Obituaries

Jim S Isom

Jun 4, 2023

 

James S. “Jim” Isom, age 82, of Birmingham, AL passed away June 4, 2023. He was a member of Ridge Crest Baptist Church. Jim was a graduate of the University of North Alabama. Jim served as the CEO of Orthopedic Specialist of Alabama from 1976-2006 until he retired. He also served as the President of Orthopedic Provider Network of...

James Larry Mize

Jun 3, 2023

James Larry Mize, age 75 of Smyrna, GA passed away on June 3, 2023.

The funeral service will be held Sunday, June 11, 202023,23 at 2 PM CDT at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home and Gardens in Birmingham, AL. Viewing will be from 1-2 PM CDT and burial to follow the service.

Larry was born on February 17, 1948. Shortly after...

John Daniel Lane Sr. "DEDAH"

Jun 2, 2023

 

John Daniel Lane Sr. (DEDAH), age 87, of Fultondale, Alabama passed away on June 2, 2023.  He was born to the late George Lane Sr. and Maudie Bell Lane on February 14, 1936.  He retired after many years as a inspector and crane operator for Clow and Otool Engineering.  John loved his family and spending time on the lake....

Timothy "Tim" Young

Jun 1, 2023

Timothy “Tim” Joe Young, age 56, of Odenville, AL passed away suddenly at his home on June 1, 2023. He was a graduate of Hewitt Trussville High School, class of 1985. Tim was employed by PPG Industries where he served as the store’s manager for almost ten years. He loved doing yard work and spending time with his grandchildren.

He...

Hazel Wentzell

May 30, 2023

 

Hazel Dorothy Wentzell, 98, resident of Birmingham, AL passed away on May 30, 2023. Hazel was born on November 30, 1924, in Arnprior, Ontario, Canada.

Hazel is preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Merle Wentzell and is survived by her three children: son, David Wentzell (Kathy) of Tobermory, Ontario, Canada; daughters, Chris Diuguid (Mike) of Trussville,...

Jacob Roberts

May 29, 2023

 

Jacob Paul Roberts, age 39, passed away unexpectedly on May 29, 2023. Jake was a cool, laid-back easy-going person who enjoyed Auburn Football and cook outs with family and friends. He loved his two boys very much. Jake enjoyed vacationing and especially enjoyed trips to the beach and Gatlinburg.

Jake was preceded in death by his mom Paula Ann...

Mary Taylor

May 29, 2023

Mary Taylor, 88, passed away on May 29, 2023. She was born on March 17, 1935, in Ohatchee, AL, to parents Oscar and Plumer Phillips. She married Howard Taylor on July 27, 1957. The couple had 2 children, Kay Brinkley and Ken Taylor.

Mary was known for her green thumb with flowers & gardening and delicious cake-making. She loved...

Barbara Bess

May 29, 2023

Barbara Hodges Bess, 77, passed away on May 29, 2023, peacefully at her home in Birmingham, AL. A wife, mother of two, devoted Catholic, nonprofit volunteer, and Bama football fan, Barbara had a very outgoing, vibrant personality and brought enthusiasm and a charming wit to everything she did.

Born on April 5, 1946, in Greenville, MS, to Lunceford (Red)...

Jeffrey (Jeff) Scott

May 28, 2023

 

Jeff Scott, age 40, of Trussville, AL passed away on May 28, 2023.  Jeff graduated from Trussville High School in 2001, and then went on to graduate with honors from Auburn University with a Doctorate of Pharmacy degree in 2010.  After graduation he pursued a PGY1 pharmacy residency in Pediatrics and a PGY2 in Pediatrics Oncology at  St. Jude...

Linda Upchurch

May 28, 2023

 

Linda Susan Johnson Upchurch, age 70 of Moody, AL passed away on May 28, 2023. She is preceded in death by her parents, W H and Dorothy Johnson and aunt, Pat Singleton. She is survived by her husband, Richard Upchurch; daughters, Tamara Upchurch and Donna Sue Upchurch; niece, Patti Christman (Kenneth), cousin, Roy Singleton and uncle, RA Singleton.

