May 2 obituaries

Dr. Ernest Lee Mollohan, 77

Dr. Ernest Lee Mollo­han, 77, of Tuscumbia, Alabama passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026.

Beloved husband, fa­ther, grandfather, dedicat­ed physician, and proud Vietnam veteran, Ernie left this world the same way he lived in it—with quiet strength and bound­less love. Born February 8, 1949, in Charleston, WV, he lived in var­ious states across the US and in Germany be­fore settling in Tuscum­bia in the mid-1990s.

Ernie was more than a skilled physician; he was a healer of the spirit as well as the body. His patients adored him not only for his compassion­ate care but for the way he always left them smiling. Whether sharing a corny joke or an uplifting mes­sage, he always reminded everyone of the brighter side of life. His motto was “Every day is a holiday, every other day is a ban­quet, and those in between are just a transition.”

His love of animals started at a young age, and many believed that if he hadn’t been a doctor, he would have ended up a vet. From raising raccoons and deer as a kid to taking in injured horses and nursing them back to health once he moved to Alabama, Er­nie’s love of animals was evident. There was al­ways a dog or cat follow­ing him around the ranch, and probably a horse or two as well. He could also cut a mean two-step and loved to play the banjo.

Ernie was a proud Ma­rine and served in Viet­nam, where he was award­ed the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, National Defense Medal, and Good Conduct Medal. After completing his med­ical training, he rejoined the military as an Army physician and served on base in Germany for a short time in the 1990s.

He was a 1983 grad­uate of Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine and a 1994 graduate of A.T. Still University in Kirksville, MO, where he earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. He and his wife Kris opened their clinic together in 2015, where he continued to work un­til the time of his illness.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Er­nest and Garnett Mol­lohan, and his broth­er, Bernard Mollohan.

Ernie leaves behind his beloved wife of nineteen years, Kris Mollohan; sons, Paul (Stacy), Mac (Lela), Erik, David (Al­exa), Tim (Sami); daugh­ters, Jennifer (Brian) and Steph (Gabe); and stepsons, Freddie (Lau­ra) and Kalan (Hope); 21 grandchildren; sister-in-law, MJ (Jerry); sis­ters, Debbie and Joanna; niece, Melissa (BJ); and nephews, Steven (Shan­non) and Dwayne (Margie)

Thank you to Amedi­sys Hospice for the care and compassion you gave us over the past couple of months, and to Kelly Bowling for your love, compassion, and dedica­tion. You made our lives so much easier. Thank you Steve and Rachel Thrash­er for always being here with us and thank you for your unselfish hearts—you give so much and expect nothing in return.

Thank you to everyone in our community who of­fered up prayers for Ernie, and to all of our patients who sent cards, called, came to visit, and checked on us continuously. We ap­preciate every one of you.

“Sweetheart, you have always been my hero, my cheerleader, my men­tor, and the love of my life. Thank you for al­ways making me feel loved, safe, and cared for. Thank you for teach­ing me to see the world the way you saw it. You made every day a holiday.”

A memorial service to honor Ernie’s life will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, at Morrison Fu­neral Home, Tuscumbia.

Honorary pallbear­ers are Kalan Watson, Freddie Watson, Jr., Joe Motta, Steve Thrasher, and Spencer Letsinger.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Wound­ed Warrior Project or your local animal shelter.

Larry Owen

Davis, 77

Larry Owen Davis, 77, of Muscle Shoals, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026. Visitation will be Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home in Tuscum­bia with the funeral service immediately following in the funeral home chapel. Thomas Thornton and Dr. Jeff Davis will officiate the service. Burial will follow in Colbert Memorial Gardens.

Larry was native of Cher­okee and lifelong resident of the Shoals. He was retired from the Muscle Shoals School Systems and an avid Alabama Football fan. He was a member of Abbie Bap­tist Church and was a com­mitted Christian serving in numerous churches as a Dea­con, Sunday School Teacher and Song Leader. He was preceded in death by his par­ents and all of his siblings.

