Obituaries

Obituaries for the Tallapoosa County, AL and surrounding area.

Harold Lee Ransom

Harold Lee Ransom

Nov 16, 2025

Mr. Harold Lee Ransom, 86, of Tallassee passed away on November 16, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family and loved ones.

Harold was born October 7, 1939, in Tallassee, Alabama to the late Leon and Sarah Roper Ransom.

On December 15th, 1959, Harold married Opal Dean Kent. They were married 62 years until her death on March 18, 2022.

Harold had...

Martin Luther Pierce III

Martin Luther Pierce III

Nov 11, 2025

Martin Luther Pierce, III, age 76, of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away peacefully on November 11, after a brief illness.

Martin, known to some as “Butch” and to some as “Rabbit,” was born in Lafayette, Alabama, to the late Martin Luther Pierce, Jr, and Stella Jane Abernathy.

Butch graduated from Lafayette High School and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in...

Megan Elisabeth Giles

Megan Elisabeth Giles

Nov 8, 2025

Megan Elisabeth Giles, age 19, of Jackson's Gap, Alabama, entered her Heavenly home on November 8, 2025. Born on October 24, 2006, Megan was a 2025 honor graduate of Reeltown High School, where she served as Band Captain of the Marching Rebel Pride Band. Her caring heart, kind soul, and radiant smile made her a light to all who knew...

Albert Lee Pasley

Albert Lee Pasley

Nov 3, 2025

Mr. Albert Lee Pasley (Bubba) of Jacksons’ Gap, Alabama, passed away on November 3rd, 2025.

Funeral services for Mr. Albert Lee Pasley (Bubba) of Jacksons’ Gap, Alabama will be held Sunday November 9, 2025, at Lake Martin Funeral Home & Cremation, 16797 Hwy 280, Dadeville, Alabama 36853. Visitation will be from 1 pm until 2 pm. The funeral service will begin...

Ernest Lee Hart Sr.

Ernest Lee Hart Sr.

Oct 24, 2025

Ernest Lee Hart Sr., 65, of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away peacefully on October 24,2025

Born on March 10, 1960, in Dadeville, Al. Ernest lived a full and meaningful life defined by service, family, and quiet strength.

A proud veteran of the United States Navy, Ernest dedicated part of his life to serving his country with honor and commitment. His time in the...

Thurston M. Mann

Thurston M. Mann

Oct 24, 2025

Thurston M Mann, 76, of Camp Hill, Alabama was born in Elmore County, Alabama on February 22, 1949, to the Late Clara and Mitchell Mann. He passed away on October 24, 2025, at home surrounded by his family and loved ones.

He is survived by his three children; Colvard M. Mann (Brigitta), Billy J. Mann (Heather), Tawanna M. Mann; sisters, Claire...

Sandra Ann Potts

Sandra Ann Potts

Oct 17, 2025

Sandra Ann Potts, 73, of Pelham, Alabama passed away on October 17, 2025, at Plantation Manor Nursing Home in McCalla, Alabama.

Sandra was born on October 13, 1952, to Fred Potts and Joyce Brown Potts.

Sandra grew up in Camp Hill, Alabama. She later lived in Phenix City and Lanett, Alabama but always considered Camp Hill her home.

Sandra loved watching hummingbirds. She...

Mary Jo Moncus

Mary Jo Moncus

Sep 22, 2025

Mary Jo Moncus, 79, of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away on September 22, 2025, peacefully at home surrounded by her family and loved ones.

Mary Jo was born on December 4, 1945, the daughter of Henry Frances “Pete” Monroe and Nellie Lee Welcher Monroe.

Mary Jo loved sitting and watching her hummingbirds. She liked watching Jimmy Swaggart and Gunsmoke. She spent a lot...

Betty Sims Harper

Betty Sims Harper

Sep 14, 2025

Betty Sue Sims Harper, 80, of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away on September 14, 2025, at Dadeville Healthcare in Dadeville, Alabama.

Betty was born on September 23, 1944, in Dadeville, Alabama to William Riley Sims and Emma Louise Ford.

Betty was married to Lamar Harper until his death in April 2011. She worked many years as a weaver at Hartwell Mills in Dadeville....

Susan Elaine Bibb Sanders

Susan Elaine Bibb Sanders

Aug 10, 2025

Susan Elaine Bibb Sanders, 61 of Camp Hill, Alabama, passed away on August 10, 2025, at Lake Martin Community Hospital in Dadeville, Alabama.

Susan was born on May 6, 1964, in Fair Play, South Carolina, the daughter of Gerald Edwin Bibb and Peggy Jean Patterson.

