Obituaries

Gary Bowers

Jan 25, 2024

Gary Allen Bowers, age 78, of Springville, Al, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2024.  Gary was the Director of Pharmacy at St. Vincent’s East having 38 years of dedicated service before retiring. He was an avid Alabama fan and never missed a chance to cheer on the Crimson Tide.  Gary had a love for life and was a true...

Jerry Britt

Jan 24, 2024

Jerry Boyd Britt, age 88 of Moody, AL, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 24, 2024.

He is predeceased by his wife, Betty Sue Tucker Britt, his parents, Samuel J. and Zelma Britt, and his sister, Linda Britt Barnes.

Jerry is survived by his daughter, Hayley Britt Harper, his grandson, Taylor Britt Harper, his brother, Jimmie (Betty) Britt, sisters,...

Daniel Peer

Jan 24, 2024

Daniel Ray Peer, age 62, was born on December 23, 1961 and passed away on January 24, 2024. He was born in Moline, IL and attended Geneseo High School. He was preceded in death by his parents Donald Ray Peer and Sharon Jean Schnepf Peer. Daniel was a member of AGAPE Church in Pinson, AL.

Mr. Peer was a...

Sammie Joe "Joey" Bryant Jr.

Jan 21, 2024

Sammie Joe “Joey” Bryant, Jr., of Birmingham, Alabama, peacefully departed this world on January 21, 2024 surrounded by a host of beloved family members. He was 66 years old.

 

Joey is survived by Karen (Nix) Bryant, his wife of 44 years, his daughter Rachel Burks and her husband Zachary, his son Micah Bryant and his wife Breanna, grandchildren Cole, Cannon, Nash,...

Dakota "Cody" Holmes Denard-Brown

Jan 17, 2024

Dakota "Cody" Holmes Denard Brown, 30, passed away on January 17, 2024, in Knoxville, TN. Dakota was born on June 16, 1993, in Birmingham, AL, to Jennifer Christine Denard Brown. 

Dakota is survived by his parents T. Lynn Brown, Jr. and Jennifer Christine Denard Brown; his grandparents Lane L. and S. Christine Denard and Tony L. Brown, Sr.; his uncles and...

Karen Bagwell

Jan 17, 2024

Karen Bagwell, 62, passed away on January 17, 2024, in Birmingham, AL.

Karen is survived by her husband Clifford Bagwell; son Jeremy Bagwell (Kelsey Velo), daughter Rebecca Robinson (Scott), grandchildren Annabelle, Jared, Ada, and Naomi; brother Dan Jones (Mary Jo), along with many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Karen is preceded in death by her father Bill Jones, and...

Clay W. Pitts

Jan 17, 2024

On Wednesday January 17th, Clay Woodson Pitts, 92, passed away peacefully with family at his side. 

Born on January 7, 1932, in Chalkville, Alabama, Clay was our beloved family patriarch. He was our inspiration for hard work and eternal dedication to family. He found mischievous joy in a good practical joke and appreciated that attribute in others. For all the years...

Charles Carpri

Jan 17, 2024

Charles Ross Carpri age 79 of Pinson passed away on Jan. 17, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents Rosalie and Vincent Carpri. He was a member of Holy Infant of Prague Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. Mr. Carpri loved being on the water whether boating or fishing. When he was on land he liked to...

David "Brian" Thames

Jan 16, 2024

David "Brian" Thames, age 52, transitioned from this life on January 16, 2024.  He is survived by his father David Thames; Mother, Donna Thames; brother, Zachary Thames (Tatiana son James); aunts Renee Cashman, Michelle Gaughran (Jim), Theresa Grand, and Tonya Warren, cousins, Jason Griffin, Addie Griffin, Jospeh Griffin, Mack Gaughran, and Graham Gaughran (Molly). He is preceded in death by...

Deborah Metcalfe

Jan 15, 2024

Deborah Ann Metcalfe, age 74 of Pinson, AL passed away on January 15, 2024. She retired from South Central Bell after 30 years of service. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Center Point. She is preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Evelyn Oden. She is survived by her sister, Sheila Frye. In lieu of...

