Obituaries

Reba Gail Faught

Reba Gail Faught

Jul 22, 2025

Reba Gail Faught, 78 of Hueytown, AL, passed on July 22, 2025. She retired from a local bank as a Loan Officer after many years of service to the community. Reba was a longtime member of Bagley Church of God. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ollie and Pauline Blackwood and husband, Ferrell Faught. She is survived  by...

David Edward Spanick

David Edward Spanick

Jul 21, 2025

David Edward Spanick, born on January 30, 1955, in Bessemer, Alabama, passed away peacefully in his residence on July 21, 2025. A devoted husband, father, brother, and grandfather, David was cherished by those who had the privilege of knowing him.

David was a man of many passions. He and his beloved wife of 48 years, Kay C. Spanick, shared a profound...

Bryan David Gill

Bryan David Gill

Jul 20, 2025

Bryan David Gill, 54 of Hueytown, Alabama passed away July 20, 2025. He is preceded in death by his brother, Ronald "Buddy" Hamilton. He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Traci Haskett Gill; sons, Dustin Gill, Zach Gill; step-son, Justin Motley; daughters, Lindsey Gill, Sara Faith Gill; step-daughter, Conner Motley; parents, William and Mary Alice Dodd Gill; sisters,...

Michael Glen Hancock

Michael Glen Hancock

Jul 20, 2025

Michael Glen Hancock, age 70, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family after a courageous and faith-filled journey. A devoted husband, loving father, and proud (“PeePaw, Pop-Pop, Paw-Paw”) Michael’s life was a beautiful reflection of strength, grace, and unwavering devotion to his family.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Tammy...

Thomas Randolph Long

Thomas Randolph Long

Jul 18, 2025

Thomas Randolph Long, 72 of Birmingham, AL, passed on July 18, 2025. He was born on June 5, 1053 to the late John and Emma Long. He is also preceded in death by  Otis and Buddy, beloved pets.

Thomas is survived by his wife of 43 years, Jane Long; daughters, Amanda L. Rushton (Tyler), Jamie R. Sood (Chris) and Bonnie E....

Floyd A. Hyman

Floyd A. Hyman

Jul 17, 2025

Floyd A. Hyman, of McCalla, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family, on July 17, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on October 20, 1936, Floyd was the beloved son of the late Hazel K. Sniddy and Floyd J. Hyman. He was also preceded in death by his son, Steve Hyman.

Floyd spent more than four decades...

Patricia Alice Caffee

Patricia Alice Caffee

Jul 15, 2025

Patricia Alice Caffe, age 73 of Adger, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on July 15, 2025. Patricia was born in Williamson, West Virginia on April 11, 1952 to the late Elias and Edna Scaggs Salmons.

Pat is survived by her husband, Ricky Lee Caffee, Sr., of Adger; daughters, Lisa Green of Adger and Eva Arnold (Keith) of...

Jerry Leo Robinson, Sr.

Jerry Leo Robinson, Sr.

Jul 15, 2025

Jerry Leo Robinson Sr. passed away on July 15 2025, at the age of 88. Born on July 18, 1936, Jerry dedicated over forty years of his life to his career as a land surveyor and engineer, a field in which he was respected and admired for his expertise.

Jerry was a devoted husband and father, leaving behind his beloved wife...

Jesse James Dobbs

Jesse James Dobbs

Jul 13, 2025

Jesse James Dobbs, born on February 28, 1943, in Birmingham, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home in Parrish, Alabama, on July 13, 2025. A devoted family man and a steadfast member of his community, Jesse is remembered for his attention to detail and thoroughness in all aspects of his life.

Jesse dedicated 29 years of his career to Dickey Clay, where...

James Anthony Cruso

James Anthony Cruso

Jul 7, 2025

James Anthony Cruso, a cherished member of his community, departed this world on July 7, 2025, at the age of 59 in Birmingham, Alabama. Born on May 24, 1966, in Massachusetts, James became a beloved figure known for his big-hearted personality and unwavering kindness.

