Mr. Michael Thomas Smith
Funeral services for Mr. Michael Smith, age 32, who died Friday January 4, 2002 as a result of an automobile accident, will be held Monday January 7, 2002 at 2 P.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Rev. Joe Durham officiating. Burial will follow in Concord Cemetery. Mr. Smith was a native of Madison County, AL and the owner of Michael's Drywall. Survivors include his wife Lisa Smith, daughter Heather Leise Smith, and son Matthew Thomas Smith all of Meridianville, AL, sister Dena Smith Goodwin of Hazel Green, AL, niece Jessica Goodwin and grandparents J.W. & Jo Sharp of Atlanta, GA. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Jerry & Janice Smith. Visitation will be Sunday from 5 P.M. until 9 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mrs. Edna Finley
Memorial services for Mrs. Edna Finley, age 63, who died Friday January 4, 2002 at the Huntsville Hospital, will be held Sunday January 6, 2002 at 2 P.M. at the Elkmont Church of God of Prophesy with Rev. Herman Thompson officiating. Mrs. Finley was a native of Madison County, AL, and a Machine operator for the H.D. Lee Company. Survivors include daughter Debbie Wales of Elkmont, AL, sons Billy E. Raines of Meridianville, AL, Clayton H. Finley of Ohatchee, AL, Michael W. Finley of Pearl River, LA, Timothy W. Finley Fultondale, AL, and Donald R. Finley of Kelso, TN, sisters Amy Brown of Decatur, AL, Libby Smith of Athens, AL, and Ruby Sharp of New Market, AL, brother James Raines of Huntsville, AL, 15 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Joann Shores
Funeral services for Mrs. Joann Shores, age 60, who died Tuesday January 8, 2002 at her home, will be held Friday January 11, 2002 at 1 P.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Stone officiating. Burial will follow in Locust Grove Cemetery. Mrs. Shores was a native of Madison County, AL, a housewife, and a member of Home Mission Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband Roy J. Shores of New Market, AL, daughter Samantha Vann of Ryland, AL, sons James Shores, Audrey Dean Shores, and Donald Wayne Shores all of New Market, AL, sisters Mildred Brown of New Market, AL, Marie Anderson of New Market, AL, and Evelyn Boles of Gurley, AL, brother Howard Edwards, Jr. of Gurley, AL, 4 step-grandchildren and 4 step-great grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday from 6 P.M. until 9 P.m. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mr. Terry Lynn Sparks
Funeral services for Mr. Terry Lynn Sparks, age 40, who died Monday, July 1, 2002 at Huntsville Hospital, will be held Wednesday, July 3, 2002 at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Sister Glenis Sanders officiating. Burial will follow in New Sharon Cemetery. Mr. Sparks was a native of Madison County and a carpenter. Survivors include his father Kenneth Sparks, mother Dorothy Neeley Sparks, daughter Stephanie Lynn Sparks, sister Lisa Carol Maples, brother Ronald Dwayne Sparks all of Hazel Green, AL, nieces Kelly Clements, Stacy Maples, Courtney Sparks, Nichole Sparks, nephew Eric Maples and grandchildren Kristen Wardell and Sierra Wardell. Visitation will be Tuesday from 6 P.M. until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mrs. Areva 'Nadine' Mullins
Funeral services for Mrs. Areva 'Nadine' Mullins, age 71, who died Wednesday, July 17, 2002 at Huntsville Hospital Main, will be held Friday, July 19, 2002 at 11:00 A.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Rev. Joel Carwile officiating. Burial will follow in Margerum Methodist Cemetery. Mrs. Mullins was a native of Madison County, a housewife and a member of Margerum Methodist Church. Survivors include daughter Elaine Becker of Marrietta, GA, sons David Hayes of Meridianville, AL, Donald Hayes of Cherokee, AL, sisters Earlene Stewart, Ozella Kendrick both of Huntsville, AL, brothers J.C. Patterson, Lowell Patterson, Orris Patterson, Dickey Patterson all of Hazel Green, AL, 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday from 5 P.M. until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mrs. 'Sylvia' Estelle Trentham
