Obituaries

Nov 1, 2025

Idell Eades Pettry, passed away on November 1st 2025. She was born on January 9, 1932 in Birmingham, AL to her mother, Evelyn Cook Eades and her father, Zach Allman Eades. Idell graduated from South-Eastern College in Lakeland, Florida where she met her husband William Earnest Pettry. They remained happily married until his death in 2002. Idell also held advanced...

Nov 1, 2025

Hazel A. Christian, age 85, passed away on November 1, 2025. She was retired from Rich's World of Beauty. Mrs. Christian was preceded in death by her husband Bobby Christian; son, Collier Layne; parents Ella and Winston Brake; sister, Peggy Hahn; brothers, Jim Brake, Brian Brake.

She is survived by her son Jimi (Pam) Layne; sisters, Wendy McCann, Enid Thompson and...

Oct 29, 2025

Dr. Louis Lee Poe passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025, just two months after the passing of his beloved wife of 62 years, Linda. Though their time apart was brief, their love and devotion to one another will live on in the hearts of all who knew them.

Born on June 12, 1938, to Edgar and Sara Poe, Louis grew...

Oct 24, 2025

Funeral Services for Mr. Ben Leon Vann, age 77 of Birmingham, will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 12:00 P.M. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home. 

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025 from 11:00 A.M. until service time at 12:00 P.M. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home. 

Mr. Vann's full obituary to follow...

Oct 30, 2025

Oct 24, 2025

James Ernest Nolen III, 67, of Trussville, AL, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025. Born on April 24th, 1958, James was an avid fisherman, and beloved tennis coach in the community. He married the love of his life, Vikki, in June of 1984. He was a devoted husband, father, son, and uncle. He is survived by his loving wife...

Oct 31, 2025

Tonja Whisenhunt, 58, beloved spouse, son, and step-father, was called to his eternal resting place on October 31, 2025. He was born on January 4, 1967 in Birmingham, Alabama, to William and Martha Whisenhunt. He was preceded in death by his mother, Martha Whisenhunt. He is survived by his spouse, Jana Whisenhunt; father, William Whisenhunt; step-daughters, Kinsey Huber and Channing...

Oct 30, 2025

Elizabeth Ann Capps Hutto, age 95, a resident of Trussville, AL, passed away on October 30th. She was born on August 28, 1930 in Tuscaloosa, AL to her mother, Mary Elizabeth Dershide Capps and her father, James Herbert Capps.

Ann grew up in Talladega, AL and graduated from Talladega High School. She subsequently graduated from the University of Alabama with a...

Oct 28, 2025

Helen Bullock Henderson

October 28,2025/Age104

Helen Henderson, a beloved mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on October 28,2025, at the remarkable age of 104. Born in Shelby, Alabama, Helen lived a long and beautiful life, centered on faith,family,and love. Helen was married to the love of her life, James "Jesse" Howard Henderson for 64 wonderful years until his...

Oct 28, 2025

James P. Jarrell, 80, of Birmingham, AL went home to be with his Lord on October 28, 2025. James is survived by his wife of 56 years, Patricia Cain Jarrell, sons Mark (Janice), David (Erin), six grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. James was a graduate of the University of Alabama and was mechanical engineer and licensed Professional Engineer with Southern Company...

Oct 25, 2025

Linda (Lynn) Marie Godwin, 77, passed away October 25 at Earnest House in Gardendale, AL.

Lynn was predeceased by her parents, James and Lorna Cryar, and by her loving husband, Hurley Godwin, who passed away July 7, 2025. Hurley and Lynn were long-time residents of Trussville.

Lynn is survived by her brothers-in-law Melvin Godwin and Royce Godwin, and sister-in-law Lynn Brand.

Oct 25, 2025

Ilene Foust Holmes, age 91, died peacefully surrounded by her family on October 25, 2025. Her passing was 12 years to the day after the passing of her husband, Roy Edward (Ed) Holmes.

Ilene was born in Blount County Alabama on March 3, 1934. She was the last surviving child of Ollie Leon Foust and Era Calvert Foust. In addition to...

Oct 24, 2025

Ilona Hilder Branaman of Odenville, AL was born on March 5,1950 in Quakerstown, PA. She graduated from Erwin High School in 1968. She worked at Church & Stagg Office Supply for 42 years and the Printing Place for 5 and half years. She loved baking, traveling, music, shopping, helping people and taking care of her three sweet grandsons. She enjoyed...

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.

Jo Anne “Nannie” (Smith) Rodda, age 82, of Alabama, entered her eternal rest on October 22, 2025, surrounded by the family...

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...

Oct 21, 2025

Stephen Thomas Langdon, age 47, passed away October 21, 2025. He was born to Thomas Langdon and Yvonne James on December 13, 1977, in Huntington, England. He was a student at Huffman High School and Jefferson State Community College both located in Birmingham, Alabama. Stephen worked in numerous retail businesses predominantly in furniture and warehouse delivery services.

Services will be held...

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...

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...

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...

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...