Archive for July 2024

July 5, 1945 – July 25, 2024 Don Jones, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend passed away on July 25, 2024, after a lengthy illness.  He leaves behind a legacy of love that will forever be cherished by his family and friends. Don was born to Bibb and Velma Jones. He was the loving husband…

May 25, 1949 – July 19, 2024 Sandra Dianne Barrett, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2024, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She leaves behind a legacy of love, creativity, and nurturing that will forever be cherished by her family and friends. Born to Joyce…

Mr. Darrell Wayne Bedgood, age 76, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Monday, July 29, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in the May and Smith Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends on Monday, July 29, 2024, from 1:00 p.m.…

Doris Estell, age 89, of Pelham passed away on Thursday, July 18th. She was the best mom and grandmother. She loved her family more than anything and served the Lord well. She is preceded in death by husband, Charles Estell; son, Gary Headley; daughter, Susan Headley; parents Curtis and Leona Martin; siblings Sandra Brown, Shelby Battle,…

David Ray Baird, Jr. age 40, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 16, 2024. He was born on September 27, 1983, in Alabaster, Al. Everyone loved and respected David, he had many friends and loyal customers. He was an avid gun collector and could answer any questions you had on guns or cars. David had…

Beverly was born on April 8, 1936, in Manchester, GA and passed from this life into eternal life on July 16, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene W. Klamer; her parents, Clyatt and Edna McLaughlin; her sister Barbara Holley and her stepson, Jerry Klamer. She is survived by her daughter, Cathy…

Mary Alice Holsomback, age 83, went to be with her savior surrounded by her loved ones on Monday, July 15, 2024, in Maylene, AL. Mary had a strong faith and love for the Lord. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Bobby Holsomback; son, Scott Holsomback; parents, Arthur and Ola Abernathy and several…

On Monday July 15th, 2024, Gracie Hamrick “MawMaw” ended her earthly journey surrounded by her family at her home. She was welcomed into heaven by her husband, Buddy Hamrick, her mother, Bertha Simmons, her father, Clarence Simmons, her grandson, Dakota and all of her brothers and sisters. Left behind to miss her every day is…

Deborah Rogers Ferguson was born on July 3, 1952, in Birmingham, AL and passed away peacefully at home on July 12, 2024 with her husband of 30 years by her side. She was an avid bowler and loved all her bowling friends, especially Johnnie Hillstead and Dr. Larry DeLucas. Deborah is preceded in death by…

Martha “Martie” Faye Gant Edwards, age 75, passed away July 11, 2024.  She is preceded in death by parents, Huey and Ader Hanley Gant. Martie is survived by her daughter, Rhea Edwards; sisters, Gwen Richardson, Hilda Moussallem; grandson, Tirion Lett; 3 nieces, 3 nephews and their spouses and children who she loved like her own.…