Obituaries

Rilla Tawbush

Rilla Tawbush

Oct 8, 2026

Rilla Tawbush was a woman of unwavering faith, whose love for the Lord and devotion to her family were at the very heart of her life. Her faith was not simply something she professed, but something she carried with her each day, reflected in the love she shared with those around her.

Family meant everything to Rilla. She treasured the time...

Linda Sue Lockart

Linda Sue Lockart

Oct 5, 2026

It is with broken hearts, but with the comfort of knowing she is finally home with Jesus, that we announce the passing of our beloved Linda Sue Lockart, who went to be with the Lord on October 5, 2026, at the age of 60.

She was preceded in death by her parents Margaret Ellen Headley and James Edward Headley, her siblings...

Donald Weldon McNair

Donald Weldon McNair

Oct 5, 2026

Donald W. McNair, 10/13/1950 peacefully passed away on 10/05/2026, was an army veteran that served his country in the Vietnam Veteran War. He was a recipient of the Purple Heart.

Parents: Robert Alston McNair and Edna E. Lantrip Abney. 

Survived by Wife: Linda K. Watson; 3 children: Atheena Martinez, Jeremiah McNair, Brooklyn McNair Maples; 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be...

Hazel Tillery Jackson

Hazel Tillery Jackson

Oct 3, 2026

Hazel Tillery Jackson, 90 of Sylvan Springs, AL, passed away on October 3, 2026. She was born on August 17, 1936, to James and Myrtle Ward Tillery. She loved to cook for her family and loved them all more than anything in the world (especially her grandsons).

Hazel is preceded in death by her parents, her husband of more than 50...

Raymond Calvin Booth, Sr.

Raymond Calvin Booth, Sr.

Oct 1, 2026

Raymond Calvin Booth, Sr., age 87 of Silverhill, Al passed away October 1, 2026. Raymond was a retired coal miner and enjoyed his retirement camping with his wife of 65 years, Minnie Elizabeth Booth. He is also survived by his daughter, Shelia Hutcherson (Wesley); son, Raymond C. Booth, Jr.; 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandson.

Raymond is predeceased by his parents,...

Bobbie Sue Clum

Bobbie Sue Clum

Sep 30, 2026

Bobbie Sue Clum-Jimenez, 44, of Bessemer, Alabama, passed away on September 30, 2025, at DCH Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her family. Bobbie was born on April 21, 1982, in Amarillo, Texas, to Thomas Clum and Donna Marsella. She was a part of Brighton School family for several years, where she touched many lives. Before her passing, she was working...

Deborah Lynn Tinker

Deborah Lynn Tinker

Sep 29, 2026

Deborah Lynn Tinker, age 74, of Hueytown passed away at her residence on September 29, 2026 surrounded by her family. Deborah was born March 27, 1952 to the late Calvin Adel and Mary F. Salter Tinker. Also preceding her in death are two of her siblings, Robert Neal Tinker and Gloria Jean Collins.

Survivors include her son, Tony Rose (April), brother,...

Terri Anne Crumpton

Terri Anne Crumpton

Sep 27, 2026

Terri Anne Crumpton was born December 1st, 1965 in Bessemer, Alabama, where she lived the majority of her life. She went to McAdory Highschool where she was homecoming queen and she was also a member of Caffee Junction Church of God. She was ambitious and always chased her dreams throughout her life. Sadly, she left this world on September 27th,...

Sarah Jo Duke

Sarah Jo Duke

Sep 26, 2026

Sarah Jo Duke, 93 of Hueytown, AL, passed on September 26, 2026. Sarah Jo was known for her love of cooking and canning fruits and vegetables. She worked as a nutritionist for the local school system. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Charlie Melvin and Myrtle Wheeler Stripling; husband of more than 60 years, John A. Duke; and son,...

Sharon F. Hadley

Sharon F. Hadley

Sep 26, 2026

Sharon F. Hadley, 61 of Hueytown, Alabama, passed on September 26, 2026. She will be remembered for her love of arts and crafts and her love for her family. Sharon was on several bowling leagues in Bessemer and Oak Mountain. She was a long time member of Cottage Hill Baptist Church.

