Obituaries

Betty Lane Goodwin Hamm

Betty Lane Goodwin Hamm

Jan 26, 2025

Betty Lane Goodwin Hamm passed away January 26, 2025 at the age of 93. She was born January 19, 1932 to the late Henry Clayton Goodwin and Eva Strickland Goodwin. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernie Hamm; brother, James (Daisy) Goodwin and grandson, Sherman Hamm.

She is survived by her children, Marie (Glenn) Gibbs, Curtis (Alesia) Hamm; grandchildren, Tonya...

Justin Wayne McAfee

Justin Wayne McAfee

Jan 26, 2025

Justin Wayne McAfee, a radiant spirit whose joy for life was only matched by his love for his family and the great outdoors, passed away on January 26, 2025, at the age of 33. He was born on August 5, 1991 in Selma, Alabama to Michael McAfee and Ronda Smith. Justin was a beloved husband, devoted father, and friend who...

James Henry "Jimbo" Mitchell

James Henry "Jimbo" Mitchell

Jan 23, 2025

James Henry “ Jimbo” Mitchell of Selma, Alabama passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, in Montgomery, Alabama at the age of 63.

He was born in Clanton, Alabama on June 28, 1961 to the late J. W. “J-Boy” Mitchell and Doris Abbott Mitchell. He was baptized at Hillcrest Baptist Church on August 21, 1977.

He is survived by his wife of...

Clarence Julian Warren

Clarence Julian Warren

Jan 23, 2025

Buster Warren passed away January 23, 2025 at the age of 82. He was born February 16, 1942 to the late G.B. and Rella Mae Warren.

Known for his incredible heart, Buster had an innate ability to help anyone he could. He became a cornerstone for those seeking a hand, often offering assistance with a smile and a clever joke. His...

Nelda Singleton Alexander Jackson

Nelda Singleton Alexander Jackson

Jan 22, 2025

Nelda Singleton Alexander Jackson of Athens, GA died January 22 ,2025 at the age of 97. Mrs. Jackson was born on March 5, 1927 to the late Bonnie Kate Tillery and William Glover Singleton.

Nelda was a member of Meadowbrook Baptist Church in Gadsden and was especially fond of Linda Riley’s Sunday School class, prior to moving to Birmingham.

Mrs. Jackson was...

Earl Wayne Luker

Earl Wayne Luker

Jan 22, 2025

Mr. Earl Wayne Luker of Selma, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 in Alabaster, Alabama at the age of 75.

He was born in New Jersey on May 24, 1949 to the late Jessie Willard Luker and the late Anna Louise Reitenouer Luker.

Earl began his career with City of Selma Water Works Department in 1982 and was currently still...

Rufus Hagood Craig

Rufus Hagood Craig

Jan 21, 2025

Rufus Hagood Craig passed away on January 21, 2025 in Montgomery, Alabama at the age of 83. He was born in Selma, Alabama on April 18, 1941. The Craig family was an early pioneer family, who settled in the Cahawba area in 1820. 

Rufus was a man of deep faith, who cherished his family, the opportunity to help and encourage others,...

Gladys Joy Rivers

Gladys Joy Rivers

Jan 17, 2025

Gladys Joy Rivers passed away at her home on January 17, 2025 at the age of 87. She was born October 14, 1937 to the late Grady Lee Roberts, Sr. and Emma Naomi Banks Roberts. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas E. Rivers; brothers, Jack Roberts, Tommy Roberts and Grady Roberts, Jr.; sisters, Nellie Smith and Margaret Shimp.

She...

Christopher Frank Moore

Christopher Frank Moore

Jan 17, 2025

Christopher Frank Moore passed away on January 17, 2025 at the age of 60. 

He was born on November 30, 1964 to Dorothy Hearon and Frank Moore. Chris spent time in Selma, Alabama, Orange Beach, Alabama, and Destin, Florida in his lifetime. In his time spent in small coastal towns he grew to love the beach. 

Chris had two sons who he...

Robert Samuel Moseley

Robert Samuel Moseley

Jan 16, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we remember Robert (Bob) Samuel Moseley, who brought so much love, laughter, and yes, a little bit of fire, to all our lives. Born on November 22, 1950, in Louisiana, Bob lived seventy-four vibrant years before leaving us on January 16, 2025, in the familiar embrace of Pleasant Hill, Alabama. 

