Obituary: Helen Brown Freeman
Helen Brown Freeman, born May 26, 1933 in Cullman, Alabama and passed away peacefully on her 86th birthday in Cullman, Alabama.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Talmadge and Emma Nix; husband, Ranie Brown; one son, Keith Brown, two sisters, Fay (Frank) Hanson,...
Obituary: Barbara Ann Harris
Barbara Ann Harris of Hanceville, Alabama passed away May 25, 2019 at the age of 78.
She was born March 4, 1941 in Cullman to James Hoyt and Marie Tucker Tubbs.
She was retired from the United States Department of Agriculture and she was also the...
Obituary: Jackie Dean Hale
Jackie Dean Hale of Vinemont passed away peacefully May 24, 2019 at the age of 85 surrounded by his family and friends.
He was born July 12, 1933 to Eddieth Carl Hale and Lillie White Hale. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers...
(Update) Troopers release name of 12-year-old victim in Smith Lake boating accident
CULLMAN, Ala. - Marine Patrol Troopers Sunday afternoon released the name of the 12-year-old victim in Saturday's tragic boating accident on Smith Lake.
Patrol Commander Capt. Gary Buchanan issued the following statement to media statewide:
"ALEA Marine Patrol Troopers continue to investigate Saturday’s boat crash that...
Local sites offering free meals for kids this summer
CULLMAN, Ala. - For the last few years, several entities across Cullman County have participated in a federally-funded program to ensure that children and teens 18 and younger who might face food insecurity can have access to nutritious meals through their summer break from...
‘What does Memorial Day mean to you?’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Members of Cullman's Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2214 - as well as civilian volunteers, including 30 fifth graders from Vinemont Elementary School - set out American flags at the graves of veterans in Cullman City Cemetery Thursday, ahead of Memorial...
Obituary: Paul Richard Wilson
Paul Richard Wilson, 72, of Duncanville, Alabama, formerly of Haleyville, entered into rest on May 25, 2019.
Mr. Wilson was born on Dec. 26, 1946. Paul served in the United State Army and did 2 tours during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed playing pool and...
Obituary: Martha Carolyn Echols
Martha Carolyn Echols, 75, of Cullman, formerly of Sardis Community, passed away on May 25, 2019 surrounded by her family.
She was born on Sept. 1, 1943 in Winston County. Martha was a member of Sardis #2 Baptist Church for 50 years.
Visitation will be held...
Obituary: Mary Joyce Netherton
Mary Joyce Netherton, 68, of Cullman, entered into rest Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Cullman Regional Medical Center.
She was born Jan. 24, 1951 to Lee and Viola Trussell. "Joyce" attended New Life Assembly in Cullman.
Visitation will be Monday, May 27, 2019 from 10-11 a.m....
Obituary: Charles Howell
Charles E. Howell, 88, of Vinemont, left his earthly life and entered his eternal home with his Lord and Savior on Friday, May 24, at Woodland Village HealthCare Center following a long struggle caused by a stroke suffered in October 2018.
He was preceded in...
12-year-old boy killed on Smith Lake
LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2019/05/26/update-troopers-release-name-of-12-year-old-victim-in-smith-lake-boating-accident/
Updated 5-25-19 10:16 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - A 12-year-old boy was killed in a boating accident on Smith Lake early Saturday evening. The incident happened near Goat Island.
Cullman County Coroner Jeremy L. Kilpatick confirmed the fatality.
The Alabama Marine Patrol (AMP) Division of the Alabama...
Mental health bill sponsored by Gudger, Shedd passes Legislature, goes to Ivey
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Legislature on Thursday passed a bill that would allow people who have been temporarily committed for mental health reasons to be kept for further care, even after the expiration of their court-ordered commitments, under certain conditions. The bill was...
Obituary: Sherrie Kaye Partain Townsend
Sherrie Kaye Partain Townsend, 53, of Oneonta, AL, was born May 19, 1966 and passed away May 22, 2019. The family will have a memorial service at a later date and time.
