Obituaries

Elizabeth C. Carter

Elizabeth C. Carter

Sep 1, 2024

Elizabeth C. Carter (“Liz”) passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 1, 2024. Liz was surrounded by her sons and their wives as she found peace with her Lord and Savior. Liz was a lifelong resident of Bessemer, AL. She had the opportunity to travel with her husband, Sonny, during his military service. They had the opportunity to...

Jackie L. Chapman

Jackie L. Chapman

Aug 30, 2024

Jackie Chapman, age 78, passed away on August 30, 2024. She is preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, George Chapman, her daughter-in-law, Trish Chapman, her son-in-law, Alan Carlee and her beloved four-legged best friend, Crusher. She is survived by her four children Allen (Cristy), George, Ginger (Bryan), and Jami. She is also survived by her grandchildren Jeramy,...

Yvonne Salze Hornfeck

Yvonne Salze Hornfeck

Aug 29, 2024

Yvonne Salze Hornfeck, 63, of Pleasant Grove, Alabama, passed away on August 29, 2024. She was born on February 15, 1961, to Doris Hall Salze and Charles "Chink" Salze, both of whom preceded her in death. Yvonne was a light in the lives of everyone who knew her, always quick with an encouraging word and even quicker with her top-tier...

Mary Polly Rainey

Mary Polly Rainey

Aug 29, 2024

Mary Polly Rainey, 93, of Hueytown, passed away on August 29th, 2024, after a long and fulfilling life. Mary was born on March 4,1931, in Oakman, Alabama. Mary married Samuel Marlin Rainey on April 4, 1949. During their 50 years of marriage, they had three children: Merilee Ann, Samuel L “Butch” and Dwight Anthony. Mary enjoyed spending her time with...

Doris Ann Gober

Doris Ann Gober

Aug 29, 2024

Doris Ann Gober, 86 of Pleasant Grove, passed away August 29, 2024. She is preceded in death by parents, Thurman, Sr. and Irene Lowery French and brother, Thurman W. French, Jr. Doris is survived by her son, Todd Gober; nieces, Dawn, Dianna and Lisa; fur babies, Brindy and Lucy; and many other relatives and friends. No services are planned at...

Charles Alva Teems, Jr.

Charles Alva Teems, Jr.

Aug 27, 2024

Charles Alva Teems, Jr., known to most by his nickname Chris, passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus at his home in Helena, AL on August 27, 2024. A celebration of life service will be held Friday, August 30, 2024, at Pleasant Grove Assembly of God in Pleasant Grove, AL, with visitation from 9:30 a.m. to 11.a.m., and service...

Yvonne "Von" Williams Alford

Yvonne "Von" Williams Alford

Aug 26, 2024

Yvonne "Von" Williams Alford, age 70, of Hueytown passed away at her residence on Monday, August 26, 2024. Yvonne was the daughter of the late Charles Milligan and Opal Vashti Alverson Williams. Yvonne is survived by her husband of 50 years, Rickey Alford; her daughter Angela A. Byram (Jonathan); son, Adam W. Alford; grandchildren, Chandler W. Byram and Faith R....

Georgene "Gean" M Cleckler

Georgene "Gean" M Cleckler

Aug 26, 2024

Georgean Mitchell Cleckler October 24, 1937 – August 26, 2024 Georgene Mitchell Cleckler (Gean) was born on October 24, 1937 and passed peacefully in her sleep on August 26, 2024 at the age of 86. Gean is preceded in death by her father Coach Oren Prentice (Piggy) Mitchell, her mother Agnes Burnett Mitchell and her sister Kayrene (Kay) Mitchell Golsan....

Billy Joe Aderhold

Billy Joe Aderhold

Aug 24, 2024

Billy Joe Aderhold, 87 of Pleasant Grove, passed away August 24, 2024. He was a longtime member of Cottage Hill Baptist Church. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Catherine R. Aderhold; sons, Billy R. Aderhold and Michael H. Aderhold; daughter, Melinda A. Olencki (Ray); grandchildren, Raymond Olencki, Alyssa Aderhold (Tana), Sarah Shearer (Jack) and Mallory Aderhold;...

John Gilmer "Gil" Mauldin, Jr.

John Gilmer "Gil" Mauldin, Jr.

