Obituaries
Shirley Ann Ford
Apr 22, 2026
Miss Shirley Ann Ford was born October 1, 1944 to the late Tom and Flora Belle Ramsey Ford, Jr. in Birmingham, Alabama. Shirley confessed Christ at an early age and was baptized at Sixth Baptist Church where she was a member until her passing.
Shirley grew up in the East Thomas community and attended Tuggle Elementary, A.H....
Regina Ann Williams Slaughter
Apr 22, 2026
Regina Ann Williams Slaughter, lovingly known for her gentle spirit and unwavering grace, was born on December 25, 1951, in Birmingham, Alabama, to the late Dorothy Mae Jemison and Columbus Williams. On April 22, 2026, after 74 years of a life richly lived and deeply cherished, she peacefully transitioned, leaving behind a legacy rooted in love, faith, and quiet...
Anita Ellis Harris
Apr 20, 2026
Anita Ellis Harris was the daughter of the late Randolph and Hattie Ellis. Â Anita was the fourth of nine children.
Anita was affectionally called "Nita, Tim, and Nita baby throughout her life.
Anita lived in Connecticut and New York, and Alabama where she received numerous accolades for creating effective and efficient bank programs. Anita met...
Mrs. Isabella M. Moore
Apr 9, 2026
Celebrating Loving Memories of our mom Isabella Marie Glass Moore`
Early Life and Faith Journey Isabella Marie Glass Moore was born on September 1, 1920, in Marengo County, Alabama, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Titus Glass. At the age of 11, she confessed Christ and began her lifelong journey of faith.
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Lubertie Wilson Ruffin
Apr 2, 2026
OBITUARY On March 10, 1933 in Columbiana, Ala. Lubertie Wilson Ruffin was born to the late William and Eva Wilson.
We celebrate her 93 years that the Lord allowed her to live on this earth.
She moved to Birmingham and married the late Earnest Ruffin. To this union 2 children were born, Arthur, Sr. (deceased)...
Catherine Moore Banks
Mar 30, 2026
Catherine Moore Banks was born on May 12, 1951, in Birmingham, Alabama, to the late Alfred and Fannie Moore. At an early age, she was baptized at Mt. Hebron Baptist Church (Acipco). In her youth, she sang in the Number Two Choir for several years.
Catherine was educated in the Birmingham City School System, attending Lewis Elementary...
Carl Hudson, Sr.
Mar 28, 2026
MR. CARL HUDSON, SR., was born on December 7, 1940, to the late James Hudson and Dora Jemison in Birmingham, Alabama. He was the fourth child and the third son of this union.
He was a man of Faith and accepted his commitment to Christ at a young age that extended throughout his life as a man...
Freddie Mack Williams
Mar 20, 2026
Freddie Mack Williams, born on May 16, 1933, in Birmingham, Alabama, to the late Eddie and Essie Mae Scott Williams, passed away recently.
He was a devoted member of Bethel Baptist Church, Pratt City.
Freddie was educated in the Jefferson County School System and was a graduate of Hooper City High School. Upon graduation, he...
Lois Ogletree
Mar 19, 2026
Mrs. Lois Ogletree, a beloved servant of God and pillar of her community, was born on September 07, 1924. She peacefully transitioned from this life on March 19, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, and love.
At an early age, Mrs. Ogletree confessed Christ as her Lord and Savior and united with Fourth Avenue Baptist...
Pasha Ishmael Khayyam
Mar 17, 2026
In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
Indeed, to Allah we belong and to Him we shall return. (Qur'an 2:156)
Pasha Ishmael Khayyam
Salat al-Janazah (Funeral Prayer) Saturday, March 21, 2026 1:30 PM
Hoover Crescent Islamic Center 2524 Hackberry Lane Hoover, Alabama 35226
Burial (Dafn)...
John Jones, Jr.
Mar 11, 2026
John Jones, Jr., was born to John Jones, Sr. and Rose Marie Jones on August 9, 1961, in Birmingham, Alabama. He confessed Christ at an early age and was a member of the Christian Valley Missionary Baptist Church. John was educated in the Birmingham School System. He attended John H. Phillips High School. In 1981 he graduated with an...
Cleophos Vann
Mar 7, 2026
Cleophos Vann, a native of Coaling, Alabama and a longtime resident of Birmingham, Alabama, peacefully transitioned on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from this earthly home to his heavenly home, surrounded by the grace of God's presence.
Cleophos Vann was born April 19, 1927, to Claude and Dicie Vann in Coaling, Alabama. He was the second oldest of...
Jerry Guy Mcclendon
Mar 5, 2026
Jerry Guy McClendon entered eternal rest March 5, 2026. Jerry was born September 28, 1957. In Birmingham, Alabama to Hessie Fields and Guy McClendon.
He was educated in the Birmingham School System and attended Parker High School. He professed his life to Christ under the leadership of Rev. I.S. Patterson Sr. when he joined First Baptist Church,...


