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.
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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...
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...
Rita Williams
Feb 2, 2026
Rita Roccella Williams, age 88, of Pleasant Grove passed away February 2, 2026 at her residence. Rita was a loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. A woman of Faith who loved Jesus and Mother Mary. She was the youngest of 9 Children, born and raised in Naples Italy. She met her husband Charles while he was serving in the...
Stephen F. Cook
Jan 31, 2026
Stephen Fred Cook passed away on January 31, 2026 at the age of 74.
Steve was born on July 11, 1951 and spent every moment since that day in stoic service and love of an untold company of family and friends alike.
Steve worked as a devoted employee of U.S. Steel for 32 Years. He served as a heavy equipment operator and...
Carolyn Myrick Patterson
Jan 29, 2026
Carolyn Myrick Patterson, 74 of Birmingham, AL, passed away January 29, 2026 at home surrounded by loved ones. Carolyn will be remembered for her amazing cooking—her meals always brought family and friends together. Her kitchen was full of laughter thanks to her great sense of humor, making every get-together fun and memorable. She was a huge Alabama football fan and...
Felicia Dawn Handley
Jan 25, 2026
Felicia Dawn Handley, 36 of Bessemer, AL, passed away on January 25, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Huey, Sr. and Rebecca Handley; sisters, Misty Kitchens and Stacy Mae Handley; uncles, Mark Wade and Steve Finley; and aunt, Pam Grimes. She is survived by her sons, Hunter and Matthew Handley; daughter, Layla Allen (Jacob); brother, Huey Hanley,...
Donna Messer Rothe
Jan 24, 2026
Donna Kay Messer was born in Anniston, Alabama, on September 2nd, 1953, to Leslie Talmadge and Mary Seale Messer. She graduated from West End High School in 1971.
Shortly after graduation, Donna met the love of her life, Robert Rothe and they married on August 7th, 1971, at Berney Points Baptist Church. Donna and Robby had 2 children, Jason (Tracie) Rothe...
Lauri Jayne Jones
Jan 21, 2026
Lauri Jayne Jones, age 62, of Bessemer, Alabama, passed away on January 21, 2026.
Lauri was born on May 12, 1963, and spent her life devoted to faith, family, and the simple joys that make a house a home.
Lauri was employed with the United States Postal Service, where she was known for her dedication, dependability, and strong work ethic. Outside of...
Joshua DWayne Norris
Jan 19, 2026
Joshua DWayne Norris, age 44 of Pelham, passed away at his residence on January 19, 2026. Joshua was born September 8, 1981 to Tammy Pylant Norris Stanley and the late Terry DWayne Norris. Survivors include his mother, Tammy Norris Stanley; son, Alex Norris; daughter, Racheal Norris; sisters, Parish Norris, Laura Price; brother, Matt Norris (Courtney); mother of his children, Cheyenne...
John William Dockery
Jan 16, 2026
John William Dockery, 80 of Calera, Alabama, passed on January 16, 2026. John worked as an Construction Inspector for many years. He is preceded in death by his parents, William M. and Susie B. Dockery;brother, Gary Dockery; and sister, Carolyn Clark. John is survived by his son, Troy Dockery; daughters, Carey Dockery and Stacy Guthrie (Jeremy); grandchildren, Hunter Dockery, Memphis...
Charles Norman Green
Jan 16, 2026
Charles Norman Green, age 71, of Bessemer, AL, passed away on January 16, 2026. Charles was a longtime and devoted member of the 1st Baptist Church of Pleasant Grove, where he found both spiritual fulfillment and a sense of community.
Charles was known by most of his coworkers as Chip and family and friends as Chuck. He dedicated more than 40...
Thomas Joseph Richardson, Jr.
Jan 12, 2026
Thomas Joseph Richardson, Jr., age 74, of Adamsville, Al passed away at home on the morning of January 12, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Thomas was an incredible Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, and Friend with a quiet strength, old soul wisdom/wit, a rare integrity, a steady presence in the lives of many, a generous spirit, and a sense of...
Lloyd Thomas Allison
Jan 10, 2026
Lloyd Thomas Allison, age 90, formerly of Fort Myers, Florida was a longtime resident of Nashville, Tennessee. He graduated in 1956 from Trevecca Nazarene University High School. He also took courses at the University for four years.
He had a diverse working career which included Chief Industrial Engineer for Sparta Industries (10 years), Corporate Pilot for Tractor Supply, Sales Manager for...
Lawrence Dewey Johnston
Jan 9, 2026
Lawrence D. Johnston was born on January 9, 1943, and passed away peacefully at home on January 9, 2026- on his 83rd birthday. He left this world the same way he lived in it: quietly, on his own terms, listening to the rain with his loyal dog by his side.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Ida...
Kaydence Reese Clark
Jan 9, 2026
Kaydence Reese Clark, lovingly known as KK, Reese Cup, KD Bug or simply Kaydence; suddenly and tragically passed away on January 9, 2026 at the age of 19. Kaydence was born in Richlands, VA and was raised in the Tuscaloosa, Al area. Kaydence brought joy, kindness and a radiant spirit to everyone she met.
As a 2024 graduate of Sipsey Valley...
Randall D. Carter
Jan 9, 2026
Randall D. Carter, 75 of Bessemer, Alabama, passed on January 8, 2026. He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Dixie Carter; bio-dad, Joe C. Bain, Sr. (Paw Bain); brother, Steve Twigg (Brenda); sisters, Judy Parrott (Dan), Debbie Dial; nieces, Shannon Coker and Kim Hale; nephews, Shane Knight and Josh Curtis. He is survived by his brother, Joe...
Kenneth William Shadix
Jan 8, 2026
Kenneth William Shadix, 64 of Sylvan Springs, AL, passed January 8, 2026. Kenneth is preceded in death by is parents, Hughel and Lillie Shadix and wife of 34 years, Karen D. Shadix. He is survived by his son, Austin Shadix (Alicia); daughter, Amber Mezick; grandchildren, Felix Shadix and Kayla Shadix; brothers, Thomas Shadix (Peggy) and David Shadix; furry friend, Lester;...
Connie Chaple
Jan 7, 2026
Connie Renee Harrison Chaple of Hayden passed away January 7, 2026. Connie was born on July 27, 1978, to Ezzie and Elsie Harrison in Birmingham, Alabama. She was raised in Midfield, Alabama, and spent most of her life in the Birmingham area.Connie will always be remembered for her loving, nurturing soul. She dedicated her life to being a homemaker and...
Debra L. Akins
Jan 1, 2026
Debbie L. Akins, 74 of Hueytown, AL, passed on January 1, 2026. She loved playing Bingo and arcade games. Her family will always remember her adventurous nature. She loved to cook and care for her...
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