Dewey Clarkston McDougal
Apr 20, 2025
Dewey McDougal, 81, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025 at his East Gadsden home with his relatives around him. He was born to Newman and Emma Morgan McDougal in Rome, GA. He graduated with a degree in accounting and worked as a CPA until retiring in 2022. He proudly served in the US Air Force.
He was preceded in death...
Debra Lou Murphy
Apr 18, 2025
DEBRA LOU MURPHY, 67, of Piedmont, passed away on Friday, 18, 2025, at NE AL Regional Medical Center in Anniston following a brief illness. Born in Piedmont, AL, she was the daughter of Thomas and Mary Lillian Surrett Motes.
She was employed at several local factories as a seamstress. She was preceded in death by her parents and most recently by...
Carrie Ann Spradlen
Apr 3, 2025
Carrie Ann Spradlen passed April 3rd, 2025. She would have been 32 yrs old the 20th of this month Easter Sunday.
Her father, James A. Spradlen Jr., & his parents all proceeded her in death. She is survived by her mother Martha Ann Calhoun & stepfather Marc Davis and grandparents Mr. & Mrs. J. Paul Calhoun, Jr. She is also survived...
Carolyn Crook Burrows
Mar 7, 2025
Carolyn Crook Burrows, 84, of Piedmont, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025 at her sister’s home in Georgia. The Calhoun native, borne to George Washington and Hettie Moore Crook was the widow of Nathan Ray Burrows, and had worked for 32 years at Blue Mountain in Anniston as an inspector.
She is survived by her caring nephew, Eric Barnes; son:...
Sheri Lynn Proctor
Mar 5, 2025
Sheri Lynn Proctor, born on August 12, 1974, departed this life on March 5, 2025, in Rome, Georgia. A beacon of warmth and compassion, Sheri was known for her caring and outgoing personality, which endeared her to many. She possessed a nurturing spirit and often acted as a mother figure to those who loved her dearly.
She was a devoted mother...
Bonnie L Rainey
Feb 16, 2025
Bonnie L. Rainey, a cherished business owner and beloved member of the Piedmont community, elegantly graced this world from January 27, 1948, until her passing on February 16, 2025. Born in the quaint yet vibrant enclave of Piedmont, Alabama, Bonnie's life was a tapestry woven with kindness, creativity, and an unwavering spirit.
In her career as a cosmetologist and beautician, she...
Fred Thomas Witsell
Feb 8, 2025
Fred Thomas Witsell 101, of Piedmont AL, passed away on February 8th at his home, surrounded by family.
Freddie was born on November 26th, 1923 in Mobile AL to Frances and Robert Witsell and grew up in New Orleans LA. He graduated from Warren Easton High School in New Orleans, LA in1940. After graduating from Cal- Aero Technical Institute, he had...
Howard Coleman Forrister
Feb 3, 2025
Howard Coleman Forrister, 62, Piedmont, AL, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 3, 2025. The Alabama Native was one of 13 children born to Arthur and Sarah Alice Williams Forrister.He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons: Jake C. Forrister and Allen Blake Forrister; grandchild: Amelia Marie Forrister; siblings: Edward, Arthur, Jr., Floyd, Franklin, Sarah Langley Studdard, Caron...
Rodney Marion Lawler
Jan 27, 2025
Viewing for Rodney Marion Lawler, 56, of Piedmont, will be Tuesday, January 28, 2025 from 6-7 PM at Dansby Heritage Chapel.
Mr. Lawler was born in Gadsden, AL to Robert and Brenda Christopher Lawler. He was a lifetime resident of Piedmont and retired from Army Depot as a heavy duty mechanic and was of the Baptist Faith. He loved everyone...
Linda Gail Proctor
Jan 1, 2025
LINDA GAIL PROCTOR, 70, of Piedmont, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025. She was born in South Carolina to Ben Winford and Doris Louise Herrington Ray, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband: Ronald Steve Proctor; son: Scotty Eugene Proctor, and sisters: Doris Edna Moody, Becky Lynn Ardis, and Sadie Mae Ray. Linda...