Sharon is preceded in death by her parents, Robert Lee...

Alma Roberta Cowan Roan

Alma Roberta Cowan Roan

Sep 20, 2026

Alma Cowan Roan, 91, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 20, 2026, after a long life marked by faith, family, service, and love.

Born November 27, 1934, in Ragland, Alabama, Alma was married for 50 years to Reverend Charles Roan, who preceded her in death in 2003. As a pastor’s wife and homemaker, she spent much...

Donna Elaine Murr

Donna Elaine Murr

Sep 19, 2026

Donna Elaine Murr, 77 of Birmingham, AL, passed away on September 19, 2026 surrounded by family. She was born on April 18, 1949 to Thomas Perry and Willie Mae Hines Murr. Donna worked in the childcare industry for many years.

Donna is preceded in death by her parents and husband of 55 years, Clarence E. Murr. She is survived by her...

Cheryl R. Hall

Cheryl R. Hall

Sep 8, 2026

Cheryl Renee Hall, 61 of Concord, AL, passed on September 8, 2026. No services are planned at this time.

Steven Edmond Shearer

Steven Edmond Shearer

Sep 8, 2026

Steven Edmond Shearer, 82, formerly of Pleasant Grove, AL, passed away at his home in Florence, AL, on September 8, 2026, after a weekend surrounded by his family.

Steve was born on April 22, 1944, to Mark and Bessie Mae Shearer.

Steve grew up in Pleasant Grove, where he attended elementary school and junior high school. He graduated from Hueytown High School...

Mary Frances Miller

Mary Frances Miller

Sep 4, 2026

Mary Frances Wadkins Miller, 91 of Chelsea passed away peacefully Friday September 4th, 2026. Mary Frances was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. Her greatest joy was being Nanny to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a longtime member of Pleasant Grove Presbyterian Church and had life long friends in the “Good Sisters”.

She was...

John Franklin Bradley

John Franklin Bradley

Sep 1, 2026

John Franklin Bradley, 80 of Centerpoint, Indiana, passed away on September 1, 2026, at Putnam County Hospital. Born on February 7, 1946 in Navasota, Texas to William and Kathleen Bradley.

On July 30, 1965, he enlisted into the US Army. He married his beloved wife, Martha Anne Wright, on August 15, 1965. He retired from the Army after 19 years of...

James Harold Carr, Jr.

James Harold Carr, Jr.

Sep 1, 2026

James Harold Carr, Jr. (Jimmy) passed away peacefully on September 1, 2026 at 70 years old in Bessemer, AL. He was a devoted partner, husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose greatest joy in life was his family. He was a man who believed in working hard, loving deeply, and making memories that would last a lifetime.

Jimmy was born on April...

James Terry McConatha

James Terry McConatha

Aug 31, 2026

James Terry McConatha, age 81, of Hueytown passed away at Baptist Medical Center Princeton on August 31, 2026. Terry was born in Sycamore, Alabama on May 26, 1945 to the late Joe and Emma Elizabeth McConatha. He is also predeceased by his brothers, Billy Joe McConatha and sister, Bobbie Samsal.

Left to cherish his memory is his son, Chris McConatha; sister,...

Bill Hasiotis

Bill Hasiotis

Aug 30, 2026

Bill Hasiotis, born April 7, 1938 in Greece, passed on Sunday, August 30, 2026 at the age of 88. Bill will be laid to rest in Springville Cemetery (875 Robinson St, 35146) on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, please donate in Bill's name to a charity of your choice. 

The staff of Patterson Forest Grove...

LeAnn Pierson

LeAnn Pierson

Aug 25, 2026

LeAnn Shelton Pierson was born on April 6,1956 in Birmingham, AL & passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on August 25, 2026 at Grandview Hospital. Everyday for 70 years, she lived her life by helping to spread joy, love & laughter to others by her songs & her presence.

She had a gift for sharing/bringing joy & laughter to...