Patrica Ann Bonner
It is with deepest sorrow that Lavender’s Funeral Service announces the passing of Mrs. Patrica Ann Bonner of Aliceville on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Hospice of West Alabama, Tuscaloosa. Visitation was Thursday, March 13, 2025, at Lavender’s Funeral Service. The home going celebration was Friday, March 14, 2025, at James and Lola Memorial Chapel, Aliceville. The body lay in state in the chapel from 2-2:40 p.m., prior to the service. Interment immediately followed the funeral service in Good Hope Cemetery, Aliceville. Rev. R. Seth Shamery, MDiv., pastor of Center Grove U. M. C., Huntsville, was the eulogist. Lavender’s Funeral Service, Aliceville, 205-373-2420, LavendersFuneralService.com, directing. Survivors are the Bonner and Washington families.
Mary Lee “Spoon” Doss
It is with deepest sorrow that Lavender’s Funeral Service announces the passing of Ms. Mary Lee “Spoon” Doss, 91, of Reform on Friday, March 7, 2025, at her residence. Visitation was Friday, March 21, 2025, at Lavender’s Funeral Service. The home going celebration was Friday, March 22, 2025, 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Reform. Interment followed the funeral service in Hopewell Cemetery, Reform. Rev. Henry Harris was the eulogist. Rev. Hugh Shambry is the pastor of First Baptist, Reform. Lavender’s Funeral Service, Aliceville, 205-373-2420, LavendersFuneralService.com, directing. Survivors are the Doss family.
Breighana Lynn Evridge
Breighana Lynn Evridge, 33, of Forkland, went to her eternal home on March 6, 2025. She was born on October 4, 1991, in Aiken, S. C., to Joseph Gordon Evridge and Lisa Domino Day. She was preceded in death by her unborn son, James Britton, 13 weeks old and her sister, Brittany Ann Evridge who died on November 11, 2022. She is survived by her mother and father, Jimmy Day; her niece, Camila Niana Canuto; her half-brother, Joe Evridge (Samantha and children); her half-sister, Shavonne Barley (Trey and children); her step-brothers, Daniel Day (Beth and children); and Stephen Day (Anna and children). Kirk Funeral Homes directing.
Virginia Ruth Hawthorne Jones
Virginia Ruth Hawthorne Jones of Buhl, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 9, 2025, covered with the love and comfort of family. Jenny was born on October 27, 1954 to the late Alberta and Eloise Hawthorne and was one of 10 children. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of almost 52 years, Cecil W. Jones, her siblings Allene Madison and Philip Hawthorne, her son Josh (Wynn), her daughter Eva (Elliott), and the true lights of her life her grandchildren Caleb Thorne McPherson, Olivia Jones Hoban (Christian), Natalie Cecelia Jones, and Gray Elliott McPherson. Jenny graduated from Tuscaloosa County High School in 1972 and served her community for many years as a postmaster for the United States Postal Service with the majority of those years in Coker, Alabama. After retiring from the Postal Service she completed a lifetime dream of attending nursing school and becoming a Registered Nurse working at DCH. Jenny did all of this while also serving God and humanity through her church, volunteering, and going on medical and dental mission trips to Honduras, Guatemala, and other less privileged areas. A memorial service was Friday, March 14, 2025 at 2 p.m. at Magnolia Chapel Funeral Home, Northport, with Bro. Shaun Faulkner officiating. Visitation was Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers and in remembrance of Jenny, please consider a donation to your favorite children’s charity, The Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org), or Hospice of West Alabama (hospiceofwestal.com).
