Arnold Woodham Announces Re-Election Campaign for Coffee County Coroner
Coffee County, Alabama —
Arnold Woodham officially announced today that he is seeking re-election as Coffee County Coroner, citing significant progress made during his first term and a continued commitment to serving families with professionalism, compassion, and integrity.
During his time in office, Woodham has led the Coroner’s Office through meaningful modernization and collaboration efforts. The office transitioned to electronic systems to improve documentation, efficiency, and accountability. Stronger working relationships have been established with local and state law enforcement agencies, the District Attorney’s Office, and neighboring county coroners to ensure coordinated and thorough death investigations.
With the support of the Coffee County Commission and Sheriff Byrd, the Coroner’s Office expanded its presence by adding an office within the Sheriff’s Office in New Brockton, improving accessibility and interagency cooperation. Additionally, the county morgue was relocated from the basement of the Coffee County facility to a dedicated location in New Brockton, providing a more appropriate and professional environment for operations.
Woodham has prioritized ongoing education and training to ensure the Coroner’s Office remains current with best practices and investigative standards. “Our responsibility is to be the voice for the deceased,” Woodham said. “Every death deserves the appropriate level of investigation, and when evidence warrants further action, we must be prepared to proceed thoroughly and professionally.”
Woodham emphasized that the strength of the Coroner’s Office lies in its team. “With my Chief Deputy Mark Kelley and Deputies Patrick Alford and Tim Whitehead, we are proud to offer Coffee County the highest level of compassion, professionalism, and service,” he said. “Together, we work to ensure families are treated with dignity, respect, and care during their most difficult moments.”
Reflecting on his first term, Woodham shared the personal motivation behind his service. “I’m often asked why I would want to serve as coroner,” he said. “My motivation comes from being able to serve families during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Families are often overwhelmed by tragedy and don’t always know what questions to ask or what steps to take. Our role is to guide them, support them, and help make an incredibly hard time just a little easier.” Woodham emphasized that the role has been both humbling and educational. “I’ve learned a lot and continue to learn every day,” he said. “I am deeply grateful for the trust Coffee County has placed in me during my first term.”
Looking ahead, Woodham expressed his desire to continue building on the progress made. “If re-elected, I look forward to serving Coffee County as your coroner for the next four years, continuing to improve our operations, strengthen partnerships, and ensure every family receives the respect, care, and diligence they deserve.”
