Bowen Funeral Home

01/12/2026

Mrs. Lou Gilley, age 85, of Guin, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026, at her residence. She was born on January 24, 1940, in Brilliant, Alabama, to Thomas and Geneva Johnson Stanford. Mrs. Gilley was a lifelong member of Mt. Pisgah Methodist Church and was a 1958 graduate of Brilliant High School. She spent much of her life as a devoted homemaker, caring for her family. In her spare time, Mrs. Gilley enjoyed sewing and crafting, going to yard sales, and spending time with her family, especially her great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Gilley is survived by her grandchildren, Kristi South (Brian), Matt Gilley, and Zach Gilley (Randi); ten great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; her sisters, Estelle Gunnels, Betty Mann, and Barbara Fowler (Dan); and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Gilley was preceded in death by her husband, Don Gilley; her sons, Donnie Gilley and Kenny Gilley; and her siblings, Horace Stanford, Derrall Stanford, and Helen Faye Hulsey.
A graveside service for Mrs. Gilley will be held on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Brilliant Memorial Gardens.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Gilley family.

01/12/2026

Mrs. Betty Faye Ward, age 82, of Winfield passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026 in the DCH Medical Center in Tuscaloosa. She was born March 18, 1943 in Winfield, Alabama to Olliver D. and Ila Mae Clark Lynn. She lived most of her life in Alabama and was a faithful member of East Winfield Church of Christ. Mrs. Ward attended college where she studied watch and jewelry repair. She owned and operated her own jewelry store in Hackleburg, AL, and was later employed with the local hospital and Wal-Mart.
Mrs. Ward is survived by her husband, William Clyde Ward Sr. of Winfield; her daughter, Sondra Ward of Winfield; her sons, Clyde Ward Jr. of Alabaster, Kavin Ward Sr. of Escondido, CA, and Bert Ward of Hackleburg; 6 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; her sister, Lola Mae Beasley of Cordova; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members.
Mrs. Ward was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Elizabeth Ann Lynn Callahan; and her brother, Ollie Ray Lynn.
Funeral services for Mrs. Ward will be held on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Winfield City Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Thursday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, Alabama serving the Ward family.

01/08/2026

Mrs. Linda Sue McDonald, age 82, of Winfield, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at the Sunset Manor Nursing Facility. She was born on October 19, 1943, in Winfield, Alabama, to Cornelius Fred Mills and Willie Rose Strickland Mills. Mrs. McDonald was a faithful member of Winfield Methodist Church and a graduate of Winfield City High School. She spent much of her life as a devoted homemaker and loving mother. In her spare time, she enjoyed being active in her church and had a caring heart for others, often visiting the sick and shut-in.
Mrs. McDonald is survived by her daughter, Paige Elliott; her grandchildren, Logan Elliott (Katy) and Avery Elliott; her great-grandchildren, Lainey Elliott and Leighton Elliott; her siblings, Joan Loden and Martha McDonald; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Cornelius Fred Mills Jr., Agatha Austin, Wanda Loftis, Shelia Gray Knighton, Virginia Austin, and Frankie Cotten.
A memorial service for Mrs. McDonald will be held on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Winfield Methodist Church. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until service time at the church.
Bowen Funeral Home serving the McDonald family.

01/06/2026

Mrs. Marcia Ann Franks, age 69, of Winfield, Alabama, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, at UAB Hospital. She was born on July 11, 1956, in Guin, Alabama, to Robert and Mildred Davis McGuire. Marcia was a faithful member of the Winfield Church of Christ and a 1974 graduate of Marion County High School. Following high school, she pursued a degree in education at the University of North Alabama in Florence, where she earned her master’s degree. Marcia devoted 30 years of her life to teaching, spending the majority of her career at Guin Elementary School, where she touched countless lives and was loved by students and colleagues alike. Above all else, Marcia cherished her family. She loved spending her spare time caring for her children and being “ShaSha” to her beloved grandchildren. She rarely missed a sporting event or school activity and was always their biggest supporter. In her downtime, Marcia enjoyed shopping and was well known for her love of doing laundry.
Mrs. Franks is survived by her children, Blake Franks (Payten) and Lisa Ann Mullins (Drew); grandchildren, Dani Kate Franks, Eliza Jane Lovett, Charlotte Ray Mullins, Lydia Scott Franks, Addy Lowe Mullins, and Ja’Borri McGhee; her brother, Bob McGuire (Mary Louise); and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Franks was preceded in death by her husband, Tim Franks; her parents-in-law, Lowell and Faye Franks; and her sister-in-law, Nancy McGuire.
Funeral services for Marcia will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. from the Winfield Church of Christ, with burial to follow in the Mt. Olive Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m. service time at the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Children’s Hospital of Alabama at ChildrensAL.org/Donate.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, Alabama, serving the Franks family.

