Jan 6, 2026

Bettie Jean Bailey, affectionally known as "Bettie B," was born September 30, 1939, in Columbus. Mississippi to Eddie Perkins and Sally B. Jones.

Bettie was known for her kindness, strength, dedication, faith, cooking, sense of humor, being outspoken, and memorable quotes and scriptures.

A TIME TO BUILD

Bettie confessed her life to Christ at a young age. For 60+ years,...

Jan 3, 2026

BIRTH

Ms. Patricia Walker Pharris was the first child born to Benjamin and Oreeda Walker on February 28, 1942.CAREER

Patricia was a devoted nurse whose life was defined by compassion, service and unwavering dedication to the care of others.

She leaves behind a legacy of kindness that will be remembered by all who were fortunate enough to know her.

EDUCATION

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Dec 25, 2025

Eddie Lee Shelton was born October 20, 1951, in Pineapple, Alabama, to the late Emma Waters Shelton and the late Eddie Lee Cunningham.

He went to school in Beatrice, Alabama. Then, his family relocated to Bessemer, Alabama in the early seventies.

For more than 30 years, he was a dedicated worker at Coca-Cola Bottling Company before retiring.

He was preceded...

Dec 22, 2025

King Solomon Colley was born in Birmingham, Alabama, on September 30, 1944, to the late James W. Colley and the late Mae Anna Barnes Colley.

King attended Wenonah High School in Birmingham through the eleventh grade and completed his senior year at Eutaw High School in Eutaw, Alabama, graduating as Valedictorian in 1962. In 1979 King earned an Associate Degree...

Dec 21, 2025

Carl Earl Barnes, Sr. was born in Woodward, Alabama to the late Willie Barnes and Willie Mae (Russell) Pippen on April 4, 1930.Carl accepted Christ at an early age and he joined First Baptist Church Woodward. For many years, he was a faithful Choir member and served as President of the Senior Choir as well as a Church Trustee.

He was...

Dec 18, 2025

Lizzie Delores Biddles Bester was born on January 2, 1936, in Bullock County, to Roosevelt and Lillie Lee Biddles.

At an early age, she confessed hope in Christ and joined South Elyton Baptist Church under Reverend Pinson. She united in holy matrimony on September 4, 1954, to Odell Bester, Sr. Later, she joined New Antioch Baptist Church (previously Little Antioch...

Dec 17, 2025

Dec 17, 2025

Bertha Mae "Bert" Gaines Witt was born on March 29, 1941, in Dallas County, Alabama, to the late Mr. Alonzia Gaines, Sr. and Mrs. Lucille Gaines.

She was educated in the Dallas County School System and graduated from Dallas County Training School in 1959.

Bert dedicated several years of faithful service as a surgical technician at Highland Hospital (presently UAB...

Dec 14, 2025

Brother Sidney Harris, Jr., affectionately known to many as "Sunny," transitioned from this life after an extended illness, surrounded by friends and loved ones, on December 14, 2025. He was born on April 4, 1942, in Birmingham, Alabama, to the late Sidney Harris, Sr. and Annie W. Harris.

Brother Harris was the third of ten children and was raised in...

Dec 8, 2025

Mrs. Mary Smith Price affectionately known as "Ella Mae", was born on April 28, 1939, in Bessemer, Alabama to the late Joe Smith and Rebecca Smith. She departed this life Monday, December 8, 2025, at home surrounded by love in Birmingham, Alabama. She was youngest of thirteen children. She often told stories about her sister, Mattie and her going to...

Dec 7, 2025

Marge Blanks Steele was born on March 24, 1955, to Ray Blanks, Sr. and Mattie Pearl Rogers Blanks in Marengo County, Alabama. She grew up in Bessemer, Alabama with seven brothers and sisters.

Giving her life to Christ, she joined Starlight Missionary Baptist Church where she remained a life-long member.

Marge attended Jess Lanier High School and Lawson State Community...

Dec 5, 2025

Vincent Lacey affectionately known as "Beanie" was born March 16, 1972, to the late Jack Lacey and Bobbie Jean McCampbell Lacey in Bessemer, Alabama.

Vincent accepted Christ and was baptized under the leadership of Reverend William E. Scott.

Vincent attended the Bessemer School system.

Vincent was a passionate and a loving person to his family and friends. His presence will...

Dec 5, 2025

Sandra Faye Paige Moody was born June 5, 1948, in Fairfield, Alabama to Will Paige and Marie Hunter Paige.

Sandra Faye accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at the age of eleven and was baptized at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church.

She remained active in Christian service throughout her lifetime as she maintained active membership in Atlanta, Georgia and...

Dec 3, 2025

Stella Mae Allen was born on December 23, 1946, in Birmingham, Alabama to the late Annie Minor.

She attended and later graduated from Carver High School.

Early in her life, Stella married Johnny Mac Crum, and two children were born to this union: Tracy Valencia Crum and Crystal Jaqueast Crum. Stella later married Jimmie Allen in October, 2009.

Stella loved...

Nov 26, 2025

Nov 26, 2025

Minister Henry Matthew O'Neal, a beloved husband passed away November 26, 2025, at the age of 90.

Born in Pell City, Alabama on August 22, 1935. He was the son of Mr. Reuben O'Neal, Sr. and Mrs. Celia Bowie O'Neal. He grew up in Pell City, Alabama and attended the Pell City School system.

At an early age, he confessed...

Nov 22, 2025

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Nov 17, 2025

Minister Charlie Wren, Sr., a beloved son, father, husband, grandfather, mentor, and faithful servant of God, entered into eternal rest on November 17, 2025, at the age of 64.

Born on March 16, 1961, in Bessemer, Alabama, Charlie was the son of Wilson Lee Wren, Sr. and Cornelia Williams Wren Johnson. He was lovingly raised by his mother and his...

Nov 10, 2025