Hayes Funeral Home

Hayes Funeral Home Our Family Serving Your Family since 1934 Hayes Funeral Home was founded in 1934 by the late Charles P. Hayes Jr. Hayes Sr. in 1978. Charles P.

the original site was on Davis Street at the location of the present GTE building. The funeral home remained there until 1952 at which time it was moved further west on Davis Street in the vacated home of Dr. Charles P. In the early days of Funeral homes they were normally associated with Hardware and furniture companies. This was the case of Hayes Funeral Home. The Hayes family operated Hayes Hardware and Furniture Co until the death of Charles P. The hardware and furniture store was then sold. A new and modern funeral home facility had already been constructed in 1969 at the present location of 431 East Davis Street in Elba. Hayes lll joined his Father in the hardware and funeral business in Oct. of 1960 and remained as owner operator of Hayes Funeral Home until 2019 at which time Hayes Funeral Home was the oldest continuously family owned funeral home in Coffee County. In 2019 Heath Wyrosdick purchased Hayes Funeral Home, he and the staff remain committed to provide excellent service and continue the care for the families of Elba and surrounding communities. "Our Family Serving Your Family since 1934"

02/24/2026

Margaret Taylor Chandler age 100, a resident of Jack, Alabama passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at Medical Center Enterprise. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion by Hayes Funeral Home.

02/24/2026

Ollie Sue Craft Johnson age 77, a resident of Athens, Alabama, passed away Sunday, February 22, 2026, in Huntsville Hospital in Huntsville, Alabama. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion by Hayes Funeral Home.

Bennie Earl Coppage age 86, a resident of Elba, Alabama passed away Monday, February 23, 2026 at Mizell Memorial Hospita...
02/23/2026

Bennie Earl Coppage age 86, a resident of Elba, Alabama passed away Monday, February 23, 2026 at Mizell Memorial Hospital in Opp, Alabama. Funeral services will be held at Hayes Funeral Home Chapel on Thursday, February 26, 2026, beginning at 2:00 PM with Rev. Kit Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery under the direction of Hayes Funeral Home. Visitation will be at Hayes Funeral Home on Thursday, February 26, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Mr. Coppage leaves behind his Daughter - Dixie (Jeff) Boutwell, Elba, AL, Brother - Billy (Faye) Coppage, Elba, AL, Brother - Ricky (Gloria) Coppage, Elba, AL, Grandson - Garrett Boutwell, Elba, AL, Grandson - Chase (Jessica) Boutwell, Newberry, FL, Grandson - Ben Dixon (Brittany) Coppage, Ozark, AL, and Granddaughter - April Coppage, Enterprise, AL. He is also survived by Great Granddaughter - Addyson Boutwell, Opp, AL, Great Granddaughter - Adrian Coppage, Ozark, AL, Great Grandson - Jeremy Coppage, Ozark, AL, Great Grandson - Colton Coppage, Ozark, AL, Great Granddaughter - Madison Coppage, Ozark, AL, Great Grandson - Forest Boutwell, Newberry, FL, Great Grandson - Fletcher Boutwell, Newberry, FL, and Great Granddaughter - Sophia Coppage of Enterprise, Alabama.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Rebecca "Becky" Coppage, along with a son, Mikie Coppage, along with his parents, Louise and Ben Coppage, Sister-Betty Sasser, and Sister-Jo Ann Cantrell.
Hayes Funeral Home of Elba, Alabama is serving the Coppage family.

Mary Frances Crawford, age 94, of Elba, Alabama, departed this life on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at her home surrounded...
02/23/2026

Mary Frances Crawford, age 94, of Elba, Alabama, departed this life on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at her home surrounded by the comfort of familiar places and the love of family. In keeping with her wishes, no formal services will be held at this time.
Mrs. Crawford leaves behind a legacy carried forward by those who loved her most. She is survived by her grandsons, Bill Crawford of Elba, AL, and Justin Bragg of Jack, AL, along with two great-grandchildren who brought her joy in her later years.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William L. Crawford; her daughter, Becky Bragg; her son, Eddie (Lynn) Crawford; her brothers, Cecil Hall, Jr. and Lamar Hall; and her parents, Cecil Clio Hall and Gussie Mae Ward Hall.
Mrs. Crawford’s life was marked by quiet strength, devotion to family, and the steady grace of a long, well-lived journey. Her memory will remain a blessing to all who knew her.
Hayes Funeral Home of Elba, Alabama, is serving the Crawford family.

Hello everyone! We wanted to take this opportunity to share “Joyful Reflections” with all of you. Courtney Jinright ma...
02/23/2026

Hello everyone! We wanted to take this opportunity to share “Joyful Reflections” with all of you. Courtney Jinright makes these beautiful heirloom keepsakes to honor your loved ones or to celebrate weddings, births, graduations or any other special occasion where reflection is warranted. Personal belongings from the individual (such as jewelry shown in this piece) are masterfully used to create a unique keepsake to honor those we celebrate. A few ideas are: flower bouquets, crosses, bicycles, baskets with flowers, birds, and angels to name a few. She is even up to the more challenging task also, such as boots, ATV’s, music notes, guitars, or coffee cups. The possibilities are limited only to your imagination. For your Veteran, rank insignia can be incorporated into the piece, as well as lures for your fisherman, tools for your carpenter, etc. The best part is they are very affordable and will create a lasting memorial you can proudly display in your home. Look her up on Facebook, or feel free to call us at 334-897-2225, or just stop by the funeral home for more information.

Mrs. Robbie Annette Moulton, age 73, of Elba, Alabama, departed this life on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Ascension S...
02/17/2026

Mrs. Robbie Annette Moulton, age 73, of Elba, Alabama, departed this life on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola, Florida.
Funeral services will be held from Hayes Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM with Rev. Frank Robinson officiating. Committal services will follow in the Mount Zion Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be at Hayes Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM.
Mrs. Moulton is survived by her husband, Jimmy Moulton of Elba, AL; daughter Melissa Gail Eldridge of Opp, AL; daughter Teresa Ann Dean of Elba, AL; daughter Sherrie Lynn (Jerry) Smith of Opp, AL; son David Scott (Cristi) Moulton of Elba, AL; and sister Linda Parker of Missouri. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.

Hayes Funeral Home of Elba, Alabama, is serving the Moulton family.

Greggory William “Gregg” Farris, age 67, of Elba, Alabama, departed this life on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at his home ...
02/17/2026

Greggory William “Gregg” Farris, age 67, of Elba, Alabama, departed this life on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at his home in Elba.

Funeral services will be held from Hayes Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 9:00 AM with Rev. Dewey Emfinger and Rev. Bob Hataway officiating. Committal services will follow in the Bethlehem Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be at Hayes Funeral Home on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM.

Although disabled since 2009 from his work as an auto mechanic and in poultry farming, Gregg remained devoted to ensuring his family was cared for. His strength, determination, and love for those closest to him never wavered. The family will also be receiving friends at his mother‑in‑law’s home, 9768 Hwy 134, Elba, AL 36323.

Gregg is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Jowonder Farris of Elba, AL; son Chris Farris of Bartlesville, OK; daughter Traci Farris of Elba, AL; grandson Owen Farris of Bartlesville, OK; grandson Evan Farris of Bartlesville, OK; granddaughter Tabitha (Jay) Barnes of Elba, AL; granddaughter Jade Farris of Elba, AL; great‑grandson Jayden Barnes of Elba, AL; great‑granddaughter Roselyn Barnes of Elba, AL; brother Mike (Barbara) Farris of Lynn Haven, FL; brother Glenn (Mary) Farris of Elba, AL; sister Cheryl (Daniel) Farris of Malvern, AL; sister Rebekah Farris of Enterprise, AL; along with several special nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Samuel David Farris; his mother, Helen Nadine Farris; and his father‑in‑law, James Hataway.

Hayes Funeral Home of Elba, Alabama, is serving the Farris family.

