman, are incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mrs. Goodwin was born Dec. 1, 1938 to Ottis Patterson and Nancy Jones Patterson. She passed from this life on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024.
She...
Obituary: Kenneth Oneal Nunnelley
Arrangements for Kenneth Oneal Nunnelley, age 72, of Baileyton, are incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Nunnelley was born Aug. 6, 1951 to Willard Nunnelley and Ester Owens Nunnelley. He passed from this life on Thursday, Feb. 1,...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 2, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 2, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
January 31• theft of property-4th degree; criminal mischief-3rd...
Auburn legend, College Football Hall of Famer Terry Beasley passes away
AUBURN, Ala. – Terry Beasley, a prolific pass catcher whose Auburn receiving records have lasted more than a half century, has passed away at the age of 73.
An All-American in 1970 and 1971, Beasley caught 141 career passes for 2,507 yards and 29 receiving touchdowns from...
Obituary: Carla Ann Towe
Funeral Service for Carla Ann Towe, age 75, of Decatur, will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; burial at Mt. Zion. Visitation will be from 1 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024 at...
County Commission ends emergency declaration
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Commission on Tuesday, Jan. 30, held an emergency called meeting to end the emergency declaration it set in place Jan. 15, during the region’s ice storm.
During the meeting, Cullman County Attorney Emily Niezer Johnston requested an executive session,...
Arrests and Incidents reported Feb. 1, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Feb. 1, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
January 29• obstructing governmental operations; resisting arrest; CR 730• possession of drug paraphernalia; Commercial...
Op-Ed: Cullman Tribune Debate Series picks back up with county superintendent race and who’ll snag the open judge’s seat
Since wonderful Covid locked us down for a while before excessive safety measures were put in place, The Tribune debates have been an event we look forward to as it allows hopeful candidates to actually debate and exchange ideas without being coached or given...
Obituary: Jerry Edwin Yeager
Celebration of Life Service for Jerry Edwin Yeager, age 76, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home.
Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral...
Cullman Attorney Randy Hames on trial in federal court following dismissal of local human trafficking charges
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Local attorney Randy Allan Hames, 81, on Monday went on trial in federal court in Huntsville on charges of violating the Fair Housing Act by making unwanted sexual advances and demanding sexual favors in lieu of rent payments from 15 female...
Obituary: Billy Thomas Sterling
Billy Thomas Sterling, age 93, of the Sardis Community, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024 at Princeton Medical Center in Birmingham.
He was born July 16, 1930 to James and Ollie Echols Sterling. He grew up and worked on the family farm as the youngest of...
Obituary: Laura Denise Stuckey
Laura Denise Stuckey, of Vinemont, Alabama, passed away on Jan. 26, 2024, at the age of 57. Ms. Stuckey was born in Michigan, on Oct. 22, 1966.
Ms. Stuckey was a truck driver for many years, and over the course of her career Laura logged...
Obituary: Richard Lee Sizemore
Richard Lee Sizemore, age 70, of Holly Pond, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024. Richard was born in Knoxville, Tennessee on July 7, 1953 to Marcinie Richard and Monta Lee Hyatt Sizemore.
A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be on Friday, Feb....
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 31, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 31, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
January 30• fraudulent use of credit/debit card; person;...
Obituary: Ronald Elbert Mann
Ronald Elbert Mann, born on May 25, 1947 in Cullman passed away on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024 at the age of 76 surrounded by his family.
He was proud to spend the last years and moments of his life in his home on 4th Ave...
Obituary: Marion Lynn-Parker
Funeral services for Marion Lynn-Parker, 81, of Bremen, will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024 at Bremen Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service at Ryan’s Creek Cemetery. Mrs. Parker will lie in repose at the church on Sunday from 12 p.m. until...
Obituary: James Lynn Daniel
Arrangements for James Lynn Daniel, age 67, Cullman, are incomplete at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Daniel was born Feb. 12, 1956 to Curtis L. Daniel and Creta Mae Elkins Daniel. He passed from this life on Jan. 27, 2024.
He...
Obituary: Michael Patrick Dye
Funeral service for Michael Patrick Dye, age 49, of Logan, is Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024 at 12 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Daniel Cochran officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. Interment will be at Mt. Zion Cemetery in...