Lemley Funeral Home and Crematory directing.
Obituary: Larry Ray Shamblee
Funeral services for Mr. Larry Ray Shamblee, of Hanceville, Alabama will be Sunday, May 26, 2019 at 2 p.m. at the Hanceville Funeral Home Chapel. Sister Emily Sparks will officiate. Visitation will be Saturday May 25, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home....
Obituary: James Richard Donaldson
James Richard Donaldson, 69, of Cullman, entered into the presence of our Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 23, 2019. He was born Nov. 19, 1949 to Hobert and Lazette Crawford Donaldson.
Mr. Donaldson was a coal miner by trade and worked for Drummond Company...
Obituary: Wanda Nell Sams
Funeral services for Wanda Nell Sams, 78, of Vinemont are Monday, May 27, 2019 at 10 a.m. at Cullman Funeral Home, Bro. Delwin Kilgo officiating, with interment in Fairview West Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 5-8 p.m.
Cullman Funeral Home directing.
Mrs....
Obituary: Cecilia Bavar
It is with great sadness that the family of Cecilia Claudette Bavar of Cullman, AL announces her passing on May 24, 2019 at the age of 59 from her battle with cancer.
Mrs. Bavar was preceded in death by her parents Claude and Pauline Rhoades...
Milton Wilder named Rotarian of the Year
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Rotary Club recently named Milton Wilder Rotarian of the Year.
“We are so proud of Milton Wilder, Cullman Rotary Club Rotarian of the Year. He enjoyed this day with his family, J.B., Sarah, Eliza, and Jake. Congratulations on a well-deserved...
Arrests and incidents reported May 24, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 24, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 21
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Hwy. 157;...
Crane Hill husband and wife plead guilty to payroll tax fraud
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - A Crane Hill couple pleaded guilty Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama to failing to pay over employment taxes to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), announced Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Richard E. Zuckerman of...
Obituary: Edward “Eddy” Baker
Edward "Eddy" Baker, 60 of Arley, entered into rest on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Walker Baptist Medical Center in Jasper, Alabama.
Mr. Baker was born on Dec. 3, 1958 in Cullman, Alabama. He enjoyed playing the guitar and singing.
Visitation will be on Saturday,...
Obituary: Mary Elizabeth Killen Cobb
Mary Elizabeth Killen Cobb, 91, of Double Springs, entered into rest on May 22, 2019 at Hendrix Health and Rehab Center.
Mary was born on April 10, 1928 in Double Springs, Alabama. Mary attended Mt. Carmel Baptist Church for 12 years. She was a member...
Obituary: Wynelle Gober Graves
Wynelle Gober Graves, 90, was born July 22, 1928 and passed away May 23, 2019.
Visitation will be Saturday, May 25 from 10-11 a.m. at Moss Service Funeral Home chapel, with a Celebration of Life service following. Interment in Cullman City Cemetery.
Obituary: Charlie Ray Absher
Charlie Ray Absher, 76, of Hanceville, Alabama passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2019. He was born Aug. 26, 1942 to Wiley Ray and Annie P. Davis Absher.
Mr. Absher served as a firefighter in Birmingham, Alabama for 20 years. He was also the owner of...
Berlin purchasing 20 acres by community center
BERLIN, Ala. - The Berlin Town Council had a heavy discussion on a property purchase and how to finance it during its May meeting this week.
In order to pay for the property, which is approximately 20 acres of land next to the Berlin Community...
West Point’s water and sewer system receives ‘excellent’ score
WEST POINT, Ala. - The West Point Town Council voted this week to help the West Point High School Future Farmers Association (FFA) with their upcoming Cattle and Sheep Show. The event will be held at the Cullman County Fairgrounds July 5-6. The council...
Arrests and incidents reported May 23, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 23, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsMay 20
theft of property; Hwy. 91
trespassing; Hwy. 31
menacing; Hwy. 67
theft of property; Hwy. 69...
