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Shirley Hardin Wright

Shirley Hardin Wright

Jun 10, 2023

Shirley Hardin Wright passed on June 10, 2023. She was 88. Shirley was born to the late Martin A Hardin and Hilda Byers Hardin on May 10, 1935, In Decatur Alabama.She was preceded in death by her grandson, Joshua Stewart Wright. She is survived by her husband, David S. Wright of Selma, daughter, Rebecca Wright (Dale) Sheffield; grandson, Justin (Kellie)...

Howard Crumpton Oliver

Howard Crumpton Oliver

Jun 10, 2023

 

Howard Crumpton Oliver (81) died peacefully at home on June 10, 2023. 

Howard was born on November 24, 1941, and grew up in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He was preceded in death by his parents Dr. John T. Oliver, Sr. and Sara Crumpton Oliver,  as well as his siblings  John T Oliver, Jr. and Mary Ann Oliver Miree. He is survived...

Paul Edward Glaze

Paul Edward Glaze

Jun 7, 2023

Mr. Paul Edward Glaze of Selma passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Prattville Baptist Hospital at the age of 87.

He was was born in Alabama on April 7, 1936 to the late Harrison Glaze and the late Ethel Ousley Glaze.

He was a retired superintendent with the Selma Water Works. Mr. Glaze honorably served his country...

Charles Edward Fulford

Charles Edward Fulford

Jun 7, 2023

Mr. Charles Edward "Old Soldier" Fulford age 73 of Selma, passed away peacefully at the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center on Wednesday, June 7, 2023.

He was born in Alabama on July 23, 1949 to the late Henry Fulford and the late Carolyn Billingsley Fulford.

Charles served his country faithfully in the United States Army as a Staff Sergeant for...

Rebekah Gray Fitzsimmons

Rebekah Gray Fitzsimmons

Jun 7, 2023

Rebekah Gray Fitzsimmons died peacefully June 7, 2023. Mrs. Fitzsimmons was born on December 4, 1950 to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Arthur Gray. Her grandparents were Dr. and Mrs. John A. Fuller and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Arthur Gray. Mrs. Fitzsimmons graduated from Parrish High School in 1968. She became an accredited medical technologist and she worked in the profession for nineteen...

Mary Elizabeth Wallace Taylor Glass

Mary Elizabeth Wallace Taylor Glass

Jun 7, 2023

 

Mary Elizabeth Wallace Taylor Glass, known affectionately as “Liz”, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2023. She lived a long and purposeful life, leaving a lasting impact on all that knew her.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey C. “Billy” Taylor, Jr.; later husband, Lloyd “Sonny” Glass and parents, Hazel Elizabeth Sewell Wallace and Ward Wilson...

Tara L Jones

Tara L Jones

Jun 7, 2023

Tara L. Jones, a devoted mother of three boys, passed away peacefully on June 7th, 2023. She was surrounded by her loved ones during her final moments and will always be remembered for her incredible spirit, unwavering faith, and strong character that impacted everyone around her.

After attending the University of Alabama where she fostered her passion for education, Tara...

Joan Frith Moore Hamilton

Joan Frith Moore Hamilton

Jun 6, 2023

Joan Frith Moore Hamilton, born on September 3rd, 1948, in Selma, Alabama, passed away on June 6th, 2023, in Freeport, Florida at the age of 74. She was a Godly, charming and loving woman who will be missed dearly by her family and friends.Joan graduated from Orrville High School in 1966. She worked for over thirty years as a clerical...

Margaret Anne Gamble

Margaret Anne Gamble

Jun 5, 2023

Margaret Anne Gamble passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023, at the age of 56.  She was born October 12, 1966, to Dave and Anne Gamble of Selma.

Born with Down Syndrome, Margaret lived a long and full life.  She spent most of her adult life at the Earl Goodwin Group Home and participated in daily activities at the Cahaba...

Barbara P. Larison

Barbara P. Larison

Jun 2, 2023

Barbara P. Larison passed away on June 02, 2023 at the age of 91. She was born on August 1, 1931 to the late Addison and Nora Peterman.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Lewis Larison and son, Stephen Lewis Larison.

She is survived by her daughters; Deborah (William) Wise and Marsha (Frank) Christian; grandchildren,...

