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Pat McDowell

Pat McDowell

Jul 15, 2023

Patricia Stoves McDowell, a beloved member of the community, passed away July 15, 2023 at the age of 67. Born on January 22, 1956, Pat led a remarkable life filled with love, compassion, and dedication.Pat began her career at Hammermill Timberlands, then International Paper Riverdale Mill, where she served as an accountant for over 30 years. Her commitment and expertise...

Mike Friday

Mike Friday

Jul 14, 2023

Michael Friday passed away Friday, July 14, 2023 at the age of 51. He was born December 10, 1971 to John and Judy Friday. He is survived by his sons, Clayton Friday and Logan Friday; father, John Friday; mother, Judy Friday; sister, Elizabeth "Beth" (Jim) Beam; nephew, David Beam and niece, Anna Beam. Graveside services will be Saturday, July 22, 2023 at...

Randy Suther

Randy Suther

Jul 13, 2023

William Randel "Randy" Suther, also dubbed "Home Brew" and "Big Daddy" passed away July 13, 2023 at the age of 72. He was born April 11, 1951 to the late William Suther and Ann Elam Suther. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Patricia Elizabeth Suther and brothers, Gary Suther and Allen Suther. He is survived by his wife, Lara...

Sarah Evelyn Smitherman

Sarah Evelyn Smitherman

Jul 11, 2023

Sarah Smitherman passed away July 11, 2023 at the age of 83. She was born December 19, 1940 to the late Viola Crocker and Augusta Renolds. She was preceded in death by her brother, William "Buddy" Crocker and sister, Ruth Bivins. She is survived by her husband, David Smitherman; sons, Larry (Angela Helton) Smitherman and Randy (Amanda) Smitherman; grandchildren, Dustin (Amber) Smitherman,...

Michael Edward Alexander

Michael Edward Alexander

Jul 10, 2023

Michael Edward Alexander of Selma, Alabama passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama at the age of 71.

He was born on January 8, 1952 to the late Ben Edward Alexander and the late Verna Marie Nichols Alexander.

He was a retired assembly line worker for Mercedes.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn...

Deborah Jean Cooper Jones

Deborah Jean Cooper Jones

Jul 8, 2023

Deborah Jean Cooper Jones of Selma, passed away at home on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at the age of 68.

She was born in Georgetown, South Carolina on October 27, 1954 to the late Willie Cooper and Lessie Goins Cooper.

Deborah retired from Bush Hog after more than 25 years of service.

She will fondly be remembered...

Faye Evelyn Clements

Faye Evelyn Clements

Jul 6, 2023

Faye Evelyn Kane Clements passed away July 6, 2023 at the age of 67. She was born in Okaloosa, Florida on February 18, 1956 to the late Vance Kane and Lillian Eileen Jones Kane.  She is survived by her children, Charles Clements and Eileen Clements; brother, Michael Kane and nephew, Lamar Kane. Graveside services will be Thursday, July 13, 2023 at 11:00...

Hans Peter Cromwell

Hans Peter Cromwell

Jul 6, 2023

Hans Peter Cromwell passed away July 6, 2023 at the age of 80. He was born February 4, 1943 in Erlangen, Germany to the late John B. and Elise B. Cromwell. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his spouse, Patricia Anne Cromwell; sons, Robert Sean (Shannon Hudson) Cromwell and Peter Bryan (Dawn Marie) Cromwell; three...

Timothy Ross Friday

Timothy Ross Friday

Jul 2, 2023

Timothy Ross Friday, a dedicated professional and beloved member of the Selma community, passed away on July 2, 2023, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished forever. Born on September 14, 1959, Timothy was a charismatic and hardworking individual who demonstrated his unwavering commitment to his craft throughout his lifetime. As the proud owner of Friday's Appliance for over...

Inez Ferrell Morrow

Inez Ferrell Morrow

Jul 2, 2023

 

Our beloved Mother, Inez Ferrell Morrow, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023, at her home in Selma, Alabama at the age of 83.   She was born in Kettle Island, Kentucky on March 25, 1940, a daughter of the late Lewis and Norma Collett Ferrell.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husbands, Mickey Gorenflo...

Elayne Flournoy Tucker

Elayne Flournoy Tucker

Jun 29, 2023

Elayne Flournoy Tucker, 79, of Temple, AZ, and formerly of Selma, AL, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023.

