The community of Marion, Alabama, is mourning the tragic loss of Rodney M. Milner, who was identified by Alabama State Troopers as the victim of a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred early Thursday morning in Greene County.
The Tragic Incident
According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), the crash happened around 6:00 a.m. on October 30, 2025, along Greene County Road 18 near Swan Lane, approximately four miles north of Demopolis.
Investigators say that Milner, 65, was driving a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup truck when, for reasons still under investigation, the vehicle veered off the roadway and struck a tree. The collision caused significant damage to the truck.
Authorities confirmed that Milner was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash and was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders. ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the tragic accident.
Remembering Rodney M. Milner
Rodney Milner’s passing has left a deep sense of sorrow in Marion and beyond. Those who knew him remember him as a hardworking and kind-hearted man whose friendly nature made a lasting impression on everyone he met. Friends and family describe him as someone who approached life with sincerity, humility, and a quiet strength that inspired those around him.
As loved ones grieve this sudden loss, they reflect on the preciousness of life and the importance of safety on the road. Rodney’s passing serves as a somber reminder of how quickly tragedy can strike and how vital it is to take precautions that protect ourselves and others.
The Marion community joins together in remembering Rodney M. Milner — honoring his life, his kindness, and the legacy of warmth and friendship he leaves behind.
May he rest in peace, and may his memory continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.