Obituaries
Louie Adkison
Feb 5, 2026
Louie "Country Boy" Allen Adkison passed away Febraury 5, 2026 at the age of 86. He was born June 12, 1939 to the late Fred Adkison and Allie Ruth Early Adkison. He spent over 42 years dedicating his professional life as a district storekeeper with Alabama Power. His hard work and commitment were mirrored by the love and joy he...
Henry Lee Peake, Jr.
Feb 4, 2026
Henry Lee Peake, Jr. passed away February 4, 2026 at the age of 84. He was born April 24, 1941 to the late Henry Lee Peake, Sr. and Edna Lunette Stocks Barnes.
Lee's educational journey began at A. G. Parish High School, where he graduated with the class of 1959 as a star basketball player. His athletic talents carried him to...
Mildred Walker Holloway
Feb 2, 2026
Mildred Walker Holloway, age 83 of Marion Junction, Alabama passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026 after a lengthy illness. She was born October 18, 1942 to the late Clarence Roy Walker, Jr. and Alice Bell Brandenburg in Mobile, Alabama.
She lived her early years in Mobile, Alabama, and it is there where she met Norman Robert Alvin Holloway of Pensecola,...
Theresa Nell Averette
Feb 1, 2026
Theresa Nell Averette passed away on February 1, 2026 at the age of 66. She was born on May 18, 1959, to Margarette Averette and the late Irby Averette.
She is survived by her beloved mother, and her siblings: Christine Chappelle (Michael), Sherry Bennett (Rue), Jeannie Averette, Micheal Averette (Angelia), Russell Champion, Vic Quigley and Loretta Averette. Theresa also leaves behind...
Calvin Lamar Wilson
Jan 30, 2026
Calvin Lamar Wilson passed away January 30, 2026 at the age of 66. He was born May 21, 1959 to the late John Calvin Wilson and JoAnn Nichols Wilson.
Lamar was quiet in nature and a master at his craft. He done things his way.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Randall Wilson.
He is survived by his children, Bryant Wilson...
Lucille Wade
Jan 28, 2026
From a young age, Lucille dedicated her life to serving others. Her professional path began with pride as she worked for the Billy Graham Ministry in North Carolina, a role that imbued her with a profound sense of purpose. For many years, she excelled as a secretary, demonstrating diligence and an unwavering commitment to her work. Yet, her true calling...
James M. Trent Flournoy
Jan 28, 2026
James M. "Trent" Flournoy passed away January 28, 2026 at the age of 43. Trent passed away following a period of declining health related to his time in military service. He gave of himself in service to his country, a sacrifice he carried throughout his life. He was born February 9, 1982 in Selma, Alabama.
James forged a commendable career in...
Ivy Jimmy Griffin, Jr.
Jan 25, 2026
Ivy J. Griffin Jr., TSgt, USAF (Ret.) passed away January 25, 2026 at the age of 91. He was born born August 14, 1934 to the late Ivy J. and Gladys E. Griffin.
A proud veteran, Jim served his country with distinction in the U.S. Air Force, retiring after 20 years of honorable service as a logistician. His commitment and dedication...
Donald Edgar Ballard
Jan 23, 2026
Donald Edgar Ballard passed away peacefully January 23, 2026 at the age of 68, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born June 29, 1957 to the late Libby Jean Wilkerson Ballard and Parham Booker Ballard.
Don was a remarkable individual whose quiet demeanor belied the strength and dedication he demonstrated throughout his life's work and passions. Throughout his career, Don...
Goldie Mae Brooks
Jan 21, 2026
Goldie Mae Brooks passed away January 21, 2026 at the age of 90. She was born February 21, 1935 to the late Thomas Pickard and Nora Weaver Pickard.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James L. Brooks; sons, Harold L. Brooks and Ronald W. Brooks; daughter, Joyce A. Brooks and grandson, James Brooks, II.
She is survived by her son,...
