All Obituaries 

​Joseph Francis Bleskoski, age 83, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026. A resident of Lanett, Alabama, Joe was born on November 8, 1942, in Syracuse, New York, to the late Albert and Frances (Mott) Bleskoski. ​Joe joined the Army at the age of 18 and was stationed at Fort Benning in Columbus, Georgia. While on weekend leave, he traveled to Valley, Alabama, with an Army buddy for a double date—a trip that led him to the love of his life, Brenda. They shared 59 beautiful years of ...

Jesse Eugene "Gene" Covington went to the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 13, 2026.  Gene was born on July 3, 1940, in Birmingham, Alabama.   He met Janice Wilson at Samford University and married her in 1960.   Gene completed his Pharmacy degree at Auburn University in 1963. He then served in the US Army Medical Service Corps in Ft. Bliss, Texas, from 1964 to 1967 with final rank of Captain.   He and Janice moved back to “The ...

     Robert Lee Moore, Age 87 of Valley, passed from the arms of his daughter into the arms of Jesus on Monday morning, April 13, 2026.      Robert was born on February 7, 1939, in Langdale, AL, to James Claude Moore and Luddie Mae Folds Moore. He was a resident of the Shawmut and Lake Harding communities.      Mr. Moore graduated Valley High School in 1957 and married his high-school, and lifelong sweetheart, Joan Daniel Moore in 1958. They ...

   David Arthur Breedlove, known to family and friends as David, passed away on April 13, 2026, in Auburn, Alabama, at the age of 68.    He was born on May 19, 1957, in Valley, Alabama, and spent his life rooted in the values of hard work, loyalty, and kindness. David was a loving and kind man whose presence brought comfort and steadiness to those around him. He will be remembered for the genuine way he cared for others and for the many relationships he built throughout ...

  Shawna Kelly Hammond, 26, of Valley, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026. She was born to Marlene Davis Hammond and Thomas Kelly Hammond on July 2, 1999, in Homestead, Florida.   Shawna is preceded in death by her father, Thomas Kelly Hammond.   She is survived by her mother Marlene Miichelle Hammond (Marty Mantelo), brother, Randy Davis, sister, Chasedy Hammond, brother in law, Eric Domes, nieces, Amylia Domes, Alyza Domes, Alyvia Domes one grandfather, and two ...

  Tim Brown, age 68, of Valley, Alabama, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026. Born on December 13, 1957. Tim lived a life that reflected kindness, humility, deep faith, and genuine love for others above all else.   Tim was the kind of person people were naturally drawn to. He never met a stranger, and it was impossible to meet him and not like him. Though he could be soft-spoken, his presence left a lasting impression. He had a pure heart, the kind that showed up in small, ...

   Judy “Mawmaw” Young Carnley, 84 of Valley, AL passed away Saturday April 04, 2026.    She was born on December 18, 1941, to the late Harold and Mildred Young. She was a member of West End Baptist. She served for over 25 years to Valley Haven School.    Mawmaw was a precious soul who made everyone she encountered feel special. She loved the Lord and always saw on the “brighter side of things.” She always woke with “This is the ...

  Steven Bartley Lyons passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, at the age of 76. He will be remembered for his steady presence, quiet strength, and the legacy he leaves behind through his children and grandchildren.   Steve took pride in his work and was known for being dependable, hardworking, and committed to doing things the right way. He owned his own real estate appraisal business for nearly two decades and was highly respected in his field.   He also proudly served ...

  Daniel Lee Brown, 60, of Valley, Alabama, passed away on April 3, 2026, in Opelika, Alabama, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on March 15, 1966, in Germany, Daniel was the son of Mary Moncus (Hanson) and the late George Brown.   Daniel built a full and hardworking life as a self-employed contractor, skilled in everything from roofing to painting. He was known for being able to fix just about anything and for taking pride in every job he touched. His work ethic, ...

     Victoria “Vicki” Elizabeth Harris Stephens of Valley passed away on April 2, 2026. She was born on February 15, 1947, in LaFayette, AL to Olin Parker Harris, Sr. and Laura Elizabeth Pursell Harris.      Vicki enjoyed spending time in her yard planting flowers, helping animals, singing in the choir at Shawmut Nazarene Church, but especially enjoyed spending time with her family that she adored so much.      Vicki is survived by ...