Obituaries
Gregory Alan Segrest
May 15, 2026
Gregory Alan Segrest was born into this world on February 16, 1982, in Huntsville Al. He went home to the Church Triumphant on May 15,2026 in Helena, Al.
He grew up in Hoover, AL with his parents Charles (Chuck) and Lee, and older brother Michael. He was active in the church and youth group. As he got older, he continued to...
Robert Frank Gornati
May 12, 2026
Robert "Bob" Gornati, 93, of Hoover, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his home on day, May 12, 2026. A beloved husband, devoted father, and faithful Catholic, Bob lived a life deeply rooted in family and faith.
Bob was born in St. Louis, Missouri, to Mary and Joesph Gornati. He was a man of warm character and quiet strength, cherished by all...
Wilma Nel Miller
May 19, 2026
Wilma Nel Miller of Helena, Alabama passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at the age of 103. She was born on December 5, 1922 in Jester, Oklahoma to the late William Cross Hogan and Bonnie Lee (Houck) Hogan and was raised in Mobeetie, Texas. She was married to Jesse Layton Miller of Echo, Alabama from June, 1946 until...
Gregory Jay Taylor
May 18, 2026
Gregory Jay Taylor returned to his heavenly home on Monday, May 18th, 2026, in Birmingham, Alabama after a long illness.
Greg was born in Jackson, Tennessee on September 16th, 1960. One of three boys, he grew up in the tight knit community of Grand Junction, TN. He spent his youth riding horses, working on his family's farm, and participating...
William David Elliott
May 16, 2026
William "Will" David ElliottCelebration of Life will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026 at 12 noon from Prince of Peace Catholic Church. Family will receive friends at the church beginning at 11 am. Interment will be in Jefferson Memorial Gardens South. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Big Oak Ranch,
Bobbie Rae King
May 15, 2026
Bobbie Rae Craddock King went home to be with Jesus on May 15, 2026.
She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Joseph "JD" King; her children, Joseph Donald King, Charles Randall King, Regina Lynne Stamps and Timothy David King; her grandchildren, Joseph, Zachary, Tracy, Randy, Samantha, Savannah, Scarlett, and Lauren; four great-grandchildren; and many other beloved family...
Dorothy Virginia Kincaid
May 13, 2026
Dorothy "Dot" V. McGee Kincaid, age 97, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026.
Born on May 22, 1928, in Chilton County, Dot later made her home in Birmingham, where she lived for many years and built a life centered around faith, family, and service to others.
Dot was preceded in death by her parents, Sam and Sadie McGee; her...
William Marcus Moore
May 12, 2026
William Marcus Moore
William Marcus Moore, age 59, of Bessemer, Alabama, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, following a courageous battle with metastatic melanoma. He passed away peacefully at a hospital in Birmingham, Alabama, surrounded by the love of his family.
A Life of Faith and MinistryMark dedicated the majority of his...
Barbara V. Antonio
May 9, 2026
Barbara V. Antonio, age 90, passed away peacefully at her home in McCalla on May 9, 2026. Born on September 5, 1935, Barbara lived a life devoted to her family. Barbara was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 49 years, Bernard S. Antonio.
She is survived by her children, Richard “Rick” Antonio, Robert “Bernie” Antonio (Katie), and Debra Antonio...
Tony Lewis Wilson
May 8, 2026
The thought comes easy that somewhere today Tony Lewis Wilson is trading hot jazz licks with the angel Gabriel on their respective horns.
Tony Wilson, a retired computer technician and professional-level musician, died peacefully at home May 8, completing a well-lived life of integrity, solid friendships and faith.
He was a large man with a large heart and a trumpeter's...
Wayne W. Dill
May 7, 2026
Wayne Wilson Dill was born on December 21, 1929 to Aubrey and Cora Wilson in Tallassee, Alabama and passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on May 7, 2026.
Wayne grew up in a home full of love and carried that same environment into her own home. Her great love story started at only 18, when she met her future...
James Russell Hudson
May 4, 2026
James Russell Hudson
June 25, 1956 - May 04, 2026
James Russell Hudson, known by family and friends as "Rusty", age 69 of Woodstock, AL, passed away suddenly on May 4, 2026.
Born on June 25, 1956 in Oneonta, AL to Wayburn and Betty Edwards Hudson,
He spent his career in Data Processing, beginning as a Computer Operator and retiring...
Crystal Marie Jones
May 3, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Crystal, born November 21, 1983, and called home on May 3, 2026. Crystal was a beautiful soul whose presence brought laughter, love, and unforgettable memories to everyone around her. Crystal was known for her goofy personality, outgoing spirit, and the way she could instantly light up any room she walked into. She...
Faye Hollis Voce
May 2, 2026
Faye Hollis Voce, 84, a woman of deep devotion and endless warmth, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026, surrounded by the family who was the center of her world.
Faye's journey began on March 12, 1942, in Sylacauga, Alabama, born to Tol H. and Fannie Louise Parrish Hollis. Though her family moved to Guin when she was a small child, she later graduated from...
Joseph Grant Wheeler Jr.
Apr 29, 2026
Joseph Grant Wheeler, Jr., born November 16, 1947, in Birmingham, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, at the age of 78, surrounded by family. He was a devoted husband, loving father, proud Poppa, and cherished friend to many.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Frances Lovelady Wheeler; his children, Joseph (Melinda) Wheeler, Amanda (Mitchell) Marcum,...
Mildred Perry Lunsford
Apr 27, 2026
Mildred "Millie" Jean Lunsford, 83, of Hoover, Alabama, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, surrounded by her family whom she dearly loved and who dearly loved her. She will be remembered as a loving and caring wife, mother, and grandmother with a gentle and kind heart. Millie was born in McDonough, Georgia to George and Emma Grace Perry where...
Kenneth Michael Murray
Apr 21, 2026
Kenneth Michael Murray, age 78, of Hoover, Alabama passed away suddenly at his home on April 22, 2026. Born in New York City on June 20, 1947, he was the youngest of 6 children of the late Dr. Francis Joseph Murray & Madge O'Donnell Murray. He attended Columbia University in New York City, where he received both his B.A. and...
Roy Franklin Ellas
Apr 19, 2026
Roy Franklin Ellas, age 91, of Vestavia Hills, Alabama passed away on April 19th, 2026.
Roy was a master electrician and the owner of Kirkpatrick Electric in Birmingham. Roy served in the 101st Airborne division of the Army for 2 years.
Roy was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Betty Ellas; his eldest daughter Regina E. Barnes...
Karl Waring Heckman
Apr 17, 2026
Karl Heckman, 64, of Birmingham, Alabama, unexpectedly gained his angel wings on April 17, 2026. He was born on May 9, 1961, in Nashville, Tennessee. Karl was preceded in death by his parents, Dot Reynolds, Don Heckman Sr., and Mozelle Heckman; and his siblings, Sandy Lassiter and Becky Dean. His loving wife of 30 years, Christie Heckman; daughters, Karlie (Blair)...
Michael Stephen Henderson Sr.
Apr 14, 2026
Michael Stephen Henderson Sr., age 68, of Blue Ridge, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 in Blue Ridge.
Born on November 2, 1957 in Birmingham, Alabama, he was the son of the late Raymond Franklin Henderson and Virginia June Bailey Henderson. Michael honorably served his country in the United States Air Force, where he served in Desert Storm, and...
