Obituaries

Brandon Martinez Martinez, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 He is preceded in death by his father, Abel Martinez Martinez. He is survived by his mother, Elena Martinez; brothers, Juan Manuel Martinez (Antonieta), Eduardo Martinez (Cecilia); sister, Mariela Martinez (Carlos Sandoval); uncles, Domingo Martinez, Mario Martinez, Tino Martinez; nephews, Noe Sundoval, Andrew Sundoval,…

Elizabeth Burk Belcher Boothe was born Aug. 2, 1931, in Ashby, Alabama. She went home to Heaven on March 1, 2026, in Pea Ridge,  Alabama. At that time, she heard Matthew 25:21, Well done, thou good and faithful servant. Enter Thou into the joy of the world. We rejoice for her. She was preceded in…

Clyde Emile Jones, age 81, passed away in the comfort of his own home on Saturday, February 28, 2026, after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He was born in Mississippi on December 30, 1944, to his parents, Clyde Earl Jones and Valrea Chadwick Jones, both have preceded him in passing. Clyde enjoyed playing tennis…

Roger “ Pooh Bear” Dale Polk, age 65, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his own home on Saturday, February 28, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He enjoyed raising deer, hunting and anything to do with being outdoors.  He loved helping his community any way he could. He is preceded in death by…

Elise Reneé Woods, of Calera, Al, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 40 on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in the comfort of her own home. She had a beautiful spirit and soul, was easy to talk to, and could make anyone smile. She had a unique personality that was contagious and loved reading and…

Martha Graham Wade passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday morning,  February 22, 2026, in the company of her husband and daughter. Martha was born on July 17, 1947, at West End Hospital (now Princeton) to the late Billy and Lois Graham. She grew up in Vestavia and was a member of the first…

Our beloved mother, Ruth Sheppard, peacefully passed away on February 24, 2026, at the age of 95.  She was born as one of eight children in White Cloud, Kansas in 1930.  Ruth enjoyed a full life including traveling, cooking, reading and spending time with loved ones.  Her home was often filled with the aromas of…

Jeannine Girard Boggs, age 84, of Birmingham Alabama died on Saturday, February 21st, 2026.  She was born in Savannah, Georgia on December 7th, 1941, and attended Savannah schools.  She graduated from Armstrong Junior College in Savannah. On November 25th, 1961, she married Robert “Bobby” E. Boggs, Sr. and they both moved from Savannah to work…

Janette B. Allen, 89, passed away on the evening of February 17, 2026. Janette was born in Dogwood, AL on February 18, 1936 to Cecil and Flora (Goggins) Boothe. She married her lifelong love, MSGT Lloyd T. Allen, on March 5, 1953. They shared 60 years together and had 2 daughters, Beverly Ann born in…

Dr. William Gerald “Jerry” Moore, age 79, of Marion, Alabama passed away on February 17, 2026, in Gainesville, GA. Born on July 24,1946 in Marion Jerry was the son of Aubrey & Eloise Moore. Throughout his life, he was known for his quick wit, his determined spirit, his ability to innovate and his raw intelligence.…