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Susan Lynn Barrett

Susan Lynn Barrett

Oct 24, 2024

Susan Lynn Davis Barrett passed away October 24, 2024 at the age of 57. She was born September 16, 1967 in Selma, Alabama.

She was preceded in death by her father, Hugh Ronnie Davis; brother, Timothy Ellis Davis.

She is survived by her daughters, Shelby (Ryne) Williams, April Barrett (Wallace) Sanders and Heather Bedgood Haskell; grandchildren, Chayton Sanders, Shilah Sanders, Draven "Boogie"...

Robert Leland Barton

Robert Leland Barton

Oct 23, 2024

Robert "Red" Barton passed away October 23, 2024 at the age of 85. He was born April 7, 1939 to the late Robert and Clytee Barton.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara Jean Barton (Harry) House.

Red's journey began in the small town of Uniontown where he graduated from Uniontown High School. With a spirit thirsting for adventure and...

Deborah Earline Smith

Deborah Earline Smith

Oct 22, 2024

Deborah Earline Smith passed away October 22, 2024 at the age of 71. She was born June 26, 1953 in Selma, Alabama to the late Nubern and Doris "Dicey" Summerlin.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, Bobby Carpenter, Clay Carpenter and Ray Carpenter.

Her vibrant spirit touched the hearts of everyone who knew her. For over 20 years, Deborah dedicated...

David Henry Honeycutt

David Henry Honeycutt

Oct 21, 2024

David Henry Honeycutt, 69, of Selma, AL, passed away October 21, 2024, just three days before his 70th birthday. He was an avid reader, marksman, hunter, fisherman, and outdoorsman who found peace and joy in nature. He served as a dedicated Boy Scout leader of Troop 126, helping to guide and mentor young scouts with his passion for the outdoors. 

David...

Stephanie J. Johnson

Stephanie J. Johnson

Oct 20, 2024

Stephanie J. Johnson passed away October 20, 2024 at the age of 81. She was born January 3, 1943 in Rosedale, New York to the late Fred and Inga Blahnik.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Barbara Blahnik.

She is survived by her husband of over 55 years, BJ Johnson; daughter, Judy Johnson and sister, Ellie (Dan) Parrinelli.

In lieu of...

Rev. Robert Elwood Sims

Rev. Robert Elwood Sims

Oct 15, 2024

Reverend Robert Elwood Sims was born March 14, 1932, at the home of his grandfather in St. Elmo, Alabama to George Washington Sims and Mary Elizabeth Epperson Sims. He came to the end of this life on October 15, 2024.

Elwood received his early education in the public schools of Mobile County, graduating from Murphy High School in 1949. He was...

Evelyn Nell Parton

Evelyn Nell Parton

Oct 15, 2024

Evelyn Nell Creel Parton passed away October 15, 2024 at the age of 90. She was born April 8, 1934 to the late John Andrew Creel and Ila Stone Creel.

On December 8, 1954, she married her husband, Marshall Andrew "Frank" Parton, who preceded her in death in 1964. She was also preceded in death by her sons, Joe Wayne Parton...

Theresa Ann Martin Taylor

Theresa Ann Martin Taylor

Oct 13, 2024

Theresa Martin Taylor passed away October 13, 2024 at the age of 62. She was born December 27, 1961 to the late Leland Martin and Betty Smith Martin.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Greg Taylor.

She is survived by a host of cousins and friends.

The family will hold a memorial service on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 11:00 a.m....

Gail Luker Denmark

Gail Luker Denmark

Oct 12, 2024

Gail Luker Denmark passed away on October 12, 2024 at the age of 77. She was born October 21, 1946 to the late Robert Theodore Luker and Marie Drinkard Luker.

Gail’s quiet demeanor belied a sharp wit that would shine through in the moments she chose to speak. Her laughter was infectious, and she had a remarkable ability to make others...

Evell Rubin, Sr.

Evell Rubin, Sr.

Oct 11, 2024

Mr. Evell Rubin, Sr. age 65 of Selma, Alabama passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, October 11, 2024.

He was born in Wilcox County, Alabama on July 6, 1959 to the late Ernest Rubin and the late Nettie Boykin Rubin. 

He was a truck driver. 

Funeral services for Mr. Rubin will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 12:00 p.m....

Jeffery Edwards

Jeffery Edwards

Oct 8, 2024

Jeffery Alen Edwards passed away October 8, 2024 at the age of 57. He was born August 12, 1967 to the late Robert Kenneth Edwards and Mary Edna Rollins.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Edwards.

