Obituaries
Thomas Traywick, Jr
Mar 8, 2013
Mr. Thomas Ila Traywick, Jr., of McCalla, passed away Friday, March 8, 2013, at the age of 80. Mr. Traywick served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He is preceded in death by his son, David Wayne Traywick. He is survived by his daughter, Carol Traywick Withers (Neal); 4 grandchildren, Holli Bolton (Hunter), Lori Traywick Currie...
Jack Harrison
Mar 7, 2013
Mr. Jack H. Harrison, age 79 of Pelham, AL passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2013. Graduate of Phillips High School. Graduate University of Alabama School of Business, and University of Alabama Law School. United States Air Force (JAG) Captain. Alabama Bar Association Member, Florida Bar Association, American Bar Association, American Arbitration Association, Member Defense Research Institute. Hoover City Attorney...
James Lowrey
Feb 27, 2013
Mr. James Lamar Lowrey, 83, passed away February 27, 2013. Born February 27, 1930, he attended Jones Valley HS, where he excelled in football and baseball, and then served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He was a finance manager for GMAC and World Omni, and in retirement worked at Hoover Toyota. A 50 year member of Altadena...
Vira Kennedy
Feb 26, 2013
Mrs. Vira Sykes Kennedy, 89, of Hoover, passed away on Tuesday, February 26, 2013. She was a charter member of Shades Mountain Independant Church and more recently attended McCalla Bible Church. She was preceded in death by the man who adored her and called her Puddin' and Miss Mama for 65 years, Glenn Kennedy. Also preceded in death by two...
Marie Moody
Feb 22, 2013
of Birmingham, native of Autauga County, passed away on Friday, February 22, 2013 at the age of 80. She loved teaching and working with children. She fulfilled this passion as a school teacher and later as a day care owner. Marie was preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Russel Carl Moody and a son, Ken. She is...
Carolyn Davidson
Feb 20, 2013
Mrs. Carolyn Cornelius Davidson, of Indian Springs passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at her residence at the age of 75. Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 25, 2013 at 11 a.m. in the chapel at Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home in Hoover. The family will receive friends at the funeral home prior to the service from 10 a.m. until...
Paula Payton
Feb 19, 2013
Mrs. Paula Greene Payton, of McCalla, passed away on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at the age of 54. She loved to fish, ride her motorcycle and was the life of the party. She devoted her life to taking care of her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Gordon Payton; 3 children, Katlin Christian (Ben), Madison Christian and...
Richard Keydoszius
Feb 18, 2013
Mr. Richard James of Hoover, age 85 passed away February 18, 2013. He was preceded in death by his beautiful wife Shirley, his parents and 8 brothers and sisters. Originally from Dayton, Ohio, Richard and Shirley made Hoover their home in 1961. He retired from Amsouth Bank in 1989. He is survived by his two sons, Dick (Carol), Ronald, and...
Jerry Fuller
Feb 16, 2013
Our beloved Jerry Lee Fuller, 73, of Birmingham left this earth to be with his heavenly Father February 16th, 2013 after a heroic battle with cancer. He is preceded in death by his parents Rupert and Nell Fuller and grandson Austin Lee Patzke. A devoted family man, Jerry is survived by Dorothy, his loving wife of 53 years, son Jeff...
Amy Mccormick
Feb 13, 2013
Mrs. Amy Z. McCormick, met with the Lord face to face on February 13, 2013 at the age of 91. She was known for her love of gardening, playing bridge, dancing and love of art. She was the first Women's Civic Club President of Panama City Beach. She was part owner of The Chateau Motel for over 45 years. Amy...
Jeffrey Ponder
Feb 12, 2013
Jeff Ponder, 46, of Houston, Texas, went to be with his Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, February 12, 2013, as the result of a car accident. Jeff was born on May 10, 1966, in Huntsville, Alabama. He graduated from Grissom High School in 1984. Jeff attended Auburn University and graduated in 1988 with a degree in Building Science....
William Moody, Jr
Feb 6, 2013
Mr. William Ray Moody, Jr., of Hueytown, age 55, passed away at his home February 6, 2013. Mr. Moody graduated from Jones Valley High School and UAB School of Engineering. Bill retired from Southern Company Services with 31 years of service. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Ray, Sr. and Clara Charlene Moody; sister-in-law, Debbie Moody; and...
Mary Kilgore
Feb 4, 2013
Mrs. Mary Ann Kilgore, 83, of Hoover, passed away on Monday, February 4, 2013. She was a lifelong resident of the Birmingham area and a longtime member of Shades Mountain Baptist Church where she was a member of the Faith Bible study class. She was devoted and dedicated in all areas of her life especially family. She is survived by...
Deanna Hogan
Feb 2, 2013
Ms. DeAnna Hogan, of Shannon, AL, passed away Feb 2, at the age of 49. The family will receive friends Thursday, Feb. 7, from 10-11 AM at Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 11 AM. Interment will be in Jefferson Memorial Gardens, South.
Marvin Randall
Feb 2, 2013
Mr. Marvin H. Randall, 76, of Hoover, passed away on Saturday, February 2, 2013. He was a member of Hoover First United Methodist Church. He was a long time member of Altadena Valley Country Club. He is survived by his wife of 49 years Joyce Randall; one son, Scot Randall (Stacey); one daughter, Beverly Gaddy (Steve); two grandchildren, Payton and...
Sammy Avery
Feb 1, 2013
Mr. Sammy Marshall Avery, age 58, of Hoover passed away peacefully February 1, 2013. He was preceded in death by his father, Sam P. Avery. Marshall is survived by his Mother, Lois Avery; Sisters, Merita Judson (Roger), Meloneysa Hubbard (Daniel); Brother, Smiddie Avery (Tammy); nieces, nephews, a great niece and great nephews. Visitation will be Monday, February 4 at 10am...
French Iii
Jan 31, 2013
Mr. French Robertson White, III, of Birmingham, passed away on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at the age of 63. Originally from Corpus Christi, TX, he had been a resident of Birmingham for the past 19 years. French graduated from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, then served his country in Germany. French was an active member of Lakeside Baptist...
John Franklin
Jan 23, 2013
Mr. John M. Franklin, of Bessemer, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 23, 2013, at the age of 75. He was a long time member of Canaan Baptist Church and was retired from Jim Walter Resources Adger #3 Mine. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran and served on the USS Saratoga. He is survived by his wife...
Pee Hutchinson
Jan 23, 2013
Mrs. Pee Wee Hutchinson, 87, of Bessemer, passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2013. She was a member of Grace Christian Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene E. Hutchinson. She is survived by her son, Gene Hutchinson; grand-daughter Nicole Hutchinson; great grandson, Jack Knight and extended family. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, January 26,...
Kathryn Haggerty
Jan 22, 2013
Mrs. Kathryn "Kay" Barnes Haggerty, 85, of Vestavia Hills, passed away on Tuesday, January 22, 2013. She was a member of Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church. She was a receptionist for "The Club" for many years. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and dear friend to many. She is survived by her son, James A. "Jimmy" Haggerty, Jr....
