Obituaries

Hailey Ann Montgomery

Jan 27, 2024

Hailey Ann Montgomery, 34, of Hope Hull, Alabama passed away January 27, 2024, at Jackson Hospital in Montgomery, Alabama.

She was born July 27, 1989, in Alabama, daughter of Steven Lenoir and April Williamson Johnson.

Her greatest joy was her girls. She had a passion for animals,...

Terry Ray Jones

Jan 26, 2024

Terry Ray Jones, 66, of Clanton, Alabama passed away Friday, January 26, 2024, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster, AL.

He was born August 5, 1957, in Pikeville, Kentucky.

Terry is survived by his Son, George Jones of Clanton, AL; Special Friend, Odie Jones of Clanton, AL; Sister, Wendy Brawdy...

Robert "Bobby" Easterling

Jan 24, 2024

Robert "Bobby"  Easterling, 87, of Clanton, Alabama passed away January 24, 2024, at Tallassee Health and Rehabilitation.

He was born May 31, 1936, in Alabama, son of the late Clarence Easterling and the late Mary "Polly" Easterling.

He was a member of the Clanton City Council for...

Shirley Farley Ousley

Jan 24, 2024

Shirley Ann Farley Ousley passed away on January 24th, 2024, at age 89. Shirley was born in Birmingham, Alabama and grew up in the Woodlawn / East Lake area. The only daughter of Claude Elton Farley and Era (Gray) Farley. By the age of twelve she had lost both parents in separate accidents and was...

Jimmy Elwin Griffin

Jan 20, 2024

Jimmy Elwin Griffin, 76, of Clanton, Alabama passed away January 20, 2024, at his residence.

He was born November 10, 1947, in Alabama, son of the late John Griffin and the late Elsie Griffin.

He was a Foreman for Alabama Power and Owner of J & A...

Darryl "D-Bone" Eugene Plier

Jan 20, 2024

Darryl "D-Bone" Eugene Plier, 64, of Thorsby, Alabama passed away January 20, 2024, at his residence.

He was born August 31, 1959, in Clanton, Alabama, son of the late Doil Eugene Plier and Shirley Howard.

He was a Retired Construction Superintendent and Licensed Pilot.  D-Bone loved fishing, hunting, working in his...

Charolette Evonne Palmer Kelley

Jan 17, 2024

Charolette Evonne Palmer Kelley, 73, of Verbena, Alabama, passed away January 17, 2024, at her residence.

She was born September 29, 1950, in Birmingham, Alabama, daughter of the late Horton Palmer and the late Clara Belle Cryer Palmer.

Charolette graduated from Fairfield High School, Troy University, and the University...

James Lee Littleton

Jan 16, 2024

James Lee Littleton, 43, of Thorsby, Alabama passed away January 16, 2024, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center, Alabaster, Alabama.

He was born December 2, 1980, in Alabama, son of Roger Littleton and Katie Littleton.

He was an IT Specialist.

Surviving are his Father,...

Geraldine Miller Logan Drinkwater

Jan 16, 2024

On January 16, 2024, Geraldine “Geri” Logan Drinkwater of Clanton passed away peacefully in her sleep.  She was born on January 18, 1939, in Clanton, Alabama. She was proceeded in death by first husband, William Perry “Buddy” Logan, Jr, her parents Thomas Jerrell Miller and Mozell Hilyer Miller and her brother Charles Miller.  She is survived by...

Tony Randall Edwards

Jan 15, 2024

Tony Randall Edwards, 53, of Clanton, Alabama went to his Heavenly home, surrounded by his family on January 15, 2024.

He and his loving wife of 35 years Veronica, built a beautiful life together with their two children, Trent and Lakeyn Edwards.

He was born October 9, 1970, in Alabama, son...

Marylou Mable Scott

Jan 15, 2024

Marylou Mable Scott, 89, of Clanton, Alabama passed away January 15, 2024, at home with her family.

She was born April 24, 1934, in Alabama.

Surviving are her Daughter, Crystal Connell, Grandkids, Daphnie Connell (James Henderson), Brittany Connell (Jeff), Christina & Damon Bradford, Billy Wayne Connell Jr....

James Lee Easterling

Jan 15, 2024

Jamie Easterling, 23 of Clanton, Alabama went to his heavenly home on January 15, 2024. He was born on November 13, 2000 in Shelby County Hospital.

He was the son of Cindy Jones (Chris Roper) and Lee Easterling (Mindy); Sisters; Brittany Grier of Clanton AL, Naomi Fast (Ron) of Ohio, Lydia Hochstein (Nick) of South...

Donald Franklin Smith, Sr.

Jan 14, 2024

Donald Franklin Smith, 78, of Jemison, Alabama passed away January 14, 2024, at Residence in Jemison, AL.

He was born July 1, 1945, in Alabama, son of John Smith and Mary Smith.

He was a Logger.

Surviving are his Son, Donald F. (Frankie) Smith, Daughter, Donna Childress,...

William Alan Neussl

Jan 12, 2024

William Alan Neussl, 75, of Clanton, Alabama passed away January 12, 2024, at Princeton Baptist Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama.

He was born April 29, 1948, in Santa Rosa, California.  He is the son of the late Alfred Neussl and the late Beverly Collison Neussl of Healdsburg, California.

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Cayden "Caydee" Grace Miller

Jan 10, 2024

Cayden "Caydee" Grace  Miller, 21, of Clanton, Alabama passed away January 10, 2024, in Troy, AL.

She was born January 25, 2002, in Alabama, daughter of Chris Miller and Claudia Miller.

She was a Student at Troy University.

Surviving are her Father, Chris...

Jimmie Wayne Mims

Jan 9, 2024

Jimmie Wayne Mims, 79, of Clanton, Alabama passed away January 9, 2024, at Hatley Health Care in Clanton, Alabama.

He was born February 9, 1944, in Alabama, son of Jimmy Austin Mims and Ruby Lois Mims.

He was a General Laborer.

Surviving are...

Emma Jean Sanders

Jan 9, 2024

Emma Jean Sanders, 81, of Oneonta, Alabama passed away January 9, 2024, at St. Vincent's East in Birmingham, AL.

She was born December 1, 1942, in Alabama, daughter of the late Grover Vance and the late Velnor Vance.

Surviving are her Daughter, Tracy (Jonathan) Isabell; Son, Tommy...

Cristal Sueann Burnett

Jan 4, 2024

Cristal Pugh "SuSu" Burnett, 44, of Gallion, Alabama passed away January 4, 2024, at a local hospital in Meridian, MS.

She was born February 12, 1979, in Thomasville, Alabama, daughter of Daniel Pugh and Glenda Pugh.

She was a Teller with Regions Bank. A loving wife and mother, her children were...

Emily Cassie Tew

Jan 2, 2024

Emily Cassie Tew, 47, of Notasulga, died Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Two memorial services will be held. The first will be Saturday, January 6, 2024, at 2:00 pm at Notasulga First Baptist Church with Andy Chamness officiating. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm. The church will have a meal for the family after the service. The second will be...

Rickey Bice

Dec 31, 2023

Rickey  Bice, 70, of Verbena, Alabama passed away December 31, 2023, at Residence in Verbena, AL.

He was born June 29, 1953, in Alabama, son of the late Carlis Bice and the late Syble Bice.

He was a Heavy Equipment Operator/Coal Miner.

Surviving...