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04/27/2026

Mrs. Dortha J. Cox, age 71, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026. She was born on September 18, 1954 in England, Arkansas to James Edward and Ethel Taylor Collier. Dortha spent much of her early life in Arkansas, where she graduated from Morrilton High School. Later, she moved to South Carolina, where she and her husband made a home for their family and she became a faithful member of North Charleston Church of Christ. She worked for many years as a secretary while raising her children. Later, she began a career with Cesco in accounts payable, where she remained until her retirement. Outside of work Dortha enjoyed searching for treasures at flea markets, and spending time with her family.
Mrs. Cox is survived by her sons, Leslie Cox (Krystal) and Daniel Cox (Nikki); her grandchildren, Jonathan, Logan, Rylee, Raegan, and Wyatt Cox; and a host of nieces, nephews and other extended relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen Cox; and her parents.
Memorial service details will be announced at a later time.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, Alabama serving the Cox family.

04/24/2026

**CHANGE OF VENUE ANNOUNCEMENT**
Due to the large number of people expected, the funeral services for Braxton and Braden Canterberry will be moved to the Brilliant High School gymnasium.
All visitation and service times will remain the same as previously scheduled.

04/24/2026

Braden Edward Canterberry, age 17, of Brilliant, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Braden was born on July 2, 2008 in Birmingham, Alabama. Braden was the grandson of Edward and Joan Canterberry and the son of the late Brent Canterberry and Brandy Osmer Mitchell. He was a member of Mt. Pisgah Methodist Church and was actively involved in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Braden was a senior at Brilliant High School, where he played both football and baseball. He will be deeply missed by his classmates, teammates, teachers, and all who knew him.
Braden is survived by his son, Asher Allen Canterberry; his fiancée, Anna Franks; his mother, Brandy Mitchell; his grandparents, Edward and Joan Canterberry and Michael Osmer; his half-sister, Ariel Mitchell; Kason and John Pool, who were like brothers to him; special family members, Adam and Tish Duckworth and family, Donald and Ashley Harmon and family, and Michael and Jennifer Osmer and family; along with a host of great aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Braden was preceded in death by his father, Brent Canterberry; his uncle, Trent Canterberry; and his grandparents, Kathy Osmer and Claude and Frances Johnson.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in Brilliant Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.
Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Classes of 2024 and 2026, along with all present and former teachers, coaches, and faculty of Brilliant Schools.
The Canterberrys have begun a ministry of giving away free Bibles and requests in lieu of flowers please mail donations to Manna From Heaven Ministry at: 6088 Lawrence 2137, Stotts City, MO 65756.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Canterberry family.

04/24/2026

Braxton Edward Canterberry, age 20, of Brilliant, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Braxton was born in Winfield, Alabama on March 7, 2006. Braxton was the grandson of Edward and Joan Canterberry and the son of the late Brent Canterberry and Brandy Osmer Mitchell. A 2024 graduate of Brilliant High School, he proudly played football and baseball for the Tigers. He was an active member of Mt. Pisgah Methodist Church and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Braxton was employed for a time with TRU Homes in Lynn. In his spare time, Braxton enjoyed spending time with family and friends.
Braxton is survived by his mother, Brandy Mitchell; his grandparents, Edward and Joan Canterberry and Michael Osmer; his half-sister, Ariel Mitchell; Kason and John Pool, who were like brothers to him; special family members, Adam and Tish Duckworth and family, Donald and Ashley Harmon and family, and Michael and Jennifer Osmer and family; along with a host of great aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Braxton was preceded in death by his father, Brent Canterberry; his uncle, Trent Canterberry; and his grandparents, Kathy Osmer and Claude and Frances Johnson.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in Brilliant Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.
Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Classes of 2024 and 2026, along with all present and former teachers, coaches, and faculty of Brilliant Schools.
The Canterberrys have begun a ministry of giving away free Bibles and requests in lieu of flowers please mail donations to Manna From Heaven Ministry at: 6088 Lawrence 2137, Stotts City, MO 65756.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Canterberry family.

