Obituaries
Gregory Woods
Oct 31, 2012
O n August 5, 1960, Gregory DeWayne Woods was born to Thomasina LaVita in Brentwood, New York. Gregory accepted Christ after which he became a member of Morning Star A.M.E. Church. He later joined Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. Reverend Gregory Woods was licensed by Reverend Jerome Wilks at Saint Paul Baptist Church, Demopolis, Alabama; on March 30, 1986 and was...
Triola Crawford
Oct 19, 2012
Mrs. Triola Michelle Ellis-Crawford (affectionately known as "Tree"), was born on July 10, 1967 to the late Mr. Willie James Ellis, Sr., and the former Patricia A. Ellis in Birmingham, Alabama. But on April 26, 1974, God brought another father into her life that loved, nurtured, and led her into a relationship with her Heavenly Father. She confessed Christ at...
Roderick Cannon
Oct 3, 2012
Roderick "Rod" Goudy Cannon was born September 26, 1965, in Birmingham, Alabama to the late Tom A. Cannon and Willie P. Cannon. Roderick attended Our Lady of Fatima from grades one through eight. He also served as an altar boy while attending Our Lady of Fatima. His high school years were spent at Wenonah High School where he played football...
Murray Johnson
Sep 22, 2012
Mr. Murray H. Johnson, Sr. was born to Mr. Marion "Ace" Johnson, Sr. and Mrs. Ileen M. Johnson in Brighton, Alabama and both preceded him in death. Mr. Johnson graduated from Fairfield Industrial High School at the age of 16 and joined the U.S. Army, from which he retired after many years of service. He was also employed until his...
Simeon Gilmore
Sep 19, 2012
Simeon T. Gilmore, the son of Forrest Gilmore and Michelle R. Luckey, was born December 30, 1992 in Tampa, Florida. Both of his parents preceded him in death. Simeon was the youngest of seven children, cherished and loved by his siblings. He left a positive impression on all he met and was considered a gentle giant.
Rosie Hoskin
Sep 4, 2012
Sister Rosie Lee Hoskins was born May 3, 1920 to the late Tommie & Hattie Rhone in Uniontown, Alabama. She confessed hope in Christ at a very early age and joined Oak Grove Baptist Church, Uniontown, Alabama. She later moved to Bessemer, AL and joined St. Peter Primitive Baptist Church under the pastorage of Rev. W.A. Clark. She remained a...
Marcus Gamble-Bell
Aug 11, 2012
Marcus Cadera Bell was born on January 20, 1983 to James and Cassandra Bell in Birmingham, Alabama. He confessed Christ as a young age where he became an active member at Caanan Baptist Church. Marcus graduated from Ensley High School and pursued his education at ITT Technical College where he majored in Criminal Justice. Marcus Bell was known to his...
Juaquita Houston
Aug 6, 2012
A Time to be Born On July 27, 1964, Juaquita was born to James E. Houston and Juanita Johnson Houston in Birmingham, Alabama. A Time to Flourish She accepted Christ at an early age at New Jerusalem M.B. Church under the leadership of the late Rev. Wilson Fallin Sr. Serving with the Youth Department, Sunday School, and the Youth Choir....
John Shepard
Jul 25, 2012
Mr. John Douglas Shepard was born March 23, 1922 in Browns Station, Alabama (Perry County) to Leola Tyler and Jimmie Shepard. He was known as (Mr. Shepard or "Pop") in the Pipe Shop community, where he lived for over eight decades. He confessed a love for Christ at a tent revival and was baptized at the 16th street AOH Church...
Jawanna Ward
Jul 24, 2012
Jawanna Faye Kennedy Ward was born on June 24, 1957, in Birmingham, Alabama to Gladys Kennedy and the late Eugene Kennedy, Sr. She confessed Christ at an early age, and was baptized at First Baptist Church Roosevelt City. Jawanna was a product of the Birmingham City School System having graduated from Wenonah High School in 1975. She went on to...
George Steelman
Jul 15, 2012
George Steelman, born May 21, 1929, peacefully transitioned this earthly life on July 15, 2012. He is survived by: daughters, Judy (Doug) Cobb of Decatur, Betty (Wade) Kelley of Athens, Peggy (Jim) Dugger of Faulkville, Hazel (Jack) Barnes of Athens, Nancy Blankenship of Athens, June Steelman of Athens; sons, Larry Steelman of Athens, Jerry (Joan) Steelman of Athens, and Terry...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
SUPPORT AFTER A LOSS
Circle of Friends+ provides you with resources on grief support and settling affairs, sent to you via text and email.
SUPPORT AFTER A LOSS
Circle of Friends+ provides you with resources on grief support and settling affairs, sent to you via text and email.
Translate This Website: