Obituaries

Betty Jo Webb Whaley

Betty Jo Webb Whaley

Jan 25, 2024

Betty Jo Webb Whaley, age 86 of Marion, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024 at Southland Nursing Home in Marion, Alabama. 

She was born in Marion, Alabama on November 4, 1937 to the late Otto Webb and Josephine Nichols Webb.

She was a former hairdresser.

She is survived by her daughter, Stephanie Hughey (Stacy); grandchildren, Farron Silverman (Eric), Natalie Johnson (Nathan),...

Martha Beane Warren

Martha Beane Warren

Jan 24, 2024

Martha Beane Warren passed away January 24, 2024, in Glen Burnie, Maryland.

She was born April 7, 1938, in West Blocton, Alabama, moving to Selma, Alabama, as a child with her parents, Cecil Thomas and Maudie Lawley Beane.

She was a graduate of Orrville High School and WCCS School of Nursing.  She worked as a registered nurse in the recovery department of...

Mary Frances Ingram

Mary Frances Ingram

Jan 24, 2024

Mary Frances Ingram passed away January 24, 2024 at the age of 85. She was born August 11, 1938 to the late L. T. Ingram and Allie Frances Langston Ingram.

She was a beautician at Princess Beauty Salon in Selma for over 50 years and was an active member of Elkdale Baptist Church.

She is survived by her brother, Wiley Albert (Shirley...

James Earl Tidwell

James Earl Tidwell

Jan 23, 2024

James Earl Tidwell, age 87 of Jones, passed away at his home on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.

Earl was born in Georgia to the late Buford Tidwell and the late Pauline Tidwell.

He was a teacher.

He is survived by wife of 53 years, Jean Tidwell; children, Darrell Edwards, Carla (Ricky) Bennett, and Mike (Kelly) Tidwell; brother, Clarence Tidwell; numerous grandchildren and great-...

Larry Wayne Rinehart

Larry Wayne Rinehart

Jan 22, 2024

Larry Wayne Rinehart passed away January 22, 2024 at the age of 78. He was born March 30, 1945 to the late Perry Thomas Rinehart and Mary Mayton Rinehart.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Bobby Rinehart; brother-in-law, Ellis Daniels.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Martha Taylor Rinehart; children, Thomas Aaron (Rachel) Rinehart and Taylor Jennifer...

Clyde Cecil Dunaway

Clyde Cecil Dunaway

Jan 21, 2024

Clyde 'Cecil' Dunaway passed away January 21, 2024 at the age of 88. He was born December 28, 1935 to the late Lucy K. and Clyde Dunaway.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Betsy Dunaway; daughter, Lynn Dunaway and brother, Frank Dunaway.

Cecil served in the US Navy from 1954-1958 and was stationed at Fort Mandan. He...

Marvin Garry Miller

Marvin Garry Miller

Jan 20, 2024

Marvin Garry Miller passed away January 20, 2024 at the age of 69. He was born June 27, 1954 to the late James and Audrey Miller.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda Walker Miller; daughter, Stacy (Chuck) Oates, Megan (John) St. Pierre; granddaughter, McKenzie Oates, Kennedy St. Pierre and Elizabeth St. Pierre; brothers, James F. (Betty) Miller, Donald (Mickie) Miller,...

Alma Jean Davis Christian

Alma Jean Davis Christian

Jan 19, 2024

Alma Jean Davis Christian of Selma passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024 at the DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa at the age of 72.

She was born in Chilton County, Alabama to the late Edmund H. Davis and the late Murvis E. Sewell Davis. 

She was a delivery driver in the auto parts industry as well as a bus driver.

She...

Nellie Kate Tepper

Nellie Kate Tepper

Jan 18, 2024

Nellie Kate Tepper passed away January 18, 2024 at the age of 86. She was born October 7, 1937 to the late John and Mary Cottingham. 

In her career, Nellie Kate dedicated her time and talents to Cahaba Regional Mental Health. Her compassion and dedication were evident in every interaction she had with those in need. Her commitment to helping others...

Mary "Sue" Ingram Box

Mary "Sue" Ingram Box

Jan 17, 2024

Mary "Sue" Ingram Box, age 78 of Summerfield, formerly of Pleasant Hill, entered into her Heavenly home on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, after a brief illness. 

She retired from the UAB Selma Family Medicine, where she was a certified medical assistant for years and later worked with the residency program. 

SuSu, as she was called by her grandchildren, was longtime...

