All Obituaries

Jacob Dewayne Malone, 34, went to his forever home in heaven on April 17th, 2024. Jacob was born on November 11th, 1989 to Robin Fugate and Timmy Malone. He was married to his soul mate, Summer AnnaDeanna Malone, for almost 14 years. In 2010, they had his best friend, his son, Braxton Jacob Malone. Together they built a wonderful life full of love and laughter. Jacob was a devoted and supportive husband and father. He spent his free time doing anything Braxton wanted to do. From hunting to...

Larry Hoyet Fretwell, 75, was called home on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 after an extended illness. Larry was born in Colbert county on December 14, 1948 to the late Hoyet and Rachel Quinn Fretwell. He was married to the love of his life, Joyce Vandiver Fretwell, for 54 years and together they built a beautiful and loving family with two children, 7 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.  Larry worked for TVA for 26 years until his retirement. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and working...

Alberta Delgado Garcia, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at her residence in Phil Campbell, Alabama. She was born on November 7, 1938 to Inocente Delgado and Getrudes Garcia in Guerrero, Mexico. She is survived by her husband, Faustino Betancourt Roman; daughters, Maria Elena Tafolla, Cecilia Leon; sons, Santiago Martinez Delgado, Roberto Delgado Garcia, Jose Luis Betancourt, Arturo Betancourt, Marvelio Betancourt, Francisco Betancourt, Artemio Betancourt, Joel Leon, Edgar...

Bart James Barcelou, 42, passed away on April 1, 2024 at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, Alabama. He was born on May 20, 1981 in Buffalo, New York to David Barcelou and Judy Reed Walker. He is survived by his wife, Jessica Barcelou; mom, Judy Walker (step-father, Dave); father, David Barcelou (step-mother Pam); daughter, Larkin Barcelou; son, Tristan Barcelou; sisters, Chloe Barcelou, Olivia Barcelou, Sophia Barcelou; brothers, Ian Barcelou; Bobbie Walker, Berry Walker, Brent...

George E. Taylor Jr., 92, passed away on April 6, 2024 at his residence in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. He was born on May 20, 1931 in Malvern, Arkansas to George Evans Taylor and Gladys Ennis Taylor.   He was retired from Ford Motor Company and Champion International Paper. He was also a member of Grace Life Church in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. George was preceded in death by his father, George Evans Taylor Sr.; mother, Gladys Ennis Taylor; and three sisters. He is survived by his wife,...

Michael Wayne Smith, age 70, of Moulton, Alabama passed away on March 31, 2024 at North Alabama Medical Center, Florence, Alabama. He was born on November 10, 1953 in Lawrence County, Alabama. A graveside service will be on Friday, April 5, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Cemetery located in Mt. Hope, Alabama. He is preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Christine Smith; brother, Buddy Smith; sister, Ethel McGuire. He is survived by his daughters, Angela Abbot, Sheena...

Michael David Whitten, age 71, died April 1, 2024, at his home in Killen, Alabama surrounded by his family and close friends. Michael had been battling pancreatic cancer for nearly two years.  He was born February 23, 1953 in Memphis, Tennessee to Dave and Calista Whitten. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Cali, his parents, and his brother and butterfly collecting partner, Mark Whitten. He is survived by his beloved wife Sherry, daughter Meredith, son Zachary (Laurel), and...

Joni Rock, 62, of Tuscumbia, Alabama passed away on April 3, 2024 at her residence. She was born on July 23, 1961 in Pontiac, Michigan to J.L. and Louise Brackins Hays. She is preceded in death by her husband, William Rock; parents, J.L. and Louise Brackins Hays. Joni is survived by her son, Jonathan Rock. No service is planned at this time. Akins Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Donnie Lee Wilson, age 68, of Russellville, Alabama passed away on April 1, 2024 at North Alabama Medical Center. He was born on September 19, 1955 in Franklin County, Alabama. Visitation will be on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at Akins Funeral Home, Russellville, Alabama.  Burial will be on Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 11:00 am in Dempsey Cemetery, Russellville, Alabama. He is preceded in death by his parents, William Harvey and Lois Humphries Wilson; brother,...

Mary Edna Jennings Wilson, age 91 of Russellville, Alabama passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at her residence. She was a member of Southside Baptist Church for many years where she was very active in all of her church work. Visitation will be Thursday, March 28, 2024 from 12:00 – 2:00 pm at the First Baptist Church, Hackleburg, Alabama.  Funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm at the Church with Bro. Sam Morgan and Bro. Todd Burkhalter officiating.   Burial is at...