04/23/2026

Mrs. Lisa Weeks Williams, age 67, of Guin, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at her residence. Lisa was born on September 9, 1958, in Guin, Alabama, to the late William Hubert and Martha Lou Pridmore Weeks. She was a lifelong resident of Guin and a member of Guin Methodist Church. Lisa was a 1977 graduate of Marion County High School and furthered her education at Bevill State Community College, where she earned her degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Lisa began her nursing career with Dr. Bates in Hamilton and later was employed in the emergency room at North Mississippi Medical Center. She also devoted time to caring for others at Sunset Manor Nursing Facility as well as Marion County Correctional Facility. Over her 23 years as a nurse, she especially enjoyed her work in the emergency room. Outside of work, Lisa enjoyed spending time with her family. She loved nothing more than watching her grandchildren play sports. She was an avid Alabama fan, and she enjoyed loving and caring for her beloved dogs, Gemma Rose and Tua.
Mrs. Williams is survived by her husband, Scotty Williams; her children, Jason Carr (Nathan), Shelley Bell (Brandon), Holly Adkins (Josh); stepson, Shannon Wood (Kara); grandchildren, Kiptyn Adkins, Kynsley Adkins, Harper Bell, and William Bell; step grandchildren, Stella Wood and Scarlett Wood; siblings, Lorrie Franks (Michael) and Lawanna McCullough (David); 4 nephews and 3 nieces, and a host of other extended relatives.
Mrs. Williams was preceded in death by her son, Jared Scott Williams; and her parents.
Funeral services for Mrs. Williams will be held on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Guin City Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.

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

04/23/2026

Mrs. Robbie Fay Edge, age 96, of Eldridge, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Helen Keller Hospital in Sheffield. Mrs. Edge was born in Eldridge, Alabama to Raymond and Lela McGough Norris. She was a lifelong resident of Eldridge and touched many lives through her gentle spirit and unwavering faith. A faithful member of Fern Springs Baptist Church, Robbie taught Sunday School for many years. Robbie spent her life as a homemaker, caring for her husband and children. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking and, above all, spending time with her grandchildren. Robbie’s affection for children extended to all she encountered, and she was known for her gentle touch with animals of all kinds. Her later years were spent at Country Place Assisted Living Facility, where she was the resident gardener. Robbie’s homegrown tomatoes were legendary, and she gladly shared them with friends, staff, and fellow residents.
Mrs. Edge is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Tidwell (Frank); her grandchildren, Derek Tidwell, Leslie Williams (Todd), Rusty Edge, and Eric Edge (Karla); her great grandchildren, Anna and Alyssa Tidwell, Jaxon, Jonah, and Jameson Willams, Blaize Wakefield, Rivers Burgess, and Dallis and Aspen Fay Edge; her siblings, Manley Norris (Mabel), Dwight Norris, Linda Coats, Dianne Miles (James), and David Norris (Pam); and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members.
Mrs. Edge was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Bounds Edge; sons, Gregory Paul Edge and Allen Brian Edge; her parents; and her siblings, Kathleen Smothers, Alton Norris, and Burnice “Wig” Norris.
Mrs. Edge’s family will receive friends for a time of visitation on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. from the Fern Springs Baptist Church. A private family burial will follow.

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

04/23/2026

Braxton Canterberry, age 20, and Braden Canterberry, age 17, of Brilliant passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Funeral services for Braxton and Braden will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Brilliant Memorial Gardens. The visitation will be held on Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be mailed to Manna from Heaven Ministry. Please mail all donations to: 6088 Lawrence 2137, Stotts City, MO 65756.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Canterberry family.

