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Kathleen “Kathy” Frances Terrian, age 70, of Winfield, passed away at her residence on Monday, July 27, 2026. Kathy was born on January 12, 1956, in Monterey Park, California, to Arthur Thomas and Imogene Stinson Ellis. She dedicated her life to caring for her family as a devoted homemaker. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend. Her greatest joy was spending time with those she loved. In her spare time, Kathy enjoyed fishing, playing card games, watching movies, and traveling. She had a deep love for music and found happiness in playing the piano and guitar. She especially loved family gatherings and looked forward to celebrating holidays with those she loved.

Mrs. Terrian is survived by her husband, Michael Terrian; her daughter, Catherine Elizabeth Jackson (Sam); her grandchildren, Joey Terrian, Emily Martin (Matthew), Ashley Pannell (James), Heaven McDowell (Cobee Shep), Mark Adamski II, Caden Norris, Tyler Hedrick (Kaitlyn), and Steffaney Hedrick; her great grandchildren, Aiden and Jaxon Martin, Dacien Goodwin, and Cass, Mason, and Stanley Hedrick; her sisters, Sherry Stewart and Lou Conrad; and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Terrian was preceded in death by her daughter, Jennifer Hedrick; her son, Michael Joseph Terrian Jr.; her grandson, Luke Norris; and her sister, Melody Young.

A memorial service for Mrs. Terrian will be held on Friday, July 31, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel. The visitation will be held on Friday from 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.

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Pearl Elizabeth Gardner, daughter of George Wallace, age 60, of Columbus, MS passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026. Funeral services for Mrs. Gardner will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the West Alabama memorial Gardens. The visitation will be held on Saturday from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.

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Sammy Jackson Wyers, 75, passed away at his home in Winfield, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, July 23, 2026. He was born in Winfield, Alabama, to the late James Marshall and Frankie Lee Wyers. He was a 1969 graduate of Winfield City High School and a graduate of Northwest Alabama State Junior College with a degree in Forestry. After college, Sammy worked for Weyerhaeuser Timber Company for 24 years and then began his own timber and land management business, where he remained until he became disabled.

Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Deborah (Debi) Swindle Wyers and his sons, Adam (Sandy), Paul (Nicole), and David (Deana) Wyers. His grandchildren, Ellie Wyers, Makayla Poole (Taylor), Bonds Wyers, Hannah Carter (Austin), Brayden Wyers, Tripp Wyers, Sam Henry Wyers, Isabella Wyers and great-granddaughter, Annslee Carter, lovingly knew him as “Pop”. Sammy has one brother, James Franklin Wyers (Loretta), special nieces Marsha Farris (Daryl) and Lana Wyers, and a host of other nieces, nephews, family and many friends. Sammy loved his cousin, Ernie Black, like a brother.

Sammy was a faithful member of Winfield Church of Christ and over the years served as a Bible class teacher, song leader, deacon, and elder. For years he enjoyed and looked forward to Vacation Bible School where he was part of the puppet show team and was better known as “Scooter”. He enjoyed spending time fishing and hunting – especially with his sons. His community involvement over the years included serving on the Winfield Water Works Board, Winfield Park & Recreation Board, and coaching youth baseball and football.

Service will be held at Winfield Church of Christ. Visitation Monday, July 27, 2026, 1:00-3:00 and service to follow at 3:00PM.

Officiating Ministers: Charles Williams (McMinnville, TN), Tony Brown (Marietta, MS) and Hugh Glaze (Trion, GA)

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Wilma Howell, 84, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 17, 1942, Wilma lived a Christian life centered on faith, family, and love. She will be remembered for her kind heart, gentle spirit, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.

Wilma attended Hubbertville High School, where she distinguished herself through both her character and academic achievement. In 1960, she was crowned homecoming queen during her senior year and graduated as valedictorian of her class.

Wilma found her greatest joy in being a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She possessed a special gift for making people feel welcomed and loved, and her home was always a place of warmth and comfort.

She also had a lifelong love for growing plants. If there was an available patch of ground—or almost anything that could hold a little dirt—Wilma would find a way to plant something in it. Her ability to nurture things and help them grow reflected the same patient care she gave so freely to the people in her life.

Wilma is lovingly survived by her three children, Mark (Marlene) Howell, Karen (Tim) White, and Jody (Wanda) Howell; six grandchildren, Daniel (Martha) Howell, Rachel (Brandon) Woolard, Breanna McGuire, Maegan (Travis) Whitson, Tanner Howell, and Taylor Howell; and 11 great-grandchildren, who brought her immense joy.

She is also survived by her three sisters, Nancy Barnes, Evelyn Estes, and Linda Sanderson, as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who will cherish her memory.

Wilma was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James “Bud” Howell; her cherished granddaughter, Kayla White; her parents, John and Evacille Herren; and her brothers, Larry Herren and Sydney Herren.

Wilma’s life was a beautiful example of Christian faith, unconditional love, quiet strength, and selfless generosity. Though her family grieves her passing, they find comfort in the countless memories she created, the lives she helped nurture, and the enduring love she leaves behind. Like the many things she lovingly planted and tended, her influence will continue to grow and bear fruit through the generations of the family she loved so deeply.

The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Marion Regional Nursing Home in Hamilton, Alabama, for the exceptional care, kindness, and affection they showed Wilma. They not only cared for her needs but also came to love her, just as she dearly loved them. The family is also deeply grateful for the many prayers, expressions of love, and acts of support shown during this difficult time.

Funeral services for Mrs. Howell will be held on Friday, July 24, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. from the bowmen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Hillcrest church of Christ Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. service time at the funeral home.

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