Obituaries

Lecil (Buck) Evans

Dec 3, 2024

Lecil (Buck) Evans, age 98, of Hueytown passed away on December 3, 2024. Buck was born in Walker County, AL on May 10, 1926. Mr. Evans attended Carbon Hill High School and graduated from Florence State University. He worked most of his life for US Pipe/ Jim Walters Corporation as a chemist. Buck served in the US Military with eh...

Juanita Robbins

Dec 2, 2024

Juanita A. Robbins, age 90, passed away on December 2, 2024. Juanita was preceded in death by her husband Jessie (Buddy) Robbins and a grandson Jaron Branham Christenbury.

She worked for Vulacan Materials and for Hoar Construction for many years. She attended Clearbranch Methodist Church.

She is survived by her son Richard (Belinda) Christenbury; grandchildren, Christina Remmey, Breann...

Nancy Cox

Dec 2, 2024

Graveside Services for Mrs. Nancy Cox, age 83 of Columbiana, will be held on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. at Springville Cemetery with family and friends officiating.

Mrs. Nancy passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024 at Grandview Medical Center. She was a lifelong resident of Alabama, Mrs. Nancy enjoyed doing yardwork, watching Alabama football and spending time with...

Christmas Remembrance Service 2024

Dec 1, 2024

On Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00 P.M., we held our Annual Christmas Remembrance Service, honoring those we lost during 2024. Experiencing loss is difficult at any time, season or place in life. We miss those we love most during the holidays, and keep them close to our hearts during this time.

Below you will find a Memorial Slideshow, honoring those...

Charles Harvard "Bud" Hartsfield

Nov 30, 2024

God answered his prayer and called his good and faithful servant "Bud" Hartsfield home to heaven at the age of 91. Preceding him in his passing are his parents H.W. "Ike" Hartsfield and Mable Younger Slocumb. Bud leaves behind a loving family, Carol Jones Hartsfield his wife of 67 years and brother Jerry (Jelly) Hartsfield. Bud and Carol's two children,...

Geraldine Reese

Nov 29, 2024

In Loving Memory of Geraldine Rhodes Reese

August 12, 1939- November 29th, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of our beloved wife and mother, Geraldine "Jerri" Rhodes Reese, who was called home to be with the Lord on November 29, 2024 at the age of 85.

Born on August 12,...

John Joseph McGrath

Nov 29, 2024

John Joseph McGrath, age 98, of Trussville, passed away on November 29th, 2024. He was a member of the Holy Infant of Prague Catholic Church and a WW2 veteran. 

He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 72 years, Ann McGrath.

Survivors include his daughter, Anne Buckner; his son, John McGrath (Holly); his grandchildren, Allison Buckner, Kelly Patterson (Hodge), Caylee...

Jewel Dean Henley

Nov 27, 2024

Jewel Henley, age 94, went to be with her heavenly father on Wednesday, November 27. She was born in Cleveland, AL and raised on a farm in Locust Fort. In 1955 she married Everette Henley; a reunion that lasted 67 years. In 1962 she joined Ridgecrest Baptist Church where she served as Director of the Preschool area for 40 years...

Freddie Busby

Nov 27, 2024

Freddie "Larry" Busby, also known as Pepaw, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his wife, family, and friends on November 27, 2024 in Trussville, Alabama, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. He was the loving and devoted husband to Rebecca "Becky" Braswell Busby for 48 wonderful years.

Larry was born on January 26, 1956, in Birmingham,...

Geraldine Bryan

Nov 25, 2024

Geraldine Marie Bryan, wife of Donald Bryan for 68 years, beloved mother, grandmother, and great -grandmother passed away peacefully on Monday November 25th at the age of 90. A parishioner of Holy Infant of Prague Catholic Church, Geraldine shared her faith, and love of baking with everyone she met. All who knew her appreciated her generous spirit and gentle wit....

Ronald Dean Feild

Nov 23, 2024

Ronald Dean Feild, 83, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2024, in Plano, TX. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, known as "Ron" to friends and family and as "Dadoo" to his grandchildren.

Ron was born on May 22, 1941, in Birmingham, AL, to Ralph Feild and Viva (Merlin) Boswell Feild. He met his cherished wife...

Willa Faye Bice

Nov 23, 2024

Willa “Faye” Bice, beloved Mother, Granny, MawMaw, great grandmother and friend, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024. She was born and raised in Winston County Alabama. She graduated from Meek High School in 1956. It was during her time in high school she met her first husband, Charles Williams. They were happily married and had three daughters, Alice, Rhonda...

Donald Ashworth

Nov 23, 2024

Donald Lee Ashworth, Sr., known as "Pete" to his many friends and family, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at the age of 89.

Before meeting the love of his life, Pete joined the U.S. Navy and served his country proudly aboard the Navy Destroyer, USS John Hood from which he was Honorably Discharged. 

Pete is survived by his wife...

Bernis C. "Butch" Howard, Jr.

Nov 23, 2024

Bernis (Butch) Clayton Howard, also known as Grandaddy, was born in Birmingham, AL on January 23, 1946. He left for heaven on November 23, 2024. 

Butch’s life was one big adventure. He served his country proudly in the Marine Corps. After basic training, he came home to marry the love of his life, Mary Ann. Together, they loved to support their...

Clyde "Tim" Maynard Earley, Jr.

Nov 21, 2024

Clyde Maynard Earley, Jr, 98, of Sylacauga, passed away on November 21, 2024. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was known to his family and close friends as ‘Tim’ and ‘Pop’ to his grands and great-grands. 

Tim was born on February 7, 1926 to Clyde, Sr. and Bessie Earley. He grew up in Brookside and Woodlawn area...

Joshua David Walker

Nov 20, 2024

Joshua “David” Walker, 27, of Trussville, AL, passed away on November 20, 2024. He was born on February 20, 1997.

A 2015 graduate of Hewitt Trussville High School. After graduation, David attended Auburn University. David went on to work for the Birmingham Humane Society, where his love for animals was evident in everything he did. Whether it was helping stray dogs...

Frances W. Gentry

Nov 20, 2024

Frances W. Gentry, age 101, passed away on Nov. 20,2024. Frances was a retired mail carrier with the postal service and at 85 was still driving and moving cars for automobile dealers. Frances was a member of Boyles Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Bobby Gentry, grandchild Daniel Ledbetter, great-grandchild Jeff Ledbetter.

Frances is survived...

Deborah McNamee

Nov 19, 2024

“No one's eyes shined so bright with love

As my mom, who is now high above”

It is with great sadness that the family of Deborah McNamee announce her passing. She was taken away from us far too soon. She was a wonderful wife and mother. She spread warmth and drew laughter from everyone around her. Everyone loved her. She raised 2...

Nellie Brown

Nov 19, 2024

Nellie W. Brown, age 89, passed away on Nov. 19, 2024. Nellie was a very active member of Victory Baptist Church in Dayton, TN. She worked for many years with TSC and Lowery Motor Freight trucking. She was preceded in death by her husband Bascom Brown and son David Brown.

Mrs. Brown is survived by her children, Randy...

Charles David Gwin, Sr.

Nov 17, 2024

Graveside Services for Mr. Charles David Gwin, Sr., age 67 of Lexington, South Carolina, will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 12:00 P.M. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral with Chaplin Sidney B. Aaron officiating. Burial will follow in the adjoining gardens.

Mr. Gwin passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at Heritage at Lowman Rehab & Healthcare. He loved to...