Deborah Reed Norsworthy

May 17, 2025

Ms. Deborah Reed Norsworthy, a resident of Montgomery, AL, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the age of 68.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles B. & Elizabeth A. Reed, sister Donna R. Stewart and nephew Brandon R. Cox.

She is survived by her daughter, Ashley T. Norsworthy, sisters, Beverly R. Cox (Kenneth) and Brenda R. Smith, stepmother,...

Dorothy Tijo Shirley

May 16, 2025

Mrs. Dorothy Tijo Heisler Shirley, a resident of Opelika, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 16, 2025, at the age of 88.

Tijo was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her children, Brenda Wright (Gary), Timothy Shirley (Jeanne), John Shirley (Rhonda) and Angela Tijo Shirley; grandchildren, Jonathan (Corrina), Stacey (Ben), Lauren (Dustin), Brandon (Jessie), Mallori (Travis),...

Dorothy Juanita Chavis Ballard (Miss Dot)

May 14, 2025

Dorothy Juanita Chavis Ballard (Miss Dot), born October 17, 1934, in Ft. Benning, Georgia, passed away on May 14, 2025. A respected member of her community and a devoted family matriarch, Mrs. Ballard leaves behind a legacy marked by her artistic talents, generosity, and deep commitment to her family and friends.

A life-long seamstress, Miss Dot took great pride in her...

Robert Jerome Southern

May 13, 2025

Mr. Robert Jerome Southern, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at the age of 78. He was Born on January 28, 1947, in Chadron, Nebraska, to Ralph and Jessie Mae Mercer Southern.

As a skilled model maker for the Department of Defense, his work epitomized the highest standards of excellence, reflecting his intelligence and commitment to...

Russell Lance Riley

May 7, 2025

Mr. Russell Lance Riley, a resident of Eclectic, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at the age of 61. He was born January 29, 1964, in Evergreen, Alabama, to David Earl and Betty Fay Hartley Riley.

Mr. Riley is survived by his mother, Betty Riley; best friends, Dirty Jones, Poe Langley, Donovan Nelson and A.J. He is preceded in death...

Sarah Jewel Camp Short

May 3, 2025

Sarah Jewel Camp Short, age 88, of Rogers, Arkansas, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Rogers. She was born February 8, 1937, in East Tallassee, Alabama, to Alfred Banks Camp and Leila Mae Rayfield Camp. Sarah was a Christian and a member of Bland Chapel Church in Rocky Branch, Arkansas. She retired in 1991 as Chief of Finance in...

Walter Ray Posey Jr.

May 1, 2025

Mr. Walter Ray Posey, Jr., a resident of Montgomery, Alabama, passed away Thursday, May 1, 2025, at the age of 79. He was born November 27, 1945, in Tallassee, Alabama, to Walter Ray, Sr. and Louise Stanfield Posey.

Mr. Posey is survived by his wife of forty-two years, Frieda Posey; sons, Walter R. Posey, III and Robert Banton (Lori); daughter, Julie...

Doris Voncille Hurston

Apr 17, 2025

Mrs. Doris Voncille Hurston, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Thursday, April 17, 2025, at the age of 90. She was born July 14, 1934, in Luverne, Alabama, to William Marvin and Lois Daniel Tanner.

Mrs. Hurston is survived by her daughter, Lyn Stephens (Tracy); son, Jim Hurston; grandchildren, Sarah Hurston, Christin Taylor (Brandon), Terry “Trey” Davis (Bethany); great grandchildren,...

Raelei Kay Danford

Apr 11, 2025

Infants Maelei Bethann Danford and Raelei Kay Danford were born Saturday, April 5, 2025, and passed away (Maelei- April 05, 2025, and Raelei- April 11, 2025.)

Maelei and Raelei are survived by their parents, Tyler and Seairah Danford; grandparents, Bethany Kelton (Jason), John Emmitt (Amy Perry) and Laura Danford; great-grandparents, Cindy Flinn, Jimmy and Mitzi Cook and Ed and Cindi Kelton;...

Gahlani Gavona "Laylay" Gayle

Apr 10, 2025

Baby Gahlani Gavona “Laylay” Gayle passed away Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the age of 15 months. She was born January 08, 2024, in Leesburg, Florida, to Gary J. Gayle and Mariah G. Dawson.

Baby Laylay is survived by her parents; brother, Gabriel Gayle; grandparents, Autumn Duncan and Anton Dawson; great grandparents, Laura and Lee Thurman and Sonya Wolthuis and other...

