Obituaries

Martha Ruth Deal

May 22, 2025

Martha Ruth Deal, 73, of Verbena, Alabama passed away May 22, 2025, at her residence.

She was born April 4, 1952, in Alabama, daughter of the late Leonard Robinson and the late Pauline Higgins Culp.

She was a Caregiver.

Surviving are her Husband, Gary Fruge; Son, Chris...

Gloria Anne Glenn

May 20, 2025

Gloria Anne Glenn, 82, of Clanton, Alabama passed away on May 20, 2025, at her residence in Clanton, Alabama.

She was born on August 15, 1942, in Alabama, and was the daughter of the late Curtis and Frances Deason.

She was a Loan Officer.

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Charles M. Mcgalliard

May 19, 2025

Charles (Lazy Loafer) Marcus McGalliard, born on February 26, 1934 in Chilton County, Alabama crossed the Jordan River into the arms of His Lord and Savior on May 19, 2025 surrounded by his loving wife of 73 years, Florine (Flo) and their family.

He was a Sunday School teacher at Indian...

Antonio Zaragoza Enriquez

May 18, 2025

Antonio Zaragoza Enriquez, 55, of Verbena, Alabama passed away May 18, 2025, at his residence.

He was born January 16, 1970, in Penjamo, Guanajuato, Mexico, son of Roberto Zaragoza Cortez and Josefa Enriquez Cano. He was Managing  Field Superintendent with Southern Oak Construction, LLC of Thorsby Alabama. He was part of...

Frazier Kane Strength

May 16, 2025

Frazier Kane Strength, 7 1/2 months, of Verbena, Alabama passed away May 16, 2025.

He was born September 27, 2024, in Alabama, son of David Strength and Cassidy Haynes.

He was the greatest accomplishment and one of our biggest blessings. His big fat smile would light up a room....

Benny Joe Griffin

May 16, 2025

Benny Griffin, 74, of Thorsby, Alabama passed away May 16, 2025, at his home in Thorsby, AL.

He was born February 3, 1951, in Alabama, son of the late Charles Griffin and the late Esenith Griffin.

He was a Homebuilder.

Surviving are his Wife, Sherry...

Shonda Marie Hudson

May 14, 2025

Shonda Marie Hudson, 39, of Jemison, Alabama passed away May 14, 2025, at UAB in Birmingham, AL.

She was born November 7, 1985, in Alabama, daughter of  the late Ruth Hudson.

She was disabled.

Surviving are her Uncle, Samuel Lorenzo Hudson, Aunt, Lisa Hudson, Cousins, Will Hudson,...

Bruce Wayne Driver

May 13, 2025

Bruce Wayne Driver, 59, of Clanton, Alabama passed away on May 13, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer, at UAB St. Vincent's Chilton in Clanton, Alabama.

He was born on May 27, 1965, in Slapout, Alabama, and was the son of the late James Edward and Myrtis Driver.

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Mary Charles Rush Stewart

May 11, 2025

Mary Charles Rush Stewart, 88, of Clanton, Alabama passed away May 11, 2025, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster, AL.

She was born July 17, 1936, in Alabama, daughter of the late Charles Willis Rush and the late Verna Rush.

She was a Food Service Supervisor....

Ruby Hathcock Jones

May 10, 2025

Ruby Nell Hathcock Jones, 89, of Billingsley, Alabama passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025.

She was born January 5, 1936, in Chilton County, Alabama, daughter of  the late James Moses Hathcock and Nellie Lillian Williams Hathcock.

She was a Christian loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She...

William Owen Drinkard

May 9, 2025

William (Coach Bill) Owen Drinkard, 83, of Clanton, Alabama passed away May 9, 2025, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center.

He was born April 6, 1942, in Alabama, son of  the late Gwen Owen Drinkard  and Dorothy Nell Lovelady.

He was a graduate of Livingston University with a...

Kay Frances Wilson

May 7, 2025

Kay Frances Wilson, 84, of Pelham, Alabama passed away May 7, 2025, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster, Alabama.

She was born October 1, 1940, in Alabama, daughter of the late Lewis Ellison and the late Orell Hilyer.

She was an office manager for numerous businesses....

Shea Alan Supri

May 6, 2025

On May 6, 2025, Shea A. Supri (42) of Chelsea, AL closed his eyes on the earth and opened them to his eternal home with his Father in Heaven. A loving husband, a dedicated daddy, and a devoted son; Shea is survived by his wife of twenty years, Jennifer, daughters Caroline and Carsen, mother Carol...

James "Jim" Payton

May 5, 2025

James “Jim” Payton of Clanton, Chilton County, Alabama died May 5, 2025. Jim grew up in Clanton, Alabama and graduated from high school in Chilton County.

After completing training in the Air Force, he was stationed in Japan for three years supporting the war efforts in Vietnam and Korea. After military...

Donald Luther Williams

May 1, 2025

Donald Luther Williams, 73, of Clanton, Alabama passed away May 1, 2025, at his residence.

He was born December 20, 1951, in Alabama, son of James Luther Williams and Dolores B. Williams.

He was a Material Coordinator with Alabama Power Company. He loved to play golf and Alabama Crimson Tide Football....

Franklin Lamar Shaneyfelt

Apr 30, 2025

Franklin Lamar Shaneyfelt, 79, of Jemison, Alabama passed away April 30, 2025, at his residence.

He was born January 31, 1946, in Alabama, son of the late Frank Shaneyfelt and the late Lera Bell Shaneyfelt.

He was a repairmen for the telephone company for over 32 years. He was...

Julia Catherine Condra

Apr 30, 2025

Julia "Kate" Catherine Houston Condra, 91, of Autaugaville, Alabama passed away peacefully April 30, 2025.

She was born November 16, 1933, in Alabama, daughter of the late Marcus Houston and the late Beatrice White Houston.

Together with her husband, they owned and operated Condra Farms and Mulberry...

James L Mims

Apr 29, 2025

James L. Mims, 70, of Clanton, Alabama passed away April 29, 2025, at UAB in Birmingham, AL.

He was born March 26, 1955, in Alabama, son of the late Easson Mims and the late Myrtice Mims.

He exemplified dedication as a family man, committed colleague, and cherished friend. He...

Brian "Spot" O'Neal Vinzant

Apr 29, 2025

Brian "Spot" O'Neal Vinzant, 57, of Clanton, Alabama passed away April 29, 2025, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster, Alabama.

He was born April 14, 1968, in North Carolina, son of the late  Roger Vinzant and the late Ann Vinzant.

He graduated from CCHS in 1986...

John Carl Adams

Apr 28, 2025

John Carl Adams, 70, of Marbury, Alabama passed away April 28, 2025, at his residence

He was born July 14, 1954, in Montgomery, Alabama, son of the late Esby Adams and the late Nora Elizabeth Adams.

He was a truck driver most of his career before he...