Obituaries

Burneal Williamson Sandlin

Burneal Williamson Sandlin

Jun 28, 2026



Burneal Williamson Sandlin, 81, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 28, 2026, at Brookwood Medical Center in Birmingham, AL.

She was born October 10, 1944, in Alabama, daughter of the late Oscar Williamson and the late Estelle Giles Williamson.

She was beloved by many, and her absence will be deeply felt by her wide circle of family and friends.

Surviving are her Husband,...

Donald Raybon Giles

Donald Raybon Giles

Jun 28, 2026

Donald Raybon Giles, 81, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 28, 2026, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster, AL.

He was born January 31, 1945, in Alabama, son of the late Walter Giles and the late Annie Littleton Giles.

He was a Crew Leader for Alabama Power.

Surviving are his Wife, Norma Jean Giles; Sons, Brian Giles, Brandon (Christy) Giles; Grandsons, Brady...

Harry Eugene Gore

Harry Eugene Gore

Jun 28, 2026

Harry Eugene Gore, 79, of Thorsby, Alabama passed away June 28, 2026, at his residence.

He was born August 23, 1946, in Alabama, son of the late Charles Gore and the late Wilodean Gore.

He was a Lead Warehouse Buyer with Alabama Power Company.

Surviving are his Daughter, Sherry Gore; Son, Tony Gore; Grandsons, Drew (Ashlee) Edwards, Hazlee Robinson; Great-Grandsons, Hunter Edwards, Fischer...

Rev. Wayne Cleckler

Rev. Wayne Cleckler

Jun 27, 2026

Wayne Cleckler, born March 25, 1948, passed away on June 26, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of faith, service and love for his family and community.



Wayne was preceded in death by his parents Dewey and Lucille Cleckler, his son Daniel Cleckler and his siblings Alice Mae and Ricky.



He is survived by his children Jennifer, Dylan and his wife Heather and...

Mary Marjorie Smith

Mary Marjorie Smith

Jun 25, 2026

Mary Marjorie (McAfee) Smith was born in Lawley, Alabama. She was the daughter of Robert and Rena McAfee. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Curtis V. Smith, her sisters, Juanita and Joyce, her brother, John and her first grandchild Taylor. She was a graduate of Maplesville High School (1954) and the University of Montevallo (1971)....

Eddie E. Helms

Eddie E. Helms

Jun 25, 2026

Eddie Helms, 91, of Clanton, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 25, 2026.

Eddie was a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was known for his kindness, integrity, intelligence, and unwavering love for his family. Those who knew Eddie will always remember his gentle whistle and his familiar greeting, “Greetings and...

Merilyn Jean Scarbrough

Merilyn Jean Scarbrough

Jun 24, 2026



Merilyn Jean Scarbrough, 92, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 24, 2026, at Hatley Health Care in Clanton, AL.

She was born December 24, 1933, in Alabama, daughter of the late Leonard Wyatt and the late Annie Wyatt.

She was a Assistant VP in Cash Management.

Surviving are her Sons, Brian Keith Scarbrough, Bruce David (Kathy) Scarbrough; Grandsons, Blake (Liz) Edwards, Jered (Lizzy)...

Syble Holley Baldwin

Syble Holley Baldwin

Jun 23, 2026

Syble H. Baldwin, 78, of Thorsby

passed away Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026 peacefully at her home. She was born on October 16, 1947 in Wetumpka, AL. She was a 1966 graduate of Wetumpka High School. She attended John M. Patterson State Vocational/Technical School from 1966-1967. Her employments consisted of Durr Drug Company 67’-70’; State of Alabama ABC Board 71’-80’; Alabama Power...

Ronald Lee Mims

Ronald Lee Mims

Jun 23, 2026

Ronald Lee Mims, 78, of Clanton, Alabama passed away peacefully June 23, 2026, at his residence in Clanton, AL, surrounded by his family.

He was born March 7, 1948, in Alabama, son of the late Tommie Mims and the late Hazel Mims.

He was a Meter reader for Alabama Power.

Surviving are his Brothers, Tommie "Jackie" (Gwyn) Mims, Jimmie W. (Joyce) Mims; Nieces,...

Sandra Lockhart Patterson

Sandra Lockhart Patterson

Jun 23, 2026

Sandra Lockhart Patterson, age 76, of Billingsley, Alabama, peacefully passed away on June 23, 2026, at her residence. Born on February 1, 1950, in Alabama, Sandra was the beloved daughter of the late William Sterling Lockhart and the late Marie Parker Lockhart.

Sandra spent her life in service to her community, embracing the simple joys and responsibilities that came with her...

Drucilla Jane Todd

Drucilla Jane Todd

Jun 21, 2026

Drucilla Jane Todd, 86, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 21, 2026, at her residence in Clanton, AL.

