Obituaries

Larry Fruge, Sr.

Mar 5, 2025

Larry Fruge', Sr., of Trussville, Alabama, was welcomed to his heavenly home by his loving Lord and Savior, Jesus, on March 5, 2025 after a long and hard-fought battle with cancer.

Larry was born on September 19, 1952 to Noe "Blackie" Frugé, Jr. and Jean Ann Latiolais Frugé in St. Martinville, Louisiana.

Larry never quit. His...

Marshall McDaniel Pittman

Mar 5, 2025

Marshall McDaniel Pittman, born Sept. 5, 1953, in Brunswick, GA, passed away on March 5, 2025 at the age of 71. Marshall was a veteran of the US. Air Force with 26 years of service. He retired as a S. Master Sgt. Mr. Pittman was married to his wife Elizabeth Gayle Pittman for 53 years. He was preceded in death...

Buddy Rejonis, Sr.

Mar 3, 2025

Buddy Allen Rejonis, Sr., 86, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 3, 2025, in Orlando, Florida, due to congestive heart failure. Born on September 13, 1938, in Fredericktown, Pennsylvania, Buddy moved to Birmingham, Alabama, as a young child when his father was transferred to work for the U.S. Bureau of Mines. It was in Birmingham where Buddy would put down...

Janna Carol Armstrong

Mar 2, 2025

Janna Carol Armstrong, 58, of Jacksonville, AL, beloved daughter, sister, and friend, was born October 10, 1966, and went home to be with the Lord March 02, 2025. Janna graduated from Huffman High School and later the University of Alabama in 1989 with a degree in Business. She spent her entire working career as a computer analyst with Bellsouth and...

Sanders Bishop

Mar 1, 2025

Sanders Byram Bishop, age 85, passed away on March 1, 2025. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Cullman and was a big volunteer with his church. Sanders was very active with the Lion's Club and was an Elite Donor of blood having donated over 190 times. Mr. Bishop retired from Estes Trucking. He was a member of...

Donna Shanks

Mar 1, 2025

Donna Marie (wifealicious) Shanks, age 67, passed away on March 1, 2025. She was a member of Gardendale First Baptist Church where she was a member of the Journey Class Life Group. Donna loved going to the beach, meeting people, making friends, laughing and traveling. She loved life. Mrs. Shanks was one of a kind. She was the best wife,...

Bonnie Craiger

Mar 1, 2025

Judy Sharon Rutledge Webster

Feb 28, 2025

Judy Sharon Rutledge Webster

July 7, 1943-February 28, 2025

Judy Webster, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, went to be with the Lord on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025 after an extended battle with Congestive Heart Failure. Judy was born to Claude and Vera Rutledge on July 7, 1943, in Spring Hill, TN, the oldest of 4 children. Judy...

Johnnie Deuel

Feb 28, 2025

Johnnie Lee Hurst Deuel (82) passed away on February 28, 2025 from complications following a blood clot. Born (10/18/1942 ) and raised in Talladega, AL, Johnnie married her high school sweetheart, Byron Judson Deuel. They then moved to Birmingham, where they raised three children: Bonnie Joyce Deuel (Stan) Bradley, Bruce John Deuel and Bradley Joe Deuel.

Known for loving her family,...

Patsy Ruth Hallmark

Feb 27, 2025

Patsy Ruth Hallmark, 82, of Hayden Alabama passed away in her home on February 27, 2025. She is survived by her sons Stephen Jay Hallmark (Cindy), Gregory Lee Hallmark (Lindy) and Christopher Lynn Hallmark (Michelle); five grandchildren Jonathan Jay Hallmark (Sarah), Kalyn Denise Barnett (Daniel), Christopher Ethan Hallmark (Sydney), Gabriel Neal Hallmark, Jessica Michelle Hallmark; and two great grandchildren Addison...