Jacquelyn Smart “Jackie” Stinson, age 72, a resident of Elba, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at her ...
02/05/2026

Jacquelyn Smart “Jackie” Stinson, age 72, a resident of Elba, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at her home. Funeral services will be held at Hayes Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, February 7, 2026, beginning at 2:00 pm with Mart Gray officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery under the direction of Hayes Funeral Home. Visitation will be held at Hayes Funeral Home on Saturday, February 7, from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm.
Jackie was a 1971 graduate of Elba high School and continued her education at Troy State University. In 1973 she married David and together they welcomed three daughters, Heather, Holly and Suzanna. While motherhood was always her greatest calling, Jackie excelled at all her career endeavors and never met a stranger. She held various positions working at the Coffee County Courthouse, Elba Pallet Mill and the Elba Post Office. Her career with the postal service spanned more than two decades, during which she became a familiar and well-loved presence. Locals enjoyed seeing Jackie, and she formed many lasting friendships through her years of service.
Jackie is survived by her daughters, Heather Stinson of Elba, AL; Holly (Andrew) Wood of Elba, AL; Suzanna (Che Vaughn) Stinson of Montgomery, AL; her granddaughters, Kaelyn (Rance) Hill of Jack, AL; and Sarah Kate Jordan of Milledgeville, GA; great grandchildren, Flint Ellzey, Gaston Hill and Troy-Taylor Hill, all of Jack, AL. She is also survived by her brother, Mark (Linda) Smart of Warner Robins, GA, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her husband, David Stinson, her sister, Sherri Manning and her parents, Donna and Jack Smart.

Mary Brantley, born on September 25, 1939 in Newton, Mississippi, went home to be with the Lord on January 30, 2026 with...
02/03/2026

Mary Brantley, born on September 25, 1939 in Newton, Mississippi, went home to be with the Lord on January 30, 2026 with her daughters by her side. She was 86 years old.
Mary met her husband, Billy E. Brantley, Sr. in Meridian, MS and they were married on December 30, 1954. Mary was a devout Christian and member of Bethany Baptist Church in New Brockton, AL, an exceptional wife of a retired US Army Veteran of 56 years and a very loving and understanding mother of five children. She loved Jesus with all her heart and couldn’t wait until the day she would meet Him. Her love for Jesus was instilled in her children and wanted nothing more than to have them all meet her one day in Heaven. As a member of Bethany Baptist Church, she served as a ladies Sunday School Teacher, Sunday School Director and the Church Librarian. She was very active with Women’s Aglow in Enterprise, AL and served on the board while living in Hollywood, FL. She loved reading books, doing word searches and taking care of her yard using the gift she got from God of having a green thumb.
Mary is preceded in death by her husband, Billy E. Brantley, Sr.; her parents, JB and Lennell Davis; her in-laws William A. and Mary Lou Brantley; her son, Billy E. Brantley, Jr.; and her brother, Charles Davis. She is survived by her daughters Judy Knight (Jim), Donna McDurmont (Kent), Denise Thomas (Gaylon) of New Brockton, AL, Debra Schubert (George) of Calhan, CO; her daughter-in-law, Laurie Brantley of Plant City, FL; her sister-in-law, Linda Davis of Anniston, AL; 14 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and one (1) great-great-grandchild; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Hayes Funeral Home in Elba, AL, who will also direct the services, on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Funeral services will be held at Bethany Baptist Church, New Brockton, AL on Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:00 am with Brother Corbin Griffin and Brother Greg Cotter officiating. Burial will immediately follow in the church cemetery.
Pall bearers will be her grandsons, Ryan Brantley, Kyle McDurmont, Eric Thomas, Justin Thomas, Trey Knight, Clint Schubert, Curtis Brantley and her great-grandson, James Downing.
In lieu of flowers, and we all know Mary loved her plants and flowers, she has requested that donations in her memory be sent to Bethany Baptist Church, 1805 County Road 533, New Brockton, AL 36351.

02/03/2026

Jaquelyn Smart "Jackie" Stinson, age 72 of Elba, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at her home in Elba. Funeral arrangements will be announced upon completion by Hayes Funeral Home of Elba.

02/03/2026

Laurence James Greco, Sr. age 93, a resident of New Brockton, Alabama passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026, at his home. In accordance with his wishes no formal services will be held.

02/03/2026

Merri Ann Lowe age 57, a resident of Elba, Alabama passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, at her home. Memorial services will be held in Florida at a later date.

She leaves behind her husband John William Lowe, Jr. a son, Brandon William (Sheena) Lowe of Polk City FL, two daughters, Samantha (Bryan) Roberts of Elba, AL, and Ashley Michelle Pennington of Haines City, FL, along with her father, Ulysses Samuel Henry of Elba, AL and nine grandchildren.

Hayes Funeral Home is honored to serve the Lowe Family.

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