Obituaries
Mrs. Juanita Taylor Brooks
Sep 23, 2025
Mrs. Juanita Taylor Brooks, affectionately known as Grandma Brooks, Mother Brooks, and Auntie, began her legacy when she was born to the proud parents, Mr. Thomas and Janie Myricks Taylor, on July 25, 1928, in Ramer, Alabama.
Mrs. Brooks attended public school in Ramer before matriculating at Southern Normal in Brewton, Alabama. She is a graduate of...
Cathenia Spencer Guider
Sep 23, 2025
On September 23, 2025, the world lost a remarkable woman as Cathenia Spencer Guider passed peacefully on her 97th birthday. Born on September 23, 1928, in Eutaw Alabama, she was the 4 th child of Reverend Curley James Rev. Curley James Spencer (August 11, 1898 – October 16, 1981) from Green County, Alabama. Rev. Spencer attended the Gammon Theological...
Terina Faye Samuels
Sep 21, 2025
Obituary
Terina Faye Samuels was born June 14, 1952, in Birmingham, Al, to the late Sam and Mary Samuels. She confessed Christ at an early age and became a member of First Missionary Baptist Church, Pratt City. She later became a member of First Baptist Church Fairfield.
She graduated from Western Olin High School and...
Sis. Gwendolyn Gooden Nichols
Sep 18, 2025
Sister Gwendolyn Gooden Nichols passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 18, 2025, after recently celebrating her 83rd birthday with visits from a host of family and friends. Born on September 13, 1942, to the late Annie Bell Hunter and Louis Gooden in Birmingham, Alabama, Gwen was a graduate of Parker High School and a pillar of the Collegeville community....
Tinnie Lee Ellsberry Scovil
Sep 16, 2025
Ms. Tinnie Lee Ellsberry Scovil, fondly called "Tiny Lee" by family and friends, was born on September 23, 1937, to Mrs. Eukala Ellsberry and Mack Kenneth Ellsberry. Tinnie was the last born of nine children and the sole survivor of her siblings.
Tinnie married Haywood Scovil in December of 1954, and to this union, three children were...
Patricia Weaver Byrd
Sep 13, 2025
Patricia, affectionately known as Pat, was born in Scuba MS in 1944 to Thomas & Ella Weaver. She was their first born. She was joined by Thomas Jr and Orlando. As the oldest grandchild of Robert Sr. & Willie Lee Weaver, she was often at the family home in Ellsbury Park with her grandmother & aunts which wasn't far...
Mrs. Irma Childress
Sep 4, 2025
Irma was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and breast cancer survivor. Our beloved mother departed this earthly realm on September 4, 2025, at the age of 97. Her devotion to family was evident in her daily actions, whether it was cooking delicious meals in her kitchen or imparting wisdom to her children and...
Clarence English
Sep 2, 2025
On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, our beloved Mr. Clarence English passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on December 13, 1939, in Birmingham, Alabama, Clarence was the cherished son of Mr. Vann English Sr. and Mrs. Gurtha English, both of whom preceded him in death. He was one of eleven siblings, and was...
Darcy Olaf Waddy
Aug 22, 2025
Darcy Olaf Waddy, a beloved Father, Son, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, and Friend, was born on August 10, 1960, in Ensley, Alabama to Mr. Curtis Edward Waddy, Sr. and the late Nancy Mae Waddy. On August 22, 2025, he entered into eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
He was a proud graduate...
Mother Ora Mae Everson
Aug 21, 2025
Obituary
Ora Mae Everson was born May 20, 1938 to Mr. & Mrs. Benjamin and Mary Dowdell of Saginaw, AL.
She confessed her life to Christ at an early age. She was educated in the Birmingham City School System, receiving her diploma from A.H. Parker High School. After graduating, Ora ventured into the workforce; where...
Milton Eugene Hatten
Aug 17, 2025
Milton Eugene Hatten was born on September 29, 1972, in Birmingham, Alabama, to Lettie J. Hatten and the late Milton Woods, Jr. Milton confessed Christ at an early age and joined New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of Rev. William Perry, Jr. He remained a member under the leadership of Rev. Marcus A. Lewis until his death....
Willie L. Watters
Aug 13, 2025
Obituary
Willie Lee Watters was born to Willie Mae Watters and the late Richard Watters, Sr., in Harpersville, Alabama.
Willie joined Evergreen Baptist Church at an early age. He was a devoted Sunday School teacher and a deacon. Willie was a strong believer in God, and after losing his father at an early age, often...
William Earl Jones
Aug 13, 2025
A Life Well Loved
A father's hands, so strong, so kind, A guiding light, a steady mind. A grandfather's love, both warm and deep, A treasure of memories we'll always keep.
A brother true, with laughter to share, A heart so generous, a soul so rare. A faithful servant, humble and true, St. James will...
Calvin Jones
Aug 11, 2025
After a long and courageous battle with cancer, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Calvin Jones, transitioned to be with his Heavenly Father on August 11, 2025.
Calvin was born on October 5, 1944, in Georgia to Dosie Lee and John Jones. He later made his home in Jasper, Florida, where he was raised alongside his...
Louis Douglas Clements
Aug 1, 2025
Louis Douglas Clements, 71, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025. He was born on September 8, 1953, in Birmingham to the late Walter Clements and Loretta Clements.
Louis dedicated many years of hard work to Stockholm Valves, where he was employed as a plant worker. Known for his dedication, humility, and strong work...


