Thompson Funeral Home

11/08/2026

Memorial service for Tommy Parker, age 79, of Piedmont will be Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home with Ed Sims officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Mr. Parker passed away Saturday, November 7, 2026 at his home. Mr. Parker is survived by his wife, Margaret Parker; 5 children, Tami Sims, LeAnn Croft, Wanda Jones, Wesley Johnson (Becky) and Angela Livingston (Dana); 4 grandchildren, Shelby Malone, Jessica Johnson Hallmark, Forrest Livingston (Kayleigh) and Hunter Livingston (Chloe); 7 great grandchildren; and 2 sisters, Judy Parker and Pam Lankford. Mr. Parker had been a resident of Piedmont for the past 6 years and was a United States Army Vietnam veteran. He was a jack of all trades and was a gun enthusiast. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, trapping, working in the yard or anything to keep himself busy. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren who he enjoyed teaching life skills.

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11/07/2026

Funeral service for Mary Imogene Wolfe, 87, of Piedmont will be Monday, November 09, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. at Thompson Funeral Home with Bro. Rick Coffman and Scott Maddox officiating. Burial will follow at Nances Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Mrs. Wolfe passed away Thursday, November 05, 2026 at Piedmont Health Care Center. Survivors include two daughters, Angie Wolfe Maddox (Scott), and Patty Wolfe (Teddy); three grandchildren, Ashley Williams Buckelew, Paige Carroll, and Ethan Carroll; three great-grandchildren, Kyker Carroll, Jaxon Carroll, and Knox Buckelew; chosen sister, Charlene (Cricket) Pike; and several nieces, nephews, and friends. Pallbearers will be Scott Maddox, Teddy Calvert, Rodney Carroll, Mike Williams, Anthony Baker, and Todd King. Honorary pallbearers will be Ethan Carroll, Kyker Carroll, Knox Buckelew, Jaxon Carroll, Don Law, and Terry Law. Mrs. Wolfe was a lifelong resident of Piedmont and was of the Christian faith. She was a devoted homemaker who enjoyed caring for her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whom she dearly loved. She had a dry sense of humor and always had a quick wit about her. She was an excellent cook and loved spending time outdoors tending to her flowers. She also enjoyed playing bridge with her friends, working on puzzles, and decorating for the seasons, especially Halloween. Above all, Mrs. Wolfe...

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11/03/2026

Funeral service for Terry “Butch” Jacobs, 71, of Spring Garden will be Thursday, November 05, 2026 at 12:00 P.M. at Thompson Funeral Home with Mr. Kenny Ingram and Mr. Adam Wilson officiating. Burial will follow at Carmel Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Mr. Jacobs passed away Monday, November 02, 2026 at his home. Survivors include his loving wife of 46 years, Glenda Jacobs; four children, Marilyn Hancock (Darren Wright), Larry Jacobs, Rebecca Carruth, and Terry Lee Jacobs (Mark); six grandchildren, Bridgette Wilson (Adam), Davey McLane (Chantel), Callum McLane, Justin Jacobs (Bre), Katya McLane, and Cash DePoy; two great-grandchildren, Jack Wilson, and Bear Wilson and one soon to arrive, Hannah Jacobs; two sisters, Shelby Morrison, and Linda Arnold; and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be the Cherokee County Fire Association Honor Guard. Honorary pallbearers will be grandsons. Mr. Jacobs was a native of Cedartown, Georgia, and a longtime resident of Spring Garden, a community he dearly loved and proudly served. He was a dedicated member of the Spring Garden Volunteer Fire Department, where he served as chief for 23 years. He also served as president of the Cherokee County Fire Association for 25 years and founded the Cherokee County Honor guard in 2008. His many years of service reflected his deep commitment to his community and those around him. Mr....

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11/02/2026

Celebration of Joy and Storytelling about George “G” Scroggin, Jr. will be Friday, November 06, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Goshen United Methodist Church with Rev. Tommy Ledbetter and Rev. Eddie Nation officiating. The family will receive friends Friday from 12:30 -2:00 p.m. at the church.” G” died Sunday, November 01, 2026 at Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center in Rome Georgia. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Carol Woods Scroggin; three children, George Linton Scroggin, III (Kristin Thompson Scroggin), Ginger Lynn Scroggin Harter (Charles David Harter) and Marc Walker Scroggin (Chrissie Ash Scroggin); five grandchildren, Nichole Strid (Evan Strid), Garrett Logan Scroggin, Josie Marie Scroggin, Zaccary Williams Scroggin and Kaiden “K K” Cameron Scroggin; one sister, Jane Scroggin Richardson (Jerry Richardson); one brother, William “Bill” Thomas Scroggin (Karen Scroggin) and several nieces and nephews. “ G” was a longtime resident of Piedmont and was a 1966 graduate of Cherokee County High School. He played basketball at Southern Union Junior College and the University of West Alabama in Livingston. He was a United States Navy veteran and an avid Alabama Crimson Tide football fan. “G” was very involved with the Alabama Emmaus Community at Camp Sumatanga. He retired from the Garcy Corporation with 31 years of service. He enjoyed spending time with his family, hanging out at the creek, and just relaxing and fishing. He was an avid cruiser and had...

