Obituaries
Willie Ward
Apr 13, 2015
Mr. Willie Ward was born on February 13, 1927 in Uniontown, Alabama to the late Louella King and Percy Ward. He was preceded in death by: beloved wife, Lois Palms; son, Larry U. Ward; daughter, Jacqueline Reed and sister Maple Ward. He leaves to cherish his memories: son, Percy (Marjorie) Ward; daughters, Delois (Don) Mason, Arnetta Brooks and Cassandra Ward;...
Henry Burroughs
Apr 4, 2015
Henry E. Burroughs, Sr. was born February 12, 1929 to the late Madison & Carrie Burroughs in Bessemer, AL. He transitioned to his eternal rest on April 4, 2015. Henry was a faithful employee of Harbison & Walker Refractories for 46 years. He served as President of his local union 553 for many years, where his leadership abilities were well...
Jahkerryia Nunn
Apr 3, 2015
On July 30, 1996, Angela Evette Nunn gave birth to a beautiful blessing, a baby girl and today we celebrate her life; one of God's most precious creations, JahKerryia (Lil Bit) Muntrease Nunn. Without warning JahKerryia was called back home into the arms of her Heavenly Father. JahKerryia was a loving and caring young lady that accepted Christ and was...
Mary Russell
Apr 2, 2015
Mary Ann Jones Russell, affectionately known as Bit, was born June 14, 1933 to the late Willie Anna and Adger Jones. Mary confessed her love for Christ at an early age and joined the Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Mary was the youngest of five children, two of whom preceded her in death. Mary was born in Uniontown but raised...
Gloria English
Mar 29, 2015
Gloria Ann English was January 11, 1944 to the late George Hall and Annie Pardern in Bessemer, Alabama. Gloria was educated in the Birmingham City School system. She received her High School Diploma from Wenonah, Class of 1960. Gloria served in many capacities as a secretary, stewardess, Sunday School Teacher, Missionary and member of the choir. She was a dedicated...
Cleveland Coleman
Mar 18, 2015
Mr. Cleveland Coleman was born on October 28, 1949 to late Mr. John Coleman & Rosa Coleman in Heiberger, Alabama. He confessed his love for Christ at an early age. Cleveland grew up in a large, loving family with two sisters and three brothers who affectionately called him June Bug, Cee Cee and Maine. Cleveland married the love of his...
Bettye Wagner
Mar 13, 2015
Bettye Jean Wagner was born September 25, 1947 to William and Evare Wagner in Montgomery, Alabama. Bettye had an impeccable drive for education. She wore many hats and exceeded at each task such as, Cosmetology, Electronics and Journalism. One of her biggest accomplishments came when she earned her Master's Degree in Nursing. Bettye served our country bravely from 1976 -...
Shirley Johnson
Mar 13, 2015
Shirley Ann Johnson was born October 2, 1936 to the parents of Jessie and Lala Jackson. She was a loving and devoted wife to Don C. Johnson until his passing in 1987. She leaves to cherish her memories three sisters; Margaret (Eddie) Neal of Detroit, Michigan, Rowena Weatherspoon of Pineland, Texas, Betty (Richard) Branson of Salem, Virginia and a host...
Demonie Hendon
Mar 9, 2015
Master Demonie Hendon was born to Davonna Hendon on March 14, 2012 in Birmingham, AL at UAB Women's Center, weighing five pounds ten ounces and nineteen inches long. He was an energetic, intelligent and loving baby boy. He was an old soul as if he had been here before. Demonie was excited about attending school along with his brother Jacorrion....
Johnny Pendelton
Mar 4, 2015
Johnny Leon Pendleton was born on December 15, 1941 in Selma, Alabama. During his adolescent years his family relocated to Bessemer, Alabama where he eventually attended Dunbar High School. Upon graduation he joined the Air Force and during this time he travelled to many countries such as France, Germany, and Italy to name a few. While traveling, he quickly immersed...
Willie Stevens
Mar 4, 2015
Willie A. Stevens was born to Willie A. Cameron and Queen E. Stevens October 7, 1984 in Fairfield, Alabama. Willie was the youngest of 3 children. Willie confessed Christ at an early age under the leadership of Rev. O. V. Mosley. He was baptized by Rev. Eddie Washington and joined the Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, where he served as...
Matthew Howard
Feb 28, 2015
Matthew Howard, Jr., a career educator and life-long native of Bessemer, AL, transitioned on Saturday, February 28, 2015. Mr. Howard was a graduate of Dunbar High School. He received his Bachelors degree in Chemistry from Alabama State University in 1952. While there, he served as the president of the Gamma Beta Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and was...
Craig Edwards
Feb 26, 2015
On Thursday, February 26, 2015, at University Hospital, God called his faithful servant home. Craig Smith Edwards, Jr. was born February 17, 1932, in Bessemer, Alabama to the late Craig Smith Edwards, Sr. and Savannah Rainey. At an early age he accepted Christ and became a member of New Bethlehem Baptist Church. He attended Dunbar Elementary School from 1937-1940, G.W....
Janie Curry
Feb 25, 2015
Public visitation will be held on Friday, March 6, from 1-8:00 P.M. at Chambers Funeral Home. Celebration of life service will be held Saturday, March 7, 2015, 12:00 Noon at Fifth Avenue Bethel Baptist Church. Mrs. Curry will be laid to rest in Highland Memorial Gardens.
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