Marchman raises concerns over Smith Lake Park pool
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Commissioner Garry Marchman at this week’s meeting voted no on approving the minutes of the Cullman County Commission’s previous meeting, causing Chairman Kenneth Walker to give the second yes vote needed to approve them. The difference in opinion pertained...
‘It’s important for people to remember the reason for the holiday and pay their respects.’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Memorial Day Weekend is only two days away, and it’s a time to remember and honor those who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. A short yet poignant ceremony is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday morning at Veterans...
Smith Lake Park Memorial Day Weekend Festival this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. – Smith Lake Park will host its annual Memorial Day Weekend Festival this Saturday, May 25 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission to the park and festival are free.
There will be live entertainment throughout the day, plus arts and crafts vendors, food vendors...
Garden City talks law enforcement, appoints new fire chief
GARDEN CITY, Ala. - Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and Terry Sanders of the Alabama League of Municipalities Loss Control Division spoke with the Garden City Town Council prior to this week’s meeting about the Town hiring a deputy or establishing its own police...
Obituary: Billy Durham
Billy Howard Durham, of Vinemont, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at the age of 82.
He is now reunited with his loved ones that preceded him in death, his parents: Bruce and Elvis Durham; wife, Glenda Maxine Durham; sister, Barbara Thompson and brothers:...
Obituary: Peggy Sue Goodlett
Graveside services for Peggy Sue Goodlett, 85, of Cullman will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Etha Baptist Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Goodlett passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at Cullman Regional. She was born June...
Obituary: William “Bill” Reno
William "Bill" Reno, 80, of Pinson, AL, was born April 9, 1939 and passed away May 20, 2019.
He is preceded in death by his son Randy Reno; parents Emory and Annie Biddle Reno and siblings Hollis Reno, Morty Reno and Betty Reno Lee.
Survivors include...
United Way honors the late Tim Collins at annual meeting
Updated 5-23-19 6:29 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. -The United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) celebrated 40 years in Cullman at its annual meeting Wednesday at Loft 212. Speakers gave highlights and talked about progress made over the past year at the many UWCC partner agencies and...
Honoring the fallen: U.S. flags to go up Thursday, Friday in city
CULLMAN, Ala. - As the country prepares to honor those who have lost their lives in military service this Memorial Day Weekend, the Cullman Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2214 continues its annual tradition of placing American flags in the Cullman City Cemetery and...
Gold Ridge Volunteer Fire Department celebrates 40th anniversary
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Gold Ridge Volunteer Fire Department and the surrounding community on Saturday came together to celebrate the department's fourth decade of service. The anniversary party featured free food, drawings for door prizes, a bounce house and train ride for the kids,...
Gov. Ivey announces auto supplier YKTA to create 650 jobs at Huntsville plant
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – Gov. Kay Ivey joined executives from auto supplier Y-tec Keylex Toyotetsu Alabama (YKTA) at a ceremony in Huntsville Wednesday to announce the company’s plans to invest $220 million to open a manufacturing facility that will create 650 jobs.
The YKT Alabama facility...
Arrests and incidents reported May 22, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 22, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 20
third-degree theft of property; USA Healthcare; Olive...
Cullman City School Board honors student achievements
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman City School Board Tuesday evening celebrated the successes of many of its students.
The first group honored was the CHS baseball team, which won the 2019 AHSAA 6A State Championship last weekend. It was the fifth state title for Cullman...
Emergency personnel talk Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. - According to leaders of Cullman area emergency response agencies, the city and county are about ready for Rock the South next week. When the music cranks up on May 31, around 190 law enforcement officers and at least 50 firefighters and...
Obituary: Stephen Andrews Foley
Steve Foley, 63, of Cullman, formerly of Selma, left his earthly life and entered his eternal home with his Lord and Savior Sunday, May 19 at Cullman Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Riley and Martha...
Obituary: Gerald Herman Neuman
Gerald Neuman, 79, of Hanceville was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven on Monday, May 20, 2019.
Services will be Wednesday, May 22. 2019. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. with services to follow at 2 p.m. at Hanceville Funeral Home. Burial will follow at...
