Obituaries
Randy Suther
Jul 13, 2023
William Randel "Randy" Suther, also dubbed "Home Brew" and "Big Daddy" passed away July 13, 2023 at the age of 72. He was born April 11, 1951 to the late William Suther and Ann Elam Suther. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Patricia Elizabeth Suther and brothers, Gary Suther and Allen Suther. He is survived by his wife, Lara...
Sarah Evelyn Smitherman
Jul 11, 2023
Sarah Smitherman passed away July 11, 2023 at the age of 83. She was born December 19, 1940 to the late Viola Crocker and Augusta Renolds. She was preceded in death by her brother, William "Buddy" Crocker and sister, Ruth Bivins. She is survived by her husband, David Smitherman; sons, Larry (Angela Helton) Smitherman and Randy (Amanda) Smitherman; grandchildren, Dustin (Amber) Smitherman,...
Faye Evelyn Clements
Jul 6, 2023
Faye Evelyn Kane Clements passed away July 6, 2023 at the age of 67. She was born in Okaloosa, Florida on February 18, 1956 to the late Vance Kane and Lillian Eileen Jones Kane. She is survived by her children, Charles Clements and Eileen Clements; brother, Michael Kane and nephew, Lamar Kane. Graveside services will be Thursday, July 13, 2023 at 11:00...
Hans Peter Cromwell
Jul 6, 2023
Hans Peter Cromwell passed away July 6, 2023 at the age of 80. He was born February 4, 1943 in Erlangen, Germany to the late John B. and Elise B. Cromwell. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his spouse, Patricia Anne Cromwell; sons, Robert Sean (Shannon Hudson) Cromwell and Peter Bryan (Dawn Marie) Cromwell; three...
Timothy Ross Friday
Jul 2, 2023
Timothy Ross Friday, a dedicated professional and beloved member of the Selma community, passed away on July 2, 2023, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished forever. Born on September 14, 1959, Timothy was a charismatic and hardworking individual who demonstrated his unwavering commitment to his craft throughout his lifetime. As the proud owner of Friday's Appliance for over...
Inez Ferrell Morrow
Jul 2, 2023
Our beloved Mother, Inez Ferrell Morrow, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023, at her home in Selma, Alabama at the age of 83. She was born in Kettle Island, Kentucky on March 25, 1940, a daughter of the late Lewis and Norma Collett Ferrell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husbands, Mickey Gorenflo...
Ruth Simonton
Jun 29, 2023
Ruth “Cissy” Simonton died June 29 in Prattville after a long decline. She was 67.
She was born July 11, 1955, to Ruth Weaver Simonton and Robert Leslie Simonton of Marion Junction. She attended a small school housed in Woodland Heights Presbyterian Church in Selma for intellectually disabled children. From age 15, she lived at Partlow Developmental Center in...
Bettie McDonald Martin
Jun 15, 2023
Bettie McDonald Martin, 94, of Plantersville, died Thursday, June 15, 2023, at her home. She was born March 14, 1929, to the late John Whitley and Marie Josephine (Daniel) McDonald. Services will be Saturday, June 17, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at the Plantersville Christian Church with Rev. Mike Wyatt officiating and Lawrence Brown-Service Funeral Home directing. Family will receive friends...
Lewis Calvin Singley
Jun 11, 2023
Lewis Calvin Singley, passed away peacefully at the age of 97 on June 11th, 2023. Known as a loyal friend, dedicated family man, and pillar of his community, Mr. Singley's passing has left a profound impact on all who were fortunate enough to know him.Born on October 28th, 1925, he joined the Navy to serve his country. After serving in...
Shirley Hardin Wright
Jun 10, 2023
Shirley Hardin Wright passed on June 10, 2023. She was 88. Shirley was born to the late Martin A Hardin and Hilda Byers Hardin on May 10, 1935, In Decatur Alabama.She was preceded in death by her grandson, Joshua Stewart Wright. She is survived by her husband, David S. Wright of Selma, daughter, Rebecca Wright (Dale) Sheffield; grandson, Justin (Kellie)...
Howard Crumpton Oliver
Jun 10, 2023
Howard Crumpton Oliver (81) died peacefully at home on June 10, 2023.