04/22/2026

Mrs. Tiny F. Stanford Farrell, age 88, of Brilliant, Alabama, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026, in Winfield, surrounded by her loving family.
A lifelong resident of Brilliant, Tiny was a cherished and devoted member of her community. She proudly owned and operated Tiny’s Coal Country Restaurant for many years, where she became known not only for her cooking, but for her warmth, kindness, and generous spirit. In her later years, she devoted herself fully to caring for those she loved, tenderly looking after her mother and her husband, Godfrey, during times of need. Even after their passing, she continued to serve others, always finding joy in helping those around her. Her life was a true reflection of compassion, selflessness, and love.
She is survived by her brother, Wesley Stanford, Sr. of Brilliant, and her sister, Marie (Johnny) Bronkema of Chicago, Illinois.
Tiny is also survived by her children: daughters Debra (Gregg) Scott of Machesney Park, Illinois, and Alica (Jeff) Carver of Blocton, Alabama; and sons Donald Ruark (Belinda Justice) of Ewing, Kentucky; Danny (Donna Jo) Ruark of Germantown, Kentucky; Dewight (Sandy) Ruark of Maysville, Kentucky; and DeWayne Ruark of Lexington, Kentucky.
She leaves behind a loving legacy through her grandchildren: James Scott, Dawnn Scott (Adam Fitzgerald), Trisha Scott, Samantha Ruark, Kayla Reeves, Macey (Adam) Jett, Shelia (Brad) Rubin, Fontana (Andrew) Carl, Cameron (Angelia) Ruark, Lendsey (Cameron) Garabrandt, LeAnna Carver (Hunter Vining), and Rebecca Carver (Adrian Hannah), along with many great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the nurses and staff of the East Wing at Diversicare of Winfield for their compassion and attentive care—whether it was making sure Tiny had her chapstick each day or sitting with her when family could not be present. Special thanks are also extended to Tiffany and Tabatha with Hospice for their kindness and support, and to her longtime hairstylist, Dot, who always made sure Tiny looked her best.
Visitation will be held on Monday, May 4, 2026, from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Bowen Funeral Home, with funeral services beginning at 2:00 PM. Burial will follow at Brilliant Lions Club Memorial Gardens. Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield directing.

04/19/2026

Mr. Buddy Eugene Norris, age 87, of Winfield, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Mr. Norris was born November 27, 1938, in Fayette County, Alabama, to Grant and Eloise McDonald Norris. Buddy was a 1958 graduate of Winfield High School and a faithful member of Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church. He served his country with dedication as a member of the United States National Guard for many years. After high school, he began his long and successful career in construction with H H Robertson Construction Company, where he worked until his retirement. Never one to remain idle, Buddy later became co-owner and operator of Northwest Bama Builders, continuing his passion for building and hard work until his second retirement. In addition to his career in construction, Buddy was a cattle farmer and co-owner of Norris Bro. Farms, where he worked side by side with his brothers. When not working, Buddy could often be found on the golf course, tending to his farm, or enjoying the company of his beloved family.
Mr. Norris is survived by his wife, Wynell Halcomb Norris; his children, Gaye McDanel (Phil), Gary Norris (Ginny), Delaina Harrison (Jeff), Don Housh (Lisa), and Lisa Firmin (Damon Lagle); his grandchildren, Casey McDanel (Roxanne), Samantha McDanel, Bailey Norris, Grant Norris, Garrett Harrison (Kirsten), Emma Trull (Korlan), Melody Harrison, Taylor Lesandrini (Patrick), Sydney Housh, and Nick Firmin; his brother, David Norris (Lana); his uncle, Jimmy McDonald (Jean); his sister-in-law, Shelia Norris; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.
Mr. Norris was preceded in death by his parents, Grant and Eloise Norris; his brother, Arnold Norris; his infant sister, Melinda Norris; and an infant brother.
Funeral services for Mr. Norris will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in the Malloy-McDonald Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.
Bowen funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Norris family.