Obituary: Sandra Jean Keef
Sandra Jean Keef, 74, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at UAB Hospital. She was born Tuesday, Nov. 14, 1944 to Alvin and Frieda Witkopf.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include her husband of 55 years, Kenneth Keef; sons, Mark Keef...
Obituary: Jearldine Ridgeway
Funeral services for Jearldine S. Ridgeway, 80, of Vinemont, will be at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Stanley Posey officiating; interment in Mt. Zion Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Ridgeway passed away...
Obituary: Violet Golden
Funeral services for Violet Lou Golden, 68, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Donald Smith officiating; interment in Cullman Memory Gardens.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Miss Golden passed away on...
Obituary: John Albert Bolzle
Memorial services will be held Sunday, May 26, 2019 for Mr. John Albert Bolzle.
Mr. Bolzle was born on Dec. 27, 1945 in Cullman, Alabama and died peacefully at Bayside Community Hospital in Anahuac, Texas, after an extended illness on May 19, 2019.
He was a...
Obituary: Lois Inez Monte
Memorial services for Lois Inez Monte, 98, of Hayden, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 26, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Dean Burtram officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Monte passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2019...
Obituary: Winford “Mac” McGukin
Funeral services for Winford McGukin, 90, of Cullman, will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home with Dr. David McGowan officiating; interment in Cullman City Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. McGukin passed away...
(Latest) Hundreds of animals die in fire near West Point
WEST POINT, Ala. - “It’s devastated us all,” the owner of a chicken house near West Point said as she watched what was left of the structure smolder Tuesday. Inside the structure are the remains of hundreds of animals including dogs, chickens, doves, rabbits...
Obituary: Ethel Kay Holland
It is with great sadness that the family of Ethel Kay Holland of Crane Hill, AL announces her sudden passing on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at the age of 67.
She is now reunited with her loved ones that preceded her in death, parents: Eugene...
Animal shelter fundraising sale draws big crowd
CULLMAN, Ala. – On Saturday morning, 11-year-old animal advocate Denna Chivers, along with her family and friends, filled almost half of the Seventh Street Baptist Church parking lot with items for her annual fundraising rummage sale to benefit the Cullman County Animal Shelter. Shopper...
Arrests and incidents reported May 21, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 21, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidentsMay 16
counterfeit $100s; State of Alabama; Hwy. 157
May...
(Update) ‘Hundreds’ of dogs, other animals killed in fire near West Point
LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2019/05/22/latest-hundreds-of-animals-die-in-fire-near-west-point/
UPDATE 1:01 p.m.: Animal Control says that number also includes rabbits, chickens and ducks.
WEST POINT, Ala. – A fire at a property along County Road 1223 near West Point at approximately 7:30 Tuesday morning destroyed a chicken house with hundreds of dogs...
Fire in West Point reportedly kills numerous animals
LATEST: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2019/05/22/latest-hundreds-of-animals-die-in-fire-near-west-point/
UPDATE 1:01 p.m.: Animal Control says that number also includes rabbits, chickens and ducks.
WEST POINT, Ala. – A fire at a property along County Road 1223 near West Point at approximately 7:30 Tuesday morning destroyed a chicken house with hundreds of dogs...
Cullman City Schools free summer feeding program June 3-July 26
CULLMAN, Ala. - For the fourth summer, Cullman City Schools will host a free feeding program for all kids ages 0-18. The program will begin June 3 and run through July 26 (closed July 4-5). Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Breakfast will be...
Gov. Ivey awards grant to expand road access in South Vinemont
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - A $60,000 Community Development Block Grant awarded by Gov. Kay Ivey will help the Town of South Vinemont improve the main access road to the new Shaddix Co. location which will create six jobs.
Read The Tribune's exclusive coverage of the Shaddix...
United Way of Cullman County celebrates 40 years
CULLMAN, Ala. - United Way of Cullman County (UWCC) is getting ready to celebrate its 40th anniversary.
“On May 23, 1979 a group of leaders came together to create a unified front to address the concerns they had for Cullman County. These 18 founding...
