logo-image

Obituaries

Deborah Smith Cole

Deborah Smith Cole

Dec 17, 2024

Deborah Smith Cole, age 67 of Vance, Alabama passed away on December 17, 2024 in Vance, Alabama. 

She was born in Selma on December 8, 1957 to the late William O. Smith and the late Anne Flowers Smith.

She is survived by her son, Scott (Katie) Cole; grandchildren, Caleb Cole, Colyn Cole, and Caroline Cole; and her brother, William "Billy" (Darlene) Cole.

She...

Chadwick Blaine Johnson

Chadwick Blaine Johnson

Dec 16, 2024

Chadwick Blaine Johnson passed away December 16, 2024 at the age of 58. He was born August 28, 1966.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jake Kennon Johnson.

He is survived by his mother, Mary Beth Johnson; sister, Rhonda Tinsley; brother, Steve (Margie) Johnson; nieces, Candace Johnson and Courtney (Rob) Jarman; nephews, Kyle Johnson and Hunter (Danielle) Tinsley; great-nephews, Stephen...

Lucy Jane Boles

Lucy Jane Boles

Dec 15, 2024

Lucy Jane Boles passed away December 15, 2024 at the age of 87. She was born December 28, 1936 to the late Edward Warren Smith and Mabel Pitts Smith.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ferrell Dean Boles and brother, Bertram (Ruth) Smith.

She is survived by her niece, Jennifer Smith; great-niece, Ashley (Johnny) Parr; great-nephew, Jeff (Catlyn) Rinehart and...

Michael Dewayne Tyler

Michael Dewayne Tyler

Dec 15, 2024

Michael Dewayne Tyler, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on December 15, 2024, at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bud and Jean Tyler, and his brother, David Tyler. Known for his mischievous smile and quick wit, Michael had a remarkable ability to find humor in life’s moments, bringing joy...

Joseph "Joe" Melton Swink

Joseph "Joe" Melton Swink

Dec 15, 2024

Joseph "Joe" Melton Swink, 83, of Carlowville, Alabama, passed away on December 15, 2024. He was born on November 18, 1941, to the late Joseph Melton Swink and Pearl Perdue Swink of Carlowville.

Joe's devotion to his family was a defining aspect of his character. He is survived by his loving wife, Alice; his daughter, Rene Pouncey( Josh) and grandson, Cullen...

Jean Byrom

Jean Byrom

Dec 11, 2024

Jean S. Byrom passed away December 11, 2024 at the age of 87. She was born February 17, 1937 to the late William and Gracie Smith.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Darwin Smith; sister, Gail (Jerry) Durham; brother-in-law, Larry Pleasants.

She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Ed Byrom; children, Gwen (Steve) Junkins, Bill Byrom and Charles...

Carolyn Pitts

Carolyn Pitts

Dec 10, 2024

Carolyn Phillips Pitts passed away on December 10, 2024, at the age of 86. 

She was born in Utah on July 17, 1938 to the late Phil and Lora Phillips.

Carolyn is survived by her children, Deborah Miley, Phyllis Parten, Billy (Angie) Pitts, and Doug Pitts; 10 Grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren

Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Floyd Pitts; daughter,...

Johnny Frank Smith, Sr.

Johnny Frank Smith, Sr.

Dec 7, 2024

Johnny Frank Smith, Sr, of Stanton, Alabama died on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at UAB St. Vincents Chilton in Clanton, Alabama at the age of 80. 

He was born in Stanton on January 11, 1944, to the late Jesse T. Smith and the late Julia Chism Smith.

Johnny attended the Stanton Christian School and graduated from Maplesville High School in 1962. After...

Ronald Edward Blackmon

Ronald Edward Blackmon

Dec 6, 2024

Ronald "Ron" Edward Blackmon, 77, peacefully entered his heavenly home on December 6, 2024. A beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Ron's legacy is defined by his devotion to family, unwavering work ethic, and kindhearted spirit.

Ron is survived by his cherished wife of 55 years, Carol Somich Blackmon; his daughters, Angie (Jamie) Thomas and Kim McHugh; his treasured grandchildren, Caroline Thomas,...

Marie Parker Cunningham

Marie Parker Cunningham

Dec 5, 2024

In the early morning of December 5, 2024, Marie passed away at the age of 78. She was born July 15, 1946 to Irene Catherine Back and Braxton Milton Parker in Mamer, Luxembourg. She was a resident of Prattville for the past 33 years. Marie became a naturalized citizen on January 24, 1968. 

