Bowen Funeral Home

06/23/2026

Bruce Carl Hamaker, age 64, of Decatur, Alabama, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026, at his residence. Bruce was born on June 15, 1962, in Birmingham, Alabama, to Billy Royce and Carleen Porter Hamaker. As a truck driver for many years, Bruce spent countless hours and miles on the road, driving both locally and over the road. Bruce loved being outdoors and especially enjoyed fishing. More than anything, he enjoyed the time he spent with his family, particularly his beloved grandchildren, who brought him great joy. Bruce never met a stranger. He was a true people person who loved visiting with others and striking up conversations wherever he went.
Mr. Hamaker is survived by his daughter, Katie Langley (Anthony); his grandchildren, Jackson and Amelia Langley; his brothers, Brian Hamaker (LaDonna) and Brad Hamaker (Sherri); his nieces, Alisha Burrell (Andrew) and Amy Medley (Dillon); his nephew, Wes Hudson (Katie); and a host of other family members and friends. Mr. Hamaker was preceded in death by his parents, Billy and Carleen Hamaker.
Funeral services for Mr. Hamaker will be held on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Hamaker family.

06/18/2026

Laura Joyce Vickery, age 88, of Brilliant, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at her residence. Mrs. Vickery was born on September 19, 1937, in Mississippi to Oscar and Arzella Hugley Haley. She was a graduate of Brilliant High School and a faithful member of the Goldmine Church of Christ. Joyce lived most of her life in the Brilliant community, where she devoted herself to her family as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker. In addition to caring for her family, Mrs. Vickery served as a substitute teacher for many years at Brilliant School. In her spare time, she enjoyed working in the yard, shopping, going to yard sales, and traveling with her husband.
Mrs. Vickery is survived by her husband, Billy R. Vickery; her daughters, Vicki Salter (Noel), Donna Self (David), and Debra Vickery; her grandchildren, Brandi Crumpton (Jonathan), Shannon Salter, Janet Williams (Chad), and Jarrod Barnes (Jordan); her great grandchildren, Tyler Crumpton (Katie), Baylie Crumpton, JB Crumpton, Gavin Williams, and Zella Williams, along with a host of nieces, nephews and other family members.
Mrs. Vickery was preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Arzella Haley; and her sisters, Mildred, Opal, and Tommie Jean.
Funeral services for Mrs. Vickery will be held on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. from the Goldmine Church of Christ, with burial to follow in the adjoining cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. service time at the church.

Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Vickery family.

06/15/2026

Jason Kyle Durham, age 49, of Winfield passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026. Jason was born on November 15, 1976, to Thomas Durham and Eva Jean Shirey. He was a 1995 graduate of Winfield City High School. Jason spent much of his life working in construction with MGA Construction alongside his brothers. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing guitar, hunting, fishing, and watching Alabama football.
Jason is survived by his daughters, Alivia Durham and Ashlyn O’Mary; his fiancé, Amy Nix; his siblings, Tom Durham (Darlene Prescott), Dorinda Durham-Eddy (Dusty), and Jon Durham (Robin); and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members. Jason was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Durham and Eva Jean Shirey and his stepfather David Box.
The family will receive friends for a time of visitation on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel.

Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Durham family.

06/09/2026

Mrs. Rebecca Sue Brown, age 65, of Winfield, formerly of Berry, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at Fayette Medical Center. Mrs. Brown was born on March 15, 1961, in Jasper, Alabama, to James Lewis and Ola Mae Fondren Swindle. She attended Berry High School and later earned a degree in Medical Transcription from Bevill State Community College. She was employed for 16 years at Fayette Long-Term Care Center, where she began her career as a nursing aide and later served as the unit secretary until her retirement. Rebecca dedicated much of her life to helping others. She was a member of North River Rescue and faithfully served as an EMT for 35 years. In her spare time Rebecca enjoyed fishing, sewing, going out for Mexican food, and spending time with her family. She was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
Mrs. Brown is survived by her husband of 48 years, Paul Brown; her daughter, Jenny Capps (Taylor); her granddaughters, Jenna Sullivan (Grayson) and Jordyn Simmons; her siblings, James Calvin Swindle, Judy Radcliff, and Barbie Ledlow (Dale); and a host of nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Brown was preceded in death by her daughter, Brenda Elaine Brown; her sisters-in-law, Donna Swindle and Norma Brown; and her brother-in-law, Bob Radcliff.
Funeral services for Mrs. Brown will be held on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in Pleasant Hill Cemetery near Berry. Visitation will be held on Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Mrs. Brown will lie in state on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. service time.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Brown family.

05/30/2026

Mrs. Mona Lena Tidwell, age 89, of the Hubbertville community, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026, at the Fayette Medical Center. Mrs. Tidwell was born on February 13, 1937, in Fayette County, Alabama, to the late Verdo Johnson and Betty Ann Reese. She attended Hubbertville School and was a member of Hubbertville Church of Christ. Mona worked for many years in area garment plants before going on to help her husband own and operate Tidwell Fabric and Upholstery Shop, where they worked together for more than 20 years. She enjoyed cooking for her family, gardening, tending her flower beds, canning, and sewing.
Mrs. Tidwell is survived by her husband, Tommie Tidwell; her daughter, Sabina Tidwell Hollingsworth; her granddaughters, Christina Renee and Catherine Grace Hollingsworth; her sister, Beddie Johnson Bobbit (Mark); special friends, David and Marty Tidwell and son Troy Tidwell Bubba; and a host of other family members and friends.
Mrs. Tidwell was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Nita Perry and Carlean Griffith; and her brother, Buster Johnson.
Funeral services for Mrs. Tidwell will be held on Monday, June 1, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Hubbertville Church of Christ Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Monday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home. Serving as pallbearers will be: David Tidwell, Troy Tidwell, Clifford Hollingsworth, and Brent Whitley. Scott Baggett will serve as officiating minister.

Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Tidwell family.

05/25/2026

Maylene Dodd McWhirter passed away peacefully in her home on May 24, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. She was 79 years old.
Maylene was born and raised in Fayette County, Alabama. She was the daughter of Floyd Dodd and Estelle Sprinkle Dodd of Fayette County. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Leon “Buck” Dodd and his wife, Nell Dodd, Donnie Dodd, Hoyt Dodd and his wife, Bobbie Jean Dodd, Dean Dodd, Bill Dodd, Joe Dodd, and Benjie Dodd.
Maylene is survived by her husband, Larry McWhirter; her daughters, Marlene Howell and her husband, Mark, and Amy McCown and her husband, Scott. She leaves behind three grandchildren: Daniel Howell and his wife Martha; Rachel Woolard and her husband, Brandon, and Andrew McCown. She also leaves behind eight great-grandchildren: Jenaleigh, Analeigh, Hayden, Lorelei, Naomi, Enoch, Eli, and Ezra. She is also survived by her brother, Bobby Dodd and his wife, Maxine Dodd; Her sister, Rita Bailey and her husband, Elvis Bailey; and special sisters-in-law: Margaret Dodd (Donnie), Ann Dodd (Dean), Penny Dodd (Bill), Donna Dodd (Joe), and Kay Dodd (Benjie). She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Maylene will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Sprinkle Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the McWhirter family.

05/25/2026

05/24/2026

Robert Derrell Gann, better known as Snook, age 81, of Winfield, passed away at his residence on Friday, May 22, 2026. Mr. Gann was born in Marion County, Alabama on July 10, 1944, to Robert Claude and Birdie Jones Gann. He was a 1963 graduate of Brilliant High School and a faithful member of Eastside Baptist Church, where he taught Sunday School for many years. Robert spent more than 40 years working in the coal mining industry as an underground miner with Gorgas and Shoals Creek Mines. Following a mining accident that resulted in the loss of part of his leg, he courageously continued working for another 30 years before his retirement. During his time at Gorgas, he also served as president of the local UMWA chapter. When not working, Robert enjoyed spending time outdoors, fishing, listening to country music, and spending time with his family. Above all else, Robert loved worshipping and serving the Lord.
Mr. Gann is survived by his wife, Paulette Hickman Gann; his sons, Robert Scott Gann (Monica) and Chris Gann (Amanda); his grandchildren, Robert Braxton Gann, William Gann, Sarah Gann, Jeremiah Gann (LeAnna), Anna Gann, Savannah Gann, and Silas Gann; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members.
Mr. Gann was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Claude and Birdie Gann; his brothers, J.B., Jesse, and David; and his sister, Bobbie.
Funeral services for Mr. Gann will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in Brilliant Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Gann family.

05/23/2026

Mr. Gary Wayne Dodd, age 78 of Lynn, passed away on May 23, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Dodd is survived by his wife of 30 years Mrs. Diane Dodd, his children, Alisa Tidwell, Keshia Franks (Anthony), Kimberly Hogan (George), Danielle Dodd (Austin Herod), Brittany Cheatham (James Pratt), Angie Roberts, and Sandy Scott, 17 grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren, his brothers, Charles Dodd and Jerome Dodd, and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Ella Wallace Dodd, his only son, Tony Dodd, several brothers, one infant sister, and one infant granddaughter, Oaklynn Kay Elizabeth Pratt. The family would like to recognize a special niece, Leigh Ann Dodd for all her help during this trying time, and Gentiva Hospice for their wonderful care for all these years. Funeral services for Mr. Dodd will be held on Monday, May 25th at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home chapel with burial to follow in the Oak Grove cemetery near Highway 278. The visitation will be held on Sunday, May 24th from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield serving the Dodd family.

05/22/2026

James Anthony “Tony” Whitehead, age 65, of Tuscaloosa, formerly of Winfield, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Tony was born in Winfield, Alabama on December 2, 1960, to James Harold and Ellon Roberts Whitehead. He was a 1979 graduate of Winfield High School and later earned his bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of North Alabama. Tony worked with several financial institutions in the Tuscaloosa area throughout his career before joining Alabama Credit Union, where he served for more than 10 years and remained employed at the time of his passing.
Tony is survived by his mother, Ellon Whitehead; his brother Tracy Whitehead (Cassi); his sister, Cynthia May; his nephews, Dylan and Matthew Whitehead; his special work family, Lisa Falls, Allison Smith, Cherish Spencer, Carson Montgomery, Kelly Lightsey, Lara Chandler, Kaitlyn Brummett; special friends, Blake, Heather, and Olivia Eatman; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Tony was preceded in death by his father, James Harold Whitehead; and his grandparents, Henry and Fannie Roberts and Garfield and Ava Jo Whitehead.
Funeral services for Tony will be held on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Zion Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.
Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, AL serving the Whitehead family.