Obituaries

Dec 19, 2020

Jennie Daniel Nevels, age 95, passed away on December 18, 2020. She was a native of Saulsbury, TN and a long-time resident of Irondale, AL. Jennie met the love of her life, Bruce Nevels in Oakridge, TN during the war at the Atomic Bomb Project at Y-12. She and Bruce married shortly after and moved a great deal before...

Dec 18, 2020

Darlene Zimmerman Ewing, age 89, passed away on Friday, December 18, 2020.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Ellis V. Ewing, Sr, sons Ellis V. “Junebug” Ewing, Jr., Steven J. “Hoochie” Ewing, Sr., and grandson, Stevie John Ewing, brother Bud Zimmerman, sisters Janet Zimmerman, Carol Russo and Violet Zimmerman, parents John and Ruth Zimmerman. She is survived by daughter, Elyse...

Dec 17, 2020

Sandra Arlene Holbrook, 71, of Trussville, AL went to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 12, 2020. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 41 years William “Will”. She is survived by her daughters Taylor (Michael), Shawn (Blaine), and Shannon; her sisters Gail and Pat; her grandchildren Kayla Brooke, Brenna, Lexie, and Abbigail; her great-grandchildren...

Dec 14, 2020

Ervin Clay Pope passed from this life into Heaven on December 11, 2020. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife Joan. Ervin is survived by his children Sheree Pair (Lawrence) and Jeff Pope (Ginger); grandchildren Jacquelyn Underwood (Todd), Allen Pair (Amanda), and Shane Pair (Andrea); great-grandchildren Cade and Maci Underwood, Ava and Anna...

Dec 14, 2020

Thomas Edward Spitzley, 75, passed away at St. Vincent’s East Monday, December 14, 2020 following a fight with COVID. A longtime resident of Birmingham, Tom was proceeded in death by his parents, Dorothy and Richard Spitzley, brothers Paul, Tony, Eugene and sister Kathy. He is survived by his two sons Jim Spitzley (Alice) of McCalla and Thomas Spitzley, Jr...

Dec 14, 2020

John “Mike” Michael Julian, 67, of Center Point, Alabama peacefully passed away on December 14, 2020 surrounded by loved ones, after a three-week battle with complications from COVID-19.

Mike was born on June 18, 1953 to Oscar and Cleo Julian in Birmingham, Alabama. After Mike graduated from Huffman High School in 1971, he pursued a degree in...

Dec 14, 2020

Gordon Ray Washington, 81, died unexpectedly on December 14, 2020, at Grandview Medical Center Hospital. He was born April 18, 1939, in Springville, Alabama, the son of James Aubrey Washington and Hazel Ruth Washington (Jones).

Ray Graduated from Springville High School, Class of 1957. After High School, Ray served in the Army Nation Guard for 6 years....

Dec 11, 2020

Frances Hammett Smith was called home by her Lord and Savior on December 11, 2020 at the age of 86. Frances was born in Altoona, AL on June 25, 1934 to Tilman Hammett and Willie Crouch Hammett. Frances is survived by her husband of 69 years Milo James Smith and their 3 children, Edson Smith (Christine), Merritt Smith and Clara...

Dec 10, 2020

Betty B. Jones, age 88, formerly of Warrior, now of Horton, AL. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vallie Jones. She is survived by her children Cathy A. Loggins (Wesley), Dennis M. Jones (Linda), Keith G. Jones (Sherri); 12 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, December 16, at 11am at Jefferson...

Dec 10, 2020

Betty Chappell McKinnon went to be with The Lord on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at age 82. Betty was born to Edward Chappell and Jeanie Frances Nelson September 3, 1938. She married Raymond A. McKinnon, Sr. June 1, 1957. Raymond and Betty lived many years in Pinson, AL where they raised their family. Later, they moved to Springville, AL....

Dec 9, 2020

Jewel's life was fueled by her love for God. She lived out loud Matthew 22:37-39. Jesus replied: “love the Lord your God with all you heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”

Jewel lived a...

Dec 9, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Jewel McAlpin. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 9, 2020

Jewel's life was fueled by her love for God. She lived out loud Matthew 22:37-39. Jesus replied: love the Lord your God with all you heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself. Jewel lived a beautiful life of...

Dec 7, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Martha S. Jones. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 7, 2020

Michelle Renee Andrews passed away Monday, December 7, 2020, following a brief illness. Michelle was born February 17, 1970 to Parents, Rev. John H. and Janette Black Andrews. Michelle was a graduate Gardendale High School, Birmingham-Southern College, and completed a Masters of Library Science at the university of Alabama in Tuscaloosa. For over fifteen years Michelle worked with the city...

Dec 5, 2020

Ira Frank Eugene Pair, 92, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2020 after a brief illness. He was born in Birmingham on November 28, 1928, grew up in Center Point, Woodlawn, and Montgomery, and returned to Birmingham in 1963. He served in the Naval Reserve and was employed with the telephone company for 38 years. During his lengthy retirement he...

Dec 5, 2020

Albert Eugene Dawson (Gene), age 91, of Trussville, AL, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2020. He was born on March 5, 1929, in Tarrant, Alabama. He served in the Korean Conflict from 1950-1952. Gene was a member of North Park Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bennie and Mary Dawson,...

Dec 4, 2020

James Gary Hutson, age 90, of Trafford, passed away on December 4, 2020. He was an avid golfer and passionate Alabama Fan. He was also a US Navy Veteran and a member of County Line Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty Jo Hutson; his parents, Ed and Thelma Hutson; his granddaughter, Wendie Mitchler;...

Dec 4, 2020

Mrs. Dorothy Thompson, 78, of Talladega, passed away on December 4, 2020. She was a devoted member of Heritage Place Church of Christ. She loved the Lord with all her heart. She found great joy in her family and serving others. She is preceded in death by her parents, Coy Edwin Purkey and Jean Marie Bradley Purkey; her brother...

Dec 2, 2020

Arnold Lee Yarbrough "PeeWee", age 95 of Birmingham, Alabama passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 2, 2020, in the comfort of his home. He was preceded in death by his parents and his six siblings, five sisters and one brother. Arnold was born March 24, 1925, in Center Point, Alabama to George and Effie Mae Yarbrough. He was a...