Obituaries

Jan 25, 2020

Douglas Vincin Mears, 75, of Pelham, AL, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 25, 2020. Doug was a truck driver for over 35 years moving families all across the U.S. He was a faithful member of the Riverchase Church of Christ.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 30 years, Pam; his loving...

Jan 18, 2020

Joanna Catherine Knauf Barnett, 87, of Hoover, Alabama, went to be with her Lord on January 17, 2020.

She was a loving wife, mother to three children, and a friend to anyone she met. She loved talking with people and had a special love for children and animals.

She was born in Chicago, Illinois in...

Jan 15, 2020

On Wednesday, January 15, 2020, Donald Earl Frederick, dedicated husband and father of 3 children passed away at the age of 89.

Don was born on October 10, 1930. He attended the University of Cincinnati in the Engineering Program and went on to join the Armed Forces. In his career, he was a Production Manager in the...

Jan 15, 2020

Mr. John E. Walker passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at his home in Mt. Olive at the age of 74 years old. A military service with honors will be held at Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at 2:00 PM.

Jan 15, 2020

Peggy Sansing Tucker, 81, of Hoover, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2020.  Born on June 11, 1938, in Woodstock, Alabama, to Robert Edward and Mary Adele Sansing, she was the second oldest of six children. She graduated from West Blocton High School as valedictorian of her class and took classes at UAB and Alverson-Draughon College. She worked for...

Jan 15, 2020

George Richard Roberson, 72, of Birmingham, AL passed away on January 15, 2020. George attended Hueytown High School, served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, and was a member of Woodward Country club, where he enjoyed playing golf with his friends and family for many years.

He is preceded in death by his parents, George...

Jan 14, 2020

Paul E. Nunnally Sr., 88, passed away January 14, 2020 peacefully at home with family. Born July 5, 1931, a loving father and long term resident of Pelham, served the Lord as deacon at the 1st Baptist Church of Pelham. His career spanned 49 years at Hayes/Pemco Aviation. He is survived by his wife of 70 years Alice, son...

Jan 13, 2020

Richard “Dick” Keith Blaising, was born in Cleveland, OH, raised in Charleston SC and was an avid race car enthusiast. He worked with his father in the roofing business and later the Insurance business. Dick married his bride, Betty Jane Furtick in 1952. One of Dick and Betty’s favorite pastime was spent dancing on the shores of Folly beach....

Jan 13, 2020

Arlice Oneal Stanford born Sept. 14, 1930 passed away Jan. 13, 2020.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Mary Grace Stanford; son, David Oneal Stanford; granddaughter, Summer Dawn Stanford; grandson, Rodney Lane Lyford; and beloved brother and best friend, Calvin “Mack” Stanford.

He is survived by his sister, Iva Sue Smith; his...

Jan 11, 2020

Mr. Fred Vonell Sanders, 86, of Birmingham, AL born on March 1, 1933, passed away on January 11, 2020. Fred was dedicated to his family, church, and community. He graduated from Childersburg High School in 1951. He graduated from Auburn University in 1954. He was married to Barbara Nell Owings for sixty-two years. They moved to Seattle, Washington in...

Jan 5, 2020

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

Jan 3, 2020

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

Jan 3, 2020

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

Jan 2, 2020

Lura Elizabeth Barnett, affectionately known to most as Memama, age 99, of Birmingham, AL passed away on January 2, 2020. Mrs. Barnett was born in Vincent, AL to Joe Curtis Crawford and Viola White Crawford on August 24, 1920. She was one of the original “Rosie the Riveters” during World War 2 and also worked as a seamstress for...

Dec 30, 2019

Terriel Wade Walker of Hoover, Alabama passed away on December 30, 2019. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Sue Walker; two daughters, Heather Walker Barnard (Kyle) and Marla Sheree Jacobs; a grandson, Joshua Wade Jacobs; two sisters, Paula Herring and Rhonda Harris (Darrell); nephews Rand Harris and Jordan Herring; and a niece Jenna Herring.

He graduated...

Dec 29, 2019

“A joyful heart is good medicine.”  Proverbs 17:22 ESV

Juanita Wampler Stemple (known as Nita) died peacefully the morning of Sunday, December 29, 2019.  Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel at Briarwood Presbyterian Church.

Nita was preceded in...

Dec 28, 2019

Gordon Crawford Jones died peacefully on December 28, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlsie and Edwin Jones, his brother Rayford Jones and his sisters, Mary Turner and Ginny Giles. He is survived by his wife of 70 years Gloria Jones, son Doug Jones (Louise), daughter Terrie Savage (Scott), granddaughter Courtney...

Dec 27, 2019

Phillip Zachary Currie, of Trussville, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2019 at the age of 37. He was a 2000 graduate of Jacksonville High School and had been an employee of Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home in Hoover.

Zach was a very talented singer and musician and was a former worship leader at the Center of Hope in...

Dec 27, 2019

Stephen is predeceased by his father, Norse Luker, as well as his beloved sister-in-law, Carol Lazar Luker and cousin, Susan Baggett Warr.  He is survived by his mother, Martha Luker Hales; his former wife, Ruth Anne Glausier Luker; daughter, Leigh Ellen Luker Stephens (husband, Joe); son, Taylor Stinson (wife, Kristi and granddaughter, CeCe); daughter, Mallory Scruggs  (husband, Brett); stepfather,...

Dec 24, 2019

Tom Williamson, of Chilton Co., passed away on Tuesday, December 24, 2019, at the age of 94. He was a veteran of the US Navy and served during World War II. Tom is preceded in death by his wife, Betty Williamson; and 7 brothers and sisters. He is survived by 1 sister, Lona Porter; and many nieces, nephews and...