Obituaries

Obituaries for the Tallapoosa County, AL and surrounding area.

Geraldine “Geri” Cochran

Geraldine “Geri” Cochran

Jul 21, 2026

Geraldine “Geri” Cochran, 86, of Dadeville, AL passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at home surrounded by her loved ones.

Geri was born October 17, 1939 in Beauregard, Al to Cecil L. and Irene (Parker) Freeman, and always called Alabama home. Life led her to live in Decatur, IL and Port Charlotte, FL where she could spend more time with her...

Sue “Janet” Hammock Nolen

Sue “Janet” Hammock Nolen

Jul 12, 2026

Sue “Janet” Hammock Nolen, born December 11, 1937, went home to be with the Lord on July 12, 2026.

A Memorial service will be held at Lake Martin Funeral Home on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 pm the memorial service will start at 2 pm. in the Lake Martin Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend...

Jonathan David Goodner

Jonathan David Goodner

Jul 4, 2026

Jonathan David Goodner, age 47, of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2026, in the chapel of Lake Martin Funeral Home & Cremation. The family will receive friends during a public visitation beginning at 12:00 p.m., with the funeral service to follow. Interment will follow at...

Justin Lee ("Rebel") Wilbanks

Justin Lee ("Rebel") Wilbanks

Jun 20, 2026

Justin Lee Wilbanks, affectionately known as "Rebel," passed away on June 20, 2026, at the age of 33. Born on June 4, 1993, Justin’s journey in life wasn’t easy, but he possessed a fun, free spirit and a fierce determination to overcome every hardship, strive for greatness, and make everyone proud. He was the ultimate provider, a remarkably hard worker,...

Damon Alan Westbrook

Damon Alan Westbrook

Jun 16, 2026

Damon Alan Westbrook, 71, of Jacksons Gap, Alabama, passed away at home on June 16, 2026.

Damon worked as a carpenter in the cabinetry industry.

Born in Alabama on September 25, 1954, to Emitt Andrew and Geneva Richardson Westbrook, he carried those Alabama roots with him throughout his life.

He was known for his love of fishing. He especially loved spending time in...

Margaret A. Keel

Margaret A. Keel

May 12, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret A. Keel, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who departed this world on May 12, 2026, at the age of 68. Margaret passed away peacefully at home in the comforting presence of her cherished loved ones. Her life, marked by love, service, and unwavering kindness, will be...

James Henry Randolph, Sr.

James Henry Randolph, Sr.

May 5, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of James Henry Randolph, Sr., who left this world peacefully on May 5, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.



Born on May 11, 1942, in the charming town of Arab, Alabama, James was a cherished son of Ralph and Lucille Randolph. At the age...

David E. Moore

David E. Moore

May 2, 2026

David E. Moore, age 71, of New Site, Alabama, passed away on May 2, 2026.

David was born on April 21, 1955, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to the late Berford and Inez Moore. He lived a life of faith and service, and he was a devoted pastor at Lebanon Baptist Church, where he touched many lives through his ministry and compassion.

He is...

Michael Craig Hornsby

Michael Craig Hornsby

Apr 26, 2026

Michael Craig Hornsby, 72, of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away on April 26, 2026. Known to those who loved him simply as Mike, he leaves behind a life well-lived and a community of friends and family whose lives are richer for having known him.

Mike was born and raised in Tuskegee, Alabama, the son of Houston Hornsby and Marjarie McEune Hornsby. The...

Roger E. Beam

Roger E. Beam

Apr 26, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Roger E. Beam on April 26, 2026, in Dadeville, AL. Born August 18, 1955, to Harry E. and Shirley A. Beam of Watseka, IL. Roger married Donna K. Howell on April 9, 1988, in Watseka, IL.



Roger spent his career dedicated to serving his communities. Roger spent many years working...

Earl “Speedy” Wayne Kimbrel Sr.

Earl “Speedy” Wayne Kimbrel Sr.

Apr 23, 2026

Earl “Speedy” Wayne Kimbrel Sr., age 86, of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away at his home on April 23, 2026 surrounded by his children and grandchildren.

Speedy Kimbrel was born on May 12, 1939, in Bessemer, Alabama to Earl Clayton Kimbrel and Dorothy Farley Kimbrel. He lived a life rooted in faith, love, and service to others.

Speedy was a proud veteran of...

Keith Wayne Logan

Keith Wayne Logan

Apr 21, 2026

Keith Wayne Logan, 91, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loved ones, on April 21, 2026.

Keith Wayne Logan, known affectionately as “Logan,” lived a long and meaningful life marked by service, strength, and dedication. He grew up in his younger years in the Goodwater, Alabama area, where his roots helped shape the values and character he carried throughout his...

William Oscar Pinkston

William Oscar Pinkston

Apr 14, 2026

William Oscar Pinkston, 80, of Reeltown, Alabama, passed away on April 10, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on August 1, 1945, in Tallapoosa County, Alabama.

Funeral Service will be Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at Lebanon Baptist Church with visitation starting at 11:30an, funeral service at 12:30pm and interment following the service at Lebanon Baptist...

Mary Helen Forbus Griffith

Mary Helen Forbus Griffith

Apr 9, 2026

Mary Helen Forbus Griffith, affectionately known as “Helen,” age 69, of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away on April 9, 2026, at Adams Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Alexander City, Alabama. She was born on December 30, 1956, in Tallapoosa County, Alabama.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel at Lake Martin Funeral...

Barbara Ann Sessions Ragsdale

Barbara Ann Sessions Ragsdale

Mar 31, 2026

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Barbara Ann Sessions Ragsdale, 92, of Camp Hill, Alabama. Mrs. Barbara passed away on Tuesday March 31, 2026, at Dadeville Health Care surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born on August 2, 1933, in Lanett, Alabama, the daughter of William R. and Lorene Styers Sessions.

Barbara graduated from Lanett High School in...

Janell B. Sasser

Janell B. Sasser

Mar 10, 2026

The family of Janell B. Sasser of Dadeville, Alabama, is saddened to announce her passing on the morning of March 10, 2026 at the age of ninety-two years. She passed on peacefully in her sleep at her daughter Darla's home with her two youngest children by her side and was looking forward to being reunited with her loving husband who...

Lynda Maxcine Huddleston

Lynda Maxcine Huddleston

Feb 27, 2026

Lynda Maxcine Huddleston, 82 of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away on February 27, 2026, at her home.

Maxcine was born on March 9, 1943, in Chambers County, Alabama. She was the daughter of the late Buster Newman and Christine Nichols Newman.

Maxcine spent many years as a bus driver for Tallapoosa County schools. She loved her bus kids. She was a devoted wife...

David Wayne Kenney

David Wayne Kenney

Feb 23, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Wayne Kenney, 64, of Reeltown, Alabama. David passed away on February 23, 2026, surrounded by his wife, son, daughter in law and a bunch of his beloved grandkids.

David was born on August 12, 1961 in Tallassee, Alabama the son of Ralph F. Kenney and June Davis Kenney.

A celebration...

Thomas Christopher Dendy

Thomas Christopher Dendy

Feb 21, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas Christopher Dendy, 57, on February 21, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Chris was currently living in Auburn, Alabama but grew up in Jacksons Gap, Alabama.Chris was born on April 28, 1968, in Montgomery, Alabama to John Parker Dendy and Julia Thomas Dendy.

Funeral Service will be Sunday, March...