Obituaries
James L Merchant
Mar 25, 2025
James L. Merchant passed away on March 25, 2025, on his 91st birthday. He was born March 25, 1934 to the late James Leo Merchant and Annie Inez Lawrence Merchant.
He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Frances Manderson Merchant; daughter, Myra Merchant (David) Ellis; son, James Stephen (Patricia) Merchant; grandchildren, Dalyn Ellis Farmer, David Scott Ellis and James...
Brandon Dwayne Bickerstaff
Mar 22, 2025
Brandon Dwayne Bickerstaff passed away March 22, 2025 at the age of 58. He was born June 26, 1966 in Selma, Alabama.
He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Lisa Bickerstaff; children, Jessica Bickerstaff, Perry (Crystal) Converse, Kevin Smith and Dawn Converse; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; mother, Betty Ruth (Wilburn Junior) Goodman; siblings, Willie (Paula) Goodman, Scott Goodman, Delton...
India Marie Hayes Strickland
Mar 22, 2025
Mrs. India Marie Hayes Strickland, affectionately known as “Rie Rie” to her family and friends, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2025, at the age of 84. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Marie was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon Strickland; her mother, Mary...
Peggy Ann Small
Mar 19, 2025
Peggy Ann Ratliff Small passed away March 19, 2025 at the age of 70. She was born September 4, 1954 to the late Lloyd Daniel Ratliff and Mary Elizabeth Ratliff.
She was preceded in death by her husband, David Earl Small, Sr.; brother, L.D. Ratliff, Jr.
She is survived by her children, David E. (Emily Hancock) Small, Jr., Matthew S. (Gabby Popwell)...
William Donald Jatko
Mar 19, 2025
William Donald Jatko left to be with the Lord on March 19th, 2025. He was born August 25th, 1944 to the late Elmer Isaac Jatko and Mary Warren Messer Jatko.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Faye Jatko; brother, Kenneth Jatko and sister, Faith Ponzer.
He is survived by his two daughters, Felicia Jatko (Richard) Arnold and Billie Dawn...
Camelia Cochrane Miller
Mar 18, 2025
Camelia (Mimi) Cochrane Miller, Age 90, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law after complications of a stroke. She was surrounded by family, friends and caregivers until her passing.
Camelia (Mimi) was born in Troy Alabama on September 2, 1934. She moved to Selma with her family when she was two. She...
Lake Uran Bates
Mar 16, 2025
Lake Uran Bates Sr., beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and respected military veteran, passed away peacefully at the age of 83 on Sunday, March 16, 2025. He was born on June 17, 1941, in Suttle, Alabama, in Perry County, to Annie Bell (Oakes) Bates and Charlie Bates. Lake was the seventh of eight children and a cherished member of a large...
Annie Free
Mar 16, 2025
Annie Lou Free, a beacon of strength and independence, passed away on March 16, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on August 27, 1942, Annie lived a life characterized by her unwavering commitment to her family and her remarkable ability to express her thoughts candidly, often with a smile. She was born in Clanton, Alabama on August 27, 1942...
Floyd "Dunk" Eugene Pickering
Mar 15, 2025
Floyd "Dunk" Eugene Pickering, a beloved figure in his community, passed away on March 15, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and joy that touched the lives of countless friends and neighbors. He was a beacon of light in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him, known for his infectious laughter and unwavering spirit.
He was...
Dana Hamilton Moore
Mar 6, 2025
Dana Hamilton Moore passed away March 6, 2025 at the age of 56. She was born June 13, 1968 to Edward Hamilton and the late Mary Adams.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary and brother, Wade Hamilton.
She is survived by her husband, Buddy Moore; children, Jake Smith, Jess (Kylie) Smith; step-children, Dylan Moore and Josie Moore; grandchildren, Austin...