Larry is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Linda Kay Moreland Davis; sons, Dr. Jeff Davis (Jenni­fer) and Markel Lee Davis (Tanya); five grandchildren, Brynli Jane Ragan (Seth), Kaden Davis (Courtney), Karleigh Davis, Easton Da­vis, and Taylor Davis; and three great grandchildren, Abigail Ragan, Annslee Davis, and Avery Davis.

Pallbearers will be Kaden Davis, Seth Ragan, Mike Blevins, Matt Davis, Donald Moreland and Jeremy Bates.

In lieu of flowers, the fam­ily ask that you send dona­tions in memory of Larry to The Gideons International @ https://gideons.org/donate.

Brenda Ruth Kiser

Thornton, 76

Brenda Ruth Kis­er Thornton, 76, of Tus­cumbia, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2026.

Brenda retired from The Village Shop and was a member of Redemption Shoals. She is preceded in death by her parents, Her­man and Blanche Kiser.

Brenda is survived by her husband, David Barclay Thornton; sons, Bryan Da­vid Thornton (Emily) and Jeffrey Todd Thornton; sis­ter, Patricia Kiser Abernathy (Mike), neices and nephew Karen Abernathy, Kristin Kennamer, and Michael Abernathy; and grandchil­dren, Mary Beck Thornton and Price Thomas Thornton.

There will be a pri­vate memorial service.

Joyce Marie

Hargett

Carson, 92

Joyce Marie Hargett Carson, 92 of Cherokee, passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2026. A family graveside service will be Friday, April 24th at Cher­okee Memorial Park with Ted Vafeas officiating.

Mrs. Carson was a na­tive of Colbert County and a member of the Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her son, Wil­liam Noble “Bubba” Car­son; parents, Jennie Louise and John Howard Hargett; brothers, John Edward Har­gett, Lowery Lee “Mickey” Hargett, and Jesse Law­rence Hargett; and great grandson, T.J. Morgan.

She is survived by her children, Judy Carson Va­feas (Ted), Donna Denise Carson, and Montez Car­son Richardson (Anthony); brother, Grady Alton Har­gett; grandchildren, Ange­la Harrison (Scottie), Angi Vafeas Garrett, Jamie Vafeas (April), Tyler Pyle (Lauren), Zachary Richardson (Kai­ley), and Nick Richardson (Emma); great grandchil­dren, Blake and Hunter McKinney, Hayden John­son, Reagan and William Vafeas, Ava Claire Garrett, Carson, Wyatt, Weston, and Ethan Pyle, Malakai, Nissi, and Solomon Richardson, Baker Peden and Noble Richardson; and two nieces.

Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

Freddie D.

Mauldin, 81

Freddie D. Mauldin, 81, of Muscle Shoals, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Visitation will be Sun­day, April 26, 2026, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at Morrison Funeral Home in Tuscumbia with the funeral service im­mediately following in the funeral home chapel. Farrell Retherford and Wendell Ri­ner will officiate the service. His burial will follow in Colbert Memorial Gardens.

Freddie was a native of Colbert County. He was a enlisted in the National Guard, a Crane Operator for Reynold’s Aluminum, a member of the I.B.E.W. Local 558, and a longtime member of Spring Valley Church of Christ. He en­joyed participating in Team Roping competitions and won several events in Ro­deos. He also loved Gospel music and was strong in his Christian Faith. He was preceded in death by his parents, John W. and Susie Mauldin; sister, Shirley Da­vis; brothers, John Mauldin and James David Mauldin.

Freddie is survived by his loving wife Carolyn Maul­din; daughter, Celecia Da­vis (Eric); grandchildren, Laken Davis and Chaylee Davis; great grandchildren, Braylee, Baylor, and Adston; niece, Kathy D. Holdbrooks; and nephew, Randy L. Davis.

Pallbearers are Cam­eron Isbell, Junior Riner, Eric Davis, Edward Ri­ner, Mike Chaney, and Charles Lowery. Honorary pallbearer is Jerry Dover.

