Sep 16, 2025

Ronald Edward Smith passed away September 16, 2025 at NAMC in Florence. He was born in Florence at Starkey's (ECM at the time).. He was a lifelong member of Sherrod Avenue Church of Christ, an Eagle Scout and member of Order of the Arrow, a 1956 graduate of Coffee High School and attended Florence State Teachers College (UNA). He...

Sep 16, 2025

Mr. James H. Garner, age 78 of Loretto, passed away on September 16, 2025 surrounded by his family. A visitation will be held on Monday, September 22 at Elkins Funeral Home in Florence from 11-12. Funeral services will immediately follow visitation and will begin at 12. The burial will be held at Tri-Cities Memorial Gardens.

Mr. Garner...

Sep 15, 2025

Linda Lou Harris left this walk of life on September 15, 2025. She was the kindest soul and touched the lives of so many. You would not leave her room without hearing "I love you," and she meant every word. She will be missed by all whom had the pleasure to meet her.

Linda was a member...

Sep 10, 2025

Mr. Donald Brusse Clark, age 72 of Florence, passed away at his home surrounded by family on September 10, 2025. Elkins Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Don was born in Nashville, TN, where he attended and graduated from John Overton Highschool and David Lipscomb University. In his youth he spent much of his time in the...

Sep 10, 2025

Janice Tidwell, 91, of Killen died Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at her residence.

Visitation will be on Saturday, September 13, 2025, 11 AM to 1 PM at Elkins East Chapel. Funeral service will follow in the chapel with Stan Pruitt and David McKelvey will be officiating. The burial will be at Tri-Cities Memorial Gardens.

Mrs....

Sep 8, 2025

Ms. Amanda Wilde, age 73 of Florence, passed away at her home surrounded by her friends and family on September 8, 2025. Elkins Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Everyone who knew Amanda knows that she had a servant heart and did everything with excellence. When opportunities arose to serve, she rose to the occasion. She worked...

Sep 6, 2025

Ms. Mable "Bitsy" Walczykowski, age 75 of Killen, passed away on September 6, 2025.

"Bitsy" was an avid animal lover and supporter of the ASPCA. She loved walking and enjoying time outdoors, whether it be by the water or simply enjoying the sunshine. She also enjoyed reading, putting puzzles together, and spending time with her beloved dog,...

Sep 5, 2025

Bryan William Libell, born July 4, 1953, in Erie, PA, passed away peacefully at his home in Florence, AL, on September 5, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Lynn Mills Libell; his son, Mark Libell and wife Carrie of Alexandria, VA; his son, Adam Libell of Florence, AL; his sister,...

Sep 4, 2025

Jimmy Roy Gowan, 77, of Cherokee, died Thursday, September 4, 2025, at NAMC.

Visitation will be Monday, September 8, 2025, 12-1 PM at Elkins East Chapel. Funeral service will follow in the chapel.

Mr. Gowan was a Boiler Maker. He was a lover of Christ and a faithful follower. He loved fishing and the outdoors....

Sep 3, 2025

ELGIN — Doris Barringer, 93, of Elgin went to be with the Lord on September 3, 2025.

Doris was born on April 28, 1932, to the late George and Frona Davis in the Elgin community.  She spent her life there raising her family with her husband of 72 years, GE Barringer.

She was such a...