Obituaries
Carla Denise Johnson
Aug 16, 2024
Carla Denise Stanton (Johnson) was born on April 13, 1976, to Frederick and Gloria Stanton. She joined Patrice in the family and was later joined by Kimberlee.
Her early education began in the Birmingham City School system. Her love for music began when she learned to play the saxophone in Third Grade. Her education continued as a student at Midfield High...
Lorraine G. Johnson
Aug 13, 2024
Lorraine Johnson was born on June 4, 1948, to the late Alga G.Gatson and Mattie M. Gatson. She was the second child of six children.
At an early age, Lorraine confessed Christ and joined First Baptist Church of Powderly under the late Reverend Smith Thomas. Later, she was united with the West Tabernacle Baptist Church. She was a faithful and dedicated...
Maurice S. Muhammad
Aug 12, 2024
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The “beautiful life” of Maurice Stephone (Mack) Muhammad began on August 9, 1969, in the Edgewater Community of Birmingham, Alabama with his loving mother, Dr. Jacqueline Whitfield Stewart, and his father, Walter Mack, who preceded him in death. This “picturesque journey” concluded Monday, August 12, 2024.
Maurice was denoted as a leader...
Tasha Lynn Garrison
Aug 12, 2024
Tasha L. Garrison was born June 5, 1978, in Laverne, Alabama.
At the age of 18 she enlisted in the United States Air Force. She honorably served her country.
In 2001, Tasha met the love of her life, Earl. On January 31st, they were united in Holy Matrimony. Together, they shared 23 years of love, joy and family. Their bond was truly...
Harold Gene Peterson
Aug 7, 2024
Harold Gene Peterson, affectionately called "Skippy" was born on December 2, 1951 in Bessemer, Alabama, to the late Richard and Elizabeth Peterson. Peacefully he entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.
Harold was a proud graduate of Brighton High School. Harold dedicated 30 years of his career at US Steel before retiring in 2004....
Herbert Dunn, Jr.
Aug 5, 2024
Brother Herbert Dunn, Jr. was born on May 23, 1934, in Greensboro (Hale County), Alabama. He was the son of the late Hubert, Sr. and Frances Dunn of Bessemer, Alabama.
In his Christian home, he learned early in life his personal path of duty and confessed hope in Christ at an early age. Later moving to Bessemer, Alabama in 1937, he...
Frank Phillips, Jr.
Aug 4, 2024
Frank Phillips, Jr., affectionately known as "Sonny", graced the world with his presence on February 10, 1940, in Bessemer, Alabama. He was the beloved son of the late Mr. Frank Phillips, Sr. and Carrie T. Phillips. From the moment he was born, his curly hair and radiant smile brought boundless joy to the life of his parents.
Frank embraced...
Ronald Wayne Williams
Aug 1, 2024
Ronald Wayne Williams was born August 18, 1957, to Joe Lee Williams and Jessie Mae Williams. Ronald (everyone who knew him called him Wayne and for those closest to him the affectionate nickname was "Dawg") grew up in Bessemer, Alabama. He was the youngest of eight siblings born to the union of Joe and Jessie Mae. His parents along with...
Baby Jacquez De'Shun Kirkland
Jul 19, 2024
On January 27, 2022, Baby Jacquez "BJ" Kirkland, started a journey and on July 19,2024, was embraced in the arms of our Heavenly Father. This was a glorious moment touched by the goodness of God, as he took his angelic wings.
His life's mission was clear. He was not meant to stay here. So to his devoted parents; Jacquez...
Amelia Jackson
Jul 18, 2024
A sweet jewel, affectionately known as Mrs. Amelia, was born in Hale County, Greensboro, Alabama on August 13, 1934 to Mary Jeffries and Raymond Thomas.
Amelia confessed belief in Christ at an early age. In 1941, the family relocated to Bessemer, Alabama. Alongside her mother, Amelia joined Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church, where she became an active member and served in...
Joyce Ann Olds
Jul 15, 2024
On July 15, 2024, the Lord plucked a flower from our garden that will be greatly missed, our sister and friend Joyce Ann Olds (June 6, 1950 to July 15, 2024). She was the oldest of six children born to Edmond, Sr. and Ella Ruth Olds.
Joyce lived and worked in Chicago, Illinois for 46 years. She was the mother of...
Corine Joy Cowens
Jul 14, 2024
Corine Joy Cowens was born on March 4, 1947, in Bessemer, Alabama, the beloved daughter of Lena May Williams.
She attended elementary school at Old Jonesboro Negro School.
Early in life professed her love for God, receiving baptism under the guidance of Reverend Charles E. Henry at age 11 in 1957, from Friendship Baptist Church in Uniontown, Alabama.
On September 17, 1992, Corine...
Jonathan L. Bradberry
Jul 10, 2024
Jonathan L. Bradberry, affectionately known as "Joe" and "Phat Joe", was born in Birmingham, Alabama on September 28, 1968.
At an early age, he accepted Christ and was baptized. He loved singing in the church choir. As an adult, his church family became The Worship Center Christian Church.
Being a husband, a father and grandfather were three of...
Christopher Whitely
Jul 1, 2024
Christopher A. Whitely was born on June 7, 1963, to the late Mrs. Lillian Whitely Whitt and Mr. Britt Houser, Sr. in Selma, Alabama.
He accepted Christ at an early age and united with Morning Star Baptist Church in Selma, Alabama under the leadership of Reverend Isaac Acoff. After relocating to Birmingham, Alabama, he joined Bethel Baptist Church under pastoral leadership...
Lucille Lee Brown
Jun 30, 2024
Lucille brown was born to Leroy and Susie Mae Brown on September 10, 1935, in Bessemer, Alabama. She was the oldest of four children. Her siblings are Lula Mae (deceased), Dorothy, and Leroy Jr. (deceased). Her son, Lester Brown, also preceded her in death.
Lucille accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior and was baptized at an early age....
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