Obituaries

Mar 17, 2026

Mrs. Joyce Marilyn Dumas, age 89, of McCalla, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home

on Tuesday evening, March 17, 2026. Marilyn was born in Chaonia, Missouri, on May 7, 1936, to James R. and Edna V. (Forister) Allison. She graduated from Beaumont High School in 1953 in St. Louis, Missouri. Throughout her professional life, Marilyn held various secretarial/bookkeeper positions. In...

Mar 14, 2026

Judith Givens Housley (Judi), 86, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026 in Birmingham, Alabama. Born in Mt. Vernon, Indiana to Stacy and Carol Givens, Judi’s life carried her to Hot Springs, Arkansas and St. Louis, Missouri before she ultimately made her longtime home in Starkville, Mississippi.

A devoted educator and speech-language pathologist, Judi earned her bachelor’s degree from Indiana State...

Mar 19, 2026

James Arthur McCutcheon, 83, passed away on March 19th, 2026 after an illness. He was a retired chemistry teacher at Hueytown High School, and a retired biology teacher at Jefferson State Community College. James was born in Birmingham and graduated from Jones Valley High School. He received his Bachelors of Science from Auburn University, his Masters Degree from the University...

Mar 19, 2026

Marceline Griffin Wilkinson, age 97, of Pelham, Alabama passed away on March 19, 2026. She was born in Black, Alabama on September 21, 1928. She grew up in Slocum, Alabama and Jacksonville, Florida where she graduated from high school. She moved to Tallahassee, Florida where she attended business school.

Marceline and Jack married on May 23, 1949, and were married for...

Mar 13, 2026

George Hanlin Jackman, age 104, of Spring, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026. Born in Hickory, North Carolina, George lived a remarkable life defined by service, dedication, and kindness.

George proudly served his country as a Navy pilot during World War II, demonstrating courage and commitment during a pivotal time in history. Following his military service, he built a...

Mar 11, 2026

In Loving Memory of Peggy Anne Wert

Peggy Anne Wert 91, beloved mother, wife, grandmother and mother in law was called to be with the Lord on March 11th, 2026. She entered this world on May 10th 1934 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, born to William and Dorothy Everett.

She is survived by her son David Wert, daughter Amy Wolnski, six grandchildren,...

Mar 7, 2026

In Loving Memory of Cleveland Earl Moore Jr.

Cleveland Earl Moore Jr., affectionately known as Jr., Pa, Hammer, Slim, and Road Dog, was born on February 6, 1941, to Mildred Moore and Cleveland Moore Sr. in Perry County. He peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior on March 7, 2026.

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Mar 7, 2026

Mrs. Tonie Hughins Mabius, 79, of Pelham, Alabama entered the arms of Jesus on March 7, 2026. She was born in Birmingham, AL on November 27,1946. She spent most of her life in the greater Birmingham area. She met the love of her life, James Albert Mabius, in 1965 and married him later that same year. They were happily married...

Mar 6, 2026

Mary Gobran Hanna, age 81, of Birmingham, Alabama, peacefully went to be with Jesus at her home on March 6, 2026.

She was born on August 8, 1944, in Mansoura, Egypt, to Abdou and Etdal Gobran. She earned her undergraduate degree in Sociology from Ain Shams University. In 1970, God joined her to John Hanna in marriage in the Coptic Orthodox...

Mar 4, 2026

On March 4, 2026 our beloved mother, Peggy Brodie Mangum was called home to be with the Lord. She was 95 years old. Peggy lived her life rooted in faith, devoted to Christ and guided by the teachings of the Word of God.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jeff and Olene Brodie and her sister, Betty Brodie Ragland....

Mar 2, 2026

On March 2, 2026, Callie Freeman Hines, age 81, passed away peacefully at home, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and friendship. She was born on December 26, 1944, in Panama City, Florida. Callie was one of three children of Cook and Virginia Freeman.

A woman of strong faith and vibrant community spirit, Callie was a devoted member of...

Mar 1, 2026

Joan Lean Ensor née Hudgins, a resident of Mobile, Alabama for the past 36 years, went to be with the Lord on March 1st, 2026.

She was born to William Scott Ensor, Sr., and Annie Lee Kilgore Ensor, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband of 34 years, James Perry...

Feb 26, 2026

Feb 25, 2026

With unbearable sorrow and boundless love, we announce the passing of our sweet child, Claire Elisabeth Clark. She went to be with Jesus on February 25, 2026, at just 15 months old.

Claire was born to Cody and Tara Clark on November 6, 2024 in Arlington, Tennessee. She is survived by her devoted parents and her three older brothers, Elliott, Lawson,...

Feb 24, 2026

Janis Elizabeth Lucas, 87, passed away peacefully February 24, 2026. Born November 1, 1938, in Alexander City to Alonzo and Mittie Williams Brock, Janis lived a life defined by faith, service, and deep love for her family. 

Janis proudly served her country in the United States Air Force before dedicating 30 years of service to Brookwood Hospital as a Nurse Anesthetist....

Feb 24, 2026

Barbara Lounette Oliver was born in Birmingham, Alabama, on November 21, 1942. On February 24, 2026, at 83 years old, she passed peacefully with family in Vestavia Hills and went to be with the Lord.

Barbara was born to Cecil and Bertha Oliver of Vestavia Hills, Alabama, and had an older brother, Harvey Holmes Oliver, also of Vestavia Hills. After graduating...

Feb 24, 2026

 Pauline “Polly” Haapanen, age 83, passed peacefully in her sleep, entering into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, surrounded by the love and prayers of her family. 

Polly was born on June 25, 1942, in Sylacauga, Alabama. She graduated from Bessemer High School and had an early career as a model before dedicating many years of faithful service...

Feb 19, 2026

Paul Adrian Hicks went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 19, 2026. He was born in Greenville, Mississippi and lived most of his life in Birmingham, Alabama. He was a son of Morris Adron Hicks and Agnes Ware Stanfield Hicks. He worked for many years at Channel 6/WBRC. He was also a gifted classical guitarist. He taught guitar...

Feb 18, 2026

Jo Ella Sink went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. She was born in Ansted, WV and was the daughter of the late Ralph Jennings Nuckols and Thelma Mildred Nuckols. She was a graduate of Berea College with a degree in Education. She married the late Jack Merritt Sink on June 11, 1955. She lived and...

Feb 16, 2026

Elaine Hulsey Kirby, a devoted follower of Christ, entered into the presence of her Savior and Lord on February 16, 2026.

Mrs. Kirby was a faithful member of both Eastern Valley Baptist Church and Bellview Baptist Church. She loved singing in the choir and teaching Sunday School. She especially enjoyed her ministry to the young married couples’ class at Bellview Baptist...