Obituaries

Mar 1, 2026

Ms. Mary Alice Webber, age 95, was called to her eternal home at her residence in Vernon, AL on Sunday, March 1, 2026. She was the first offspring born to the union of the late Mr. Gene Webber and the late Mrs. Elmire Cribbs Webber. Mary Alice was blessed with one son, Ricky Truelove. He was an everlasting bundle of...

Feb 27, 2026

Mrs. Liffie Lee, age 92, of Vernon, AL and formerly of Guin, passed away Friday, February 27, 2026, at the home of her sister.

Mrs. Lee was born November 23, 1933, in Lamar County, AL, to the late Frank Spann and Alma Graham Spann.  She was a member of Mt. Willing Baptist Church and attended Oakes Chapel Baptist Church as long...

Feb 23, 2026

Lavelle Butler Patrick, age 82, of Vernon, AL, went to her heavenly home on February 23, 2026, at Generations of Vernon.

Lavelle was born September 22, 1943, to the late Clatie Butler and Lou Stanford Butler in Vernon, AL.  She was a graduate of Lamar County High School.

Lavelle was a life long member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Vernon.  She loved...

Feb 23, 2026

Mr. James Willard Pless, age 82, of Vernon, AL, passed away Monday, February 23, 2026, at Fayette Medical Center-DCH.

Mr. Pless was born April 23, 1943, in East Fork, NC, to the late James M. and Hattie Huffman Pless. He was married to the late Patricia Pless and was a minister, and he had a Masters in Biblical Studies. He was...

Feb 12, 2026

Mrs. Cecelia Jane Burnett, age 88, of Vernon, AL, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026, at her residence.

Mrs. Burnett was born June 11, 1937 in Lamar County, AL, to the late Alfred and Nell Holley. She was married for 61 years to the late Jim D. Burnett. Jane was a graduate of Lamar County High School and attended Auburn University...

Feb 11, 2026

Mrs. Michelle Phillips, age 52, of Kennedy, AL, passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo.

Michelle was born May 21, 1973, in Columbus, MS, to the late Jimmy and Sarah Dean McDaniel.  She was a 1991 graduate of Lamar County High School, and a 1996 graduate from the University of Alabama with a Bachelor's Degree...

Feb 9, 2026

Mr. Ricky Edward White, age 63, of Vernon, AL, passed away Monday, February 9, 2026, at his residence.

Ricky was born April 23, 1962, to Gene White and the late Faye White.  He was a concrete finisher.

Funeral services will be Friday, February 13, at 1:00 PM, in the chapel of Chandler Funeral Home, with Mike Loftis officiating.  Burial will follow at...

Feb 9, 2026

Mrs. Jean Elizabeth DuBose, age 94, of Vernon, AL, passed away Monday, February 9, 2026.

Born April 14, 1931, in Amory, MS, to the late Jasper and Nettie Corbett Yerby, Jean lived a long and beautiful life marked by devotion—to her Savior, to her family, and to her community.

She was married for 47 years to the love of her life, Edd...

Feb 5, 2026

Mrs. Ruby Lee Boman, age 83, of Vernon, AL, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026, at her residence.

Mrs. Boman was born October 12, 1942, in Gattman, MS, to the late Lee B. and Virgie White.  She was a housewife, and was also preceded in death by her granddaughter, Tiffany Boman, and two brothers, William White and Jody White.

There will be...

Jan 31, 2026

Ms. Loventrice Crossley, age 77, of Vernon, AL, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, at her residence.

Ms. Crossley was born January 10, 1949, to the late Willie Aubrey and Eva Mae Simpson. She was a seamstress and worked the paper route for years. Mrs. Crossley loved and lived for the Lord. She was an avid animal lover and would feed...

Jan 18, 2026

Mr. Mikey Wade Lollar, age 73, of Vernon, AL, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026, at his residence.

Mr. Lollar was born May 24, 1952, in Columbus, MS, to the late Gayner and Verdeal Lollar.  He was a painter and was married to the late Dianne Lollar.  He was also preceded in death by one sister, Sandy Cook, and one brother,...

Jan 13, 2026

William Max Turner was born on February 25, 1941, and spent his life in Vernon, AL.  He entered into eternal rest on January 13, 2026, stepping into the presence of his Lord and Savior after a life marked by faith, service, and love.

For more than 60 years, Max was a business owner and a proud member of his community--a man...

Jan 11, 2026

Carolyn Finch Reeves was born to Jefferson Cameron and Rama Boman Finch on January 13, 1934, and died January 11, 2026, two days short of her 92nd birthday.

She had two brothers, Roland Ray Finch and Jefferson Ross Finch.  Her parents and brothers preceded her in death.

Carolyn grew up in the Mt. Pisgah community, not far from Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church.

Carolyn...

Jan 5, 2026

Ms. Katherene Renee Stripling, age 52, of Vernon, AL, passed away Monday, January 5, 2026, at her residence. 

Ms. Stripling was born July 6, 1973, in Guin, AL, to the late Joe Wayne and Patricia Gail Smith.

Survivors include one son, Kyle Stripling; three daughters, Brittney Stripling, Brianna Martin, and Paige Tidwell; and one sister, Carla Smith.

Dec 31, 2025

Mrs. Gloria Banks Brock, age 80, of Millport, AL and formerly of Vernon, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at her residence.

Mrs. Brock was born June 27, 1945, to the late Charlie and Elna Parker. She was a homemaker and was married to the late Byrum Brock. She was also preceded in death by seven brothers, Lee Parker, Lester Parker,...

Dec 29, 2025

Mrs. Carolyn June McCulley, age 87, of Vernon, AL, passed away Monday, December 29, 2025, at her residence.

Mrs. McCulley was born February 13, 1938, in Adamsville, AL, to the late Harry and Emily Cruce.  She was married to the late Donald McCulley and was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.  She attended Oak Ridge Baptist Church and was a loyal...

Dec 12, 2025

Mr. Kerry Lee Cockerham, age 64, of Vernon, AL, passed away Friday, December 12, 2025, at his residence.

Mr. Cockerham was born June 16, 1961, in Cheyenne, WY, to the late Frank Cockerham and Carolyn Cockerham.  He served in the U.S. Navy, and was the best welder and pipefitter.  

There will be a graveside service Saturday, December 20, at 2:00 PM,...

Dec 3, 2025

Ms. Lee Anne Montgomery, age 64, of Gardendale, AL, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at her residence.

Lee Anne Montgomery was born on July 31, 1961, in Vernon, AL, to the late Paul Young, Sr. and Anne Young.  She dedicated her life to caring for others and served faithfully as a Chief Nursing Officer, along with...

Nov 30, 2025

Mr. James David Edwards, age 63, of Vernon, AL, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2025, at his residence.

Mr. Edwards was born on August 24, 1962, in Caledonia, MS, to the late K.G. Edwards and Lucille Hall.  He loved his family and playing with his grandchildren.  He was also preceded in death by his step-father, John Hall,...

Nov 29, 2025

Mrs. Mary Ann Teel, age 68, of Vernon, AL, passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus.

Mrs. Teel was born June 30, 1957, to the late Glenn and Marvella (Ross) Jones.  She was the director of the Christian Child Daycare, and was married to the late Don Teel.

A memorial...