Wilburn "Dyrel" Barnett

Jan 14, 2024

 

Wilburn Dyrel Barnett, age 96 of Birmingham, Al, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2024.  He was born to Wilburn Bunyon and Willie Mae Garner Barnett on December 29, 1927.  He is predeceased by his loving wife of 73 years Mildred Alene Edge Barnett; two sons, Dyrel Dwayne Barnett, and Larry Don Barnett; sister, Alyne Barnett Williams; brother, Gilbert...

Beverly England

Jan 13, 2024

Beverly Wood England, 73, of Trussville, AL, walked into the arms of her Savior as she left her earthly home surrounded by family and friends on Saturday, January 13, 2024.

She had many family members waiting on her as she arrived into eternity. Among those were her mother and father, Edna Earl and Raymond Wood, and her sister, Linda...

Jeffrey Horn

Jan 13, 2024

 

Jeffrey Wayne Horn, age 62 of Center Point, AL passed away on January 13, 2024. He was a long time mechanic. He was a member of First Baptist Center Point. He enjoyed playing ball at Wahouma Ball Park for many years. He graduated from E. B. Erwin High School, class of 1980. He never met a stranger and would...

Johnnie Ruth Echols

Jan 13, 2024

Johnnie Ruth Echols, 92, passed away on January 13, 2024, in Birmingham, AL.

Johnnie Ruth is survived by her four children, Sheila (Tracy) Smith, Johnnie D. (Sandy) Echols, Danny (Bonnie) Echols, Mike (Robin)Echols, eight grandchildren, Josh Echols, Philip (Michelle) Echols, Benji Echols, Mark (Brittany) Smith, Heather (Brian) Hinton, Julia (Jeff) Pelton, Laurie (Thomas) Johnson, Kerri (Hugh) Stewart, fifteen great grandchildren,...

Machelle L. McMurray

Jan 12, 2024

Chelle McMurray, 54, of Pinson, Alabama, passed away on January 12, 2024, in her hometown. Born on September 6, 1969, in Pinson, Chelle was known for her warm heart, vibrant personality, and love for her family and pets. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

 

Chelle is survived by her son, Bradley Hand, and his family Shelby, Kyla,...

Charles Awtrey

Jan 12, 2024

 

Charles E. Awtrey (“Popeye” to his grandkids and great-grandkids) was born on August 28, 1931 to Hubert and Irene Awtrey in Birmingham, Alabama. He went to be with the Lord on Friday, January 12, 2024 at the age of 92. He leaves behind a loving and devoted wife of 67 years, Barbara Pendley Awtrey and two sons, David (Lynne)...

James "Jim" Kelley

Jan 12, 2024

 

We are sad to announce the passing of James "Jim" Kelley of Crane Hill, Alabama. He died at age 84, peacefully in his home. 

Jim is survived by his wife of 66 years, Syble Kelley, his children Rod Kelley, Keith (Karen) Kelley, Shawn (Becky) Kelley, Kristen Kennedy and Carol Kelley. His Grandchildren, Jonathan (Anna) Kelley, Laura (Ryan) Elm, Vedder...

Doyle Chaney

Jan 12, 2024

Doyle Farrell Chaney was born in West Point, Alabama on November 14, 1933. He always considered West Point in Cullman County his home, and was called "Pie" Chaney by those who knew him in those years. He was proud of his upbringing on the farm and had a lifelong love of nature and gardening. As a young man, he served...

James Clay Herring

Jan 10, 2024

Clay Herring passed away at his home January 10, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of friendship, family and a love for life. He spent his carer in the HVAC world as a master HVAC technician and loved what he did. His passion for cars, motorcycles and drag racing is what kept him feeling alive and you could find him...

Sue Ann Resha Knight

Jan 10, 2024

Sue Ann Resha Knight, age 88, of Birmingham, Al passed away on January 10, 2024.  She is preceded in death by her parents Mathew and Fannie Resha; son Michael F. Knight.  She leaves behind her son Bobby Knight (Bonnie); daughter, Linda Knight; daughter in law, Fran Knight grandchildren, Bobby Jr., Brandon, Brittany, and Brooke Knight.