Obituaries

Olivia Anne Green

Olivia Anne Green

Mar 19, 2026

Olivia Anne Green, age 75, of Mulga passed away at UAB Palliative Care in Birmingham, Al on March 19, 2026. Olivia was born August 8, 1950 to the late Charles Wesley Wheeler, Jr and Joan JoAnn Morse Wheeler. She is also predeceased by her son, Kristopher Scott Green; grandson, William Andrew Dunkling and brothers, Michael Dean Wheeler and Timothy McFarland...

Terry Lynn Ferguson

Terry Lynn Ferguson

Mar 19, 2026

Terry Lynn Ferguson, follower of Christ, Alabama fan, UAB grad and Auburn dad, passed away on March 19, 2026. He loved his Lord and Savior and wrote and self-published several books of devotions emphasizing scripture. Lover of Atlanta Braves Baseball. He was artistic and creative: drawing in early life and writing poetry later on. Dunker of basketballs in high school,...

George Andrew Orphanos

George Andrew Orphanos

Mar 16, 2026

On March 16, 2026, George Andrew Orphanos, age 75, of Hoover, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home in the care of his family. He was born in Birmingham, Alabama on October 31, 1950 and grew up in Norwood and Homewood.

George spent much of his life as a man on the move. He traveled the world, visiting Israel, Jordan, Egypt, Greece,...

Willard Cecil Hendrix

Willard Cecil Hendrix

Mar 14, 2026

My beloved husband, Willard Cecil Hendrix (Buddy), passed away March 14, 2026, at the VA hospital in Birmingham, AL, at the age of 65. He was not only my husband, but my friend. His laughter filled every corner of our home and he never met a stranger. He was loved by everyone. Buddy was a devoted husband and was known...

Peggy Jean Woods

Peggy Jean Woods

Mar 5, 2026

Peggy Jean Woods, age 71 of Hueytown, passed away Baptist Medical Center Prince on March 5, 2026. Peggy was born November 17, 1954 in Hueytown to the late Hoyt Leon & Helen Riley Thomas. she is also predeceased by her sister, Patricia Thomas. 

Survivors include her son, Michael Moore (Carolyn), daughter, Sharon Moore, brother, Kenneth Thomas (Candi), grandchildren, Isaiah Moore, Brandon...

Todd Kyndal Goalen

Todd Kyndal Goalen

Mar 3, 2026

Todd Kyndal Goalen, age 59, passed away on March 2, 2026. He was born on April 3, 1966 to the late James Wesley and Margaret Elizabeth Philen Goalen.

Todd had a deep love for the game of golf. He not only enjoyed playing but also took great joy in teaching others and helping them improve their game. Many knew him for...

James Ford Watkins

James Ford Watkins

Mar 2, 2026

James Ford Watkins, age 87, of Centreville, Alabama, passed away on March 2, 2026. Ford was a faithful member of New Life Baptist Church in Centreville. Prior to moving to Centreville, he was a charter member and ordained deacon at Raimund Heights Baptist Church in Bessemer, where he was the first person to be baptized in the church, setting a...

Miriam Rebecca Bagley

Miriam Rebecca Bagley

Mar 1, 2026

Miriam Rebecca Bagley, a beloved matriarch and cherished figure in her community, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026, in Hoover, Alabama, at the age of 90. Born on February 10, 1936, in Alabama, she graced the world with her vibrant spirit and unwavering devotion to her family and friends.

For half a century, Miriam and her husband, James Bagley, who...

Charles Arthur Argent

Charles Arthur Argent

Feb 27, 2026

Charles Arthur Argent, age 84, was born on July 16, 1941, in Parrish, Alabama and met our Lord’s face on February 27, 2026, surrounded by his wife and loved ones in Bayview, Alabama. He graduated from Minor High School in 1959 and leaves behind a wonderful legacy. He was a Birmingham Police Officer for 15 years, as well as an...

Paul Clayton Johnston

Paul Clayton Johnston

Feb 26, 2026

Paul C. Johnston, 58, passed away peacefully on Thursday (02/26/2026). He was born Jan 6, 1968 in Birmingham, AL to Clayton and Joan Johnston. He was graduate of Minor High School (1986). He married Edie Stinnett Johnston on September 9, 1995 in Hueytown, Alabama. He worked as a welder for Marathon Electric.

