Obituaries
Matthew Wade Roskam
Oct 10, 2023
Matthew Wade Roskam, born July 29, 1965, in Janesville, Wisconsin, was called to heaven on October 10, 2023. He lived a life full of love for his Savior, his loving wife, proud parents, children, granddaughters, and those he served in ministry. Matthew was a minister for over 30 years in both Birmingham, Alabama and Griffin, Georgia. His life touched...
Diane M. Craft
Oct 10, 2023
Diane M. Craft, peacefully passed away on October 10, 2023, at the age of 86.Born on September 2, 1937, in Birmingham, Alabama, Diane was the daughter of the late Claude and Mina Maddux. She grew up in Birmingham and graduated from Ensley High School in 1955.
Diane embarked on a fulfilling career as an administrator for Social Security where she...
Wayne Pullen
Oct 9, 2023
Mr. Billy "Wayne" Pullen, Jr. died peacefully on Monday, October 9, 2023 surrounded by family. Wayne was born in Birmingham, Alabama, moving to Rome, Georgia, where he spent his formative years, graduating from Darlington High School. He studied at Jacksonville State University, and eventually settled in Birmingham, AL.
Wayne enjoyed many friendships and opportunities in Birmingham throughout his life,...
DeeDee Bly
Oct 8, 2023
DeeDee Bly, age 60, of Pinson, AL passed away October 8, 2023. DeeDee graduated from Pinson Valley High School. She has been employed at Birmingham School of Law for 40+ years and was their Financial Manager. She acquired many friends through her years at the law school and life in general. She was loved by many and will be truly...
Brian Bly
Oct 8, 2023
Brian Bly, age 54, of Pinson, AL passed away October 8, 2023.
Brian graduated from Winfield High School. He was employed at AutoCar as their National Account Service Manager. Brian loved spending time with DeeDee, being selfless and considerate, and historical events. He made an impression on everyone he met and will be greatly missed. He and DeeDee enjoyed...
William "Huston" McLendon
Oct 7, 2023
Dr. William "Huston" McLendon of Leeds, Alabama, lived fully for 92 years until his passing on Oct 7, 2023. He was born on January 5, 1931, in the Eastlake neighborhood of Birmingham to Thomas Simeon McLendon and Maxium Amanda Thomas McLendon. He mentioned in his letters that he grew up with patches on his clothes, but never dirt. He said...
Marion Moses
Oct 6, 2023
On October 6, 2023, God made a special trip to the gates of Heaven to welcome one of his most faithful followers, Marion Jo Moses. Mrs. Moses' commitment to her God was equal to that to her family. Each night she made sure that her family sat down at the supper table, and after bath time before bed the TV...
Mary Drake
Oct 5, 2023
Mary Patricia "Patti" Drake, age 80, of Springville passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2023. Patti was a graduate of Woodlawn High School. She grew up in Ruhama Baptist Church. She retired from the University of Alabama at Birmingham after many years of service. Mrs. Drake is survived by her two sons, Chuck Drake and his wife Linda and Mark...
Adrew Howard
Oct 3, 2023
Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 10th, 2023, at 10:00 a.m., at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home for Adrew Ronnie "Ricky" Howard, 73, of Trussville, who passed away Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023. Pastor Ed Rosser will officiate. The Interment will be at Jefferson Memorial Gardens. Arrangements under the direction of Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home.
Ricky is survived by his wife,...
Betty J Smith
Oct 3, 2023
Betty J Smith, passed away on October 3, 2023. She will be sincerely missed by all who knew her. The family will receive friends Friday, October 6, 2023 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm with a graveside service to follow at Jefferson Memorial Gardens.
Dorothy Roller
Oct 2, 2023
Roller, Dorothy Jean Cole, age 72, passed away on October 2, 2023. Mrs. Roller was born in Providence, Rhode Island on September 28, 1951, daughter of (Ret.) Cmdr. Robert A. Cole and Virginia A. Cole.
Mrs. Roller was a telephone operator in her younger years where she met the love of her life, a fellow telephone man, Thomas...
Carolyn Souleotes
Oct 2, 2023
Carolyn A. Souleotes, age 75, of Talladega passed away on October 2, 2023. She is survived by her daughter Tracey Wooten; two grandsons, Erich (Chelsea) Terrell and Phillip Clark; her adopted grandson, Sammuy Dunavant; three great grandsons, Xavier Terrell, Scott Terrell and David Terrell; mother-in-law, Elliene Jackson. Visitation will be on Thursday October 5, 2023 from 11:00 am until 12:00...
David Parker
Oct 2, 2023
David Anthony Parker, 59, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on October 2, 2023. He was born September 3, 1964, in Birmingham, Alabama.
David was a kind and gentle man who exuded love in everything he did. His devotion to his family was unparalleled, and he cherished every moment spent with them. When David made friends, it was for life, he valued...
Juanita A. Bramlett
Sep 30, 2023
On September 30, 2023, Juanita A. Bramlett, age 82, died peacefully with her family at her side. Juanita is survived by her daughter, Sandra L. (Bramlett) Bonderud; granddaughters Katerina N. Bonderud and Savannah L. Bramlett (Eric’s daughter); son-in-law Greg J. Bonderud; and sister Alice F. Irwin. She was preceded in death by her son, Eric Alton Bramlett (1970-2021) and her husband...
Russell "Rusty" Howard
Sep 28, 2023
Russell "Rusty" Dennis Howard passed away on September 28, 2023, at the age of 69. He was born on January 7, 1954, to Frank & Dola Howard. Rusty grew up in the Birmingham area where he graduated from Woodlawn High School in 1972. He worked at AAA Cooper Transportation faithfully for 40 years. In recent years he has enjoyed...
Charles Mays
Sep 27, 2023
Charles Mays was born February 5, 1931, to Betty and Houston Mays at home in Hamilton, AL.
Charles dropped out of school when he was in the eighth grade, in order to help his mother after his father suffered a stroke. He learned how to drive at 17 and started working at a local corrections institute. After doing a good...
Edith Ruth Thompson
Sep 24, 2023
Mrs. Ruth Thompson, 96, of Pinson, went home to the Lord on Sunday, September 24, 2023. Funeral Services will be held at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Trussville on Thursday at 2 p.m., with public viewing from 1 to 2 p.m. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery.
She is preceded in death by her husband, William A. Thompson; an infant...
Emmett Reese
Sep 23, 2023
Col. Emmett James Reese, age 88, of Birmingham, Alabama was called home on Saturday, September 23, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents B.A. Reese and Vera F. Reese, as well as his brother William Reese.
Emmett is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Doris Reese. Emmett found his lifelong partner in Doris, and...
Robert Terrell Pinson
Sep 23, 2023
Robert Terrell Pinson passed away on September 23, 2023. He was born in Birmingham on January 18, 1958, and was employed for over 40 years by the Federal Reserve System. He was a lifelong supporter of Alabama Football as well as an avid fisherman and golfer. He is preceded in death by his father William Pinson and mother Ruthelene...
John Nolan Watson
Sep 22, 2023
He passed away peacefully at home with family on Friday, September 22, 2023. Born February 28, 1942 in Birmingham, AL. to John RF and Vera Marie (Lowery) Watson. After graduating Woodlawn High School in 1960, he went on to join the US Navy where he served 3 years. He served on the USS Sea Cat SS-399 submarine stationed at...
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