James "John" Brasher

James "John" Brasher, age 87, of Fayette AL, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Fayette Medical Center. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Norwood-Wyatt Chapel, from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Norwood-Wyatt Chapel, at 3:00 p.m. There will be a visitation one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow at Rehobeth Baptist Church Cemetery. Norwood-Wyatt Chapel will be directing the service.

James M "John” Brasher born January 2, 1938 was a dedicated and loving husband, dad, PawPaw, and friend who passed away at the age of 87 on April 22, 2025.

John dedicated his life to serving his community and the town he loved dearly. From landscaping the “Y”, Christmas At The Park, train rides at Frog Level and the March for Jesus, and working with the Fayette County inmates to beautify the city of Fayette, he found joy in serving others, giving back to his community and making it a beautiful place.

Throughout his life he received many recognitions and awards for his accomplishments. He created The Brasher Women’s Ministry with the Sheriff County Inmates for 13 years, won 4th place Shaklee in the nation, August 29, 2010 the city of Fayette declared it John & Doris Day, VFW of the United States, Chamber of Commerce citizen of the year, Garden Club Member of the Year for the state, deep south, and nation as well as many other wonderful achievements.

He is preceded in death by: his son Jeff Brasher, grandson Austin Brasher, great grandchild Kennedy Madison, his parents C.C. "Shorty" and Eunice Hubbert Brasher, two sisters Linda Smith and Sue Davis, brothers Jake, Tommy, Dale, Max, Jerry and Billy Ray Brasher and son in law Tim Dennis.

He is survived by his spouse, Doris Harkness Brasher, daughter, Pam Brasher Dennis, daughter-in-law, Pamela Ray Brasher, sister, Shirley Gladden (George), grandchildren, Lauren (Samuel) Wakefield, Lindsey Hoggle, Jennifer Madison (Matthew), great grandchildren, Will and Hallie Wakefield, Raleigh Hoggle, Blaine and Drayton Madison.

John never met a stranger, he made a lasting impression on everyone he encountered, and left his mark throughout the city of Fayette ensuring that his legacy will be felt for years to come.

Pallbearers will be Max Brasher, Dale Brasher Jr., Allen Brasher, Bart Brasher, Samuel Wakefield, and Matthew Madison.