Archive for December 2025

Annette Bell Feltman, age 87, passed away in the comfort of her own home on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She was a licensed RN and lovingly took care of many patients and their families throughout her career. She also faithfully served as a minister’s wife spending many hours caring for…

Lorelai Maxine Ownbey was born on Friday, December 12th at 9am. She passed peacefully in the arms of her parents, Daniel and Elisabeth, on December 14th at 8:15pm.  Daniel and Elisabeth loved Lorelai from the moment they knew of her and cherished every moment they had with her. Although Lorelai’s life was a brief gift, the…

Ralph Cofer, age 76, passed away in the comfort of his own home on Monday, December 15, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on July 19,1949 to his parents, Doyle “Duck” Cofer and Pearl E. Cofer, both have preceded him in passing. Ralph was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy and served…

Emily Jane Hill, age 43, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. She was born to her parents, Larry Vaun Hill and Carol Elizabeth Bailey on September 3, 1982. Services pending until further notice.

John Kenneth Lucas of Calera, AL, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 75, on Friday, December 12, 2025. He was born in Bessemer, AL on August 29, 1950, to his parents Hubert Leon Lucas and Louise Appleberry Lucas, both have preceded him in death. He is also preceded by his brother, Leon Lucas. John…

Jackie Horton, age 84, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 11, 2025. He was born on May 3, 1941, to his parents, James Clifford Horton and Elizabeth Horton, both have preceded him in death. He is also preceded in death by is loving wife, Betty Lou Horton; son, Trex Horton;…

Gary Clayton Lucas, age 74, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Gary enjoyed playing the guitar, banjo and mandolin. He also loved to garden. He is preceded in death by Thomas Pat Lucas, Jewel Marie Lucas, Thomas Clayton Lucas, and Darlene Smitherman. Gary is survived by his loving wife Beverly Ann Lucas; children, Billy…

James “Huey” Walker, age 95, passed away in the comfort of his own home on Saturday, December 6, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Huey and Betty were married for almost 72 years, was a longtime member of Wilton Baptist Church, and was a proud Navy Veteran. He is preceded in death by his parents,…

Mrs. Jane Templeton Cato, age 93, of Calera Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025.  A devoted wife and mother, she was beloved by all who knew her. She was born and reared in Little Rock, Arkansas, the daughter of Harry and Florence Templeton.   She was preceded in death by her husband, Carrol Fay…

Arthur Macon Morris, 85, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from a heart attack while hunting.  Born to Arthur Elmo Morris and Mildred Hawkins Morris of Halifax, NC.  Arthur graduated from Weldon High School, attended East Carolina University, and later earned his degree from N.C. State University. Arthur built a distinguished career as…