Obituaries
Bruce Hughes
Jun 13, 2024
Bruce Hughes, a dedicated outdoorsman, conservationist, former Captain in the Alabama National Guard, and current member of the Valley Grande City Council passed away on June 13, 2024. Born on June 25, 1952, Bruce was known for his passion for nature and his unwavering commitment to preserving the environment.
Throughout his life, Bruce tirelessly worked to protect the natural world he...
Russell Comer Spence
Jun 12, 2024
Russ Comer Spence of Daphne, Alabama and formerly of Selma, passed away on June. 12, 2024 at the age of 57.
Russ was born in Selma, Alabama on March 8, 1967 to the late Charles Edward Spence and Marceline Violet Spence.
He was a lover of Alabama football, race boat driving, and bull riding. He was the former Dean of the Pressure...
Hazel Lee King
Jun 10, 2024
Hazel Lee King, more commonly known to those who loved her as “Grandma Lee” passed away peacefully on Monday June 10, 2024 at St. Francis Hospital in Columbus, GA. Born on October 5, 1937, in Farmersville, AL to Walter H and Sarah Ida Parrish. Lee spent 86 wonderful years spreading love, joy, sarcasm and sass to all around her. Lee was retired civil...
Edna Copfer Wiechers
Jun 9, 2024
Edna Winifred Copfer Wiechers of Valley Grande, Alabama passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at the Lighthouse Rehab and Healthcare in Selma at the age of 98.She was born in Ohio on April 13, 1926 to the Late Clarence and Anna Copfer.She worked in the sales industry.She is survived by her children, Lynn Kopp (Steve), Barbara Cable (Tom), Janice...
Robert Allen Ingram, Sr.
Jun 8, 2024
Robert Allen Ingram, Sr. passed away June 8, 2024. He was born April 20, 1943 to the late Albert Ingram and Florine Ashe Ingram. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Edna Bruner; daughter, Sherry Ingram Pfeiffer; siblings, Lena Johnson and Jimmy Ingram and brother-in-law, Conrad Thompson. He is survived by his children, Teri I. McDonough, Robert A. Ingram, Jr.,...
John Neilson Furniss
Jun 5, 2024
John Neilson Furniss passed into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father on June 5, 2024, at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare after complications from a recent surgery. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frances Beverley Hill Furniss and John Perkins Furniss, his brother Allan Furniss, and his nephew, Furniss Maxwell.
He is survived by his beloved wife of over...
John "Jay" Joseph Harrison
May 24, 2024
Jay Harrison passed away May 24, 2024 at the age of 52. He was born November 4, 1971 to the late Thomas F. "Ba" Harrison and Shirley Abrams Harrison. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Clifton and Evelyn Harrison; uncles, Frank Abrams and Tom McRee; aunt, Minnie Abrams and his best friend, whom he loved like a brother, Mike...
Clarence Alexander
May 20, 2024
Clarence Alexander transitioned from this walk of life on Monday, May 20, 2024 at the Lighthouse Rehab and Healthcare Facility in Selma, Alabama at the age of 65.He was born in Selma, Alabama on June 28, 1958 to the late Malachi French and the late Ada Alexander. He was a truck driver. Clarence was also a lover of all things motorcycles. Funeral services...
Joe William Smith
May 17, 2024
Joe W. Smith passed away May 17, 2024 at the age of 101. He was born October 12, 1922 to the late Cecil Aubrey Smith and Mary Zelma Pougue. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Phillips Smith; children, Mary Jane Smith, Luther Smith and Teresa Smith Godbold; siblings, Jimi Louise Kadrey, Claude Smith, Philip Smith, Fannie Mae...
George Arthur Wiltsie, Sr.
May 17, 2024
George A. Wiltsie, Sr. - known to all as “Buddy” - left this Earth peacefully on May 17, 2024 in his home in Selma, AL after a formidable battle with cancer surrounded by family.Buddy was loved by, and touched so many, through his tireless work for God, his unlimited generosity, good deeds (both known and unknown), and general awesomeness. He...