She was born November 14, 1939, in Alabama, daughter of the late Andrew Fortner and the late Mary Fortner.

She was a Homemaker.

Surviving are her Son, Trabert (Daphne) Todd, Husband, Ruby Dave Todd, Grandson, Nevin Todd, Brother, Doug Fortner, Brother, Sam (Virginia) Fortner.

She was...

Charles Edward Thomas

Charles Edward Thomas

Jun 19, 2026

Charles Edward Thomas, age 93, of Clanton, Alabama, passed away on June 19, 2026, at Hatley Health Care in Clanton. Born January 10, 1933, in Alabama, Charles was the beloved son of the late John R. Thomas and Ressie N. Thomas.

Throughout his long and meaningful life, Charles embodied dedication and integrity. He found great purpose in working the land as...

Maegan Glenn Ray

Maegan Glenn Ray

Jun 19, 2026

Maegan Glenn Ray, 47, of Hueytown, Alabama passed away June 19, 2026, at UAB West.

She was born February 11, 1979, in Alabama, daughter of the late Kenneth Glenn and Gwendolyn Southard.

She was a nursing home caregiver.

Surviving are her Husband, Jonathan Ray; Mother, Gwendolyn Lee (Patrick) Southard; Son, Tristan Ragan, John David Ray, Zachary Ray; Daughter, Ava Rose Ray, Emily Elizabeth...

Robert Donald "Bobby" Lane

Robert Donald "Bobby" Lane

Jun 19, 2026

Robert Donald "Bobby" Lane, 98, of Clanton, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2026, at Bill Nichols State Veterans Home in Alexander City, Alabama. Born on January 24, 1928, in Alabama, he was the beloved son of the late Milford Lane and Annie Lane.

Bobby was known for his remarkable craftsmanship as a woodworker, a vocation that not only defined...

Marshall Wade Cleckler

Marshall Wade Cleckler

Jun 19, 2026

Marshall Wade Cleckler, 70, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 19, 2026, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster, AL.

He was born December 5, 1955, in Alabama, son of the late Eddie Will Cleckler and the late Louise Mims Cleckler.

He was a Carpenter.

Surviving are his Wife, Frankie Vanessa Cleckler; Son, Josh (Brittany) Cleckler; Grandchildren, Zachary Cleckler, and Sadie Cleckler; Step-Grandchildren,...

Nora Annette Till Carter

Nora Annette Till Carter

Jun 18, 2026

Nora Annette Till Carter, 63, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 18, 2026, at her residence in Clanton, AL.

She was born November 8, 1962, in Alabama, daughter of the late Joseph Till and Nora Till McCarty.

She was a Medical Claims Examiner.

Surviving are her Mother, Nora Annie Mae Till McCarty; Sons, Randall Shane Sammons, Christian Lynn Sammoms; Grandson, Joseph Paul Sammons;...

Mitchell Scott Gams

Mitchell Scott Gams

Jun 17, 2026

Mitchell Scott Gams, 32, of Montgomery, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Born in Mobile, Alabama, Mitch grew up in Mountain Brook, Alabama where he graduated from Mountain Brook High School in 2016. Mitch was a man of tremendous heart and gentle spirit who dedicated much of his life to serving others. As an active and committed member...

Joseph Jerome Pearce

Joseph Jerome Pearce

Jun 17, 2026

Joseph Jerome Pearce, 77, of Prattville, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his residence on June 17, 2026. Born on September 5, 1948, in Colorado, Joseph was the beloved son of the late Nicholas Jasper and Vivian Pearce.

Joseph was a proud Staff Sergeant, whose service and commitments defined much of his life’s purpose. Throughout his years, he exemplified honor, dedication, and...

Sabrina Lynn Cooper

Sabrina Lynn Cooper

Jun 15, 2026

Sabrina Lynn Cooper, age 63, of Maplesville, Alabama, peacefully passed away on June 15, 2026, at her residence in Maplesville. Born on July 18, 1962, in Alabama, Sabrina was the cherished daughter of the late Neal Lynwood Barber and the late Bertha Joan Barber.

Throughout her life, Sabrina dedicated herself to her work as a secretary, a role in which she...

Alton Lockhart

Alton Lockhart

Jun 12, 2026

Alton Lamar Lockhart, 73, of Thorsby, Alabama passed away June 12, 2026, at his residence in Thorsby, AL.

He was born June 25, 1952, in Alabama, son of Fate Lockhart and Minnie Lockhart.

He was a Construction Worker.

Surviving are his Son, Chad Lockhart, Daughter, Melissa (O'Neal) Caton, Daughter, Christy (Chris) Hayes, Daughter, Julie (Josh) Adams, Daughter, Stacy Davenport, Granddaughter, Taylor (Grant) Deavers,...