Obituaries

Brian Philip Graveman

Brian Philip Graveman

May 13, 2021

Brian Philip Graveman Born November 17, 1972 Died: May 13, 2021 Brian was greeted in heaven by his dad, Philip (“Big-Go”) and his nephew, Matthew Musso. As those of us who loved him dearly will miss him, we find peace in knowing that he has reached into his tiny, childhood pocket to pull out his mustard seed and now lives...

Betty June Hill

Betty June Hill

May 13, 2021

Betty June Hill, 86 of Bessemer, Alabama passed away May 13, 2021. She retired after 23 years as a cashier and Manager of Bob Sykes Bar-B-Que. She is preceded in death by her daughter, June Vines; son, Billy Hill; granddaughter, Rhonda Dollar. She is survived by her sons, Larry Wayne Hill (Jane), Donnie Delton Hill (Jeannie); daughters, Kay Isbell (Donald),...

Barbara J. Fields

Barbara J. Fields

May 13, 2021

Barbara J. Fields, of Springville, passed away May 13, 2021 at the age of 72. She will be buried in West Seneca, NY.

Jerry "Jw" Wayne Norris

Jerry "Jw" Wayne Norris

May 12, 2021

Jerry Norris, of Bessemer, Alabama, passed away on May 12th, 2021, leaving behind a legacy of undeniable generosity, compassion, and integrity. His life was full and consequential; principally dedicated to serving the people and causes that were most important to him. Always known as one to lead by example, he was steadfast in his pursuit of treating everyone he met...

Johnnie Sharon Williams

Johnnie Sharon Williams

May 12, 2021

Johnnie Sharon Williams, of Alexander City, passed away May 12, 2021 at the age of 83. She will be remembered for her sweet and loving personality. She is survived by her cousins, Patricia Cooper and Annette Cofer; nieces, Kristy Smith and Donna DeLong; and many other relatives and friends. Graveside service will be Friday, May 14, 2021 at 2:00 PM...

John Oscar Sotiropoulos

John Oscar Sotiropoulos

May 12, 2021

John Oscar Sotiropoulos, of Birmingham, passed away May 12, 2021 at the age of 41. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 19, 2021 from 11:00 AM until 12:00 PM at Holy Trinity Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church (307 19th Street South, 35233). Funeral service will begin at 12:00 PM with burial in Currie-Jefferson Memorial Gardens. Fathers Gregory Edwards and Father Micah...

Wilis Lodies Baldwin

Wilis Lodies Baldwin

May 10, 2021

Willis Lodies Baldwin, of Hueytown, passed away May 10, 2021 at the age of 85. He is preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Johnnie Baldwin. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Patricia Brown Baldwin; daughter, Janet Baldwin Martin (Byron, Sr.); grandchildren, Byron Martin, Jr. and April Lynn Martin; sisters, Gloria and Frances; many other relatives...

Roy Eugene Stanford

Roy Eugene Stanford

May 9, 2021

Roy Eugene Stanford, age 60, of Woodstock, AL went home to be with his Savior on Sunday, May 9, 2021. Roy was born June 8, 1960, the son of Ronie and Lucile Stanford. Roy had a successful life with many accomplishments but his greatest joy was in Christian service to others. He was a faithful member of Green Pond Baptist...

Robert Lee White, Jr.

Robert Lee White, Jr.

May 7, 2021

Robert L. White, Jr., of Pleasant Grove, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, May 7, 2021. Robert was born on November 29, 1949 in Bessemer, Alabama, and is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Bobbie, brother, Cecil White of Katy, Texas, as well as his extended family, Tim & Bonnie Davis, nephews, Wes...

Michael "Honda Mike" Ernest Seals

Michael "Honda Mike" Ernest Seals

May 6, 2021

Michael "Honda Mike" Seals, 62 of Bessemer, Alabama passed away May 6, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Jenkins and Ruby Mae Seals; sisters, Cynthia Seals, Pamela Seals, brothers, Patrick Seals and Keith Seals. He is survived by his brothers, Matthew Seals; Mark Seals and a host of nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will...

Teresa Short Creel

Teresa Short Creel

May 4, 2021

Teresa Short Creel, 57 of Bessemer, Alabama passed away May 4, 2021. She is preceded in death by her special nephew, Cody George; father, Hershel Morgan; sister, Tina Morgan. She is survived by her husband, Gregory Creel; son, Brandon England (Candy); daughters, Tiffany Johnson (Chris) Maddy Morgan, Jennifer Siskoff (Jon); five grandchildren; special niece, Marlee Morgan; mother, Frances Morgan; sister,...

