Obituaries
Sybel Keith
Dec 21, 2014
Mrs. Sybel Keith, of Bessemer, AL, passed away Sunday, December 21, 2014, at the age of 84. She was a member of Arnold's Chapel Methodist Church and a retired RN from Bessemer Carraway Hospital. She was a member of the Tannehill Woodcarvers Association and an artist. She is preceded in death by her husband, Travis, her daughter, Tracy Walker and...
Edward Ii
Dec 21, 2014
Mr. Edward Earl Capps, II,(formerly Teddy Earl Capps), of Hoover, passed away on December 21, 2014. He would have turned 82 in January. The oldest child of Edward and Melder Capps (both deceased) of Lipscomb, Earl was a graduate of Jones Valley High School, a Building Construction graduate of Auburn University, and a Navy veteran of the Korean and Cold...
Johnnie Wallace
Dec 19, 2014
Mrs. Johnnie Wallace, of Jemison, AL, passed away Friday, Dec. 19, 2014, at the age of 90. A graveside service will be Monday, December 22, 2014, at 2 PM at Jefferson Memorial Gardens, South. Graveside 2:00 PM ,Monday, December 22, 2014 Jefferson Memorial Gardens, South 2701 John Hawkins Parkway Hoover, AL 35244
Lajeaune Fortenberry
Dec 18, 2014
Mrs. LaJeaune Yarbrough Fortenberry of Plainfield, IL, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2014, surrounded by her family at the age of 74. She was a loving wife of 45 years, mother, grandmother and friend to all. She was an avid reader. She also loved gardening, but her biggest love was her children and grandchildren. She is preceded in death...
Marshall Rodgers, Sr
Dec 17, 2014
of Vestavia Hills, AL, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2014, with his family by his side, at the age of 87. Marshall will be remembered as a wonderful role model, husband of 58 years, father, and grandfather. He will be missed greatly but his family is grateful for the time God allowed them to share with him. He was...
Barbara Sywy
Dec 15, 2014
Mrs. Barbara Jean Hollis Sywy, age 71, of Birmingham, AL, passed away Monday, December 15, 2014, at home. The Wilmington, Delaware native is survived by her two children, Jennifer Sywy and Stephen Sywy; and two grandchildren, Tyler Charles Sywy and Dean Michael Sywy. A memorial gathering will be Thursday, December 18, 2014, from 11-1 PM at Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home. In...
Lance Miklic
Dec 15, 2014
Lance William Miklic, at 49 years of age, passed from this life on the day of his birthday, December 15, 2014. The youngest of two children, Lance was a motorist and gun enthusiast who enjoyed the simple things of life, including fishing with his niece, music and time with family and friends. A caring individual, Lance was happiest when working...
John Tatum
Dec 14, 2014
Mr.; John H. Tatum, of Alabaster, AL, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2014, at the age of 78. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Kristiane Tatum, daughters, Denise Sims (Alan) and Kristie Domovic (Thomas), grandchildren, Richard and Claire Sims and brother, Robert Tatum. The family will receive friends Friday, December 19, 2014, from 10-11 AM at Currie-Jefferson...
Kammy Cain
Dec 10, 2014
Miss Kammy Jane Cain, of Hoover, AL, formerly of Nashville, TN, went into the arms of her loving Savior and to once again hold her baby daughter, Kacia, in her arms, on Wednesday, December 10, 2014, at the age of 23. She was a beautiful girl who was dearly loved by her friends and family. She had a strong desire...
Randall Kennedy
Dec 8, 2014
Mr. Randy Kennedy, of Chelsea, AL, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 8, 2014, at the age of 50. He was a pioneer and innovator in the communications industry. He overcame all odds and dedicated his life to helping anyone he encountered. He was a published poet and exceptional writer. He was an avid reader and constantly on a quest...
Patricia Skellie
Dec 7, 2014
Our sweet loving mother, 87, passed on to Heaven on Dec. 7, 2014, with all 8 children and grandchildren by her side. She was a member of Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. She is survived by sons, Denny Skellie (Libby), Kenny Skellie (Tommie), Buddy Skellie (Mel), and Mike Skellie; daughters, Beverly Hiott (Joe), Jan Skellie Keel, Pattie Triola (Anthony);...
William Winn
Dec 5, 2014
William "Bill" Winn, age 88, of Bessemer, went to be with his Lord and Mary Jo, his wife of 53 years. Bill served his country in WWII in the US Navy, most notably in the Battle of Okinawa. Additionally he served in the US Air Force and retired from the US Postal Service (1984). He is survived by his son,...
Carl Adams, Jr
Dec 4, 2014
Mr. Carl B. Adams, of Hoover, AL, formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away with his loving wife by his side Thursday, December 4, 2014, at the age of 76. He was retired from US Steel after 34 years. He was an avid model train collector, Alabama fan and enjoyed traveling with The Hoover New Horizons. He was a devoted husband,...
Donald Wiggins
Nov 30, 2014
Mr. Donald J. Wiggins, of Hoover, AL, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2014, at the age of 79. He was a member of Riverchase United Methodist Church. He retired from Jim Wilson and Associates after 25 years of service. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Linda Wiggins, son, Don K. Wiggins (Kam), daughters, Bonnie Culwell, Julie Dettwiler...
Elizabeth Berman
Nov 28, 2014
It is with great sadness that the family of Elizabeth Gertrude (Cannarella) Berman announces her passing after a yearlong battle with leukemia. Elizabeth passed away at her home in Birmingham, in the presence of her loving family. Elizabeth was born on January 22, 1961 in Clifton, New Jersey, the daughter of Carmine and Mary Ellen Cannarella. She graduated from Rutgers...
Clara Johnson
Nov 28, 2014
Mrs. Clara Gene Johnson, of Alabaster, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2014 at the age of 90. She attended Elyton Grammar School and West End High School. She was a member of The Club and The Sophisticates. Molly was a member of several fraternal dance clubs, including Jack O Hearts and Debonairs because of her love of dancing. She...
Beverly Laird
Nov 27, 2014
Dr. Beverly Lee Laird, age 64, died on November 27, 2014 following a long battle with cancer. Beverly was born on December 2, 1949 in Aberdeen, Mississippi to Joyce and Harry Lee, Sr. Beverly grew up in Paris, Tennessee and married her high school sweetheart, Chae E. Laird, Sr., in 1969. Beverly received her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the...
Mable Whited
Nov 24, 2014
There is no greater loss than the loss of a mother. Mable Ree Whited, 88, of Vestavia Hills, Alabama, passed away on November 24, 2014. She was born to Lewis Vivian and Maude Pearl Milstead on April 19, 1926. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, Leroy Whited. She found her soul mate and partner...
Una Holmgren
Nov 23, 2014
Mrs. Una Mae Vig Holmgren, 81, passed away Sunday, November 23, 2014, in Hoover, Alabama. She was born June 3, 1933 at Hammer, South Dakota to Harry and Jeanette (Johnson) Vig. Una and Byron Holmgren, her husband of 60 years, lived in Hoover, AL. A memorial service will be Wednesday, November 26, 2014, at 1 PM at Rocky Ridge Baptist...
Rhonda Roan
Nov 22, 2014
Ms. Rhonda Roan, of Alabaster, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2014 at the age of 48. She attended Thompson High School and was a very loving and generous person who was loved by all that knew her. She is survived by 2 sons, Tyler and Landon Wideman; her mother, Kathy Roan; a brother, Ronnie Roan; a sister, Reganne Thompson;...
