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Brownwood, Texas Dr. Robert E. "Bob" Bicknell 1942 — 2024 Graveside service for Dr. Robert E. "Bob" Bicknell, 81, of Brownwood, Texas, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Oak Hill Cemetery in Jasper, Alabama. He died Saturday, April 20, 2024, at an Abilene, Texas, hospital. He was born May 11, 1942, in Richmond, Virginia. His career as an educator and university administrator began at Enterprise (Alabama) State Junior College and continued at Baptist universities in Missouri and Texas. He retired from Howard Payne University (Brownwood) in 2018 as Provost Emeritus. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Pat (Best) Bicknell of Brownwood, Texas; daughter, Sharon McKone of Fort Worth, Texas; son, David Bicknell of Albuquerque, New Mexico;... Charleston, South Carolina Clarence Wade Pate, Ph.D. 1935 — 2023 Clarence Wade Pate, Ph.D., 88, of Charleston, South Carolina, husband of Melaina Clement Pate entered into eternal rest Tuesday, July 11, 2023. The family will receive friends Thursday, July 20, 2023 in the J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Downtown Chapel from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. His graveside service will be held at a later date in Mt. Pleasant Memorial Gardens. Clarence was born June 10, 1935 in Jasper, Alabama, son of the late Clarence Pate and Thelma Arwood Pate. His military career began in 1954 by being stationed in Germany upon graduation from Walker County High School in Jasper, AL. Clarence served in the U.S. Army in the 6th Armored Calvary at Regimental Headquarters as a squad leader, a... Hilton Head Island, South Carolina William "Bill" Lynn Green 1929 — 2023 William Lynn Green left us peacefully and unexpectedly at age 94 on May 16, 2023, in Hilton Head, SC. Bill was blessed with a full and active life with his wife Betty of 72 years, two children, 6 grandchildren, one great grandchild and another on the way. Bill was born March 12, 1929, in Sandoval, Illinois to parents Lloyd (1899-1963) and Bronta (1899-1999) and had one brother (Lloyd) who predeceased him. Bill made friends with ease and loved to reflect upon his life experiences, including his varied career and extensive travels. Among many other pursuits, he was a band director; a USAF instructor pilot serving 25 years and reaching the rank of Lt Col; he managed a multi-state real... Waco, Texas Diane Davis Browning 1950 — 2023 Diane Davis Browning, 72, passed away April 10, 2023, at Ascension Providence Health Center in Waco, Texas. Services were held Saturday, April 15 at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Funeral Home of Waco, Texas. Diane was born in Dora, Alabama, the only child of Thomas and Justine Gray Davis. She married Larry Browning in 1968 and they, with their son, Billy Jack, began a life built around completing college degrees, working interesting jobs, building friendships, and traveling. She moved to Waco with her family in 1977. Diane was a lifelong educator with a bachelor's and a master's degree from the University of Alabama. She was very proud of the Doctor of Education that she earned at Baylor... Jasper, Alabama Daniel McLane Driver, Sr. 1948 — 2023 Daniel McLane Driver, Sr., "Big Danny", age 74, formerly of Edenton, NC, passed away on Monday, April 10, 2023 at his home with friends Nadine Millican and Reuben Lovett by his side. Born in Hertford, NC on July 22, 1948, he was the son of the late Arnold M. and Camilla Twiddy Driver, and was also preceded in death by his son, Daniel, Jr. "Little Danny", and by his brother, Charles Allen Driver. Until retirement, he was longtime employee of NLI Sales, Inc., a truck and parts supplier in Jasper. Surviving is his daughter, Dawn Driver Kilgore of Jasper; four grandsons; a great-granddaughter; and his sister, Arnette Driver Forehand (husband, Carroll) of Hertford. Friends joined the family... Nauvoo, Alabama, Alabama Marc A. Shehan 1956 — 2023 Marc Allen Shehan, 67, passed away On April 8, 2023 at Brookwood Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. Marc was born March 18, 1956 to James and Vernie (Perdue) Shehan. Marc