Obituaries

On Wednesday, September 4, 2024, MAJ (Ret) Donald F. McDonnell, our dear father, passed away at the age of eighty-three in Calera, AL at home with his family. He began life far away in Bray, Co. Wicklow, Ireland in 1940, where he was deeply loved, and he skipped school whenever possible. In 1961, he joined…

William Clegg Kelley, known affectionately as Pops, passed away on September 5, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter. Born on June 18, 1950, to WL and Mae Kelley of Sterrett, Alabama, he was a proud 1968 graduate of Vincent High School and then became a devoted husband to Jill Kelley, with whom…

Dillon James Sullivan, age 31, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 4 2024. He is preceded in death by his brother, Shawn Sullivan; grandmother, Patricia Gruna; and grandfather, Stephen Bembenek.  Dillon is survived by his mother, Michelle Thomas; stepdad, John Thomas; father, Timothy Sullivan; stepbrother, Blake Thomas; stepsister, Holly Thomas; niece, Kinley Thomas; grandparents, Robet…

Bobby Ray Ellison, Beloved husband and father, passed away at the age of 76 on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, surrounded by his wife, children, and loved ones. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Sandra Ellison; son, Brian Ellison of Thorsby, AL; daughter, Cindy Grier (Jeff) of Maylene, AL; grandchildren, Matthew Lovelace…

Renee Lowe Kemp, born August 31, 1961 in Orlando FL, went to be with the Lord on August 24, 2024, leaving behind her husband Karl, of 36 years. She is survived by a daughter, Karima, of San Antonio TX.; a son, Cameron (Courtney) of Montevallo, AL; mother-in-law, LeGaria Kemp of Lilburn, GA; brother-in-law and sister-in-law,…

Ray Sisco, age 81, also known as “Loader Man”, gained his wings on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. He was born in Powderly, AL on October 21 ,1942 to his parents, William Kelly Sisco and Mary Hereford Sisco, both have preceded him in death. Ray grew up on a dairy farm in Powderly, Al, and moved…

February 28, 1948 – August 24, 2024  Gilbert (Gil) William Carpenter, a man who faced life with unwavering courage and a smile, passed away peacefully at home on August 24, 2024, after a brave 12-year battle with cancer. His love for his family was evident in every moment he lived. Born on February 28, 1948,…

Mary Ruth Finley Jensen of Hoover passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024, after a short illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, three sisters, and her husband, Harry E. “Bud” Jensen III. She is survived by her brother, Charles Finley (Mary) of Charleston, SC; two sons, Chuck Houston of Columbia,…

(1938-2024) Sarah Mac Northcutt Davenport, beloved mother, wife, and friend, passed away at the age of 86 on Friday, August 16th, 2024.  She is survived by her sons Steve (wife Jamie) and Bret (wife Paula) Davenport and her daughter Felicia (husband Brad) Miller.  She is survived by many grandchildren:  Tara Davenport, Heath (wife Andrea) Davenport,…

Carl Stephen Bryant, age 72, passed away in his home surrounded by loved ones on August 15, 2024. He was born in Saint Bethlehem, TN on February 10,1952. He married the love of his life, Charlotte Bryant in 1993. They settled in Shelby, Alabama in 1998 after raising their three children. Pappy, as he was…