Obituaries

Robert Shane Mcelroy

Jun 18, 2024

Robert Shane "Berto" McElroy, 36, was a beloved soul who touched the lives of many, passed away on June 18, 2024.

He was born on March 29, 1988 in Montgomery, AL, where his journey began. Robert's passions in life was

his time spent with friends and loved ones, and...

Emma Louise Staggs

Jun 18, 2024

Emma Louise Staggs, 92, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 18, 2024, at Hatley Health Care in Clanton, Alabama.

She was born April 26, 1932, in Alabama, daughter of the late George Cleckley and the late Ida Mae Cleckley.

She was a Weaver at the Cotton Mill....

Michael Leslie Bice

Jun 17, 2024

Michael Leslie Bice, 71, of Shelby, Alabama passed away June 17, 2024, at UAB Hospital-Highlands in Birmingham, Alabama.

He was born October 24, 1952, in Alabama, son of the late G.W. Bice and the late Julia Bice.

He was a Power Plant Operator for Alabama Power.

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Peggy Jo Porter

Jun 17, 2024

Peggy Jo Porter, 91, of Clanton, Alabama passed away peacefully at home June 17, 2024.

She was born to Marion and Eula Littlejohn on July 28, 1932. She was a very caring person and a devoted mother. She was a nurse for 55 years, touching the lives of many people. She...

Wilma Jean Owens

Jun 17, 2024

Wilma Jean Ray Owens, passed away on June 17, 2024 at the age of 96. She was born July 19, 1927, to her parents Lonnie and Beadie Ray.

She is the last of 10 siblings. Her four brothers were Homer, Carson, J.B. and Aubrey Ray and sisters were Esther, Ruth, Gatie,...

Kenneth Eugene Jenkins

Jun 15, 2024

Kenneth Eugene Jenkins, 85, of Lawley, Alabama passed away June 15, 2024, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster, Alabama.

He was born June 17, 1938, in Alabama, son of the late Ethan Jenkins and the late Elsie Jenkins.

He was the owner of Jenkins Logging for...

Margaret Ann Erkes

Jun 13, 2024

Margaret Ann Erkes, 94, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 13, 2024, at her residence in Clanton, AL.

She was born April 13, 1930, in Pennsylvania, daughter of  the late Madison Day and the late Lena Day.

Peggy, as she was known by her family, will always be remembered for her...

Rex Steven Williams

Jun 12, 2024

Rex Steven Williams, 60, of Billingsley, Alabama passed away June 12, 2024, at his residence.

He was born September 20, 1963, in Alabama, son of the late Buster Williams and the late Mary Ellen Williams.

He was a Hydro Field Technician with Alabama Power.

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Jerry Lane Gilliland

Jun 10, 2024

Jerry Lane Gilliland, 82, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 10, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born February 24, 1942, in Chilton County, Alabama, son of the late Stell Gilliland and the late Arah Maddox Gilliland.

He was Co-Owner of Gore & Easterling Chair Company.

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Mary Alice Mcgee

Jun 9, 2024

Mary Alice McGee, 80, of Maplesville, Alabama passed away June 9, 2024, at Hatley Health Care in Clanton, Alabama.

She was born January 14, 1944, in Alabama, daughter of the late Charles Preston McGee and the late Thelma Scott McGee.

Mary Alice brought joy to all those...

William Carl Childress

Jun 8, 2024

William Carl Childress, 69, of Thorsby, Alabama passed away June 8, 2024, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster.

He was born September 20, 1954, in Chilton County, Alabama, son of the late Robert Childress and the late Evie Childress.

He was in construction as a sheetrock...

William Edge Thigpen, Sr.

Jun 8, 2024

William Edge Thigpen, 83, of Montgomery, Alabama passed away June 8, 2024, at his Residence in Montgomery, Alabama.

He was born December 2, 1940, in Alabama, son of the late Frank Thigpen and the late Mildred Edge Thigpen.

He was a State Representative for 12 years and Assistant Director of ABC...

Ruby Jean Ellison

Jun 5, 2024

Ruby Jean Ellison, 92, of Jemison, Alabama passed away June 5, 2024.

She was born November 2, 1931, in Alabama, daughter of the late Alton Davis and of the late Velma Davis.

She was a Presser in the automobile industry.

Surviving are her...

Dennis Van Scott

Jun 5, 2024

Dennis Van Scott, 69, of Jemison, Alabama passed away June 5, 2024, at his residence

He was born February 21, 1955, in Chilton County, Alabama, son of the late Vester Scott and the late Bernice Scott.

He was in the automotive business.

Surviving are his Wife, Lawanda...

Carlene Smith Doody

Jun 3, 2024

Evelyn Carlene Doody, 87, passed away on June 3, 2024, in Alabama. Carlene was born in Toccoa, Georgia to the late Roy C. Smith and the late Bertha Dawkins Smith on May 3, 1937. Her family later moved to Atlanta where she was a 1955 graduate of Roosevelt High School. She worked for Coca-Cola before becoming a...

Danny Hayes

Jun 2, 2024

Danny Hayes died peacefully on June 2, 2024, at the age of 73.  Danny was born at home in Thorsby, Alabama, on October 27, 1950. He graduated from Thorsby High School and received his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from Samford University, McWhorter School of Pharmacy. Danny was the founding owner of Hayes Drug and Gift in Jemison, Alabama,...

Sarah Ann Logan

Jun 2, 2024

Sarah Ann Beasley Logan, 79, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 2, 2024, at Nursing Home Hatley Health Care in Clanton, AL.

She was born March 7, 1945, in Alabama, daughter of the late Bee Beasley and the late Allie Beasley.

She was a Customer Service Specialist....

Pete Wilson

Jun 2, 2024

Pete Wilson, 42, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 2, 2024, at UAB.

He was born July 23, 1981, in Alabama, son of Kenneth Wilson and Janet Wilson.

He was disabled.

Surviving are his Mother, Janet (Wayne) Dunnaway; Father, Kenneth Wilson; Sister, Maliah...

Rickey Edward Connell

Jun 1, 2024

Rickey Edward Connell, 64, of Rockford, Alabama passed away June 1, 2024, at residence in Rockford, AL.

He was born April 1, 1960, in Alabama, son of Paul Connell and Glenda Connell.

He was a Printing machine salesman.

Surviving are his Mother, Glenda...

Wanetta May Hudson

Jun 1, 2024

Wanetta May Hudson, 89, of Cumberland, Maryland passed away June 1, 2024, at her residence in Clanton, Alabama.

She was born January 25, 1935, in Cumberland, Maryland, daughter of the late Goldie Leslie.

She was a Foster parent of many years, along with her husband.

Surviving are...