Holly Pond man charged with possession, dissemination of child pornography
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Holly Pond man was arrested by the Alabama State Bureau of Investigation Thursday, Jan. 25.
Jacob “Jake” Harris, 24, is charged with five counts of possession of child pornography and one count of dissemination of child pornography.
Cullman County District Attorney Champ...
Local man arrested for child pornography
CULLMAN, Ala. - A local man was arrested by the State Bureau of Investigation on Thursday, January 25.
Jacob “Jake” Harris, 24, of Holly Pond was arrested by the SBI and charged with five counts of child pornography and one for dissemination of Child Pornography.
Cullman...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 30, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 30, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
January 25• harassment; person; 2nd Ave. NE
January 29•...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. – Recent arrests made by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office include:
Jan. 25
Deputies executed a warrant on Bradford Neal Meeks, who is currently being held at the Cullman County Detention Center on other charges.
Meeks is charged with unlawful possession of dangerous drugs.
Jan. 26
Deputies...
#BartonStrong event raises over $20K to benefit Jack Aces rider
CULLMAN, Ala. - Saturday, Jan. 27, saw more than 1,000 attendees come out to Brick Haven to show support for Jack Aces Motorcycle Club member, pillar of the riding community and deeply loved friend, Derrick Barton. More than $20,000 was raised through cornhole, pool...
PREP BASKETBALL: No. 10 Cullman handles Decatur 71-43, Lady Bearcats rally to win 57-48
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman was back home at Bearcat Arena Monday night to host a pair of big area games against Decatur and both the Bearcats and Lady Bearcats collected big wins on their home floor. In the girls’ game, Cullman trailed by as...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 29, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 29, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
January 25• unauthorized use of motor vehicle; CR 1498• theft of property; CR 384•...
Obituary: Jordan Christopher Wilkins
Jordan Christopher Wilkins, age 26, of Addison, passed away Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024 at his residence.
He was born Sep. 15, 1997 to James and Wanda Wilkins.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024 from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in...
Obituary: Gerald Brown
Gerald Brown, age 91, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024. Gerald was born on Aug. 1932, to Samuel Harma Brown and Gertrude Williamson Brown in Oakman, Alabama where he grew up. He attended Oakman High School and joined the Army...
Obituary: Douglas Gamble
Graveside services for Douglas Gamble, 85, of Hayden, will be 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024 at Garden City Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home.
Mr. Gamble was born Oct. 7, 1938 in...
Obituary: Misty Annette Dempsey
Misty Annette Dempsey, 39, of Double Springs, passed away Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024 at her residence.
She was born July 9, 1984. Misty’s world revolved around her children and husband. She loved her family more than anything. She was such a wonderful person and friend....
Obituary: Jason Daniel “Pork Chop” Cofield
Jason Daniel “Pork Chop” Cofield, 46 of Arab, Died Saturday Jan. 27, 2924 at his residence.
Jason was born Aug. 10, 1977 in Marshall County, Alabama, the son of Thomas J. Cofield, Sr. and Loretta Lowe Cofield. He was a truck driver for Mid Central...
CCSO arrest roundup
CULLMAN, Ala. – Arrests made by the Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) recently include:
Jan. 11
Deputies arrested Christopher Lee Gamel, 35, of Arab, on a failure to appear warrant stemming from an incident that was reported in February 2023.
Gamel is charged with first-degree sexual abuse.
-------Deputies...
Cullman Primary Care joins Complete Health
CULLMAN, Ala. – Cullman Primary Care has joined the Complete Health primary care group. The acquisition brings Complete Health's total locations in Alabama to 20. Cullman Primary Care has served the community for five decades, offering family medicine, specialty services, lab diagnostics, urgent care...
Obituary: Jordan Christopher Wilkins
Jordan Christopher Wilkins, 26, of Addison, passed away Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024 at his residence.
He was born Sep. 15, 1997 to James and Wanda Wilkins.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024 from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. at Nichols Funeral Home in Addison,...
Obituary: Ronald Dale Steele
Funeral Service for Ronald Dale Steele, age 59, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. today, Monday, Jan. 29, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with burial at Beech Grove Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 29, 2024...
Obituary: Linda Jean Walmsley
Funeral service for Linda Jean Walmsley, age 78, of Cullman, will be Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024 at 12 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Bro. Chris Hargrove and Bro. Tim Dubberly officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday, Jan. 29, 2024 from 6...
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...
Victim Services welcomes Jessica Atchley as interim executive director
CULLMAN, Ala. - Victim Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Jessica Atchley as interim executive director. With an impressive background in leadership and management, Atchley brings a wealth of experience to her new role.
In her career, she has delved deeply into the...
Owner says water restored at West Point Place
WEST POINT, Ala. - Residents of West Point Place, a small, locally owned mobile home community, said that since around Jan. 14, their homes had no water, and said the property owner had given them no answers. On Jan. 26, the property owner said...
Obituary: Jerry Loyal Blair
Funeral service for Jerry Loyal Blair, age 86, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Dennis Trimble officiating; burial at Ebenezer Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. on...
Hanceville council sets hearing for potential new subdivision
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – At its meeting on Thursday, Jan. 25, the Hanceville City Council discussed a potential new subdivision, which would require rezoning and annexation.
The proposed subdivision would be located on Hopewell Road. The proposal includes up to 87 new single-family homes. The property...
Hanceville dispatchers enjoying newly renovated office
HANCEVILLE, Ala. – The Hanceville Police Department dispatch crew is finally settling into their newly renovated space this week; new chairs and consoles, along with newly created entryways and bathroom have given the dispatchers a fresh and functional space in which to operate. The...
Sinkhole discovered on County Road 222
CULLMAN, Ala. - On the afternoon of Friday, Jan. 26, a large sinkhole was discovered along the shoulder of County Road 222. The roadway was closed for a short period of time while County road crews worked to figure out the cause of the...
Obituary: Ben Andrew Hoenig
Ben Andrew Hoenig, age 92, of Cullman, passed from this life peacefully on Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024 at the Folsom Center in Cullman. A private family graveside service will be held on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024 at Cullman City Cemetery at 3 p.m.
Ben was...
Obituary: Richard L. Olson, LTC (Ret)
Memorial for Richard L. Olson, LTC (Ret), age 78, of Cullman, is Monday, Feb. 5, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Sardis Baptist Church in Trimble. Interment will follow at Sardis Baptist Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Olson was born April...
Obituary: Christine Yates
Christine Yates, age 73, of Cullman, passed from this life on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024. Mrs. Yates was born Oct. 12, 1950, to Bascom Davis and Kathleen Price Davis. There are no arrangements at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
She...
Obituary: Howard Luther Holmes
Howard Luther Holmes, age 64, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024.
A celebration of life visitation for Howard will be held Sunday, January 28, 2024 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Moss-Service Funeral Home, 1901 2nd Avenue, N.W., Cullman, Alabama...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 26, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 26, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
Jan. 24• theft of property-1st degree; person; cash;...
First Source for Women in need of volunteers
CULLMAN, Ala. - Unplanned pregnancies can leave some women and families in need of help. For those unprepared parents in Cullman County who are scared and in need of help, support, advice or even pregnancy care, First Source for Women is a resource available...
Cullman Library Board discusses increased security following recent trespass
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Library Board met on Wednesday, Jan. 24, to discuss potential new security measures on the heels of a recent trespass being issued.
Cullman County Public Library Circulation Manager Laura Benton said an unhoused regular library patron who had been...
Cullman City Council praises response to winter storm
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman City Council on Monday offered praise for the response of multiple City departments to last week’s ice storm, noting speed of action and rapid returns to normal operations.
Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism shut down for part of the...
Logan man killed in wreck
Updated Jan. 26, 2024, at 8:50 a.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A Logan man died in a two-vehicle crash on Thursday, Jan. 25, just after 12:40 p.m. according to Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick.
Kilpatrick said Jerry Michael Simmons, 72, was killed in a head-on collision in...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 25, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 25, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
January 22• theft of property; CR 1083• domestic violence; CR 1605• possession of dangerous...
Obituary: Mary Jane Irons
Funeral services for Mary Jane Irons, 82, of Hanceville, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024 at Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel.
