Obituaries

William Joseph Baughn

William Joseph Baughn

Aug 2, 2024

William (Will) Joseph Baughn passed away at his home on August 2, 2024, at the age of 67. He retired from the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department after 28 years of service. He was a member of FOP and PBA. He loved being surrounded by his plants and it made him happy to sit on his porch looking at the plants...

Charles Monroe Marcum

Charles Monroe Marcum

Aug 1, 2024

Charles Monroe Marcum, 83, of Concord, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at St. Vincent’s Medical Center surrounded by his family. Charles Monroe Marcum was born on July 19th, 1941, to Ralph (Joe)e Marcum and Anne Teal. He was married to Wanda Grubbs of Concord, Alabama. They had two children, Chris and Greg. They made their permanent home...

Robert Nelson Baker

Robert Nelson Baker

Jul 26, 2024

Robert Nelson Baker, 77 of Bessemer, passed July 26, 2024. He was a Vietnam Veteran and retired after 20 years as a Master Sergeant with the US Air Force. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clinton and Mary Baker and sister, Barbara A. Smith. He is survived by his wife, Karrol Templeton Baker; daughters, Wendie Shoemaker (Neal); daughter,...

Ashlen Nicole Hawkins

Ashlen Nicole Hawkins

Jul 25, 2024

Ashlen Nicole Hawkins, 38 of Birmingham went into the arms of her Loving Heavenly Father on Thursday July 25, 2024. Left to celebrate her life are her three beautiful daughters; Olivia Hawkins (18), Isabella Hawkins(14), and Abigail Hawkins(11); her mother and father Janet and David Hawkins; siblings Heather Gary (Justin), Christopher Hawkins (Larissa), And Zackery Oliver (Felicia) a niece and...

Linda Anne Gray

Linda Anne Gray

Jul 24, 2024

Linda Anne Gray passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. She was greatly loved and will be missed by her family and friends. Linda was a member of First Baptist Church Pleasant Grove. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Forest Mae Gallups; sister, Diane Clark; and aunt, Barbara Segers. She is...

Margaret Janell Alexander

Margaret Janell Alexander

Jul 24, 2024

Margaret J. "Ninnie" Alexander, 83 of Pleasant Grove, passed away July 24, 2024. She was a longtime member of Hueytown Church of God and later joined Open Door-The Father's House. She is preceded in death by her parents, Perless and Mattie Peoples; husband of 47 years, Coleman Alexander; brothers, Jack Peoples and Voyt Peoples; and sister, Billie Sue Antinoro. She...

Jane Theresa Domangue

Jane Theresa Domangue

Jul 23, 2024

Jane Theresa Domangue, 58 of Fultondale, passed away July 23, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Florence Domangue; brother, Ernest Domangue, Jr.; sisters, Darlene Lamey and Alice Guidroz. Jane is survived by her husband of 43 years, Earlie Smith; daughters, Theresa Clements (Jason), Bonnie Domangue, Michell Freeman (Justin); grandchildren, Hunter Clements, Austin Clements, Jameson Clements,...

Terry Joseph Scalisi

Terry Joseph Scalisi

Jul 23, 2024

Terry Joseph Scalisi, 68 of Bessemer, passed away July 23, 2024. He enjoyed fishing and riding his motorcycle. Terry was a former President of Iron of Order Motorcycle Club Calera Chapter and a member of the Harley Davidson Riders Group. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Katherine Scalisi and grandson, Gabe Scalisi. Terry will be lovingly...

Minnie G. Caldwell

Minnie G. Caldwell

Jul 18, 2024

Minnie Grace Caldwell was born in Snow Hill, Alabama, to Robert Glen and Annie Lee Caldwell on June 5, 1943. He gave his life to Christ at an early age then in 2000 he joined Twenty Fifth Avenue Baptist Church. He became a Deacon at the church in 2006. He retired from Birmingham Sash and Door. He was called home...

Roland Earl Armstrong

Roland Earl Armstrong

Jul 18, 2024

Roland Earl Armstrong, age 92, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024, in Birmingham, Alabama. He is survived by his son, John Armstrong (Debra); daughters, Doris Robertson (Gary) and Nelma Armstrong; grandchildren, John, Nathan, and Nicholas Robertson, and Kayla Davis (Shawn); and great-granddaughter, Oakley Davis; sister, Mary Wheatley. Roland and his wife Dorthie owned Barons Men’s Store in downtown Bessemer...

