John Patrick Hazel, a beloved, hard-working, and devoted husband and father, passed away on February 7, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on April 8, 1943, in New York, John later moved to Alabama, where he became a cherished resident of Deatsville.
Beverly Newman Dietz, age 77, of Niceville, Florida, passed away on January 30, 2026. She was born on August 27, 1948, to parents Lindbergh and Willian McDaniel.
Judith Ellen O’Daniel Hornsby, known to family and friends as Judy, was born on August 11, 1939, in Elmore County, Alabama, and passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family at age 86 on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Funeral homes often submit obituaries as a service to the families they are assisting. However, we will be happy to accept obituaries from family members pending proper verification of the death.
Mr. Ben R. Cleveland, 90, of Alexander City, passed away at Bill Nichols Veterans Home on December 29th, 2025. His life was a testament to his strong Christian values and his unwavering commitment to his family and community. Ben was a cheris…
Dr. Thomas “Tom” L. Warren, of Hickory, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 31, 2025. He was a devoted husband, father, grandparent, doctor and friend and was 90 years old. Tom was born on October 27, 1935 in Tallassee, Alabama t…
Funeral Service for Mr. Frederick Francis Casten, 85, of Alexander City, Alabama, will be Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 2:00 pm at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Rev. Wayne Cowhick will officiate. The family will receive friends on Tuesd…
Ronald E. Woodfin (Ronnie), age 58, of Tallassee, AL, passed away December 28, 2025. He was born May 1, 1967. Visitation will begin at 11 am with memorial service to follow on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Linville Memorial Funeral Home. Rev. Sh…
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING FOR
THE SOUTHERN HALF OF CENTRAL ALABAMA...
The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect until 6 PM CST this evening.
* WINDS...Northwest 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 22 percent.
* IMPACTS...The combination of a dry air mass and windy conditions
will result in critical fire weather conditions. Outdoor burning
is not recommended. Current wildfires could worsen due to the
winds.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now....or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
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Laura Ann Gipson, 65, passed away on October 10, 2025, in Alexander City. She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, and sister whose warmth and kindness touched everyone who knew her.
