Colbert Memorial Chapel/Colbert County Memorial Gardens

Colbert Memorial Chapel/Colbert County Memorial Gardens Colbert Memorial Chapel - Serving Colbert County residents since 1992
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has been serving the residents of Colbert County and surrounding counties since 1957. Colbert Memorial Chapel was opened in June 1992 offering Funeral Services not only in Colbert County Memorial Gardens, but in all country and church cemeteries. We also offer cremation service at our on Crematory Facility, located on site as well as Pet Cremation and Pet Burial in Pet Love Cemetery. For information about these services feel free to call 256-383-2603.

01/03/2026

Betty Louise (Gober) Bolton
October 13, 1947 ~ January 1, 2026

Betty Louise Bolton, 78, of Muscle Shoals, AL passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026.

Visitation will be held on Monday, January 5, 2026 from 11 am-1 pm at Colbert Memorial Chapel with a service to follow at 1 pm in the chapel. Bro. Stan Pruitt will be officiating. Burial will be in Colbert Memorial Gardens.

She was preceded in death by her parents, J.C. and Tiny Gober; husband, Larry Bolton; and nephew, Daryl Gober.

She is survived by her daughter, Angela Scott (Todd); granddaughter, Ivie Scott; brother, Donald Gober (Dorothy); sister, Laura Cabell (John); nephews and nieces Dorinda Edwards (Kenneth), Derek Gober (Bethany), Elizabeth Stoll and John Cabell III; great nieces and nephews, Makenzie, Miles, Bailey Ann, Davis, Henley, Walker, Rives, and Beau; and caregiver, Terrie Whitehead.

Honorary pallbearers will be John Cabell III, Derek Gober, Kenneth Edwards, Miles Edwards, Paul Johnson and Tony South.

Hillard Ray AyersMay 14, 1938 ~ December 31, 2025Hillard Ray Ayers, 87, of Leighton, AL passed away on December 31, 2025...
01/02/2026

Hillard Ray Ayers
May 14, 1938 ~ December 31, 2025

Hillard Ray Ayers, 87, of Leighton, AL passed away on December 31, 2025.

Visitation will be held Saturday, January 3, 2026 from 5-7 pm at Colbert Memorial Chapel. Service will be held on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 2 pm in the chapel. Daniel Rogers will be officiating. Burial will be in Hopewell Cemetery.

He was a member of Hopewell Church of Christ.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Mabel Ayers; brothers, Raymond and his wife, Judy, James R. and wife Martha, and Nolan and wife, Linda, and Gaither and his wife, Judith; son-in-law’s, Dexter Isbell and Andy Pace.

He is survived by his wife, Vadra June Vandiver; son, Marshall Ray Ayers of Leighton, AL; daughters, Bonnie Renee Isbell of Tuscumbia and Angela June Jones (David) of Leighton, AL; grandchildren, Aaron Isbell (Ashley) of Muscle Shoals, AL, Regina Ayers of Hamilton, AL, Christi Ayers of Savannah, TN, Shelly Ayers of Muscle Shoals, AL, Emily Ayers of Hatton, AL, and Dustin Hacker; great grandchildren, Sierra Davis, Lakota Ayers, Daysun Ayers, Loretta Holland, Jacob Holland, Rylan Ayers, Journey Blankenship, Crimson Blankenship, and Jayda Rhodes.

Pallbearers will be Wade Ayers, Heath Ayers, Mike Ayers, Chase Ayers, Greg Ayers, and Scottie Ayers.

Melba June (McDonald) CorsbieJanuary 4, 1940 ~ December 30, 2025Melba June Corsbie, 85, of Spring Valley passed away on ...
01/01/2026

Melba June (McDonald) Corsbie
January 4, 1940 ~ December 30, 2025

Melba June Corsbie, 85, of Spring Valley passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.

Visitation will be Friday, January 2, 2026 from 10 am-12 pm at Colbert Memorial Chapel with a service to follow at 12 pm in the chapel. Bro. Mark Mayfield and Perry Berryman will be officiating. Burial will be in Glendale Cemetery.

