Obituaries

Elizabeth Lilley Baker

Elizabeth Lilley Baker

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...

Brenda Kay Hickey

Brenda Kay Hickey

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...

Kimberly Charlene Dodd

Kimberly Charlene Dodd

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...

Donna Gail Cobb

Donna Gail Cobb

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...

Jerry Marshall Moore, Sr.

Jerry Marshall Moore, Sr.

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...

Hobert Larry Bradberry

Hobert Larry Bradberry

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...

Roger Doyle Whitt, Jr.

Roger Doyle Whitt, Jr.

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...

Debbie Ann Driver York

Debbie Ann Driver York

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...

Rikki Sue Bryant

Rikki Sue Bryant

Sep 1, 2025

Rikki Sue Bryant, 46 of Adger, Alabama passed away, September 1, 2025. She is survived by her mother, Brenda Franklin (Curtis); sisters, Leah Ann Martin (Kenneth), Alisha Evans; a host of nieces and nephews and her special fur babies, Nina and Snickers. A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, September 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Adger Church of...

Linda Gail Smith

Linda Gail Smith

Aug 29, 2025

Linda Gail Smith, age 77, of Ashville passed away August 29, 2025 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham. Linda was born December 15, 1947 to the late

John  and Sue Gilliland Isaacs and her husband, Dennis Wayne Smith. Linda is survived by her son, Michael Wayne Smith of Ashville.

The family chose to have a private service and burial at Forest Grove Memorial...

Gloria Gean “Poodle” Thompson

Gloria Gean “Poodle” Thompson

Aug 27, 2025

Gloria Gean “Poodle” Thompson, age 79, of Pelham, Alabama, passed away on August 27, 2025. Born on November 3, 1945, to William Arzie and Margaret Odell Humphries, she was a devoted member of First Baptist Church Pleasant Grove, and throughout her life nurtured a deep love for the arts, especially painting. Gloria will be fondly remembered as a caring mother,...

Linda Kaye Mashburn

Linda Kaye Mashburn

Aug 26, 2025

Linda Kaye Evans Mashburn, age 77 of Kathleen, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2025 in Warner Robbins, Georgia. She was predeceased by her parents, Thomas Gordon and Tommie Davis Evans; daughter, Teri Mashburn; brothers and sisters, Benny Watson Evans, Patricia Evans, Jon Timothy Evans, Sr., Delilah Ruth Evans and Thomas Gordon Evans, Jr.

Survivors include her husband of 56 years,...

Angelina Harrison Jones

Angelina Harrison Jones

Aug 26, 2025

Angelina Harrison Jones, born on May 20, 1972, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025. A devoted homemaker and a loving matriarch, Angelina dedicated her life to her family, cherishing every moment spent with her grandchildren. Her spirit was vibrant, illuminated by her love for family gatherings and her deep connections within her community.

Angelina was a long-time member of the...

Dennis Wayne Smith

Dennis Wayne Smith

Aug 22, 2025

Dennis Wayne Smith, age 84, of Ashville passed away at UAB St. Vincent's St. Clair on August 22, 2025. Dennis was born July 15, 1941 to the late Benny and Geneva Rice Smith.  Dennis is survived by his wife, Linda Isaacs Smith and son Michael Wayne Smith both of Ashville.

The family chose to have a private service and burial at...

Carroll Ray Roszell

Carroll Ray Roszell

Aug 17, 2025

October 2, 1947 in Marion Co, Al, passed away,,,,peacefully surrounded by family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother. He was cherished by those who knew him. Carroll was a Christian man who had a deep love for God and depended on Him daily. His God never failed to meet his needs. One of his favorite scriptures was...

Willie Faye Hill

Willie Faye Hill

Aug 16, 2025

Willie Faye Hill, age 89, of Oak Grove passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at her home. She loved God, her church and most of all her family. She is predeceased by her parents, Willis and Mary Magdeline Swindle Hill; husband of 60 years, Clent Hill; daughter, Donna Limbaugh; son, Lonnie Hill; sister, Annie Sue Shelton; and brothers,...

James "Jim" R. Briley, Jr

James "Jim" R. Briley, Jr

Aug 9, 2025

James (Jim) Roscoe Briley, Jr., 82, of Hueytown, Alabama went to his heavenly home on Saturday, August 9, 2025. He was born on August 6, 1943 in Atlanta, Georgia. Jim attended Shades Valley High School and UAB before graduating from Faulkner University; one of his cherished accomplishments. Jim was a highly successful sales person during his working career. Early in...

Deloras Lou Custred

Deloras Lou Custred

Aug 8, 2025

Deloras Lou Custred, 87 of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on August 8, 2025. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She is survived by sons, Mike Custred (Cindy), David Custred (Molly); grandchildren, Shelby (Colton), Shawn (Carissa), Taylor (Hunter), Meredith (Baxley), Matthew (Emma); great grandchildren, Isaac, Eden, Elizabeth, Connor, Dean, Archer; and many other relatives and friends. 

Private services are...

James Phillip Barnett

James Phillip Barnett

Aug 3, 2025



James Phillip Barnett, age 86, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025, following a severe stroke.

He was preceded in death by his father, James William Barnett; his mother, Mary Elizabeth Mullen Barnett; his brothers, Daniel F. Barnett (Paige) and William E. Barnett (Marianne); and his grandson, James William Barnett.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Brigitte Mina Stroh...

Carolyn Ann Wilder

Carolyn Ann Wilder

Aug 3, 2025

Mrs. Carolyn Ann Wilder, age 84, of Hoover passed away at her residence August 3, 2025. Carolyn was born in Birmingham, Al on December 22, 1940 to the late Robert E. and Edna Mabel Gardner Tyson. She is also predeceased by her son, Robert Wilder; daughter, Melody Thomason; sister, Janie Hill and grandson, Michael Wilder.

Mrs. Wilders survivors include her son,...