married the love of his life, Carol Burke on April 15, 1981. He is survived by his sons, Marc (Cassie) Shehan of Cullman, Alabama, James (Hannah) Shehan of Sylacauga, Alabama, and Cody Shehan of Nauvoo, Alabama; his brothers, Jim (Bonnie) Shehan of Ediburgh, IN, Terry (Susan Knox) Shehan of Taylorsville, IN, Gary (Cathy) Shehan, and Dave (Christina) Shehan, both of Columbus; his uncle, Jerry Perdue; 7 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Marc grew up in Columbus, but spent several years living in Florida and... Grovetown, Georgia Alton Virgil Farley 1929 — 2023 Mr. Alton Virgil Farley, 93, of Jasper, AL, entered into rest on February 2, 2023 in Grovetown, GA. Mr. Farley enjoyed dancing, especially square dancing and line dancing. He also enjoyed watching baseball and cheering on the Crimson Tide. Mr. Farley is preceded in death by his wife Ruth Farley, his stepson Thomas Fulwider, his son-in-law Charles Keathley and his dear companion, Janice Read. Survivors include his children, Brenda Keathley, Malloy Farley (Tracey); stepson, Samuel Fulwider (Melissa); 8 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Karen Fulwider and his dear friends Gary and Vickie Borden. Services for Mr. Farley were held on February... Seymour, Tennessee Anne Pierce Bailey 1930 — 2022 Anne Pierce Bailey, a wonderful wife, mother, and Nana, age 92, of Seymour, Tennessee, was called home by her Lord and Savior on October 16, 2022 surrounded by her loving family. She was a committed Christian who loved Jesus and had the absolute assurance of her salvation and eternal life. She is finally reunited in heaven with Joe, her beloved husband of 61 years, as well as her parents, Ed and Wyola Pierce, of Jasper, Alabama. Two of their favorite hymns were "It Is Well With My Soul" and "How Great thou Art" and Anne enjoyed singing them with Joe in his last days before he passed in 2012. Anne grew up in Jasper before moving to Birmingham after marriage. For over thirty years, she was... Atlanta, Georgia Bettye Ann (Livingston) Mills 1937 — 2022 Bettye Ann (Livingston) Mills, 85, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 27, 2022. Bettye was born on May 27, 1937 in Carbon Hill, Alabama to Lewis M. and Roxie A. Livingston. She was the youngest girl in a family of ten siblings and she loved her brothers and sisters dearly. The daughter of a preacher man and a prayer warrior, Bettye was a woman of great faith. Her favorite books to read as a child were Bible stories, and though she officially accepted Christ at the age of 12, she once said that she thought she was actually baptized in her mother's womb. She met the love of her life, Charles Allen Mills, or "Chuck" as she affectionately called him, in the summer of 1952. She had... Oakman, Alabama John W. Tubbs Jr. 1969 — 2022 John Tubbs, Jr. age 52, died in Oakman, Alabama on April 6, 2022. John was born May 12, 1969, in Nuremberg, Germany, where his mother (Amy Kline) and father (John Tubbs, Sr.) were living while John Sr. was serving in the U.S. Army. John grew up in Ingleside, Illinois and attended Gavin Grade School and Grant High School, where many teachers and fellow students were amazed at his photographic memory and artistic abilities. John worked as a painter and laborer/carpenter throughout most of his adult life. He traveled with some of those jobs taking him to Colorado, and after Hurricane Katrina to New Orleans, Louisiana after which he went on to reside in Alabama. John loved being outdoors,... Stockbridge Ronald Earl Comer 1945 — 2021 Ronald Earl Comer, age 75, of Stockbridge, Ga. passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2021. He was born in Laurel, Mississippi to the late Jack and Sue Comer. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, DeWayne Comer. Mr. Comer is survived by his wife Kaye Comer; children, Denise (Eric) McBroom and Bryan (Sarah Brown) Comer; siblings, Terry Comer and Linda Cook; grandchildren, Jackson Comer, Tony Comer, and Vinnie Comer. Ronald grew up in Jasper, Alabama, graduating from Walker County High School in 1964. He worked at Delta Airlines for over 36 years before retiring in 2002. Ronald also proudly served as a deacon at Eagles Landing First Baptist Church for over 30... Randolph Jacklyn McMenamin 1948 — 2021 Jacklyn "Jackie" McMenamin, age 72 of Randolph, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, July 17, 2021, at Golden Years of Randolph. Jackie was born in St. Anne, IL, on December 10, 1948, the daughter of William and Mary (Dixon) Koenig. On February 20, 1979, she was united in marriage to her husband, Marvin McMenamin in Kankakee, IL. Jackie was a die-hard Cub's fan, loved playing card games, and could often be found playing with her IPad. She cherished time spent with her family, especially around Christmas time. While she had a spit-fire attitude, she also had an extremely strong faith in God. Jackie is survived by her children, Kenneth (Tammy) Harden, Corrine (Kellis)... North Augusta, SC, South Carolina Carroll Jeanette Sherer Matthews 1940 — 2021 Funeral Services for Mrs. Carroll Jeanette Sherer Matthews, 80, who entered into rest March 16, 2021, will be held Saturday at 2 o'clock from First Baptist Church of North Augusta. Reverend Neil Cochran officiating. Interment in Oakhill Cemetery, Jasper, AL on Sunday at 2 o'clock CST. The funeral service will be livestreamed on the Posey Funeral Directors' Facebook page. Those in attendance are asked to wear masks and practice social distancing. Mrs. Matthews was a native of Jasper, AL, having made North Augusta her home since 1969. She was the daughter of the late Rev. Del C. Sherer and Flonnia Garner Sherer. Mrs. Matthews attended Walker County public schools and graduated from Walker... Sevierville, TN Allen E. Wadsworth 1947 — 2020 Allen Wadsworth, age 72 of Sevierville, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday, August 11, 2020. He was preceded in death by his father, Everette W. Wadsworth; mother, Katherine Wadsworth; sisters, Shirley Morris, Brenda Wadsworth; brother, David Wadsworth. Survivors: Wife of 50 years: Belinda Handley Wadsworth; Sons: Scott Wadsworth and wife April, Brett Wadsworth; Grandchildren: Kaitlin Parker (Trevor), Hannah Wadsworth, Lauren Russell (Jacob), Brodie Wadsworth, Dawson Wadsworth; Great-grandchildren: Aspyn Russell, Jaks Parker; Sister: Lura Cooper; Nieces and Nephews; Special canine friend: Heidi. Family and friends will meet 2 PM Tuesday, August 18th at East TN Veterans... Griffin Donann C Holt 1945 — 2020 Donann C Holt, age 75, of Griffin, died Sunday, June 7, 2020. She was born in Pensacola, Florida to the late Donel King Tubbs and Annlene Tubbs. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Alan Tubbs. Donann is survived by her husband, of 29 years, William Edsel Holt Sr.; sons, Craig (Robyn) Clement, Christopher (Julie) Clement, and John Lee Holt; grandchildren, Sullivan, Tucker, Jackson, Drew Preston, Jordan, Ellie, Kaddie, Peter, Sarah Jane, Jacob, Mitch, and Will. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm central time on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at Cannon Cleveland Funeral Directors with Rev. Dana Waters officiating. The family will receive friends Wednesday, June... Dublin, GA Benton Franklin Corry 1925 — 2019 Benton Franklin "Frank" Corry, age 94, departed this life on December 24, 2019 at his home with his loving family present. He was a member of Pine Forest United Methodist Church. Visitation will begin at 1:00PM on Saturday, December 28, 2019 in the Chapel of Townsend Brothers Funeral Home. Services will follow at 2:00PM. Dr. Joel Dent will officiate. Mr. Corry was Assistant Chief of Pharmacy at the Carl Vinson VA Medical Center, Dublin, Georgia for almost thirty years. He was born on September 19, 1925 in the coal town of Oakman, Alabama to the late Joseph Monroe Corry and the late Lillie Mae Vines Corry. While still seventeen years old, in 1943 he enlisted in the United States Navy and,... Topeka, Kansas Larry Thomas Barnett 1948 — 2019 Larry Thomas Barnett, 70, Topeka, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, October 15, 2019. Funeral arrangements are pending with Kevin Brennan Family Funeral home. Larry's full obituary may be viewed online at [emailprotected].
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