Obituaries

Apr 3, 2025

Andre Lamar Jackson was born on May 25, 1992, in Birmingham, Alabama, to the late LaKeisha Jackson Spencer and Andre Crittenden. He is preceded in death by his mother, LaKeisha Spencer; his father, Andre Crittenden; his stepfather, Willie Spencer; and his grandmother, Elizabeth Jackson.

Andre confessed his faith in Christ at an early age and united with...

Mar 28, 2025

Lela was born in Boykin, Alabama to the late Minnefield Mooney, Sr. and Lottie Mooney.

Lela attended Boykin High School, soon after high school she relocated to Brooklyn, New York and her final move was to Birmingham, Alabama. She worked at Lower Merion Vocational Training Center. Lela's caring and nurturing spirit was most evident in her love...

Mar 27, 2025

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Mar 25, 2025

Shaquille was born on August 12, 1993, in Chicago, Illinois to LaTanya Staples and Edmen Griffin. He was the first grandchild born, so his entrance into the world was eagerly awaited. Shaquille was never one to wait around for anything to be handed to him. He always wanted be in the entertainment business. So, when he finished school he...

Mar 22, 2025

Bobby Hogan was born May 23, 1949, in Birmingham, Alabama to the late Rev. Lindsey and Lena Mae Hogan. He attended Carver High School, Hooper City School and graduated from New Castle High School. He received a degree from Booker T. Washington Business College.

He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, Lindsey, Doris Jean, Linda...

Mar 18, 2025

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Mar 18, 2025

Julius H. Toodle, also known as "Jay' and "Touche" was born in Selma, Alabama, to parents Alice Toodle, and Finis Harris, step-father Thomas Toodle. He graduated from A.H. Parker High School, attended Lawson Community College, received an associate's degree and graduated with a bachelor's in liberal arts. He served in the U.S. Navy and received the National Defense Service...

Mar 13, 2025

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Mar 11, 2025

Mrs. Sara Eleanor Outlin Taylor, a native of Birmingham, Alabama and resident of Selma, Alabama, was the second child of six children, all daughters to John and Lena Outlin.

She was a graduate of Rosedale High School in Birmingham, Alabama and received the Bachelor of Science Degree from Miles College. She was a valued longtime educator for...

Mar 11, 2025

Master Kylo Nehemiah Prince Hawkins was born on July 1, 2023, and passed away on March 11, 2025. Though his time with us was brief, he brought immense joy and love to those who knew him.

Kylo is lovingly remembered by his mother, Taitiana Johnson, and his father, Kendarious Hawkins. He was cherished by his grandparents, Paul...

Mar 6, 2025

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Mar 1, 2025

Charleene Ellington Bell was born in Brooklyn, New York, on May 21, 1949, the second child of six children born to the late Theodore Edward Bell and Annie Lee Bell. Growing up, despite being small in stature, Charleene had the strength of a boy. She enjoyed playing various sports, including handball, stickball, and baseball. Unique and free-spirited, she had...

Feb 28, 2025

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Feb 28, 2025

Rev. Calvin Earl Kindall, Sr. was bom on May 16, 1950, in Fairfield, Alabama to Wilma Lee Kindall and the late Rev. James Edward Kindall, Sr. He accepted Christ at an early age under the leadership of Rev. R. E. Avery at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Englewood. He later joined True Light Missionary Baptist Church and served as an...

Feb 27, 2025

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Feb 26, 2025

Annie Ruth Hooper was born on October 8, 1926, and lived a life of faith and devotion. She accepted Christ at an early age and remained a dedicated member of Oak Street Baptist Church throughout her life.

On February 26, 2025, Annie peacefully passed away in Birmingham, Alabama, at Fair Haven Nursing Home. She was preceded in...

Feb 23, 2025

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Feb 22, 2025

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Feb 21, 2025

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Feb 19, 2025

Obituary of Mrs. EllaRea Rutledge Reynolds

A Time to be Born

Mrs. EllaRea Rutledge Reynolds was born on February 16, 1932 in Birmingham, Al. to the parentage of the late Mr. Willie Sr. and Mrs. Annie Bell Kyle Rutledge. She was the third of twelve children born to the union of her parents. Early on,...