Obituaries
Sharon Ann Blahous
Oct 19, 2025
With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Sharon Ann Blahous at the age of 82, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, who departed this life peacefully on October 19, 2025.
Sharon was born February 10, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois to Edna and James VonDrasek.
She Married her best friend and forever love James Blahous on September...
Jada Strachan Thomas
Oct 16, 2025
Jada Terry Strachan Thomas, age 60, of Trafford, Alabama passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025.
She was born on July 29, 1965, in Midfield, Alabama to Harold and Terry Strachan. Jada grew up in the area around Bessemer, residing in Midfield, McCalla, and Green Pond. From early childhood, she was active in church and enjoyed both dance and music.
She received...
James Edward Martin Sr
Oct 16, 2025
James Edward Martin Sr.
September 19, 1931 - October 16, 2025
James Edward Martin Sr., a man of unwavering faith and deep devotion to his family, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 16, 2025. Just four days earlier, he had said goodbye to his beloved wife of 73 years, Edith Martin-a loss that...
Kelly Keith
Oct 20, 2025
Kelly Glenn Keith
3/7/1956-10/20/2025
Son of Billy B. Keith and Edith B. Keith. Husband of Kathey V. Keith of 30 years and Father of Carrie K. Colvert (Roy). Grandchildren, Amanda Harrison, Miranda Mills, Brandon Harrison (Lois), Alexis Keith and Sara Murphy (Zach); 8 great grandchildren.
Worked at Delta Dump Truck for 36 years and currently at Massey Hauling in Oneonta. Loved his job...
Jo Anne Smith Rodda
Oct 22, 2025
Funeral Services for Mrs. Jo Ann Smith Rodda, age 82 of Odenville, will be held on Monday, October 27, 2025 at 12:00 P.M. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home with Bro. Robert Smith officiating. Burial will follow in the adjoining gardens.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 27, 2025 from 11:00 A.M. until service time at 12:00 P.M. at Jefferson Memorial...
McKenzie Dawn Miller
Oct 21, 2025
In Loving Memory of McKenzie Dawn Miller December 19, 2004
McKenzie Dawn Miller, age 20, of Moody, Alabama passed away tragically in the early morning hours of October 21, 2025. McKenzie was a beloved daughter, sister, and friend whose radiant spirit touched everyone. Born on December 19, 2004, McKenzie was a bright light in the lives of those around her. McKenzie...
Joe Thompson
Oct 22, 2025
Joe H. Thompson, age 94 of Birmingham, AL passed away on October 22, 2025. He retired from Yellow Freight after 30 years of service. He is preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Ann Prestridge Thompson and a daughter-in-Law, MaryJo Thompson. He is survived by his children, Joan Yeager (Charles), Joseph Thompson (Connie), John Thompson and James Thompson (Kristan); 23...
John Robert Crowell
Oct 18, 2025
John Robert Crowell, age 85 of Birmingham, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Johnny was born on April 11, 1940 to James Robert and Bonnie Mozelle (Abner) Crowell in Talladega, Alabama.
Johnny lived an active life in devotion to Jesus and his family. He led in his church body as a deacon, Sunday school...
Ann Loftin DeArman
Oct 17, 2025
Mrs. Ann Loftin DeArman, 88, passed away on October 17, 2025. She was born on January 16,1937, originally from Nashville, Tennessee. Mrs. DeArman was a devoted housewife and mother of five. She was a long-time member of Wilson’s Chapel Methodist Church. She is proceeded in death by her husband Herbert (Ski) DeArman. Ann is survived by her daughters Dawn (David)...
Michael S. Peeples Sr
Oct 17, 2025
Michael S. Peeples, Sr., age 70, passed away on October 17, 2025. He was preceded in death by his son Brian Peeples; parents, Gaynette and Maxie Peeples; brothers, David Peeples, Lesley Peeples; grandparent, Eva Wood. He was a member of St. Paul's Cathedral for over 44 years and was an avid Auburn University fan.
