Obituaries
Betty E. Donaldson
Jan 26, 2026
Donaldson, Betty Ellen Roy passed away on January 26, 2026 at the age of 91. Born on December 4, 1934 in the town of Alexandria TN, the first born to Samual Grant Roy and Nettie Louise (Reeder) Roy. She was preceded in death by both parents as well as her husband, Robert Bruce Donaldson, her oldest child, Debborah Leigh (Donaldson)...
Mary Linda Lynch Jones
Jan 22, 2026
Mary Linda Lynch Jones (Linda Lou)May 15, 1943 – January 22, 2026 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Linda Lynch Jones, affectionately known as Linda Lou, at the age of 82, on January 22, 2026, in Madison, AL. Born on May 15, 1943, in Clay County, AL, to John Thomas Lynch and Mary Emma...
Doris Ophelia Chesser
Jan 31, 2026
Mrs. Doris Chesser, 97, of Bessemer, Alabama (Greenwood Community) passed away on Saturday-January 31, 2026.
She was born January 17, 1929 in Montevallo, Alabama, the daughter of Young & Ole Mae Pickett.
Mrs. Chesser worked for the Hercules Powder Plant for 18 years as a purchasing agent and retired in 1984. She worked for Monroe Electric for a couple of...
Hugh Joseph Shaw
Jan 30, 2026
Hugh Joseph Shaw (1949-2026), beloved husband, father, encourager and friend to many, passed from this world to the great Yankee Stadium in the sky on Jan. 30, 2026. Hugh was dedicated to his family and, in particular, to his wife of 54 years, Rosemary. He was known for his generosity of spirit, calm demeanor and wisdom, which made him a...
Lisa Kennedy Tucker
Jan 27, 2026
A memorial service will be held in loving memory of Lisa Tucker, 64, of Hoover, who was born June 29, 1961, and passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Lisa was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Steve Tucker, and her sister, Chalice Elaine Tucker. She is survived by her mother, Linda Walls Tucker; her brothers, Frank W. Tucker (Shannon)...
Lytle Hyde
Jan 27, 2026
Lytle Hyde of Pelham, Alabama, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 27, 2026. He was a devoted husband and caring father, beloved by those in his family. He will be remembered for his tender heart, his contagious sense of humor, and the boundless amount of work he performed to take care of those he loved.
Mr. Hyde was preceded...
Mary Anna Watterson
Jan 27, 2026
Mary Anna Watterson, age 71, passed away on January 27 at her home in Birmingham, AL. She was born in Birmingham on September 11, 1954 and graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi in 1975 with a B.S. in Business Administration. In 1993 Mary Anna earned her Associate of Science degree in Nursing at Sanford University and practiced for a...
Harry McAlister Canter
Jan 27, 2026
Harry McAlister Canter, 59, of Hoover, Alabama passed away peacefully on January 27th, 2026, while surrounded by family.
Harry was born on December 5, 1966, to Clarence and Catherine Canter. He attended W.A. Berry High School, and later married Jackie Taylor on June 11, 1995. Their son Justin was born on October 5, 1999. He went on to own his...
Russell Mark Breiner
Jan 25, 2026
Russell M. Breiner, 78, went to his eternal home in heaven on January 25, 2026. He met his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ face to face as promised in the Bible; John 3:16: "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."
Russell was born...
Charles Diggs
Jan 19, 2026
Charles Matthew Diggs, a kind and loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026.
Born on October 11, 1946, in Waynesboro, Virginia, Charles was the son of the late Matthew Lloyd Diggs and Virginia Elizabeth Diggs. He spent his formative years in Waynesboro before moving to Richmond, Virginia, to complete his education and launch what would become...
Jay Timothy Sexton
Jan 18, 2026
MSG, U.S. Army (Retired) Jay Timothy Sexton, a devoted soldier, mentor, and family man, passed away on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the age of 66. Born on Tuesday, December 22, 1959, Jay lived a life defined by service, sacrifice, and unwavering love for his family and country.
A longtime resident of Pembroke, Georgia, and raised in McCalla, Alabama, Jay proudly...
Emile Jeries Lutfi
Jan 17, 2026
Emile Jeries Lutfi, beloved father and son, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026. Born on February 17, 1969 in Jordan, Emile was second-born of his family and spent his formative years at The Melkite Greek Catholic School in Zarqa, Jordan before completing his education in Mechanical Engineering at the Jordanian Institute of Technology.
After moving to the US in 1997,...
Elaine Hope Willis
Jan 17, 2026
Elaine Hope (Stanislaw) Willis, age 83, went peacefully to be with the Lord on January 17, 2026, in Birmingham, Alabama. Born on January 8, 1943, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Elaine lived a life marked by faith, service, and generous love for others.
Elaine grew up in the Philadelphia area and attended Philadelphia College of Bible, where she earned a Bachelor of Science...
Bess Speegle
Jan 14, 2026
Bess Ramey Speegle, age 82, of Shelby County, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. She was born in Marion, AL. After graduating from high school, she lived in Birmingham, where she met Alan Speegle. Following their marriage, they were eager to build a family together. She was a loving and patient stay-at-home mom to her three sons until they...
Rachel Louise Holcomb
Jan 11, 2026
Rachel Louise Holcomb, age 97, of Hoover, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026. She was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, lived several places before living in Birmingham a majority of her life. She worked in the banking business for over 35 years at BTNT and SouthTrust Bank. She loved her job.
She became a member of Hunter Street Baptist Church...
Faye Sessions
Jan 10, 2026
Faye Gilliam Sessions, age 87, of Helena, Alabama passed away January 10, 2026 with her family by her side. She joins her parents, Elijah and Claudine Lancaster, sisters; Louise Lancaster, Zelma Dean Lancaster, Beatrice Jasper, and Doris Smith in their heavenly home. Faye was preceded in death by her first husband John C. Gilliam, niece Angie Reece, nephew Joey Jasper,...
Red Ware Jr.
Jan 9, 2026
Herman Hershel Ware, Jr., affectionately known as "Red," passed away peacefully at his home in Bessemer, AL on January 9, 2026, at 90 years of age.
Born on January 1, 1936, Red lived a life marked by grit, charm, and a deep love for his family. A cowboy at heart and a salesman by trade, he was a true straight...
Pauline Gilmore
Jan 5, 2026
Pauline "Polly" Gilmore passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026. A lifelong resident of Vestavia Hills, Alabama, Polly was born on July 22, 1928, to the late Bronco C. and Pearl M. Patterson. She was known as a true community treasure by her many friends and family. She inspired all who knew her through her active lifestyle well into her...
Thomas Bailey
Jan 2, 2026
Thomas Henderson Bailey, age 78, of Orange Beach, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 2, 2026, surrounded by loved ones, after a courageous battle with Stage 4 cancer.
Tom was born on April 12, 1947, in Cahaba Heights, Alabama, to Ruben and Lois Bailey. He lived a life defined by compassion, dedication, leadership, and a deep love for his...
Della M Quick
Dec 29, 2025
Della May Quick, age 92, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025, in Mobile, Alabama. She was born on November 9, 1933, in Richmond, Missouri, to James and Mildred Alexander.
Della was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Albert Maurice Quick; her children, Alex Maurice Quick, Denise Q. O'Neal, Paula Q. Randolph; and Charles Merryman.
She is survived by her sister,...
