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Frances Dyess Brantley

Frances Dyess Brantley

Aug 26, 2024

Frances Dyess Brantley passed away August 26, 2024 at the age of 95. She was born June 20, 1929 in Monroeville, Alabama to the late James Lumon Dyess and Mattie Lee McInnis Dyess.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, William Blanch Brantley; sister, Earlene Dyess (Clayton) Barnes; mother and father-in-law,  Maude and Will Brantley; sisters and...

Caden Ryan Tellier

Caden Ryan Tellier

Aug 24, 2024

1 / 3Caden Ryan Tellier age 16 of Selma, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama.

Caden was a junior at Morgan Academy where he excelled in the classroom, participated in multiple clubs and was a member of the Student Government Association. He was an all county football and baseball player and he ran track. He...

Judith Ann Watts

Judith Ann Watts

Aug 23, 2024

Judith Ann Felts Watts of Camden, Alabama died August 23, 2024 at the age of 85. She was born October 6, 1938 to the late Samuel and Lillian Gertrude Felts.

She was preceded in death by her sisters, Mertha Gertrude Felts Gaines, Gesna Griffith, Janie Faye Martin, Sue Gaines and Norma Lee Ray and brothers, Edward Louis Felts, David Allen Felts...

Marjorie Gayle Lavender

Marjorie Gayle Lavender

Aug 22, 2024

Marjorie G. Lavender of selma, Alabama passed away on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at the age of 81.

She was born on March 18, 1943 to the late Hayward Smith and the late Esther Smith.

Marjorie served as a elementary school secretary for thirty years. She loved children and spending time with family and friends. she was an avid painter of ceramics...

Tommie Hollie Sullivan

Tommie Hollie Sullivan

Aug 22, 2024

Tommie Hollie Sullivan, a beloved figure in the hearts of many, passed away on August 22, 2024 at the age of 74. Born on May 31, 1950,  to the late Armond and Lois Sullivan, Tommie was a dedicated son, loving husband, proud father, and adoring grandfather who left an indelible mark on everyone he encountered.

Tommie dedicated 23 years of his...

Shane Zachary Stewart

Shane Zachary Stewart

Aug 19, 2024

Shane Zachary Stewart of Selma, Alabama passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024 at Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma at the age of 37.

He was born in Selma, Alabama on April 21, 1987 to the late Ronald "Ron" Stewart and Linda Meyer Stewart. 

He was a former construction worker.

Shane is survived by his mother, Linda Stewart; siblings, Tara Stewart, Brandon...

Dynasty Le'Anne Headley

Dynasty Le'Anne Headley

Aug 19, 2024

Dynasty Le'Anne Headley passed away August 19, 2024 at the age of 35. She was born December 14, 1988.

She was preceded in death by her grandmothers, Peggy Barrett, Betty Headley and Betty Gables and grandfather, F.J. Headley.

She is survived by her son, Michael Dillon Headley (Summer Duke); daughters, Makenzie Danielle Nichols and Makayla Deanne Nichols; father, David Headley; mother, Melissa...

Patricia Ann Deavor

Patricia Ann Deavor

Aug 19, 2024

Patricia Ann Deavor, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, departed this life on August 19, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and an unwavering commitment to her community. Born on July 20, 1941, Patricia embraced life with the grace of a true Southern Belle and the strength of a Steel Magnolia. Her presence was a balm to everyone...

Lemuel “Sonny” M. Latham

Lemuel “Sonny” M. Latham

Aug 19, 2024

Lemuel M. “Sonny” Latham of Selma, Alabama passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024 at the age of 83. 

He was born on April 12, 1941.

Sonny was a former glass cutter for Assurance Glass Company and in his younger years served his country faithfully in the United States Military.

He is survived by his children, Sandra Mitchell, Angela Latham Smith (Freddy), Kirk...

David Andrew Crocker, Sr.

David Andrew Crocker, Sr.

Aug 18, 2024

David Andrew Crocker, Sr. of Selma, Alabama passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at his home at the age of 81.

He was a self-employed jack of all trades. David had many talents and used them throughout the years performing various jobs and tasks. He was a gradaute of Auburn University and also served his country faithfully in the United...

