Dec 28, 2021

Betty Jo Pickens, aged 85, a lifelong resident of Florence, Alabama passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 28, 2021. Betty Jo was preceded in death by Carl, her husband of 56 years, her daughter, Cynthia Gay, her six brothers and two sisters. She is survived by her daughter Glynis Balentine; sons, Carl ``Chip", David, George and Joey; daughter in...

Dec 27, 2021

A feisty, strong-willed woman who doted on her family and took care of everyone in her life, Sandra Gruhlke passed away on December 27, 2021.

Later in life, Sandra became "Nana" to all she encountered; her loving heart encouraged her to adopt all manner of wayward people. She adored her own grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and...

Dec 25, 2021

William Leonard Slattery, 85, of Florence died Saturday, December 25, 2021, at North Alabama Medical Center.

No services will be held fulfilling Mr. Slattery wishes.

Dec 22, 2021

William Gregory Jones, 61, of Sheffield died Wednesday, December 22, 2021, at Helen Keller Hospital.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Elkins Funeral Home and will be private.

Dec 21, 2021

Alma Ruth Rice

1924-2021

Alma Ruth Rice 97, of Sheffield passed away Tuesday 12/21/2021. Graveside services will be held Wednesday12/29/2021, 2 PM, at Walston

Cemetery with Pastor Scott Coats officiating.  Elkins Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Miss Rice was a native of Florence, Alabama. She was a graduate of Central...

Dec 19, 2021

Daniel Overton, 54, of Florence died Sunday, December 19, 2021, at his residence.

Visitation will be Wednesday, December 22, 2021, 12-2 PM at Elkins East Chapel.  Funeral services will follow at 2 PM in the chapel with Rev. Greg Daniel and Rev. Lowranzy Overton officiating.  Burial will be at Tri-Cities Memorial Gardens.

Daniel was an...

Dec 19, 2021

Trenton Lynn Fountain, 5 months, of Rogersville, AL passed away on Sunday, December 19, 2021.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, Dec 23, 2021 from 1-2:00 pm. at Elkins East Chapel.  The funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Larry Hill officiating.  Burial will be in North Carolina Cemetery.

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Dec 16, 2021

Jerry Grigsby, 82, of Killen died Thursday, December 16, 2021, at his residence.

Visitation will be Monday, December 20, 2021, 12-1 PM at North Carolina Church of Christ.  Funeral services will follow at 1 PM with Bro. Tim Grigsby officiating.  Burial will be at North Carolina Cemetery.  Elkins East Chapel is assisting the family.

Mr....

Dec 14, 2021

W. D. Spencer, 85, of Florence died Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at his daughter's residence in Mississippi.

Visitation will be Saturday, December 18, 2021, 11 AM-2 PM at Elkins Funeral Home.  Funeral services will follow at 2 PM in the chapel with Brother Ben Cook officiating.  Burial will be at Greenview Memorial Park.

Mr. Spencer...

Dec 13, 2021

Barbara Coats (Skipworth), 70 of Florence, AL passed away on Monday, December 13th, 2021. Family and close friends will gather Saturday, December 18th at 1 P.M. with a celebration of her life beginning at 2 P.M. The celebration will be held at Florence Bible Church, 2301 North Wood Avenue Florence, AL 35630. She was preceded in death by her...