Judy Lee Brackin Hereford Martin
Judy Lee Brackin Hereford Martin, born May 25, 1943, to Willie Lee and Byron Brackin, in York, Ala., was called home to her Lord Jesus Christ, March 11, 2025. She was preceded in death by: her parents; her first husband Roy Hereford, Jr.; and her second husband John L. Martin. She is survived by: her brothers Barry Brackin (Macky), Buddy Brackin (Donna); her children Leanne Peacock (Rob), Trey Hereford, Rachel Griffith (John), Samantha Hereford; her stepchildren Pam, John (Alma), Lamar Martin; her grandchildren Derek Hereford (Samantha), William Peacock, Nichole Peacock, Anna Weimorts, Meredith Weimorts; her great grandchildren Chloe Ferrin-Peacock, Beckham Bergeron-Hereford, Brooks Hereford. She spent most of the first 50 years of her life in Faunsdale. She graduated from Marengo County High School, Thomaston, in 1960. In 1964, she graduated from Judson College. It was at her beloved Judson that she met the two women who would be her dearest friends and sisters for the rest of her life, Glenda Rumsey and Ann Tysinger. “Place” was a very important concept in the life of Judy Martin. Her home, whether in Faunsdale, Tuscaloosa, or Marion, was always a warm welcoming place for friends and family to gather. Wherever she lived she was always very involved in her community. While in Marengo County, besides being involved in her husband’s businesses and her children’s school, she contributed her extraordinary gifts to many organizations including: the Farmers Federation board, the Red Cross, the Marengo County Cowbells, and the governor’s “Year of the Child” commission. After Roy died, she went to work at Judson College, another of her special “places.” She worked in various capacities at the college including as the Director of Alumni Affairs, Director of Admissions, Vice President of Development and Assistant to the President. She also served as President of the Alumni Association and was recognized as a Distinguished Alum. She was also very proud of her Black Belt roots and very knowledgeable about the history and culture of the area. She was a great advocate for local artists and artisans and served this group, enthusiastically celebrating them through her association with the Rural Heritage Center in Thomaston and Black Belt Treasures Cultural Arts Center in Camden. And then there was Marion. When she and John moved to Marion and restored their beautiful home on Clay Street, the town of Marion, Judson College and Marion Military Institute would all benefit. They worked tirelessly with several organizations including the Chamber of Commerce, Sowing Seeds of Hope, Renaissance Marion, UA Honors College, and Teach for America on coordinating service projects that would improve the viability of the town and the surrounding area. Finally, her faith was very important to her as were her chosen places of worship. She grew up attending both the Methodist and Presbyterian Churches in Faunsdale, as did all the Presbyterians and Methodists in the community, but she was a lifelong Methodist and was active in the Faunsdale Methodist Church until it closed its doors. After moving to Marion she joined the Marion Methodist Church, a place she and John loved. And now she goes to her next and most special place to be with her Lord and Savior and to join those she has loved who have gone before. A memorial service for Judy Martin will be held on Monday, March 17, 2025, at Marion Methodist Church with visitation at 10 a.m., and a celebration of life at 11 a.m. with Rev Len Hurston officiating, and Kirk Funeral Homes, Marion Chapel directing. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Marion Methodist Church, or PEO International are much appreciated.
Ronald E. “Goon” Stacy
Memorial service for Mr. Ronald E. “Goon” Stacy of Moundville were held on Sunday, March 12, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Victorious Life Church, Moundville. Ronald E. “Goon” Stacy was born September 5, 1961 in Douglas, AZ to Andrew Jackson Stacy and Frances Valencia Stacy Duron. He was an identical twin and child number six out of seven. He entered into Heaven in the early hours of March 10, 2025. He is survived by his wife of almost forty-two years Dawn Hamm Stacy; his daughters, Julia Cook (Duran), Martha Welshans (Seth); a son, Jon Michael Stacy; six grandchildren Alex, Cerilo and Delilah Cook, Helen, Piper, Zelda Welshans. Ronald was also a beloved Father figure and “Pop” to dozens of others. He is also survived by his siblings, Rose “ChaCha” Medina (Manny), Theresa “Terry” Cummings, Andrew Jackson Stacy, Jr. “Jack” (Gina), Stella “Cissy” Rojo (Armando), Donald Edgar “Eggy” Stacy, and Frances Elizabeth “Lisa” Stacy. He also was loved by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Ronald was welcomed into Heaven by his father, mother, grandparents, beloved father-in-law Hamm, beloved Aunt Stella Stacy, and many other family members, friends and grandson Xavier. Throughout his life, Goon welcomed many people into his home for fellowship, prayer and lots of food. He was known for his tacos, salsa, Mexican food, and Texas sheet cake and another a chicken tortilla bake and upon entering Heaven, those two people expect him to make good on his promise. Goon loved his farp.ily, friends, music, food, church, and above all else, his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He was a prayer warrior and worshipper. Babies loved him and he would often hold and sing or play worship songs for them. He loved to read and tell stories.
