Obituaries
Ruth Smith Taylor
Jul 15, 2026
Ruth Taylor of Hueytown passed away on July 15, 2026 at the age of 91. She is preceded in death by her husband, Marlin Taylor. She is survived by one daughter, Renee (Jeff) Morrison; one brother, Eddie Smith; three grandchildren, Tiffany Morrison (Shannon), Haley Morrison (Matt) and Jeremy Bearden (Sharon); great grandchildren, Taylor and Skyland Bearden and a host of...
Linda Thomas Gist
Jul 15, 2026
Linda Thomas Gist, age 83, passed away peacefully at her home on July 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Linda is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, Jerre Gist; her daughters, Tracy Perry (Terry) and Amy Stubbs (Ray); her grandchildren, Elizabeth Arledge (Stone), Daniel Stubbs (Kayla), and Chandler Stubbs (Devon); and her cherished great-grandchildren, Brett and...
Steve R. Bowden
Jul 14, 2026
Steve R. Bowden of Hayden, AL, was born on January 16th, 1948, passed away on July 14th, 2026. He was a long-time resident of Blount County, Alabama and was devoted to his family, friends and his Lord Jesus Christ. He was a 1966 graduate of Trussville High School, University of Alabama Law Enforcement Academy, UAB School of Applied Sciences, and...
Velma Louise Gill
Jul 12, 2026
Velma Louise Gill, of Alabama, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on July 12, 2026. Born in Empire AL, Velma was raised in Birmingham, where she built a life centered on her unwavering faith in Christ and her unconditional lover for her family. She was a loving Mother, a devoted Granny and a friend whose kindness touched everyone...
Charles E. Agnew
Jul 12, 2026
Charles Edward Agnew moved to his heavenly home on Sunday, July 12, 2026. He was born in Blount County, Alabama, on November 26, 1933. After marrying the love of his life, he settled in Birmingham, Alabama, and most recently resided in Clay, Alabama.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. at Jefferson...
Ginger Mitchell Hamrick
Jul 9, 2026
Ginger Lynne Mitchell Hamrick, 68, of Trussville, Alabama, passed away in Birmingham in the early morning hours of Thursday, July 9, 2026. She was born in Birmingham on August 15, 1957.
Known as “Honey” to her grandchildren and to many throughout her community, Ginger spent her life making others feel like family. She was selfless, uplifting, fiercely independent, and endlessly generous...
Emma Cathryne "Cookie" Cook
Jul 8, 2026
Emma Cathryne “Cookie” Cook Williams was born on September 14, 1938 in Birmingham, Alabama and because of her faith in Jesus she entered heaven on July 8, 2026. She graduated from Woodlawn High School in 1956 and attended Auburn University. She married Edward Thomas Williams in November 1962. She worked for retail department stores and later was a cashier at...
Joseph Guy Crimi
Jul 8, 2026
Joseph Guy Crimi (Joey), Age 75, of Birmingham, Alabama passed away on July 8, 2026. Born in Brooklyn, NY on June 1, 1951.
He was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Church and a member of Holy Infant of Prague.
He is survived by: David S. Crimi (Maura); Carol Whitfield (Robert); Thomas A. Crimi; Marian Stuman (Barry); Kevin Crimi (Debbie); Patti...
James William "Bill" Dudley
Jul 8, 2026
James William (Bill) Dudley of Trussville, born October 25, 1945, in Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on July 8, 2026. He was a much beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to all he knew. His first priority was always his family that he loved dearly. Caring for and loving his family brought him the most happiness and joy of anything else...
Robert P. Sparks
Jul 6, 2026
Robert P. Sparks of Green Pond, 83, passed away peacefully at home on July 6, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Robert was born December 17, 1942, in Birmingham, Alabama, to William Sparks Sr. and Annie Mae Sparks. He dedicated a remarkable 65 years to Allright Parking, serving as city manager and remaining a steady hand through decades of name changes and...