Patricia L. Daniel

Patricia L. Daniel

Jul 16, 2024

Patricia Jane Daniel was born December 5, 1939 and passed away peacefully at home July 16, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband Earl Daniel, her father, George Lemley, her mother, Nettie Jewell Lemley, her sisters Louise, Loretta, and Shirley, and her brother Donnie. She is survived by her daughters Sherry McKenna and Kim Bowlin (Gunnar), her 3...

Betty Sue Vice

Betty Sue Vice

Jul 15, 2024

Betty Sue Vice, born a “coal miner’s daughter” in Edgewater, AL on April 2, 1937 passed away July 15, 2024. She was born into a loving Christian family and said the most important decision she ever made was accepting Jesus Christ as her personal savior. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend; to know her was a blessing and...

Franklin Eugene Mcmillin

Franklin Eugene Mcmillin

Jul 12, 2024

Franklin Eugene McMillin, 56 of Hueytown passed away July 3, 2024. He loved his job and loved working with the Classic Towing family. He passed away doing what he loved. He was a big Alabama fan. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, tow truck driver, hero, and friend. Memorial service will be Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 3:00 PM...

Rickie Joe Bailey

Rickie Joe Bailey

Jul 12, 2024

Rickie Joe Bailey, 66 of Bessemer, passed away July 12, 2024 after a long illness. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Lera Bailey and brother, Mike A. Bailey. He is survived by his brother, Terry L. Bailey (Karen); niece, Vickie N. Bailey; and many other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life Service will be Saturday, August...

Beverly Ellen Hutchins

Beverly Ellen Hutchins

Jul 10, 2024

Beverly Ellen Hutchins, 77 of Oak Grove, Alabama passed away July 10, 2024. Beverly was born in Memphis, TN & raised in Fairfield Alabama. She is preceded in death by her parents, Harriett & I V Thomas, and her beloved grandson Andrew “Drew” Robertson whom we’re sure met and gave her the biggest hug when she entered the gates of...

Linda Ann Wallace

Linda Ann Wallace

Jul 9, 2024

Linda Ann Wallace, 85 of Bessemer, Alabama passed away July 9, 2024. She was a long time member of Concord Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents, Clarence William and Elnora Kissinger; husband of 50 plus years Donald Wallace and brother, George T. Kissinger. She is survived by her daughters, Kim W. Skates (Rob), Windy W. Ray...

William "Shag" Dorsey, Sr.

William "Shag" Dorsey, Sr.

Jul 7, 2024

William "Shag, Mr. D" Dorsey, Sr. of Mulga, passed away July 7, 2024. He retired from US Pipe after many years. He was a founding member of the Handsome Brutes Social and Savings Club. He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Ernestine Dorsey, three siblings, Wiley Jean Dorsey, Lillia Dorsey and Loretta Foley; and son, William Dorsey,...

Kenneth Austin Phillips, Ii

Kenneth Austin Phillips, Ii

Jul 5, 2024

Kenneth Austin Phillips, II, 38 of Bessemer, passed away July 5, 2024. He was a dedicated employee of CamSouth. He was a member of Canvas Church of Bessemer, AL. Austin was preceded in death by his sister, Rae Ann Treadaway. He is survived by his mother, Lisa Bradley Treadaway (Jackey); sister, Carlee Napier (Noah); brothers, Justin Bradley (Candi), Aaron Treadaway...

Barry Charles Cunningham

Barry Charles Cunningham

Jul 5, 2024

Barry Charles Cunningham, 61 of Hueytown, passed away July 5, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Norma Cunningham and brother, David Cunningham. Barry is survived by his life partner, Jessica Walker; sons, Brett Cunningham and Trey Forrest; sisters, Pam Helvig and Reva Heaton (Mark); special cousin, Lynn Wallace; furry friend, Blue; numerous nieces, nephews, grand...

Steven Edward Mayfield

Steven Edward Mayfield

Jul 3, 2024

Steven Edward Mayfield, 74 passed away July 3, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Dorothy Mayfield. He is survived by his wife of 50 plus years, Kathy Sue Mayfield; his daughter, Linna McCord (Jeff); son, William Mayfield (Shanna); grandchildren, Raina and Zack Austin; Irelyn Henderson, Sariah Henderson, Karys Henderson, Clayton Mayfield, Jake Mayfield, Kelsey Mayfield;...