Obituaries
Janice Beasley
Feb 22, 2024
Janice R. (Powell) Beasley, affectionately known as "Sweet Tea," had a life filled with love, dedication, and hard work. Born in Perry County, Alabama, on October 3, 1943, to Mr. Joe Powell and Mrs. Mary M. Powell, Janice moved to Michigan in 1965 and spent most of her life there. However, in October 2020, she moved back to Alabama to...
Marilyn Davenport
Feb 21, 2024
Marilyn Denise Scott Davenport leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Doresse Kimball (David) and Ashley Hall (Michael), six grandchildren; Mya, Aston, Dalton, Marley,
Ase and David; two sisters, Betty Dickerson and Jeanette Moore; one brother, Robert Scott (Lynette), and a host of relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her father, Willie G. Scott, Sr., mother, Carrie B. Scott...
Wesley Harris, Jr.
Feb 17, 2024
Wesley Harris, Jr., affectionately known as “Holy”, was born March 8, 1936, in Greensboro, Alabama. He was the second born of three to the union of Wesley Harris and Jimmie Lee Wagner (Jones). He was a member of New Mt. Moriah Baptist Church where he taught Sunday School and was a member of the Men’s Chorus. Wesley grew up in...
Darie Green
Feb 10, 2024
Darie Tyrone Green, Sr. was born June 24, 1961, to the late
Darie Manuel Green and Sallie Mae Green in Bessemer,
Alabama.
He accepted Christ at an early age and united with
Macedonia Baptist Church in Bessemer, Alabama under the
leadership of Reverend B.B. Strawder.
Darie was a 1979 graduate of Wenonah High School. He
later joined the U. S....
Howard L. Rucker
Feb 9, 2024
Howard Lee Rucker affectionately known as "Bae-Brother" to his family and later known as "POPS" within the Midfield community, was born January 4, 1957, to Eula B. Kelly and Joseph E. Rucker (Deceased) in Birmingham, Alabama. Howard received his formal education within the Birmingham City Schools System, completing High School at A.H. Parker HS in 1975. Over the years he...
Vincent Hughes
Feb 5, 2024
Vincent "Tate" Carl Hughes was born on April 13, 1964, to
Bessie Lee White and Levester Hughes in Birmingham, Alabama.
He received his formal education in the Midfield City School
system. Vincent was a car coliseum repair and painting
specialist and was known for his elaborate car painting skills.
Vincent Hughes departed this life on Monday, February 5, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his...
Shirley Camp
Feb 3, 2024
Sister Shirley Galloway Camp, affectionately known as
"Grandma Shirley", was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on February
21, 1946, to the late William and Alma Jean Galloway.
She departed this earthly life on February 3, 2024. God's faithful
servant was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph
P. Camp, Sr. Shirley grew up in Topeka, Kansas where she loved
...
Della G. Scott
Feb 2, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Della G. Scott, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the community. Della's warm and compassionate spirit touched the lives of everyone she encountered. Surrounded by her loving family, she peacefully entered eternal rest on February 2, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness.
Della was born...
Dennis House
Jan 27, 2024
Dennis Gerone House affectionately known as “CeCe”, was born July 24, 1991, to Dennis and Cylenthia in Birmingham, Alabama.
Dennis confessed his faith in Christ at an early age and was baptized under the leadership of Pastor Victor L. Harkins, Sr. Dennis was educated in Bessemer and Birmingham City Schools and Brentwood Elementary, Class of 2009. Dennis, also known as CeCe,...
Willie Long, Jr.
Jan 7, 2024
Willie Long, Jr. was born on September 8, 1952, to the union of Willie, Sr. and Clara Long in Gainesville (Sumter County), Alabama. He was the second oldest child of five siblings.
At an early age, he accepted Christ as his personal Savior and was baptized. He joined First Baptist Church, Ninth Street, in Bessemer, Alabama, under the pastorate...
Cynthia Hobdy
Dec 31, 2023
Cynthia Taylor Hobdy, 66, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on December 31, 2023, in Birmingham, Alabama. She was born on October 1, 1957, in Birmingham, Alabama, to Marion and Lessie Mae Taylor. Cynthia graduated from Minor High School, Class of 1974.
Cynthia became a Welder at Trinity Industries in Bessemer, Alabama. She later attended Birmingham City College of Allied Health, where...
Bobbie Jean Townsend
Dec 29, 2023
My Queen Bobbie Jean Townsend (Bird) was born November 18, 1954, to Mary Moore and Pete and Lillie Mae Moore.She attended Dunbar and Hard Elementary Schools and Abrams High School. At an early age, she confessed Christ as her personal savior under the leadership at Beulah Baptist Church. Bobbie Jean was known to family and friends as Bird. She loved...
Bartholomew Jones
Dec 23, 2023
“Nothing here on earth can prepare our hearts for that last goodbye”.
Mr. Bartholomew D. Jones was born in Birmingham, Alabama to Ms. Edwina Jones on October 28, 1971. He attended the Bessemer City Schools and was employed at Piggly Wiggly Warehouse. Bart had a passion for sports, especially Alabama football. He confessed hope and accepted Christ becoming a member...
Neomia Standfield
Dec 23, 2023
Neomia Standfield was born in Fayette, Alabama, on September 11, 1933, to the late Willie Sizemore and the late Beatrice Loftis. She was the second (2) of five (5) children. In January 1953, Neomia married the love of her life, Robert Lee Standfield Sr, and ten (10) children were born to this union of 27 years.
Neomia graduated from...
Sandra Moore
Dec 22, 2023
Sister Sandra Oreline Spidle Moore was born September 20, 1957, in Bessemer, Alabama to the parentage of Campha and Classie Bell Moore Spidle. She was the eighth child born to this union. At an early age, she confessed hope in Christ and united with the Mars Hill Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Reverend Frank Scott. Sandra later...
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