Archive for February 2025

James Lee Pickett (Buster), age 74, of Montevallo, AL (Pea Ridge) passed away on Wednesday February 26, 2025, in the comfort of his own home. Buster was a beloved husband, devoted father and adoring grandfather. He was born on August 30, 1950, to his parents, James and Janice Pickett, both have preceded him in death.  Buster…

Beloved Wife, Mother, Nana, and Friend Brenda Johnson, a cherished wife, Mother, Nana, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025, at the age of 75 after a long and courageous fight with Parkinson’s disease. Born in Hamilton, Alabama, Brenda later moved to Mobile, where she met her high school sweetheart and future husband,…

Ricky D. Ellison, age 59, of Calera, Al passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on November 14, 1965, to his parents, Councel Dalton and Patricia Shelton Ellison, both have preceded him in death. Ricky is also preceded by his grandparents, Councel Elwood and Louise Ellison, and…

Lucy C. Poe McGiboney, age 81, passed away peacefully in Calera on Monday, February 24, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on February 8, 1944, to her parents, Johnnie and Nellie Poe, both preceded her in passing. She is also preceded by her siblings Durwood Poe, Betty Smith, Carl Poe and John…

Michael Greer Robinson, age 49, passed away on Friday, February 21,2025. He coached football, baseball, and softball at Thompson, Tuscaloosa Academy, and Kingwood. He enjoyed cooking and cheering for Alabama Football with a “Roll Tide Roll”. Michael had a great sense of humor and touched so many young athletes’ lives. Michael is preceded in death…

Herschel Edwin Guthrie “The Knife Man” “Cyclone”, age 84, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his own home on Thursday, February 20, 2025. He was born on September 20,1940, to his parents, Herbert and Bertie Guthrie, both of whom have preceded him in death. He is also preceded by his sister Annette Johnson. Herschel…

Spencer Doss, 38, of Calera, Alabama passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025, born on December 19, 1986, Spencer was a beloved son, brother, and friend. Spencer was known for his unwavering spirit and dedication to those he loved. He had a passion for horses and enjoyed tinkering around the house and fixing cars. He…

Donald Henry Boner, age 91, passed away in the comfort of his own home in Pelham, Al on Sunday, February 16, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on February 21, 1933, to his parents, Vernon and Mary Boner, both have preceded him in death. Donald is survived by his loving wife, Shirley…

Aaden Isaiah Thompson, age 15, went to be in the arms of Jesus on Friday February 14, 2025. Born on July 27, 2009, to his parents, Ginger and Richard Thompson. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Terry and Frances Hafer. Aaden is survived by his parents; birth mother, Amanda Thompson (John); brothers, Colby…

Phillip Jewel Wilcox Jr. “Lil Man” age 32, passed away at Shelby Baptist Hospital. He went to Calera High School and was an exceptionally knowledgeable automotive parts specialist. Phillip spent the majority of his career as an assistant manager of O’Reilly’s Auto Parts, but most recently found purpose and enjoyment as a service advisor for…