Obituaries

Apr 28, 2021

John "Travis" Hill, 74, passed away April 28, 2021 surrounded by his loved ones.  John was born in Birmingham, AL and graduated from Ensley High School.  He served in the US Navy where he gained an interest in early electronics.  John was the president of ACR Systems, Inc. where he served with his heart and soul for 40 years, retiring in 2019.  He preferred to do business the old fashioned way, with a handshake...

Apr 26, 2021

Reverend, Dr. Edwin Thomas “Tom” Cleveland passed away in Birmingham, Alabama on April 26, 2021. He was born to Eddie and Genevieve Cleveland in Louisville, Kentucky on March 3, 1938.  He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary Sue (Pittman) Cleveland; his brother, Robert “Bob” Arthur Cleveland (Alice); and his great-grandchildren, Joshua Thomas Lyon and Caleb...

Apr 24, 2021

On April 24th, 2021 at the age of 75, Diana Louise Nesbitt left this Earth and went to her eternal resting place. All who knew her can almost hear God shouting  “Well done, good and faithful servant! Come into your eternal rest.” Matthew 25:23,34

She was born in San Francisco, CA on July 24th, 1945 where she...

Apr 21, 2021

Julia Ann Nichols Harrison passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday, April 21, at the age of 73.  She was born in Luverne, AL, on March 7, 1948, to William Porter and Evelyn Pinckard Nichols. Julia was a founding member of Phi Mu sorority at Troy and a member of the Troy State Collegiate Singers. In the choir she...

Apr 17, 2021

Mary Sam Bowdon Folds passed away April 16, 2021 at the age of 100. She was born March 2, 1921 in Birmingham, Alabama. She was preceded in death by her husband Carl Pierce Folds of Cullman, Alabama and Son-in-law Harold Maynard Sylvest of Montgomery, Alabama. She is survived by her children Margaret Folds Sylvest and Carol Folds Ahlstrand, and her...

Apr 16, 2021

Louise Hollis Hosey Jun 30, 1931 - Apr 16, 2021 Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many passed peacefully Thursday surrounded by love.  A musician, singer, seamstress, gardener and bird watcher, Lou enjoyed retirement showering her family with love in Calera, AL. She was always ready with a smile and a laugh. She loved to dance and to...

Apr 15, 2021

Charles D. Russell, 78, of Birmingham, AL passed away on April 15, 2021. Born on February 23, 1943, Charles grew up in McCalla and went into the Navy for four years right after graduating high school. Upon returning home, he began a career with ACIPCO. He met his wife, Kay “Honey” Russell in 1966. Charles made a career move...

Apr 13, 2021

Michael Allen Von Kanel, 70, of Helena, AL passed away on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. Mike was born on October 4, 1950, in Columbus, Mississippi to Lewis and Madge Von Kanel. As a graduate of William Carey College, he spent many years in full time ministry as a music minister at churches in Mississippi, Florida, and Alabama. He also...

Apr 8, 2021

Carole Roseann Cacciatore, 77, of Birmingham, passed away on April 8, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Sidney & Evelyn Scalisi and her son, Roger Lee Cahela, Jr.

She is survived by her loving husband of 32 years, Norman Cacciatore, her son Barry Crick (Kristie), grandson Aidan Cahela, and granddaughters Cecelia Crick...

Apr 6, 2021

James Thomas Boone, Jr. “Jim”, of Hoover, AL passed away on April 6, 2021. He retired from Bruno’s in 1995, and in his retirement years he enjoyed his lifetime hobby of fishing, visiting with family and loved traveling around the world with his wife, Caroline.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Pamela Tyree Boone; and...

Apr 5, 2021

HULSEY, William Breal of Birmingham, Alabama passed away on Monday, April 5, 2021. He was a veteran of World War II where he served with the 66th Division; he was assigned to the 264th Infantry Regiment and the 235th General Hospital during the European Theater of Operations. He retired from Trinity Industries, Inc.

Born March 22, 1924...

Apr 4, 2021

Mary Turnley, age 88 of Hoover went to her Heavenly Home on Easter Sunday, April 4, 2021.

Mrs. Turnley was a resident of Hoover and formerly resided in Grenada, Mississippi and Jackson, Mississippi. She was a member of the Riverchase United Methodist Church.

She is survived by his sons Robert and Mike Turnley; daughter, Melissa...

Mar 31, 2021

Mrs. Lauren Marie Pearson, 69, of Bessemer, AL passed away on March 31, 2021. She is survived by her husband, Albert Pearson; son, Brian Pearson; daughter, Kristen Boydston (Jeremy); and grandchildren, Caroline, David, and Nathan.

A visitation will be held on Monday, April 5, 2021 from 9:00am to 10:00am at Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home in Hoover, AL. Graveside...

Mar 30, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Christopher Cagle. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Mar 30, 2021

Richard Dee Wakefield, Jr. passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 30th after a long battle with dementia. He is survived by his loving wife Sally, as well as his children, Daniel and Deborah (Arman). He was born in Haleyville, AL and grew up around the world in a military family. He then became a highly decorated officer after serving...

Mar 29, 2021

Lawrence (Larry) Everett Myers October 21, 1988-March 29, 2021

Larry was born in Bluefield, WV, and at young age he moved to Hoover, AL. His school years were filled with extracurricular activities including many different sports teams, show choir, & spending time with friends. After graduating from Hoover High School in 2007, Larry played baseball at Bevill...

Mar 28, 2021

Mr. David Shields Smith, 91, of Alabaster, AL passed away on March 28, 2021. David was born in Knoxville, TN on February 9, 1930. During his lifetime, he served in the U.S. Army in Korea. His career in sales included Territory Sales Manager for American Greetings Cards. He went on to purchase a franchise of gift stores from American...

Mar 27, 2021

George Seymour Lee Jr., beloved husband, father, son, uncle, and friend, of Birmingham, AL passed away March 27, 2021 from cancer at the age of 69. Born November 30, 1951 in Mobile, AL to Seymour and Joyce Lee and was the oldest of 4 boys. He graduated from The University of South Alabama in 1972. He started his career...

Mar 24, 2021

A Korean War veteran known as Papa, Gramps, Pop, Popsicle joined his wife of 65 years, Mary Joan Kriegshauser Faure, and many friends and family for the external celebration!

He leaves behind his son John D Faure (Susan Hengel), daughters: Suzie Greer (Craig) and Lisa Faure (Marc Macewicz); grandchildren: Patrick Wall (Shelby Steckbauer), Katie Elsea (Mike), Andrew...

Mar 23, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Ruth Wilcox. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.