Alabama Funeral Homes & Cremation Centers

11/03/2025

11/01/2025

Beautiful Ashes: How Cremation Rings and Jewelry Are Made
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One way to pay tribute to a loved one is to have a beautiful piece of cremation jewelry made that contains a small amount of cremated ash.

10/27/2025

Honor a lifetime of wonderful memories with the services we offer.

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Our cremations in Alabama start at $995, saving you $600. Learn more from our local team today and remember your loved one.

10/27/2025

Katherene Dalrymple House
March 17, 1943 - October 24, 2025

Katherene Dalrymple House, age 82, of Alabaster, AL, passed away October 24, 2025 at Baptist Health Shelby Hospital, Alabaster, AL.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 27 years, Hurell House, her parents, Varnell and Mary Adell H. Dalrymple, and her half-sister, Mae D. Brooks.

Mrs. House is survived by one daughter, Tammy Renee Higgins of Commerce, GA, a very special granddaughter, Charlize Renee Higgins of Forest Park, GA, and her sister, Jeanette D. Raymond of Alabaster, AL. She is also survived by 2 nephews, Brandon S. Gautney (Kylie) of Alabaster, AL, Jason T. Gautney (Anna) of Auburn, AL, and 3 great-nephews and one-great niece.

Mrs. House grew up in Roanoke, AL and graduated from Handley High School. She lived most of her married life in South Carolina and Georgia. She retired in 2004 as an investigative assistant with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation in Atlanta, GA.
During her employment at the Bureau, she worked with the Automated Fingerprint Division, Special Investigations Unit, Internal Affairs, the 1996 Olympics Security Team, Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, and the State Drug Task Force. After her retirement, she worked several years for H & R Block. She later moved to Dadeville, AL, to Opelika, AL and then Alabaster, AL. Mrs. House was a Methodist by faith and was a member of Red Ridge United Methodist Church in Dadeville, AL.

There will be an interment service only in Forest Park, GA at a later date.

10/26/2025

Karen Joan Spaeth
August 10, 1942 - October 23, 2025

Karen Spaeth, of Equality, Alabama passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, at the age of
83. Karen was born in Batavia, NY. On August 10,1942, to the late David and Arlene Spaeth.
She is preceded in death by her parents, David and Arlene Spaeth; brothers, Robert Spaeth and
Dennis Spaeth; nephew, Stephen Sims. She is survived by her nieces, Stephanie Daniels
(Donny), Jennifer Nix (Brian), Brandi Myrick (Richard), Tara Mikels, and Christy Smith (Kyle); and nephew, Robby Spaeth (Mary Frances); great nieces and nephews Barrett Spaeth, Boak Sims, Trip Sims, Hope Sims, Carlee Sides, Allyson Daniels, Amelia and Gavriel Nix, Carlee Holiday, Kylee Smith, Carson Stone and Walt and Grayson Myrick; sister-in-laws, Susan Spaeth and Vera Spaeth. Karen also had many
special friends but one the family would like to specially thank is Whit and Laura Moorer. Karen
was immensely loved and will be greatly missed by all that came in contact with her. Karen was
always a joyful and Godly woman who’s smile could brighten any room. Her warmth and faith
touched everyone that knew her. Special Thanks to Chapman Healthcare in Alexander City, AL.
for caring for her so well.

Donations can be made to American Cancer Society, Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Society,
American Heart Association.

The family will have a memorial service scheduled for November 25, 2025 at 11 a.m. at Santuck Baptist Church in Wetumpka, AL.

10/24/2025

Life is a succession of lessons which must be lived to be understood.
~Helen Keller

10/24/2025

Making Decisions for Someone at the End of Life
My aging parents can no longer make their own healthcare decisions. How do I decide what type of care is right for them?
It can be overwhelming to be asked to make healthcare decisions for someone who is no longer able to make his or her own decisions. Get a better understanding of how to make healthcare decisions for a loved one, including approaches you can take, issues you might face, and questions you can ask to help you prepare.

Being a health care proxy and making end-of-life care decisions for someone you love can be challenging. Learn what to expect.

10/21/2025

Taking care of yourself is crucial in order to effectively care for others. Your parents rely on you, and ensuring your own well-being is crucial for effectively fulfilling your role.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mind-matters-from-menninger/202312/7-tips-for-parenting-parents

Caregiving is possible without sacrificing your own life.