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Randy Benton

Randy Benton

Apr 21, 2024

Randy Benton passed away April 21, 2024 at the age of 69. He was born on April 4, 1955 to the late William John and Dora Benton. Randy's journey on this earth was defined by his passion for building and creating. As a dedicated carpenter, he poured his heart and soul into every project, whether it was a simple chicken coop...

Jane Alice Stanley

Jane Alice Stanley

Apr 20, 2024

Jane Alice Stanley of Valley Grande, passed away at Brookwood Baptist Health in Alabaster on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at the age of 75.She was born in Louisiana on November 30, 1948 to the late Nealus Johnson and the late Betty Johnson.Has had various job titles, but her last position was serving as a Nanny.She is survived by her children;...

Bonnie Mae Lipsey

Bonnie Mae Lipsey

Apr 17, 2024

Bonnie Mae Lipsey, aged 94, passed away at her home in Selma, Alabama, after a long illness, on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.  She was preceded in death by her parents, James Carl York and Fanny York; her husbands, Presley Kelsoe and John William Lipsey and eleven brothers and sisters.She is survived by two sons, Scott Lamar (Trish) Kelsoe of Bradford,...

George Robert Beers, IV

George Robert Beers, IV

Apr 16, 2024

George Robert "Bert" Beers, IV passed away April 16, 2024 at the age of 54. He was born October 11, 1969 in Selma, Alabama. After graduating from John T. Morgan Academy, he completed his education at the University of Alabama  A lifelong accomplished and avid golfer, he attended Alabama on a golf scholarship, after having received scholarship offers from numerous other Division...

Bernice "Polly" English

Bernice "Polly" English

Apr 15, 2024

Bernice "Polly" English passed away April 15, 2024 at the age of 89. She was born August 30, 1934 to the late Noah Thomas Morgan and Mary Louise Morgan.  She was preceded in death by her sister, Martha Burge and her brothers, Russell Morgan, Gerald Morgan, Raymond Morgan and Virgil Morgan and son-in-law, David Rinehart. She is survived by her husband of...

Timothy A. Rubin

Timothy A. Rubin

Apr 14, 2024

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” - Isaiah 41:10Mr. Timothy A. Rubin, age 44 of Selma, Alabama, departed this walk of life on Sunday, April 14, 2024. Funeral services will be held on...

Nancy Stewart Mason Bernard

Nancy Stewart Mason Bernard

Apr 13, 2024

Nancy Stewart Mason Bernard passed away on April 13, 2024, following a short but courageous battle with cancer. A native of Benton, Alabama, Nancy was born on July 9, 1958 to the late Dudley and Nancy Shanahan Mason.Nancy was a graduate of Lowndes Academy. Then she happily followed in her father’s footsteps and attended Auburn University where she received her...

Edward Leon Smith

Edward Leon Smith

Apr 12, 2024

Edward Leon Smith of Clanton and formerly of Selma, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 12, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family at the age of 79.He was born in Alabama on August 27, 1944 to the late Jack Smith and the late Odessa Bullins Smith.Mr. Smith retired from Royal Vending. He is survived by his wife, Martha L....

Houston Edwards

Houston Edwards

Apr 5, 2024

Benjamin Houston Edwards passed away April 5, 2024 at the age of 81. He was born August 10, 1942 to the late Willie Dudley Edwards and Carrie Ruth Edwards. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Mary Ruth Holley, Doris E. Zimmerman, James W. Edwards, Reverend W.N. "Sonny" Edwards, Lt. Col. John R. Edwards, Ret., bulldog, Buster and a host...

Jimmie Dillard Ford, Jr.

Jimmie Dillard Ford, Jr.

Apr 2, 2024

Jimmie D. Ford, Jr. passed away April 2, 2024 at the age of 81. He was born May 9,1942 to the late Jimmie D. Ford and Ruby Eiland Ford. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Lola Jean Ford and Martha Halkias; brothers, Eugene Ford, David Ford, Richard Ford, Randy Ford and Donald Ford.

He is survived by his wife...