04/12/2026

Carrie Ann Tucker, age 67, of Winfield, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle. She was born on June 12, 1958, to Robert and Louise Hall Flippo. Carrie was a devoted member of New Life Fellowship Church. After high school, she attended Bevill State Community College, proudly becoming part of the first graduating nursing class. Excelling in her studies, she graduated at the top of her class with Summa Cum Laude honors, earning her degree as a registered nurse. Throughout her career, Carrie brought comfort to patients in several area hospitals and hospice facilities before her retirement. Outside of her professional life, Carrie found joy in tending her garden and yard with love and earning Yard of the Year honors in her neighborhood. She also enjoyed listening to music, practicing calligraphy, cooking, sewing and quilting, and spending time with her family .
Carrie is survived by her daughters, Robin Tucker Kirk (Chris), Crystal Gail Tucker, and Rebekah Tucker Carpenter (Jay); her grandchildren, Joseph Matthew Lynn II, Gavin Lane Brown, Hannah Jenson Ginn, Alexis Elaine Guy, and Ava Kathryn Carpenter; her great-grandson Elijah Mason Ginn; her sister Marilyn Johnston; and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Edward Tucker, her parents, and siblings, Bob and Frankie Flippo and Wanda Camp.
Funeral services for Mrs. Tucker will be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in the White Springs Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.

04/07/2026

Thomas Steven Avent, better known as Tommy, age 68 of Winfield passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at his residence. Tommy was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, on July 20, 1957, to the late James Thomas Avent and Edna Earl Taylor Avent. He grew up in Tuscaloosa and was a proud graduate of Tuscaloosa County High School, Class of 1976. Following graduation, he moved to Fayette County before settling in Winfield, where he made his home for the remainder of his life. Tommy dedicated 30 years of service to Georgia-Pacific, where he retired as a shift supervisor. Never one to stay idle, he later spent four years working in the maintenance department with Winfield City Schools. He was a longtime member of A New Hope Church. Tommy loved fishing, cheering on Alabama football, and sharing laughter through his joking nature and playful spirit. Above all, he treasured time spent with his family, who meant more to him than anything else.
Mr. Avent is survived by his wife, Pamela Whitehead Avent; his children, Judy Cooper (Brad), Jason Avent (Nicole), and Crystal Dunn (Chris); his stepsons, Casey Fortner (Cricket) and Shane Fortner; ten grandchildren; three great-grandsons; his siblings, Jimmy Avent (Crystal) and Debbie Sims; and a host of extended family members and dear friends.
Mr. Avent was preceded in death by his first wife, Sue Avent; his parents, James Thomas and Edna Earl Avent; and his sister, Rebecca Brown.
Funeral services for Mr. Avent will be held on Friday, April 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in West Alabama Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, Alabama serving the Avent family.

04/03/2026

Judy Ann Spiller, age 80, of the Twin community, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026, at her residence. She was born on October 4, 1945, in Waukesha, Wisconsin, to the late Wilber and Lenora Hanson Zipfel. Judy was raised in Waukesha and was a proud graduate of Waukesha High School, Class of 1963. Later in life, she made her home in Alabama, where she became a devoted and longtime member of Mt. Pleasant Freewill Baptist Church. Judy spent 18 years employed with Health-Tex before continuing her career at W.T. Vick Lumber Company, where she worked as a secretary until her retirement. Even after retiring, Judy remained active, working for a time with McDonald’s. In her spare time Judy loved cooking for her family, shopping, tending to her flower beds, and playing games with those she loved. Above all, she cherished the time she spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Mrs. Spiller is survived by her children, Leann Spiller, Kim Huguley (Stoney), and Stacy Spiller (Amy); her grandchildren, Joshua Huguley, Jonathon Huguley (Samantha), Jacob Huguley, Kaitlyn Madero (Juan), and Kaden Spiller; her great-grandchildren, Natalie, Stella, Daniel, Everly, and Ian Huguley, and Amelia and Owen Madero; her sister, Jane Moldenhauer (Danny); along with a host of nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.
Mrs. Spiller was preceded in death by her husband, Ronnie Spiller; her parents, Wilber and Lenora Zipfel; her sister, Kari Schwartz; her brothers-in-law, Dean Schwartz and Bryan Spiller; her niece, Denean Desantis; and her parents-in-law, Versie and Annell Spiller.
Funeral services for Mrs. Spiller will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in Center Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Monday from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m., service time, at the funeral home.
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