Walter Levert Jones

Walter Levert Jones

Jan 17, 2024

Walter Levert Jones departed earth, destination Heaven, on January 17, 2024. He lived a long and blessed life after arrival in his parent’s home on May 15, 1939 in Perry County, AL. 

He is now home with His Lord and welcomed by his parents Casey and JoAnn Hopkins Jones, wife of 45+ years Linda Chambers Jones, brother Lonnie Jones, and granddaughter...

Samuel Dunlap Neely, III

Samuel Dunlap Neely, III

Jan 16, 2024

Samuel Dunlay Neely, III passed away on January 16, 2024. He was born on November 25, 1942 to the late Mary Preston Beasley Neely and Samuel Dunlap Neely, Jr., and was a faithful lifetime member of the Orrville United Methodist Church, where his mother's family, the Beairds, were founding members.

Sam was deeply rooted in his farming heritage. His father's ancestors...

William Joseph Melton

William Joseph Melton

Jan 15, 2024

William "Bill" Joseph Melton of Selma, Alabama passed away on January 15, 2024 at the age of 83.

Bill was born in Ontario, Canada on January 14, 1941 to the late William J. Melton and the late Gladys Irene Arbany Melton.

He made his living as a truck driver.

He is survived by his wife, Annie Bender Melton; children, Jessica McDonald, Jacquie Taylor,...

David L Rinehart

David L Rinehart

Jan 15, 2024

David L. Rinehart passed away January 15, 2024 at the age of 67. He was born June 20, 1956 to the late Elisha Rinehart, Jr. and Mattie Bell Gist Rinehart.

He is survived by his wife, Maria English Rinehart; best friend, Hoolie; siblings, Paul (Lynn) Rinehart, Scott (JoAnn) Rinehart and Gail (Bryan) Stevenson; brother-in-law, Larry English; mother and father-in-law, Larry and...

Robert "Rocky" Freeman Fitts, Jr.

Robert "Rocky" Freeman Fitts, Jr.

Jan 14, 2024

Robert "Rocky" Freeman Fitts, Jr. of Selma passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at the Vaughan Regional MEdical Center in Selma at the age of 65.

He was born in Selma on September 11, 1958 to the late Robert F. Fitts, Sr. and Mary Elizabeth "Liz" Roberts FItts.

Rocky was graduate of Selma and earned his associate's degree...

Deborah Ann Shaver

Deborah Ann Shaver

Jan 12, 2024

Deborah Ann Perdue Shaver passed away January 12, 2024 at the age of 65. She was born July 7, 1958 to the late John Miller Perdue and Clariece Egbert Perdue. She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren Boyd Shaver. She is survived by brothers, Bruce (Sarah) Perdue and Mitchell Perdue; nephews, Robert Perdue, John Miller Perdue, Brittin Perdue and numerous...

Netera Ann Steward Harrison

Netera Ann Steward Harrison

Jan 8, 2024

Netera Ann Steward Harrison passed away January 8, 2023 at the age of 62. She was born September 7, 1961 to the late Obie Boyd Steward and Lacy Meeks Steward McGill. Netera dedicated over 30 years to her career as a dental hygienist in Selma before retiring. Her impeccable service and compassionate nature touched the lives of countless patients. As an...

Darryl Scott Mckinney

Darryl Scott Mckinney

Jan 4, 2024

Darryl Scott McKinney of Plantersville, passed away at Vaughan Regional Medical Center on Thursday, January 4, 2024 at the age of 57.

He was born in Selma on January 22, 1966 to Bob Edd McKinney and Mary Anne Sullivan McKinney.

He was a former employee of Bush Hog in Selma and West Frasier in Maplesville.

He is preceded in...

Charlotte Ann Rodkey

Charlotte Ann Rodkey

Jan 2, 2024

Charlotte Ann Rodkey of Valley Grande, passed away at her home on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 at the age of 84.

She was born in Arkansas to the late John Miller and the late Florence Miller.

She was business owner.

She is survived by her children, Barbara O'Hara (Thomas), Michael Rodkey (Lillian); grandchildren, Josh Rodkey, Matthew Rodkey, Christopher Rodkey, Thomas...

Darlene Hughey

Darlene Hughey

Dec 30, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Darlene Adams Hughey. Born on March 23, 1933, Darlene lived a life filled with faith, love, and service. She was married to Kenneth Hughey who passed away in 1995, for 42 years. 

She is survived by her son, Gerald Hughey, her daughter, Peggy Stiltner, 7 grandchildren, 10 great...

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