Nancy Elizabeth Winter Viall, 90

Nancy Elizabeth Winter Viall, 90, of the New Beth­el Community, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026, surrounded by her family. The visitation will be Sat­urday, April 25, 2026, from 12:00-2:00 p.m. at New Bethel Baptist Church in Tuscumbia with the funer­al service following at 2:00 p.m. Brother Greg Beasley, Chris Stokes, Evan Stokes, and Harold Tisdale will offi­ciate the service. The inter­ment will follow the service in the adjoining cemetery.

Nancy was born to Leon­ard Austin and Nancy Ann Kilburn Winter in Tuscum­bia, Alabama. She was a member of New Bethel Baptist Church for sixty-six years. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grand­mother and great grand­mother. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Herbert “Jimmy” Viall; both of her parents; brothers, Lou­is Winter, Leonard Winter, Sid Winter, Joe Dalton Win­ter and Robert Winter; and sisters, Lillie Prater, Annie Lou Askew, and Jessie King.

Nancy is survived by her children, Weeta Viall Shell (Greg), James Steven Viall (Elena), Joan Viall Roberts (Jim), Bonnie Viall Stokes (Chris) and Brad Viall (Jennifer); sister, Marjorie Winter Glass; grandchil­dren, Aaron Shell (Kim), Chad Shell (Amber), Tyler Roberts (Jessie), Allison Handley (Cameron), Adam Viall, Brooke Aldredge (Jimmy), Dr. Ethan Stokes, Evan Stokes (Kaylee), Luke Stokes (Danielle), Jack­son Viall (Kayla), Kaitlyn House (Garrett), and Austin Viall; great grandchildren, Hunter and Colton Shell, Hudson, Kip, and Cason Shell, Caden, Grayson ,and Holden Handley, Oliver and Lucy Roberts, Lily, Juday, Maggie, and Halle Stokes, and Grady Viall.

Pallbearers will be Aar­on Shell, Chad Shell, Ty­ler Roberts, Adam Viall, Ethan Stokes, Evan Stokes, Luke Stokes, Jackson Viall, and Austin Viall.

“Today our mother, grand­mother, sister, and friend went to be with our Heaven­ly Father. 2 Corinthians 5:8 explains that “to be absent from the body is to be with the Lord”. We know she is truly home! I can’t imagine what joy she is experienc­ing right now. I will always cherish the great memories we had together. She leaves behind a legacy of her love for Jesus, hospitality, kind­ness, and love. Those who knew her will remember they never left hungry.”

The family express­es special thanks to New Beacon Southern Care Hospice, Dr. Jack McLen­don, all the profession­al caregivers, and family and friends who helped in their care and support.

Memorials may be made to the Tennessee Kidney Foun­dation, P.O. Box 330989, Nashville, TN 37203.

William E.

Pilkilton, 78

William E. “Billy” Pilkilton, 78, of Tus­cumbia, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026.

Visitation will be held Monday, April 27, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Morrison Funer­al Home in Tuscumbia. A private graveside service for the family will follow at Barton Cemetery, with Roger Bond officiating.

Billy was a native and lifelong resident of Col­bert County and a mem­ber of Hook Street Baptist Church. He was an avid outdoorsman who en­joyed hunting and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Beatrice (McElyea) Pilkil­ton; his brother, Donald Pilkilton; and his sisters, Helen, Ida, Estelle, Lena, Dorothy, and Barbara.

Billy is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Helen Cole Pilkilton; his two sons, Danny Pilkilton (Anna) and Denzil Pilkilton (Adrian); his brothers, Mar­ty Pilkilton (Lula), David Pilkilton (Sue), and Jim­my Pilkilton (Anita); and his sister, Wanda Pilkilton Sprague. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Blair Pilkilton, Reagan Pilkilton, and Kenley Pilkilton, chil­dren of Denzil and Adrian, and Adam Martin (Tara), Anthony Harbison (Jocie), and Andrew Harbison (Re­becca), children of Danny and Anna. His great-grand­children include Zayden, Hendrix, and Kaislyn, and Ezra, Leif, Sophie, Jaycee, and Kayson. He is further survived by his lifelong best friend, Clyde Sizemore.

