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Mrs. Lorraine Alice Stai Smith, age 89 of Brilliant, formerly of Moline, IL went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 28, 2023. Mrs. Smith was born in EauClaire, WI on February 3, 1934 in East Moline, IL to Francis Clayton and Anna Marie Fedie Stai. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Moline, Illinois and a graduate of Rock Island High School in Rock Island, IL. Lorraine was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother with her world revolving around her family and extended family. Mrs. Smith hosted many family events and holiday get-togethers. She always had a home full of loved ones and laughter. Lorraine was employed with Epic Food Services at the John Deere Administration Building as supervisor overseeing the dining room, cafeteria, and special events. She enjoyed traveling and being with her husband and family.

Mrs. Smith is survived by her children, Donna Lyons of Rock Island, IL, Ann Allen of San Bernardino, CA, Lorraine “June” Cagle of Brilliant, AL, Melvin Smith, Jr of Moline, IL, Frances “Marty” Smith of Moline, IL, 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Smith, Sr., a daughter, Theresa Bodiford, grandchildren, Gabriel Haney and Melanie Bodiford, her parents, two sisters and a brother.

Memorial services for Mrs. Smith will be announced later.

Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, Alabama serving the Smith family.

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Mr. Roger Lynn May, age 60, of Winfield, AL passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023 in the Walker Baptist Medical Center. Mr. May was born in Florence, Alabama on June 4, 1963 to Paul and Betty Poole May. Roger attended Wilson High School and was employed with Clayton Supply of Winfield for 25 years. In his spare time Roger enjoyed Alabama football, being outdoors riding ATVs, Talladega racing, Harley Davidson motorcycles, swimming, and spending time with family and friends.

Mr. May is survived by his wife, Mary May, son, Timothy May, mother, Betty May, stepchildren, Eric Turbyfill (Brittany Adams) and Alyssa Fikes (Adam), step-grandchildren, Jaxon Adams, Liam Turbyfill, and Addy Fikes, brothers, Tim May (Teresa), and Charles May, fur babies, Bubba Jay and Baby Girl, and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members and friends.

Mr. May was preceded in death by his father, Paul May, and brother, Kenneth May.

Funeral services for Mr. May will be held on Monday, July 31, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel. The visitation will be held from 1:00p.m. until 2:00p.m. service time at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Fayette County Animal Shelter 635 McConnell Loop Fayette, AL 35555.

Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield serving the May family.

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Mr. Jesse Littleton Williamson, age 80, of Winfield passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023 at his residence. Mr. Williamson was born in Walker County, Alabama on November 3, 1942 to John and Eva Clark Williamson. Jesse was a very hardworking man who began working at an early age farming and in chicken houses, before beginning his career in oil drilling. In his spare time Jesse enjoyed collecting baseball cards and knives, fishing, hunting, and camping with his family. He also enjoyed woodworking and building airplanes that he powered by fuel. Jesse loved his family and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He will be missed by all who loved and knew him.

Mr. Williamson is survived by his wife of almost 59 years, Mary Helen Williamson, sons, Chistopher Williamson (Kara) and Ricky Williamson, grandchildren, Jessie Williamson (Lauren), Caleb Wilson (Taylor Brimer), Nathan Williamson, Kaden Williamson, and Wren Williamson, great grandson, Adrian Wilson, brother, Earnest Williamson (Charlotte), sister-in-law, Deborah,23 nieces, 13 nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Williamson was preceded in death by his daughter, Janice Renee Nichols, and brothers, Edgra, Ervin, Billy, James, William, and Roger Williamson.

Funeral services for Mr. Williamson will be held on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the West Alabama Memorial Gardens. The visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.

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

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Mr. Timothy Lowell Franks, better known as Tim, age 65, of Winfield passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at his residence. Tim was born in Guin, Alabama on May 21, 1958 to Lowell and Faye Atkinson Franks. He was a member of the Mt. Olive Freewill Baptist Church and attended Winfield Church of Christ for many years. Tim was a 1976 graduate of Marion County High School and a member of the 1973 State Champion football team. He later attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham where he earned a B.S degree in finance. He spent much of his life as an entrepreneur in various businesses before his retirement into farming. Tim was involved in many organizations and civic activities; the Alabama Cattleman’s Association, the Winfield Touchdown Club, Tip Off Club and Homerun Club, all of which he served as president. In his spare time Tim enjoyed farming, supporting WCHS Athletics and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Mr. Franks is survived by his wife, Marcia McGuire Franks, children, Blake Franks (Payten) and Lisa Ann Mullins (Drew), grandchildren, Ja’borri McGhee, Dani Kate Franks, Eliza Jane Lovett, Charlotte Ray Mullins, and Lydia Scott Franks, and a host of other family members and friends.

In addition to his parents Mr. Franks was preceded in death by his parents-in-law, Robert and Mildred McGuire and a sister-in-law, Nancy McGuire.

Funeral services for Mr. Franks will be held on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Mt. Olive Freewill Baptist Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Hospice of Northwest Alabama at P.O. Box 1216 Winfield, Alabama 35594.

 

Bowen Funeral Home of Winfield, Alabama serving the Franks family.