Obituaries

Sep 5, 2026

Sep 4, 2026

Obituary

Walter Samuel Perry was born in Birmingham, Alabama on January 26, 1941, to Martha E. Perry and James S. Perry. Walter was welcomed into the family by a big sister, Jimmie Gwendolyn Perry and big brother, William James Perry. A few years later a younger brother, George W. Perry, whom Walter loved dearly, joined the family.

Walter confessed Jesus Christ as...

Sep 4, 2026

Henry Clay Kress, Jr.



“To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven...”



Henry Clay Kress, Jr. born January 8, 1945, in Birmingham, Alabama, fought the good fight and finished the race on Friday, September 4, 2026. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Elmwood Cemetery.



Henry was the oldest...

Sep 3, 2026

Deborah L.Washington

I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress: My God, in Him I will trust.”

Psalm 91:2

Deborah L. Washington was born on April 1, 1953, to Booker T. and Ruth Washington. She departed this earthly life on September 3, 2026, at the age of 73.

Deborah was a longstanding and faithful member of Our Lady of...

Sep 1, 2026

Aug 31, 2026

OBITUARY

Mrs. Juanita Jones, a woman of extraordinary strength, wisdom, and unwavering faith, transitioned peacefully after a life lived boldly, fearlessly, and with profound purpose. She accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age and was a devoted member of Old Saint Paul Church in Lipscomb, Alabama, and later a committed member of Sixth Avenue Baptist Church,...

Aug 30, 2026

In God's Care.. 

Aug 25, 2026

OBITUARY

REMEMBERING MINISTER ANNIE COLEMAN

“Go, gather together all the Jews that are present in Shushan, and fast ye for me, and neither eat nor drink three days, night or day: I also and my maidens will fast likewise; and so, will I go in unto the king, which is not according to the law; and if I perish, I perish.”

Esther 4:16

Minister...

Aug 25, 2026

Her Story

The Lord is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; Of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27:1

Ms. Bettye Jean (Hill) Johnson was born on October 20, 1944, in West Blocton, Alabama; the tenth of eleven children blessed to the late Mr. John Wesley Hill, Sr. and the late...

Aug 23, 2026

In Loving Memory of

Gracie Mae McIntosh Guerry

December 19, 1932 – August 23, 2026

Gracie Mae McIntosh Guerry, a beloved educator, devoted wife, faithful Christian, and cherished family matriarch, peacefully departed this life on August 23, 2026, at the age of 93. Born on December 19, 1932, in Birmingham, Alabama, Gracie was the daughter of Aubrey Owen McIntosh Jr. and Ruby Galloway...

Aug 22, 2026

Aug 19, 2026

Creola Inez Gaston Lucas was born on January 11, 1940, in Birmingham, Alabama, to Arthur George Gaston, Jr. and Sallie Dean Robinson Gaston. She arrived at her heavenly home on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, following a brief illness, leaving her family heartbroken. Creola was the third of five children. As a child, Creola, affectionately known as “Cree, ” enjoyed roller...

Aug 15, 2026

Robert Thornton Rutledge was born July 26, 1963, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was raised in Birmingham, Alabama, by his parents, Nathaniel Rutledge, Sr., and Emma Walker Rutledge.

He graduated from John T. Herbert Phillips High School and studied at UAB.

He was baptized at Trinity CME in North Birmingham as an infant.

He sang in the Collegeville Children’s Choir under the direction of...

Aug 14, 2026

Mrs. Mary Jackson Watson was born March 7, 1927, in Birmingham, Alabama to Mr. Walter Jackson, Sr. and Mrs. Ella Moore Jackson. She was preceded in death by both parents, her sister, Celester Jackson, and her brother, Walter Jackson Jr. Mary met and married Bracie Watson, Sr., and they remained married until his death in 2005. Out of this union,...

Aug 10, 2026

Gwendolyn D Jordan, born on September 21, 1946, entered into eternal rest on August 10, 2026. Her passing marks the close of a well-lived life, filled with grace, resilience, and an abiding commitment to those she touched along her journey.

Gwendolyn was a woman known for her steady presence and quiet strength. She lived through decades of change, leaving a gentle...

Aug 4, 2026

Brian Keith Armstrong was born June 14, 1959, to the late Grover Armstrong and Brenda Molton-Axle. Brian K. Armstrong confessed Christ at an early age and was presently a member of Living Fellowship Baptist Church.

He attended Birmingham City Schools and graduated from Ensley High School in 1977. He attended UAB and Miles College.

He had a lengthy and successful employment history...

Jul 31, 2026

Life Reflections

In Loving Memory of

Charles Lake

April 3, 1944 – July 31, 2026

Charles Lake was born on April 3, 1944, in Birmingham, Alabama, to the late Andrew and Leola Lake. On Friday, July 31, 2026, he peacefully entered eternal rest in his beloved hometown of Birmingham at the age of 82.

Charles received his early education at Lane Elementary School and later...

Jul 29, 2026

Today we gather to celebrate the long, beautiful, remarkable life of our beloved matriarch, who blessed our lives with 99 years. 

Precilla Gardner Shuler was born on June 20, 1927, to the late Billy Mack and Georgia A. Gardner, in Lowndes County, Alabama. “Pre Baby” (as she was affectionately called by family and friends), lived through nearly a century of profound...

Jul 26, 2026

Curtis Warren Love passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 26, 2026. He was born on October 12, 1962, to the late Reverend Samuel Warren Love and Mrs. Bertha Riley. Curtis Love was preceded in death by his father, Reverend Samuel Warren Love, and his beloved brother, Donald Everett Cofield. He leaves to cherish his memory: mother, Mrs. Bertha...

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,...