Burial will follow the service at Fairview West Cemetery. Brother Adam Whitehead will be officiating.
Visitation will be Sunday, Jan. 28, 2023 from...
Obituary: Edwin L Buckelew
Edwin L Buckelew, age 82, of Vinemont, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024.
A visitation for Edwin will be held Friday, Jan. 26, 2024 from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m at Ridout's Gardendale Chapel, 2029 Decatur Highway, Gardendale, AL 35071, followed by a...
Obituary: Shirley Ann Price Dovel
Graveside service for Shirley Ann Price Dovel, age 88, of Cullman, will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, at Hillview Cemetery, Alexander City, AL, burial at Hillview Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday, Jan, 26,...
Obituary: Violet Elizabeth Davis Pair
Violet Elizabeth Davis Pair, 76, of Hanceville, passed away Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024 in Falkville Health and Rehab.
Violet was born Tuesday, Dec. 16, 1947 in Cullman, Alabama, the daughter of Earl Davis and Eunice Kirk Davis. Violet lived the first twelve years of her...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 24, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 24, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidents
January 22• person; harassment• criminal mischief-3rd degree; person;...
Flooding rain, storms into weekend
CLANTON, Ala. – Rain and thunderstorms ahead of a line of storms will move across the state from this morning through evening with several additional bands or lines of storms through Thursday. The highest threat will be heavy rainfall where widespread 2-4 inches are possible...
Obituary: Miguelina Altagracia Almonte
A Funeral Mass for Miguelina Altagracia Almonte, 40, of Hanceville, will be 10 a.m., Friday January 26, 2024 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Visitation for the public will be at Sacred Heart Church on Friday from 8:45 a.m. until 9:15 a.m. The Rosary will be...
Obituary: Sammie Lyn Needham
Sammie Lyn Needham, of Holly Pond, Alabama, was welcomed into Heaven on Jan. 22, 2024, at the age of 65. Mr. Needham was born in Oneonta, Alabama, on June 1, 1958, to Samuel and Augie Louise Wilson Needham.
Mr. Needham provided for his family as...
Obituary: Emileen P. Tolbert
Funeral service for Emileen P. Tolbert, age 88, of Vinemont, will be Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, with Bro. Jr. Garmon officiating. Family will welcome friends from 1 p.m. until 2 pm. Interment will be held at Blair...
Obituary: Mary Jane Stancil
Graveside service for Mary Jane Stancil, age 72, of Cullman, will be at 3 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024 at Mt. Carmel Cemetery at Berlin with Dr. David Chambers officiating; burial at Mt. Carmel Cemetery at Berlin.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge...
Obituary: Bradley Junior Sapp
Funeral service for Bradley Junior Sapp, age 49, of Vinemont, will be Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Vernon FCM Church, with Bro. Glennis Best officiating. Family will welcome friends from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Interment will be held at...
Obituary: DeWayne Eliot Heine
DeWayne Eliot Heine, age 55, was born to Pam Heine Carter in Minneapolis, MN on Nov. 3, 1968. He went to his heavenly home with the Lord on Jan. 22, 2024.
He left this world a brighter place. His love for God and family was...
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 23, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 23, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentNo incidents reported.
ArrestsJanuary 22
Lavigne, Brandi L.; 47• FTA-...
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,...
Obituary: Jerry David Smith
Memorial service for Jerry David Smith, age 74, of Vinemont, will be Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Ebenezer Baptist Church, with Bro. Dennis Trimble officiating.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Smith was born Aug. 12, 1949, to...
Obituary: Louise Peinhardt Pugh
Louise Peinhardt Pugh, of Birmingham, passed away at UAB Palliative Care on Jan. 21, 2024 at the age of 84.
Ms. Pugh was born Aug. 17, 1939 to Emil Louis and Emma Kress Peinhardt in Cullman Alabama.She is preceded in death by her parents, husband:...
Tree sale coming to Agriplex Feb. 24
CULLMAN, Ala. - After surviving the recent ice storm, many residents may be dreaming of warmer temperatures and sunny days spent in the garden. Give your landscape a boost and support local educational programs by attending the Cullman County Natural Resources Planning Committee’s native...
Lost wages and grocery bills: Now what?
