Obituaries
Joann Rookis Bishop
Nov 15, 2024
Joann was born on March 13, 1941 to her parents Annie Mae and Joseph Rookis in Birmingham, Alabama.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph J. Rookis and Annie Mae (Naro) Rookis and her siblings Nasief and Henry and Elizabeth Sudano and her son, Jeffrey Sanders Bishop.
Joann is survived by her husband of 60 years Sanders, her daughter Regina...
Robert Vernon Simpson
Nov 14, 2024
Robert Vernon Simpson, age 91, passed away on Nov. 14, 2024. Robert loved working, repairing things, hunting and fishing. Mr. Simpson attended Hope Community Church. He was a member of the Plumbers and Pipe Fitters Union Local #91 for over 60 years. He worked for Air Engineers from 1957 until 1963, Conditioned Air 1963 until 1998. In 1951 he enlisted...
Walter Leveille, Jr.
Nov 13, 2024
Walter Henry Leveille, Jr. passed away peacefully at home in the arms of his wife, Susanne, on November 13th at age 78, after a year-long battle with ALS. Walter was born on Christmas Eve, 1945 in Mt. Holly, New Jersey to Virginia and Walter Leveille, Sr. Early in childhood, his family moved to St. Petersburg, FL where he and his...
Shari Moore
Nov 13, 2024
Shari Moore, age 59, of Trussville passed away peacefully in the early hours of November 13, after a long battle with cancer. She leaves behind a legacy of generosity, joy, and an unwavering love for her family.
After graduating Banks High School and obtaining a degree in Early Childhood Education from Jefferson State Community College, Shari dedicated her early years raising...
Lacy Wright, Jr.
Nov 12, 2024
Lacy Edward Wright age 79, passed away on November 12, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father, Lacy E. Wright, Sr. and mother, Elizabeth Gregory Wright; grandparents, Joseph (Maud) Wright, Emmitt Gregory, Grace Chappel Gregory Anderson and Howard (Skint) Anderson.
Mr. Wright is survived by his wife Gail Smith Wright; children, David A. (Christina) Wright and...
Carol Ann Nesselquiest Herold
Nov 9, 2024
Carol Ann Nesselquiest Herold Somerset KY , formerly Alabaster, AL, born in Salisbury, NC, moved to Birmingham. AL at an early age. Passed away November 9th 2024. She was a retired Federal employee with 22 years of service at IRS and FAA.
Survivors include daughter Leah Ashworth (Michael) Somerset KY, Son Leland Ashworth Jr. (Alicia)Somerset, KY and much...
John D. "Ham" Grissom
Nov 8, 2024
John David (Ham) Grissom, age 86 of Trussville, Alabama, peacefully passed away on November 8, 2024. He was surrounded by his beloved wife and loving family in his last moments before entering his Heavenly home. He was born on March 12, 1938, in Birmingham, Alabama to Ellen Grissom; he was raised by his loving grandmother, Laura Grissom. He was in...
Adam D. Cooner
Nov 4, 2024
Funeral Services for Mr. Adam D. Cooner, age 42 of Hollytree, will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home with Father John Fallon officiating.
Adam passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024 at his home. Born in Birmingham, he was a lifelong resident of Alabama. Adam was a proud member of the United...
Patricia "Patti" Garner Staton
Nov 4, 2024
Patricia "Patti" Garner Staton, born on May 20, 1956, passed away peacefully on November 4 2024, at the age of 68. A beloved member of her community, Patti leaves behind a legacy defined by her dedication service and her unwavering commitment to helping others.
Patti had a longstanding career at RE/MAX Realty, where she touched the lives of many through her...
Jane Barker
Nov 2, 2024
Amma Jane Barker, age 87, passed away on November 2, 2024, after a long-term illness, at Bay Breeze Senior and Rehabilitation Center.
Jane was born August 8, 1937 in Birmingham, AL. She was married to James Dewey Barker, Sr. on June 16, 1959. They were married for 56 years, before his death in 2015. In the late 1950s and early 1960s,...
Michael Calamusa
Nov 2, 2024
Michael Andrew Calamusa, aged seventeen, passed away tragically on November 2nd, 2024, after being hit by a car while riding his bicycle. Born on January 29th, 2007, Michael was a vibrant and compassionate young man whose warmth and kindness touched everyone around him.
Michael loved the Lord and had faith the size of a mountain. He was known for his boundless...
Bettina Milam
Oct 31, 2024
Bettina Carol Milam, 45, of Springville, AL entered in to eternal glory October 31, 2024. Bettina was from Trussville, Al. She was a loving wife, mommy, daughter, sister and aunt. She was always encouraging and leaves behind a legacy of love.
She is preceded in death by her father, Robert “Bob” Newman and brother in law, Matthew Scott Felice.
She...
Paul Majors
Oct 31, 2024
Paul Baker Majors, 80, was called home on Thursday, October 31, 2024, after a sudden illness. Born in Selma, Alabama on July 20, 1944 to J.P. and Marie Majors, he graduated from Orville High School in 1963 and from Auburn University in 1968 with a degree in Industrial Design.
While devoted to his work as a plumbing contractor and homebuilder, he...
Gretchen Youngdahl
Oct 29, 2024
Maj. Gretchen Youngdahl (Ret.), age 66 passed on October 29, 2024 Jesus carried Gretchen to her home in heaven. Gretchen Loved her country and retired from the US Army after 25 years. She excelled at everything she did. She loved to play the guitar, ride motorcycles, cooking, fishing, bee keeping, raising her 4 chickens, and Kayaking. She also got certified...
Donna Sue Conner
Oct 29, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved sister, Donna Sue Conner, of Palmerdale AL, who left us on October 29,2024 at the age of 65.Donna was preceded in death by her parents, James Winston Conner and Geraldine Barnes Conner, and her brother-in-law Louie Ragsdale.She is survived by her siblings; Anita Ragsdale, David Conner, Durell...
Leroy Anthony Fields
Oct 26, 2024
Leroy Fields was born on November 20, 1949, in Uniontown, Alabama to the late Archie Fields Sr. and Rebecca Ward Fields.
He confessed Christ as his savior at a young age and loved God with all his heart.
Leroy attended Carver High School, where he laid the foundation for a life marked by hard work and determination. As...
Mary Brown
Oct 26, 2024
With sadness, we announce the death of, Mary Brown, who passed away peacefully in her Whitney Junction home on October 26, 2024, at the age of 79. Mary was born in Dunlap, Alabama on December 25, 1944, to Elbert and Eula Golden Crowe. Mary wed Joseph Brown, Sr. on May 26 1967. Mary was preceded in death by her parents,...
Gay B. Trice
Oct 26, 2024
Graveside Services for Mrs. Gay B. Trice, age 82 of Calera, will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 10:00 A.M. at Jefferson Memorial Gardens with Bro. Larry Smith officiating.
Gay B. Trice, age 82, passed away peacefully at home on October 26th 2024, surrounded by her family. Born on May 13th 1942, Gay lived a life shaped by her...
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