Obituaries

Sandra Kennedy Hart

Sandra Kennedy Hart

Nov 10, 2024

Sandra K. Hart (aka Sandy), age 76, of Mt. Olive, Alabama, entered her eternal home on November 10, 2024 at UAB Hospital. She was born on December 20, 1947, in Tupelo, Mississippi to Aaron and Sue Kennedy. She graduated from Gordo High School in 1965, then received her cosmetology license from a technical school in Birmingham. After over a 30...

Stephen Allen Stano Jr.

Stephen Allen Stano Jr.

Nov 7, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden death of our son and beloved brother and friend, Stephen Allen Stano, Jr. on November 7, 2024. He was born January 13, 1972 to Steve and Rita Stano, Sr. in Fairfield, Alabama. Allen resided in Hueytown, Alabama and attended Pleasant Grove High School and Gilmore Bell. He loved being the...

Richard Lawrence Martin

Richard Lawrence Martin

Nov 6, 2024

Richard Lawrence Martin, age 72 of Forestdale, passed away November 6, 2024 at Birmingham VA Hospital. Mr. Martin was born June 28, 1952 to the late Judge A. and Vivian Wells Martin. Others preceding him in death are his brother, Ralph Martin and his sister, Phyllis Naugher. Survivors include his beloved wife, Brenda Faye Bolton Martin, a host of nieces...

George Allen Sears

George Allen Sears

Nov 3, 2024

George Allen Sears, 69 of Birmingham, AL, passed away November 3, 2024. He was an Automotive Salesperson in the Birmingham area for many years.George was a member of the Steele Scepter #649 Edgewater Masonic Lodge. He is preceded in death by his parents, Buril, Sr. and Melzola Sears; sons, Buril Sears, Jr., Thaddeus L. Sears and Trenton J. Way; daughter,...

Kimberly Kirkpatrick Bailey

Kimberly Kirkpatrick Bailey

Nov 2, 2024

Kimberly Bailey, age 51, of Bessemer passed away November 2, 2024 at a Birmingham hospital. Kim was born in Birmingham on January 26, 1976 to the late Charles and Margaret Davidson Kirkpatrick. She is preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Kathy Brumberlow. Kimberly is survived by her husband, Joel Bailey; sons, Joey Bailey; step-son, Kyle Bailey; daughter,...

Fnu Makhturmino

Fnu Makhturmino

Nov 1, 2024

No services locally.

Gennifer Denise Bartlett

Gennifer Denise Bartlett

Oct 31, 2024

Gennifer Denise Bartlett, age 60 of Adger, Alabama, gained her wings on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Gennifer was preceded in death by her parents and step-parents, James W. Bartlett (Martha) and Ruby L. Mink, Bartlett, Salter (Johnny). Gennifer is survived by her son, James Henry Whatley ( Destiny); granddaughter, Kylie Whatley; brothers, Carl Bartlett (Angela), Timothy (Timmy) Bartlett; step-brothers, Johnny...

Jerry Leonard Weston

Jerry Leonard Weston

Oct 29, 2024

Jerry Leonard Weston, age 71, of Pleasant Grove, Alabama, passed away on October 29, 2024. A devoted family man and beloved friend to many, Jerry’s life was a testament to kindness, faith, and loyalty. Born on November 27, 1952, Jerry lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a commitment to serving others. Jerry is survived by his loving wife,...

Ramon Macias Partida

Ramon Macias Partida

Oct 25, 2024

Ramon Macias Partida, 58 of Tarrant, passed away on October 25, 2024. He owned and operated a local landscaping business for many years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Eliodoro Macias Diaz and Beatriz Partida Olague. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Elizabeth Estrada De Macias; son, Gustavo Macias Estrada (Maria) and Ramon Macias Estrada...

John Ansberry Douglas

John Ansberry Douglas

Oct 24, 2024

John Ansberry Douglas, age 74, of Bessemer passed away October 24, 2024 at UAB Medical West. John was born in Alaska on September 15, 1950 to the late Delbert and Dorothy Miller Douglas. John served his country in the US Navy before working for and retiring from the United States Postal Service. Mr. Douglas was predeceased by his parents, his...

Paula Billings

Paula Billings

Oct 24, 2024

Paula Billings of Hueytown passed away at her residence Thursday, October 24, 2025. Paula was born October 14, 1952 to the late Harlan and Elsie Pauline Hays Greer. She is survived by her husband, Tommy Billings; sons, William Earl Brakefield and Tom Brown. Paula worked for many years as an insurance agent in the area before retiring. Celebration of Life...

Basil Bahna

Basil Bahna

Oct 20, 2024

No obituary found for this tribute.

Linnah Renea Crews

Linnah Renea Crews

Oct 20, 2024

Linnah Renea Crews, 62 of Dora, passed away October 20, 2024. She retired from the Jefferson County School System after 25 years of service as a Bus Driver. Linnah was a member of New Temple Baptist Church and the Alabama Teachers Union. She is preceded in death by her parents, Arvil and Janis Crews. She is survived by her daughter,...

Michael O. Hood

Michael O. Hood

Oct 15, 2024

Michael O. Hood, 80 of Bessemer, passed away on October 15, 2024. He worked for Associated Grocers and Bruno's as a Butcher for many years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Tyrus and Joan Hood; his wife of 49 years, Sandra Ray Hood; son, Billy Ray Hood; granddaughter, Mallorie N. Hood; brother, Doc Hood; and sister, Patricia Hood....

Robert A. May

Robert A. May

Oct 12, 2024

No services planned at this time.

Paul M. Brown

Paul M. Brown

Oct 11, 2024

No services planned at this time.

Xander Blaze Ashe

Xander Blaze Ashe

Oct 10, 2024

Xander Blaze Ashe entered into this world and then into the arms of Jesus on October 10, 2024. He is survived by his parents, K. Rose Kinser and Quindirrius P. Ashe; brother, Armani P. Ashe; grandparents, LaTacha M. Ashe and John Brooks and Tabitha J. Kinser and Joel D. Davenport and Reginald Calloway; great grandmothers, Vietta Ashe, Rita Kinser and...

Christopher Wade Evans

Christopher Wade Evans

Oct 9, 2024

EVANS, Christopher Wade was born July 20,1981, in Birmingham, AL, and passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Wade was a fiery person with a confident, principled personality, a loyal Auburn football fan who graduated from Auburn University with a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism. His family and close friends will miss him. Wade is survived by his father,...

Mary E Poer

Mary E Poer

Oct 7, 2024

Mrs. Mary E. Poer, age 84, of Sylvan Springs, Alabama passed away peacefully at her home on October 7, 2024. Mrs. Poer was born October 7, 15, 1939 to the late William Porter and Eola White Gallups. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jason Poer; her sons, Douglas Jeffery Poer and infant sons, John Timothy and...

Hugo R. Castellanos-Zamora

Hugo R. Castellanos-Zamora

Oct 6, 2024

No services are planned at this time.