Bob’s strongest foundation was...

Kenneth Hicks

Kenneth Hicks

Jan 15, 2025

Kenneth Earl "Kenny" Hicks, better known as "Poppa", a devoted family man and an emblem of joy in his community, passed away on January 15, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy woven into the very fabric of cotton fields, family gatherings, and the melodies of life that he cherished deeply. A passionate cotton farmer, Kenny dedicated his heart and soul...

Dianne Ramsey Woodruff

Dianne Ramsey Woodruff

Jan 13, 2025

Dianne Woodruff, a resident of Birmingham, went to her heavenly home on January 13, 2025 at the age of 85.

A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Sister Springs Baptist Church, Tyler AL with Bro. Jim Tate officiating and Lawrence Brown-Service Funeral Home directing. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The...

Angie Pardue

Angie Pardue

Jan 12, 2025

Angie Lynn McCay Pardue passed away January 12, 2025 at the age of 47. She was born October 11, 1977 in Birmingham, Alabama to Vickie McCay and the late Howard McCay.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Kelly David Pardue, Jr. She is survived by her daughters, Raven Pardue and Jada Pardue; grandson, Kaiden "Dierks" Cochran and sisters, Amanda...

Teresa Lynn Moore Dale

Teresa Lynn Moore Dale

Jan 10, 2025

Teresa Lynn Moore Dale of Oak Hill, Alabama passed away at home surrounded by family who loved and adored her dearly on January 10, 2025 at the age of 65 after a courageous battle with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP). 

She is survived by her parents; husband of 38 years, John Laurie Dale, III; daughters, Laurie Gilmer Dale and Olivia Moore Dale;...

John “Johnny” Hugh Waters

John “Johnny” Hugh Waters

Jan 10, 2025

John “Johnny” Hugh Waters of Selma, Alabama passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025 at Princeton Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama at the age of 67.

Johnny was born in Georgia on March 3, 1957 to the late Calvin “Cotton” E. Waters and Patsy Stephens Waters 

Johnny was a former owner of Waters, Inc. here in Selma. His ability to operate and maneuver...

Ralph Holley

Ralph Holley

Jan 9, 2025

Ralph Holley passed away January 9, 2025 at the age of 73. He was born December 7, 1951 to the late Elam Parrish Holley , Sr. and Kathleen Tanton Holley.

Ralph was the driving force behind Holley Farm and Garden in Selma, later renamed Holley True Value, which he started in the 1970s. The business thrived on the corner of Water...

Milton Pruett Harrison

Milton Pruett Harrison

Jan 6, 2025

Milton Pruett Harrison passed away January 6, 2025 at the age of 85. He was born August 5, 1939 to the late Arnold Averett Harrison and Mittie Pruett Harrison.

He was preceded in death in death by his brother, Harold Arnold Harrison.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Harrison; mother of his children, Johnnie Harrison; sons, Alan (Kristi) Harrison, Scott...

Leon Sealy

Leon Sealy

Jan 5, 2025

Leon Sealy passed away January 5, 2025 at the age of 83. He was born April 26, 1941 to the late Eugene Gardner Sealy and Kathleen Twilley Sealy. 

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby J. Sealy; brothers, Elbert (Luna) Sealy and Gerald (Brenda) Sealy; sisters, Willie Mae (Echols) Pritchett, Frances (Albert) Hubbard, Marian Dryden, Jeanette Tharp and Olga...

Jennifer Lynch

Jennifer Lynch

Jan 5, 2025

Jennifer Lynch passed away January 5, 2025 at the age of 51. She was born June 30, 1973 to Judy Marie Stokes and the late Charles Thomas Mills.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Barry Lynch and step-father, Troy Stokes.

She is survived by her son, James Mills; grandchildren, Jasmine Meadows, Kyle Lynch, Brayden Cook and Emmett Cook; brothers, Joseph...

Arthur Thomas Headley

Arthur Thomas Headley

Jan 5, 2025

Arthur Thomas "Tom" Headley passed away January 5, 2025 at the age of 75. He was born October 27, 1949 to the late Willard Clark Headley and Flossie Pauline Dutton Headley.

He was preceded in death by his son, Brian Clark Headley.

Arthur was a devoted family man whose warmth and kindness were felt by everyone he encountered. His heart was large...