William "Huett" Brunson

William "Huett" Brunson

May 29, 2023

William "Huett" Brunson of Browns, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 29, 2023 at Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma at the age of 81.

He was born in Meridian, Mississippi on July 31, 1941 to the late Willie Frank and Audrey McCann Brunson.

Huett worked on his father's dairy farm during his high school years milking cows at 2:30...

Thomas "Tommy" Winston Tait

Thomas "Tommy" Winston Tait

May 28, 2023

Thomas (Tommy) Tait of Fayetteville, Georgia passed away peacefully at home at the age of 89 on May 28, 2023, surrounded by family.

Tommy was born on December 8, 1933, in Deadwood, South Dakota to the late Robert and Viola Tait. He attended Albert G. Parish High School in Selma, Alabama and graduated in 1951. After high school, he...

Shawn Patrick Harris

Shawn Patrick Harris

May 21, 2023

Shawn Williams, age 51 of Selma, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023 at St. Vincent's Hospital in Birmingham.

He was born on September 23, 1971 in Poughkeepsie, New York to the late Sabrina Anderson.

He is survived by his wife, Brittney Williams; children, Ashtin WIlliams, Savannah Williams, and Arron Wilson (Hailey); 5 grandchildren; best friend, Joey...

Marion Evone Williams

Marion Evone Williams

May 21, 2023

Marion Evone Williams passed away May 21, 2023 at the age of 74. She was born August 21, 1948 to the late Robert Edgar Williams and Buford Lee "Boots" Churchill Williams. She is survived by her son, Robert David Williams; daughter, Dianne Lee Chappelle; sister, Cathy Diane Jones; two granddaughters and one great-grandson. Graveside services will be Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at...

Barbara Ann Shelby

Barbara Ann Shelby

May 17, 2023

Barbara P. Shelby passed away May 17, 2023 at the age of 72. She was born August 18, 1950 to the late Harold and Ann Pilotto.  She was preceded in death by her parents; her honorary mother, Margaret (Dayton) Rawlinson and brother-in-law, Terry Shelby. She is survived by her husband, Jerry D. Shelby; daughters, Margaret Shelby (Charley Brown), Judith (Herschel Jackson) Shelby;...

Clara Mae Epperson Rushton

Clara Mae Epperson Rushton

May 16, 2023

Clara Mae Epperson Rushton, age 69, of Selma passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023.

She was born April 7, 1954 to the late Henry and Marvine Epperson.

Mrs. Rushton is survived by her daughter, Rhonda Tupper (Mike); sons, Grady Cobb II (Joanna), Shayne Roberts; sister, Carolyn Miley (Curtis); brother, Wayne Epperson (Brenda); and 11 grandchildren.

She is preceded in...

Donald C. Atwood

Donald C. Atwood

May 15, 2023

Donald C. Atwood passed away May 15, 2023, at the age of 87. His battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite the pain Dad came out a hero and stayed strong until the end.

Don was born in Mayodan, North Carolina May 24, 1935. He was one of...

Marilee Rush Horton

Marilee Rush Horton

May 13, 2023

Marilee Rush Horton passed away May 13, 2023 at the age of 79. She was born November 7, 1943 to the late Robert and Hazel Rush. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Charlie Frank Horton; daughter, Pam Horton Cotter; brothers-in-law, Howard White, James Horton, and William (Beatrice) Horton and sisters-in-law, Caroline (Duelon) Buxton and Catherine Horton. She...

Larry Wayne Jones

Larry Wayne Jones

May 10, 2023

Larry Wayne Jones passed away May 10, 2023 at the age of 71. He was born January 16, 1952 to the late Lawrence Jones, Mary Margaret Darden Jones.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Rea Nichols Jones who passed away in 2006 and then long-time companion, Nancy Ann Mott who passed away earlier this year. He is survived by...

Mary Frith Maloney

Mary Frith Maloney

May 9, 2023

Mary Frith Maloney, 75, of Warrensburg, Missouri died peacefully at John Knox Village Care Center in Lee’s Summit, Missouri on May 9, 2023. She was born in Selma, Alabama to Rossie and Lula Mae (Campbell) Frith on December 17, 1947, and grew up on the family farm in Lawley, Alabama.

Mary graduated from Wallace Community College where she received her...

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