Wenford Dean Humphrey
Dec 31, 2024
WENFORD DEAN HUMPHREY, 69, passed on to his beautiful forever home at Riverview Regional Medical Center in Gadsden on December 31, 2024. Born in Chicago, IL to Ardis Norman Humphrey and Edna Faye Humphrey, he graduated from Jacksonville State University with a bachelor’s degree in Business/Accounting. He served in the US Air Force and was retired from the IRS in...
Myrtice Bedwell Rainey
Dec 11, 2024
MYRTICE MARIE RAINEY, 90, of Piedmont, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Piedmont HealthCare Center. Born in Cherokee County, AL to Oleus and Claudie Nicholson Bedwell, she was retired from SCT Cotton Mill.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband: George Norman Smith; her second husband: Raymond Rainey; daughter: Kathy Ross; and siblings: AJ...
Maryann Simmons
Dec 10, 2024
Maryann Simmons, 78, of Santa Maria, CA will be interred in Union Grove Cemetery on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 10:00 A.M. beside her husband, James Simmons. Ms Simmons died Tuesday, December 10, 2024 in Santa Maria.
Born in Ohio to Matthew and Mary Sudzina Zaborsky, she was a Human Resource Specialist for 40 years with the Federal Government and a...
Linda Gail Johnson
Dec 1, 2024
LINDA GAIL JOHNSON, 79, has moved on to a greater place in Jacksonville, AL on December 1, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents: Will and Ethel Phillips; and spouse: Gerald Bradley Johnson. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024 at the Tredegar Congregational Holiness Church at 2:00 PM. Visitation will be from 12:00...
Jimmie Lee Power
Nov 26, 2024
Ms Jimmie Lee Power, 85, of Piedmont passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 in Heflin, AL. Born in Attalla, AL to Inzer Dallas and Lily Irene Baty Shell, she was a retired seamstress in the clothing manufacturing. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Julian Power; and daughter, Debra Evans.
She is survived by her children: Shelby...
Monroe Levern Measles
Nov 25, 2024
MONROE LEVERN MEASLES, 75, passed away peacefully at home in Piedmont, AL on November 25, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was one of eight children born in Jacksonville, AL to James William and Nobie Virginia Bragg Measles. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers: Billy Measles (Ann), and James Measles; sisters: Agnes Glass (Glen), Joy May...
Grady Boyd Cochran
Nov 7, 2024
Grady Boyd Cochran, 52 years old, passed away peacefully at home on November 7, 2024. He attended Spring Garden School, and was a concrete finisher by trade until he became disabled.
He enjoyed watching the Pittsburgh Steelers and NASCAR. He dearly loved his dog, Fred, and his cat, Lucky.
He is survived by his brother Normon (Sheila) Cochran. He preceded in death...
Charles Elmund Haubenstricker
Oct 11, 2024
Charles Elmund Haubenstricker, 79, of Piedmont, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Flint, Michigan on Monday January 29, 1945. Mr. Haubenstricker retired from the Navy and worked at Walmart as a greeter. Mr. Haubenstricker was a loving husband, caring father, hard worker, and an awesome man. He is survived by his wife:...
Gaynell Herring
Oct 4, 2024
Graveside Services for Ms Gaynell Herring, 84, formerly of Gadsden, will be Friday, October 11, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. from Young’s Chapel Cemetery in Hokes Bluff. Pallbearers will be James Hazel, David Grantham,Michael Herring, Jason Herring, and Tony Herring,
Ms. Herring passed away on Friday, October 4, 2025 at Piedmont Health Care. Born in Hokes Bluff, she was the last of...
Mary Louise "Mert" Holbrook
Oct 3, 2024
Graveside Services for Mrs. Mary Louise “Mert” Holbrook, 89, of Piedmont will be held on Sunday, October 6, at 2:00 PM from Highland Cemetery. Visitation will be On Saturday, October 5, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Dailey Street Baptist Church.
Born in Cherokee Co. to James T. Mallows and Bertie...
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