Obituaries
Annie Lou Richard
Aug 17, 2025
Mrs. Annie Lou Wells Richard, 85, of Salem, AL passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025 at the Bethany House in Auburn, AL.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm EST Thursday, August 21, 2025 at Vance Brooks Funeral Home in Phenix City, AL. A private interment will follow at Lakeview Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends Thursday afternoon from...
Donald M. Bice, Sr.
Aug 13, 2025
Mr. Donald M. Bice, Sr., 85 of Phenix City, AL passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at his home.
A funeral service will be held 11:00 am EST (10:00 am CST) Friday, August 22, 2025 at Summerville United Methodist Church in Phenix City, AL with Pastor Karen Seifert officiating. The interment will follow at 3:00 pm EST (2:00 pm CST)...
Peggy Marie Gaius
Aug 13, 2025
Peggy Marie Gaius, 74, of Valley, AL, died peacefully at her home on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
A Graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM (EST) on Friday, August 15, 2025, at Ladonia Baptist Church Cemetery, Phenix City, AL with Rev. Greg Hyche officiating according to Vance Brooks Funeral Home.
Robert Lee "Bob" Wise, Jr.
Aug 12, 2025
Robert Lee Wise, Jr. (Bob) 71, of Salem, AL died at Columbus Piedmont, Midtown, Columbus, GA on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
A private Service of Remembrance with U. S. Navy honors will be held at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery according to Vance Brooks Funeral Home, Phenix City, AL.
Bob was born October 27, 1953, in Williamsport, PA son of the late Robert...
Michael Mazohn White
Aug 12, 2025
Michael Mazohn White, 71, of Smiths Station, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, in his home surrounded by family. Services will be announced at a later date.
Michael White was born on August 4, 1954, in New Mexico to Betty Jo White and the late Bert Mazhon White. At an early age, Michael married the love of his life, Colette...
Cecelia E. Murray Duncan
Aug 10, 2025
Cecelia E. Murray Duncan, 73, of Valley, AL died peacefully while at East Alabama Medical Center, Opelika, AL.
A Funeral Mass will be said at 10:00 AM (EST) on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at Holy Family Catholic Church, Columbus, GA. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memory Gardens, Phenix City, AL.
Mrs. Duncan was born January 16, 1952, in Frankfurt, Germany, daughter of...
Phyllis "Patsy" D'Nita Grimes
Aug 9, 2025
Phyllis “Patsy” D’Nita Grimes, 82, of Smiths Station, AL passed away early Saturday morning, August 9, 2025, at Piedmont Midtown Hospital in Columbus, GA. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 2:00pm EDT on Friday, August 15, 2025, at Vance Brooks Funeral Home in Phenix City, AL. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memory Gardens. The family will...
George Wilbur Dismukes Jr.
Aug 7, 2025
George Wilbur Dismukes Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on November 16, 1932, in Columbus, Georgia, George lived a life rich with diverse experiences and heartfelt connections. A funeral service to honor George's life will be held on Sunday August 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM...
James Oakley Kerns
Aug 7, 2025
James Oakley Kerns, 79, of Columbus, GA, passed away peacefully in his home on August 7, 2025. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at Parkhill Cemetery, 4161 Macon Road, Columbus, GA 31907.
James Kerns was born to the late Margaret Vasbinder and Charles Kerns in Forest County, Pennsylvania on May 22, 1946. After...
Robert Varner Head
Aug 2, 2025
Robert Varner Head Sr. 85 of Phenix City, AL passed away peacefully at his home on August 2, 2025.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Thursday, August 7, 2025 at Vance Brooks Funeral Home in Phenix City, AL with Rev. Steve Pace officiating. A private interment will follow at Lakeview Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends Thursday afternoon...
SFC (Ret) Jeffrey William Bright
Aug 1, 2025
SFC (Ret) Jeffrey “Jeff” William Bright, 78, of Smiths Station, AL died peacefully on Friday, August 1, 2025, while at the Bethany House in Auburn, AL under the care of Compassus Hospice with his loving family by his side.
Funeral Services, with U. S. Army Honors, will be held at 11:00AM (EST) on Thursday, August 07, 2025, in the Chapel of...
Dwayne Brown
Jul 31, 2025
Mr. Dwayne Brown, 50, of Tuscumbia, Alabama passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025.
A memorial visitation will be held Sunday, August 17, 2025, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm (EST) in the chapel of Vance Brooks Funeral Home, 3738 Hwy 431N, Phenix City, AL.
Dwayne was born in Columbus, GA on April 30, 1975. He graduated from Smiths Station High School...
Raymond Charles Wetzel
Jul 31, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Raymond Charles Wetzel, a beloved husband father, brother, and friend. Raymond departed this world on July 31, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on July 7, 1937, in Hopewell, Missouri, he lived a life rich in meaning, purpose, and love. Raymond dedicated his professional life as a talented...
Michael Jerry "Tuffy" Waites
Jul 31, 2025
Mr. Michael Jerry “Tuffy” Waites, 56, of Opelika, AL passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025 peacefully at his home.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm EST Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at Vance Brooks Funeral Home in Phenix City, AL. Interment will be held 2:30 pm EST Thursday, August 7, 2025 at Georgia Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Milledgeville, GA....
Glenda Williams Hall Bess
Jul 30, 2025
It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Glenda Williams Hall Bess, age 75, of Dawsonville, Georgia. Born on June 1, 1950, in Phenix City, Alabama, Glenda departed this life on July 30, 2025, as she lived it: with strength, grace, and on her own terms. She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and courage that...
James Terry "Ted" Shores
Jul 30, 2025
Mr. James Terry “Ted” Shores, 70, of Smiths Station, AL passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, GA.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am EST on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at Vance Brooks Funeral Home in Phenix City, AL with Rev. Grant Parker officiating. Interment will follow at Lakeview...
Rodney Paul Culwell
Jul 29, 2025
Rodney Paul Culwell, 68, of Smiths Station, AL, entered his heavenly home on July 29, 2025. No services will be announced at this time.
Rodney Culwell was born on May 23, 1957, to the late Linda and Jim Culwell. After high school, Rodney served 15 years as a soldier in the United States Army. During this time, he met the love...
Jesse Earl Duraso
Jul 28, 2025
Jesse Earl Duraso, 67, of Phenix City, AL, passed away on July 28, 2025. A visitation will be held at Vance Brooks Funeral Home, 3738 Hwy 431 N., Phenix City, AL 36867, on Friday, August 1, 2025, at 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm EST. A funeral service officiated by Rev. Ricky Ward will take place at Vance Brooks Funeral Home...
Mark Tony Coggins
Jul 27, 2025
Mr. Mark “Tony” Coggins, 60, of Phenix City, AL passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at his home.
A memorial visitation will be held Thursday, July 31, 2025 from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm EST at Vance Brooks Funeral Home in Phenix City, AL.
Tony was born in Columbus, GA on March 5, 1965, son of the late Al Kellerman and...
Michael "Shane" Vitzen
Jul 25, 2025
Michael “Shane” Vitzen, 52, of Phenix City, AL, passed away Friday afternoon, July 25, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Columbus, GA. A visitation will be held at Vance Brooks Funeral Home, 3738 Hwy 431 N., Phenix City, AL 36867, on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 10:00 am EST followed by a funeral service at 11:00 am EST officiated by...
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