Obituaries

Perry Tedford

Perry Tedford

Sep 1, 2024

Perry Tedford, age 66 of Eutaw AL, passed away on Sunday, September 01, 2024, at his residence. Services for Mr. Tedford will be Monday, September 9, 2024, at Norwood-Wyatt Chapel, at 12:00 p.m. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Norwood-Wyatt Chapel will be directing the service. 

He is survived by his Children: Riley Tedford and Grey Tedford, Sister:...

Johnny Ray Sullivan

Johnny Ray Sullivan

Aug 30, 2024

Johnny Ray Sullivan, age 61 of Belk AL, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024, at Hospice of West Alabama. Services for Mr. Sullivan will be Tuesday, September 03, 2024, at Norwood-Wyatt Chapel, at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Bro. Barry Kelly will be officiating the service....

Verlie Maddox

Verlie Maddox

Aug 28, 2024

Verlie Maddox, age 97 of Northport AL, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at Forrest Manor Health and Rehab Facility. There will be a graveside service for Mrs. Maddox Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Memory Hill Gardens Cemetery, at 10:00 a.m. Bro. Ken Salley will be officiating the service. Norwood-Wyatt Chapel will be directing the service. 

She is survived by...

William "Harold" Jones

William "Harold" Jones

Aug 28, 2024

William "Harold" Jones, age 72 of Fayette AL, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at his home. Services for Mr. Jones will be Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Norwood-Wyatt Chapel, at 12:00 p.m. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Bro. Leland Sapp and Bro. Caleb Sapp will be officiating the service. Burial will follow at Saragossa...

Jimmy Cannon

Jimmy Cannon

Aug 27, 2024

Jimmy Cannon, age 79 of Berry AL, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at Hospice of West Alabama. There will be a private service. 

Abigail "Abby" Bailey

Abigail "Abby" Bailey

Aug 26, 2024

Abigail "Abby" Bailey, age 45 of Berry AL, passed away on Monday, August 26, 2024, in Winston County. Services for Mrs. Bailey will be Thursday, August 29, 2024, at Rhema Christian Fellowship Church, at 3:00 p.m. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow a Bethabara Cemetery. Bro. John David Booth will be officiating the service....

John T. "Lil John" Sowins

John T. "Lil John" Sowins

Aug 24, 2024

John "Lil John" Sowins, age 57 of Fayette AL, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024, at DCH of Tuscaloosa. Services for Mr. Sowins will be Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at Norwood-Wyatt Chapel, at 5:00 p.m. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Bro. Mike Perrigin will be officiating the service. Norwood-Wyatt Chapel will be directing the service. 

Lil...

John Steven Shoemaker

John Steven Shoemaker

Aug 13, 2024

John Steven "Steve" Shoemaker, age 68 of Tuscaloosa AL, peacefully passed away on Monday, August 13, 2024, in Tuscaloosa AL, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and a life lived on his own terms . A memorial service for Mr. Shoemaker will be Thursday, August 29, 2024, at St. Francis of Assisy University Parish Church in Tuscaloosa AL, at 2:30...

James "Jimmy" Hoffman Gullett Sr.

James "Jimmy" Hoffman Gullett Sr.

Aug 7, 2024

James “Jimmy” Hoffman Gullett, Senior, age 97, passed away on Wednesday, August 07, 2024, at DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. A graveside service will be held on Monday, August 12, 2024, at Fayette City Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Chris Herbert will officiate the service. Norwood-Wyatt Chapel will be directing the arrangements.

Mr. Gullett is preceded in death by...

Lowell Arnold Sexton

Lowell Arnold Sexton

Aug 3, 2024

Lowell Arnold Sexton, age 88 of Fayette AL, passed away on Saturday, August 03, 2024, at Northwest Regional Medical Center. Services for Mr. Sexton will be Friday, August 09, 2024, at Norwood-Wyatt Chapel, at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Burial will be at Bethel Methodist Church Cemetery. There will be a meal provided at...

