Obituaries
Jane Wyatt Bice
Celebration of Life for Jane Bice, “Granny Jane,” 65, will be Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Weogufka Family Worship Center with Pastor Russell Gooden and Pastor Tommy Thornton officiating. Family will receive visitors from 11 a.m., and service will begin at 12 p.m.
She died December 12, 2022, at her residence. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was a people person and never met a stranger. Loved by all because of her caring, giving heart.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John Wyatt and Flossie Skinner; sisters, Donna Wyatt Vick and Joy Skinner; and brothers, Lamar Wyatt and Glen Skinner.
She is survived by her husband, Mark Bice; daughters, Amy Bice Wilson, Stephanie Bice Goff (Justin); grandsons Seth Wilson, Ethan Wilson, Zach Dew; great-grandson, Brysen Kelly; great-granddaughter, Haelyn Kelly; sisters, Joan Burks and Cathy Jennings; brother, Jason Skinner (Kelley); brother-in-law, Brad Bice (Regina); special sisterly friend, Sabrina Deloach Gulick; and special brotherly friend, David Skinner.
She was a member of West Coosa Senior Center, Council Member of Weogufka Alumni Association and member of Newsite Baptist Church. She enjoyed Alabama football; watching “Little House on the Prairie,” “Gunsmoke” and “CSI;” camping; crappie fishing; dancing; cooking for the family; and helping anyone in need.
The family would like to give special thanks to Coosa Valley Hematology and Oncology, Dr. Ashraf and staff, Dr. Swearingen and staff, Dr. Emily Rehberg and staff, and to the staff of Amedysis Hospice for the care of our family.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to C.O.A.C.H. (Cancer Outreach and Community Hope) of Coosa County and Newsite Baptist Church.
Marion Teel Jones
Marion T. Jones, age 90, of Homewood, passed away on Tuesday, December 6, 2022.
Born to Henry Addison Teel and Beunie Lee Rudd Teel on October 15, 1932, Marion was the youngest of three children. She grew up in the small town of Rockford where she attended school and excelled in academics. She then attended Judson College and subsequently Samford University and graduated as one of the top students in her class with a degree in English. She went on to get her Masters in English at The University of Alabama. Upon graduating she moved to Sylacauga where she taught school.
It was in Sylacauga that she met the love of her life, Paul Jones, and soon they were married. Their marriage could only be described as a perfect marriage, one that endured for 63 years till Paul’s death in 2019. Paul and Marion had two sons, Martin and Phillip, and the family went on camping trips all over the United States and even Canada. In addition to working a full career as a teacher and then as a special claim expediter for the Social Security Administration, Marion found the time to always keep such a clean house and cook the most wonderful food. She and Paul loved bargain hunting, gardening, playing bridge with friends, and doing projects around the house.
Those who knew Marion knew what a kind gentle woman she was. She had a really big heart and loved all of her family and friends. She as well had a great love of animals, especially dogs. She was a longtime member of Mountain Brook Baptist Church.
She is survived by her two sons, Dr. Martin Paul Jones Jr. and Phillip Jones, as well as her daughter-in-law, Angie Jones. In addition she has four grandchildren, Marjorie, Natalie, Paul, and Amanda.
The funeral was Saturday, December 10, 2022, at the chapel at Mountain Brook Baptist Church.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ridoutsvalleychapel.com for the Jones family.
Walls “Buddy” McIntyre
Mr. Walls “Buddy” McIntyre, 90, of Kellyton, passed away at his home on Friday, December 9, 2022, surrounded by his family. A Celebration of Life Service for Buddy was Sunday, December 11, 2022, at First Baptist Church Alexander City with Dr. Steve King officiating. Burial followed in the Alexander City Cemetery.
Buddy was born on December 16, 1931, in Coosa County to Henry Duncan McIntyre and Annie Lee Goodwin McIntyre.
He served during the Korean War as a member of the U.S. Navy and was awarded the Alabama Korean War Legion of Honor by Governor Bob Riley in 2005. After his military service, he was employed by L&N Railroad as a communications lineman.
After being disabled in an accident while on the job, Buddy became the ultimate outdoorsman and spent much of his life fishing and hunting with his family.
