Obituaries

Lois Ann Russell

Feb 28, 2024

Lois Ann Russell, 80, of Jemison, Alabama passed away February 28, 2024, at her residence.

She was born April 16, 1943, in Clanton, Alabama, daughter of the late Sam Woodley and the late Lois Woodley.

She was a retired Mail Carrier with the United States Post Office.

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Herman Jerry Godwin

Feb 28, 2024

Herman Jerry Godwin, 73, of Clanton, Alabama passed away February 28, 2024, at his residence.

He was born July 20, 1950, in Alabama, son of the late Ralph Godwin and the late Annie Godwin.

He was a retired Iron Worker of 40 years with Local 92.

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Adeline Litaker Headley

Feb 27, 2024

Adeline Litaker Headley, 82, of Montgomery, Alabama passed away February 27, 2024, at John Knox Manor in Montgomery, AL.

She was born April 18, 1941, in Alabama, daughter of the late Leo Litaker and the late Bessie Prickett Litaker.

She was a Homemaker and actively attended Catoma...

Alicia Nichole Overton

Feb 27, 2024

Alicia Nichole Overton, age, 45, of Jemison, Alabama passed away February 27, 2024, at St. Vincent's Hospital in Birmingham.

She was born March 5, 1978, in Alabama, daughter of the late Richard Overton and Marilyn Hand.

Alicia was dearly loved by her family and will truly be...

Christy Lynn Brasher

Feb 20, 2024

Christy Lynn Brasher, 53, of Clanton, Alabama passed away February 20, 2024, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center.

She was born July 27, 1970, in Alabama, daughter of Bobby Knox and the late Ruby Kromer.

She was a Homemaker.

Surviving are her Father, Bobby...

Larry J. Wade

Feb 19, 2024

Larry J. Wade, 74, of Verbena, Alabama passed away February 19, 2024, at Merry Wood Lodge in Elmore, Alabama.

He was born September 16, 1949, in Alabama, son of the late Arthur Wade and the late Olivia Wade.

Surviving are his Brothers, Jimmy Wade and Danny (Sandy)...

Dwight Orvid Jones

Feb 19, 2024

Dwight Orvid Jones, 85, of Verbena, Alabama passed away February 19, 2024, at his residence in Verbena, Alabama.

He was born March 8, 1938, in Alabama, son of the late Lloyd Burnett and the late Elmerine Jones.

He was a Truck Driver.

Surviving...

Linda Alice Hayes

Feb 18, 2024

Linda Alice Hayes, 75, of Maplesville, AL passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024.

She was born on October 24, 1948 in Clanton, Alabama, daughter of the late Buster Sexton and Frances Rasberry Sexton.

Alice grew up in the Isabella community and graduated from Isabella High School in 1967. Alice was...

Margaret Ann Sansom

Feb 17, 2024

Margaret Ann Litaker Sansom was born November 3, 1939, to Leo and Bessie Litaker in Verbena Alabama.

As the child of a deaf parent, Margaret learned at an early age to be the interpreter for her mother in everything from interactions at the store, to registering for school and doctor’s appointments. She attended Verbena High...

William "Pete" Paul Thomas

Feb 12, 2024

William Paul "Pete" Thomas passed away peacefully on February 12, 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama.  He was 60 years old and a resident of Sterrett.

Pete was born on January 2, 1964 in Selma, Alabama.  He is survived by his life partner, Betsy Thomas, mother, Joyce Campbell, older brother, Bob Thomas, as well as...

Myrna Frith Smitherman

Feb 9, 2024

Myrna Frith Smitherman, age 78 of Lawley, Alabama passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on Friday, February 9, 2024.

She was born April 11, 1945, in Alabama, daughter of the late Trester Frith and the late Mae Frith.

Mrs. Myrna was a loving wife,...

Thomas Alton Sims

Feb 8, 2024

Thomas Alton Sims, 82, of Clanton, Alabama passed away February 8, 2024.

He was born August 28, 1941, in Alabama, son of the late Raymond Sims and Floree Williams.

Thomas graduated from Verbena High School in 1959. He has done many things in his lifetime including, served...

Joseph Dennis Hopper, Ii

Feb 8, 2024

Joseph "Dennis" Hopper II, 49, of Verbena, Alabama passed away Thursday, February 8, 2024, at home with his family.

He was born August 3, 1974, in Alabama, son of Joseph "Joe" and Kathy Hopper.

Dennis served in the US Air Force from 1995 until 2000 and then...

Morris N. Price

Feb 6, 2024

Morris N. Price, age 95, of Clanton, AL passed away peacefully at Colonel Robert L. Howard Veteran's Home in Pell City, AL, on Tuesday, February 6, 2024.

He was born March 6, 1928, in Alabama, son of the late Jace Price and the late Hollie Price.

Morris...

Lara Lorraine Hatfield

Feb 6, 2024

Lara Lorraine Hatfield, 57, of Selma, Alabama passed away February 6, 2024,  in Clanton, AL.

She was born December 8, 1966, in Dallas Co., Alabama, daughter of the late Wayne Lewis and Linda Stroud.

Lara was known for her passion for serving others while working at Waffle House for over eight...

Herbert Steven "Steve" Latham

Feb 3, 2024

Herbert Steven "Steve" Latham, 53, of Clanton, Alabama passed away February 3, 2024, at his residence.

He was born March 19, 1970, in Alabama, son of the late Herbert Latham and Donna Latham.

He was a Journeyman Lineman.

Surviving are his Sons, Dustin...

James Ray Edwards

Feb 1, 2024

James Ray Edwards, 56, of Montevallo, Alabama passed away February 1, 2024, in Birmingham, AL.

He was born May 30, 1967, in Shelby County, Alabama, son of the late Horace Edwards and the late Ann Edwards.

He worked for the State of Alabama Transportation Department.

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Deloris Kramer Farris

Feb 1, 2024

Deloris Kramer Farris, 79, of Clanton, Alabama passed away February 1, 2024.

She was born September 9, 1944, in Alabama, daughter of the late Henry and Ezzie Kramer.

She was a Office Administrator and faithful member of Walnut Creek Methodist Church.

Surviving are her Daughter, Tricia (Chuck)...

Verna "Betty" Elizabeth Giles

Jan 30, 2024

Verna "Betty" Elizabeth Giles, 98, of Prattville, Alabama passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at her home.

She was born July 4, 1925, in Alabama, daughter of the late M.B. Denham and the late Verna Denham.

Ms Betty was a long-time resident of Atlanta, Georgia and later moved back home to...

Sharron Diane Tubbs

Jan 30, 2024

Sharron Diane Tubbs, 66, of Clanton, Alabama passed away January 30, 2024, at her residence.

She was born December 1, 1957, in Alabama, daughter of the late Napoleon Ray, Jr. and the late Mildred (Peggy) Ray.

She was a Dialysis Technician. She was a loving mother, MeMe,...