Obituaries

Jun 9, 2026

Mr. Darrell Franklin Watson, age 86 of Ashville, Al, passed away in a Birmingham Hospital on June 9, 2026. Darrell was born April 28, 1940 in Terre Haute, Indiana to the late Ralph and Lois Lowe Watson as one of 7 children.

Darrell grew up in Terre Haute, Indiana and was employed at Indiana Gas & Chemical for several years while...

Jun 8, 2026

Linda Praytor Rayburn, age 75, of Jasper, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026.

Linda was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose greatest joy in life was spending time with her family. She cherished moments with her husband, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and enjoyed the simple pleasures of relaxing at home with her beloved dogs. Her kindness, warmth,...

Jun 7, 2026

Shirley June Sandlin Williams, a devoted mother, cherished homemaker, and faithful servant of God, went to be with her heavenly Father on June 7, 2026, at the age of 87.

Born on September 16, 1938, to the late Curtis and Lillian Sandlin, Shirley was also preceded in death by her beloved husband of 67 years, Harry Williams, and her eight siblings.

Shirley’s...

Jun 7, 2026

Darrell Wayne Goodwin, age 84 of Tuscaloosa, passed away at Heritage Rehab on June 7, 2026. Survivors include his daughter, Jerri Ann Tice (Rodney); son, Michael Wayne Goodwin (Kimberly); brother, Travis Goodwin; ex-wife, Bonnie Goodwin; grandchildren, Hilary Michelle Whisnant (Brent), Kellie Leann McCullar (Cody) & Wendy Dyanne Fisher (Tyler); great grandchildren, Mallory Whisnant, Brynlee Whisnant, Korben McCullar & Ryland McCullar.

Darrell...

Jun 3, 2026

Dorlan Wayne Willard, age 74, left this earth for his eternal home in heaven on  June 3, 2026. Survivors include his wife, Susan Willard; sons, David (Heather) Willard, Mark (Lisa) Willard; grandchildren, Haley, Austin, Kaitlyn and Amber Willard and his beloved dogs Nugget and Thor.

Wayne and Susan married in 1972 and shortly after, moved to Pleasant Grove, AL where they...

Jun 2, 2026

Oscar Lee Hall was born on August 18, 1948, to the late Leon and Elizabeth Hall in Boothton, Alabama. During his childhood, his family relocated to Brighton, Alabama, where he grew up and graduated from Brighton High School as a proud member of the Class of 1966.

Following graduation, Oscar attended Alabama A&M University before answering the call to serve his...

May 30, 2026

Hayes Alexander Gannaway, 94 of Bessemer, AL, passed on May 30, 2026. He retired from Jefferson County Water Treatment Plant after many years of service. He was an ordained Deacon and served for 15 years as Minister of Music at Vineland Park Baptist Church in Hueytown. He was most recently a member of Baptist Church at McCalla. 

Hayes is preceded in...

May 27, 2026

Pearl Marie Standifer, age 94 of Sylvan Springs, passed away May 27, 2026. Pearl was born February 22, 1932 in Clanton, Alabama as one of three children. She is preceded in death by her husband, Albert Standifer; brother, Jimmy McDowell and her sister, Ruby Dawson and her parents, James Lawton and Ada Beatrice Grant McDowell.

Survivors include her three sons, David...

May 21, 2026

Robert Jackson Boutwell, 57 of Birmingham, AL, passed on May 21, 2026. He was a longtime member of Open Door church where he was a member of the audio/visual team. He was an audio/vide professional in the private sector, as well. 

Robert is preceded in death by his parents, Robert A. and Mary A. Boutwell and sister, Katherine Lewis. He is...

May 20, 2026

Nancy McDaniel Mills, age 86 of Pleasant Grove, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 while a resident at The One Above Family Home Care facility in Huntsville, Alabama. Nancy was born, raised and raised her own family in the Birmingham area until 2019 when she moved to live closer to her son, Randy and his family.

Nancy is preceded...

May 18, 2026

Mr. Paul Alan Brigman, age 77 of McCalla, passed away at his residence on Monday, May 18, 2026. Paul is predeceased by his parents, Roland and Helen Marie Brigman and his youngest daughter, Laney Ana Brigman. Survivors include his wife of 33 years, Debbie Brigman; daughter, Courtney Gilliland (Shayne); brother, Ronnie Brigman (Judy); granddaughters, Kelsey Rayne Gilliland (Michael) and Raylee...

May 17, 2026

Yuliana Pucheta Cagal de 24 años de edad, nacida en Veracruz, México, partió de este mundo dejando un profundo vacío en el corazón de todos quienes tuvieron la dicha de conocerla. Fue criada con amor y dedicación por su padre Ezequiel Pucheta Temich y su madre Rosa Cagal Cruz, compartiendo una vida llena de recuerdos, alegrías y unión junto a...

May 17, 2026

May 17, 2026

Linda Marcum Miller, 78, of Hueytown, AL, passed away on May 17, 2026. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She adored her family and was a member of Dogwood Grove Baptist Church. Linda's open spirit meant she never met a stranger.

Linda is preceded in death by her parents, Hermon T. and Edna M. Marcum;...

May 16, 2026

Luther "Marvin" Claytor, 86 of McCalla, AL, passed on May 16, 2026. He was a member of UMWA Local 2397. Marvin was a deacon at Valley Creek Baptist Church. Marvin was a member of UMWA District 20 Local 2397. He was an avid Alabama fan. He loved all of his fur babies but Bubba was his favorite.

Marvin is preceded in...

May 13, 2026

Troy “Bud” Hosmer, age 68, passed away peacefully at home on May 13, 2026, surrounded by loving family.

A proud graduate of Minor High School’s Class of 1975, Bud dedicated 22 years of his life to serving his country in the United States Navy. After his military career, he spent 17 successful years in sales with Spray Equipment Company before retiring...

May 12, 2026

John Charles Thomas, Sr., age 65, of Pleasant Grove, Al passed away at his residence on May 12, 2026. He is survived by his two sons, John Charles Thomas, Jr. "Jack" and Kevin Thomas; sisters in law, Linda Jenkins (Randall) and Jackie McDonough (Joey); brother in law, John Mize (Trish) and a host of cousins and friends.

John is preceded in...

May 12, 2026

Jerry Elaine Smith went to be with her Lord and Savior an May 12, 2026 joining her grandparents, parents, and husband. Jerry leaves behind to cherish her memory her daughters, Randi, Shelby, McKenzie and Kelsea Smith; grandchildren, Harley, Damian, Lillian, Emily, Soma and Gabriel; grandmother, Kathi Strickland; sisters, Heather King and Wendy Aguillon; niece and nephew, Courtney and James King;...

May 12, 2026

Carol J. Newman, 88 of Gardendale, Alabama passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2026. She was a loving wife and mother and her children and grandchildren were her life. She is preceded in death by her husband, Walter Newman; son, Wally Newman; parents, Randolph and Kathryn Jones and her 3 sisters, Judith Burns, Peggy Crosby and Kay Audley. She is survived...

May 12, 2026

Gerald "Scott" Duke, 67 of Bessemer, Alabama, passed on May 12, 2026. Scott was born to John A and Sarah Jo Duke on May 22, 1958. He graduated from Hueytown High School. He worked as a cabinet maker for many years.

Scott is preceded  in death by his father, John A. Duke. He is survived by his mother, Sarah Jo Duke,...