Beyond his outdoor pursuits, Buddy was passionate about people, whether it be serving as a member of Masonic Lodge No. 435 F. & A.M. and American Legion, or sitting and talking with anyone who wanted to visit with him. Buddy never met a stranger.
He is survived by his wife, Florene L. McIntyre of Alexander City; son, Chad M. McIntyre (Lori) of Kennesaw, Georgia; grandson, Bryan McIntyre (Becca) of Kennesaw, Georgia; granddaughter, Mallorie Wynne (Ramsey) of Macon, Georgia; great-granddaughters, Raynie, Ramsey Gray and Rawlings Wynne.
He was preceded in death by his father, Henry Duncan McIntyre; mother, Annie Lee McIntyre; sister, Evelyn Neighbors; sister, Louise Mason; and brother, William James McIntyre.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.radneyfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to First Baptist Church Alexander City.
Radney Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
William Edward Thompson Sr.
Funeral service for Mr. William Edward Thompson Sr., 92, of Kellyton, was Tuesday, December 13, 2022, at the Marshall Street Church. Bro. Leland Sapp officiated. Burial followed in the Alexander City Cemetery with honors provided by the Alexander City Veterans Honor Guard.
Mr. Thompson passed away on Friday, December 9, 2022, at his residence. He was born on August 24, 1930, in Dadeville to William Wiley Thompson and Minnie Lee Wadkins Thompson. He was a longtime and active member of Marshall Street Church. He loved his church dearly and served in various capacities within the church. He was a machine technician at Russell Corporation for 25-plus years. He was also a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War and then served for many years in the Alabama Army National Guard. Mr. Thompson was an avid runner and completed several marathons. He enjoyed gardening, staying in physical shape, going on trips, and making his rounds at Hardee’s and Burger King.
He is survived by his daughter, Sharon Lashley; grandchildren, Jimmy Corley, Timothy Corley (Rizza E.), Phillip Corley, Keith Lashley (Sandra), and Brian Lashley; great-grandchildren, Landon Corley, Hayden Corley, Logan Huff, Tori Lashley, and Kaylee Lashley; great-great-grandchildren, Piper McCrary and Ransley McCrary; brother, Jim Harvey Thompson (Debra); and sister, Julia Aguilar (Orlando).
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty Berry Thompson; son, William E. “Pit” Thompson Jr.; daughter, Susan Thompson Corley; sister, Martha Lee Barnes; and brother, Curtis Oneal Thompson.
Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be given to Marshall Street Church; 428 Marshall Street; Alexander City, AL 35010.
The family would like to give a special “Thank You” to SouthernCare Hospice and especially to Haley Taylor for the wonderful love and care that was provided.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.radneyfuneralhome.com.
Radney Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Janice Fedulia Golden Whetstone
Funeral service for Mrs. Janice Fedulia Golden Whetstone, 71, of Kellyton, will be Friday, December 16, 2022, at 11 a.m. at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Randy Anderson will officiate. Burial will follow in the Kellyton Memory Garden. The family will receive friends on Friday, December 16, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Radney Funeral Home.
Mrs. Whetstone passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham. She was born on April 10, 1951, in Alexander City to Albert Jefferson Hamlet and Katherine Willoughby Hamlet Hester. Janice was a woman of faith and a very strong-willed woman with a love for life. She enjoyed cooking and going to listen to live music.
She is survived by her husband, Leonard Whetstone of Kellyton; daughter, Ann Golden Stewart (Keith) of New Site; sons, Allen Albert Golden (Jennifer) of Alexander City, Joseph Ray Golden (Linda) of Alexander City, Jonathan Dale Golden (Susan) of Kellyton, and Jeremiah Larry Golden of Alexander City; 18 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; siblings, Thurman Rex Hamlet (Brenda) of Alexander City, Kathy Hamlet Powell of Alexander City, Cynthia Hamlet Hill of Wadley, Jeff Stanley Hamlet (Cynthia) of Wadley, Amy Hamlet Adams (Mike) of Alexander City; and sister-in-law, Susan Hamlet of Alexander City.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Elvin Albert Hamlet.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.radneyfuneralhome.com.
Radney Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.