Maelei Bethann Danford

Apr 5, 2025

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Tallassee, AL 36078

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Infants Maelei Bethann Danford and Raelei Kay Danford were born Saturday, April 5, 2025, and passed away (Maelei- April 05, 2025, and Raelei- April 11, 2025.)

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Randall Keith "Randy" Jackson

Apr 5, 2025

Mr. Randall Keith “Randy” Jackson, a resident of Deatsville, Alabama, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the age of 68. He was born In Montgomery, Alabama, November 10, 1956, to Wallace and Janice Mathis Jackson.

Mr. Jackson is survived by his wife of thirty-five years, Kathy Thornton Jackson; daughter, Somer J. Beatty (Geoff); sons, Shay Spivey (Eleanor) and Joshua Jackson...

Wayne Eugene Crutchfield

Mar 31, 2025

Mr. Wayne Eugene Crutchfield, a resident of Tuskegee, Alabama, passed away Monday, March 31, 2025, at the age of 51. He was born December 4, 1973, in Opp, Alabama, to Brooks Raymond, Jr. and Ruth Castillow Crutchfield.

Mr. Crutchfield is survived by his mother, Ruth Castillow Pettis; sons, Dillian Crutchfield (Courtney), Waylon Crutchfield (JoAnna) and Tyler Crutchfield; brothers, Johnny Crutchfield, Sammy...

Earnest Leroy "Roy" Fincher

Mar 31, 2025

Mr. Earnest Leroy “Roy” Fincher, Jr. a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Monday, March 31, 2025, at the age of 76. He was born October 30, 1948, in Birmingham, Alabama, to Earnest L. Sr. and Shellie Becknerd Fincher.

Mr. Fincher is survived by his wife of twenty-two years, Patricia “Patti” Fincher; children, Jaime Huddleston (Tony), Jessica Kagansky (Dmitry), Janelle Cardenas...

Craig Stephen Webster

Mar 29, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Craig Stephen Webster, 65, of Tallassee, Alabama. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to many. Craig passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025. He was born March 22, 1960, in Ashtabula, Ohio.

Craig is survived by his wife of thirty-six years, Mechelle Webster; his mother, Phyllis Smith; sons, Stephen...

Mrs. Margaret Cowham Erb

Mar 21, 2025

Mrs. Margaret Cowham Erb, a resident of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away Friday, March 21, 2025, at the age of 79. She was born December 23, 1945 in Montgomery, Alabama, to Glenn Willard, Jr. and Mildred Johnson Cowham.

Mrs. Erb is survived by her children, Brent C. Slay (Shae), Douglas A. Slay (Emily), Rebecca S. Edmondson (Thomas), Staci E. Oliver and Scott...

Nancy Lillian "Lil" Orozco

Mar 10, 2025

Ms. Nancy Lillian “Lil” Orozco, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Monday, March 10, 2025, at the age of 59. She was born September 7, 1965, in Greenville, Mississippi, to Stanley Glenn and Mary Frances Anthony Ingram.

Ms. Orozco is survived by her sons, Charles Bradley Peeples (Juanita), Justin Orozco (Brittany) and Eric Gamble (Ashley); daughters, Annabelle Grace Orozco, Norma...

Floyd E. Lamberth

Mar 7, 2025

Mr. Floyd E. Lamberth, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Friday, March 7, 2025, at the age of 69. He was born April 15, 1955, in Tallassee, Alabama, to Edgar Earl and Carleene Moore Lamberth.

Mr. Lamberth is survived by his brother, John Edgar Lamberth; nephew, John Earnest Lamberth (Carla); niece, Jana Higgs (Andy); great nephews, Robert Segrest (Samantha), John...

James H Copeland

Mar 7, 2025

Mr. James H. Copeland, a resident of Montgomery, Alabama, passed away Friday, March 7, 2025, at the age of 85. He was born July 9, 1939, in Warrior, Alabama, to William C. and Ruth Hoagland Copeland.

Mr. Copeland is survived by his wife, Nell Copeland; sons, James H. Copeland, Jr. and Danny Devine; daughters, Suzanne Stewart (William) and Beverly Douthit (Charlie);...

Frederick F. "Freddie" Jones

Mar 6, 2025

Mr. Frederick Jones, a resident of Tallassee, Alabama, passed away Thursday, March 6, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born February 19, 1936, in Tallassee, Alabama, to Charlie and Louise Melton Jones.

Mr. Jones is survived by his sons, Jason Jones (Deidre) and Jared Jones; sisters, Bucka Golden and Jerrie Christian; grandchildren, Collin Jones, Evelyn Grace Jones, Jace Jones...