Obituaries

Oct 27, 2025

Cecil Goodwin, beloved father to three children, 69, of Pleasant Grove, AL, passed away on Monday, October 27, leaving a void his family cannot fill.

He was born in Selma, AL, on June 5, 1956 to Vernie (Tittle) Goodwin and Cecil Ellis Goodwin, Sr. The third child and only son, he brought a new kind of joy to a family already...

Oct 26, 2025

Peggy J. Pickard, 74 of Adger, Alabama passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Pickard; parents, Robert Thomas & Irene Martin; sister, Tommie Tyler; brothers, Joel Martin and J.D. Townsend. She is survived by her sons, Steven L. Pickard, Craig Pickard (Heather), Danny Pickard (Melissa), Jason Pickard; daughters, Sherry Klaus (Gary),...

Oct 25, 2025

Teresa Stano was a loving daughter and sister whose deep faith and unwavering strength inspired all who knew her. Her love for the Lord guided her through life's challenges, and her ability to overcome every obstacle was a true testament to her spirit.

Teresa found joy in life's simple pleasures-- she loved to draw, color, and sing Christmas carols, especially during...

Oct 24, 2025

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Oct 22, 2025

Albert Louis Oddo, Jr, age 59 of McCalla, passed away October 22, 2025 at his residence. Mr. Oddo is survived by his three neices, Summer Elliott, Stevie Sellers and Dana Epperson and three nephews; Steven Ingram, Tommy Ingram and Jamie Ingram along with many other friends and family members. 

There are no services scheduled at this time.

Patterson-Forest Grove Funeral Home &...

Oct 22, 2025

Margaret (Rita) Constantine (Camarinos), a beloved mother, grandmother (Yiayia), great

grandmother, aunt, godmother, and a friend to many, fell asleep in the Lord, after a long,

loving, and fruitful life. She passed from life on earth peacefully, filled with and surrounded by

love, and will now live triumphantly in heaven in the presence of our Lord and Savior Jesus

Christ!

Born on March 29, 1934,...

Oct 21, 2025

Donald James Myers, Jr., age 53, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on October 21, 2025. Known to family and friends as Jamie, he was a cherished son, father, grandfather, and uncle whose warmth and generosity touched the lives of all who knew him.

Jamie took great pride in supporting his children, Zach and Jordan, especially when working together on cars, dirt...

Oct 16, 2025

Camille Kay Forsythe Horton, age 45, of Hueytown was born October 31, 1979 in Mayfield, Kentucky and passed away on October 16, 2025 at her home. Camille was a member of West Blocton Church of Christ. She was the beloved daughter of Lee and Bonnie Forsythe and proud mother of Triston Forsythe and Landon Bohannon.

She cherished her grandchildren, Scarlett and Camden...

Oct 12, 2025

Billy Ray Thrasher, 58, of Brookwood, Alabama, passed away on October 12, 2025. Billy was known for his vibrant personality and his love for life. He found joy in playing pool, spending time outdoors hunting, and cheering passionately for Alabama Football. His enthusiasm for the Crimson Tide was infectious, and he was always ready to share his team spirit with...

Oct 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Timmy Yearby Willis, age 64, of Bessemer, Alabama, who left this world peacefully on October 11, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. Though our hearts ache with loss, we celebrate a life that was overflowing with love and laughter. We can all only hope to leave this world as well...

Oct 10, 2025

Elizabeth “Lib” Shivers, 93 of Quinton, AL, passed on October 10, 2025. She is preceded in death and reunited in Heaven by her parents; John and Agnes Dempsey; husband, William “Bill” Shivers; son, William “Billy” Shivers, Jr.; brothers, Johnny, Henry and Fred Dempsey; sister, Jeanette Hinkle; sister-in-laws, Peggy and Shirley Dempsey; and brother-in-law, Theron “Boots” Hinkle.

She is survived by her...

Oct 9, 2025

Jennene Bradley Lowe was born July 12, 1951 and passed away at her home in Rock Creek, Al on October 9, 2025. 

Preceding her in death are her parents, Guy V. and Helen Scott Bradley and her daughter, Janet Melissa Moon. Jennene is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Jimmy F. Lowe; sons, Chuck Moon and companion Katherine Marino...

Oct 9, 2025

Janice Porter McCluskey Stone, age 91, of Pleasant Grove, Al passed away at her home on October 9, 2025 surrounded by her family. Janice was born in Birmingham on May 31, 1934 to the late Irwin Neil and Hazel Rockett McCluskey. She is also predeceased by her brother & sister-in-law, Neil & Barbara McCluskey; grandson, Mickey Shawn Johnson, and son-in-law,...

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...