Congratulations to the Cullman County Child Development Center Class of 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Child Development Center (CDC) will hold its graduation ceremony for the Class of 2019 today, Tuesday, May 21, at 1 p.m. in the CDC gymnasium.
Said Principal Chris Chambers, “The CDC family would like to express our joy for...
Arrests and incidents reported May 20, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 20, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s
Office
Incidents
May 16
theft of property; Industrial Park Rd.trespassing; CR 1410domestic violence, robbery; CR 436unlawful possession of a...
2019 Cullman City & County Blood Drive
CULLMAN, Ala. – Join us for our annual Cullman City &
County Blood Drive on Friday, June 7, 2019, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Cullman City donation sites are Dick's Sporting Goods and
Wal-Mart North (on AL Highway 157), while Cullman County donation sites are...
Exotic pet expo returns to Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. – Exotic animal vendors from all over the
country gathered at the Cullman Civic Center Saturday morning to showcase their
animals and animal accessories.
More than 30 vendors from places like Michigan, Louisiana,
and Indiana, just to name a few, brought a wide assortment of...
Good Hope Class of ’69 holds 50-year reunion
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - The Good Hope High School Class of 1969, the first graduating class of Good Hope High School, celebrated its 50-year class reunion Thursday evening at Stone Bridge Farms.
The classmates enjoyed a nice dinner while reminiscing about their days as Good...
VHS’ Netherton, GMS’ Hood, WPES’ Taylor honored as Principal, Teachers of the Month
CULLMAN, Ala. - Representatives from Tony Serra Nissan and The Cullman Tribune on Thursday visited schools across the county with Cullman County Board of Education (CCBOE) central office administrators to meet the system’s Principal and Teachers of the Month, and present them the keys...
Trash Pandas the talk of Cullman Chamber’s May Community Luncheon
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce members on Friday were treated to a sneak peek of the progress made at the future home of the Rocket City Trash Panda’s in Madison. Emo Furfori, director of communication relations and corporate sponsorships for Ballcorps,...
Wallace State Dental Hygiene program graduates 27 students
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Twenty-seven students were recognized at a pinning ceremony on Thursday, May 9 for graduating from the Wallace State Community College Dental Hygiene program.
Dr. Sharon Alley, director of the Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting program, said two words came to mind when...
Hanceville approves funding for emergency communications equipment damaged by lightning
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - Hanceville City Hall was struck by lightning last Saturday, leading to emergency communications equipment being disabled. The Hanceville City Council held a special-called meeting Thursday to approve the funding needed to replace the equipment.
Hanceville Police Chief Bob Long explained, “If it...
Almost 100 graduate from Wallace State Nursing program
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - The Wallace State Community College Department of Nursing Education recognized almost 100 students on Thursday, May 9, during a pinning ceremony that also recognized award winners.
“We will celebrate this group’s accomplishments, which are many, and witness the passing of the light...
Arrests and incidents reported May 17, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on May 17, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 16
duty upon striking an unattended vehicle;...
Wallace State Respiratory Therapy program pins 37 graduates
HANCEVILLE, Ala. - More than 35 students graduated from the Wallace State Community College Respiratory Therapy program and were recognized at a special pinning ceremony on May 9.
Dr. Ken Crow, former chair of the Respiratory Therapy program, served as the guest speaker, addressing students...
Cullman County’s unemployment rate falls to 3%; Alabama’s at 3.8%
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – For the fourth month in a row, more people are working in Alabama than ever before. In April, preliminary estimates account for 2,139,379 people working, up by 32,335 from the same time a year ago, and up 6,739 from March.
The number...
Obituary: Tommie Lynn Goodwin
Tommie Lynn Goodwin, 68, was born on Nov. 26, 1950 and passed away on May 15, 2019.
She was born on Nov. 26, 1950 to Thomas C. and Ruby B. Hutchins Goodwin. Ms. Goodwin was a daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother along with being a...