Dorothy Sands

Dorothy Sands

Aug 1, 2024

Dorothy Sands, age 86 of Berry AL, passed away on Thursday, August 01, 2024, at Fayette Long Term Care Center. Services for Mrs. Sands will be Saturday, August 03, 2024, at Norwood-Wyatt Chapel, at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Burial will be at Berry City Cemetery. Bro. Lynell Early and Bro. Steve Cannon will...

Daniel Holliman

Daniel Holliman

Jul 29, 2024

Daniel Ray Holliman, age 74 of Belk AL, passed away on Monday. July 29, 2024, at his residence. Services for Mr. Holliman will be Saturday, August 03, 2024, at Norwood-Wyatt Chapel, at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow at Owen's Cemetery. Bro. Mark Otts will be officiating the service. Norwood-Wyatt Chapel will...

Howell "Hal" Booth Holland III

Howell "Hal" Booth Holland III

Jul 27, 2024

Howell ‘Hal’ Booth Holland III, a vibrant and spirited 21-year-old, passed away unexpectedly on July 27, 2024. Born and raised in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, Hal was a beloved son, brother, and friend.After the family moved to Fayette, Alabama, Hal forged many great friendships. His wit, laughter and warm smile drew people to him. Hal learned he had a deep passion...

Michael Dewayne Franks

Michael Dewayne Franks

Jul 20, 2024

Michael Franks, age 58 of Fayette AL, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at his residence. Services for Mr. Franks will be Friday, July 26, 2024, at Norwood-Wyatt Chapel, at 12:00 p.m. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery. Bro. Robert Parrish will be officiating the service. Norwood-Wyatt Chapel will...

Randall Kent Burns

Randall Kent Burns

Jul 18, 2024

Randall “Randy” K. Burns of Fosters, Al died peacefully at home with his wife by his side on July 18, 2024.

Randy was born on April 3, 1947, in Ralph, Al to the late Aubrey and Edna Mae Burns. 

In 1962 while riding the school bus he met the love of his life Dorothy Ann Taylor. After graduating from Tuscaloosa County High...

Rayfield Broughton Jr.

Rayfield Broughton Jr.

Jul 16, 2024

Rayfield Broughton Jr., age 71 of Fayette AL, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at DCH of Fayette. Services for Mr. Broughton will be Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Norwood-Wyatt Chapel, at 12:00 p.m. He will lie in state one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow at Cannan Cemetery. Norwood-Wyatt Chapel will be directing the service. 

Rayfield (Ray)...

Jack R. "Coach" Hankins

Jack R. "Coach" Hankins

Jul 9, 2024

Jack R. "Coach" Hankins, age 72 of Fayette AL, passed away on Tuesday, July 09, 2024, at Fayette Medical Center Long Term Care. Services for Coach Hankins will be Friday, July 12, 2024, at Norwood-Wyatt Chapel, at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow at Fayette City Cemetery. Bro. Gene Dawkins will be...

Dwight Roby

Dwight Roby

Jul 2, 2024

James "Dwight" Roby, age 67 of Northport AL, passed away on Tuesday, July 02, 2024, at his residence. There will be a graveside service Friday, July 05, 2024, at White's Chapel Church of Christ Cemetery, at 10:00 a.m. Norwood-Wyatt Chapel will be directing the service. 

James "Dwight" Roby is preceded in death by his father; James W. "Boe" Roby, paternal grandparents;...

Maria Duarte

Maria Duarte

Jun 28, 2024

María Duarte was born on October 24, 1947 in the city of Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico. Daughter of Mary and Santiago. She was the second of 14 siblings. She had to leave dolls and school to help her mother with her siblings as a child. When she was young she started working to help with his household expenses because the...

Norah Ollis Walker

Norah Ollis Walker

Jun 25, 2024

Norah Ollis Walker, age 78 of Fayette AL, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at his residence. Services for Mr. Walker will be Monday, July 01, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., at Norwood-Wyatt Chapel. He will lie in state one hour prior to service time. Rev. David Smith wll be officiating the service. Burial will follow at New Hope Cemetery...