Ralph Webster Bearden, Sr., 86, of Vincent, Alabama passed away January 24, 2023, at his home. Ralph was born April 27, 1936, to loving parents Joel Elwyn, Sr and Irene Lanning Bearden in Helena, Alabama. Ralph was a life-long dairyman in Shelby County, having moved to Shel-Clair Farm in 1974.  He is a founding member and longtime elder of Logan Martin Church of Christ in Cropwell.  An accomplished musician, mostly self-taught through the years, he never met an instrument he could...

Lois Louisa (Sherry) Okon, 81, of Hoover, AL, passed away on January 22, 2023, in Hoover AL. Visitation will be held at Prince of Peace Catholic Church on February 3rd at 10:00 AM. Funeral service will be held at Prince of Peace Catholic Church Hoover AL following visitation at 11:00 AM with Reverend John Fallon of Prince of Peace Catholic Church officiating. Burial and graveside service...

James Christopher Kent of Alabaster, AL passed away Friday, January 20, 2023, at the age of 59.  Chris is preceded in death by his father, James “Jim” Kent, his mother, Camellia “MeeMee” Swindle, his step-mother Anne “Nana” Kent, and his father-in-law, William “Billy” Kelly. His beloved family including his wife of 30 years, Cheryl Kelly Kent, his sons, Tyler Kent and Trevor Kent, his daughter-in-law he called his daughter, Christian...

Rena Sue Blackwell Corley Chamblee, age 80, passed away on January 19, 2023.  She was predeceased by her parents, Russell and Bernice Cole Blackwell, and her husband, Dale Corley. She is survived by her husband, Charles Chamblee; her children, Phillip Corley (Isabel) and Susie Walker (Ben); her step-children, Teresa Shufflebarger (Bob) and Charles Chamblee, Jr.; and her grandchildren, Chamblee Shufflebarger, John Corley, Margaret Shufflebarger, Will Chamblee, Beck Corley, Jonathan...

Born on November 4, 1932 in Jefferson County, Alabama; passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 in Pelham, Alabama. He was a native of Birmingham. Jack attended Ensley High School and was a proud graduate of The University of Alabama, class of 1959. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving during the Korean War. He retired from Alabama Power Company where he worked as an internal auditor. Known affectionately as "PawPaw" to his family and loved ones, Jack was an avid...

Emile Toufic Khoury passed away on January 15, 2023, at the age of 94. He lived in Beirut, Lebanon, where he owned his own business selling stationary, art supplies, and engineering products. Later in his life, Emile moved to Birmingham, Alabama, where he worked as a committed salesman for Kay Jewelers. His friendliness, honesty, and kindness contributed to his success in this role. In addition to his work, Emile devoted a significant portion of his time to sharing his love for his faith...

James T. Perry, 90, of Hoover, Alabama passed away on January 12, 2023.   Jim was born on April 1, 1932 to the late Bob and Tachie Russell Perry of Perry Store Community.  The Coffee County native attended Kinston Schools graduating in 1950. Jim received his degree in Business Administration from Auburn University (API) in 1954.  While at Auburn, he was a member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity and the ROTC.  Mr. Perry began his military career with the Armor Division...

  James Lowell Golden, Jr. born February 19th, 1926, died January 11th, 2023. He was the son of James Lowell  Golden, Sr. and Lucinda Short Golden.  J. L., (Brother) (Jimmy) (Daddy) (Little Papaw) he answered to all, grew up in Oak Grove, Al. As a teenager he traveled to Mobile, Al. where he worked in the shipyards. At 17, he joined the Navy and served on active duty during WWII for 3 years and then in the Navel Reserve for 7 years. He was proud to have marched in the first...

Geraldine Majors, 75, of Hueytown, Alabama was called to her heavenly home on January 11, 2023.  Geraldine or “Dean” as people would call her was all about her faith in Jesus, her family that she adored, the friends who made her life special. Geraldine was also all about food, and boy did she know how to cook! All who knew Dean knew she could whip up something to eat in a minute’s time. Dean loved Alabama football and fishing with her “Doll”. Geraldine...

James L. Head of Helena, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2023, at the age of 78.  Mr. Head retired from Fidelity Information Systems and was a member of Hunter Street Baptist Church.  He was preceded in death by his father (Albert) and mother (Louise) and is survived by his wife, Winnie, his two daughters, Tina Boutwell (Lance) and Tonya Lewis (Kevin), and his brother, Ron Head (Beverly).  Mr. Head is also survived by his four grandchildren, Natalie, Kristen and Cole...