Howard was born on November 24, 1941, and grew up in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. He was preceded in death by his parents Dr. John T. Oliver, Sr. and Sara Crumpton Oliver, as well as his siblings John T Oliver, Jr. and Mary Ann Oliver Miree. He is survived...
Rebekah Gray Fitzsimmons
Jun 7, 2023
Rebekah Gray Fitzsimmons died peacefully June 7, 2023. Mrs. Fitzsimmons was born on December 4, 1950 to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Arthur Gray. Her grandparents were Dr. and Mrs. John A. Fuller and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Arthur Gray. Mrs. Fitzsimmons graduated from Parrish High School in 1968. She became an accredited medical technologist and she worked in the profession for nineteen...
Mary Elizabeth Wallace Taylor Glass
Jun 7, 2023
Mary Elizabeth Wallace Taylor Glass, known affectionately as “Liz”, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2023. She lived a long and purposeful life, leaving a lasting impact on all that knew her.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Harvey C. “Billy” Taylor, Jr.; later husband, Lloyd “Sonny” Glass and parents, Hazel Elizabeth Sewell Wallace and Ward Wilson...
Tara L Jones
Jun 7, 2023
Tara L. Jones, a devoted mother of three boys, passed away peacefully on June 7th, 2023. She was surrounded by her loved ones during her final moments and will always be remembered for her incredible spirit, unwavering faith, and strong character that impacted everyone around her.
After attending the University of Alabama where she fostered her passion for education, Tara...
Joan Frith Moore Hamilton
Jun 6, 2023
Joan Frith Moore Hamilton, born on September 3rd, 1948, in Selma, Alabama, passed away on June 6th, 2023, in Freeport, Florida at the age of 74. She was a Godly, charming and loving woman who will be missed dearly by her family and friends.Joan graduated from Orrville High School in 1966. She worked for over thirty years as a clerical...
Margaret Anne Gamble
Jun 5, 2023
Margaret Anne Gamble passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023, at the age of 56. She was born October 12, 1966, to Dave and Anne Gamble of Selma.
Born with Down Syndrome, Margaret lived a long and full life. She spent most of her adult life at the Earl Goodwin Group Home and participated in daily activities at the Cahaba...
Barbara P. Larison
Jun 2, 2023
Barbara P. Larison passed away on June 02, 2023 at the age of 91. She was born on August 1, 1931 to the late Addison and Nora Peterman.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Lewis Larison and son, Stephen Lewis Larison.
She is survived by her daughters; Deborah (William) Wise and Marsha (Frank) Christian; grandchildren,...
Marion Evone Williams
May 21, 2023
Marion Evone Williams passed away May 21, 2023 at the age of 74. She was born August 21, 1948 to the late Robert Edgar Williams and Buford Lee "Boots" Churchill Williams. She is survived by her son, Robert David Williams; daughter, Dianne Lee Chappelle; sister, Cathy Diane Jones; two granddaughters and one great-grandson. Graveside services will be Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at...
Barbara Ann Shelby
May 17, 2023
Barbara P. Shelby passed away May 17, 2023 at the age of 72. She was born August 18, 1950 to the late Harold and Ann Pilotto. She was preceded in death by her parents; her honorary mother, Margaret (Dayton) Rawlinson and brother-in-law, Terry Shelby. She is survived by her husband, Jerry D. Shelby; daughters, Margaret Shelby (Charley Brown), Judith (Herschel Jackson) Shelby;...
Marilee Rush Horton
May 13, 2023
Marilee Rush Horton passed away May 13, 2023 at the age of 79. She was born November 7, 1943 to the late Robert and Hazel Rush. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Charlie Frank Horton; daughter, Pam Horton Cotter; brothers-in-law, Howard White, James Horton, and William (Beatrice) Horton and sisters-in-law, Caroline (Duelon) Buxton and Catherine Horton. She...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
365 Days of Grief Support
Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during difficult first year after a loss
Contact Us
365 DAYS OF GRIEF SUPPORT
Sign up for one year of grief messages designed to offer hope and healing during difficult first year after a loss