Obituaries

Oct 7, 2025

Otis Lee Pruitt, Sr., 80 of Birmingham, passed on October 7, 2025. He was born to Mary Beavers and Arthur Pruitt on October 10, 1944. He was married to Patricia Williams and with this union was born Shon Jackson, Marlon Pruitt (AlFreda) and Otis Pruitt, Jr. Otis was also the father of AJ Pruitt, Janay Smith, Lisa Smith and Devin...

Oct 6, 2025

Lawrence “Dan” Byrne, 76, of Northport, Alabama, passed away peacefully on the evening of October 6, 2025. Born in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, on March 28, 1949 to the late Lawrence Michael and Dorothy Beatty Byrne.

            Dan proudly served his country in the United States Army as a SP5 Military Police officer during the Vietnam War from...

Sep 29, 2025

Sep 29, 2025

Jami Linne Carlee, 53, of Hueytown Alabama passed away on September 29th, 2025 in her Hueytown home.

She is survived by her two children Trent Carlee (Brittany), Christyn Myrick (Wade), her grandson and whole world Bryson Myrick, two brothers Allen Chapman (Cristy) and George Chapman, as well as her sister Ginger Chapman (Bryan), nieces Addison (Chase), Lynne (Shaun), nephews Jeramy and...

Sep 29, 2025

Jeffrey Allen McGee, 63 of Pleasant Grove, AL, passed on September 29, 2025. Jeffrey loved the outdoors. He was an avid dove hunter and also loved hunting deer and fishing. He made knives for family and friends. He loved spending quality time with his family, especially his grandkids.

Jeffrey is preceded in death by his parents, Marvin P. and Mary Frances...

Sep 26, 2025

Erica Nicole Lawley was born April 20, 1993 in Birmingham, Alabama to Kimberly Ann and the late James Dennis Lawley. On September 26, 2025, at the young age of 32 years, she passed from this life far to soon. She leaves behind her husband, William Daniel Hayes; two loving daughters, Haydan and Allie Jones; mother & step father, Kim and...

Sep 26, 2025

Grace Elizabeth (Betty) McDonald, age 98 passed away September 26, 2025. She was a retired teacher, and long time member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church. Betty was affectionately known by her family as MarMar.

She was preceded in death by her parents Alfred William and Grace Rothwell Henckell, her sister Frances Margaret Henckell, her husband William Marvin McDonald, Jr. and...

Sep 21, 2025

Molly Doris Herring, age 85 of West Blocton, passed away at Bibb County Nursing Home on September 21, 2025. Mrs. Herring was born to the late Charlie Denton and Bessie Palmertree Ludolf in Mississippi. She is also predeceased by her sisters, Frances Hill, Kay Ludolf; brothers, Luther, Earl, Denton and Rayford Ludolf; granddaughter, Abigail Herring; daughters-in-law, Denise Herring, Joyce Herring...

Sep 20, 2025

Harold D. Kelly, age 86, was welcomed into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, at his home in McCalla on September 20, 2025. He was a Godly husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend and servant. Harold was born March 3, 1939 to the late Jasper Perry and Annie Belle Kelley and was one of nine children.

Harold is survived...

Sep 18, 2025

Pamela Dianne Taylor-Walker, age 67 of Concord community formerly of Melrose Park, Illinois, passed from this life on September 18, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Pamela was born December 29, 1957 to the late Hillard Andrew and Adra Williams Taylor. she is also predeceased by her brother, Larry Wayne Taylor.

Survivors include her husband, Richard Walker; step...

Sep 17, 2025

Elizabeth Ann Baker, 89, of Hueytown, AL, passed away on September 17, 2025. She was a former business owner in Hueytown with The Book Place and was the Birmingham Club Champion in golf in 1982. Elizabeth was very active civically, serving as a counselor for the American Cancer Society and the Altar Guild at St. Aloysius Church. She also coached...

Sep 15, 2025

Brenda Kay Hickey, 76, of Bessemer, AL passed away on September 15, 2025.

Brenda was born on March 7, 1949 to Ralph and Margaret Marcum. Brenda was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She spent her time taking care of everyone around her. Brenda was a dedicated member of her church, Concord Baptist Church. She taught children's church for over...

Sep 13, 2025

Crystal Leigh Slatton, age 45 of Pleasant Grove, passed away September 13, 2025 at her residence. Crystal was born October 26, 1979 to the late Jim Coats and Patsy Ruth Stover. Crystal is survived by her aunts, Judy Cooper and Bobbie Otton and several other family members and friends.

The family has chosen cremation and any services will be announced at...

Sep 13, 2025

Kimberly Charlene Dodd, 60 of Oakman, AL, was promoted to Heaven on September 13, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. She is survived by her parents, William "Bill" Sr. and Charlene "Bunk" Rodrigue; daughters, Tiffany Martin (Mincus) and Sabrina Eddy (Mike); son, Matthew Dodd; grandchildren, Jaden Martin (Lillie), Maddie Martin, Braden Martin, Mason Martin, Killian Dodd, Cora Eddy, Johnson Eddy, Doc...

Sep 12, 2025

Donna Gail Cobb, 61 of McCalla, AL, passed on September 12, 2025. She was a wonderful singer.  She shared her talents, along with her cousin accompanying her, at several churches in the area. She is preceded in death by her parents, Joyel, Jr. and Mary Barnhill; and siblings, Wayne Barnhill, Susan Summers and Jerry Barnhill. She is survived by her...

Sep 11, 2025

Jerry Marshall Moore, Sr., better known as "Butch" of Bessemer passed away at his residence September 11, 2025.  Jerry was born September 8, 1937 to the late Clifford and Maude Bailey Moore. He was predeceased by his parents; his son, Larry Moore and brother, Jim Moore.

Survivors include his beloved and devoted wife of 66 years, Patricia "Patsy Moore; sons, Butch...

Sep 10, 2025

Brady Estes, 64 of Birmingham, AL, passed on September 10, 2025. He was a US Navy veteran. Brady is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph, Sr. and Lucille Louis; brother, Ralph Estes, Jr.; and twin sister, Brenda Estes. He is survived by his brothers, Harlan Estes and Bart Estes (Jennifer); sisters, Rita Estes and Cherie Louis; numerous nieces and...

Sep 10, 2025

Hobert Larry Bradberry, age78 of Adger, Al, passed away peacefully at his residence on September 10, 2025. Larry was born in Blount County, Al to the late Hobert Bascom and Maxine Epperson Bradberry on January 22, 1947. Hobert was the third of seven children and was predeceased by his parents; his siblings, Don Edward and Arthur Lewis Bradberry; sisters, JoAnn...

Sep 9, 2025

Roger Doyle Whitt, Jr., 61, of Birmingham, AL, passed away on September 9, 2025. Roger was an accomplished pianist who won several state competitions for his musical talents. He played piano for many local churches and worked at ADT as an Area Accounts Manager for over 10 years before his health failed.

Roger is preceded in death by his father, Roger...

Sep 3, 2025

Debbie Ann Driver York, 70 of Bessemer, AL, passed away September 3, 2025. She is preceded in death by her spouse, Terry Lynn York. Remaining to cherish her life is son, Jeffrey (April) York; granddaughters, Jesslyn and Ashlyn York; sister, Sandra Carrell; niece, Kristy Rivers; special cousin, Jean Jenkins; and many other relatives and friends. She attended Concord Highlands Baptist...