Obituaries

Sep 2, 2023

Faron Dean York passed away September 2, 2023 at the age of 69. He was born September 17, 1953 to the late Shelby and Merle York. He was married to Linda Fendley York for 49 years and was a wonderful husband, Dad and "Papa". He worked at Fuller Building Supply and retired after 25 years. He was preceded in death by his...

Aug 31, 2023

Sandra (Sandy) Gail Collins Chandler, of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023 at Baptist East Hospital in Montgomery, AL.

Sandy was born on June 2, 1964 in Albany Georgia to the late James R. Collins and Ruby Collins Shoultz.

Sandy was preceded in death by her father, James Robert Collins; Paternal grandparents, Morris and Elsie Collins; Maternal grandparents,...

Aug 28, 2023

Aug 28, 2023

Lillian Irene Vick Clibrey of Selma, passed away peacefully at Park Place Nursing Home in Selma at the age of 96.

She was born in Safford, Alabama on May 26, 1927 to the late George Vick and the late Mary Shumate Vick.

Mrs. Clibrey was a homemaker. Being the wife of a military husband, she got to see the...

Aug 22, 2023

 

Cathryn Marie Harrell Tullos, 66, of Pawleys Island, wife of Jesse Carlton Tullos Jr., died Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital in Murrells Inlet, SC, after a brief illness.

Mrs. Tullos was born Dec.1, 1956, in Selma, Alabama, to James and Joyce Harrell. She was of the Baptist faith. 

A Registered Nurse, she was employed with...

Aug 22, 2023

Peggy Aileen Jackson passed away August 22, 2023 at the age of 76. She was born November 17, 1946 to the late Ernest Jackson and Bernice Jackson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Chester Oneal Sheffield; son, Chester Wayne Sheffield, Sr.  brothers, Ray Jackson and Joseph Allen Jackson; brother-in-law, Bubba Hollingshead. She is survived by her daughters, Alice (Ricky) East...

Aug 22, 2023

Dr. William Chester Deavor, a beloved figure in the Selma community, passed away on August 22, 2023, leaving a profound void in the hearts of all who knew him. Born on November 7, 1939, he was a man of integrity and compassion who dedicated his life to serving others.

Dr. Deavor's impressive career in medicine spanned over four decades. He...

Aug 22, 2023

Rebecca Anne Tackett, affectionately known as Becky, passed away on August 22, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and care for children. Born on September 25, 1952, she dedicated her life to caring for, raising, and teaching children at daycares, and then in her home. Her nurturing spirit extended beyond her professional life as she also played a pivotal...

Aug 21, 2023

Bridgette Ann Nichols born on December 05, 1983 passed away August 21, 2023 at the age of 39.

 

Funeral Services will be Friday August 25, 2023 beginning at 2:00 p.m. at Lawrence Brown Service Funeral Home. The family will receive friends prior to the service beginning at 1:00 p.m.

 

In lieu of flowers, the family is creating a...

Aug 18, 2023

Katheryn “Katy” Michelle Cooper of Lake View, Alabama, passed away at her home on Friday, August 18, 2023 at the age of 38. 

She was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on April 19, 1985. Katy proudly attended American Christian Academy and later served her country as a Private in the United States Army.

She leaves behind to cherish her memories her...

Aug 17, 2023

Michael B. "Mike" Vanderford passed away August 17, 2023 at the age of 61. He was born August 14, 1962 to Richard Vanderford and the late Elise Stambaugh.

He is survived by his wife, Ann Vanderford; daughters, Keri (Johnathan) Duke and Sheri Getchell (Tim Girlie); grandchildren, Dustin Getchell and Hayden Duke; mother-in-law, Fannie Mae Green; brothers and sisters-in-law, Billy (Susie)...

Aug 11, 2023

 

Ernest James Myers passed away August 11, 2023 at the age of 79. He was born September 7, 1943 in Morgan City, Louisiana to the late Ernest Myers and Emerite Louise LeBlanc Myers.

He was preceded in death by his grandson, Carl Brusard; siblings, Mercedes Verret, Adam Myers, Ray Myers, Perry Myers and Jackie Myers.

He is survived by...

Aug 7, 2023

Barry Clyde Kynard, an individual known for being a man of few words, passed away on August 7, 2023, in Selma, Alabama. Born on April 9, 1957, he was the son of Billy Clyde Kynard and Jewel Mevina Early Kynard.Barry attended Dallas County High School. He was a former server with Joyce's Catering here in Selma. He leaves behind his brother,...

Aug 5, 2023

Janice I. Coombs, beloved daughter, wife, mother, and Mima, passed away on August 5, 2023, at the age of 80. She was born on September 22, 1942, in Parrish, Alabama to Gus and Gene Elliott.   Jan, as she was known by her friends, led a remarkable life filled with love, creativity, and an enthusiasm for helping others. She had...

Aug 5, 2023

Eva Joe Nichols Bruner, a beloved member of the Selma community, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2023, at the age of 77. Known for her warm smile, quick wit, and uplifting spirit, Eva Joe leaves behind a legacy of kindness that will forever be cherished by those who knew and loved her.

Born on December 7, 1945, Eva Joe...

Jul 29, 2023

Ruth Buxton Lewis passed away July 29, 2023 at the age of 90. She was born January 31, 1933 to the late Kelma and Bessie Buxton. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oliver William Lewis; sister, Eleanor Buxton; brothers, Kelma Athens "Shanny" (Loedith) Buxton, Jr. and James "Jay" (Doris) Buxton. She is survived by her children, Janice "Snookie" Parrish and...

Jul 27, 2023

Elizabeth "Camille" Hughey Salter, beloved wife, mother, grandmother passed away on July 27, 2023, at Southland Nursing Home in Marion, Alabama.

She was born on February 13, 1947, in Sprott, Alabama to the late Marshall and Oda Nichols Hughey. Camille will be remembered for her musical talent, her passion for family and cooking talents.

Camille's musical journey began at a young age....

Jul 21, 2023

William Russell Morrow, JR passed away on July 21, 2023, in Nashville, TN at the age of 83 after living with Alzheimer’s. He was born October 27, 1939, to William Russell Morrow, Sr and Elizabeth Maude Monroe Morrow.

He was preceded in death by both of his parents, his wife Mary Lola Walker Morrow, and brother Paul Monroe Morrow....

Jul 17, 2023

 

Glenda Ann Bell, 79, passed away peacefully at her home in Selma on July 17, 2023, after a lengthy illness. A private memorial will be held by her family.

Mrs. Bell was born August 23, 1943, in Selma, AL to Roy and Frances Powell. She worked for several years at Selma Internal Medicine.

She was preceded in death by...

Jul 17, 2023

 

Roger Allen Stone, Sr. passed away July 17, 2023 at the age of 65.  He was born February 8, 1958 to James Howell Stone and the late Janet Bennett Stone.

Roger was born and raised in Selma. He loved spending time with his family, including his three beloved sons, his grandchildren, his siblings, and his numerous nieces and nephews....