She was a member of Spring Valley Church of God.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James H. and Hattie McDonald; husband, Ellis Corsbie; son, Wayne Corsbie; grandson, Matt Corsbie; brother, Bubby McDonald; sister, Delores Case; son-in-law, Dennis Posey; and beloved grandson -in-law, Mitch Bryant Mitchell.

She is survived by her sons, David Corsbie (Susie) of Tuscumbia, AL and Randy Corsbie (Melissa) of Tuscumbia, AL; daughters, Shelia Sartin (Tom) of Muscle Shoals, AL, Becky Posey of Muscle Shoals, AL, and Laura King (Tony) of Muscle Shoals; daughter-in-law, Lisa Corsbie of Leighton, AL; sister, Hazel Stewart of Spring Valley; thirteen grandchildren; twenty-five great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren; and host of family and friends.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

12/27/2025

Wayne Fike Hester
July 15, 1933 ~ December 26, 2025

Wayne Fike Hester, 92, of Tuscumbia, AL, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025.

Visitation will be at Colbert Memorial Chapel on Monday, December 29, 2025 from 12:30 to 2 with a service to follow at 2. Greg Beasley will be officiating the service. Burial will be in Colbert Memorial Gardens.

Wayne was a member of Valley Grove Baptist Church for many years. He retired from Ford Motor Sheffield Casting Plant and went on to operate an excavating business digging ponds, clearing land, and building roads. Wayne's connection to the Purple Martin Club was one of the defining aspects of his life. He was known for his use of gourds, which he crafted and hung for the Martins, earning him the nickname "The Gourd Man."

He is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Aggie Hester; brother, Bernard Hester.

He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Faye Hester; son Scott Wayne Hester (Kathy); daughter, Dee Anne B***r (Lloyd); brother, Alton Hester (Peggy); grandchildren, Michael Hester (Libby), Christopher B***r (Megan), Hannah B***r; great-grandchildren, Joshua Hester, Kimmie Hester

Pallbearers will be David Isbell, Ray Counts, Keith Hester, Mike Hester, Daryl Hester, Christopher B***r.

Honorary Pallbearers will be the members of Valley Grove Men’s Baptist Sunday School.

12/27/2025

Sandra Lucille (Davis) Hopson
January 13, 1939 ~ December 26, 2025

Sandra Hopson, 86, of Tuscumbia, AL, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025.

A private graveside service will be held at Colbert Memorial Gardens on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Buckner Briggs Hopson; and parents, James and Lucille Mae Davis.

She is survived by her daughters, Linda Byrd (Joe), Amy Croney (Paul); grandchildren, Amber Hopson, Sydney Croney, Selena Hopson; and great-grandchildren, Eli Hopson and Ayden Byrd.

Colbert Memorial Chapel will be assisting the family.

Clois Ann (Shelton) SkipworthJanuary 25, 1951 ~ December 23, 2025Clois passed away peacefully on December 23, at home in...
12/23/2025

Clois Ann (Shelton) Skipworth
January 25, 1951 ~ December 23, 2025

Clois passed away peacefully on December 23, at home in Muscle Shoals, surrounded by her family.

Visitation will be at Colbert Memorial Chapel Friday December 26, 2025 from 9-11 with a service to follow at 11. Gerald Pennington will be officiating the service. Burial will be in Colbert Memorial Gardens.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Martha Pearl Shelton, of Spring Valley Community in Colbert County, and brother Edward Shelton of Montgomery Alabama.

She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Stanley C. Skipworth, Daughter Angela Bush (Todd), and son Jerrold Skipworth (Karen). She was blessed with 5 grandchildren, Josh Skipworth (Macy), Alexandria Skipworth, Kaitlyn Satterfield (Jack), Mitchell Glover, and Aabrea Bush, and 3 great grandchildren, Darby Dee Skipworth, Rylee Shay Griffith, and Francesca Faith Satterfield.