For most of his life, James worked diligently as a mechanic, demonstrating a strong work ethic that...

Gulmaro Olvera Castro

Gulmaro Olvera Castro

Jul 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gulmaro Olvera Castro, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished, and dedicated construction worker, who left us far too soon on July 6, 2025, in Bessemer, Alabama. Born on October 27, 1991, Gulmaro was a shining light in the lives of all who knew him.

For ten wonderful years, he shared...

Infant Damian Wade Thompson

Infant Damian Wade Thompson

Jul 2, 2025

Damian Wade Thompson the 3 month old infant son of Nathan Thompson and Kasey Elliott passed away suddenly on July 2, 2025. Damian was born April 1, 2025 at UAB West hospital to join this life with his big sister, Nova. 

Others left to cherish Damian's memory and life are his grandparents, Ginger Renea Myers, Nathan Thompson, Sr., (Angela), Crystal Drake...

William Franklin Smith, IV

William Franklin Smith, IV

Jul 2, 2025

William Franklin Smith, IV of Birmingham passed away at his residence on July 2, 2025. William was born April 27, 1951 to the late William Franklin Smith, III and Inez Mayhall Smith in Hueytown, as one of three sons. He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Steven Smith.

Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Linda Crawford...

Susan Lynn Dunmyer

Susan Lynn Dunmyer

Jun 29, 2025

Susan Lynn Dunmyer, aged 65, of Birmingham, AL, passed away on June 29, 2025. She was born to J.C. and Jean Byrd on June 12, 1960. Susan was a long-standing member of Pleasant Grove Nazarene Church, where she demonstrated her deep commitment to her faith and community.

She cherished her family, particularly her grandchildren, and was known for her warm and...

Velma June Herbinger

Velma June Herbinger

Jun 23, 2025

Velma Herbinger, a beloved member of her family and her church family, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2025, at The Oaks on Parkwood in Bessemer, Alabama. She was born on January 19, 1934, and lived a life marked by dedication and service.

Velma worked as an account representative for Social Security, where she made a significant impact through her commitment...

Claudia Nadine Brown

Claudia Nadine Brown

Jun 22, 2025

Claudia Nadine Brown, aged 72, of Trussville, AL, passed away on June 22, 2025. She dedicated many years of her life to serving others as a Registered Nurse. Claudia was predeceased by her parents, Billy and Stella Carroll; her sister, Evelyn Bunt; her granddaughter, Amber Smith; and her grandson, Nicholas Hughes.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 49 years,...

Glenda Dillashaw Spain

Glenda Dillashaw Spain

Jun 20, 2025

Glenda Dillashaw Spain passed away at her residence on June 20, 2025. Glenda was born February 6, 1958 to the late Zeb and Elzena Bryson Smith. She is survived by her daughter, Gina Dillashaw Jones (Andrew); sons, Glenn Winnett, Justin Dillashaw, Michael Spain and Stephen Stewart (Renita); grandchildren, Lydia Winnett, Aubrie Jones, Nora Farley and Zander Jones. The family would...

Bobbie Gore

Bobbie Gore

Jun 19, 2025

Bobbie F. Etheride Gore, 82 of Hueytown, AL passed away June 19, 2025. There are no services planned at this time

Donald Ray Harmon

Donald Ray Harmon

Jun 13, 2025

Donald Ray Harmon, age 69, of Birmingport, Alabama, passed away peacefully and painlessly, surrounded by loved ones, on June 13, 2025, at 5:31 a.m.

He was born on December 3, 1955, in Birmingham, Alabama. Ray was a good friend to many, and a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and uncle.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald Odom and...

Joseph Edward Roy

Joseph Edward Roy

Jun 12, 2025

Joseph Edward Roy, born on April 16, 1940, departed this life on June 12, 2025, in Bessemer, Alabama. He was a man defined by his quiet strength, a devoted family member and a proud veteran of the United States Coast Guard. Joseph lived a life characterized by hard work and dedication, working at Winn Dixie as a butcher and then...