01/02/2026

Mr. Woodard Todd Sanderson, age 57, of Guin, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at his residence. Todd was born on October 15, 1968, in Winfield, Alabama, to Alvin and Agnes Bates Sanderson. He was a 1987 graduate of Brilliant High School and later attended the American College of Applied Arts in Atlanta. Following high school, Todd was employed with Gateway Grocery in Brilliant. He later began a career with National Electronics Warranty in Tupelo, Mississippi, where he worked for many years as a CCR Supervisor until his health no longer permitted him to continue. In his spare time, Todd enjoyed cooking, traveling with his sister, doing crafts, and spending time with his family.
Todd is survived by his sister, Deborah Stinnett (Jay); nieces and nephews, Christie Cloud, Nick Sanderson (Jody), Kayla Sanderson (Jeremy), Justin Sanderson (Autumn), Cecely Sanderson (Rudy), Jayda Stinnett, and Andrew Wallace.
Todd was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Agnes Sanderson; his brother, Delarn Sanderson; and his sister, Kimberly Pruitt.
Funeral services for Todd will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in the Zion Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Sanderson family.

01/02/2026

Mr. Rodney Lee Wells, age 53, of Winfield, passed away on Thursday January 1st. A memorial service for Mr. Wells will be held at a later date.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Wells family.

01/02/2026

Rev. Bobby Charles Terrell, age 76, of Guin, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, Mississippi. He was born on June 24, 1949, in Winfield, Alabama, to Lemon Eugene Terrell and Catherine Flemings Terrell. Bobby was a graduate of Guin Colored School and was a faithful member of Hodges Chapel Baptist Church and later Moriah Baptist Church. He was also a member of Fayette Masonic Lodge #65. Mr. Terrell was employed for many years at Winfield Cotton Mill until its closing. He later worked at Gateway Homes and Windows Unlimited Mental Health Facility, where he remained until his retirement. Following retirement, Bobby answered the call to ministry and became the minister of Moriah Baptist Church. In his spare time, Bobby enjoyed watching football, riding motorcycles, and spending time with his beloved grandchildren. He was well known for passing out gold dollars and for giving nicknames to those he loved.
Rev. Terrell is survived by his daughters, Kendra Terrell, Cheryl Terrell, Hope Terrell, and Ruby Mayho; grandchildren, Boston, Easton, Loyalty, and Royalty Sullivan, and Destiny Carr; siblings, Rebecca Terrell, John L. Flemings, Mary Chaney Wilson, Noel Chaney Driver, Rev. Lemon Eugene Terrell Jr., Teresa Marshall, Eugene and Bessie Terrell, Eunice and Norris Crump, and Gretel Ruff; and a host of nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and other family members.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Terrell, and brothers, Lewis Chaney and J.R. Arnold.
Funeral services for Rev. Terrell will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in Hodges Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 12:00 noon until service time at the funeral home.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Terrell family.

