Obituaries

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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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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)...

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...

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,...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...