Alberta Turner
Alberta Turner, 81, of Centreville passed away March 12, 2025, at Bibb Medical Center. A graveside service was Friday, March 14, 2025, at 10 a.m. at Little Hope Primitive Baptist Cemetery, Eoline, with Rev. Ken Gamble officiating and Magnolia Chapel South directing. She is preceded in death by: her parents Carver and Dulcie Deason; mother-in-law Rebecca Turner; son Christopher Ratliff; siblings Ann Deason, Mickey Deason, Rod Deason, Mary Gamble; her in-laws Odis McGee, Perry Collins, Billy Ray Gamble. She is survived by: her husband Lamon Turner; daughter Patrice Lisle (Shawn); sons Chuck Ratliff (Judy), Cody Turner (Kimberly); sisters Barbara Cox (Henry), Frances McGee, Joyce Collins, Margaret Bailey, Fran Deason, brothers; Elbert Deason, Louie Deason (Janice), William Deason (Sandy); her grandchildren Cayleigh McCullough, Kinsley Turner, Cooper Turner; many nieces and nephews whom she adored. Alberta was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and aunt.
Buddy Lynn Vail
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Buddy Vail, 59, of Duncanville on Sunday, March 9, 2025. He was born February 20, 1966, in Joplin, Mo. He grew up in Welch, Okla., and then after college moved to Duncanville. Buddy was a cherished husband, a devoted father, a loving grandfather, and a friend to all. He was known for his servant’s heart, BIG personality, and passion for hunting. Buddy was full of life and his radiant smile lit up every room. Buddy left an impact on people, but most of all he left a legacy that will be carried on forever by his family. Though he is gone, his spirit will forever remain in our hearts. It’s not goodbye, but see you later. Buddy is survived by: his wife Jaclyn Dawn Vail; his daughter Kristin Ann Lee (Josh) of Moundville; and his daughter Megan Vail Black (Evan) of Northport; his parents Leon and Sandra Vail of Duncanville; his sisters Shannon Lynn Thompson of Duncanville, Patricia Sue Boles (James) of Guntersville; his grandchildren Bo Brandon Lee, Kash Tucker Lee, Riggs Warren Lee, Emerson Ruby Lee, Buddy Braelynn Black. Buddy was preceded in death by his grandparents Vernon and Lenora Vail, Buddy and Virginia Jones. A visitation for Buddy was held Tuesday, March 18, 2025 from 12-2 p.m. at Valley View Baptist Church, Tuscaloosa. Funeral service was at 2 p.m. A committal service for the family followed at Memory Hill Gardens, Tuscaloosa. Serving as pallbearers were Mike Aberle, Stewart Atkins, Scott Bullard, Trae Conner, Ryan Costanzo, Anthony Dickman, Heath Dorman, Scottie Parham, Tab Swann. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Barry Andress, Wendell Barton, Evan Black, Matt Caddis, Trey Dorman, David Elder, Barton Elliot, Chris Hawley, Derrick Jones, Josh Lee, Chad Wyatt and Danny Glover. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to EQUIP Ministries, Inc – PO Box 1374 Livingston, Al 35470, and to Baseball Country – Baseballcountry.com.