Dec. 14 obituaries

Benny Lee Gasque, 73

Benny Lee Gasque, 73, of Leighton, passed away on Wednesday, December 5, 2024. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 10, 2024, from 11:00-1:00 at The Church Of The High­lands in Florence, 751 County 46, Florence, AL, with the funeral service fol­lowing at 1:00. Caleb Cham­bers and Mark Mayfield will officiate the service.

Benny was a native and life-long resident of Colbert County and a 1970 gradu­ate of Colbert County High School. After graduating he worked with his father and brother at Rawhide Erection Company. He was a member of The Church Of The Highlands where he served on the Greeter Team. Benny was an avid Auburn Football fan and en­joyed his Diet Mt. Dew. He was affectionately known as “Pawpaw” to his grand­daughters, and they would say “Pawpaw, your my best friend.” Benny was preced­ed in death by his father Ben “Jabo” Gasque; in-laws, Lloyd and Fran Richards; son-in-law, Drew Brand.

He is survived by his lov­ing wife of fifty-two years, Vickie Gasque; children, Justin Gasque (Amanda), Jason Gasque, and Jennifer Brand; mother, Opal Gasque; brother, Jackie Gasque; grandchildren, Olivia, Lyd­ia, and Maggie Gasque; step grandchildren, Bri Davis and Christopher Davis; several nieces and nephews; and his four-legged friend, “Bud”.

Pallbearers will be Ran­dy Rosser, Andy Perry, Jeff Garrett, Dr. Jeff Anderson, Mike Gilley, and Reggie Goins. Honorary pallbearers will be special ladies: Sherry Rosser, Penny Garrett, Con­nie Gilley, Deb Anderson, Judy Hayes, Cheri Goins, Kella Collins; and the Greet­er Team at The Church Of The Highlands and Tim Hill.

The family expresses spe­cial thanks to Dr. Robert Mann, Dr. Anand Mishra, and to the 3rd floor nurs­es and staff of NAMC.

Shelia Maddox Tucker, 76

Our precious and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend; Shelia Maddox Tucker, 76, Russellville, AL, entered her eternal home on Tues­day morning, December 3 at NAMC after a short, but hard-fought, battle with amyloidosis. She loved the Lord and gave her life to Him at a young age; but she considered her fami­ly to be His greatest gift to her outside of salvation.

If you knew Shelia Tuck­er, then you also knew about her husband of 55 years, Joe, her miracle daughter, Melissa (Jamey), her im­mensely talented son, Mark (Leah) and no doubt, though you probably never met them, you were aware of all the talents, abilities and accomplishments of Tuck­er, Heather, Laney Beth, Joshua, Luke and Jojo – her grandchildren, the joys of her life and the “things” she hated the most to leave in this world. Shelia believed in, lived for, and bragged on her family always. From the beginning of their rela­tionship and marriage, She­lia supported her husband in his career goals as a CPA and the eventual building of the very successful Joe M. Tucker, CPA, PC (JMT CPA) accounting firm where she spent the last 40+ years as secretary, accounting as­sistant, or “general flunky” as she often referred to her­self. After the birth of their children, it was Shelia’s goal to provide support to Melis­sa and Mark in any and ev­ery activity they engaged in. From numerous leader­ship roles at Calvary Baptist Church, Girl Scout Leader, Tiger Mom, University of Alabama Parent Association Advisory Board…you name it and if her family was in­volved, Shelia (and Joe) was there and were active partic­ipants. In addition to church and children’s activities, Shelia was extremely active as a leader and member of a variety of civic and commu­nity organizations for many years including: Novela, the Booklovers Club, the Franklin County Arts and Humanities Council, and the Russellville Garden Club.

FAMILY meant more to Shelia than anything in this world. Holidays and time spent with family were her earthly treasures. She is now enjoying the greatest family reunion in Glory for eternity and though not with her hus­band and children she will experience the best Christ­mas EVER! “Where your treasure is there your heart will be also,” Matt. 6:21.

Mrs. Tucker is also sur­vived by her loving sib­lings Sherry Maddox Price, Fayette, AL, and Steve (Teresa) Maddox, Flor­ence, AL and a host of trea­sured nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, De­cember 7, at Calvary Baptist Church, Russellville, AL with visitation from 12pm – 2pm and service immedi­ately following at 2pm. Dr. Wade Wallace will officiate.

Pallbearers will be grand­sons: Tucker Medlin, Josh­ua, Luke, and Joseph (Jojo) Tucker; and nephews: Bryce and Levi Bowling, Tyler Maddox and Chad Willis.

Honorary Pallbearers are special friends Robert (Bob) Seeley and Johnny Mack and Martha Morrow; along with members of the Florence State University (UNA) Striplin and Flor­ence Hall College Group.

The family wishes to ex­press their deepest appreci­ation to Dr. Subir Paul, Dr. Patrick Daugherty, and Dr. Evans Kyei at North Ala­bama Medical Center, and Dr. Maurizio Zangari and Ms. Summer Krain, APRN at the University of Arkan­sas Medical Center for their thoughtful care and treatment over the past few months.

Memorials may be made to Goodness Village, Little Rock, Arkansas (goodness­village.org), Anchored in Truth Ministries or Calvary Baptist Church Vision Fund.

Donald Clyde Lenz, 87

Donald Clyde Lenz, 87, Muscle Shoals, “a man af­ter God’s own heart”, en­tered his heavenly home on Monday, December 2, 2024. Don’s genuine walk with Jesus touched and bettered countless lives. He lived out the Faith he believed and was an exam­ple to all. The testimony of his friends since his pass­ing can be summed up with one phrase – “Godly man”.

Visitation will be Friday, December 6, from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home, Tuscum­bia. The funeral service will immediately follow in the funeral home chapel with Bro. Donnie McDan­iel officiating. Interment will be in Colbert Memo­rial Gardens, Tuscumbia.

Don was a native of Leighton and a member of Hook Street Baptist Church, where he served as Deacon, Trustee, and Sunday School Teacher. He was a former director of Baptist Medical and Dental Mission, Interna­tional. Don was Valedictori­an and Class President of the 1956 class of Colbert Coun­ty High School. He earned his degree at Samford Uni­versity, with a BS in Phar­macy. Don was a member of Phi Delta Chi Professional Fraternity and the recipient of the McKesson Award in Pharmacy. He was the own­er and pharmacist of Don’s Pharmacy, Tuscumbia, and Don’s Payless Pharmacy, Florence. He was preced­ed in death by his parents, Bill and Lillian Isbell Lenz; brothers, Charles Lenz, Bil­ly Lenz, and Virgil Lenz; and sister, Betty McGregor.

Don is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Byars Lenz; children, Melanie Spencer (David), Jason Lenz (Jan), and Amy Hester (Jeff); brother, L.C. Lenz; sisters, Hettie McGough, Charlotte Brewer, and Reba Dar­by; grandchildren, Christy Graham (Jacob), Bethany Spencer, Grace Spencer, Hope Uhlman, Alex Lenz (Fleur), Olivia Hatcher (Daniel), and Emily Uhl­man; great-grandchildren, Neelie Graham, Lillian Graham, Caroline Graham, and Spencer Graham; and a host of nephews and nieces.

Don’s nephews and friends will serve as pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers, memo­rials may be made to Build­ing Believers in Christ, bbichrist.com/donate/, or the American Cancer So­ciety, donate.cancer.org

Billy Lewis Peden, 86

Billy Lewis Peden, 86, Tuscumbia, passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 5, at Center Star Cemetery, Kil­len, with Bernard Jackson and Bubba Cole officiating.

Billy was born in Flor­ence, Alabama, on July 26, 1938, to John C. Peden and Clara Lard Peden. He was an electrician with Local 558 for fifty-eight years. Along with his parents, Bil­ly was preceded in death by his brothers, Roy, Ben­ton, Clifford, and Richard Peden; sisters, Judy Dim­ples Lindsey, Virginia Phil­lips, and Hilda Chaney; and grandson, Eric Moreland.

Billy is survived by his wife, Jewell Peden; sons, Garry Peden and David Peden; sister, Mary Mitch­ell; grandsons, Bradley Peden and Clint Moreland; great-grandchildren, Sum­mer Peden, Jake Peden, Luke Peden, Austin More­land, Taylor Moreland, and Carsyn Moreland; and a num­ber of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be John Garner, Jimmy Gil­lentine, Brian Thomp­son, Bernard Jackson, and Anthony Hovater.

In lieu of flowers, me­morials may be made to your favorite charity.

Linda Lea

Krska, 85

Linda Lea Krska, 85, Muscle Shoals, passed away on Wednesday, Decem­ber 4, 2024. No services will be held at this time.

Linda married Edward Krska on September 22, 1972. She was a member of Valley Grove Baptist Church, Tuscumbia. Her love for God showed by her words, and she never failed to make you smile. Linda was famous for saying, “I’m not stubborn – I’m deter­mined.” She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward; parents, Dale and Mary Hamilton; sisters, Bar­bara and Bonnie; daughter, Michelle; granddaughter, Amy; and grandson, Micah.

Linda is survived by her children, Lori Siefman (Gary), Doug Maxwell (Joy), Brian Maxwell (Tina), Scott Krska (Betty), and Michael Krska (Ha­ley); brother, Jim Hamil­ton (Diana); twenty-four grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and her special granddog, Dixie.

John Lloyd

Benton, 93

John Lloyd Benton, Sr., age 93, of Florence, passed away Monday, December 2, 2024. Visitation will be Friday, December 6th from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm at Williams Funeral Home of Florence. The service will follow at 12:00 pm in the funeral home chapel with Brother Tom Whatley of­ficiating. Pallbearers will be Bobby Smith, Bobby Moomaw, Dawson Wills, Clay Wills, Chad Green and Mike Johnson. Burial will be at Tri-Cities Me­morial Gardens with full military honors accorded.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Rob­ert and Susie Benton; son, John Lloyd Benton, Jr.; great-grandsons, Bryson Green and Wyatt Wills; brother, R.T. Benton, Jr.

Survivors are his loving wife of 73 ½ years, Mar­tha Lou Benton; daughters, Susan Green (Roger) and Marilyn Davis (Tim); sister, Elizabeth Lazenby; grand­children, Chad Green, Jamie Wills, and Tammie Haddock; great-grandson, Dawson Wills; great-granddaugh­ter, Raynie Haddock. spe­cial nephew, Bobby Smith.

John was retired with Ford Motor Company with 23 years of service and was a lifetime member of Cen­tral Baptist Church of Flor­ence. He was a 1949 grad­uate of Coffee High School where he played 4 years of football before graduating Florence State Teachers College, playing 1 year of football. He later officiated High School Football (AH­SAA) for 17 years of ser­vice and most importantly was a U.S. Navy Veteran.

A special thanks to Amedi­sys Home Health, especially Stevie for their love and care and the 2nd floor nurses sta­tion at NAMC Hospital.

Roger Wayne Fuller, 70

Roger Wayne Fuller, 70, of Tuscumbia, passed away Friday, December 6, 2024. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 10, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home, Tuscumbia. The funeral service will be Wednesday, December 11, at 2 p.m. in the funeral home chapel with Howell Bingham officiating. Burial will be at Barton Cemetery.

Roger was the former owner of Kent & Fuller Cab­inets and later drove a van for the railroad. He always made friends everywhere he went. Roger loved the out­doors and loved his family. He was a member of Frank­fort Road Church of Christ. Roger will be greatly missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents Clifton Gene and Doris Fuller; paternal grandparents, Alvie and Myrtle Fuller; maternal grandparents, Arthur and Ruby Stonecipher; father-in-law, Leon Cosby; mother-in-law, Elizabeth Cosby; and brother-in-law, Ricky Cosby.

Roger is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Karen Fuller; son, Justin Fuller; sisters, Regina Mi­chael (Rickie) and Rhonda Howard (Bim); grandchil­dren, Dylan Fuller and Ha­ley Fuller; brother-in-law, Terry Cosby (Melanie); sis­ters-in-law, Joanie Weeks (Rick) and Ann Sock­well (Keith); and numer­ous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers are Dylan Fuller, Aaron Smith, An­thony Sneed, Dalton Patton, Colton Patton, Johnny Stonecipher, and Eric Lovelace. Honor­ary pallbearers are Ran­dy Jones and Chad Patton.

