Obituaries

James Parson

Mar 9, 2020

James Van Buren Parson of Pleasant Grove, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2020 at the age of 69. James was born on March 10, 1950 in Birmingham, Alabama to James and Jean Parson. He graduated from Jacksonville State University in 1973 with a double major in Business and Economics and went on to serve as a firefighter for...

Bernice Callans

Mar 8, 2020

Bernice Ann Callans, died March 8, 2020, at the age of 91. Bernice’s answer to most questions over the last few years was “I’m safe in the arms of Jesus”. Even homebound, Bernice watched daily Mass and Lawrence Welk on Saturday night singing and praying along. One of ten children Bernice returned to college obtaining her AD, RN Degree...

Rebecca Stanton

Mar 8, 2020

Rebecca Stanton of Helena, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2020, at the age of 70. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2020, at 2:00 PM at Jefferson Memorial Gardens, South, Hwy. 150 in Hoover, Alabama.

Dr. Sigurd Bryan

Mar 8, 2020

Sigurd Franklin Bryan passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at the age of 96. He was preceded in death by his parents, Errol D. and Mamie L. (Self) Bryan, and his older brother, Wayne D. Bryan. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sara (Pate) Bryan, his daughter, Catherine Lawrence (David), his sister, Lillian McDonald, his...

Grayson Eggleston

Mar 7, 2020

Grayson Anthony Eggleston was called home on March 7, 2020 at the age of 2 years old. He was an active and inquisitive child and always had a big smile on his face. He loved playing with his trucks and balls.  He loved music and singing with his grandma. Despite his short time on earth, he was deeply loved and...

John Baldwin

Mar 5, 2020

Baldwin, John R, 89, of Hoover, AL passed away peacefully on March 5, 2020 at his home, watched over by his son and daughter-in-law. He was born in Philadelphia, PA, where he was best known as “Jack” or “Jackie,” and attended John Bartram High School and St. Joseph’s University. He relocated to South Florida in 1969, and then to...

Rosalyn Marie Wyatt Wyatt

Mar 5, 2020

Rosalyn Marie Hester "Rosie" Wyatt, died Thursday, March 5, 2020 at the age of 83. She was born on September 2, 1936 to the late Edward Norris Hester and Ruby Moody Hester. She was preceded in death by a sister, Myra Warren and brother-in-law, Otis Stone. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Charles F. Wyatt; a...

Mary Nelda Atwood

Mar 4, 2020

Mary “Nelda” Atwood (née Pody) of Birmingham was born on Nov. 9, 1943, in a log cabin in Coosa County, Ala. She never lost her love of the Appalachian foothills where her hard-working family raised cotton and chickens. She was a proud graduate of Weogufka High School.

Eventually, Nelda married the love of her life, a Mississippi...

Dannie Carter Iii

Mar 4, 2020

Mr. Dannie Havard Carter III, 65, of Natchez, MS passed away on March 4, 2020. He was born in Natchez, MS on January 28, 1955. Dannie was a loving husband, father, a successful car salesman for 25 years, and enjoyed playing the piano, cooking food, and telling stories in his free time.

He is preceded in death...

Scott Estes

Mar 3, 2020

Mr. Scott Carter Estes, age 57, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2020. A resident of Helena, AL, he was a graduate of Shades Valley High School with advanced study in arts and graphic art.

He is survived by his son, Ian Lionel Estes; brother, Keith Morgan Estes (Margaret) of Cummings, GA; and father, William M. Estes of...

Olivia Terry

Mar 1, 2020

Olivia Terry, of Birmingham, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2020, at the age of 94.  She was preceded in death by her mother, Audrey Hardin; father, Kirby H. Hardin; and her husband, Collis S. Terry.

Olivia is survived by her son, Donald W. Terry (Vandi); daughter, Janice Welliver (Don); and grandchildren, Joshua E. Murphree and Amanda...

Jack Smith Sr.

Mar 1, 2020

Mr. Jack Marchand Smith Sr., 90, of Hoover, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020 surrounded by his family at home.

He is preceded in death by his son, Jack M. Smith Jr.; grandson, Chris Holt; parents, Clarence and Josephine Smith; brothers, C.E. Smith, Reid Smith, and Joe Smith.

He is survived by his loving wife...

Bobby Hale

Feb 28, 2020

Mr. Bobby Ray Hale, 74, of Hoover, AL passed away after a lengthy illness on February 28, 2020. Bobby was born on May 13, 1945. He grew up in Alabama and loved Alabama football. He loved to fix things and never saw a broken item or machine he could not fix. This led to his career in the HVAC...

Adle "Tiny" Kirkland

Feb 27, 2020

Adle “Tiny” Reach Kirkland, lifelong resident and beloved icon of Alabaster died peacefully at home surrounded by her family the morning of February 26, 2020.

Miss Tiny is survived by her beloved son Billy and his wife, Dawn; 3 adored grandchildren, Jennifer Howard (Marc), Brandon Kirkland and Will Davenport, 6 great grandchildren: Tyler Howard (Kiersten), Laci Howard,...

Edwin Nichols, Jr.

Feb 27, 2020

Edwin Peebles Nichols, Jr. of Birmingham, AL passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at the age of 95. Mr. Nichols was a manager for Bell South Corporation for 40 years. He was a member of The Club, Shriners, Lions Club and Concordia Dance Club. He served in the US Army during World War II. Edwin was preceded in...

David Johnson

Feb 24, 2020

Mr. David Michael Johnson, 64, of Hoover, AL passed away on February 24, 2020. David was an avid sports fan, especially Alabama football.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Stewart E. Johnson Sr and Catherine R. Cobb Johnson; and brother-in-law, Jimmy Grammer.

He is survived by his brothers, Stewart Johnson Jr. (Martha Jo)...

Tommie Johnson

Feb 22, 2020

Tommie T. Johnson age 94 of Birmingham, Alabama passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, February 22, 2020. Tommie was born on June 28, 1925. She attended Ensley High School and worked at US Steel, various insurance jobs, and as dental hygienist. She was a member of Hoover First United Methodist Church.

Tommie loved working in...

Margaret Lewis

Feb 19, 2020

Margaret Anne Walker Lewis of Hoover, Alabama, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at the age of 87. She was born in Birmingham, Alabama and was the oldest of five children. Margaret Anne was a beloved and dedicated member of Riverchase United Methodist Church, where she served in many ways but was most passionate...

Jacqueline Condon

Feb 19, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Jacqueline Doris (Adam) Condon. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Gary Moore

Feb 18, 2020

Gary Donald Moore, 88, of Birmingham, AL, born on November 20,1931, transitioned to heaven on February 18, 2020 in Birmingham, AL. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, March 8, at 4 pm in the Galleria Woods Community Room. The sons of Gary and Ella Moore will be officiating. Burial will occur on Monday 9 at 10:15 AM...