Obituaries
Jerry Walter Goss
Jan 11, 2026
Jerry Walter Goss (Pop), of Pell City, passed away on Sunday, January 11th, 2026 at the age of 77 while surrounded by his loved ones.
His unwavering faith guided him throughout his life, and he was a proud member of Farley Mission. Jerry found peace in the simple pleasures in life, be it sitting outside and watching the sunrise over the...
Raymond Andrew Hendrix
Jan 10, 2026
Raymond Andrew Hendrix, age 78, passed away on January 10, 2026. He retired from Southern Railroad and after retiring he opened his own business Andy's Pest Control. He loved sports, fishing and bingo. He was an avid Auburn fan. Mr. Hendrix was preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Bobbie Jean Hendrix.
Raymond is survived by his wife Kyong...
Marcus Warren Ian Baker
Jan 8, 2026
Marcus Warren Ian Baker was born in Tennessee on September 20, 1965. He died on January 8, 2026. He went by Mark and was one of the kindest people that we have known. He had many challenges in life, but he never let those turn his heart cold, as he loved his family and animals immeasurably. He was brilliant, not...
Linda Rigdon
Jan 5, 2026
Linda Herren Rigdon, age 64, resident of Winchester, VA., formerly from Trussville, AL., passed away Monday, January 5, 2026. Loving daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Her light will truly be missed. She is preceded in death by her grandson, Joshua Ling, her sister, Ruby Pauline Adams (Bit), her son, Jeff Ling, Jr., her mother, Kay Herren, her father,...
Sybil Walker
Jan 3, 2026
July 23, 1931-January 03, 2026 Sybil Walker of Pinson, AL passed away on January 03, 2026. Mrs. Walker was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Clyde Walker, parents Robert and Velma Lusk, and sister Vivian Edminster, She is survived by her children Linda Finley, Brenda Iddins (Chris), and Eddie Walker (Melisa); her sister Mary Sumner; numerous nieces...
Michael David Stevens
Jan 3, 2026
Michael David Stevens, age 77 went to be with the Lord on January 3, 2026. He went to Shades Valley High School and graduated in 1967. He then went to Jacksonville State University from 1967 to 1968 his freshman year and sophomore years. He was in the Army Reserve from 1969. He graduated in 1975 from UAB with a degree...
William "Billy" Henry Helms
Jan 3, 2026
William "Billy" Henry Helms, age 92, passed away on January 3, 2026. He was preceded in death by his grandparents William and Mary Helms; parents, Marvin and Calle Belle Helms; brothers, John Frank Helms and Roy Joe Helms. Billy is survived by his sister DeAlvor Helms Grace of Poland, OH and Jeannette (Charles) Helms Taul of Pinson, AL, sister-in-law, Frances...
Jarrette Hamilton
Jan 2, 2026
Mr. Jarrette "Jay" Hamilton, age 95, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2026, in Warner Robins, Georgia. Born on September 12, 1930, in Birmingham, Alabama, he lived a long and meaningful life marked by service, generosity, and deep devotion to his family and faith. A proud graduate of the University of Alabama—Roll Tide!—Mr. Hamilton pursued a career as a metallurgical...
Curtis Erwin Wetzel
Jan 1, 2026
Mr. Curtis Erwin Wetzel, age 51 of Pinson, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
Curt was an avid Alabama football fan and a devoted supporter of Birmingham sports. He had a lifelong love of trains, a passion passed down from his grandfather and father. Curt also had a deep love for music and karaoke, always ready to sing anytime...
Kitty Brent
Dec 31, 2025
Kitty Brent (Burnett), age 71, of Birmingham, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, in the presence of family.
Born, Mary Kathryn Burnett on March 22, 1954. She graduated from Banks High School Class of 1972. Kitty worked 45 years in Banking. A devoted mother and wife, known for her loving nature and endless smile, loved to travel and visit with...
Carolyn Ray Layton
Dec 31, 2025
Funeral Services for Mrs. Carolyn Ray Layton age 82 of Pinson, will be held on Wednesday, January 7, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home with Rev. George Weeks officiating. Burial will follow in the adjoining gardens.
Carolyn Ray Layton passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, surrounded by love. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and the...
Tana Lee Thigpen
Dec 30, 2025
Tana Lee Vaughan Thigpen (age 82) of Vestavia Hills, left her worldly body behind and went to be with the Lord on December 30, 2025 in Hoover, Alabama. She passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family.
Tana Lee was a creative and loving person, and her devotion to her faith and her family knew no bounds. She was active in Shades...
James Phillips
Dec 29, 2025
James Milton “Doc” Phillips, 88, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025, surrounded by his family.
James was born on November 17, 1937, in Bessemer, Alabama, to Hassel Olen Phillips and Mary Ellen Rash Phillips.
James’s faith and his devotion to God, grounded in the teachings of Jesus, permeated every aspect of his life and could be seen clearly...
George Randall Duke
Dec 28, 2025
George Randall Duke, known lovingly as Randy, passed away on December 28, 2025 at the age of 67 in Birmingham, Alabama. Born in Gadsden, Alabama, Randy spent most of his life in Alabama, the place he proudly called home.
Randy was a familiar and steady presence to those who knew him. He lived life in his own way, finding comfort in...
Jo Carolyn Yaw Lovell
Dec 27, 2025
Jo Carolyn Yaw Lovell
August 31, 1949-December 27, 2025
A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at Hope Community Church (formerly McElwain Baptist Church) at 1:00 PM.
Jo Carolyn was born I Birmingham, Alabama, in 1949 to Edith and Henry Yaw. She attended Ramsay High School, where her senior year was voted to be Miss Ramsay. She loved spending...
Caron Rothe Andrasko
Dec 26, 2025
Caron was raised in Roebuck, Alabama, and attended Banks High School, where she formed many lifelong friendships. She went on to become a flight attendant for Southwest Airlines, a career that reflected her warm and caring nature and deep love for people. During her time at Southwest, she built lasting connections and friendships with colleagues and passengers alike, forming bonds...
James "Jimmy" Dobbs Jr
Dec 25, 2025
James Cranford Dobbs, Jr., known to many as Jimmy, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025.
He was born in Athens, Alabama, and graduated from Athens High School. He later moved to Birmingham, where he built his life and career.
James was known for his love of horses and for his exceptional skill as a boot maker and shoe repairman. He took...
Amelia Conrad
Dec 24, 2025
Amelia Ann Conrad, age 62 of Anniston, AL passed on December 24, 2026. She graduated as a legal secretary in Washington DC. She is survived by her Mother, Carol Conrad and several cousins.
Frances Phillips
Dec 24, 2025
Our Loving Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother, Frances Phillips, went home to our Lord at age 94 on December 24, 2025, in Vestavia, Alabama.
Frances worked alongside her Methodist Minister husband for fifty years, supporting his calling, and making a home for their three children. Later they retired to the Birmingham area where they had a lovely home with a large...
Renee Gray Yates
Dec 23, 2025
Renee “MamaBear” Gray Yates, age 69, joined her boys in Heaven on December 23, 2025. She was born on May 11, 1956, in Gadsden, Alabama, and was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Stewart Gray.
In her younger years, Renee worked at HealthTex. After marrying her sweetheart, Michael David Yates, on September 19, 1980, she and her husband moved throughout...
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