Obituaries

Richard Wayne Mizell, Jr, a cherished husband, son, father, grandfather, brother, nephew, and uncle passed away on March 13th, 2026 at the age of 57. He was born on June 9th 1968, in Murray, Kentucky. He loved his family, friends, and his work family. Richard was a hard worker. He enjoyed his time in Boy…

Jo Ann Lane Vaughn, age 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on September 23, 1932 to her parents, Frank Roland Lane and Evie Layune Seale Lane. To know Jo Ann was to feel the warmth of her joy, her quick wit, and a love…

Stephen Duane Fowler, 58, of Clanton, Alabama passed away on March 10, 2026.  He was surrounded by his wife, mother, two children, and other close family members. Born on November 17, 1967, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, he was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, grandfather, cousin, and uncle.  He touched the lives of many with his…

Brenda Sue Hyche Shryock, 72, of Jemison, Alabama, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Known to most simply as Sue or Mrs. Sue, she touched the lives of many with her kindness, warmth, and generosity. Brenda was born on July 8, 1953, in Bessemer, Alabama, to Leroy Adrian Hyche and Laura Evelyn Hyche Wingard. She…

Amanda Blair Shaw, 92, of Trussville, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on March 6, 2026, surrounded by family. Born on September 7, 1933, in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee, she was the daughter of John Frederick and Ora Kelly Blair. Amanda graduated from Florence State University (now the University of North Alabama) in1955, earning a degree in…

Benjamin (Benje) Evans, age 62 of Alabaster passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026. He is preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Madine Evans. He is survived by his daughters Amber (Ren) Moon and Jasmine Moon; 1 aunt – Jeanette Butler, countless cousins and many friends that are considered family. Benje was a…

Paula Ruth McCleney 6.15.1952 – 3.8.2026 The world laid to rest a special soul when Paula Ruth McCleney left this earth on Sunday March 8, 2026. Many said through the years that God broke the mold after He made her and it was the absolute truth. She was the kind of woman who loved big…

Kevin Tyrone Driver, of Shelby, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at the age of 55. Kevin was born in Frankfort, Germany to his parents, Kenneth and Hazel Driver on September 4, 1970 and then the family moved back to their home in Calera, Alabama. Kevin graduated from Calera High School where he…

Sunrise November 22, 1967 – Sunset March 3, 2026 Wayne was born to the late Mr. Charles Cofer and Ms. Betty Whatley. Later in life he was adopted by Mr. Jack Whatley. Mr. Cofer and Mr. Whatley both preceded Wayne in death. He is survived by his lovely and faithful wife, Mrs. Sharon Whatley and…

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,…