George Andrew Orphanos
Mar 16, 2026
On March 16, 2026, George Andrew Orphanos, age 75, of Hoover, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home in the care of his family. He was born in Birmingham, Alabama on October 31, 1950 and grew up in Norwood and Homewood.
George spent much of his life as a man on the move. He traveled the world, visiting Israel, Jordan, Egypt, Greece,...
Willard Cecil Hendrix
Mar 14, 2026
My beloved husband, Willard Cecil Hendrix (Buddy), passed away March 14, 2026, at the VA hospital in Birmingham, AL, at the age of 65. He was not only my husband, but my friend. His laughter filled every corner of our home and he never met a stranger. He was loved by everyone. Buddy was a devoted husband and was known...
Peggy Jean Woods
Mar 5, 2026
Peggy Jean Woods, age 71 of Hueytown, passed away Baptist Medical Center Prince on March 5, 2026. Peggy was born November 17, 1954 in Hueytown to the late Hoyt Leon & Helen Riley Thomas. she is also predeceased by her sister, Patricia Thomas.
Survivors include her son, Michael Moore (Carolyn), daughter, Sharon Moore, brother, Kenneth Thomas (Candi), grandchildren, Isaiah Moore, Brandon...
Todd Kyndal Goalen
Mar 3, 2026
Todd Kyndal Goalen, age 59, passed away on March 2, 2026. He was born on April 3, 1966 to the late James Wesley and Margaret Elizabeth Philen Goalen.
Todd had a deep love for the game of golf. He not only enjoyed playing but also took great joy in teaching others and helping them improve their game. Many knew him for...
Howard Ernst Edinger
Mar 2, 2026
Mr. Howard Ernst Edinger, III of Birmingham passed away March 2, 2026. Howard was a retired police officer and also served in the United States Marine Corps. There are no services scheduled at this time.
Patterson-Forest Grove Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to served the Edinger family during their time of bereavement. Condolences and expressions of sympathy may be shared...
James Ford Watkins
Mar 2, 2026
James Ford Watkins, age 87, of Centreville, Alabama, passed away on March 2, 2026. Ford was a faithful member of New Life Baptist Church in Centreville. Prior to moving to Centreville, he was a charter member and ordained deacon at Raimund Heights Baptist Church in Bessemer, where he was the first person to be baptized in the church, setting a...
Miriam Rebecca Bagley
Mar 1, 2026
Miriam Rebecca Bagley, a beloved matriarch and cherished figure in her community, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026, in Hoover, Alabama, at the age of 90. Born on February 10, 1936, in Alabama, she graced the world with her vibrant spirit and unwavering devotion to her family and friends.
For half a century, Miriam and her husband, James Bagley, who...
Charles Arthur Argent
Feb 27, 2026
Charles Arthur Argent, age 84, was born on July 16, 1941, in Parrish, Alabama and met our Lord’s face on February 27, 2026, surrounded by his wife and loved ones in Bayview, Alabama. He graduated from Minor High School in 1959 and leaves behind a wonderful legacy. He was a Birmingham Police Officer for 15 years, as well as an...
Paul Clayton Johnston
Feb 26, 2026
Paul C. Johnston, 58, passed away peacefully on Thursday (02/26/2026). He was born Jan 6, 1968 in Birmingham, AL to Clayton and Joan Johnston. He was graduate of Minor High School (1986). He married Edie Stinnett Johnston on September 9, 1995 in Hueytown, Alabama. He worked as a welder for Marathon Electric.
Paul was a hardworking and dedicated man, father, husband...
William MacArthur Martin
Feb 21, 2026
William MacArthur Martin, age 83 of Dora, passed away at UAB Hospital on February 21, 2026. "Mac" was born September 9, 1942 to Claud Martin & Alma Maxine Weathers Martin as one of 6 children. Mac retired after 50 years of service as route salesman for the Golden Flake Potato Chip Company. He lead a very active life including coaching...
Fred Nabors
Feb 20, 2026
Fred Nabors, born on October 8, 1941, in Jefferson County, Alabama, peacefully passed away on February 20, 2026, at the residence of his daughter. He leaves behind a legacy of dedication and hard work, having owned and operated NCI for more than 30 years, a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence.
Fred is survived by his beloved family,...
Fredrick Wayne Pender
Feb 19, 2026
Fredrick Wayne Pender
June 11, 1945 – February 19, 2026
Fredrick Wayne Pender, 80, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on February 19, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
Born on June 11, 1945, to Carlos Alton Pender and Edna Mae Whitfield, the fourth born of their five children. Wayne was raised in Wylam , Alabama and attended Ensley High School, the University of...
James "Jamie" Douglas Archer, Jr.
Feb 18, 2026
James Douglas Archer, Jr., known to family and friends as Jamie, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 18th, 2026, at his home in Birmingham, Alabama, after a long battle with dementia. Jamie was born in Birmingham, Alabama on March 9th, 1957. During his childhood, Jamie attended several schools around North Alabama as his family followed his father, a Methodist minister, to several churches across the...
James Michael Maddox
Feb 10, 2026
James Michael (Mike) Maddox entered his forever home on February 10, 2026. He was born on January 22, 1952 in Pleasant Grove, AL. There he put down roots and raised his family in his hometown.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents, James and Tezzie Rae Maddox of Pleasant Grove, wife Julie Maddox, daughter Lindy Michelle Maddox, and granddaughter Valley...
Mindy Ann McCarty
Feb 9, 2026
Mindy Ann McCarty, age 46, of Pleasant Grove, Alabama, passed away on February 9, 2026. She was a bright light in the lives of everyone she met, remembered for her warmth and kindness. Mindy attended Midfield High School and graduated from Hueytown High School in 1997. Mindy was a devoted mother to her son, Landon. She was cherished as a loving...
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.
Survivors...
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...
Harry Nelson, III
Feb 4, 2026
Harry Nelson, III, 51 of Warrior, AL, passed on February 4, 2026. No services are planned at this time.
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...
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