CULLMAN, Ala. - An estimated 59% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, according to a survey by Charles Schwab. That’s 59% of Americans barely scraping by, having to delicately manage bills versus income and needs versus wants. When an intense ice storm threw...
140 jumpers brave 2024 Polar Bear Plunge
CULLMAN, Ala. – Brave souls of all ages braved the wintry waters of WildWater at Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism’s 2024 Polar Bear Plunge on Saturday, Jan. 20. The event was free with an optional donation to benefit the Special Olympics of Alabama....
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....
Obituary: Milton Ray Bolzle
Funeral service for Milton Ray Bolzle, age 83, of Cullman, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024 at St. John's Evangelical Church; Rev. John Richter and Mr. Nathan Williams officiating; burial at Cullman City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m....
Obituary: Sister Eleanor Harrison, O.S.B.
Sister Eleanor Harrison, O.S.B., a Benedictine Sister of Sacred Heart Monastery in Cullman, AL, died peacefully on January 21, 2024, at the monastery, at the age of 97. Sister Elisabeth Meadows, Prioress, led prayers as Sisters gathered at her bedside.
Reception of the Body with...
Obituary: Brenda Joyce Wilcutt
Brenda Joyce Wilcutt, 74, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Jan. 21, 2024. Mrs. Wilcutt was born in Leeds, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 1949.
Joyce enjoyed the beach and tending to her flowers and plants. She loved a good yard sale and was an avid...
Obituary: Tasha Frederick
Tasha Frederick, age 34, of Dallas, Georgia and formerly of Good Hope, passed from this life too soon on Jan. 3, 2024.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Tasha was born on Jan. 12, 1989 to Timothy Martin Cutshaw and Tamela Joanna Hicks...
Obituary: Lealus Alan Tucker
Lealus Alan Tucker, age 69, of Hanceville, passed away on Jan. 16, 2024. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Please visit www.cullmanfuneralhome.com to sign the online guestbook.
Arrests and Incidents reported Jan. 22, 2024
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported Jan. 22, 2024. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidents
January 11• possession of controlled substance; possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 69 S• domestic...
How to beat the chill, without killing the power bill
CULLMAN, Ala. – While the worst part of the winter storm week has passed, there are a few more days of freezing temperatures ahead. Here are a few tips to help families beat the chill, without killing the power bill.
Set thermostats and heaters to...
Agriplex announces tiered giving donors for New Home for the Harvest Capital Campaign
CULLMAN, Ala. - The North Alabama Agriplex is excited to announce major donors for the New Home for the Harvest Capital Campaign. This includes tiered giving donors as well as naming sponsors for specific rooms.
The New Home for the Harvest Campaign kicked off fundraising...
Morris Williams running for Cullman County Schools superintendent
CULLMAN, Ala. – Morris Williams, a lifelong resident and educator, has announced his candidacy for Cullman County Schools superintendent. Williams said he brings a rich blend of local heritage, educational expertise and diverse professional experiences.
Williams said he has deep roots in the community. "I...
Braving the cold for the sake of others
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County has effectively been at a standstill for the better portion of a week, thanks to the winter storm that swept in on Monday. Temperatures plummeted and many local volunteer organizations jumped into action, opening warming stations to anyone needing...
Obituary: Jacob Daniel Thomas
Jacob Daniel Thomas, known to most as “Jake,” passed away on Jan. 17, 2024, at the age of 42. Mr. Thomas was born to Danny Lee and Debra Phillips Thomas on Sep. 9, 1981, in Cullman County, Alabama.
Jake was an employee of the City...
Obituary: Mary Louise Smith
Funeral services for Mary Louise Smith, 88, of Hanceville, will be 12 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024 at Center Hill Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service at Center Hill Cemetery. Reverend Heath Riggs will be officiating the services. Visitation will be prior to the...
Obituary: Elouise Thomas
Funeral service for Elouise Thomas, age 88, of Cullman, is Monday, Jan. 22, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Cullman Funeral Home chapel, with Tony Thomas officiating. Family will welcome friends from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. Interment will be held at Simcoe Methodist Cemetery.
Cullman Funeral...
Obituary: William “Bill” Lay
William "Bill" Lay, 82, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. Bill was born in California on Dec. 3, 1941 to James Ted and Jewell Kelly Lay.