She built a distinguished career in the soft drink industry retiring as Administration Operation Manager from Buffalo Rock Company, Tuscumbia Division. Her career spanned a time frame of over 36 years with the Buffalo Rock Company.

Her leadership, integrity, and dedication made her truly respected by her colleagues, and friends.

She is a life member of the Florence Moose Lodge 2034, The Elks Lodge 2860, and The American Legion Auxiliary 146.

She was a Past President of the Alabama Moose Association and in March she received the Lifetime Achievement Award. She enjoyed traveling with her husband to all state and International Moose Conventions whenever possible.

Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her beloved family, and will certainly be missed by all.

Pall Bearers will be Josh Skipworth, Jack Satterfield, Foster Gregory, Chris James, Randy Nix, and Fred Morrow.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Aveanna Hospice; their patience and compassion helped us through this most difficult time.

12/23/2025

Roger Williamson
October 19, 1948 ~ December 21, 2025

Roger Williamson, 77, of Florence, AL, passed away on Sunday December 21, 2025 after a short illness. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.

Roger was an avid outdoorsman who had a love for fishing, nature, and animals. He had a passion for collecting antique cars. He also enjoyed cooking and loved to create meals that brought family and friends together.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Sybil Williamson; brother, Ricky Williamson; sister-in-law, Mary Nell Atwell.

He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Linda Lindsey Williamson; daughter, Courtney James; granddaughter, Mary Halen James; brothers, Lawayne Williamson, Jan Williamson (Tamera); sister-in-law, Mae Lindsey Friar (Richard); brother-in-law, Robert Atwell; and a host of nieces and nephews.

As he was a Christian, the family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Wesley Foundation Campus Ministry at the University of North Alabama, P.O. Box 5293, Florence, AL, 35632.

Colbert Memorial will be assisting the family.

Larry Dewayne ThorntonNovember 17, 1958 ~ December 20, 2025Larry Dewayne Thornton, age 67, of Tuscumbia, Alabama, passed...
12/22/2025

Larry Dewayne Thornton
November 17, 1958 ~ December 20, 2025

Larry Dewayne Thornton, age 67, of Tuscumbia, Alabama, passed away on December 20, 2025.

Larry was born on November 17, 1958. He was a devoted husband, loving father, proud Pop, and a loyal friend to those fortunate enough to know him. His greatest joy came from his family, whom he loved deeply and fiercely.

Larry shared 47 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Katy Thornton, a partnership built on love, commitment, and devotion. He is also survived by his daughters, Misty Thornton and April Burnett; his son-in-law, Lawrence Burnett; and his cherished and only granddaughter, Khloe Burnett, who held a very special place in his heart.

A lifelong Alabama football fan, Larry took great pride in cheering on the Crimson Tide, finding joy in game days and sharing that passion with those around him.

He will be remembered most for the love he gave so freely—as a husband, a dad, a Pop, and a friend. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Larry will be cremated at Colbert Memorial Gardens. In accordance with his wishes, there will be no public service or viewing, with arrangements limited to immediate family.

Lena Mae Palmer (Pilkilton) JonesApril 10, 1940 ~ December 16, 2025Lena Mae Pilkilton Jones, age 85, formerly of Tuscumb...
12/17/2025

Lena Mae Palmer (Pilkilton) Jones
April 10, 1940 ~ December 16, 2025

Lena Mae Pilkilton Jones, age 85, formerly of Tuscumbia passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, in Florence, Alabama, where she moved to be closer to her devoted son Dwight Pilkilton. She was a member of the Cox Boulevard Church of Christ.

Lena was born April 10, 1940, to late Walter Lee and Beatrice (neé McElyea) Pilkilton in Barton, Colbert County, Alabama. She was the fourth in a family of 12 children.

She was widowed by husbands: Paul Grady Byrd (d. 1981), Max Stanley Palmer (d. 1990), and Charlie Ralph Jones (d.2012) who was truly the love of her life. She is also preceded in death by her siblings Helen Lazetta Bolden, Sara Estelle Pilkilton, Ida Corsbie, Donald Pilkilton, Walter Lee Pilkilton, Jr. Dorothy Jewel Liles, Barbara Ann Alsobrooks. She is also preceded by a son, Walter Lee Pilkilton, III who lived less than a day.

