Archive for July 2026

Gary Dean Smallwood, 62, of Pelham, Alabama, passed away on July 6, 2026. Born on September 17, 1963, in Atlanta, Georgia, Dean lived a life marked by creativity, dedication, and love for his family and passions. Dean pursued higher education at the University of Auburn, where he cultivated his talent for writing—a skill that would…

Beverlee Anne Doyle of Calera, AL passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at the age of 54, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on February 9, 1972, to her parents Gene and Caroline Cail, they have both preceded her in death. She is also preceded by her brother, Barry Cail. Beverlee is…

June 27, 1970 – July 19, 2026 Tammy Dailey Riley, 56, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at UAB St. Vincent in Birmingham, Alabama. Tammy’s greatest joy was her faith in Jesus Christ. She was a believer and a member of Randolph Baptist Church in…

William “Bill” L. Staggs, 82 of Calera, AL passed away on Wednesday July 15, 2026, at Brookwood, AL from March 1st; he fought a long battle of vocal cord cancer and other setbacks until he finally made his heavenly journey. He was married to Janet Craddock for 37 years. They lived in Oakdale, CT where…

Joe “Kelly” Kendrick, age 68, passed away in the comfort of his own home on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on January 5, 1958, to his parents, George Milton Kendrick and Alice Kelley Kendrick, who have preceded him in death. Kelly is also preceded by his grandson Miles Kendrick. Kelly is survived by…

Mary Faye Kirk, age 85, passed away in the comfort of her own home on Tuesday July 14, 2026. Mary is preceded in death by her son, Greg Kirk. She is survived by her loving husband, Donald R. Kirk; daughter, Lisa K. Smith; grandsons, Kirk Smith and Hunter Smith; great granddaughter, Lula Kate Caldwell; sister,…

Larry Eugene Lawley of Brierfield, AL went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at the age of 65. He was able to be in the comfort of his own home and surrounded by his loved ones. Larry was born on May 17, 1961 to his parents, Eugene and Betty Jean Lawley, they…

Westley Wayne Dandridge, age 70, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026. He was born on November 1955 in Montgomery, Alabama, to the late Westley M. Dandridge and Ollie M. Dandridge. Westley was a resilient man of few words who found joy in hunting and fishing throughout his life. In his later years, he developed…

1953-2026 Stephen Victor Ashe, 73, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026. Born in Baytown, Texas, Steve was a veteran of the US Navy who served during the Vietnam War. Steve began his career in radio promotions for several Birmingham-area stations, including WZZK-FM, before transitioning to a career in auto parts sales. Over…

  July 26, 1933 – July 5, 2026 Gene Scott, age 92, of Calera, Alabama, peacefully entered the presence of his Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 5, 2026, surrounded by his family. Those who knew Gene will remember him as a man of unwavering character, quiet wisdom, and steadfast faith. He believed that the…