Obituaries

Debra Carlise Flowers

Debra Carlise Flowers

Jan 9, 2025

Debra Carlise Flowers passed away January 9, 2025 at her residence in Pleasant Grove. Ms. Flowers was born September 12, 1955 to the late James Carris and Bessie Mae Hosmer Flowers. Survivors include her son, Jason Ryan Flowers Tyler; daughter, Carlise Alanna Tyler; brothers, William Allred and John Sams; special nephew Ken Thompson; grandchildren, Jackson, Arianna, Bella, Paxton,Tyler, Titus and...

Faye Smith Andrews

Faye Smith Andrews

Jan 8, 2025

Eleanor Faye Andrews, age 79, of Calera Alabama, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Faye lived life to the fullest. She loved the beach and sharing many memories of her traveling days. Faye and her sister Billie, were two peas in a pod. They lived together and enjoyed their time sharing memories, listening to gospel...

Charles Kristen "Pk" Mcgarity

Charles Kristen "Pk" Mcgarity

Jan 7, 2025

Rev. Charles Kristen “PK” McGarity, age 47, of Northport , AL entered into his eternal reward on January 7, 2025. Kristen graduated from Tuscaloosa Christian School in 1996, then attended Lee University. While attending Lee University he obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Christian Education and a Masters in Counseling. He was a charter member of Tau Kappa Omega. Kristen served...

Nicholas "Nic" Wayne Smart

Nicholas "Nic" Wayne Smart

Jan 7, 2025

Nicholas (Nic) Wayne Smart was born August 8, 1986. He passed away unexpectedly on January 7, 2025. Preceded in death by: Grandparents, Rev. James A. & Earlene Smart and Rev. Edward W. & Ruby Burchfield Sr.; and Brother, G. Duane Smart. Survived by: Parents, Rev. Gary W. & Traci Smart; Daughter, Krimsen Smart; Sisters, Ammie Peters and Shayla Smart; plus...

Elaine Helms White

Elaine Helms White

Jan 6, 2025

Elaine Helms White, born May 18, 1936, passed away peacefully January 6th 2025. She was a long time member of Fairfield Highlands Baptist and attended Concord Baptist as well. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 plus years, Ernest White, Jr; parents, Howard and Mary Helms; brother, Donald Helms; daughter-in-law, Ann Fields. She is survived by her...

Wynell Weaver Howard

Wynell Weaver Howard

Jan 6, 2025

Wynell Weaver Howard, age 78, passed to her heavenly home on January 6, 2025. Preceded by her parents, Thomas V. and Margie Weaver, her daughter, Cynthia Taylor and nephew T.V. Weaver, IV, sister, Linda Woods, brother-in-laws, Gary Parker and Billy Woods, lifetime friend, Jean Hunt. Survived by granddaughter, Erika Taylor, grandson, Zachary Taylor (Angie), great granddaughter, Kaelynn Keplinger and Ayralyn...

Jeffery "Jeff" Taylor Lagrone

Jeffery "Jeff" Taylor Lagrone

Jan 5, 2025

Jeffery "Jeff" Taylor Lagrone, 66 of McCalla, AL passed away, January 5, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Mary Frances Lagrone. He is survived by his wife, Wendy Lagrone; sons, Jeremy (Haleigh) Lagrone, Adam (Brandy) Lagrone, Ladd Lagrone, Taylor (Amanda) Lagrone; eight grandchildren with one on the way; one great grandchild and brother, George Farris...

Mary Lucille Hosmer

Mary Lucille Hosmer

Dec 30, 2024

Mary Lucille Hosmer, age 89, of Bessemer passed away at Self Nursing Home on December 30, 2024. Mrs. Hosmer was born February 19, 1935 to the late Elijah Jackson and Stella Mae Pearson Whitley. Also preceding her in death is her husband of 50 years, William "Bill" Hosmer and her brothers, Jack, Bill, Charles, Robert and JD Whitley. Mrs. Hosmer...

Mary Bell Kiley

Mary Bell Kiley

Dec 29, 2024

Mary Bell Kiley, 86 of Sylvan Springs, passed away at home on December 29, 2024. She was a longtime member of Sylvan Springs First United Methodist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Ola Aaron; husband of over fifty years, Woody Kiley; sister, Juanita Clark; granddaughter, Brandy Clark; and son-in-law, Donny Oden, II. Mary is survived...

Reneé Headrick Thornton

Reneé Headrick Thornton

Dec 28, 2024

Reneé Headrick Thornton, 62 of Hueytown, AL, passed on December 28, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Beamon and Bobbie Jean Headrick and her beloved Max. Reneé was a longtime member of Midfield First United Methodist Church as well as Bethlehem United Methodist Church. She is survived by her loving husband of 32 years, Larry D....