Paul was a hardworking and dedicated man, father, husband...

William MacArthur Martin

William MacArthur Martin

Feb 21, 2026

William MacArthur Martin, age 83 of Dora, passed away at UAB Hospital on February 21, 2026. "Mac" was born September 9, 1942 to Claud Martin & Alma Maxine Weathers Martin as one of 6 children. Mac retired after 50 years of service as route salesman for the Golden Flake Potato Chip Company. He lead a very active life including coaching...

Fred Nabors

Fred Nabors

Feb 20, 2026

Fred Nabors, born on October 8, 1941, in Jefferson County, Alabama, peacefully passed away on February 20, 2026, at the residence of his daughter. He leaves behind a legacy of dedication and hard work, having owned and operated NCI for more than 30 years, a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence.

Fred is survived by his beloved family,...

Fredrick Wayne Pender

Fredrick Wayne Pender

Feb 19, 2026

Fredrick Wayne Pender

June 11, 1945 – February 19, 2026

Fredrick Wayne Pender, 80, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on February 19, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.

Born on June 11, 1945, to Carlos Alton Pender and Edna Mae Whitfield, the fourth born of their five children. Wayne was raised in Wylam , Alabama and attended Ensley High School, the University of...

James "Jamie" Douglas Archer, Jr.

James "Jamie" Douglas Archer, Jr.

Feb 18, 2026

James Douglas Archer, Jr., known to family and friends as Jamie, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 18th, 2026, at his home in Birmingham, Alabama, after a long battle with dementia. Jamie was born in Birmingham, Alabama on March 9th, 1957. During his childhood, Jamie attended several schools around North Alabama as his family followed his father, a Methodist minister, to several churches across the...

James Michael Maddox

James Michael Maddox

Feb 10, 2026

James Michael (Mike) Maddox entered his forever home on February 10, 2026. He was born on January 22, 1952 in Pleasant Grove, AL. There he put down roots and raised his family in his hometown.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents, James and Tezzie Rae Maddox of Pleasant Grove, wife Julie Maddox, daughter Lindy Michelle Maddox, and granddaughter Valley...

Mindy Ann McCarty

Mindy Ann McCarty

Feb 9, 2026

Mindy Ann McCarty, age 46, of Pleasant Grove, Alabama, passed away on February 9, 2026. She was a bright light in the lives of everyone she met, remembered for her warmth and kindness. Mindy attended Midfield High School and graduated from Hueytown High School in 1997. Mindy was a devoted mother to her son, Landon. She was cherished as a loving...

Tezzie Rae Maddox

Tezzie Rae Maddox

Feb 8, 2026

Tezzie Rae Maddox, age 93, of McCalla, lovingly called "Mawmaw", passed away February 8, 2026. Rae was born July 5, 1932 to the late Erby and Addie Hardy Ward. Also preceding her in death is her husband of 67 years, James Maddox, granddaughter, Lindy Michelle Maddox, great granddaughters Maddox Elise Hodge and Valley Jule Maddox and daughter in law Julie Maddox.

Survivors...

James A. Cates, Jr.

James A. Cates, Jr.

Feb 5, 2026

James "Jim" A. Cates, Jr. of Bessemer, Alabama passed away on Thursday, February 5th, 2026 at the age of 90.

Born on August 28, 1935, in Centerville, Alabama, to James and Euville (Jackson) Cates, Jim was a man who believed in hard work, a good joke, and a job well done. In 1954, he married the love of his life, Mildred...

Harry Nelson, III

Harry Nelson, III

Feb 4, 2026

Harry Nelson, III, 51 of Warrior, AL, passed on February 4, 2026. No services are planned at this time.

James R. Corley

James R. Corley

Feb 4, 2026

James Rogers Corley(1943-2026)

James Rogers Corley, born February 28th, 1943 in Atlanta, Georgia, age 82, Hueytown, AL, passed away at Baptist Princeton Hospital on February 4, 2026; due to complications of COPD.

James was a hardworking individual that loved to make people laugh and definitely loved to get a reaction. His favorite past times, Alabama football, NASCAR, fishing and casinos. He retired...