Friends and family will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Zayden, Hendrix, Ezra, Leif, Kayson, and Ridge.

In lieu of flowers, memori­al contributions may be made to the Hook Street Baptist Church Children’s Church.

Winston Delano Slatton, 81

Winston Delano Slat­ton was born on Sugar Hill on June 12, 1944 and passed away on April 21, 2026. He left us reaching for the stars while he fig­ured out how to lasso one.

He was a war baby. He was born near a golf course which explains why he was such a great golf­er. He could hang with the best golfers in this area.

Winston was the son of Robert Clyde Slatton and Elevyn Slatton. Robert ran a nursey in Sheffield. Winston had numerous friends that loved to eat breakfast and lunch every day at Too Fat Sisters and Grumpys. Win­ston was also a track star at Deshler High school. He had a nickname “Slatton quick.”

Winston is survived by brother, William Doug­las Slatton; wife, Candy; nieces, Sharon Thoma­son and Tandy Barnett; nephew, Jeffery Slatton; and sister, Jenny Slatton.

He is preceded in death by brother, Boyd Slatton. Wife Meilyn, sister, Claudia Spires, and deceased broth­er-in-law, Jimmy Spires.

Winston will always be remembered for the fifty years plus as owner of Slat­ton Body Shop. He was one of the best in the Shoals. He was always accommodat­ing and friendly. God has a Rolls Royce that he needs painting, and he knew who to call. God protect him.

There will be a memorial service Sunday, April 26, at Colbert Memorial Chapel in Tuscumbia, AL at 1.00 p.m.

Tamila Kay Davis Holland, 64

Tamila Kay Davis Hol­land “Tammy”, born Oc­tober 8, 1961, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and devotion that will forev­er live on in the hearts of those who knew her.

She was the beloved daughter of Jack and Ja­nis Davis, whose love and guidance helped shape the compassionate and strong woman she be­came. Tammy shared a beautiful life with her hus­band, Jeff Holland for 47 years, whose partnership and love were a constant source of strength and joy.

Tammy was a proud and devoted mother to Daniel Holland (Jessica), Ashleigh Raney (Corey), and Aaron Holland (Erica). Her chil­dren were her pride, and she poured her heart into raising them with kind­ness, faith, and unwavering support. Her greatest joy, however, came from being “Nanny” to her cherished grandchildren: Jackson Galliano, Kylee Holland, Carter Raney, Riley Hol­land, Easton Holland, and Madelyn Holland. They were truly her world, and she treasured every moment spent with them—laughing, playing, and creating mem­ories that will last a lifetime.

Tammy was dearly loved by her sister, Staci Proctor (Tim) and sister-in-law Sandy Willis. She was preceded in death by several cherished fam­ily members. Including her mother-in-law Gladys Holland, her father-in-law Harold Holland, her broth­er David Davis, and broth­er-in-law Keith Holland.

Tammy dedicated her professional life as a CNP for Tuscumbia City Schools, where she cared deeply for the students she served. She had a natural ability to comfort, nurture, and make others feel safe and valued, leaving a lasting impact on countless young lives.

Her love for Jesus was the foundation of her life. Tammy’s faith guided her every step, and she lived as a shining example of grace, kindness, and compassion. She found joy in the sim­ple, beautiful moments—singing, dancing, and being surrounded by her family. Her laughter was conta­gious, her spirit uplifting, and her love unconditional.

Though her absence leaves an immeasurable void, Tammy’s legacy is one of deep love, strong faith, and joyful living. She taught those around her the importance of fam­ily, the power of faith, and the beauty of embracing each day with a full heart.

She will be profound­ly missed, but forever re­membered and cherished by all who were bless­ed to know and love her.

Visitation will be Satur­day, April 25th from 11am-1pm at Colbert Memorial Chapel. Funeral services will follow in the chapel at 1pm with Brother Fran­cis Proctor officiating.

