All Obituaries

Tony Warren Jones, 65, passed away April 1, 2026 peacefully at his home in Billingsley Alabama.Born in 1960 Tony lived a life defined by Service to his community and a deep devotion to his family. He served his country in the army and the army National Guard. His years in the Service reflected his strong sense of duty, leadership, and commitment to protecting the nation he loved.Later in life, he cofounded and co-directed the nationwide storm team, a team of individuals that would read radar ...

Mr. Eddie Lee Pryar, age 77, a native of Maplesville, Alabama, devoted husband of 38 years to Mrs. Diana Pryor, was born on February 28, 1949, to the late Virgia Mae Gordon. He departed this life for his eternal home on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.Mr. Pryar was preceded in death by his sister, Martha (Keith D.) Cook.Mr. Pryar was a faithful member of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, where he served as the second Deacons Ministry Assistant Chairman.Mr. Pryar honorably served his country in the United ...

Bernice (Jones) Spence was born on January 24, 1935, to the late Bamon and Eva Mae (Smith) Jones in Greenville, Alabama. The family moved to Verbena, Alabama, during her early years. She later made her home in Clanton, Alabama, where she met and married the late Arthur Robert Earl Spence, Sr. To this union, eight children were born. Bernice accepted Christ at an early age as a member of the Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Verbena.She later joined The Well – Hopewell ...

Beulah Lee Ray Dixon, a Proverbs 31 woman and a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, departed this life on March 26, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family.She was born on May 5, 1949, to the late George and Jessie Mae Ray.Having obeyed the gospel, she lived a life of faithfulness until her health began to fail. Though unable to attend worship in her later days, she stayed devoted through daily Bible reading and by watching In Search of the Lord’s Way.She loved ...

~ A Time To Be Born~Shirley Ann Mason was born to the late Melize (Otis) Reese and the late Callway Caffey on June 3, 1955. She received Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age in Clanton, AL. ~ A Time to Weep and A Time To Rejoice ~On March 24, 2026 at her home in Clanton, AL Shirley was freed of her earthly body peacefully. ~ Love Ones Gone on Before Her~Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Earnest “Bro” Mason Jr, her sisters Rosie Lee (Larry) Smith, Mary Ulmer, ...

EDDIE REED, devoted servant of God and former mayor of Jemison, transitioned from labor to reward on March 16, 2026. Eddie was more than a public servant—he was a pillar of the community, a neighbor, and a friend to many. His presence and wisdom have left a lasting impact on all who knew him. Eddie dedicated much of his life to public service and to the betterment of his community. During his time as mayor, he was known for his leadership, his care for the citizens of Jemison, and his ...

EMMA EARLEAN HALLMAN was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, parents, and her husband, Mickey Hallman. She is survived by her children, Daniel (Ashley) Hallman, Nickole (John) Litwicki, Chris Hallman, Carol (Scottie) Griffith, and Helen (Donald) Roy; grandchildren, Lexi Fincher, Tyler Holmes, Selena Hester, Steven Edwards, Austin Roy, Kaleb Hallman, Ileana Hallman, Saffiera Burchell, Athena Burchell, Aurora ...

Anita was born September 17, 1958, to the late Melvin and Vera Varner Rush in Birmingham, Alabama. After graduating from Chilton County High School in 1976, she attended Alabama State University where she received her Masters degree in Biology and Science. After graduating she accepted her first teaching position at Verbena High School, after which she moved to Enterprise, Alabama, where she continued teaching at Coppinville Junior High school for 34 years with the last 14 years as ...

Debra Barbour-Wilson was born on July 5th, 1956 in Clanton, Alabama. After graduating from Isabella High School in Maplesville, she went on to Samford University in Birmingham where she earned a degree in nursing. From there she went on to work at hospitals in Alabama, Indiana, and finally California. Touching lives and making friends all along the way. If you knew Debra, you know she was not just a nurse by profession, but by way of life. She cared for others so deeply. It didn’t ...

Mrs. Cynthia Jacqueline (Burns) Childers was born to the late Buster James and Lizzie Jackson Burns in Clanton, Alabama, on March 21, 1943. As an only child, she was the joy and delight of her parents and grandparents. She accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized in 1951 at Union Missionary Baptist Church in Clanton, Alabama, and remained a member her entire life. She was active in Sunday School and the church during her childhood and early life. She stated “from the time I ...