Roy Clark Barr
Jan 20, 2026
Roy Clark Barr passed away January 20, 2026 at the age of 74. He was born June 4, 1951 to the late Arthur Richmond "Buck" Barr and Marie L. Tyson.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Annie Mae Barr; step-daughter, Ginger Terry; brother, Guy David Barr; sister, Sarah Marie Crosby and step-father, John Tyson.
A proud veteran of the U.S....
Wiley Albert Ingram
Jan 19, 2026
Wiley Albert Ingram passed away January 19, 2026 at the age of 84. He was born January 26, 1941 in Autaugaville, Alabama to the late L. T. Ingram and Allie Frances Langston Ingram.
After graduating high school, he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he became a Staff Sergeant serving in the 356 th Tactical Fighter Squadron based in...
Frank C. Abrams
Jan 17, 2026
Frank Christopher Abrams passed away on January 17, 2026 at the age of 65 surrounded by family after a tough battle with Lung cancer.
He was born October 8, 1960 to the late Frank H and Minnie Marcinowski Abrams.
Frank is preceded in death by his father; Frank H Abrams and mother; Minnie Marcinowski Abrams, grandparents; Leo and Esther Scott Marcinowski, Martice...
Brian Griffin
Jan 17, 2026
Brian Keith Griffin passed away January 17, 2026 at Vaughn Regional Medical Center at the age of 57. He was born August 15, 1968 to Ivy Jim Griffin and the late Gladys Pearl Hughes Griffin.
As a carpenter from the young age of 15, Brian dedicated his life to the craft, pouring not only his skills but also his heart into...
Margaret Allen Williams
Jan 16, 2026
Margaret Diane Allen Williams passed away January 16, 2026 at the age of 70. She was born November 28, 1955 to the late Jimmie James Allen and Mollie Green Allen.
Her journey through life spanned many places, from her birthplace in Selma, Alabama, to the charming landscapes of Houma, Louisiana, and Chattanooga, Tennessee, before she returned home to Selma in 2008....
Claude Chambers Strother, Jr.
Jan 16, 2026
Claude Chambers Strother, Jr. passed away January 16, 2026 at the age of 82. He was born March 11, 1943 to the late Claude Strother, Sr. and Sarah Bruce Strother.
Claude spent many years in the family cattle business before retiring. He bought a beach house for Bettie where they enjoyed some of the best years of their lives dancing, listening...
Brian Edward Calhoun
Jan 15, 2026
Brian Edward Calhoun passed away January 15, 2026 at the age of 64. He was born October 8, 1961 to Sean Noel Calhoun and Violet Madelyn Haines Simpson.
He was known as a successful self-employed business owner who specialized in custom airbrush painting for motorcycles and cars. His artistic talent shone through not only in his paintings but also in his...
Roger Dainwood Butler
Jan 13, 2026
Selma businessman and jeweler Roger Dainwood Butler died on January 13, 2026. He was born January 10, 1938, the son of Roger Coleman Butler, Jr., and Willilou Howell Grubbs. He attended Selma public schools and graduated from Albert G. Parrish High School in 1956. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the University of Alabama. While there,...
Wilma Jean Taylor
Jan 11, 2026
Wilma Jean Taylor passed away January 11, 2026 at the age of 89. She was born in Verbena, Alabama on December 10, 1936 to the late Wilson Maddox and Edna Eylene Scott.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Edward Taylor; her parents and her step-father, Robert Edward Clark
She is survived by her children, Walter Blaine Taylor and Roger...
Earl Powell Bryant
Jan 5, 2026
Earl Powell Bryant, 83, of Selma, died Monday Jan. 5, 2025.
Funeral services will be Friday, Jan 9, 2026 at 11 a.m. at Shiloh Baptist Church in Sardis with Brother Gary Powell officiating. Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery in Prattville, with Lawrence Brown-Service Funeral Home of Selma directing. Visitation will be at the funeral home in...
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