Survivors include brothers David (Sue) Pilkilton, Jimmy (Anitia) Pilkilton, Marty (Lula) Pilkilton, sister Wanda Sprague, and son Paul Dwight Pilkilton.

The family would like to thank the amazing staff a El Reposo Nursing facility for their constant care and compassion throughout these difficult years. They would also like to thank Mrs. Violet Grant for caring and being such a good friend for Ms. Lena while she was able to be home, as well as all the many nurses and caretakers over the years.

Services will be held at Colber Memorial Gardens on Monday, December 22 at 4:00pm.

12/09/2025

Paul Andujar, Jr.
September 2, 1942 ~ December 5, 2025

Paul Andujar, Jr., 83, of Florence, AL died on Friday, December 5, 2025.

There will not be any services at this time.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda Adujar; son, Jeff Andujar; stepson, Alan Kennedy; daughter, Natalie Searcy; step daughters, Michele Aycock and Tonja Herring; brother, Harry Andujar; grandchildren, Sara Beth Cooper, Jacob Andujar, Aidan Aycock, Michaela Ragan, Garret Green, Sadie Kennedy, Owen Kennedy, and Anna Ruth Kennedy; great grandchildren, Linkon Keith Andujar, Hazel Grace Andujar, PJ Paul Andujar, Jr., and Adalyn Ragan.

Mary Ruth (Barksdale) HydeMay 14, 1934 ~ December 5, 2025Mary “Ruth” Hyde, born to her parents on May 14, 1934, in Ohatc...
12/06/2025

Mary Ruth (Barksdale) Hyde
May 14, 1934 ~ December 5, 2025

Mary “Ruth” Hyde, born to her parents on May 14, 1934, in Ohatchee, Alabama, as Mary Barksdale, passed away on December 5, 2025.

She had lived in Tuscumbia, Alabama for 45 years and was employed as a grocery store clerk at Foodland, formerly Consumer Grocery in Muscle Shoals for over ten years. She was reliable and proud of taking a no-nonsense approach to life.

She was married 55 years to her husband Raymond Hyde until his death in 2008. She is survived by her three children: Kathy Hyde Spurgeon and her husband Todd, children Jacob and Celena; Ricky Hyde and children Alex, Kristen, Shawn, Angie; Ronnie Hyde and his son Jonathan. Numerous great grandchildren and her brother Ralph Barksdale also survive her.

She was predeceased by both parents, Mirtie and Henry Barksdale; husband Raymond Hyde; other siblings.

Visitation will be Tuesday, December 9th from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Colbert Memorial Chapel. The funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be in Colbert Memorial Gardens.

Mary lived a persevering life, one of routine, steadfast strength that always seemed to accompany her through the years. She will be remembered for these simple ways in which she showed up and worked through her life. Her Christian faith was core to who she was, and she looked forward with gladness to that day when she would find herself in the arms of Jesus.

Emil Charles Chiado, Jr.December 5, 2025 ~ December 5, 2025Emil Charles Chiado, Jr., 98, of Muscle Shoals, AL died on De...
12/06/2025

Emil Charles Chiado, Jr.
December 5, 2025 ~ December 5, 2025

Emil Charles Chiado, Jr., 98, of Muscle Shoals, AL died on December 5, 2025. There will be a graveside service on Friday, December 12, 2025 at 11 am in Colbert Memorial Gardens.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Emil and Domminica Chiado; and wife, Robbie Chiado.

He is survived by his daughters, Sherry Shirah, Susan Patterson, and Michelle Medlin; grandchildren, Adrian, Daniel, Christopher, Jason, and Deidra.

When he was 18, he was drafted and went to Pearl Harbor then went to Douglas. In 1974 worked for Fruehauf, then in 1963 he moved to Decatur in 1975 and he left Hunter. In 1990 he retired. He was Vice President of Metal Exchange.

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