Funeral services for Mrs. 'Sylvia' Estelle Trentham, age 86, who died Saturday, July 20, 2002 at her residence, will be held Monday, July 22, 2002 at 1:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Ron Little officiating. Burial will follow in Charity Cemetery. Mrs. Trentham was a native of Madison County, an artist and a member of Shiloh Church of Christ. Survivors include daughter and son-in-law Delores and Charles Whorley of Nashville, TN, 3 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Visitation will be Sunday from 5 P.M. until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mrs. Lucille Johnson Tate
Funeral services for Mrs. Lucille Johnson Tate, age 86, who died Wednesday, January 1, 2003 at Huntsville Hospital Main, will be held Saturday, January 4, 2003 at 1:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Bill Phillips officiating. Burial will follow in Concord Cemetery. Mrs. Tate was a native of Madison County, a housewife and a member of Memorial Parkway Church of Christ. Survivors include her daughter Marvolene Clark of Huntsville, AL, son Kenneth Wayne Tate of Huntland, TN, sisters Myrtle Shores, Grace Sharp, Nell Southard, Jean Sharp, Mildred Fitch, grandchildren Rhonda Clark of Huntsville, AL, Kenneth Wayne Tate, Jr. of Atlanta, GA, Rodney Tate of Huntsville, AL, Kim Carter of Meridianville, AL, great grandchildren Austin & Cynthia Carter, special loved ones Jeff Harris, Julie Nay, John Taylor, Brandie Beard and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday evening from 5 until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mr. Johnny Ray Sharp
Funeral services for Mr. Johnny Ray Sharp, age 53, who died Friday, January 3, 2003 at his residence, will be held Saturday, January 4, 2003 at 3:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Sis. Faye Harwell and Rev. Robert Sharp officiating. Burial will follow in Concord Cemetery. Mr. Sharp was a native of Madison County and a painter. Survivors include his son Shawn Sharp of Chicago, IL, grandson Josh Sharp of Chicago, IL, father Charles Marvin & Linda Sharp of Albertville, AL, mother Euna & Ken Bullington of New Market, AL, sisters Diane & Phillip Campbell of Hazel Green, AL, Barbara Sharp & Corinne Sharp both of France, brothers Ricky Don & Mary Ann Sharp of New Market, AL, Terry & Eileen McElyea of Huntsville, AL and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday evening from 5 until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mrs. Juanita White Lasater
Funeral services for Mrs. Juanita White Lasater, age 92, who died Friday, January 3, 2003 at her residence, will be held Sunday, January 5, 2003 at 3:00 P.M. at the Hazel Green United Methodist Church with Rev. Jim Stringfellow and Rev. Jeff Havens officiating. Burial will follow in Charity Cemetery. Mrs. Lasater was a native of Cash Point, TN, a housewife and a member of the Hazel Green United Methodist Church. Survivors include her daughters Hilda Linton of Goshen, AL, Ann Baugh of Toney, AL, Mary Summerlin of Huntsville, AL, sons Joe Lasater and Carroll Lasater both of Hazel Green, AL, 13 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Visitation will be Sunday from 1 until 3 P.M. at the Hazel Green United Methodist Church. Family has requested in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the Hazel Green United Methodist Church building fund.

Mrs. Birdie Mae Manley
Funeral services for Mrs. Birdie Mae Manley, age 94, who died Wednesday, January 8, 2003 at her residence, will be held Saturday, January 11, 2003 at 1:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Rev. Carey Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Bevills Chapel Cemetery. Mrs. Manley was a native of Lincoln County, TN, resident of Presbyterian Apartments for 25 years, a housewife, a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 176 and a member of the Methodist Church. Survivors include her daughter Doris Camper of Huntsville, AL, sister Pauline Throneberry of Fayetteville, TN, 7 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and several great-great grandchildren. She as preceded in death by her husband Finis Walker Manley in 1976, daughter Louise Gregory in 1997, son John Manley in 1998, 2 sisters Lena & Lucille Satterfield, 2 brothers J.B. Satterfield and Clifton Satterfield. Visitation will be Friday evening from 5 until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mr. Kenneth Charles 'Copper' Hopkins