Robert "Ernie" Bivens, Iii

Robert "Ernie" Bivens, Iii

Dec 26, 2024

Robert Ernest "Ernie" Bivens, III, 72 of Lakeview, AL, passed on December 26, 2024. Robert is preceded in death by his parents, Robert E, Jr.. and Maggie Ruth Bivens and sister, Sheila Bivens. He is survived by his son, Robert A. Bivens (Emily); daughters, Lisa Bivens and April Lopez; grandchildren, Cooper Bivens and Kristen Boone; sister, Marie Casper; uncle, Jesse...

Steven Lee Goff

Steven Lee Goff

Dec 26, 2024

Steven Lee Goff, age 71, of Birmingham passed away December 26, 2024 at Baptist Medical Center Princeton. Mr. Goff was born in Alaska to the late Ronald & Mary Lore Goff. Also preceding him in death are his brothers, James and Leonard Goff. Steven is survived by his wife or 27 years, Barbara H. Goff; sons, Steven Goff (Teresa), Michael...

Jerry Ray Perry

Jerry Ray Perry

Dec 25, 2024

Jerry Ray Perry, 80 of Hueytown, AL, passed on December 25, 2024. He worked as a Coal Miner for over 33 years, starting at Concord Mines and retiring from Oak Grove. Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Annella Perry; his wife of 57 years, Dianna Boone Perry; and sister, Beverly Perry. He is survived by his...

Doris Jean Wesson

Doris Jean Wesson

Dec 21, 2024

Doris Jean Wesson, age 90, of Pleasant Grove passed away December 21, 2024 at Fairhaven Nursing Home. Doris was born August 4, 1934 to the late Luther and Myrtie Poe Shirley. She is also preceded in death by her husband, David Wesson; son, Kenneth "Bo" Wesson, sister, Shelby Cross and brother Larry Odom. Mrs. Wesson is survived by her children,...

Jeffery Dale Martin

Jeffery Dale Martin

Dec 15, 2024

Jeffery Dale Martin, 60 of Mulga, AL, passed away December 15, 2024. Jeffery is preceded in death by his parents, Woodrow, Sr. "Jeep" and Sarah Martin and son, Ronny Martin. He is survived by his sons, Chris Martin (Allison Staggs), Donny Martin (Brandi) and Aiden Martin; grandchildren, Jeden Martin, Madison Martin, Christopher Makhai Martin, Braden Martin , Mason Martin, Jordan...

Omalou Hammack

Omalou Hammack

Dec 14, 2024

OmaLou Harris Hammack, age 72, of Jasper passed away at Cullman Regional Medical Center on December 14, 2024. OmaLou was born March 10, 1952 to the late Henry Franklin & Willie Pauline Randolph Harris. Also preceding her in death were her brothers, T.J, Eugene, James Franklin and James Marlin Harris and her sisters, LouCindy Harris, Ruth Helen Ingle and LouEllen...

Gary Lee Perkins

Gary Lee Perkins

Dec 14, 2024

Gary Lee Perkins, 69 of Montevallo, AL, passed December 14, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Elease Perkins. He is survived by his wife, Crissy D. Perkins; sons, Logan Perkins, Camran Perkins and Jacob Carter; daughters, Elonica Tanner (Nick), Danielle Perkins, Lauren Perkins, Tiffany Carter and Lauren Carter; sister, Marilyn Wadsworth; brother, Rick Perkins (Dene);...

Peggy Sullivan Rowell

Peggy Sullivan Rowell

Dec 14, 2024

Peggy Sullivan Rowell, 87 of Morris, passed away December 14, 2024 surrounded by loved ones. She was a former member of Ensley Baptist Church, Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, and Valley Creek Baptist but was recently attending Enon Baptist Church in Morris, AL. She is preceded in death by her parents, Victor and Helen Sullivan; husband of 62 years, Jerrell Rowell;...

Kenneth Lee Guthrie

Kenneth Lee Guthrie

Dec 12, 2024

Kenneth Lee Guthrie, age 71, of Hueytown passed away at his residence on December 12, 2024. Mr. Guthrie was born September 27, 1953 to the late John David, Sr. and Ruby Elizabeth Knight Guthrie, also preceding him in death are his siblings, Randy M. Guthrie and Sue Ann Guthrie. Survivors include his sister, Betty G. Gable (David); brothers, John David...

Tommie Lou Ganus

Tommie Lou Ganus

Dec 5, 2024

Tommie Lou (Waldrop) Ganus passed away at home on Thursday, December 5, 2024, surrounded by her family. Tommie Lou was eighty-five years old when she went to be with her Heavenly Father; after suffering from vascular dementia, she is finally at peace. Tommie Lou is preceded in death by her parents, Thomas H. and Sarah Gamble Waldrop, and her brother,...