Obituaries
Linda Cox Klinner
May 5, 2026
Linda Cox Klinner, 78, of Maplesville, Alabama died Tuesday May 5, 2026. She was born in Clanton, Alabama January 23,1948, eldest child to the late Billy Samuel and Ollie Mae Cox.
Linda graduated from Chilton County High School in 1966 and went on to St Margaret's Nursing School in Montgomery, Alabama where she became a registered nurse.
In October of 1968, Linda...
Nell Miller Littleton
May 4, 2026
Nell Miller Littleton, 92, of Clanton, Alabama passed away May 4, 2026, at Bibb County Nursing Home.
She was born April 18, 1934, in Alabama, daughter of the late Leonard Miller and the late Libby Miller.
She was a Store Owner in the grocery business.
Surviving are Sons, David (Dallas) Littleton, Dennis (Michelle) Littleton; 8 Grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren and great great...
Gloria Ann Lee Crawford
May 3, 2026
Gloria Ann Crawford, 97, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior, leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter and cherished memories. A woman of strong faith, she was a longtime member of Chestnut Creek Baptist Church, where she worshiped alongside her husband, Thomas Crawford. Thomas and Gloria shared 74 years of marriage - proof the patience, love and...
Mary Hutchins Neece
May 2, 2026
Mary Hutchins Neece, age 67, was born on January 20, 1959, in Blue Island, Illinois. She later made her home in Verbena, Alabama, where she was deeply loved and cherished by her family.
Mary was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother who found her greatest joy in caring for and spending time with her family. She was known for her...
Amy Lynn Smith
May 2, 2026
Amy Lynn Smith, 57, of Thorsby, Alabama passed away May 2, 2026, at her residence in Thorsby, AL.
She was born February 22, 1969, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama (Roll Tide!), daughter of Dana Robinson and Deborah Collins Robinson.
She was a Homemaker.
Surviving are her Husband, Daryl Smith, Daughter, Haley (Kevin) Duffy, Daughter, Holly Smith, Granddaughters, Eliza and Evelynn Duffy, Grandson, Dax Duffy, Father,...
Belva Liles Johns
Apr 28, 2026
Belva Liles Johns, 91, of Clanton, AL passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2026. She was born on January 27, 1935 in Talladega, Alabama to the late William Palmo Liles and the late Lela Mae Hill Liles.
Belva graduated from Talladega High School in 1952. She went on to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics from Auburn University and later she...
Shirley Ozelle Mims
Apr 28, 2026
Shirley Ozelle Mims, 83, of Clanton, Alabama passed away April 28, 2026, at her residence.
She was born September 11, 1942, in Alabama, daughter of the late Oscar Deavers and of the late Verlon Deavers.
She was a Homemaker.
Surviving are her Son, Travis (Kristi) Mims; Granddaughter, Kinslee (Colton) Fells; Grandson, Kelan (Sophie) Mims; Great-Grandson, Malakai Fells; Great-Granddaughters, Josie Mims, Lizzie Mims; Sister,...
Lehman Keith Jones
Apr 27, 2026
Lehman Keith Jones, 71, of Clanton, Alabama passed away April 27, 2026, at Lay Lake.
He was born July 12, 1954, son of the late Lehman Jones and the late Catherine Robinson Jones.
He was a Electrician with Alabama Power and worked 15 more years with Seamon Electrical. He was a loving father, avid fisherman and above all else, he loved Alabama...
James Virgil Smitherman
Apr 27, 2026
James Virgil Smitherman, 93, of Clanton, Alabama passed away April 27, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
He was born September 4, 1932, in Chilton Co., Alabama, son of the late William Smitherman and the late Minnie Smitherman.
He found great joy in working the land and had a special fondness for John Deere tractors, with a particular love...
Linda Belle McKinnon
Apr 26, 2026
Linda Belle McKinnon, 86, of Clanton, Alabama passed away April 26, 2026, at her residence in Clanton, Alabama.
She was born July 1, 1939, in Alabama, daughter of the late Clarence Coggins and the late Era Vines Coggins.
She was a Title Clerk for William Latham Attorney at Law.
Surviving are her Daughters, Karen (Chris) Parker, Joan (Ashley) Teel; Son, William "Bill" Gerald...
Woodie Herman Cummings
Apr 23, 2026
Woodie Herman Cummings, 80, of Clanton, Alabama passed away April 23, 2026, at his residence.