Alexander Clyde Gorenflo

Alexander Clyde Gorenflo

Aug 18, 2024

Alexander Clyde Gorenflo, born on July 16, 1999, in a world brimming with possibility, drifted gently into the embrace of eternity on August 18, 2024 after an abrupt medical episode. He was a beloved son, a treasured friend, loved uncle and a soul whose essence still resonates with those who had the privilege to know him.

He graduated from Dallas County...

Amy Sue Moss Sims

Amy Sue Moss Sims

Aug 17, 2024

 After a brief illness, Amy Sue Moss Sims passed away on August 17, 2024 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 19, 1939, in Birmingham, AL. She is survived by her devoted husband of 60 years, Jim Sims.

Children include Sue Ellen Sims Johnson (Jimmy), James Hubert Sims, III (Meg), Michael Moss Sims (Julie). Grandchildren include...

Glenn Robert LaPorte

Glenn Robert LaPorte

Aug 13, 2024

Glenn Robert LaPorte, 77, of Selma, Alabama, passed away on August 13, 2024. Glenn was predeceased by his wife, Sydney Lollar LaPorte, his father, Frank Robert LaPorte, his mother, Bernice Solomon LaPorte, and his brother, Kenneth Gerald "Jerry" LaPorte.

Glenn's legacy lives on through his loving partner, Joy Johnson; his daughter Rene Pouncey (Josh) and grandson Cullen Nickles; his daughter Amy...

Ann Speed

Ann Speed

Aug 12, 2024

ANN SHANNON SPEED, the epitome of a Southern lady, went to Heaven Monday evening, August 13, 2024, in Hartselle, Alabama. She had long anticipated a reunion with her beloved Donnie. Their love story was legendary. Don Speed, a Selma boy in Dental School at UAB, saw Ann’s debutante picture in a Birmingham newspaper and declared that he was going to...

Charles Morris Veach

Charles Morris Veach

Aug 4, 2024

Charles Morris Veach went to be with Jesus August 4, 2024 at the age of 85. He was born October 16, 1938 in Selma, Alabama. He was the last of six children born to the late William Monroe Veach and Pennie A. Veach.

He was preceded in death by his siblings, William M. Veach, Jack D. Veach, Paul Veach, Doris Veach...

Eddie Reed Champion

Eddie Reed Champion

Aug 1, 2024

Edward "Eddie" Reed Champion, age 65 of Selma, Alabama passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024 at Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama.

He was born on April 20, 1959 to Loyd and Bettye Champion.

Eddie worked in the tire and auto industry for most of his career, and recently retired from Bush Hog. He was also a gifted musician who played in...

Barbara Frances Martin

Barbara Frances Martin

Jul 31, 2024

Barbara Frances Martin, age 69 of Plantersville, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at her home.

She was born May 31, 1955 to the late Robert Franklin Bennett and the late Ursula O. Bennett.

Barbara was a homemaker.

She is survived by her husband, Raymond Martin; daughter, Sarah Fancher; granddaughter, Lindsey Sims and brother, Thomas Bennett.

She is preceded in death by...

Geraldine Hill Peace

Geraldine Hill Peace

Jul 30, 2024

Geraldine Peace passed away July 30, 2024 at the age of 87, the last of her siblings. She was born in Double Springs, Alabama January 29, 1937 to the late Lee Burla Hill and Earline Covington Hill.

Geraldine lived a life marked by unwavering determination and an unyielding spirit. Her journey was one of resilience and tenacity, a journey that inspired...

Evelyn Lucille Mixon

Evelyn Lucille Mixon

Jul 27, 2024

Evelyn Lucille Mixon was born on March 12, 1933, in Dallas County, AL, to the late Isaiah Sherrer and Annie Lee Jones. She was the second of six daughters born to Annie Lee Jones.

As a child, Evelyn attended Grove Hill Elementary School on the Plantersville and Selma, AL route, and The Literary Institute in Burnsville, AL. As a teenager, she...

Janie Spivey Dickens

Janie Spivey Dickens

Jul 26, 2024

Janie Spivey Dickens, beloved mother to two sons, Ronald P. Spivey (Quitman, GA), and the Late William Harold Spivey, Jr. (Valley Grande, AL), passed away peacefully on July 26, 2024, in Selma, Alabama. 

She was born in Farmersville, AL on July 7, 1927, to her parents, Lillian Boutwell Parrish and Hillary Jason Parrish. She was a resident of Tyler, Alabama for...

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