He is survived by his children, Courtney (Allen, Jr.) Jatko, Cody Edwards and Rahbia (Tony) Satterwhite; grandchildren, Madison Jatko, Adalynn Jatko, Jason Jatko,...

Charles Lennox

Charles Lennox

Oct 8, 2024

Charles "Chuck" Lennox passed away October 8, 2024 at the age of 72. He was born April 27, 1952 to the late Claude and Anna Lennox.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Lennox; brother, John Lennox and Bob Lennox and sister, Judy Ruff.

He is survived by his children, Tammy Speer of Georgia, Sam (Kay) Lennox of Tennessee, Bobby...

Kenneth Earl Rinehart

Kenneth Earl Rinehart

Oct 6, 2024

Kenneth Earl Rinehart age 67 of Demopolis, Alabama passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024,

He was born on June 18, 1957, to the late Thomas Jefferson Rinehart and the late Barbara Pullen Rinehart.

He was a truck driver.

Mr. Rinehart is survived by his son, Jeff Rinehart (Caitlyn); grandchildren, Thomas Rinehart, Elaine Rinehart, and Alice Rinehart; stepmother, Thomasine Royster; nieces and nephews,...

Kenneth Earl Jones

Kenneth Earl Jones

Oct 4, 2024

Kenneth Earl Jones died October 4, 2024 at the age 77. He was born May 16, 1947 to the late Kenneth Wilson Jones and Hazel Rogerson Jones.

He was preceded in death by his son, Darryl “Tody” Jones.

He is survived by son, Terrell Jones; granddaughter, Payton (Kyle) King; great-grandchildren, Knox King and Talon King; sister, Judi Maske; companion, Hazel Vasser.

A memorial...

Page Morgan Royster

Page Morgan Royster

Oct 2, 2024

Page Morgan Royster age 63 of Selma, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at the Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma. 

She was born in Selma, Alabama on January 25, 1961 to the late Burch Morgan and the late Henrietta Harvell Morgan.

Page was a former nursing assistant.

She leaves behind her siblings, Pam Morgan and Phillip (Jennie) Morgan; and her...

Betty S. Barrett Ratliff

Betty S. Barrett Ratliff

Sep 30, 2024

Betty S. Barrett Ratliff passed away September 30, 2024 at the age of 92. She was born February 28, 1932 to the late O.T. and Lula Stoudenmire.

Many knew Betty as a dedicated professional, having spent her later years as an Administrative Assistant for the State of Alabama, working diligently in the Alabama Department of Transportation's field offices for over a...

Marian Harris Busby

Marian Harris Busby

Sep 28, 2024

Marian Harris Busby age 91 of Valley Grande, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 28, 2024.

She was born on December 18, 1932 to the late Harold Hayes Oliver and the late Mable Morrow Oliver.

She was a faithful member of the Houston Park Church of Christ.

Ms. Busby is survived by her children, Tommy Harris (Selena) and Jane Harris; grandchildren, John Harris, Mary...

Joan Hininger Pardue

Joan Hininger Pardue

Sep 24, 2024

Joan Hininger Pardue passed away September 24, 2024 at the age of 90 in Selma, Alabama. She was born February 28, 1934 in Woodward, Oklahoma, South of Fargo on her father and mother’s homeplace. She was the daughter of Murial Joseph Hininger and Iona Juanita Salsberry Hininger.

Joan graduated from Fargo High School in Fargo, Oklahoma and attended the Oklahoma State...

Mary Lou Johnson

Mary Lou Johnson

Sep 22, 2024

Mary Lou Dorough Johnson passed away September 22, 2024 at the age of 82. Our beloved Mama and other Mama “Udda Mama”’s life work was raising her four daughters and her precious grandchildren and many, many of the girl’s friends.

She was born January 3, 1942 to the late Willie H. and Ruth Kennington Dorough. Mama had a heart that never...

Brenda Meherg Smedley

Brenda Meherg Smedley

Sep 21, 2024

Brenda Meherg Smedley age 72 of Burnsville, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Baptist Hospital South in Montgomery, Alabama. 

Brenda was born on December 24, 1951 to the late Theodore Meherg and the late Joyce Kennedy Meherg.

She was a homemaker and worked in the construction industry for many years. She loved the beauty of flowers and trees and...

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