Russell

Romans, 82

Russell Romans, 82, of Muscle Shoals, AL, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026. A memorial service will be held at Colbert Me­morial Chapel on Wednes­day, April 29, 2026 at 2 p.m.

He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Ellen Romans; sis­ter, Syble Jefferys; brother, Archie Romans; daughter, Sondra Romans; grand­son, Austin Grissom.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Smith Ro­mans; daughter, Janna Romans; sister, Linda Al­len (Dwight); grandchil­dren, Amber Holt (Chad), Crystal Montreuil (Bran­don), and Sarah Grissom; great-grandchildren, Jack­son Holt, Braxton Holt, Dakota Holt (Bri), Riley Grissom, Isabelle and Remmington Montreuil.

Teresa Ann

Terry, 72

Teresa Ann Terry, age 72, of Sheffield, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026. Visitation will be on Wednesday, April 29th from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm at Williams Funeral Home of Florence. The service will follow at 1:00 pm in the funeral home chapel with Brother Ronnie Jones who will be officiating. Burial will be at Old Bethel Ceme­tery in Colbert County. Pall­bearers will be Mike Terry, Jack Terry, David Terry, Lu­cas Terry, and Tyler Terry.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Bonnie Terry, grandson, Devin Etheredge.

Survivors are her chil­dren, Charles “Charlie” Nelson Williams and Jen­nifer Michelle Inman; brothers, Mike H. Terry (Pamela) and Jack H. Ter­ry (Cynthia); grandchil­dren, Emily Etheredge (Jahaziel “Ozzy” Mejia), Chelsea Williams, Amanda Clark, and Blake Williams; great-grandchildren, Journ­ee and Bentley; special friend, Gaylena Long and fur babies, Jake and Sophie.

Teresa was a lov­ing mother and gran­ny who loved God.

Rebecca Ann Davenport, 68

Rebecca Ann “Becky” Davenport, 68, of Marshall County, Tennessee, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2026. A service to cele­brate her life will be held on Saturday, May 16, at Truskers Farm Venue, 4290 Colburn Mountain Road, Tuscumbia, AL 35674, beginning at 2:00 p.m.

Becky was a devoted fan of Alabama football and loved sports in gen­eral. She enjoyed playing golf, going to the beach, and spending time with her family and friends. She loved spending time with her two grandchildren, es­pecially cheering them on in all of their sports and activities. Known for her warmth and loving heart, Becky also showed remark­able strength and courage as a true warrior through her long battle with breast cancer, facing it with grace and determination that in­spired those around her.

She was preceded in death by her father, Bobby Joe Tucker; brother, Dan­ny Joe Tucker; husband, Thomas Michael McNiff; and husband, Charles An­thony “Tony” Davenport.

She is survived by her daughters, Laura Ann Johnson (Jeremy) and Erin Marie Traynor; mother, Elizabeth Ann Lee; broth­er, Jason Tucker (Candie); sisters, Jennifer Tucker Rutledge (Jim) and El­len Tucker; and grand­children, Traynor John­son and Annlee Johnson.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that, in Becky’s honor, you spread a lit­tle joy, offer a smile, and show kindness to others—simple gifts she believed could brighten the world.

Barbara Anne Koontz, 67

Barbara Anne Koontz, 67, of Florence, AL died on April 13, 2026. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2026 from 10 am-12 pm at Colbert Memori­al Chapel in Tuscumbia, AL with a service to fol­low at 12 pm in the chapel.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Hen­ry and Marion Lisheness; husband, Eddie Koontz; son, William Scott Hines; grandson, Coby Hines; and sister, Jane Lisheness.

She is survived by her sons, John Hines (Tara) Daniel Hines; daugh­ter, E.J. Kelsey (Mike); brother, Robert Lisheness; grandchildren, Morgan Hines (David White), An­thony Hines, Eli Hines, Chloe Kelsey, and Alys­sa Hines; great grandson, Isaiah Scott Elmer White; and great granddaugh­ter, Allana Faith White.

She loved her family. She was a Catholic by faith.

In lieu of flow­ers, please donate to your charity of choice.