Who Is Cody Nugent?
Cody was raised in Rodentown, a small community a few miles from Marshall County
just inside DeKalb County. At an early age his family had cattle, but transitioned to
poultry farming about the time he was 12. He spent his early teens working on the
family poultry farm, while attending school and church. He started working at the age of
16 in Boaz at the Nova 9 Cinemas. Soon after high school, he attended the college at
Gadsden State Community College and then the University of Alabama in Huntsville to
study accounting. He made the decision to leave this path, after a growing interest in
funeral service. He started his career in funeral service in 2009 where he started his
apprenticeship. He completed his Associates in Funeral Service Education from
Jefferson State Community College in 2013. Cody has served the citizens in Marshall
County in funeral service since 2011, helping families through their toughest times.
Cody was appointed in 2012 by Marlon Killion to serve as a Deputy Coroner. During his
time as a Deputy Coroner, his love of Marshall County grew as he served. In 2018, he
took his dedication to public service a step further and was elected as Marshall County
Coroner. During his time as Coroner, he has worked tirelessly to improve the office and
modernize many of the duties of the office. These include: electronic case management
systems, electronic cremation authorizations, digitalization of previous administration
records, first facility for the office, set training standards for the office, call center to
provide 24/7 access to the office for the public, established the first SOP, and many
other advancements.

Cody and his wife, Laina, made the decision that they wanted to raise their family in
Marshall County and moved to Albertville in 2012. He now resides in Boaz with his wife
and two kids. They attend Bridge Church in Boaz and he currently serves as a member
of the Beulah Volunteer Fire Department.

Service to Marshall County
Since 2018, Cody has served as the Marshall County Coroner. In this role, he has been trusted to provide calm, steady, and respectful leadership during the most difficult moments a family may face. His work has required accuracy, accountability, and a commitment to doing what is right — even when no one is watching.
As Coroner, Cody has earned a reputation for his dedication to the people of Marshall County and his ability to work closely and effectively with local agencies and community partners.

Experience as Marshall County Coroner
Cody’s years of service have given him direct experience in:

• Conducting unattended and suspicious death investigations

• Working alongside law enforcement, fire departments, EMS, and forensic specialists

• Managing required reporting to state agencies

• Handling cremation permits, documentation, and unclaimed individuals with dignity

• Participating on the Child Death Review Team

• Supporting emergency management planning for crisis situations

This work has given Cody valuable insight into county operations, public safety needs, emergency coordination, and the importance of reliable infrastructure.

A Leader Who Shows Up
Cody believes leadership starts with being present. He has built his career on being someone the community can rely on — someone who answers the phone, who shows up when needed, and who treats every person with fairness and respect.
He will bring that same level of commitment to the County Revenue Commissioner’s office.

Why Cody Is Running
Cody is running for County Revenue Commissioner because he believes Marshall County deserves transparent, accountable leadership. He is committed to ensuring:

• Fair and accurate property assessments

• Clear communication with taxpayers

• Responsible management of county records

• Efficient, helpful, and respectful public service

He understands the impact this office has on families, schools, businesses, and county services — and he is ready to improve the way Marshall County serves its citizens.

Family & Community Roots
Cody’s commitment to service is grounded in his love for Marshall County and the people who call it home. He and his family are proud to be part of this community, and he is dedicated to making decisions that support local families, strengthen opportunity, and protect the future of our county.