She was born March 31, 1944 in Selma, AL to the late Ross N. Flournoy and late Sarah Jane Cranmore.

She is preceded in death by her parents and husband, Raymond Tucker.

She is survived by son, Roger; brothers, Louis...

Ruth Simonton

Ruth Simonton

Jun 29, 2023

 

Ruth “Cissy” Simonton died June 29 in Prattville after a long decline. She was 67.

She was born July 11, 1955, to Ruth Weaver Simonton and Robert Leslie Simonton of Marion Junction. She attended a small school housed in Woodland Heights Presbyterian Church in Selma for intellectually disabled children. From age 15, she lived at Partlow Developmental Center in...

Jeffrey Dale Harris

Jeffrey Dale Harris

Jun 26, 2023

Jeffrey Dale Harris, 60, of Elberta, AL, passed away Monday, June 26, 2023, in Ocean Springs, MS. He was born January 29, 1963, in Selma, AL to Vernon and Viva Harris.

He was an active member of the American Legion, Foley, AL. Jeffrey loved Alabama Football, his American Legion family, watching Western shows and drinking sweet tea.  

He is preceded...

Norma "Gail" Marcinowski Read

Norma "Gail" Marcinowski Read

Jun 25, 2023

Norma Gail Read, of Snellville, Georgia, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 25, 2023, at the age of 80.

Mrs. Read enjoyed traveling, collecting figurines, and reveled in the spirit andholiday of Christmas. Mrs. Read was a gifted cook, loved her family dearly and was especially proud of her grandchildren. Mrs. Read’s loving nature and innate goodness will be missed by...

Mary Elizabeth Goodman Cottrell

Mary Elizabeth Goodman Cottrell

Jun 24, 2023

Mary Elizabeth Goodman Cottrell of Selma, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Saturday, June 24, 2023 a the age of 66.

Mary was born in Selma on July 13, 1956 to the late Walter B. Goodman and Mavis E. Dennis Goodman.

She was homemaker.

She is survived by her daughter, Jessica Johnson (James Phillips, Jr.);...

Brenda Diane Sparks Crisp

Brenda Diane Sparks Crisp

Jun 18, 2023

Mrs. Brenda Diane Sparks Crisp of Englewood, TN and formerly of Clanton, passed away on Sunday June 18, 2023 at Sweetwater Hospital in Sweetwater, TN at the age of 63.

She was born in Chicago, IL to the late Clarence "Buddy" Sparks and the late Vera Adams Sparks Davis.

She was a former truck driver.

She is...

Elsie Mae Headley Combs

Elsie Mae Headley Combs

Jun 16, 2023

Elsie Mae Headley Combs of Selma, passed away on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Baptist Hospital South in Montgomery at the age of 73.

She was born in Clanton, Alabama on February 21, 1950 to the late Forrest J. Headley and the late Lois Rhodes Headley. She was a former machine operator with American Apparel in Selma.

Elsie is survived...

Bettie McDonald Martin

Bettie McDonald Martin

Jun 15, 2023

 

Bettie McDonald Martin, 94, of Plantersville, died Thursday, June 15, 2023, at her home. She was born March 14, 1929, to the late John Whitley and Marie Josephine (Daniel) McDonald. Services will be Saturday, June 17, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at the Plantersville Christian Church with Rev. Mike Wyatt officiating and Lawrence Brown-Service Funeral Home directing. Family will receive friends...

Jimmy Joseph Johnson

Jimmy Joseph Johnson

Jun 14, 2023

Mr. Jimmy Joseph Johnson Marion passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at the Perry County Nursing Home in Marion at the age of 81.

He was born on February 20, 1942 to the late EW Johnson and the Bessie Edwards Johnson.

Mr. Jimmy is survived by his wife Elizabeth Cochran Johnson; sons, Joey Johnson and Steve (Beth)...

Lewis Calvin Singley

Lewis Calvin Singley

Jun 11, 2023

Lewis Calvin Singley, passed away peacefully at the age of 97 on June 11th, 2023. Known as a loyal friend, dedicated family man, and pillar of his community, Mr. Singley's passing has left a profound impact on all who were fortunate enough to know him.Born on October 28th, 1925, he joined the Navy to serve his country. After serving in...

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