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10/23/2026

Joann Wright Teague passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Joann was born and raised in the Shady Grove community in Pike County, Alabama, where she attended school and sat in front of Will Teague who affectionately taunted her with hair pulling. He told her often that he was certain she would be his wife. Upon her graduation from Goshen High School as a member of the Class of 1969, they were married, and moved away to Detroit, Michigan. She spent most of her adult life in Detroit; and they moved back to the Pike County area in 2020.

Joann will be remembered as a caring woman who devoted herself to others in both her work and her daily life. She went on to enjoy working as a nurse in the ER at Huztel Hospital, where caring for others was a natural part of who she was. Along the way, she built a life marked by love, hard work, and devotion to family.

She also found joy in the things that made life special. Joann had a passion for the casino and a reputation, especially up north, for being an outstanding Southern cook. These simple pleasures, shared with the people around her, helped create lasting memories for those who knew and loved her.

Joann was preceded in death by her husband, Will Teague, with whom she shared 51 years of marriage; her parents, 3 brothers and one sister.

She leaves behind a loving family who will continue to cherish her memory. She is survived by her sisters, Shirley Bowden and her husband Larry, Ola Solomon and her husband Leo, Susie Sankey and her husband Jesse, and Annie Ruth Pierson and her husband Arthur. She is also survived by her godchildren, Sonya Braden and Cornelius Venson; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. May her memory bring comfort to all who were blessed to know her.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Green Hills Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Green Hills Funeral Home with Rev. JD Sankey officiating. Burial will follow the service at Rock Elvy Missionary Baptist Church where she will be laid to rest beside her husband.

The staff of Green Hills Funeral Home is honored to serve the Teague family.

10/23/2026

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10/17/2026

Vicki Denise Vandergrift Schmidt, beloved wife, mother, sister, and Mimi, born March 10, 1951, entered eternal life on October 8, 2026. Born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, Vicki was the daughter of Ulmo Stanley “Buddy” Vandergrift and Pauline Scalco Vandergrift. She graduated from West End High School (1969) and later earned a Bachelor of Arts in Education from Troy University (1996).

Vicki is survived by her husband, John Schmidt; her sons, Chris (Diane), Tim, and Steve (Tiffani); her grandchildren, Caitlyn, Abigayle, Lily, Christian, and Ollie; her sister, Peggy Vandergrift; her niece, Sherry Schwellinger and sister-in-law Susan Murphy. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ulmo Stanley “Buddy” Vandergrift and Pauline Scalco Vandergrift, and her sister, LaNell Gaylor.

Vicki brought joy wherever she went. She could light up a room with her bright smile, her engaging spirit, infectious laughter, and love of life. She made every gathering more memorable. She lived fully in the moment, treasured adventures and travel, and had a special gift for making holidays magical. Creative by nature, she loved to design, make, and celebrate—always surrounded by friends and family.

For 54 years, Vicki and her husband John, built a life centered on love, family, service, and friendship. As a devoted Marine Corps wife (25 years), she moved wherever the Marine Corps sent their family and made each new place feel like home. She also served as a mentor to many wives of deployed Marines under John’s command. The bonds she formed along the way grew into lifelong friendships that remained dear to her throughout her life.

Vicki was wonderfully blessed to be a “boy mom.” She embraced all the sports, activities, the commotion, and the many antics of her three sons—often leading a few antics of her own. She was the rock of her family and loved them with her entire being. Her greatest joy was the life she shared with John, their three sons, and their five grandchildren, who knew her lovingly as Mimi.

Her Catholic faith was deeply important to her. She lived her life through faithful stewardship, service, and a sincere commitment to her church. She also loved her annual family pilgrimage to Craig Springs, VA hosted by Father John Williams. Her compassion extended to animals as well. Over the years, many rescues and strays found a loving home and her faithful pets brought great joy to her life.

A very special thank you to the “angels on earth” who provided amazing compassion & loving care to Vicki: LaKessha Smith, JaSonya Smith, Meunshay Stephens, and Janice Milton.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00am on Monday, October 19, 2026, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Montgomery, with visitation one hour prior to the service in the Parish Hall. Following the service, the family invites friends to a reception lunch. A private graveside service will follow at Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo, Alabama.

In lieu of flowers, the family invites memorial donations to Alzheimer’s Association or charity of choice in her honor. The staff of Green Hills Funeral Home is honored to serve the Schmidt family.

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