He was born February 12, 1946, in Alabama, son of the late Johnnie Cummings and the late Johnny Ruth Jack Cummings.
He retired as a Foreman in the Construction Industry. He was a loving father and grandfather. He loved woodworking and never met a stranger.
Surviving are his...
Billy Vernon Easterling
Apr 22, 2026
Billy Vernon Easterling, 93, of Clanton, Alabama passed away April 22, 2026, at his residence.
He was born January 5, 1933, in Alabama, son of the late Amzie Easterling and of the late Winnie Easterling.
He was a Salesman in the insurance industry.
Surviving are his Son, Gary Easterling; Daughter, Sherry Easterling Moss; Grandsons, Dereke (Kristie) Moss, Blake Easterling, Jarrod (Kimberly) Moss, Cory...
Larry Leon Culpepper
Apr 21, 2026
Larry Leon Culpepper, age 84, of Clanton, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his home on April 21, 2026. Born on August 3, 1941, in Clanton, Alabama, he was the beloved son of the late Luther and Eunice Culpepper.
Larry was a 1959 graduate of Chilton County High School and dedicated his career to serving others as a Store Manager for Watson's...
Cynthia Lynne Moates Powell
Apr 21, 2026
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In Loving Memory of
Cynthia Lynn Moates Powell
March 7, 1965 – April 21, 2026
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Cynthia Lynn Moates Powell, 61, of Clanton, Alabama, passed away on April 21, 2026, at Baptist South Health in Montgomery, Alabama.
She was born on March 7, 1965, in Georgia, the daughter of the late Wayne Moates and the late Sue Jones.
Cindy was a devoted “Nonna” to her grandchildren...
Paul Earwin Burnett
Apr 16, 2026
Paul Earwin Burnett, 71, of Clanton, Alabama passed away April 16, 2026, at Baptist Medical Center East in Montgomery, AL.
He was born April 25, 1954, in Alabama, son of the late Luther Burnett and the late Ethel Burnett.
He was a Supervisor for Standard Roofing.
Surviving are his Wife, Linda Sue Burnett; Daughter, Amy Burnett Stamps; Sons, Paul Dwayne (Amanda) Burnett, Derrick...
James Lester Spearman
Apr 14, 2026
James "Jimmy" Lester Spearman, 68, of Thorsby, Alabama passed away peacefully Tuesday April 14, 2026, in his home surrounded by his loved ones.
He was born April 6, 1958, in Jefferson Co., Alabama, son of the late James Spearman and the late Nelda Spearman.
He was proud of his long career with the State Highway Department, serving from May 24, 1976, until...
Mitchell Cole Martin
Apr 13, 2026
Mitchell Cole Martin, of Alabama, passed away on April 13, 2026, at the age of 47.
Born on January 16, 1979, Mitch enjoyed being outdoors, grilling with his family, and listening to music.
Mitchell was preceded in death by his father, Richard L. Martin; his grandfathers, J. Robert Hall Jr., Joy Lee Martin, and Brasher L. Northcutt; his grandmothers, Mary Julia Blewster-Hall...
Tommy Lynn Porter
Apr 12, 2026
Tommy Lynn Porter
October 15, 1942 – April 12, 2026
Tommy Lynn Porter, 83, of Jemison, passed away peacefully at UAB Hospital on April 12, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved so dearly.
A Life of Hard Work and Devotion
Born on October 15, 1942, to Leonard and Athalee Porter, Tommy grew up in Chilton County. It was here he cultivated...
Jayce Mason Sanders
Apr 12, 2026
Jayce Mason Sanders, 17, of Verbena, Alabama passed away April 12, 2026.
He was born April 19, 2008, in Montgomery, Alabama, son of James "Jamie" Sanders and Amanda "Amy" Sanders.
He was loved by many friends throughout the community.
Surviving are his Mother, Amanda "Amy" Sanders; Father, James Elzie (Jamie) Sanders, Jr.; Grandmothers, Gertie (Elzie) Sanders, Cathy (Eugene) Farris; Sisters, Desha Sanders, Felisha...
Dollie Yevonne Bice
Apr 11, 2026
Dollie Yevonne Bice, 77, of Clanton, Alabama passed away April 11, 2026.
Dollie lived a life rooted in compassion, faith and service to others. A nurse by trade, she dedicated her life to caring for those around her, always offering comfort, kindness, and strength to anyone in need. Her love for the Lord guided her in all that she did, and...
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