Area Obituaries

Laura Ann Deloach Coleman   Our precious mama and me-maw went to be with our Lord on January 25, 2025. She was a member of Unity Freewill Baptist Church. She served her Lord and community, always helping out someone in need. She worked in the school system of Coosa County for many years. She will…

Donald “Bull” H. Bullard   Donald “Bull” H. Bullard, age 76, of Weogufka, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Bull is survived by his son, Donald B. “Barry” Bullard; sister, Mary “Susie” Hughes; great-grandson, Noah Rowan; and a host of grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Bull was preceded in death by his wife of 42…

Marion “Frank” Kelly   Funeral service for Mr. Marion “Frank” Kelly, 77, of Ashland, was Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at the Alex City Church of Christ. Minister Brendan Chance and Minister James Cullins officiated. Burial followed in the Hillview Memorial Park. Mr. Kelly was born on November 21, 1947, in Harvest to James Earl Kelly…

Donna Goswick Acklin   Donna Goswick Acklin, age 63, of Weogufka, passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024. Donna was born in Sylacauga to Esther Goswick and Paul Goswick. Donna is survived by her husband, Curtis Acklin; her son, Matt Cook; her daughter, Jacklynn Lackey (Shannon); her daughter, Courtney Owens (Chris); and her daughter, Meagan…

Carrie Tuck   A Celebration of Life for Mrs. Carrie Tuck was helf Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Wright’s Funeral Home Chapel in Alexander City with Pastor Kenny Jackson serving as eulogist. Interment followed at Elam #2 Baptist Church Cemetery in Kellyton. Mrs. Carrie (Brown) Tuck, better known to family and friends as “Carrie B,”…

Doris Jean Farris   Doris Jean Farris, age 85, of Sylacauga, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024. Doris is survived by her husband of 33 years, Horace Farris; her step-sons, David Walley, John Walley (Cynthia); her sister, Carolyn Messer; her 10 step-grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Doris was preceded in death…

Dottie Marie Grimes   Dottie Marie Grimes, age 94, of Weogufka, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Dottie is survived by her son, Tim Grimes (Amy); her grandchildren, Travis Grimes (Stacey), Wendy Nordquist (Pete), Jeremy Grimes (Christy), and Chad Grimes (Katie); 5 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild; and her siblings, Mary Patterson, Erbie Bryant, Roscoe Collins,…

Bobby Gene Mann Sr.     Bobby Gene Mann Sr., born February 29, 1948, peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Bobby lived a life marked by faith, devotion, and service, leaving a legacy of love and dedication that will be cherished by all who knew him. Bobby was preceded…

Joseph “Joe” Allison Collins On November 6, 2024, Joseph Allison Collins, 104, from the Welona community of Rockford, passed away at his home. He was born January 11, 1920, to Milton and Jessie Collins. Graveside services were held Monday, November 11, 2024, at Providence Baptist Church Cemetery with Bro. Andy Dickson officiating. Mr. Collins was…