Obituaries

Sep 24, 2023

 

Mrs. Ruth Thompson, 96, of Pinson, went home to the Lord on Sunday, September 24, 2023. Funeral Services will be held at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Trussville on Thursday at 2 p.m., with public viewing from 1 to 2 p.m. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery.

She is preceded in death by her husband, William A. Thompson; an infant...

Sep 23, 2023

 

Col. Emmett James Reese, age 88, of Birmingham, Alabama was called home on Saturday, September 23, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents B.A. Reese and Vera F. Reese, as well as his brother William Reese.   Emmett is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Doris Reese. Emmett found his lifelong partner in Doris, and...

Sep 23, 2023

 

Robert Terrell Pinson passed away on September 23, 2023.  He was born in Birmingham on January 18, 1958, and was employed for over 40 years by the Federal Reserve System.  He was a lifelong supporter of Alabama Football as well as an avid fisherman and golfer.  He is preceded in death by his father William Pinson and mother Ruthelene...

Sep 22, 2023

 

He passed away peacefully at home with family on Friday, September 22, 2023. Born February 28, 1942 in Birmingham, AL. to John RF and Vera Marie (Lowery) Watson. After graduating Woodlawn High School in 1960, he went on to join the US Navy where he served 3 years. He served on the USS Sea Cat SS-399 submarine stationed at...

Sep 22, 2023

 

Barbara (Bobbye) McCullar Grubbs was born on June 25, 1934, and entered her eternal home on September 22, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, George T. Grubbs, her great-grandson Gabriel Travis Taylor, and her mother Mary Susan McCullar. She leaves behind her son Joel T. Grubbs (Carol) and her daughter Stacy Burns (Britt), grandchildren Brandon (Marisa),...

Sep 20, 2023

 

Jesse A. Barlow Jr. age 75 of Trussville, AL passed away on Sept 20, 2023.  He was born to Jesse A Barlow Sr. and June Barlow on July 28, 1948.  He was a postmaster and was employed by the US Postal Service for 42 years.  He was a proud member of First Baptist Church of Trussville.  Jesse was an...

Sep 19, 2023

 

Gary R. Tapscott, 66, of Pelham, Alabama passed away peacefully at his home on September 19, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He attended Huffman High School, graduating in 1976. He was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend. He loved his family, friends, dogs, and Auburn more than anything and cherished his time with all. He enjoyed...

Sep 19, 2023

 

Jimmy Woods, 84, beloved Husband, Father, Father-In-Law, Grandad, and Great-Grandad, stepped from his earthly home into his heavenly home Tuesday, September 19, 2023 surrounded by family. Jim was born on May 23rd, 1939 to the late Paul and Odell Woods in Nauvoo, Alabama. He was loved by 4 sisters and 4 brothers. He is survived by his wife Beverly...

Sep 18, 2023

 

Donna Fay Killingsworth, age 62, of Odenville, Al passed away on September 18, 2023.  The family will receive friends on Monday, October 2, 2023, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm with a service to follow at Jefferson Memorial in the Chapel. Graveside service to follow in the adjoining cemetery. 

She is preceded by her loving husband Devin S. Killingsworth.

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Sep 17, 2023

 

Joanne Moseley, 75, of Margaret, Alabama, was welcomed home by her Lord and Savior, on Sunday, September 17, 2023.  Joanne was born on March 8, 1948, to parents Joseph Gettys and Mary Evelyn Morse. 

Joanne was a loving wife, mother, and Ge’, as she was known by her grandchildren. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church where...

Sep 17, 2023

Emma Bailey, 89, passed away on September 17, 2023, in Birmingham, AL.

Emma is survived by Jeff Bailey - son, Sharon Bailey - daughter-in-law, Mark Bailey - son, Tabitha Bailey - daughter-in-law, Courtney Bailey - granddaughter, Clay Bailey - grandson, and Ben Bailey - grandson.

Emma is preceded in death by Willie Bailey - spouse, Clayton Peoples - father, Annie...

Sep 16, 2023

Dorothy Hudson Craft, age 92, of Birmingham, AL passed away on September 16, 2023. She was born on July 4, 1931 to John and Mamie Mummert. Dorothy was a graduate of Woodlawn High School. She later graduated from the University of North Alabama to receive a Bachelor's degree in social services.  She was a member of Third Presbyterian Church where...

Sep 15, 2023

 

Abel, Richard C. Jr., 59, passed away Friday evening, Sept. 15th.  He was predeceased by his parents, Louise Stringer Abel and Richard C. Abel, Sr., and sister, Patricia Layton Maxey. Richard graduated from Erwin High School and earned his Bachelors degree from UAB. Richard was President of American Screen & Crusher, Inc., Alabaster, AL.

Richard's hobby was riding his...

Sep 15, 2023

Janice Linley was known to many as Kay Morrison. Her other aliases included Janice Thomas, Kay Thomas, Mom, Momma, or Mother if we were upset. Lastly, she was known as Nan or Naaan by her grandchildren. Kay passed away Friday, September 15th at 2:40pm. She was proceeded in death by her sister Freida "the tough one" and her brother Danny...

Sep 15, 2023

 

Joe Cephas Thomas (86) of Birmingham, Alabama passed away peacefully Friday, September 15, 2023, to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.  Joe was born on October 21, 1936, to Grover Cleveland Thomas and Elsie Pass Thomas.  He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Elizabeth Ann Bancroft Thomas, his two devoted sons; Richard Scott Thomas...

Sep 14, 2023

Sep 13, 2023

Mary Jean Rogers, affectionately known as Nana passed away on September 13, 2023 at the age of 79. She was born on January 20, 1944 and was a native of Tarrant, AL. Mary was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. She was a devoted Christian of Baptist faith. She had an outgoing personality and unique style. She enjoyed mismatching her earrings...

Sep 11, 2023

 

Ashley Nicole (Nikki) Bellamy, 37 of Birmingham, Alabama passed away on September 11,2023.

 

Nikki was born on October 6,1985 to Kenneth and Deborah Bellamy.  She had one sister, Michelle.  She attended Erwin High School and Auburn University where she graduated with a degree in business finance.

 

Nikki is preceded in death by her father Kenneth Bellamy and...

Sep 11, 2023

 

Robert W Cooley (Bob) of Moody AL, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 11, 2023, on his 77th Birthday. His Family will receive friends at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville, AL on Saturday, September 16, 2023 from 10:30 am until 12 noon.

 

A graveside service will follow at the adjoining cemetery, with Mitch Allen...

Sep 10, 2023

 

Kenneth Carl Green was born on June 22, 1932 in Centre, AL, to Lester and Lucille Green. Of the family's three sons and four daughters, only the youngest sibling, Harold Green, is alive today. Kenneth served in the U.S. Army from 1950-1953, settling in Birmingham, AL, afterwards. There he met a cute, young nursing student named Frances Williams, whom...