Susan graduated from Oakway High School and continued to earn an associates in science degree from Tri-County...

Jeffery Thomas “Jeff” Johnson

Jeffery Thomas “Jeff” Johnson

Aug 5, 2025

Jeffery Thomas “Jeff” Johnson of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away on August 5, 2025, at East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika, AL. He was 59 years old.

Jeff was born January 5, 1966, in Alexander City, Alabama, the son of Jerry Bowen and Martha Peoples.

Funeral Service will be held Friday, August 8, 2025, in the Chapel at Lake Martin Funeral Home. The...

Carolyn Fielder Evans

Carolyn Fielder Evans

Aug 4, 2025

Carolyn Fielder Evans, 87 of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away on August 4, 2025, at Chapman Healthcare Facility in Alexander City, Alabama.

Carolyn was born June 17, 1938, in St. Charles, Missouri, the daughter of Newton Goodrich and Mary Alice Fielder.

After graduating from St. Charles High School, Carolyn married her high school sweetheart, Rex Evans. Rex had enlisted in the Air Force,...

Harold Eugene “Gene” Huff

Harold Eugene “Gene” Huff

Jul 24, 2025

Harold Eugene “Gene” Huff of Dadeville, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Lake Martin Community Hospital in Dadeville, Alabama.

Gene loved watching his grand babies, being involved in the church at Mount Carmel Baptist, Alabama football, fishing, and being outside. He befriended everyone he met and always greeted you with a grin. He married his best friend and...

Dora Jean Haggerty

Dora Jean Haggerty

Jun 11, 2025

Dora Jean Lee Haggerty passed away at her home in Jacksons Gap, Alabama surrounded by her loved ones on June 11, 2025, at the age of 76.

She is survived by her husband Ralph Haggerty; sons, Tony Pitts, Jeff (Brandi) Pitts, daughter Brenda (Walter) Hartley; grandchildren, Tiffany (Adam) Evers, Haley (Justin) Bishop, Christopher Moore, BJ Moore, Amy Grace Pitts, Tyler Russell,...

Zoe Ann Rhodes

Zoe Ann Rhodes

May 28, 2025

Zoe Ann Rhodes, born September 29, 1954, entered eternal rest with our Lord on May 28, 2025.

She passed away at home surrounded by her family. Zoe was born in Atlanta, GA. and settled in New Orleans, LA with her family when her father retired from the military. She fulfilled her dream of becoming a mother and raised two children in...

Elsieleen Dunn

Elsieleen Dunn

May 27, 2025

Elsieleen Dunn passed away in Dadeville, Alabama, surrounded by her loved ones on May 27, 2025, at the age of 91.

She was born in Missouri on February 13, 1934, to the late Thomas Parsley and Silas K Campbell.

She is survived by her sons, Dennis (Debbie) and Dwight (Sharon) Dunn; daughters, Judith Sanchez, Diane Platt (Luther), and Nancy Smith (Gregg); 14...

Martha Jo Burnett

Martha Jo Burnett

May 16, 2025

It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Martha Burnett, 85, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, nurse, and cherished friend. Martha left this world peacefully on May 16th, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and love that touched the lives of many.

Born October 26th of 1939, Martha was a devoted mother to her three daughters,...

Randall Mark Thornton

Randall Mark Thornton

May 15, 2025

Randall Mark Thornton, 63, passed away on May 15, 2025. Born on December 30, 1961, Randall lived a life full of passion, grit, and a deep love for his family. He will be remembered for his big heart, strong spirit, and the loyalty he gave freely to those he loved.

He is survived by his loving mother, Hilda Lee Lacey, and...

William D Haynes

William D Haynes

Apr 2, 2025

William Donald “Don” Haynes, 88, of Dadeville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at Lake Martin Community Hospital in Dadeville, Alabama.

Don was born in Lebo, Missouri on April 4, 1936 to William Otho and Rosalee Douglas Haynes.

He is survived by his sons, Bryan (Renee), Darrell (Juanita); daughters, April (Roney) Webster, Diane (Richard) Schneider, Janice Campbell; grandchildren Bradley (Casey),...

Paul Judson Boulware

Paul Judson Boulware

Feb 18, 2025

Paul Judson Boulware was born in rural Tallapoosa County, Alabama, on May 22, 1941. He passed away at his home on February 18, 2025, at the age of 83 years. 

He graduated from Union High School and attended Auburn University where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Masters's Degree in Science Education. He was an avid Auburn fan and thoroughly...