Obituary: Lora Corene Higginbotham
Mrs. Lora Corene Higginbotham, 86, of Cullman, passed away Saturday, May 11, 2019 in the Cullman Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Higginbotham was born on May 2, 1933 in Russellville, AL to Luther and Gladys Bishop.
Lora was a graduate of Phil Campbell High School and...
Obituary: Clyde “Lewis” Deaver
Clyde "Lewis" Deaver, 63, of Locust Fork, AL, was born on July 18, 1955 in Alabama and passed away on May 15, 2019 at the TLC Nursing Center.
He graduated with the 1974 class at Locust Fork High School; he was an avid Alabama fan...
Obituary: Kenneth Clinton Mauldin
Kenneth Clinton Mauldin, 79, of Pinson, AL was born on July 25, 1939 and passed away on May 15, 2019.
Mr. Mauldin was a 1957 graduate of Woodlawn High School. He was involved with the Shriner's as a clown for many years. He was a...
Obituary: Erby Erick Barbee
Funeral services for Erby Erick Barbee, 67, of Hanceville, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 20, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Wesley Alldredge officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Barbee passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2019...
Obituary: Melba L. Kugler Rooks
Melba L. Kugler Rooks, 73, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at Cullman Regional. She was born Jan. 11, 1946 to C.G. and Dorothy Kugler.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jimmy Edward Rooks; and brother, Kenneth Kugler.
Survivors include her daughter,...
Obituary: Ruby Lanco “RL” Ard
Ruby Lanco “RL” Ard, 73, passed away on May 14, 2019 surrounded by family at his residence on Smith Lake in Cullman, Alabama. RL was born to Bishop Flemon Jacob Ard, Sr. and Edith Richardson Ard on Aug. 3, 1945 in Hemingway, SC.
RL was...
Arrests and incidents reported May 16, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 16, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeIncidentsMay 13
unlawful breaking and entering of a motor vehicle; CR 1245
criminal mischief, trespassing; Roland...
St. Bernard Prep honors students
CULLMAN, Ala. - High school students at St. Bernard Preparatory School gathered in the Fazi-Richard Athletic Center with friends and family to be recognized for their outstanding academic achievements during the 2018-19 academic year. Headmaster, Fr. Linus Klucarits, served as master of ceremonies, opening...
Vinemont Christian Academy’s 2019 commencement this Friday
VINEMONT, Ala. - Vinemont Christian Academy’s 2019 commencement will be Friday, May 17 at 7 p.m. The service will be in the sanctuary of Soul’s Harbor Free Will Baptist Church.
This year our graduate is Riley Johnson, son of Joseph and Brenda Johnson of Vinemont.
The...
Gudger praises Gov. Ivey for signing abortion ban
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman issued a statement Thursday praising Gov. Kay Ivey for signing House Bill 314 into law Wednesday.
Gudger's statement, in full:
“I appreciate Governor Ivey standing strong for life by signing House Bill 314 into law.
“I am a pro-life voice...
Hidden garden
CULLMAN, Ala. - With the start of summer comes warm weather and bright sunny days, giving the perfect weather conditions to enjoy some time outdoors. Cullman County has no shortage of outdoor activities and recreation areas, though some may be more well-known than others....
Missing Cullman man found alive in Texas; circumstances unclear
CULLMAN, Ala. – A Cullman man who has been missing since April 19, 2019 has been found alive in Texas. Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper said the New Orleans Police Department confirmed Charles Steven Smith, Jr., 42, was alive by face-timing him. Smith is...
12 Cullman-area students graduate from Jacksonville State
Updated 5-16-19 at 5:54 p.m.
JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Jacksonville State University conferred degrees to 774 students at its spring commencement ceremony May 3, 2019 on Burgess-Snow Field at JSU Stadium.
Cullman-area degree recipients included:
Laura Brock, of Cullman
Adam Estep, of Falkville
James Glasscock, of...
Obituary: Wanda Carol Adamson Lovell
Wanda Carol Adamson Lovell, 68, of the Holly Springs Community, was born on Dec. 11, 1950 and passed away on May 14, 2019.
