Obituaries

Nina Sue Caton

Jul 5, 2024

Nina Sue Caton, 74, of San Antonio, Texas passed away July 5, 2024. She was born December 1, 1949, in Chickasaw, AL, daughter of the late Jadie Emmail Ferguson and the late Lelia Earlene Middlebrooks Ferguson. She was a loving homemaker, seamstress and retail worker throughout her life. Surviving are her Son, Bobby W. Edmond and his...

Joanne Myrick Griffin

Jul 2, 2024

JoAnne Myrick Griffin, 63, of Fountain, Alabama passed away July 2, 2024, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

She was born June 13, 1961, in Tacoma, Washington, daughter of the late James Presley "Jim" Myrick and the late Bessie Montez Myrick.

She was formally employed with Alabama...

Lisa Marie Riley

Jul 2, 2024

Lisa Marie Riley, 48, of Clanton, Alabama passed away July 2, 2024, at her residence.

She was born December 15, 1975, in Alabama, daughter of Albert May and Virginia Tackett Brawdy.

She was a construction worker.

Surviving are her Husband, Roger Lee Blankenship,...

Marche Gayla Cotney

Jun 30, 2024

Marche Gayla Cotney, 75, of Lawley, Alabama passed away June 30, 2024, at Bibb County Medical Center.

She was born October 25, 1948, in Alabama, daughter of  the late Jody "JW" Smith and the late Sadie Smith.

She was a waitress.

Surviving are...

Ricky Wayne "Rick" Vines

Jun 28, 2024

Ricky Wayne "Rick" Vines, 69, of Thorsby, Alabama passed away June 28, 2024, at Hatley Health Care in Clanton, Alabama.

He was born March 6, 1955, in Alabama, son of the late Velmus and Lillie Mae Wood Vines.

He was a Construction Worker.

Surviving are his Wife,...

Jewell Nelia Headley

Jun 26, 2024

Jewell Nelia Headley, 99, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 26, 2024, at her residence in Clanton, AL.

She was born April 17, 1925, in Alabama, daughter of the late Cornelius Caton and the late Carrie Caton.

She was a Homemaker.

Surviving are...

Jordan Ryan Glenn

Jun 24, 2024

Jordan Ryan Glenn, 30, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 24, 2024.

He was born March 8, 1994, in Alabama, son of Bryan Glenn and Wendy Wright.

He was an Autobody mechanic and served as a Birmingham firefighter for five years.

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Michael Steven Crew

Jun 23, 2024

Michael Steven “Steve” Crew, of Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at the age of 74. Steve was born on August 11, 1949, in Clanton, Alabama, to the late Raybon and Ruth Crew. He is survived by his wife, Mary Exa Walker Crew; his children, Amy Michelle Crew and Scott Christopher Crew (Chrissy); his...

Marty O'Neal Liveoak

Jun 20, 2024

Marty O'Neal Liveoak, 61, of Clanton, Alabama passed away June 20, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his family.

He was born April 25, 1963, in Alabama, son of  Winston Liveoak and the late Barbara Smitherman Liveoak.

He was a Brick Mason.

Surviving...

Ida Henderson Stewart

Jun 19, 2024

Celebration of Life

Ida B. Stewart, 87, a beacon of love and wisdom, transitioned from this life into Eternal Life with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ peacefully at home on June 19, 2024, in Clanton, Alabama surrounded by family and loved ones.

Ida was born in Comer, Alabama to Eula Davis Ingram and Allen...

Jerry Paul Groom

Jun 19, 2024

Jerry Paul Groom, 73, of Maplesville, Alabama passed away June 19, 2024, at his Residence surrounded by his loving family.

He was born February 15, 1951, in Alabama, son of the late Ralph Livsey and the late Flora Livsey.

He retired from the State of Alabama Department...

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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