A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024 at...
Obituary: Keith Maze
Keith Maze, age 63, of Arab, born April 15, 1960 to Marlon Maze and Betty Johnson Maze, passed from this life on Jan. 17, 2024. There are no services planned at this time.
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
He was preceded in...
Obituary: Elizabeth “June” Lee Moore
Elizabeth “June” Lee Moore passed away peacefully in Auburn, Alabama on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024.
June was born on June 19, 1933 to Roy Lee and Christine Roberts Lee. She was born in Addison, Alabama and graduated from Addison High School in 1952. June married...
Obituary: Rodney Lewis Hooper
Rodney Lewis Hooper, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Jan. 15, 2024, at the age of 64. Rodney was born in Blount County, Alabama, on April 20, 1959, to Lewis Cleamon and Betty Sue Craft Hooper.
Rodney was a member of Fairview First Baptist Church...
Obituary: Betty Jean O’Mary Smith
Betty Jean O’Mary Smith, longtime resident of Crane Hill, Alabama, passed away peacefully in her home on January 13, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Harvey Lee O’Mary and Eloise Baughn O’Mary, and her sister, Jimmie O’Mary Mitchell. She is survived by...
Obituary: Dorothy “Dot” Ann (Sims) Caldwell
Dorothy “Dot” Ann (Sims) Caldwell passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
She was preceded in death by her husband Joe “Jack” Jackson Caldwell, her parents Ides and Mabel Sims, her sisters, Clara Campbell and Bertha Jones, and her brother Roy...
Obituary: Elwin Oneal Swann
Elwin Oneal Swann, age 83, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. Elwin was born on Aug. 7, 1940 to Avery and Effie Swann in Garden City, Alabama.
He grew up in Garden City and graduated from Hanceville High School in 1959....
The Link closes warming shelter
CULLMAN, Ala. - Temperatures began to plummet on Monday, Jan. 15, and Cullman County quickly succumbed to the freezing point as roads, vehicles and lawns slowly became encased in ice. Many residents in Cullman County rely on electric heat, either through heating units that...
Desperation Church adds 2 new pastors to Cullman staff
CULLMAN, Ala. - Desperation Church last Sunday morning announced the recent hiring of two new pastors to assist in day-to-day operations at its Cullman campus.
Matt Phillips and his wife, Alisha Phillips, were named new pastor and associate pastor for the Cullman location.
Pastor Andy Heis...
Saw Mill Road Productions: Paving the way for future artists
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two local troubadours are offering up-and-coming musicians and artists real-word experience in the music industry, giving them insight and encouragement into what is known as the most cutthroat business around. Nashville recording artists Brett Greer and Jerry Parker are offering a...
ALDOT cautions against travel as conditions worsen
ALDOT advises motorists that travel is hazardous and expected to become more hazardous as conditions worsen tonight in north Alabama. Non-essential travel is strongly discouraged.
At this time, the only weather-related closure of a state-maintained route is on I-65, between Exit 310 (Alabama 157 at Cullman)...
Obituary: Betty Jean O’Mary Smith
Betty Jean O’Mary Smith, longtime resident of Crane Hill, Alabama, passed away peacefully in her home on Jan. 13, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Harvey Lee O’Mary and Eloise Baughn O’Mary, and her sister, Jimmie O’Mary Mitchell. She is survived...
Obituary: Freda Vondalee Rowell
Freda Vondalee Rowell, nee Bell, age 87, passed away on Dec. 9, 2023, in her home state of Indiana.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Pastor Adam Whitehead...
Obituary: Windel Lee Brock
Windel Lee Brock, age 73, of Cullman, Alabama passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024. Windel was preceded in death by his parents Dwight and Lenora Livingston Brock.
Windel is survived by his beloved wife, Linda Rusk Brock; his daughters Christie Whatley (Chris) and Sandra...
Obituary: Jayne Glover Norman
In loving memory of Jayne Glover Norman, who graced this world with her wit, warmth, and a touch of Southern Sass. Born on Aug. 24, 1954, Jayne peacefully departed this life on Dec. 2, 2023, at the age of 69. She leaves behind a...