Funeral services for Mr. Kenneth Charles 'Copper' Hopkins, age 70, who died Sunday, January 12, 2003 at Crestwood Medical Center, will be held Tuesday, January 14, 2003 at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Rev. Charles Marable officiating. Burial will follow in Golightly Cemetery with military honors. Mr. Hopkins was a native of Madison County, a heavy equipment operator for Alabama Conservation Department, a veteran Sergeant in the Korean War and a member of the Baptist Church. Survivors include Wilma Jean Hopkins of Hazel Green, AL, daughters Wanda Quillen of Houston, TX, Anita Marie Eller of Cullman, AL, Leata Williams of Hazel Green, AL, son Rodger Hopkins of New Market, AL, Rachel Carden of Hollytree, AL, Patricia Nickelson of Toney, AL, brothers Allen Hopkins, Vernon Hopkins both of Hazel Green, AL, Jerry Hopkins of Toney, AL, 10 Grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Visitation will be Monday evening from 5 until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mr. David 'Tack' Rozell
Funeral services for Mr. David 'Tack' Rozell, age 78, who died Thursday, January 16, 2003 at his residence, will be held Saturday, January 18, 2003 at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Rev. Arnie Elliff officiating. Burial will follow in Briar Fork Cemetery. Mr. Rozell was a native of Madison County and a farmer. He is survived by his wife Evelyn Rozell of Hazel Green, AL; son Dickey & Barbara Rozell of Huntsville, AL, grandchildren Chris Rozell & Crystal Rozell both of Huntsville, AL, Sisters Louise Dugan, Ovie Stafford both of Hazel Green, AL and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday evening from 5 until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mr. Dexter Canada
Services for Mr. Dexter Canada, age 54, of Hazel Green, AL, who died Monday, January 20, 2003 at Huntsville Hospital, will be held Thursday, January 23, 2003 at 3:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Rev. Benny Berry and Steve Edge officiating. Mr. Canada was a native of Pike Co., Kentucky, a pharmaceutical salesman, an Air Force veteran, a member of the VFW Post # 2702 and a member of the American Indian Museum and Archeology Society. Survivors include his wife Janese Canada of Hazel Green, AL; 3 daughters: Brook Nicole Canada of Hazel Green, AL, Barbara Haley of Upland, IN, Michelle Jennings of Birmingham, AL; 4 grandchildren: Emma, Mollie, Coleman, Adara; 2 half-sisters: Gail Deskins of Lexington, KY, Barb Leavell of Cleveland, OH; 1 half-brother: James Roberts of Cleveland, OH. Visitation will be at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday before the service. The family request that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the American Indian Museum, 2003 Poole Dr., Huntsville, AL 35810, (256) 851-7241.

Mrs. Margaret Marie Weedman
Funeral services for Mrs. Margaret Marie Weedman, age 75, of Toney, AL, who died Wednesday, January 22, 2003 at West Side Health Care, will be held Friday, January 24, 2003 at the graveside in Madison Cross Roads Cemetery with Rev. Larry Fincher officiating. Mrs. Weedman was a native of Columbus, GA, a housewife and a member of the Baptist Church. Survivors include 1 daughter: Yolanda Weedman of Decatur, AL; 1 son: Ricky E. Weedman of toney, AL; 1 sister: Bernie Mae Cagle of Huntsville, AL; 2 brothers: Leroy Gibson, Claude Gibson both of Toney, AL; 4 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Susan Elizabeth Milam
Funeral services for Mrs. Susan Elizabeth Milam, age 52, of Hazel Green, AL, who died Monday, January 27, 2003 at her residence, will be held Wednesday, January 29, 2003 at the First Baptist Church of Meridianville with Dr. Tommy Bolan and Rev. Grady Kilpatrick officiating. Burial will follow in Charity Cemetery. Mrs. Milam was a native of Madison County, daughter of Mrs. Wayne Elizabeth Patterson Milam Bates and the late Robert Clayton Milam, Sr., a receptionist for Madison Family Practice and a member of the First Baptist Church of Meridianville. Survivors include 3 daughters: Connie Tomlin Cowan, Amanda Rose Tomlin both of Hazel Green, AL, Stephanie Tomlin Bell of Toney, AL; grandchildren: Brennan Bell, Tanner Bell, Will Cowan; mother: Wayne Milam Bates of Huntsville, AL; 2 brothers: Robert C. Milam, Jr. of Hazel Green, AL, Randy D. Milam of Huntsville, AL. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 5 until 8 at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mr. James H. Walker