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11/02/2026

Graveside service for Jimmy O'Neal Goss, 84, of Piedmont will be Wednesday, November 04, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. at Piedmont Memory Gardens with Rev. Garry Brown officiating and Thompson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday from 12:00 until 1:45 P.M. Mr. Goss passed away Sunday, November 01, 2026 at his home. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Regina Wilson Goss; two children, Nikki Goss (Curtis Crane), and Michael Goss; four grandchildren, Dillion Goss, Austin Finch (Kashlynn), Gracie Goss, and Kaden Gibbs; great-granddaughter, Beckette Goss; one sister, Sandra Farrar (Tab); and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Richard Pitts, Jay Clark, Tony Farrar, Jimmy Finch, Doug Studdard, and Curtis Crane. Mr. Goss was a lifelong resident of Piedmont and was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed coaching Little League baseball and football at the Piedmont Parks and Recreation Department (PARD). He retired from the Alabama National Guard and Redstone Arsenal following many years of dedicated service. In his spare time, Mr. Goss loved spending time at the lake, where he enjoyed fishing, relaxing, and taking care of his property. He also took great pride in maintaining his yard at home. He was a friendly, outgoing man who never met a stranger and always enjoyed a good conversation. Above all, Mr. Goss loved his family, especially his grandchildren. Each of his grandchildren...

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10/31/2026

Funeral service for Joyce Ann Lindsey, 83, of Piedmont will be Tuesday, November 03, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Trinity Missionary Baptist Church with Bro. Rodney Ragsdale, Bro. Patrick Cummings, and Bro. Harold Epperson officiating. Burial will follow at Goshen Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday evening from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home. Mrs. Lindsey passed away Thursday, October 29, 2026. She is survived by her husband, Eddie Lindsey; four children, Selena McCord (Keith), Melvin Justice (Patty), Jeff Roberts (Amanda) and Jennifer Elliott (Paul); seven grandchildren, Kyle Justice, Zach McCord (Caton), Shane McCord (Trinity), Amanda McCord (Brandon), Brian Fortenberry (Bre), Tyler Elliot (Leann), and Austin Elliot ( Jordyn); seven great-grandchildren, Ella McCord, Eli McCord, Madi McCord, Cassie Ann McCord, Caroline McCord, LilyKay Fortenberry, and Scarlett Watts; special daughter-in-law, Kim Justice; two sisters, Barbara Ward and Frances Butler (Randy); and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Labron Nabors, Norman Whitmore, Brandon McFry, Jason Justice, Joseph Justice, and Barrett Ragsdale. Mrs. Lindsey was a native of Etowah County and a longtime resident of Piedmont. She was a devout Christian and was a charter member of Trinity Missionary Baptist Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who treasured her family dearly and cherished the time she spent with them. Mrs. Lindsey...

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10/29/2026

10/22/2026

Mrs. Elaine Carolyn McDonald was born on July 4, 1960, in Piedmont, Alabama, to the late Johnny Ray Weaver and Shirley Mae Ellis. From the very beginning, Carolyn’s life was marked by a spirit of love, faith, strength, and compassion that would continue to define her throughout her 66 years. Carolyn was a proud graduate of Bethune High School.
At an early age, Carolyn accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. She
was a faithful member of St. Luke Fire Baptized Holiness Church, where she served on the Hospitality Committee and sang in the choir. Through her church, Carolyn found joy in serving others, worshiping, and building relationships with those around her. Her faith provided her with strength throughout the many seasons of her life; it was not simply something Carolyn talked about; it was a meaningful part of the life she lived. Carolyn was also a hardworking woman who took pride in providing for her family. She worked at Spring Industries and the Cotton Mill, giving many years of dedication through honest work and perseverance.
One of Carolyn’s greatest blessings was her family. She was a devoted wife,
mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother and so much more. Carolyn’s
love did not stop with her immediate family. She had a heart that seemed to make
room for everyone. She was known for her generosity and her willingness to care for others. Those who knew Carolyn will remember much more than the roles she held. They...

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10/21/2026

Funeral service for Patsy Bates Naugher, 77, of Piedmont will be Friday, October 23, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. at Thompson Funeral Home with Rev. Hayward Clark officiating. Burial will follow at Borden Springs Church of Christ Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday from 12:00 – 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Ms. Naugher passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at her home. Survivors include her lifelong partner, Richard “Steve” Lorren; four children, Cindy Matthews, Ginger Hardiman (Robert), Richie Naugher, and Gina Reilly (Tommy); nine grandchildren, Mysti Matthews, Michael Matthews, Zachary Matthews, Rachael Hardiman, Matthew Hardiman, Makayla Naugher, Gracie Naugher, Kaley Young, and Drew Reilly; 15 great-grandchildren; one sister, Ruth Wilkerson; one brother, Danny Bates; and several nieces, nephews, and other family members. Pallbearers will be Richie Naugher, Michael Matthews, Tommy Reilly, Tracy Smith (serving for Zach Matthews), Jessie Young, and Danny Bates. Honorary Pallbearers will be Robert Hardiman, and Matthew Hardiman. Ms. Naugher was a native and lifelong resident of Piedmont and a graduate of Roy Webb School and Ayers Technical College. She was the owner and operator of New Image Beauty Salon in Piedmont for many years. A natural entrepreneur with a strong business sense, Ms. Naugher was a lifelong supporter of her community and took great pride in her hometown. Throughout her life, she attended several area churches,...

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10/16/2026

Betty Stokes Lapier, 79, of Piedmont passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026 at Gadsden Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Lapier had been a resident of Piedmont for the past 40 years and was formerly of Leesburg. She enjoyed spending time outdoors, working in her yard, and tending to her flowers. She also enjoyed birdwatching and listening to music. Above all, Mrs. Lapier enjoyed spending time with her family. She is survived by three sons, Jimmy Lapier, Kevin Lapier (Tracy), and David Lapier (Sherry); and eight grandchildren, Devin Lapier, T.J. Lapier, Shasta Lapier, Jamie Lapier, Willie Lapier, Matthew Lapier, Amanda Lapier, and Nathan King. Mrs. Lapier was preceded in death by her husband, Tommy Lapier; and one son, Shane Lapier. At this time, there are no services planned.

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