Mr. Peeples is survived by his...
Jerry Hurst Roberts
Oct 16, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jerry Hurst Roberts on October 16, 2025. Deeply mourned by her six children Linda (Kelly) Rainer, Ray (Vicki) Thompson, Clif Roberts, Kay (Mark) Prudhomme, Betsy Thompson, Kim (Doug) Oakes; 11 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren and many other loving family members and friends. Jerry was preceded in death by her husbands Burl Ray Thompson...
Phyllis Meek
Oct 15, 2025
Phyllis Ann Meek, age 87, of Gardendale, Alabama, passed away peacefully on October 15th, 2025. She was born on April 19th, 1938, to Oliver and Blanche Gunnells.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, William “Pro” Meek; her parents; and her sisters, Mabel and Patty. She is survived by her sister, Beth Lindsey; her children, William...
Elaine McPherson
Oct 12, 2025
Elaine Friday McPherson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on October 12, 2025. She was 88 years old.
Born on March 24, 1937, to Marvin Lavelle Friday and Sybil Missouri Knowles in Birmingham, Alabama, Elaine's life was a testament to love, devotion, and service. She graduated from Hewitt Trussville...
Edith Maude Martin
Oct 12, 2025
Edith Wise Martin, age 92, a devoted wife and loving mother, grandmother and faithful servant went to be with the Lord on Sunday October 12,2025. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Edith graduated from Ensley High School. A women of deep faith and a gentle spirit she dedicated her life to nurturing and teaching children . She spent many years serving at...
Howard Earl Chappelle
Oct 11, 2025
Funeral Services for Mr. Howard Earl Chappelle, age 83 of Birmingham, will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 10:00 A.M. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home with Bro. David Awtrey officiating. Burial will follow in the adjoining gardens.
Mr. Chappelle passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at UAB St. Vincents Birmingham. Born in Jefferson County on October 23, 1941,...
Elsa Marcelle Hill
Oct 11, 2025
Elsa Marcelle Hill of Trussville formerly of Tarrant passed away on October 11, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband Arthur Lee Hill; son, Michael Lee Hill; granddaughter, Kimberly White; parents, Andrew and Marcella Colpack; brother, Andrew Colpack; sister, Doris Hill Bancroft. She was a Phillips High School graduate and a bookkeeper for 40 years. She retired from...
James "Stu" Weldon
Oct 9, 2025
Funeral Services for Mr. James “Stu” Weldon, age 71 of Springville, will be held on Monday, October 13, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home with Pastor Spencer Welch officiating. Burial will follow in the adjoining gardens.
Stu gained his angel wings on October 9, 2025, at his home in Blount County, Alabama, surrounded by family and friends. His...
Mary Coyne
Oct 8, 2025
Mary Ellen LeCoy Coyne was born November 19, 1937, in Orlando, Florida and died at the age of 87 on October 8, 2025.
Mary married John Coyne, Jr. on September 9, 1953. Together they walked through life hand in hand for 71 years. She was a loving wife and mother who devoted her life to her family.
Mary was predeceased by her...
Byron P. Sweat
Oct 7, 2025
Byron passed away on Tuesday, October 7th, 2025. He was born in Birmingham, Alabama. He started his own business "Byron's Towing Service, Inc." in 2007 in Trafford, Alabama. He continued his career until his death.
Survivors include his son, Austin Sweat; mother, Judy Sweat; brother, Trent Sweat (Kandy); and nieces, Brooklyn (Olen) and Preslie.
He was preceded in death by his father,...
Patricia Tate
Oct 6, 2025
Patricia Stubbs Tate, 77, of Birmingham, Alabama, died on October 6, 2025 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.
The only child of Roy Elwin Stubbs and Trudy Blondelle Stubbs, Pat was born on June 8, 1948 in Cleveland Ohio. She graduated from Chamblee High School in Chamblee, GA in 1966 and married her college sweetheart, William Merriman Tate, on November...
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