Sabrina Kay Franks Porter, 51

Sabrinia Kay Franks Por­ter age 51, from Phil Camp­bell, Al passed away Sat­urday December 7, 2024. Visitation will be Monday December 16, 2024 from 10:00-11:00 am with service to follow in our chapel at 11:00am. Burial will be in Colbert Memorial Gardens.

Sabrinia was preceded in death by her father: Roger Franks, grandparents; Mar­tha Talley and William Tal­ley, grandfather, Steve Hen­drix Sr. and Danny Hendrix

She is survived by her mother; Felicia Brown (J D Brown Jr); daughter, Alexis Porter Stiteler (Grant), sis­ters; Shanna Thompson (Ja­mie), Sherry Walker (Jacob) and uncle Steve Hendrix Jr. nieces and nephews; Kendall Brown, Haystin Thompson, Gwynie Walker, Christian Turbyfill, Sabas Vela, Noah Vella and Ryker Walker.

Foy Patton James, 85

Foy Patton James, 85, of Florence, AL passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024. A memorial visita­tion will be held on Sat­urday, December 7, 2024 from 12-2 p.m. at Colbert Memorial Chapel with a service to follow at 2 p.m. in the chapel. He was a 33rd degree Mason and Ca­haba Shriner for 53 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill James and Susie James.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Charlene Langle James; son, Troy James (Mi­chelle); daughters, Pamela Schechner (Steve) and Stac­ey Long (Greg); sister, Bar­bara Ozbirn; grandchildren, Heath Davis (Whitney), Jessica Agee (Brandon), Lucy Long, Katherine Long, and Maddie Long; great grandchildren, Jackson Da­vis, Greyson Davis, Easton Davis, Hattie Davis, Jami Agree, Mantle Agee, Cyrus Agee, and Spencer Trent.

Pamela Ann

Romans

Daugherty, 73

Pamela Ann Romans Daugherty, 73, Lake City, Florida, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024. A chapel service will be held on Wednesday, De­cember 11, at Morrison Funeral Home, Tuscumbia, beginning at 10:00 a.m. with Billy Akers officiating. Interment will be in Glen­dale Cemetery, Leighton.

Pamela was a member of the Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Vernie Romans; children, Cynthia Daugherty and Douglas Bri­an Daugherty; and grand­son, Seamus Daugherty.

Pamela is survived by her children, Anthony Wayne Daugherty (Sar­ah) and Melissa Suzanne Luallen; sister, Catherine Simpson (Dan); brother, David Romans; grandchil­dren, Derrick, Brayden, Landon, and Gunner Daugh­erty, and Taylor and Gra­cie Luallen; and nieces and nephews, Traci, Matthew, Olivia, and Autumn Simp­son, Ocean Akers, and Brandy and Holly Romans.

Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Jerry W.

Olivis, 81

Jerry W. Olivis, age 81, of Littleville, AL passed away at his home on December 7, 2024. He was a member of Our Lady of The Shoals Catholic Church, Tuscum­bia, AL. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 12 p.m. in Colbert Memorial Gardens Cemetery on High­way, 43 S. Tuscumbia, AL on

Jerry was born in Jackson, TN. He graduated from South Side High School, Memphis, TN. After graduation he joined the Army and retired from the Army Reserves. He was also a retired engi­neer from Norfolk Southern Railway. His favorite things to do were drag racing and ham radios. A special thanks to all his drag rac­ing and ham radio buddies.

He leaves his wife of 62 years, Faye M. Olivis of Lit­tleville, AL; his son, Anthony

Olivis of Sheffield, AL; his daughter, Alicia White­head, and her husband, Brad, of Muscle Shoals, AL; four grandsons, Cody W. Sills, of Florence AL, Jay Paul Olivis and wife TeeAnna, of Biloxi, MS, Nathan Whitehead and Trace Whitehead of Mus­cle Shoals, AL; two special nephews and their families, Kelly Dwayne Olivis and his wife, Erika, their sons, Cody and Cory Olivis; Monte Ray Olivis and his wife, Raylene, of Boque Chitto, MS.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Toby Fred Olivis of Jackson, TN and Cora Juanita Mann of Memphis, TN and a broth­er, Larry Fred “Pete” Ol­ivis of Water Valley, MS.

We would like to thank the staff of Amedisys Hospice for their wonderful care.