Luther R. Tidwell, 92, of Big Cove, a WWII Navy Veteran aboard the USS Franklin Aircraft Carrier, Died November 22, 2018. He was preceded by Beryl Broad Tidwell, his wife of 68 years. He is survived by 2 daughters, Kay Tidwell of Big Cove and Marco Shindlebower of Decatur and Cindy and John Romine of Big Cove, 1 Grandson Bo Riley Bass of Big Cove, 1 Granddaughter, Courtney and Jake Andrews of Big Cove. Visitation will be at the Hampton Cove Funeral Home, 6262 Hwy 431 So. In the Big Cove Community, Saturday November 24th, 9 am to 11 am. Graveside Service following Visitation will be at The Camp Ground Cemetery, Camp Ground Road, Big Cove, weather permitting. The Service will be at the Hampton Cove Funeral Home if raining. In Lieu of Flowers, Memorial Donations can be made to the Camp Ground Cemetery C/O Kay Tidwell, 730 Old Big Cove Road, Owens Cross Roads, Ala, 35763
Published in The Huntsville Times on Nov. 25, 2018

BAILEY, Raymond Collins of San Diego, CA, born August 31, 1927 in Urbana, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, November 13, 2018. Preceded in death by beloved wife, Dorothy (Dot) Bailey (married 62 years). Devoted father of Roger (Wanda) Bailey (AZ) and Elaine (Ken) Young (IL). Cherished grandfather of Heather Cochrane (IL) and great grandfather of Devonte, Jordan, and Caroline Cochrane. He is also survived by his sister, Stephanie Purkey (IL). Mr. Bailey lived in Otay Mesa for over 58 years. During World War II, he served on the USS Franklin and is also a Korean War Veteran. Retired United States Navy First Class Photo Mate, a retiree from Rohr, and a professional photographer. Mr. Bailey will be interred at Glenn Abbey Mortuary in Bonita. Viewing will be Sunday, November 25, 2018 from 5 to 8 pm. Funeral services will be Monday, November 26 at 10 am. The family is asking for donations to the National World War II Museum in New Orleans in lieu of flowers.