Marie is survived by her husband of 56...

Joshua Timothy Davis

Joshua Timothy Davis

Dec 1, 2024

Joshua Timothy Davis, age 27, passed away on December 1, 2024. He was born on January 22, 1997. Josh loved anything to do with outdoors, hunting, fishing, camping or piddling in his shop. He was known for having every gadget possible for any of those activities. If you needed it, Josh had it. His shop was his favorite place, and...

Katharine "Katie" Davis Hayes

Katharine "Katie" Davis Hayes

Nov 30, 2024

Katharine "Katie" Davis Hayes passed away on Saturday, November 30,2024 in Trussville, Alabama at the age of 59..

She was born in Birmingham, AL on October 07, 1964, to the late Peggy Davis and the late Joe Davis Sr.

Katie was a wife, mother, and friend to everyone, and she cared deeply about all three. Her family always came first. She was...

Philip A. Beverly, Sr.

Philip A. Beverly, Sr.

Nov 27, 2024

Philip A. Beverly, Sr. passed away on November 27, 2024 at his home in Valley Grande, Alabama, in the presence of family at the age of 79. 

He was born in Coffeeville, Alabama, to Cecil G. Beverly and Addie Lou Beverly. 

After graduating from Parrish HighSchool, he briefly attended Auburn University before he enlisted into the army and served in Korea. Following...

William Dennis Small, IV

William Dennis Small, IV

Nov 19, 2024

William D. "Dennis" Small, IV of Prattville, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at the age of 53.

He was born in Demopolis, Alabama on July 21, 1971 to William D. Small, III and Mary Ruth Britton Small. 

He was a traveling welder. 

He is survived by wife, Judy Small; his children, Zacchery (Abigail) Small and Logan Small; grandson, Lincoln Small;...

Myrtle S. Taylor

Myrtle S. Taylor

Nov 16, 2024

Myrtle S. Taylor passed away November 16, 2024 at the age of 94. She was born October 10, 1930 to the late Clifton Eldridge Stone and Verna Nichols Stone, the oldest of ten children.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Vernon Taylor; son, Gregory Irvin Taylor; brothers, Claude Stone, W. E. Stone, James Stone; sisters, Ernestine (Bill) Worrell,...

Mary Rebecca Cruz

Mary Rebecca Cruz

Nov 16, 2024

Mary Rebecca "Becky" Cruz passed away November 16, 2024 at the age of 59. She was born November 11, 1965 to the late Bermer Jenkins Shepard and Patsy Ruth Stone Shepard.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Richard Goude and Bucky Shepard.

She is survived by her husband of 36 years, Bart Cruz; daughters, Jordan (Ethan) Teat and Jessica Cruz...

Thomas Allen Swindal

Thomas Allen Swindal

Nov 8, 2024

Thomas Allen "Tommy" "Big Pops" Swindal passed away November 8, 2024 at the age of 74. He was born August 8, 1950 to the late Robert Allen and Verna G. Swindal. 

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Donna Nickles; brother, George Stanley Swindal and sister, Wanda G. Lewis.

A proud graduate of Dallas County High School, class of 1968, Tommy...

Kimberly MacPherson

Kimberly MacPherson

Nov 7, 2024

Kimberly MacPherson passed away November 7, 2024 at the age of 58. She was born December 10, 1965 to Frances Diane and the late Jimmy Randall Enzor. 

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Jordan Powell and grandparents Ruby Frances and Edward Dagostin and J.B. and Estelle Enzor.

She is survived by her husband, Michael MacPherson; mother, Frances Diane Enzor; sisters,...

Mike Chance

Mike Chance

Nov 5, 2024

Mike Chance passed away November 5, 2024 at the age of 68. He was born August 4, 1956 to the late William Floyd Chance and Bertie Brooks Chance.

 

He was preceded in death by his brother, Wayne Chance; nephew, William Kenneth Chance.

He is survived by his son, Tommy (Erica) Chance and grandchildren, Robert Blaze Chance, Taylor Grace Chandler, Callen Tanner and...

Les Boley

Les Boley

Nov 3, 2024

Les Boley, a beloved band instructor and cherished friend, passed away on November 3, 2024, at the age of 61. His indelible spirit and passion for music touched the lives of many, leaving legacy that will resonate in hearts of his students and those who knew him.

Born August 15, 1963, Les graduated Magna Cum Laude from The University Montevallo, earning...

Share by: