OBITUARIES

Donald K. Stafford

Donald K. Stafford

Jul 11, 2024

Donald K. Stafford passed away July 11, 2024 after losing his battle with cancer. 

Donald was a proud Marine of 12 years. He worked at Northrop Grumman for many years on the THAAD Missile program. He enjoyed his work and loved talking to people as he was a friend to many. He enjoyed his retirement by reading many books and taking...

Durwood Colin Hargett

Durwood Colin Hargett

Jul 10, 2024

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Durwood Colin Hargett, known affectionately as "Woody," passed away on July 10, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, hard work, and love for his family. He was born in West Point, GA, on January 14, 1943. Woody's early life was marked by struggle, having grown up in poverty, picking cotton for the cotton mills of his hometown. Determined to...

Helen Vaughn Davis

Helen Vaughn Davis

Jul 9, 2024

Helen Vaughn Davis (born January 26th 1932) went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday July 9th 2024. Helen was a loving woman whose light shined brightly. She loved her Lord with all her heart, and she loved her family. She was always considerate of others throughout her life and mindful of their needs. 

She herself was a devoted caregiver,...

Margaret Anna Fury

Margaret Anna Fury

Jul 7, 2024

Margaret Anna Fury (Gudich), affectionately known as Marge, Margie, or Maggie, passed away at the age of 96 on July 7, 2024, in Athens, Alabama. Born on February 19, 1928, in Fern Glen, Pennsylvania, she was a strong-willed yet sweet woman who left a lasting impact on those around her.

 Margaret is survived by her loving sons, James (& Bonnie) Vinciguerra,...

Robert Joseph McCormick

Robert Joseph McCormick

Jul 1, 2024

Bob, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on July 1, 2024, in Huntsville, Alabama at the age of 68.

Bob was born December 27, 1955, in Kodiak, Alaska to Joseph and Sara Louise McCormick.

Bob completed his college studies at Seattle Pacific University before starting his IT carer at Microsoft.

In September 2009, Bob married his best friend Melanie, who he...

Mr. Ali Salehinasab

Mr. Ali Salehinasab

Jul 1, 2024

Mr. Ali Salehinasab, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away on July 1, 2024 in Huntsville, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of kindness and humor.

Born on March 26, 1925, in Tehran, Mr. Salehinasab was known for his honesty, willingness to help others, and his quick wit. He had a special way of making everyone around him feel...

Ritchie Dexter Vinson

Ritchie Dexter Vinson

Jun 30, 2024

Ritchie "Rich" Dexter Vinson, 76, of Madison Alabama, went home to be with the Lord on June 30, 2024.  Place of birth: Wilson, North Carolina. Ritchie is retired US Air Force and Federal Government employee of 40+ years. Rich loved life and the Lord to include Nascar, Formula 1 and yes, the Washington Redskins, New York Yankees, and he loved...

Sarah Regina Wesley

Sarah Regina Wesley

Jun 28, 2024

Sarah Regina Wesley, known affectionately as "Pequeña," passed away on June 28, 2024, in Huntsville, Alabama, at the age of 23. Born on March 6, 2001, in Tacloban City, Visayas, Philippines, she and her twin brother, James, were adopted and moved to Maryland before eventually settling in Huntsville, Alabama, where she attended Lee High School.

Sarah dedicated her life to helping...

Sharon E. Adgate

Sharon E. Adgate

Jun 28, 2024

Psalm 116:15 Precious in the eyes of the Lord is the death of His saints.

If a precious life could be summed up by a number, Sharon Edith Adgate’s would be 79. It’s the number of years she spent on Earth, spanning two centuries of time and numerous historical events. And numbers cannot lie; they are finite, orderly, and this number...

Herbert E. Goodrich

Herbert E. Goodrich

Jun 28, 2024

Herbert (Herb) Edwin Goodrich, 92, of Madison, AL, passed away on June 28, 2024. He was born on July 10, 1931, in Chester, PA, to Thomas Goodrich and Emma Rudge.

Herb was a test engineer for PPG Industries in Huntsville, AL, and was known for developing the Bird Impact Gun for testing aircraft windshields. He also served in the U.S. Army...

William (Bill) Edward Grissom

William (Bill) Edward Grissom

Jun 27, 2024

William (Bill) Edward Grissom, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on June 27, 2024, in Athens, Alabama, at the age of 70.

Bill was born on July 19, 1953, in Hazel Park, Michigan, to Douglas Rudolph Grissom and Doris Jean Grissom. He graduated from Milford High School in 1971 and dedicated over 35 years of his life to his...

Neal Allen Heffelfinger

Neal Allen Heffelfinger

Jun 19, 2024

Neal Allen Heffelfinger, of Madison, Alabama, passed away on June 19, 2024.

Laurie Roberta McClure

Laurie Roberta McClure

Jun 13, 2024

Laurie Roberta McClure, fondly known as Bobbie to her loved ones, passed away on June 13, 2024 surrounded by her family at her home in Madison, Alabama. She was born on July 21, 1935, in Anderson, South Carolina to Laurie and Daniel Ligon.

Bobbie led a remarkable life as a lifelong entrepreneur and successful businesswoman. Her journey in the world of...

Cecelia Marie Hintz

Cecelia Marie Hintz

Jun 12, 2024

Cecelia Marie Hintz, lovingly known as Cis or Cissy, passed away on June 12, 2024, in Huntsville, Alabama. She was born on February 23, 1943, in San Diego, California. Cecelia was a Private First Class in the US ARMY and throughout her life, she embodied the true spirit of kindness and love.

Cecelia will always be remembered for her warm smile...

Rev. George Kenneth Smith

Rev. George Kenneth Smith

Jun 12, 2024

Rev. George Kenneth Smith, age 86, of Huntsville, Alabama passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2024. 

He was born in Asheville, North Carolina to William McKinley and Moleta Buckner Smith in January of 1938.

He was a graduate of A.C. Reynolds High School in Asheville, North Carolina. He received degrees in Biology, Physical Education, and School Administration from High Point University in High...

W. Paul Breasseale

W. Paul Breasseale

Jun 10, 2024

Paul Breasseale passed from this life on the morning of June 10, 2024, at home, surrounded by his family. 

He was preceded in death by his parents Floyd and Inez Breasseale, brothers Billy Ray, Ernie (Nina), and Robert Breasseale; one sister, Pat Breasseale Sanders; and his daughter Tammy (Pete) Breasseale Woodward.

He is survived by his loving wife, Doris Breasseale; his devoted...

Jeffery Wayne Hussong

Jeffery Wayne Hussong

Jun 8, 2024

Jeffery Wayne Hussong, age 69, of Harvest, Alabama passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024. 

He was born on July 25, 1954, in El Paso, Texas to Wayne and Colleen Hussong. 

Jeffery is preceded in death by his brother Vaughn Hussong. He is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Linda Jernigan-Hussong; his son Parker Hussong; his daughter Melissa Sue Cox; his...

Dorothy Jean Spencer

Dorothy Jean Spencer

Jun 8, 2024

Dorothy Jean (Clemens) Spencer formerly of Dayton and Wilberforce, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2024, at the age of 93. At the time of her passing, she resided in Madison, Alabama where she was an active member of her community at Merrill Gardens. Mrs. Spencer met and married her college sweetheart at Bluffton College (University) where she excelled...

Cecil Milbern Dean

Cecil Milbern Dean

Jun 8, 2024

Cecil Milbern Dean, 86, of Huntsville, AL, passed away Saturday, June 8. Cecil was born to James Franklin Dean and Thelma McClellan Dean in Scott County, VA. He resided in Kingsport, TN, with his wife Linda and children Bryon and Lori, and worked at Eastman Chemical Company until his retirement on January 1, 2000. Cecil was a proud member of...

Douglas Joseph Railey, Jr.

Douglas Joseph Railey, Jr.

Jun 7, 2024

Douglas Joseph Railey, Jr.– Huntsville, AL - Colonel Douglas Joseph Railey, Jr. (USAF, Retired), 70, passed away Friday, June, 7, 2024, at his home in Huntsville, AL. He overcame many obstacles and accomplished so very much in his life.  He was born in New Orleans, LA; a 1971 Missouri Boy’s State graduate and a 1977 graduate of Louisiana State University....

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