Obituaries
Joyce Miller Townsend
Jun 5, 2026
Joyce Miller Townsend, 73, of Jemison, Alabama passed away June 5, 2026, at her residence in Jemison, AL.
She was born December 9, 1952, in Massachusetts, daughter of the late Harry Miller and the late Barbara James.
She loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was an avid Alabama Crimson Tide fan.
Surviving are her Daughter, Angie (Johnny) Peters; Granddaughters, Amber (Joseph) Chandler, Briana...
James Walter Connell, II
Jun 5, 2026
James Walter Connell, II, 65, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 5, 2026, at a local hospital.
He was born November 18, 1960, in Alabama, son of the late James Connell and the late Merelle Connell.
James worked for 42 years for Norment Industries/ Cornerstone Detection Products in the Airtec division. He retired in October 2025.
Surviving are his Sons, James (Courtney) Connell,...
Mary Ann Yeargan
May 31, 2026
Mary Ann Deramus Yeargan, of Mountain Brook, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at the age of 95. She is survived by the love of her life, Bill (Billy) Yeargan, whom she was married to for 72 years.
Mary Ann was born and raised in Verbena, Alabama, a place she loved dearly. She was the youngest daughter of David...
Sue B McKinney
May 31, 2026
Sue B. McKinney, 90, of Clanton, Alabama passed away peacefully at her home on May 31, 2026.
Born on September 22, 1935, to Arthur and Ruby Bratton in Jemison, Alabama. Sue dedicated many years to Chilton County High School as a History, English, and Glee Club teacher. She touched countless lives through her passion for history and her commitment to providing...
Johnathan Barrett
May 30, 2026
Jonathan Carol Barrett, 48, of Clanton, Alabama passed away May 30, 2026, at Residence in Clanton, AL.
He was born May 12, 1978, in Alabama, son of the late Carol Barrett and Patsy Cotney.
He was a Construction Worker.
Surviving are his Wife, Angela Minor Barrett, Daughter, Meagan (Buddy) Sanders, Daughter, Kenly (Dillan) Hollinger, Son, Kholton Barrett, Mother, Patsy (Joey) Cotney, Brother, Joseph...
Judith Porter Epperson
May 30, 2026
Judith Porter Epperson, 79, of Jemison, Alabama passed away May 30, 2026, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster, AL.
She was born December 26, 1946, in Alabama, daughter of the late Henry Porter and the late Mattie Porter.
She was a Custodian at Thompson Elementary School.
Surviving are her Son, Steve (Nancy) Beardin, Son, Brandon (Lori) Jenkins, Granddaughter, Stevey (Bridger) Post, Grandson,...
Elizabeth Linn Kew
May 29, 2026
Elizabeth Linn Kew, 82, of Jemison, Alabama passed away May 29, 2026, at Arabella Health & Wellness in Birmingham, AL.
She was born October 10, 1943, in North Carolina, daughter of John Kew and Katherine Kew.
She was a Teacher.
Surviving are her Son, Minter (Kelly) Hayes, Son, Sam (Tammy) Hayes, Sister, Jane Kew, Grandson, Samuel Hayes, Jr., Granddaughter, Allison Hayes, Granddaughter, Madeline...
Floyd M Spain
May 28, 2026
Floyd M. Spain, 86, of Jemison, Alabama passed away May 28, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
He was born January 10, 1940, in Springfield, Tennessee, son of the late Robert Spain and the late Violet Spain.
Floyd was a devoted family man that loved his family more than anything. He spent the best 63 years of his life...
Betty Deloney Smith
May 28, 2026
Betty Deloney Smith, 81, of Clanton, Alabama passed away May 28, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born July 2, 1944, in Chilton County, Alabama, daughter of the late Lee Roland Minor and the late Margaret Ruth Carter.
She was a woman who deeply loved her family and cherished every opportunity to visit with others. Better known to most as...
Garry Lajohn Jones
May 26, 2026
Garry Lajohn Jones, 79, of Thorsby, Alabama passed away May 26, 2026, at his residence after a lengthy illness.
He was born April 1, 1947, in Greenville, Alabama, son of the late Howard Jones and the late Lois Jones.
Garry had a long career in education and industry. He was a principal and coach at several schools, and ended his career as...
Peggy Jean Hooks
May 25, 2026
Peggy Jean Hooks, 76, of Thorsby, Alabama passed away May 25, 2026, at the Healthcare Center at Buck Creek in Alabaster, AL.
She was born December 18, 1949, in Alabama, daughter of the late John McGalliard and the late Ima Anderson Carter.
She was a Homemaker.
Surviving are her Son, Kenneth Wayne Hooks; Brothers, John McGalliard, Mike McGalliard; and a host of nieces,...
Roy Douglas Sallis
May 23, 2026
Roy Douglas Sallis, 85, of Jemison, Alabama passed away May 23, 2026, in Birmingham, AL
He was born December 28, 1940, in Mississippi, son of the late Ambrose Sallis and the late Lena Sallis.
He was a Project Manager with the telephone company.
Surviving are his Daughter, Tina (Wayne) Champion, Daughter, Sherry (David) Wilson, Son, Brad Sallis, Son, Paul (Yvonne) Sallis, 12 Grandchildren...
Nellie Jo Posey Milam
May 20, 2026
Nellie Jo Posey Milam, born on October 28, 1934, was married to William Richard Milam in 1954 until his death in 2010. They had 8 children and a very prosperous life. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a caregiver for many years. She was a Christian and was called home by God on the evening of...
Jackie Wilson
May 17, 2026
Jackie Goggins Wilson, 70, of Douglasville, Georgia passed away May 17, 2026, in Austell, GA.
She was born October 20, 1955, in Birmingham, Alabama, daughter of the late Marvin Goggins and the late Juanita Goggins.
She was a Technician with AT&T for 20 years, sold AVON for 38 years, and was the owner of the Trail of Fear.
Surviving are her Husband, Joe...
Rebecca Lockhart
May 13, 2026
Rebecca Lee Lockhart, 81, of Clanton, Alabama passed away May 13, 2026, in Clanton, AL.
She was born March 10, 1945, in Chilton County, Alabama, daughter of the late Albert Jay Newman and the late Ruby Newman.
She devoted her life to loving and caring for her family, whom she cherished deeply. Strong-willed and fiercely independent, she carried herself with grace, determination,...
Linda Donniette Bracken
May 13, 2026
Linda Donniette (Crumpton) Bracken, 77, of Thorsby, went to be with the Lord on May 13, 2026. Linda lived a life centered on faith, family, and serving others. She will be remembered for her loving heart, generous spirit, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.
She proudly served in the United States Air Force for two years before beginning a long...
Peggy Headley
May 12, 2026
Stubborn, playful, and fiercely dedicated to those she loved, Peggy Headley, 70, passed away at Grandview Medical Center on May 12, 2026. She was born on April 6, 1956 to the late A.D. and Geraldine (Payton) Headley. The youngest of seven children, she knew how to command attention and get her way. She became a woman who can best be...
Gene Autry Sorrell
May 12, 2026
Gene Autry Sorrell, a devoted family man, respected community leader, and dedicated professional, passed away on May 12, 2026. Born on January 18, 1943, Gene's life was marked by unwavering commitment to his family, his faith, and his work.
Gene graduated with a bachelor's degree in business from the University of Montevallo, laying the foundation for a distinguished career in insurance....
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...
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