Obituaries

Jul 26, 2026

Bessie Nell Hendrix

December 28, 1934 – July 26, 2026

“A life measured not only by years, but by faith, family, and love.”

On December 28, 1934, God blessed Mack and Lula Mae Hendrix with twin daughters. The younger of the two was Bessie Nell Hendrix, affectionately known as “Nell.” From the very beginning, she shared a remarkable bond with her twin sister,...

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“I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race.

I have kept the faith.”

2 Timothy 4:7

Frances Rivers Pryor was an enigma to many, but loved by all who knew her. She began her journey through life on March 23, 1944 in Thomaston, Alabama. As a child, she grew up in Thomaston and attended the local schools. At the age...

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Austin Holifield, Jr. was born to the late Reverend Austin Holyfield, Sr. and Sarah Jane Gibbons Holyfield. He was the ninth of twelve children born to this union and grew up surrounded by a large and loving family. His siblings included eight brothers: Matthew Holyfield, William Holyfield, Calloway Holyfield, R.C. Holyfield, Samuel Holyfield, J.P. Holyfield, Jacob Holyfield, and Esau Holyfield;...

Jun 30, 2026

Ecclesiastes Chapter 3 states “There is an appointed time for everything . . . “

A time to be born . . .

Romeo and Doris Thomas’s youngest daughter was born in Leeds, Alabama on December 6, 1948.

A time to learn . . .

Patricia graduated from Leeds High School with the Class of 1967.

A time to love . . .

Patricia united in...

Jun 27, 2026

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The Celebration of Life service for Ms. Vallie Mae Townes will be available via livestream for those unable to attend in person. Your presence, whether in person or in spirit, is deeply appreciated by the family during this time of remembrance. To access the livestream please click Celebration of Life Ms. Vallie Mae Townes.

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In Loving Memory of Matthew Arvel McCarroll November 13, 2005 – June 16, 2026

Matthew Arvel McCarroll was born on November 13, 2005, in Birmingham, Alabama, at Brookwood Hospital, to Shelby Sanders-McCarroll and the late Manfred McCarroll. He entered the world alongside his beloved twin sister, Rhyan, beginning a bond that would remain unbreakable throughout his life.

On June 16, 2026, Matthew...

Jun 12, 2026

Mr. Wiley Charles Wattleton, Jr., 76, departed this earthly life on Friday, June 12, 2026 surrounded by his loving wife and children. He was born on November 15, 1949 in Birmingham, AL to the late Wiley Wattleton Sr. and Juanita Wattleton Campbell.

He was educated in the public schools of Birmingham, AL and attended Bishop College in Dallas, TX. He was...

Jun 7, 2026

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The Celebration of Life service for Ms. Kharin Williams will be available via livestream for those unable to attend in person. Your presence, whether in person or in spirit, is deeply appreciated by the family during this time of remembrance. To access the livestream please click Celebration of Life for Ms. Kharin Williams.

May 29, 2026

A Beautiful Life Well Lived

Brenda Joyce Fomby ("Honey") was born on July 18, 1946, to Stephen Watkins, Sr. and Dorothy Watkins. She was the second of five children. Preceding her in death were her beloved parents; her sister, Loretta Watkins; her brother, Kenneth Watkins; and her loving and devoted husband, George Fomby.

Brenda was baptized into the Church of Christ at...

May 28, 2026

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We celebrate the life of Yvette Finley who was born to the late John H. Finley, Sr., and Mary Ella Finley on August 17, 1958, in Westfield, Alabama.

Yvette was educated in the Jefferson County school system and graduated from Midfield High School in 1976. She later earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Alabama A&M University in...

May 27, 2026

Mr. J. T. Tate was born on November 29, 1940, in Starkville, Mississippi, to Joe and Mary Ann Tate. He was the fifth child out of eight siblings. He attended the Birmingham public school system, graduating from A. H. Parker High School. After graduating, he enlisted into the United States Army for four years. He later received an honorable discharged....