Lowell Minter Booker
Mar 4, 2025
Lowell "Rusty" Booker passed away March 4, 2025 at the age of 70. He was born July 20, 1954 to the late Frankie McDaniel Booker and Bennie Lee Booker.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Price "Stanley" Booker and Ben "Terry" Booker and sister, Joyce Pheonix.
He worked at International Paper in Maplesville from 1976-2006 as a millwright. He worked...
Marcie Spence
Mar 3, 2025
Marcie Payne Spence passed away March 3, 2025 at the age of 80. She was born in McAalla, Alabama April 5, 1944 to the late Reggie Harlan Payne and Jeanette Henderson Payne.
She graduated from Demopolis High School in 1962.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Edward Spence and son, Russell Comer Spence; her loyal companions, Abbi and Libby
She...
Barney Earle Caver
Mar 3, 2025
Barney Earle Caver, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, at the age of 84.
He was born in Prattville, Alabama on January 15, 1941, to the late Raymond H. Caver, Sr and Vera Overstreet Caver. Barney was a life-long resident of Selma, where he dedicated over 30 years to a career with...
Ervin Gene Lawrence
Feb 28, 2025
Ervin Gene "Pete" Lawrence passed away February 28, 2025 at the age of 89. He was born April 27, 1935 to the late Ervin Webster and Sarah Frances Lawrence.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Jack Lawrence, Henry Lawrence, Oliver Lawrence and Earnest Lawrence; sisters, Donnie Faye Diamond and Bonnie Faye Honeycutt; son-in-law, Darrel McIlwain and great-grandaughter, Mary Frances...
Judy Kay Robinson
Feb 28, 2025
Judy Kay Robinson went to heaven, peacefully in her sleep on Friday morning, February 28, 2025 at the age of 67. She was born July 26, 1957 to the late Jackson and Elizabeth Barnes.
She was preceded in death by her brothers, James Barnes and Eugene Barnes.
She will always be remembered for her love of the Lord, love of life itself...
Thomas F. Arnold
Feb 27, 2025
Thomas F. "Tommy" Arnold passed away February 27, 2025 at the age of 73. He was born in Selma, Alabama June 30, 1951 to the late Robert F. Arnold, Sr. and Ollie Mae Arnold.
Thomas was a lifelong resident of Selma, where he dedicated over 50 years of his life to his work as a plumber. His commitment to his craft...
Mary Frances Weeden
Feb 27, 2025
Mary Frances Dickerson Weeden, 91, passed away on February 27, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama. She was born in Dothan on August 24, 1933, to the late Simon Elbert Dickerson and Gladys Tate Dickerson. She was the last surviving of her siblings.
She was preceded in death by her siblings, Charles Dickerson, Otis Woodham, Royce Woodham, and Betty Jean Dickerson Carpenter, as...
Walter Joseph Goodman
Feb 21, 2025
Walter Joseph Goodman, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, departed from this world on February 21, 2025, in Selma, Alabama, at the age of 65. Walter was born on May 26, 1959, and lived a life marked by service, laughter, and a profound love for his family and community.
He was preceded in death by his son, Jonathon Walter Goodman; his...
Michael Wade Friday
Feb 17, 2025
Michael Wade Friday passed away February 17, 2025 at the age of 66. He was born March 30, 1958 to the late James Friday and Bettie Sue Rhodes Friday.
He was preceded in death by his daughters, Felisha Williams and Melissa Wood and brother, Timothy Friday.
He is survived by his wife, Deborah Friday; sons, Chris (Joy) Friday and Mike (Ashley) Young;...
Lelon Roy Godwin
Feb 13, 2025
Roy Godwin passed away February 13, 2025 at the age of 78. He was born July 23, 1946 to the late Lelon Kenneth and Laura Godwin.
He was preceded in death by his brother, James Edward Godwin.
He is survived by his children, Tammy (Ron) Dockery, Mark (Brandee) Godwin and Shelley (Todd) Jones; grandchildren, Samantha Ray, Kyndal Harrison, Andrew (Charlotte) Ray,...
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