William Barksdale Rivers Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of William Barksdale Rivers of Somerville, Alabama, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 20, 2026 at the age of 91. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Barksdale Rivers to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Willie Bryant Rivers and Fannie Louisa Hodges Rivers; his wife Charlynn Bennett Rivers; his daughter Melanie Diane Rivers McGee; and his siblings, Julia Christine Rivers, W. C. Rivers and Wayne Rivers.
He is survived by: his daughters, Sherry Lynn Rivers Sharp (Carlton) and Tammy Annette Rivers Baker (Tim); his sister Bulia Charlene Bingham; his grandchildren, Diana King (Heath), Daniel McGee (Brooke), Emily Hargrove (Corey), Adam Sharp (Leah), Bethany Reid (Cody), Courtney McGee and Audrey Baker; his great grandchildren, Lucas, Natalie, Wyatt, Hagen, Brilee, Joseph, Ellie, Elijah, Austin, Avett, Charlotte and Hudson; and his great great grandchildren, Harper, Hollynd, Taytum Klaire and Bennett (On).