William Lawson

May 26, 2023

William "Gene" Lawson, age 69, of Trussville, AL passed away on May 26, 2023. He was born on June 17, 1953 in Sendai, Japan to Leonard Eugene Lawson and Tamako Kato Lawson. He graduated from Hewitt Trussville High School in 1971. He joined the Airforce in May of 1971 and was honorably discharged in 1975 after serving in the Vietnam...

Ethel Bollen

May 26, 2023

Ethel Bollen, age 87, passed away on May 26, 2023 in Alabaster, AL. She was born on December 25, 1935 to Alvie and Eula Raney. She married Robert Bollen on May 18, 1956 and had 1 child, Ronnie Bollen.

 

Ethel was best known for speaking her mind with a sharp and sarcastic wit. She enjoyed reading mysteries, watching westerns,...

Martha Burke

May 25, 2023

 

Martha Gail (Sanford) Burke Age 84 of Birmingham passed away on May 25th, 2023.  She was born March 30, 1939, to Robert and Ruth Sanford. She was a member First Baptist Church of Oneonta.

She is proceeded in death by her husband Len Grafton Burke Sr. and son James Edward Burke.

She is survived by her sons; Len Burke...

Edward Andre Monteith

May 24, 2023

 

Edward Andre’ Monteith, 85, of Trussville, AL., passed away on May 24, 2023. He is survived by Sarah Mullins Monteith, his wife of 66 years.

He is preceded in death by Samuel Edward and Emma Fikes Monteith, parents; Barbara Monteith Townsend, sister; and Lisa Luquire, niece.

He was born May 6,1938 in Birmingham and graduated from Phillips...

Norman Cummings

May 22, 2023

Norman (Gary) Cummings, age 84, of Pinson, Alabama passed away on May 22, 2023.  He was born to Claude and Beulah Cummings on April 11, 1939. Gary retired after 35 years of service as a machinist at Acipco.  He was a member of Fultondale First Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Beulah Cummings; daughter,...

Kenneth Wayne Hartsfield

May 22, 2023

 

Kenneth Wayne Hartsfield, age 79, of Birmingham, AL, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023.

He was born on September 21, 1943 in Birmingham, Alabama as the middle son of Mary Kiedinger Hartsfield and Erskin Hartsfield.

As a 1961 graduate of Shades Valley High School, he enrolled in the Cooperative Education Program at Auburn University. He then worked and...

Jimmie "Jay" Barton

May 21, 2023

 

Jimmie (Jay) Don Barton Jr., age 56, of Trussville, Alabama passed away on May 21, 2023.  Jay graduated from Jackson University.  He was passionate about his work at Byers Engineering.  His work ethic was impeccable and all that worked with him knew this.  The love and care he had for his employees was incredible.  He spent countless hours helping...

Mary E. Wright Seals

May 21, 2023

 

Mary Eloise Wright Seals went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 21, 2023, at 94 years of age.  She enjoyed spending time with her family and serving her Lord.  She was born to the late Arthur Alton and Ethel Mae Wright.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband...

Jennifer Salvadori

May 19, 2023

 

Jennifer Lee Salvadori’s life was unexpectedly taken too soon on May 19, 2023. Her family and friends are deeply saddened by her sudden and senseless death.

Jennifer was born on March 6, 1971. She was 52 years old.

Jennifer is survived by her Sons, Andrew Bunt and Joshua Bunt; Sister, Amy Gore (Jerry); Nephews, Garrett Gore and Mason Gore;...

Daniel Friday

May 19, 2023

 

Daniel Friday, 72, beloved Spouse, Son, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, and Father-in-Law was called to his eternal resting place May 19, 2023. He entered this world on February 9, 1951, in Birmingham, AL born to Harold & Jimmie Friday. He graduated from the University of Montevallo on May 9, 1981. He was employed as a Firefighter/ EMT by the...