James A Woodman

James A Woodman

May 2, 2021

James A. Woodman, 78 of Elmore, Alabama passed away May 2, 2021. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frederick and Frances Woodman; brother, Frederick Charles Woodman, Jr. He is survived by his son, Jason D. Woodman (Carmen Magaly); daughter, Valerie Donaldson (Michael); grandchildren, Hunter Riley (Sadie), Jonah Riley (Emily), Chandlar Riley (Caitlyn), Georgette Walburn, Cheryl Walburn, Alexandria Woodman;...

Euston Audean Osmer

Euston Audean Osmer

May 1, 2021

Euston A. Osmer, of Hueytown, passed away May 1, 2021 at the age of 90. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ruth Osmer. He is survived by his sister-in-law, June B. Suell; and many other relatives and friends. No public service is planned at this time.

Sylvette R. Smith

Sylvette R. Smith

Apr 29, 2021

Sylvette R. Smith, of Bessemer, passed away April 29, 2021 at the age of 97. She is preceded in death by her husband of more than 60 years, Millard Clay Smith; daughters, Francoise Marie Smith Wooten and Cathy Annette Smith Burgess; and grandson, Derek Smith. She is survived by her son, Marc Chris Smith; daughter, Gloria Jane Smith Jones; grandchildren,...

Vickie Lynn Honeycutt

Vickie Lynn Honeycutt

Apr 29, 2021

Vickie Lynn Honeycutt, of Hueytown, passed away April 29, 2021 at the age of 69. She was a loving wife, mother, Nana and friend. She was a member of Faith Missionary Baptist Church of Bessemer. She won 1st Place at church for one of her cake recipes. Some of her favorite activities was going to the movies and eating Chinese...

Betty Hamrick Nall

Betty Hamrick Nall

Apr 28, 2021

Betty Hamrick Nall, formerly of Pleasant Grove, passed away April 28, 2021 at the age of 90. She was a avid gardener and talented seamstress who sewed for members of the community. She made cheerleader uniforms, costumes for plays and many beautiful prom dresses. She ran the Concession stand at the Ball Park for many years. She is preceded in...

Tommie Tyler

Tommie Tyler

Apr 27, 2021

Tommie Martin Tyler, 62 of McCalla, Alabama passed away April 27, 2021. She is preceded in death by her sons, James Tyler, Michael Tyler; grandson, Dustin Tyler; brother J.D. Townsend. She is survived by her husband of 43 years Robert Tyler; daughter, Kimberly Wetherington (Jessica); sisters, Linda McDaniel (Bobby), Peggy Pickard, Betty Carr (Mike); brothers, Kenneth Martin (Leah Ann), Joey...

Johnnie Mae Wates Garmon

Johnnie Mae Wates Garmon

Apr 25, 2021

Johnnie Mae Wates Garmon, 87 of Bucksville-McCalla passed away April 25, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents, Monce and Ollie Wates; son, Mark Garmon; sister-in-laws, Shirley Wates and Charlotte Wates. She is survived by her husband, Paschael Talmage Garmon; children, Sherry Garmon Crist, Kevin Dale Garmon (Valerie); grandchildren, Steven Darrell Garmon (Alex), Peyton Nicole Garmon; great grandson,...

Vivian Ann Perkins

Vivian Ann Perkins

Apr 22, 2021

Vivian Ann Perkins, of Bessemer, passed away April 22, 2021 at the age of 89. She was preceded in death by her mother, Cora Bell Kneiss, husband of more than 60 years, Murrel E. Perkins; son, Eddie Perkins; and daughter-in-law, Sara Perkins. She is survived by her sons, Daniel Wayne Perkins and Benny Lee Perkins (Tammy); daughters, Debbie Richardson and...

Christopher Bryan Landreth

Christopher Bryan Landreth

Apr 22, 2021

Christopher Bryan Landreth, of Midfield, passed away April 22, 2021 at the age of 49. He was affiliated with First Baptist Church Pleasant Grove and Bethel Baptist Church. He was an avid Alabama Fan. He is preceded in death by his father, Charles H. Landreth, Jr. He is survived by his mother, Harriett H. Cormack; daughters, Kalyn Landreth Eubanks (Branson)...