Funeral services for Mr. James H. Walker, age 59, of Warner Robins, GA, who died Tuesday, January 28, 2003, will be held Sunday, February 2, 2003 at 1:00 P.M. at Neeley Chapel Baptist Church with Rev. Frank Betterton officiating. Burial will follow in Taylor Cemetery. Mr. Walker was a native of Sturgis, MI, and a well driller. He was preceded in death by 1 son: John H. Walker and his father: John H. Walker. Survivors include 2 daughters: Laleta Robbins of Warner Robins, GA, Sheila Presson of Cunningham, KY; 1 son: James Walker of Roberta, GA; mother: Alma Seals Walker of New Market, AL; 7 sisters: Gail Kimbrough, Margaret Speck, Jean Jones, May Towery all of New Market, AL, Donna Perry of Huntsville, AL, Brenda Garner of Boaz, AL, Vicki Moody of Blountsville, AL; 3 brothers: Edward Walker of New Market, AL, Steve Walker of Virginia, Lloyd Walker of Florida and 6 grandchildren. Visitation will be Saturday evening from 5 until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mr. Steve Joiner
Funeral services for Mr. Steve Joiner, age 52, of Hazel Green, AL, who died Thursday, January 30, 2003 at his residence, will be held Saturday, February 1, 2003 at 1:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Rev. Charles Underwood officiating. Burial will follow in Elkwood Cemetery. Mr. Joiner was a native of Madison County, a pest control techinician, an Army veteran and a member of the Toney Holiness Church. Survivors include his wife: Linda Yeager Joiner of Hazel Green, AL; 2 daughters: Wendy R. Bennett of Hazel Green, AL, Beth Anne Hightower of Athens, AL; 1 son: Stephen C. Joiner, Jr. of Hawaii, 3 grandchildren: Ashley Buford, Adam Buford and Lauren Hightower; father: Thomas Joiner of Tyler, TX; mother: Susie Joiner Jennings of Huntsville, AL; 1 sister: Terri Carlton of Huntsville, AL; 2 brothers: Greg Jennings of Huntsville, AL, Mike Joiner of Tyler, TX. Visitation will be Friday evening from 5 until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mr. James Henry Simmons
Funeral services for Mr. James Henry Simmons, age 86, of Hazel Green, AL, who died Monday, February 3, 2003 at his residence, will be held Wednesday, February 5, 2003 at 1:00 P.M. at the Toney Holiness Church with Rev. Charles Underwood and Rev. David Jones officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Hill Cemetery. Mr. Simmons was a native of White County, TN, son of the late Buddy and Bessie Simmons, owner/operator of Simmons Hardware since 1965, elder member of the Toney Holiness Church. He was known for his honesty, integrity and willingness to help anyone who came along. He was preceded in death by 1 grandson: Eddie Arthur Simmons, Jr., 1 brother: Paul Simmons and 1 sister: Lizzie Drake. Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Daisy Walls Simmons, 5 children: Eddie Arthur & Joyce Simmons, Charles & Inez Simmons, Lawrence & Jane Simmons, Novella Simmons, Carl & Sandy Simmons, 10 grandchildren: Sherry Simmons, Carrie & Jimmy Sanders, Anthony Simmons, Denita & Stanley Stinnett, Derek & Deborah Simmons, Rebecca Simmons, Melissa Simmons, Michael & Teresa Simmons, Tim Simmons, Jennifer Simmons, 10 Great Grandchildren: Jamie & Melissa Sanders, Curtis & Alicia Sanders, Adrian Stinnett, Stacey & Bobby Domingue, Kristina & Nathan Jenkins, Roger Simmons, Andrew Stinnett, Aimee Simmons, Dakota Simmons, Devon Simmons, 3 Great-Great Grandchildren: Gabrielle Domingue, Wesley Sanders, Will Sanders, 1 brother: Willis 'Buddy Jr.' Simmons, 4 sisters: Maudie Mae Odell, Ora Bell Bray, Bernice Medlen, Marie Vickers, 1 sister-in-law: Catherine Simmons and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 4 until 9 P.M. and Wednesday morning from 10A.M. until 1 P.M. at the Toney Holiness Church with Gallant Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Kenneth Ray 'Duke' Whorthey, Sr.