Billy Griffith Boozer
May 17, 2024
Billy Griffith Boozer went home to be with the Lord on May 17, 2024. He was born July 11, 1926 to the late Thomas Richard Boozer and Mattie Griffith Boozer.He was a Veteran and was a member of Fairview Baptist Church for 69 years and truly dedicated to his Lord always. He was a loving father, grandpa, great-grandpa, and great-great...
William Bert Fulford, Jr.
May 15, 2024
William Bert "Bill" Fulford, Jr., a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully at home in Bay Minette, Alabama on May 15, 2024. Bill was born on September 23, 1941 in Vallejo, CA.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Howard and Alma Fulford and parents, William B. Fulford and Lillian D. Sewell.
Bill is survived by his...
Leona Patricia "Pat" Williams Phillips
May 14, 2024
Leona Patricia "Pat" Williams Phillips of Valley Grande, Alabama passed away at the Lighhouse Rehab and Healthcare in Selma at the age of 82.She was born in Alabama on November 11, 1941.She retired from Henry Brick Company.Pat is survived by her husband, Robert P. "Bob" Phillips; son, Paul Mark Phillips (Suzanne); daughters-in-law, Alicia Phillips and Dana Phillips; grandchildren, Preston Scott...
Wallace Emmett Daniels
May 12, 2024
Wallace Emmett Daniels passed away May 12, 2024 at the age of 87. He was born July 30, 1936 to the late Porter Daniels and Carrie Whatley Daniels. He was preceded in death by his brother, Morgan Daniels and sister, Denny Carlisle. He is survived by his daughters, Kelly Ann Daniels and Nancy Sparks; grandchildren, Kandice (Jonathon) Ray, Kaylen (Justin) Ditesch, Sam...
Judith Elaine Henderson
May 12, 2024
Judith Elaine Henderson, a woman whose life was a tapestry of love, kindness, and adventure, passed away on May 12, 2024. Born on July 16, 1949, in Selma, Alabama, Judith touched the lives of many with her warmth compassion.One of the most captivating aspects of Judith's life was her love story with her husband, Michael. Their union began in Selma...
Samuel McClinton Burge
May 11, 2024
Samuel McClinton Burge, Sr. passed away May 11, 2024 at the age of 76. He was born August 15, 1947 to the late Arthur and Mattie Lee Burge. He was preceded in death by his sons, James Burge and Chris Burge and brother, Ricky Burge. He is survived by his children, Sam (Kristine) Burge, Jr., Mechell (Charles) Elam; Paul Lee Burge (Kris)...
Elizabeth Anne Pilcher
May 11, 2024
Elizabeth “Anne” Griffing Pilcher, of Selma, Alabama departed this world on May 11, 2024, surrounded by friends and family. Anne will always be remembered by all as an incredible teacher, artistic soul and a caring friend. She had a ready laugh, fun-loving presence and an unmatched passion for living life positively. Her joy in life was only overshadowed by her...
Wanda Duncan Ward
May 10, 2024
Wanda Duncan Ward of Valley Grande, Alabama passed away on May 10, 2024 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama at the age of 68.
She was born December 21, 1955 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Duncan.
She was retired from International Paper.
She leaves behind a legacy of love for family, including her husband, Gary Evans; her children, Mitzi Gilchrist (Brian),...
Henry Fisher LeVert
May 10, 2024
Henry Fisher LeVert, a dedicated, compassionate and cheerful man, passed away May 10, 2024 at the age of 86, surrounded by close family. He touched the lives of many with his kind heart and infectious sense of humor. Henry will be remembered for his unwavering commitment to his family, Christian faith, Christian service, friends and community.He was born May 1,...
Martha Wilson Plummer
May 8, 2024
Martha Wilson Plummer passed away May 8, 2024 at the age of 79. She was born January 8, 1945 to the late Esther Waters Wilson and Hallett Webster Wilson. She was preceded in death by her brothers, H.D. (Sue) Wilson and William L. (Margaret) Wilson. She is survived by her cousin, Shirley Harris and niece, Kelly May and her many friends and...
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