Preceding her in death were her parents Riley Lindeburg and Carol Marie England Adamson and daughter Jenifer Lyn Hodges.
Survivors include her husband...
Obituary: Larry D. Walker
Mr. Larry D. Walker, 87, of Arab passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2019. No services are planned.
Obituary: Marty Robertson
Marty Robertson, 59, of Holly Pond, passed away. He was born September 27, 1959, to Clifton and Betty Bradford Robertson.
Mr. Robertson is preceded in death by his parents, Clifton and Betty Robertson, and a brother, Rodney Robertson.
Survivors include his daughter, Whitney Hall; grandchildren, Jayden...
Obituary: Claudette Hatchett
Funeral services for Claudette Hatchett, 71, of Riverside, will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home, with Tim Holder officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Hatchett passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at...
Ivey signs near total abortion ban bill into law
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Wednesday signed into law the Alabama Human Life Protection Act, after both houses of the Alabama Legislature passed HB314.
Upon signing the bill, Governor Ivey released the following statement:
“Today, I signed into law the Alabama Human Life...
Arrests and incidents reported May 15, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. - Below are the arrests and incidents reported May 15, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
No incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police Department
Incidents
May 10
fourth-degree theft of property; Wal-Mart; Olive St....
Vinemont High School Class of 1994 holds 25-year reunion
The Vinemont High School Class of 1994 held its 25-year reunion Saturday, May 4, 2019 at The Brandin’ Iron in West Point.
Pictured are: (front row, left to right): Kenny Haynes, Shawn Warnke, Brian Echols, Shelley Mazur Sanders, Tonia McCrary, Tanya Sanders Smith, Mandy Clemmons...
Vinemont Council mulls half-cent sales tax increase
VINEMONT, Ala. - The Vinemont Town Council on Tuesday night discussed possibly raising the town’s sales tax by a half-cent in an effort to help Vinemont schools. There was no vote on Mayor Radginal Dodson’s proposal, as it will need to be read twice...
Obituary: Dwight “Lynn” Walls
Funeral services for Dwight "Lynn" Walls, 44, of Vinemont, will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 17, 2019 at Cullman Heritage Funeral Home; interment in Bethlehem West Cemetery.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Walls passed away on Monday, May 13,...
Obituary: Miles Alan Creel
Memorial services for Miles Alan Creel, 63, of Bremen, will be at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2019 at Sacred Heart Church with Father Patrick Egan, OSB officiating.
Cullman Heritage Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Creel passed away on Saturday, May 11,...
Obituary: Elsie J. Mackentepe Patterson
Elsie J. Mackentepe Patterson, 81, was born on Nov. 12, 1937 in Cullman, Alabama and passed away on May 12, 2019 in Cullman, Alabama.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 16 from 6:30-9 p.m. at Moss Funeral Home. Rosary at 7:30.
Funeral Mass will be Friday, May...
Obituary: James “Jim” Edward Witte
James Edward Witte, 79, of Cullman, passed away Monday, May 13, 2019.
Jim was born May 24, 1939 to Robert L. and Mary Kathryn Witte in Birmingham, Alabama.
He is survived by his wife, Jan Blair Witte; his son, James Andrew Witte; brother, Robert L. (Karolyn)...
Pet of the Week: Say hello to Uncle Henny!
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman County Animal Shelter volunteer Donna Ruttkay introduces The Cullman Tribune Pet of the Week.
Uncle Henny is a 2-year-old hound mix described as an “over-sized beagle look-alike” with a stubby tail that may indicate a little mountain cur in his family...
Arrests and incidents reported May 14, 2019
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported on May 14, 2019. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s OfficeNo incidents or arrests reported.
Cullman Police DepartmentIncidentsMay 13
unauthorized use of a vehicle; Heritage...
Cullman Chamber earns top-4 finish in national Chamber of Year competition
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center was recently named one of the top chambers of commerce in the country, placing fourth in its category in the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives’ 2019 Chamber of the Year competition....
