Obituaries

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 11, 2026

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,...

Jul 21, 2026

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Jul 16, 2026

“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...

Jul 12, 2026

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Jul 1, 2026

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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