01/01/2026

Miss Crystal Diana Whatley, 37, of Northport, Alabama, passed away on December 24, 2025 at Northport Medical Center.
She was born on July 19, 1988, in Northport, Alabama to Randall and Lorie Martin Whatley. Crystal graduated from Northside High School, Class of 2007. In July of 2016 her son, Alex was born. She always said he was her little miracle. Her passion was being a caregiver. Crystal never met a stranger; she loved everyone with all of her heart. She will be greatly missed by all of us.
She is survived by her son, Alex Jones, grandmother; Barbara Dozier, sister; Michelle (Todd) Chism, nephew and nieces, Hunter and Bailey Bigham, Lily, Leona, Loretta and Elsie Chism. brother, Randy (Holly) Whatley, great uncles, Sonny (Dora) Stringer and Edwin (Connie) Stringer, uncle; David (Shana) Dozier, aunt, April Tidwell, her best friend, Ashley (Danny) Martin, and host of cousins and other family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Randall Whatley and Lorie Martin Whatley, grandparents, Oliver and Katherine Whatley and grandfather, James Dozier.
Funeral services for Crystal will be held on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Hubbertville Church of Christ Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. util 3:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home. Brother Matt Weems will be the officiating minister.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, Alabama serving the Whatley family.

12/31/2025

12/26/2025

Mr. Bobby Dooley, age 78, of Brilliant, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at the Northwest Alabama Hospice Facility in Tuscaloosa. Bobby was born on January 13, 1947, in Fayette, Alabama, to Fred Dooley and Charlene Thomason Dunn. He was a devoted member of Center United Methodist Church, where he faithfully served in many roles over the years, including chairman of the board, trustee, Sunday School superintendent, and song leader. His love for the church and his willingness to serve were evident to all who knew him. A 1966 graduate of Phillips High School, Bobby was a standout athlete, playing baseball, basketball, and football. He continued his love of sports into his college years, playing baseball and basketball, and was later honored with induction into the Marion County Hall of Fame. Much of Bobby’s working life was spent as a truck driver for several area companies. When not working, Bobby enjoyed watching Alabama football and other sports, going fishing, spending time with his family, and most of all, being a servant of the church.
Mr. Dooley is survived by his wife of 56 years, Joyce Dooley; his son, Wade Dooley, and his wife, Audrea; his granddaughter, McKenzie Dooley Eubanks, and her husband, Tyler; and his sister, Brenda Dooley Morgan.
Mr. Dooley was preceded in death by his parents, Fred Dooley and Charlene Dunn (Theron); his brother, Freddie Dooley; and his in-laws, F.L. and Elouise Cagle Jackson.
Funeral services for Mr. Dooley will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in the Center United Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Dooley family.

12/18/2025

Mr. Willis Eugene Barnes, better known as Gene, age 82, of Winfield, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025, at his residence. He was born on May 2, 1943, to Jacob Leroy and Ora Mae McKay Barnes. Mr. Barnes was a faithful member of Bethel Freewill Baptist Church and a 1961 graduate of Brilliant High School. He proudly served his country for four years in the United States Air Force, followed by 20 years of service in the 166th Engineer Company of the Alabama Army National Guard.
Mr. Barnes was an active and dedicated member of Brilliant Masonic Lodge #601, where he enjoyed helping with fundraisers and participating in lodge activities. He was employed by 3M Manufacturing for 35 years before retiring. In his earlier years, he found great joy in growing vegetable gardens and working in the hayfield when he was not on the job. In later years, he enjoyed helping others, doing outdoor projects and attending his grandchildren’s activities, which brought him much happiness.
He is survived by his son, Chris Barnes (Kaleena); daughter, Stephanie House (Emerson); grandchildren, Jacob Barnes and Macie Barnes; step granddaughter, Madalyn Moore; brother, Wiley Barnes (Maxine); sister-in-law, Shelby Barnes; brother-in-law, Gary Rose; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members.
He was preceded in death by his ex-wife, Nancy Barnes; his parents, Leroy and Ora Mae Barnes; brothers, James, Jesse, Sam, Floyd, and Boyd Barnes; and sisters, Lounell Cagle, Ruth Tittle, Dorothy Elliott, Joyce Ann Rose, Judy Gulley, Allean Guin, Nelda Sue Barnes, and Betty Jo Willett.
Funeral services for Mr. Barnes will be held on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in Taylor Springs Cemetery in Lamar County. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Barnes family.