Obituaries

Jun 27, 2026

James C. "Cotton" Patton, 97, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026. Born September 16, 1928, Cotton lived a long life defined by hard work, humility, faithfulness, and steadfast love. While his family and friends grieve his passing, they also celebrate a life well lived.

Cotton was blessed to share 74 years of marriage with his wife, Ann-a truly remarkable lifetime...

Jul 3, 2026

Jul 3, 2026

Patricia "Tish" Blake Keenan Bagley December 22, 1938 - July 3, 2026Patricia "Tish" Bagley, age 87, entered the presence of her Savior on July 3, 2026. She was born on December 22, 1938, in Jackson, Mississippi, to Alfred and Maidie Keenan.

As the daughter of a civil engineer, Tish spent much of her childhood moving from place to place. She attended...

Jul 9, 2026

Curtis Allen Garrett, born at home on November 23, 1937, in Siluria, Alabama, passed away at home on July 4, 2026, in Hoover, Alabama, after more than a decade of living with vascular dementia.

Curtis graduated from Thompson High School and attended the University of Montevallo. After several years of working in finance, he became an ironworker and retired from U.S....

Jul 2, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Donald "Boyd" Sizemore, who entered the presence of the Lord on Thursday July 2nd at the age of 59.

Born and raised in Midfield, Alabama, Donald "Boyd" Sizemore was a devoted Christian whose faith was the foundation of his life. He proudly served in the Army National Guard and...

Jun 6, 2026

Sandra Payne Williams

September 29, 1939 – June 6, 2026

Sandra Payne Williams, 86, passed away peacefully in her home on June 6, 2026.

Sandra graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1960, where she was a proud member of the Kappa Delta Sorority. While attending Vanderbilt, she met the love of her life, Dr. Pryor A. Williams Jr., whom she later married. Together they...

Jun 29, 2026

Jeffrey Dale Campbell was born on November 17, 1963 and passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026.

Jeffrey was a devoted member of Dawson Memorial Baptist Church for more than 50 years, where he faithfully greeted parishioners at the west entrance with his father for more than 30 years.

Jeff was well loved by family and friends and conscientiously cared...

Jun 26, 2026

The family of Billie Nell Mullis is saddened to announce her passing on June 26 at the age of 88 years. A memorial service will be held at Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home in Hoover, AL on Sunday, July 12, from 2:00-3:00 (visitation from 1:30-2:00). 

She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Daniel H. Mullis; her parents Willie and...

Jun 25, 2026

Patricia A. McGriff, age 89, passed away on June 25, 2026. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 64 years, Larry E. McGriff; and her son Stephen B. McGriff. Pat is survived by her daughter, Sherri McGriff Hodges (Bill); her daughter-in-law Jan G. McGriff and her grandson Blake A. McGriff.

Pat was a member of Oak...

Jun 21, 2026

Candace Laine Heard, 78, of Jefferson County, Alabama, passed away in her home on June 21, 2026.

 She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Charles (“C.B.”) Heard, III, son, Barry C. Heard of Nashville, TN, son, Charles E. Heard (Katherine) of Charlotte, NC, and one granddaughter, Lillian Cherry Heard of Charlotte, NC. She is preceded in death by her...

Jun 17, 2026

Rosemary Barnes (née Birmingham), 76, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and went on to be with her Lord and Savior on June 17, 2026. She was born January 29, 1950 in Tupelo, MS.

A long-time resident of Hoover, Alabama, she will be long remembered for her kindness, sense of humor, strength, and the love she shared with those around...

Jun 15, 2026

Phia S. Kontoes Griggs, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on June 15, 2026, at her home surrounded by family.

Phia was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who meant so much to her family and friends. She loved to laugh and could always find something to laugh about. She loved deeply and cared deeply for the people in...

Jun 14, 2026

Jun 12, 2026

John Daniel "Dan" Lott, age 73, passed away on June 12, 2026. Dan grew up in Bessemer, Alabama and spent the remainder of his life in Hoover, Alabama.He was a devoted husband of 46 years, a loving father, an adored grandfather and a steadfast brother. He lived a life marked by dedication, quiet strength, generosity and a deep love for...

Jun 10, 2026

Mr. William C. Hatfield, age 78. A resident of Calera, Alabama passed away on June 10, 2026. He was retired from Local 312 where he worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator. He was preceded in death by his parents, William C. Hatfield Sr. and Iria Helen Sharp Hatfield, sister, Doris J. Peacock and Iris A. Seltzer. He is survived by...

Jun 8, 2026

Roy Steven "Steve" Skelton, age 67, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2026. While his sudden passing has left a tremendous void in the hearts of those who loved him, his legacy of faith, kindness, laughter, and generosity will live on forever.Steve was a devoted husband, father, son, grandfather, and friend. He is survived by his beloved...

Jun 6, 2026

Charleen Meade, 90, passed away on June 6, 2026, at her home in Hoover, Alabama 

Charleen is survived by her son Craig Meade and long time family friend Amy Jo Schamens and neighbors and friends. Charleen is preceded in death by John Bollinger - father, Aileen Bollinger - mother.

The service for Charleen Meade will be held on Saturday, at 12:00 PM...

Jun 3, 2026

Don Calhoun Genry returned to his heavenly home on Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026, in Birmingham, Alabama. He was born in Brantleyville, Alabama on January 19, 1938. Don was well-known for a sound sense of direction. Once—at age 6—when separated from his family at a parade in downtown Birmingham, he walked and hitchhiked 30 miles to his home in rural Brantleyville....

May 29, 2026

James (Jimmy) Cleveland Powell, age 75, of Alabaster, Alabama, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on October 30, 1950, Jimmy lived a life defined by devotion to the people he loved. He never missed an opportunity to talk about his family. His children and grandchildren were the pride of his life, and...

May 27, 2026

Idus Copeland, Jr., age 90 of Pelham, Alabama passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Idus was born on December 6, 1935, in Oneonta, Alabama and grew up in Shannon, Alabama. He retired as the owner of Shades Valley 76 service station in Homewood, Alabama in 2002.Idus loved spending time with family, especially his beloved wife of 67 years, Martha and...