Doris Ruby Field
Nov 22, 2024
Doris Ruby Field, 92 of McCalla, Alabama formerly of Melbourne, FL, passed away November 22, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, David and Virginia Lee; one sister; 3 brothers and one grandson. She is survived by her son, Michael "Mike" Hancock (Tammy); nine grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; brother, Weems Lee. A memorial gathering will be on Thursday,...
Genevieve Ann Mcdavid
Nov 18, 2024
Genevieve Ann McDavid, age 86, of Tuscaloosa passed away at Hospice of West Alabama on November 18, 2024. Mrs. McDavid was born February 25, 1938 in Texas to the late Casper Augustus and Judith Margaret Horak Wenzel. Genevieve was a devout Catholic and member of the Galveston-Houston Catholic Diocese. She enjoyed reading mystery novels, gardening and solving her jigsaw puzzles....
Sherry Voketz
Nov 17, 2024
Marie Sherrell "Sherry" Voketz, age 70, of McCalla passed away at her residence Sunday, November 17, 2024. Sherry was born May 28, 1954 in Mississippi to the late BJ and Hilda Grace Turner. She retired after 25 years as a bank teller and was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Woodstock, she recently had attended Canaan Baptist Church...
Jeffery Leland Trammell
Nov 15, 2024
Jeffery Leland Trammell, born February 5, 1948, of Bessemer Alabama went to be with our Lord and Savior on November 15, 2024, at the age of 76. He is survived by his sister Brenda Trammell, children, Leslie Trammell (Tracy), Cindy Trammell, Brandy Woodard (Woody), Nikki Salter (Matt), and Hunter Trammell. Grandchildren, Taylor and Austin Trammell, Joshua and Alex Jaggears, Patrick...
James Robye Read
Nov 15, 2024
James Robye Read, 89 of Vance, AL, passed on November 15,2024. He was a former law enforcement officer with several jurisdictions in the area and in Mississippi. He was a member of the Bessemer Fraternal Order of Police Lodge; NRA Life Member; Founding member of the Alabama Deer Growers Association; and a member of Canaan Baptist Church. He is preceded...
Alexis "Lexie" Elizabeth Wise
Nov 12, 2024
Alexis "Lexie" Elizabeth Wise, 16, of Bessemer AL, passed away Tuesday, November 12th 2024 in Birmingham AL as a victim of gun violence. She was born May 12th of 2008, in Bessemer, Alabama. Lexie was always such a cheerful person who would go out of her way to make you laugh, even in depressing situations. Lexie always saw the good...
Julia Delle Knox
Nov 11, 2024
Julia Delle Knox, 66 of Pleasant Grove, AL, passed on November 11, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, Shelby Knox, Sr. and Ida Jean Hicks. She is survived by her brothers, Gordon Knox, Jr. (Linda), Casey Knox (Geri) and Josh Knox; nephew, Michael Knox; many furry friends; and many other relatives and friends. Visitation will be Friday,...
Sandra Kennedy Hart
Nov 10, 2024
Sandra K. Hart (aka Sandy), age 76, of Mt. Olive, Alabama, entered her eternal home on November 10, 2024 at UAB Hospital. She was born on December 20, 1947, in Tupelo, Mississippi to Aaron and Sue Kennedy. She graduated from Gordo High School in 1965, then received her cosmetology license from a technical school in Birmingham. After over a 30...
Stephen Allen Stano Jr.
Nov 7, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden death of our son and beloved brother and friend, Stephen Allen Stano, Jr. on November 7, 2024. He was born January 13, 1972 to Steve and Rita Stano, Sr. in Fairfield, Alabama. Allen resided in Hueytown, Alabama and attended Pleasant Grove High School and Gilmore Bell. He loved being the...
Richard Lawrence Martin
Nov 6, 2024
Richard Lawrence Martin, age 72 of Forestdale, passed away November 6, 2024 at Birmingham VA Hospital. Mr. Martin was born June 28, 1952 to the late Judge A. and Vivian Wells Martin. Others preceding him in death are his brother, Ralph Martin and his sister, Phyllis Naugher. Survivors include his beloved wife, Brenda Faye Bolton Martin, a host of nieces...
George Allen Sears
Nov 3, 2024
George Allen Sears, 69 of Birmingham, AL, passed away November 3, 2024. He was an Automotive Salesperson in the Birmingham area for many years.George was a member of the Steele Scepter #649 Edgewater Masonic Lodge. He is preceded in death by his parents, Buril, Sr. and Melzola Sears; sons, Buril Sears, Jr., Thaddeus L. Sears and Trenton J. Way; daughter,...
Kimberly Kirkpatrick Bailey
Nov 2, 2024
Kimberly Bailey, age 51, of Bessemer passed away November 2, 2024 at a Birmingham hospital. Kim was born in Birmingham on January 26, 1976 to the late Charles and Margaret Davidson Kirkpatrick. She is preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Kathy Brumberlow. Kimberly is survived by her husband, Joel Bailey; sons, Joey Bailey; step-son, Kyle Bailey; daughter,...
Gennifer Denise Bartlett
Oct 31, 2024
Gennifer Denise Bartlett, age 60 of Adger, Alabama, gained her wings on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Gennifer was preceded in death by her parents and step-parents, James W. Bartlett (Martha) and Ruby L. Mink, Bartlett, Salter (Johnny). Gennifer is survived by her son, James Henry Whatley ( Destiny); granddaughter, Kylie Whatley; brothers, Carl Bartlett (Angela), Timothy (Timmy) Bartlett; step-brothers, Johnny...
Jerry Leonard Weston
Oct 29, 2024
Jerry Leonard Weston, age 71, of Pleasant Grove, Alabama, passed away on October 29, 2024. A devoted family man and beloved friend to many, Jerry’s life was a testament to kindness, faith, and loyalty. Born on November 27, 1952, Jerry lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a commitment to serving others. Jerry is survived by his loving wife,...
Ramon Macias Partida
Oct 25, 2024
Ramon Macias Partida, 58 of Tarrant, passed away on October 25, 2024. He owned and operated a local landscaping business for many years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Eliodoro Macias Diaz and Beatriz Partida Olague. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Elizabeth Estrada De Macias; son, Gustavo Macias Estrada (Maria) and Ramon Macias Estrada...
John Ansberry Douglas
Oct 24, 2024
John Ansberry Douglas, age 74, of Bessemer passed away October 24, 2024 at UAB Medical West. John was born in Alaska on September 15, 1950 to the late Delbert and Dorothy Miller Douglas. John served his country in the US Navy before working for and retiring from the United States Postal Service. Mr. Douglas was predeceased by his parents, his...
Paula Billings
Oct 24, 2024
Paula Billings of Hueytown passed away at her residence Thursday, October 24, 2025. Paula was born October 14, 1952 to the late Harlan and Elsie Pauline Hays Greer. She is survived by her husband, Tommy Billings; sons, William Earl Brakefield and Tom Brown. Paula worked for many years as an insurance agent in the area before retiring. Celebration of Life...
Linnah Renea Crews
Oct 20, 2024
Linnah Renea Crews, 62 of Dora, passed away October 20, 2024. She retired from the Jefferson County School System after 25 years of service as a Bus Driver. Linnah was a member of New Temple Baptist Church and the Alabama Teachers Union. She is preceded in death by her parents, Arvil and Janis Crews. She is survived by her daughter,...