Obituaries

Jeffrey Burke

Jeffrey Burke

Apr 8, 2020

Jeffrey Scott Burke was born October 7, 1983 to Deborah Burke and Kenneth “Butch” Burke and was the only child. He accepted Christ into his life at an early age. Jeffrey lived in New York for awhile and later moved to Alabama. He lived a happy and joyous life. His heart was always open to anyone in need. One of...

Betty Hicks

Betty Hicks

Apr 7, 2020

Ms. Betty Jean (Stubbs) Hicks was born on May 25, 1938, in Selma, AL to the late Noah and Mary Stubbs.  She expressed faith and accepted Christ at an early age. She eventually joined New Pilgrim Baptist Church in Birmingham, AL under the leadership of the late Reverend Nelson H. Smith, who was also a native of Selma, AL.  She...

Deloris Holmes

Deloris Holmes

Apr 7, 2020

Sister Deloris Spidle Holmes, affectionately known as Doll, was the first of eight children born to the union, of the late Mr. Campha and the late Mrs. Classie Bell Moore Spidle on July 28, 1943 in McDowell, AL. Her parents re-located to Marengo County and then to Jefferson County in 1949. She confessed hope in Christ at an early age...

Carol Head

Carol Head

Apr 5, 2020

Carol Ruth Head, was born November 25, 1943 to the late Clara belcher Thompson and the late M.C. Mitchell in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.Carol loved the Lord; everyone who knew her had an encounter with the Lord and Savior that she knew and served. Carol loved helping those in need she wanted everyone to feel loved by her; she did not meet...

Louis Orr

Louis Orr

Mar 31, 2020

Louis Junior Orr was born September 17, 1947, to George and Francis C. Orr in Roosevelt City, Alabama. He attended Dunbar Elementary and J.S. Abrams High School, a member of the Class of 1967. After high school he attended Lawson State Community College.Louis confessed Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age. He was baptized at Triumph the...

John Williams

John Williams

Mar 26, 2020

John W. Williams, 63 was born September 2, 1956, to the late J. W. Williams and Maggie Martin in Bessemer, AL.John was affectionately known as “Mug Eye” and “Ricky”. He professed his life to Christ at an early age under the pastorate of Reverend J. D. King, First Baptist Church, Ninth Street, Bessemer, AL. He was educated in the Bessemer...

Bernetta Johnson-Whetstone

Bernetta Johnson-Whetstone

Mar 25, 2020

Bernetta “Faye” Johnson Whetstone was born on September 25, 1952 to Mr. and Mrs. Willie J. Johnson, Sr. Faye confessed hope in Christ at an early age and became a member of First Baptist Jonesboro Heights under the leadership of the late Rev. D. W. Williams where she sang in the choir. She later joined First Baptist Church, East Bessemer...

Carolyn Williams

Carolyn Williams

Mar 19, 2020

In Loving Memory of Carolyn S. Williams “Song Bird”October 8, 1949 – March 19, 2020The family has decided that due to the Coronavirus threat, a funeral has not been planned for Carolyn. While you are visiting the website, please be encouraged to sign the guest list and express your condolences. Expect an announcement from us in regards to a memorial...

Eloise Bell

Eloise Bell

Mar 18, 2020

I have fought the good fight, I have finished my race, I have kept the faith. Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me on that Day, and not me only but also to all who have loved His appearing. 2 Timothy 4: 7-8Eloise Bell was born on...

Keneisha Kendrick

Keneisha Kendrick

Mar 15, 2020

We are here to honor our beloved mother, daughter, sister and most of all our friend Keneisha Shanta Kendrick. At a young age she confessed hope in Christ Macedonia Baptist Church. During her walk here on Earth, she touched so many people from a young age until she transitioned. From her beaming smile to her witty remarks, she was never...

Macknolia Young

Macknolia Young

Mar 9, 2020

Macknolia Young Jr., was born November 15, 1948 in Fairfield, Alabama to the late Macknolia and Ramona Young Sr.At an early age he confessed Christ as his Savior and joined First Baptist Church Brighton in Brighton, Alabama. Macknolia graduated from Brighton High School in 1966 and attended the historically black liberal arts college, Knoxville College in 1967. Later he joined...

Carrie Rice

Carrie Rice

Mar 8, 2020

Carrie Mae Rice affectionately know as “ Mae Mae ” was born to the late Clinton Rice and Lois Burns in Mitchell, GA.  Her brother, Clinton, sister, Vivian, and son, Darrell preceded her in death.Ms. Rice was a product of the Fairfield City School System. She retired from The Lloyd Noland Foundation after more than 40 years of service.  Ms....

Nakia Cook

Nakia Cook

Mar 2, 2020

On Friday, May 2, 1975 at 6:30 A.M, Nakia Terrell Cook was born to her loving parents Joyce L. Hicks and William Cook, III. Nakia, affectionately known as “Kia”, attended A.G. Gaston and Wenonah High School. Kia was known as the “babysitter” of the family; she was always willing to lend a helping hand and a listening ear. Her favorite...

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