Graveside Services for Mr. Kenneth Ray 'Duke' Worthey, Sr., age 56, of New Hope, AL, who died Tuesday, February 11, 2003 at his residence will be held Friday, February 14, 2003 at 2:00 P.M. at Charity Cemetery with Danny Gulley officiating. Mr. Worthey was a native of Madison County and a brick layer. Survivors include Jean & Eddie Metcalf of Lynchburg, TN; 1 daughter: Jeannie Worthey of Lynchburg, TN; 2 sons: Kenneth Ray Worthey, Jr. of Toney, AL, Mikie Worthey of New Hope, AL; 3 sisters: Lucy Ann Worthey of Harvest, AL, Sandy Knighten of Athens, AL, Marjorie Faye Jarrett of Huntsville, AL; 1 brother: Michael Wayne Worthey of Huntsville, AL; 2 nieces: Holly Creque of Laceys Springs, AL, Tammy Jean Creque of Huntsville, AL; 1 nephew: Jerry Wayne Creque, Jr.; 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchild. Visitation will be Friday from 10 A.M. until 1 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mr. J.D. Christopher
Funeral services for Mr. J.D. Christopher, age 83, of Meridianville, AL, who died Friday, February 14, 2003 at Huntsville Hospital Main ER, will be held Monday, February 17, 2003 at 11:00 A.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Steve Hale officiating. Burial will follow in Stateline Cemetery. Mr. Christopher was a native of Lincoln County, TN, a sign erector, a WWII Army Veteran and a member of the Disabled American Veterans. Survivors include his wife: Billie Christopher of Meridianville, AL; 1 daughter: Linda Christopher of New Market, AL; 1 son: Danny Christopher of Meridianville, AL; 1 sister: Zana Steele of Hazel Green, AL; 1 brother: Jerry W. Christopher of Meridianville, AL; 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Visitation will be Sunday evening from 5 until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mrs. Ruth Tanner Moss
Funeral services for Mrs. Ruth Tanner Moss, age 87, of Hazel Green, who died Tuesday, February 18, 2003 in Hazel Green, will be held Thursday, February 20, 2003 at 11:00 A.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Rev. Eddie Lones officiating. Burial will follow in Charity Cemetery. Mrs. Moss was a native of Madison County, a housewife, a member of Stateline United Methodist Church and attended the New Sharon Senior Citizens Center. She was preceded in death by her husband: Clint Roosevelt Moss and 1 daughter: Ann Ratley. Survivors include 6 daughters: Maxie Goodwin of Hazel Green, AL, Jean Ratley and Evelyn Huggins both of Toney, AL, Karen Gipson of Madison, AL, Donna Hartman of Meridianville, AL, Margie Newell of Birmingham, AL; 3 sons: Doug Moss of Madison, AL, George Moss of Laceys Spring, AL, Rex Moss of Fayetteville, TN; 1 sister: Wilma Henkle of Taft, TN; 2 brothers: Harlan Tanner of Fayetteville, TN, John Tanner of Lebanon, TN; 25 grandchildren, several great grandchildren and several great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 5 until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mr. Marvin Walker Wilbanks, Sr.
Funeral services for Mr. Marvin Walker Wilbanks, Sr., age 80, who died Thursday, February 20, 2003 at Huntsville Hospital, will be held Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Stateline Cemetery. Mr. Wilbanks was a native of Madison County. Survivors include his wife: Annie B. Wilbanks of Hazel Green, AL; 5 daughters: Elizabeth Turk of New Market, AL, Martha Sue Moss of Toney, AL, Judy Barnes of Hazel Green, AL, Betty Law of Morgan City, AL, Darlene Stinnett of Huntsville, AL; 6 sons: Marvin Wilbanks, Jr. of Hazel Green, AL, Michael Wilbanks of Fayetteville, TN, Jackie Thomas Wilbanks of Harvest, AL, Johnny Ray Wilbanks of Hazel Green, AL, Jeffery Scott Wilbanks & Robert Anthony Wilbanks both of Toney, AL; 2 brothers: Grady Wilbanks of Gurley, AL, Oscar Wilbanks of Fayetteville, TN; 32 Grandchildren and 27 Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be Saturday evening from 5 until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.

Mr. Willie 'Buddy' Greenlee
Funeral services for Mr. Willie 'Buddy' Greenlee, age 62, of Toney, AL, who died Thursday, February 20, 2003 at Huntsville Hospital, will be conducted Sunday, February 23, 2003 at 11:00 A.M. in the chapel of the Gallant Funeral Home with Rv. Tony Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in Charity Cemetery. Mr. Greenlee was a native of Grundy Co., TN, a fireman for Huntsville Fire Dept. for 13 years, a skilled mason, he built the fireman training center and fireman lodge on Jordan Lane. Survivors include his wife: Doris Greenlee of Toney, AL; sons: Jimmy Greenlee of Huntsville, AL, Jeffery Greenlee of Huntsville, AL, Jeremy Greenlee of Toney, AL, Joby Greenlee of Toney, AL; daughter: Julie Jean of Huntsville, AL; step-children: Ricky Roberson, Susan Waldrop both of South Carolina, Ellis Cunningham of Huntsville, AL, Mitzi Cox of Hazel Green, AL, Deborah Scott of Athens, AL, Lee Cunningham of Toney, AL; sister: Francis Murry of Murfreesboro, TN, Shelby Greenlee of Hazel Green, AL, Mary Long & Anita Troxwell both of Huntsville, AL; 18 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Saturday evening from 5 until 8 P.M. at the Gallant Funeral Home.