Obituaries

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...

Dec 24, 2019

Dennis (Dan) L. Ireland went home to be with his Heavenly Father on December 24, 2019. Visitation will be held on December 30, 2019 from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. A service will be held at 1:00 p.m. with a graveside service immediately thereafter at Currie Jefferson Funeral Home at 2701 John Hawkins Parkway in Hoover, AL. Dr. Ireland...

Dec 22, 2019

Donaldson, Margaret DeLoach, age 83, of Hoover passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2019. She was born in Roanoke AL on January 8, 1936, the daughter of James Theo and Bertha Brumbeloe DeLoach. She was a 1954 graduate of Handley High in Roanoke and received a bachelor's degree in accounting from Auburn University in 1957, marrying Marlin Talmadge Donaldson...

Dec 22, 2019

Mr. Charles R. Bellsnyder III, 53, of Hoover, AL passed away on December 22, 2019.

Charlie was a loving and caring husband, father, son, and brother.

He is preceded in death by his father, Charles R. Bellsnyder Jr; and is survived by his loving wife of over 29 years, Deanna Cathey Bellsnyder; sons, Mason and...

Dec 20, 2019

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

Dec 20, 2019

Darden Deats Barton (D.D.) of Hoover, AL went to be with the Lord on December 20, 2019. D.D. was born in Tuscaloosa, AL and lived in Ralph, AL until 1962 when he married Judy Patton of Northport, AL. They were together for fifty-seven years, had three wonderful children, Jeff (Tara) Barton of Mobile, AL, Natalie Barton Joiner and Karla...

Dec 16, 2019

Jean S. Smith, of Vestavia, passed away December 16, 2019, at the age of 79.  She was born in Ariton, Alabama, on October 7, 1940. She was raised in Detroit, Michigan, and in Albany, Georgia. Jean attended Albany High School and Alabama Polytechnic Institute in Auburn, Alabama. Jean married her high school sweetheart, Dave Smith and they were married for 41...

Dec 16, 2019

Pat Handley of Clanton, AL passed away December 16, 2019 at 93 years of age. His parents William E. Handley, Sr. and Minnie M Handley preceded him in death.

Viewing will be at 11:00 Friday, January 3, 2020, at Currie-Jefferson Funeral Home with a graveside service to be held at 12:00 at Jefferson Memorial Gardens, South, in...