Earl Rome Nelson

Earl Rome Nelson

Mar 30, 2024

Earl Rome Nelson passed away March 30, 2024 at the age of 81. He was born January 21, 1943.He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Nelson and later wife, Judy Ivey. He is survived by his step-son, John (Amy) Ivey; step-daughter, Julie Ivey and step-son, Roy Thomley;  grandchildren, Ivey Ivey, Aloria Ivey Dembo, Joseph Ivey and David Billings.He will...

Charlotte Beverly Perry

Charlotte Beverly Perry

Mar 27, 2024

Charlotte Beverly Perry, 74, of Selma, Alabama passed away March 27, 2024. She was born November 26, 1949 to the late Robert "RD" Beverly and the late Sarah Beverly Kezer.The family will receive friends at Lawrence Brown-Service Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. Funeral services will follow beginning at 1:00 p.m. with Chaplain Douglas McKinney officiating...

Timothy James Carswell

Timothy James Carswell

Mar 25, 2024

Timothy James Carswell, a beloved husband, father, and hardworking individual, passed away on March 25, 2024. He was born on May 5, 1967 to the late Lois Y. and Earl D. Carswell and he leaves behind a legacy of dedication and love that will forever be cherished by those who knew him.Timothy's journey in life was marked by his passion...

Billy Charles Seymore

Billy Charles Seymore

Mar 24, 2024

Billy Charles Seymore passed away March 24, 2024 at the age of 83. He was born September 28, 1940 to the late James Cawthon Seymore and Clara Smith Seymore. He was preceded in death by his wife, June DeRamus Seymore; brother, Jimmy Seymore; sister, Stella Terrell and brothers-in-law, Kenneth DeRamus, Bill DeRamus, Albert DeRamus and Bill Terrell. He is survived by his...

Mary Evelyn Sellers

Mary Evelyn Sellers

Mar 20, 2024

Mary Evelyn Sellers passed away March 20, 2024 at the age of 79. She was born August 14, 1944 to the late Dan and Lillie Bell McIntyre.She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Martin Sellers; sisters, Eva Ethridge and Joyce Turner and brother, Ellis McIntyre, Sr.She is survived by her children, Lisa (Bobby) Nance and Dan (Sharon) Sellers;...

Harry James Cogar, Sr.

Harry James Cogar, Sr.

Mar 19, 2024

Harry James Cogar, Sr. passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at Brookwood Baptist Hospital in Alabaster at the age of 89.Mr. Cogar served in the U.S. Navy for more than 20 years and retired as a Gunners Mate Chief.Later in his career, he was a mechanic.He is survived by his children, Harry J. Cogar, Jr. and Katherine Louise (Frank)...

Teresa Riddle

Teresa Riddle

Mar 19, 2024

Teresa Riddle, aged 71, died on March 19, 2024 after a battle with cancer in Pelham, AL. Teresa was born March 28, 1951 in Selma, AL. She is survived by her loving husband Larry Wade Riddle, her children Brooke Kaiser and Jarrod Nichols, stepson Brian Riddle (Robin), her sister Jacqueline Mims (Rick), seven grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. She is preceded in...

Thomas Edward Fischer, Jr.

Thomas Edward Fischer, Jr.

Mar 16, 2024

Tommy Fischer died at his home on March 16, 2024 at the age of 60. He was born November 1, 1963, the son of the late Thomas E. Fischer, Sr. and Mabel Ousley Fischer. He will be dearly missed by his wife of 37 years, Crystal Fischer; children, Hunter Fischer and Lyndsay Fischer.No public funeral services are scheduled.

Norma Jean Moon

Norma Jean Moon

Mar 15, 2024

Norma Jean Moon passed away March 15, 2024 at the age of 86. She was born October 1, 1937 to the late Zeddie Williams and Dorothy Williams Chandler.She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy J. Moon; precious daughter, Jeanne H. (Johnny) Waters; sister, Martha W. Alsbrook and brothers, Jessie E. Williams and Stephen L. Williams.She is survived by...

Martha Jean Roden

Martha Jean Roden

Mar 14, 2024

Martha Jean Roden passed away March 14, 2024 at the age of 78. She was born January 28, 1946 to the late Joe Nabors and Jo Emma Nabors Cole. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Claude Lowery McKey, Jr. and Claude James Roden. She is survived by her children, James Doyal McKey and Cynthia Sanders Dunaway; grandchildren, Lowery Chase Lee...

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