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04/06/2026

Mrs. Jean Wester Martin, age 82, of Albertville, passed away peacefully on April 03, 2026, at Lakeshore Senior Living.

Mrs. Martin was born on March 30, 1944, to the late Barley Wester and Jewel Wester. She was a faithful member of Carlisle Baptist Church since 2007. Jean had a special love for...

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04/05/2026

03/31/2026

Mollie Thomas Edmondson, age 96, of Geraldine, Alabama, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026.

Born on September 9, 1929, Mollie lived a long life rooted in faith, family, and love. She will be remembered for her kindness, strength, and the devotion she showed to all who knew and loved her. A...

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03/31/2026

Alphard Coy Graben, age 84, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026. Born on October 2, 1941, Coy lived a life defined by hard work, dedication, adventure, and deep devotion to his family and community.

Coy was the son of the late Grady Graben and Effie (McCoy) Graben, who were sharecroppers in...

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03/27/2026

Brenda Emily Smith, age 81, of Albertville, Alabama, passed away on March 27, 2026, at her residence.

She was born on April 18, 1944, in Michigan to the late Sam Britton and Jessie Burke Britton. Brenda will be remembered for her life, her love for her family, and the impact she made on those...

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03/27/2026

Margaret Johnston Aaron passed away on March 26, 2026, at the age of 99. Born on February 11, 1927, in Covington, Georgia, Margaret raised her family in Albertville, Alabama, and lived a life rich in family, resilience, and devotion. Her greatest joy was being a mother, grandmother, and...

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03/25/2026

Ethel Marie Rosson, age 81, of Boaz, Alabama, passed away on March 24, 2026. She was born on April 8, 1944, in Delaware to the late Ralph B. Smith and Pearl Smith.

Ethel was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her...

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03/25/2026

Mrs. Barbara Ann Wayne, age 84, of Guntersville, Alabama, passed away on March 23, 2026. She was born on January 10, 1942, to the late Carter and Pauline Rayfield.

Mrs. Wayne is survived by her sons, Kenny (Suzanne) Rayfield, Tracy Parrish, and Jeffery Parrish; her grandchildren, Joshua, Tracie,...

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03/25/2026

Bobbie Joyce Hayes, 83, of Albertville, AL, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, at Collinsville Health Care and Rehab.

She was born on June 10, 1942, to the late Jerome and Vernice Simpson.

She will be remembered for her caring and fun personality, and for the love she had for her...

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03/23/2026

Did You Know?

In Alabama, the authority to approve cremation or make final arrangements doesn’t automatically go to just anyone, it follows a legal order of next of kin.

This can sometimes create unexpected challenges, especially if:
• Family members aren’t in close contact
• There are multiple people with equal decision-making rights
• Relationships are strained or unclear

Without proper authorization, even simple decisions can be delayed.

Planning ahead changes everything.

By putting your wishes in writing ahead of time, you can:
✔️ Clearly name who will handle your arrangements
✔️ Prevent disagreements among family members
✔️ Ensure your wishes are carried out exactly as intended

Taking a few steps now can spare your loved ones from added stress during an already emotional time.

At Adams Brown Service Funeral Home, we’re here to guide you through these decisions with compassion and clarity every step of the way.

📞 256-878-0231, Reach out to learn how to make your wishes known and legally protected.

03/23/2026

Dennis Lamar Parr, Sr., age 74, of Albertville, Alabama, passed away on March 21, 2026.

Dennis was born on June 13, 1951, in Alabama to the late Olen Parr and Edna Pruitt Parr. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Dennis was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who...

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