Obituaries

Gordon Delaney

Jul 3, 2023

Gordon Wesley Delaney, age 58, of Pinson, AL passed away on July 3, 2023. He was born to Edward Wesley and Leona Delaney on October 21, 1964. Gordon was formerly of St. Elmo, IL.

He is preceded in death by his parents Edward and Leona Delaney. Gordon Leaves behind his brother Scott E. Delaney (Suzanne); niece, Bayley Rianna Delaney;...

Ken Hugh Bonham Esq

Jul 2, 2023

 

Ken Bonham,71, of Springville, Alabama, left us, surrounded by friends and family on July 2, 2023 at 9:08 pm.  Born to Hugh Morris Bonham (D) and Julia Mae Bonham on December 31, 1951.  Ken Bonham is survived by his spouse, Susan Lee Bonham; children, Crystal Bonham Roberts (Chris Roberts), Kenneth Hugh Bonham II (Marissa Bonham), Caitlyn Bonham White (Jeremy...

Helen Smith

Jul 2, 2023

Jo Deese

Jun 30, 2023

Mrs. Jo Ann Deese age 72 of Moody, Al. went home to be with the Lord on June 30, 2023. She was a member of Moody First Baptist Church where she was very active in her Sunday school class. Jo Ann enjoyed walking in her neighborhood, going to exercise class at her church, loved reading and traveling. The one thing...

Melinda Smith

Jun 30, 2023

Melinda F. Smith, age 79 of Moody, AL passed away on June 30, 2023 in Birmingham, AL. She was a native of Walker County, AL and was born on March 16, 1944 to Albert and Vicy Ferguson. She was the youngest of their four children. Melinda was a graduate of Ensley High School class of 1962. She married the love...

David Brown

Jun 29, 2023

David Lee Brown, age 63 of Moody, passed away unexpectedly at his home on June 30, 2023. He was born in Birmingham, AL on May 4, 1960 to Cecil Brown and Peggy Joyce Thames Brown.

David was a graduate of Huffman High School class of 1978. He also attended and graduated from UAB where he received his Bachelor....

James Alan Armstrong

Jun 27, 2023

James Alan Armstrong, 90, of Birmingham, AL was born May 10, 1933, and went home to be with the Lord June 27, 2023. James "Jim" is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Jo Ann Baker Armstrong; his daughters, Julie (Derek) Staples of Jacksonville, AL, and Janna Armstrong of Hoover, AL; grandchildren, Josh (Madison) Staples of Chelsea, AL, Jordan...

Leigh Stack

Jun 25, 2023

Leigh Anne Stack gained her angel wings surround by her loving family and friends. She was born on August 4, 1956, to Leo and Annie Ruth Stack. Leigh graduated from Ensley High School in 1974 and graduated from the University of Alabama in 1978. She graduated with a BS degree in Education. Leigh wanted to be a school teacher early...

Larry Forte

Jun 23, 2023

 

Larry Dennis Forte, 65, beloved Husband, Son, Father, Father-in-law, Grandfather, and Brother, was called to his eternal resting place on June 23, 2023. He entered this world on November 19, 1957, in Birmingham, AL, born to Clarence and Jaunita Forte. He is survived by his wife Vickie Forte; son Larry Forte; son Jeffrey Forte; daughter-in-law Lisa Forte; grandson Cooper...

Johnnie Cordes

Jun 22, 2023

Mrs. Johnnie Grace Cordes age 89 of Birmingham, Alabama went home to be with the Lord on June 22, 2023. Johnnie was a devout Christian and longtime member of First Baptist Church of Trussville where she dedicated much of her time caring for the babies in the nursery. In later years, she volunteered weekly in the church kitchen. Johnnie was...

Timothy Adams

Jun 22, 2023

Timothy Adams, beloved Dad, Paw Paw, uncle and friend, went to be with his Savior on June 22, 2023. He was preceded in death by: his cherished wife of 63 years, Evelyn Morgan Adams; his parents, Crozier "Pete" and Katherine Skipper Adams; six brothers, Roy, Zecue, Frazier, Elmer, Lawton and Hue Gene; three sisters, Carlue Thompson, Myrtie Oden and Leonia...

Marjorie Franklin

Jun 21, 2023

Mary Stewart

Jun 21, 2023

 

Mrs. Mary Carol Wooten Stewart (nee Copeland) passed away on Wednesday, June 21st. The family will receive friends at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 26th, at Jefferson Memorial in Trussville, AL. The funeral will be at 12:00 PM at Jefferson Memorial, followed by a brief graveside service. She is survived by her sister, Diane Copeland, seven children: Patti Merritt...

Hobert Thurman Stansell

Jun 21, 2023

    Hobert “Thurman” Stansell, age 83, of Birmingham, Al. went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 after a long illness with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Born May 22, 1940 to Reverend Hobert and Clemmie Stansell, Thurman was raised in Sand Rock and Hokes Bluff, Al., and graduated in 1959 from Hokes Bluff...

William Creed Sanders

Jun 20, 2023

William Creed Sanders, born November 19, 2022, went to be with the Lord on June 20, 2023. He was a precious angel who will be missed by so many, including his parents, Trey Sanders and Brittany Tucker-Sanders, his brothers, Charlie and Barrett, his grandparents, Chuck and Jane Sanders, Marie Tucker and Ken and Crystal Tucker. He was loved my many...

Martha Sue Blackerby

Jun 20, 2023

 

Surrounded by her loving family, Martha Sue Blackerby, 89, of Pell City, AL went to be with the Lord on Tuesday June 20th, 2023. She was a devoted Mother, Wife, Grandmother, Great- Grandmother, Sister and Aunt. Sue was the Owner of "Bridal's By Sue", She loved helping Brides plan their special Day and was excellent at it. Sue has...

Peter Frederick

Jun 19, 2023

Peter Jack Frederick from Clay, Alabama passed away Monday, June 19, 2023, at the age of 77.

Pete was married to his wife, Sherri Frederick, for 34 years, and they built a home and a life together, making a place at their table for each of their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, as well as neighbors and friends. He...

Rene Girardeau

Jun 19, 2023

Rene S. Girardeau, age 98, went home to meet the Lord June 19, 2023. Rene was born and raised near Huntsville, Al. She grew up as a "country girl' who loved horses and the outdoors. She attended Hazel Green High School where she excelled in both school and sports, especially basketball. She married the love of her life, Julian Merrill...

Alex Moore Jr.

Jun 16, 2023

 

 

ALEX MOORE WAS BORN SEPTEMBER 25, 1952, TO FANNIE LOUISE MATTHEWS AND ALEX MOORE SR. HE WAS RAISED BY HIS MOTHER AND HER HUSBAND ALBERT MOULTRIE.

FANNIE WAS A DIETETIC CLERK AT LAB HOSPITAL AND ALBERT WAS A DEDICATED AND TALENTED TAILOR. ALEX WAS A SURROGATE FATHER TO HIS SIBLINGS ANGELO. TONY, ALFRED, AND HIS SISTER, HARRIETTE.

ALEX...

Randall Piersol

Jun 15, 2023

Mr. George Randall "Randy" Piersol age 50 of Birmingham, Al. passed away on June 15, 2023. Randy was a highly skilled carpenter by trade but was known for his great sense of humor and his infectous laugh. Randy had a giving spirit and a compassionate heart and will truly be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in...