Clarence "Buddy" Glasgow

Feb 27, 2025

Clarence "Buddy" William Glasgow, age 77 peacefully left this earth on Feb. 27, 2025 at his home in Morris, AL. Buddy leaves behind his wife, Debbie of 54 years and a daughter, Angel (Lynn) Dickey of Morris, AL and son, Marc (Joanne) Glasgow of Cullman, AL. He had 3 grandchildren, Justin (Lauryn) Dickey, Austin (Brittany) Glasgow and Abby Glasgow. He...

W. L. "Buddy" Butts, Jr.

Feb 26, 2025

Graveside Services for Mr. W. L. "Buddy" Butts, Jr., age 92 of Kimberly, will be held on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at Jefferson Memorial Gardens with Bro. Larry Smith officiating and Military Honors to follow.

Buddy went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at his home. Waiting for him was his recently...

JoAnn Martin

Feb 25, 2025

Joann Martin, 89, passed away on February 25, 2025, in Covington, Georgia.

Joann is survived by George L. Martin Jr., husband; Sheryl Martin, daughter-in-law; Ann Floyd, daughter; Robin Floyd, Son-in-law. Her grandchildren, Marie Martin, Adam Martin, Chad Floyd and Dustin Floyd. Her great grandchildren, Samuel Martin, David Martin, Levi Martin, William Martin, Hailey Floyd, Linley Floyd, Jackson Floyd, Cooper Floyd and...

Melba Monday

Feb 25, 2025

Melba F. Monday, age 85 of Cullman County passed away on February 25, 2025. Melba was a member of Clearview Baptist Church in Pinson, AL. She was previously a member of Roebuck Plaza Baptist Church in Birmingham, AL. Melba's work background included approximately 20 years of service with Snap-On-Tools and then she worked until she retired for Terry's Uniforms in...

James Taunton

Feb 25, 2025

James Ily Taunton, age 81, passed away on February 25, 2025. James worked for AT&T for close to 40 years. He was an avid deer hunter and loved going to his farm. Mr. Taunton enjoyed being outside and working outside all his life. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Trussville. He loved spending time with his three...

David "Pop" Blackerby

Feb 24, 2025

Graveside Services for Mr. David "Pop" Blackerby, age 93 of Pell City, will be held on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at Jefferson Memorial Gardens with Pastor Pat Worsham officiating.

Surrounded by his loving family, David “Pop” Blackerby, 2 days from turning 94, went to be with the Lord on Monday, February 24, 2025. He was a devoted Father,...

Joy Lucille (Tatum) Burleson

Feb 24, 2025

Joy Lucille (Tatum) Burleson passed away peacefully on February 24, 2025 at the age of 83 a resident of Center Point, Alabama. Joy met the love of her life Bobby Gene Burleson and married in June 19, 1959.

Joy attended Alton Church of God of Prophecy where she was a compassionate childcare worker and Nana to so many young lives. Joy...

JoAnn Davis

Feb 24, 2025

Funeral Services for Mrs. JoAnn Davis, age 81 of Pinson, will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home with Pastor Paul Brasher officiating. Burial will follow in the adjoining gardens. 

JoAnn passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025 at UAB St. Vincent’s East. Jo Ann was a loving and devoted daughter, sister, wife,...

Peggy Franklin

Feb 24, 2025

Peggy Jean (Brown) Franklin age 85 passed away peacefully at home Feburary 24, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 28, 1939 in Clanton, Alabama to William Arthur and Freddie Brown.

For many years Peggy worked as an underwriter for insurance agencies, such as, INA and Chubb. In the early years she did secretarial work for large companies...

Kathie Mahaffey

Feb 21, 2025

Kathie Mahaffey, age 83, passed away on February 21, 2025. She was originally from Memphis, TN. She has lived in Birmingham for 65 years. She graduated from Birmingham Southern College and was an elementary school teacher for 36 years. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Homewood. She was preceded in death by her husband Bill and her...