Brandon Keith Blaising passed away on Thursday, January 5, 2023, surrounded by his family. Brandon was 19 years old.  Brandon was born on June 16, 2003, in Birmingham, AL. His beautiful blue eyes and sweet smile brought much joy to all who knew or even met him. Brandon loved well and was loved deeply by all. Even when he was most visibly ill, he fought valiantly and inspired everyone he knew.  Brandon loved attending school and riding the bus, car rides with dad in his...

Barbara Kennedy Ingram passed away peacefully at her home in Birmingham, Alabama on Tuesday, January 3rd, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on March 6th, 1951, in Arlington, VA, Barbara and her beloved older sister, Edith, got to travel the world with their military parents.  Their Father, Harold R. Kennedy, was an Army Colonel and Mother, Virginia Verd, was the daughter of John B. LaGarde of Anniston, AL. During her childhood years, she was an accomplished student, horseback...

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that our beloved father, grandfather, and husband, Dr. Noel P. Ligason of Guntersville, Alabama has sadly passed away. Not a local man by any means, he was born in the Philippines and as a young man left there in order to pursue his dreams. Eventually, he would become a U.S. citizen and settle down in his adopted state of Alabama where he would also raise his small family. With a degree in veterinary medicine, he sought and found employment...

Mrs. Linda A. Mitchell of Hoover, Alabama passed away December 28, 2022 at the age of 97. Born in Neshoba County, Mississippi on July 9, 1925 to her parents Leo and Gracie Spivey, she was the oldest child and big sister to her brothers Cortez, Everett and Max and sister Carolyn. In March, 1945, Mrs. Mitchell married Therrel B. Lundy of Philadelphia, MS with whom she had two sons, Don and Tim. Her 25-year marriage to Mr. Lundy included moves from Neshoba County to Louisiana, Arkansas,...

Our precious mama, grandmama, great grandmama, and valued friend to many, Johnnie Fay Vaughn, made her way home to heaven, Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at 90 years of age – 11 months and 5 days after her husband, Gerald passed. They were married 69 years. She told us for several months that she was ready to go be with the Lord. Thankfully, she went peacefully in her sleep. Johnnie was born in Jefferson County, Alabama, on April 30, 1932. Growing up in a home with 6 siblings and...

Virginia A Burton, 87, passed away Dec. 26,2022, at the Hightlands Full Care Center in Bessemer Al. Virginia was born on June 14,  1935, in Eton Ga to Temple and Ruth Johnson.  During her young life the family moved around several times and eventually spent several years in West Virginia where she graduated High School.  The family finall settled in Detroit Mich., where she attented Busincess School and went to work.  She returned to West Virginia to visit friends where...

Doris Bradley Furlong, passed away at Plantation Manor Retirement Home after a brief stay there, having lived the previous year with her son, Dennis and his wife, Lisa, and their family in Wetumpka, Alabama.  Prior to this she was a long time resident of Hoover, Alabama.  She was married to Earl Furlong for 41 years.  Doris was the daughter of the late Andrew L. Bradley and Corene Elizabeth Tyus Bradley.  She is preceded in death by her husband,...

Edna Earl Marsh (Hughes) Harman, age 92, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loving family on December 21, 2022 following a brief illness. She was born in Blount County, Alabama, attended Mortimer Jordan High School in Morris, Alabama and later studied English literature at Snead State college. Preceding her in death were her parents Earle Marsh and Irene Marsh, sister Peggy Marsh Hughes, husband James H. Harman, and former husband Elbert C. Hughes. She is survived by Linda and...

Mr. William Thompson Berry III “Thom” died peacefully in Alexander City, Alabama on December 21, 2022 at the age of 76. He is survived by his sons, Marc (Zabrina) Berry of Alabaster, Alabama and Matthew (Dawn) Berry of St. Louis, Missouri and his grandsons, Jonathan (Mary Frances) Berry of Birmingham, Alabama and Justin (Katie) Berry of Madison, Mississippi. His wife Antoinette Monella Berry, his parents William Thompson Berry Jr. and Dorothy, and his sister Kay Scott preceded...

William “Bill” Malvin Estes, born March 6, 1929, to John Thomas and Naomi Ophelia Estes, of Chambers County, Alabama, passed away on December 20, 2022. Bill was an alumnus of the University of Alabama and The School of Banking of the South at LSU. After 36 years of service, Bill retired as the Vice President at Regions Bank. Bill also served as Treasurer and Volunteer for 17 years at Rocky Ridge Fire Department. Bill was also a member of Mt. Chapel United Methodist Church, he was...