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Neely Brooke Williams

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Mrs. Neely Brooke Williams

Mrs. Neely Brooke Williams, age 38, of Piedmont, AL, formerly of Tallapoosa, GA, passed away December 26, 2025. She was born July 23, 1987 in Carrollton, GA to her parents, Eddie and Cynthia Williams.

Neely had a deep love for the outdoors—especially fishing and hunting—and she cherished her animals dearly. Some of her happiest moments were spent welcoming others as the hostess at Backwoods Restaurant, where her warmth and joy could truly shine.

She is survived by her husband, Thomas “Billy” Madison; parents, Eddie and Cynthia Williams, of Troy, AL; sister and brother in law, Nicole Williams and Matthew Schmit, of Forest Homes, AL; grandmother, Patsy Williams, of Cumming, GA; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00PM in the Miller Funeral Home Dogwood Chapel with Rev. Dennis Bottoms officiating. The family will receive friends in the chapel on Saturday beginning at 1:00PM.


Kenneth Eugene Shead


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Kenneth Eugene Shead

Kenneth Eugene Shead, age 87 of Temple, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 5, 2026.

Born in Douglas County, Georgia, on June 26, 1938, he was the son of the late Dixon Phillip Shead and the late Faye Broom Shead. In addition to his parents, Kenneth is preceded in death by his wife, Pansy Gail Carroll Shead, his son, Brad Shead,  and several brothers and sisters.

A proud American patriot, Kenneth served honorably in the United States Navy.  His dedication was also seen in his 35 year career with Lockheed Martin working in the electrical department.  Kenneth enjoyed being outside in nature, walking in the woods and by the creek.  His family was his pride and joy and they loved hearing his stories of days gone by.  

His survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Sharon & Scott Wages of Dallas; his son and daughter-in-law, Brian & Tara Shead of Temple; and his precious grandchildren: Holli Lawrence, Michael Wages, Kelsie Shead, Tanner Huckaby & fiance` Jamie Welch, and Tate Huckaby.  Also surviving are his sisters, Dianne Shead Peek and Vicky Shead, as well as other extended family members.

In keeping with his wishes, Mr. Shead will be cremated.  

The family is hosting a A Celebration of Life for Kenneth Shead on Saturday, February 14,  2026, at Happy Valley Baptist Church Gym between the hours of 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM

Hutcheson’s Memorial Chapel & Crematory of Buchanan is honored to serve the cremation needs of the Shead family.

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