Obituaries

Feb 15, 2021

Jamil Aziz Far, of Birmingham, AL passed away on Monday February 15, 2021 with the love of his life by his side. He was known by his grandkids as "Sedo" and his close friends knew him as "Jimmy" or "Abu Aziz".  Jamil's passion was his family, his heritage and his favorite fury friend "Champ" who gave him unconditional love...

Feb 15, 2021

Jimmy L. Patterson (Jim/Pat) stepped into his Lord’s arms from his home on February 15, 2021 at the age of 87 after his long courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. He was born on September 15, 1933 to Marion A. and Jewel Florence Patterson and grew up in Odenville, AL.

Memories will be cherished by his devoted wife Willie...

Feb 13, 2021

Mrs. Bonnie Davis Montesano, 79, of Hoover, AL passed away on February 13, 2021. Bonnie was a wonderful, sweet, and kind mother and grandmother who worked hard her entire life. She raised children and then after her children became adults, Bonnie and her husband Michael moved to Las Vegas. Bonnie worked at Community Lutheran Church in Las Vegas as...

Feb 10, 2021

Flora May Zumbar Street passed peacefully on February 10, 2021 at her daughter, Lisa’s home in Birmingham, Alabama at the age of 96. She was preceded in death by her husband, Victor H. Street of 45 years. Parents: Louis Zumbar and Bula Shuster Zumbar. Brother; Eugene Zumbar and Nephew; Eugene “Genie” Zumbar.

She is survived by her...

Feb 10, 2021

Ruth Perry Burleson, of Birmingham, AL, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021, at the age of 84. She was a member of Birmingham First Church of the Nazarene, served on the church board, taught Sunday school, and served as treasurer for more than 45 years. Ruth worked for a number of employers over the years including GMAC Finance; secretary...

Feb 10, 2021

Minnie "Viola" Carroll of Columbiana, Alabama passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021. She was preceded in Death by Crawford Pope Carroll(husband) Parents: Dosson and Mattie Stubblefield, two brothers: Bloise Stubblefield, Charles Stubblefield, three sisters: Louise, Aline, and Mary Jo; Grandson: Randall Tillman and Granddaughter: Kellie Carroll.

She is survived by: Sons Arland (Jorene) Carroll of Guyton, GA. Royce Carroll of West...

Feb 9, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Donna (Thorn) Corley. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Feb 7, 2021

Wanda L. Hudson, age 83, of Hoover, Al went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at her residence. She was preceded in death by her husband, Grady Wayne Hudson.

She is survived by a son, Greg Hudson and daughter-in-law Louise Hudson; a grandchild; Leanna Hudson; sister; Melba Shaw; Numerous Nieces and Nephews.

Feb 2, 2021

Marlin was a wonderful husband, a loved father, step-father, grandfather and brother. He was a brother-in-law, uncle and friend. Marlin is survived by his wife of 46 years, Jewel Franklin, a daughter Marla Robey and a step-son Keith Cruce, along with several extended family members. Marlin retired from Pullman Standard as a Mechanical Engineer and then continued working at Guzzler Manufacturing,...

Feb 2, 2021

Frank William Miklic, III

September 10, 1932 – February 2, 2021

Frank Miklic, a devoted husband, father and grandfather, has joined his wife and son with their heavenly father. Frank fought through COPD for a large portion of his life, an incurable and destructive lung disease that finally took its toll on this otherwise healthy,...

Jan 30, 2021

Dr. Fernando Franco was a caring father, husband, grandfather, brother and friend. He went home to Jesus on January 30, 2021.

Fernando was born in Piura, Peru on November 21, 1944, the son of Parcemon and Victoria (Riofrio) Franco. He lived in Piura during his school years and made many long lasting friends, “Los Cachorros”, who were...

Jan 30, 2021

Mrs. Ila Ruth Yeager, 92, of Bessemer, AL passed away on January 30, 2021. She graduated from Minor High School in 1946 and Massey Business School. She worked several jobs and retired from Sears Credit Central. She was an active member of Canaan Baptist Church on Morgan Road in Bessemer, AL for 62 years. She worked in the nursery...

Jan 29, 2021

Michael T. Schley left this world on January 29, 2021, in his hometown of Birmingham, Alabama.  Michael was a kind soul who loved his family and cherished his friends. He never met a person he didn’t like, and he never had a bad word to say about anyone.  He will be deeply missed.

Michael is survived by...

Jan 28, 2021

Malcolm Champion, 91, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed from this life to his heavenly home on January 28, 2021. Malcolm Champion was born on December 19, 1929 in Besssemer, AL, to Usery Samuel Champion and Annie Matilda Champion.

Malcolm graduated from Hueytown High School in 1949. He worked as a Template Maker for Pullman Standard...

Jan 27, 2021

Mrs. Carrie C. Smith, 88, of Vestavia Hills, AL passed away on January 27, 2021.

Carrie is preceded in death by her six siblings and parents, Samuel O. Cox and Mary M. Cox.

She is survived by her loving husband, Clarence L. Smith and son, Roger W. Smith.

Jan 26, 2021

Margie Little Blackwood, age 88, of Birmingham died Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at Kirkwood by the River in Irondale, Al. She was preceded in death by her husbands, James L. Little and James Blackwood, her parents Paul and Gertie Deason, and a sister Bertha Burns.

She is survived by a daughter, Maria Lowery and a son, George...

Jan 26, 2021

Clara Spradlin Hegwood of Montevallo.  October 8, 1940- January 26, 2021, 80 years old.

Attended Spring Creek Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Montevallo.

Preceded in death by husband James (Pete) Hegwood.

Survived by son Michael (Tracy) Hegwood, daughter Kathy (Danny) Blackmon.   Grandsons Sky Hegwood, Chase Blackmon, Jacob (Savannah) Blackmon, great grandchildren Gracelynn and Brooks Blackmon. ...

Jan 25, 2021

Phyllis J. Bivins, age 84 of Pelham, AL passed away Monday, January 25, 2021, after a sudden illness. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jimmie L. Bivins, parents, Everett and Maude Broyles, and brothers Calvin and George Broyles. She is survived by daughter Dee Dee Given of Birmingham, AL, son Doug Bivins (Lin) of Chattanooga, TN, daughter...

Jan 24, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Pastor Alex Solito. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jan 23, 2021

Janice Brewster Griffin, 83, of Leeds, AL passed away on January 23, 2021. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Leeds AL. She retired after 35 years at Brookwood Baptist Health in Homewood AL. She had a real green thumb and could make the best biscuits. She is preceded in death by her husband Walter Griffin; parents...