Aug 22, 2024

John Gilmer "Gil" Mauldin, Jr., 61 of Hueytown, passed away August 22, 2024. He was a member of New Life Church on Eastern Valley Rd. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Ginger L. Mauldin; daughters, Haley M. Williams (Jacob), Hannah N. Mauldin and Henlee R. Mauldin; parents, John, Sr. and Linda Mauldin; grandchildren, Collins L. Williams and...

Linda Marie Fancher (Hydrick) Sullivan

Linda Marie Fancher (Hydrick) Sullivan

Aug 22, 2024

Linda Marie Fancher (Hydrick), 69 of Pleasant Grove, Alabama passed away August 22, 2024. She was a longtime member of Vineland Baptist Church in Hueytown. She is preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Jerry Marie Fancher; brothers, Lee Fancher, Jay Fancher, and son, Matt G. Hydrick. She is survived by her son, Charley Hydrick, (Lindy); daughter, Michelle Hydrick;...

Robert Daniel "Danny" Parsons

Robert Daniel "Danny" Parsons

Aug 20, 2024

Robert "Danny" Daniel Parsons, 58 of Bessemer, passed away August 20, 2024. He was an avid football fan and loved Auburn Football. He was an Offensive Tackle (#74) with Oak Grove High School's 1983 State Championship team. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert Lee and Denolah Inez Parsons. He is survived by his brother, John D. Parsons...

James Christopher Perry

James Christopher Perry

Aug 16, 2024

James Christopher Perry, age 49, of Northport passed away suddenly on August 16, 2024. He was the son of Gary Melton and Jimmie Lee Chappell Perry both deceased. He is survived by his uncle and cousins. No services have been scheduled at this time.

Mary Sue Lewis

Mary Sue Lewis

Aug 15, 2024

A great soul whose life was a total commitment to God, family, her nursing career and serving others has gone to her eternal home at age 88. Mary Sue McPherson Hogan Lewis died at the Page Green House of United Methodist Senior Services-Tupelo after a period of declining health. Mary Sue was the only child born to the late John...

William Jason Mcconnell

William Jason Mcconnell

Aug 14, 2024

William Jason McConnell, 49 of Vance, Alabama passed away August 14, 2024. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Johnny and Edna England and Louis McConnell, Jr. and Frances Pickens. He is survived by his wife, Crissy Aaron McConnell; sons, Malachi McConnell, AJ Curtis; parents, Louis and Wanda McConnell; sisters, Dawn Ginn, Megan McConnell; brother Brian McConnell (Molly) and...

Mary Katherine Callaway

Mary Katherine Callaway

Aug 14, 2024

Mary Katherine Thomas Kennedy Callaway was born, at home, in Cranes Nest, VA on November 12, 1942, to William and Anna Thomas. She was a member of Brooklane Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 21 years, Jack S. Callaway, Sr.; and grandchildren, Mary Katherine Kirkpatrick, Matthew Kirkpatrick and Michael Kirkpatrick. She is survived...

Margaret Inez Thomas

Margaret Inez Thomas

Aug 10, 2024

Margaret Inez Thomas, of Mulga, AL, passed away August 10, 2024, at the age of 82. She was an avid gardener and loved cooking for others. She was strong, stern but caring and would help in any way she could. She was a beautiful soul who loved the Lord, her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She is preceded in death...

William Duncan Sellers Ii

William Duncan Sellers Ii

Aug 7, 2024

William Duncan Sellers, II; formerly of Pleasant Grove, AL, passed away August 7, 2024, at the age of 80. He was a lifelong learner, earning 5 degrees between 1966 and 1994 and worked most of his career as a teacher. He was a member of First Baptist Church Pleasant Grove. William moved to Tampa, FL last fall, to be close...

Stephen Graham Tate

Stephen Graham Tate

Aug 6, 2024

Stephen Graham Tate, 82 of Pleasant Grove, AL, passed August 6, 2024. He was the owner of Steve's Grocery in Concord, AL. Stephen was a member of the Fairfield and Bessemer Elks Lodge. He was a longtime member of St. Aloysius Catholic Parish. He is preceded in death by his parents, Louis, Sr. and Annie Tate; brother, Louis Tate, Jr.;...

Mary Louise Husband

Mary Louise Husband

Aug 3, 2024

Mary Louise Husband, 85 of McCalla, Alabama passed away August 3, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Margaret Howard; husband, Edward Lee Howard. She is survived by her daughters, Mary Ester Stockard, Charlotte V. Hooper, Diana Lynn Barnes; grandchildren, Christopher Stockard, Noah Stockard, Matthew Stockard; brother Robert D. Howard, Jr. No services are planned at...