Doris Ann Richeson
Jul 6, 2026
Mrs. Doris Bryant Richeson, 93, of Cropwell, Alabama, went to meet her precious Lord on July 6, 2026. Born on December 14, 1932, in Birmingham, Alabama, Doris was the daughter of Naomi and Elijah Bryant. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Richard Bryant of Bechtol, Texas; several other brothers and sisters; her beloved husband, Robert (Bob)...
John Michael "Mike" Smith
Jul 5, 2026
John Michael "Mike" Smith passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on July 5, 2026.
Mike was known for his larger-than-life personality, infectious sense of humor, and genuine love for people.
He was born on December 9, 1950, in Decatur, Alabama, to Bill and Elizabeth Smith. As the youngest of four boys, he spent much of his childhood outdoors, making memories with...
Allen Evans Crew
Jul 5, 2026
Allen Evans Crew, 77, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, at UAB Hospital. Born on November 23, 1948, Allen lived a life rooted in family, loyalty, and a deep love for the outdoors. He was preceded in death by his parents Margaret Allen Crew and James Thomas Crew III, and his brother, Michael. Allen is survived by his beloved...
Michael A. Banks
Jul 4, 2026
Celebration of Life for Mr. Michael A. Banks, aka “Trouble”, age 59 of Birmingham, will be held on Friday, July 17, 2026. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. until service time at 2:00 P.M. at Church of the Highlands – Grants Mill Location with Pastor Stephen Bischoff officiating.
Michael passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026 in Birmingham. Born in...
Edna Fay Freeman McKay
Jul 4, 2026
Edna Fay Freeman McKay, 85, of Locust Fork, AL, passed away on July 4th, 2026. She was born on August 17th, 1941 in Birmingham, Al to Pleasant Bartley Freeman and Willie Edna Vincent Freeman. Fay is survived by her children, Larry McKay (Kasey) and Edna Edwards (Scott); and her grandchildren, Coral McKay Merrit (Perry), Adam Edwards (Hannah), Karen McKay, Harrison...
Patricia Cook Wesley
Jul 4, 2026
Graveside Services for Mrs. Patricia Cook Wesley age 89 of Pinson, will be held on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home & Gardens, in the Garden of the Good Shepherd with Pastor Tim Evans officiating.
Patricia Cook Wesley passed away on July 4, 2026. She was preceded in death by her mother, Eloise Smith Cook...
Pauline Palokonis Ratliff
Jul 2, 2026
Pauline "Polly, Betty" Ratliff at the age of 99 passed away July 2, 2026. Preceded in death by her husband of 57 years Robert M "Bob" Ratliff, parents Mary Silver Hammon and John Palokonis, 6(six) siblings, Mary Jane Flower and Dorothy Chasco, brothers John "Jackie" Palokonis, Robert Palokonis and Charles "Pokey" Palokonis, Thomas "Tommy" Palokonis along with 2(two) daughters Sherry...
Ava Ruth Putman
Jul 1, 2026
Ava Ruth Love Putman, age 75, of Argo, Alabama, passed away on July 1, 2026. Born on June 23, 1951, in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, Ruth lived a life defined by faith, love, and devotion to her family and her Lord. She is survived by her beloved husband of 55 years, Harold Wayne Putman; her son, Harold Wayne Putman II of Trussville,...
Charlotte Malone Garrison
Jun 30, 2026
Charlotte Jane Malone GarrisonDecember 30, 1938 – June 30, 2026Charlotte Malone Garrison, 87, entered peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on June 30, 2026, after a life beautifully lived. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, kindness, generosity, and a family forever grateful for the love she shared so freely.Charlotte believed life’s greatest blessings were found in...
George Aubrey Odom
Jun 30, 2026
George Aubrey Odom, 85, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026, in Aliceville, Alabama. He was born on March 11, 1941, in Birmingham, Alabama.
George dedicated his life to his family, his faith, and the profession he loved. A barber and hairstylist for more than 60 years, he began cutting hair at just 14 years old. His talent, warm personality, and...
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