Obituaries

Martha Gray

Nov 23, 2023

In loving memory of Martha Johns Gray, a faithful servant of God, who peacefully entered eternal rest on November 23, 2023, at the age of 81. Martha, born on December 19, 1941, in Berry, Alabama, exemplified the virtues of humility, gratitude, and love.

Martha's life was a testament to her unwavering faith in the Lord. She found solace and...

Theodore Loyd Parker

Nov 21, 2023

 

 

Ted L. Parker, age 66, of Northport, Alabama, passed away November 21, 2023 at Northport Medical Center. Visitation will be 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Magnolia Chapel North. Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at Williamson Cemetery in Northport with Rev. John Jenkins officiating and Magnolia Chapel North directing.

He...

Jerry Watkins

Nov 21, 2023

Jerry Wayne Watkins, age 68, of Greensboro, Ala., passed away November 21, 2023 at his residence. Celebration of Life services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, November 26, 2023, at Springhill Holiness Church, 630 Springhill Rd., Greensboro, AL 36744. Visitation will be after the service at the church. Magnolia Chapel South assisted the family with final arrangements.

He was preceded in...

Teresa Holley

Nov 18, 2023

Teresa Holley, age 54 of Duncanville, Alabama passed away on November 18, 2023 at her home. Services will be held on Monday, December 4, 2023 at Duncanville Baptist Church at 11:00 am with Rev. Leon White and Rev. Ray Hallman officiating and Magnolia Chapel South directing. Burial will follow at Hubbard Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior...

Wesley Harbin

Nov 16, 2023

On Thursday November 16, 2023 surrounded by his beloved wife Traci, their parents and his siblings, Jesus took Wes' hand. Peacefully and quietly Wes was completely healed and escorted across heaven's finish line by a cloud of witnesses cheering for him.

In 41 short years Wes' impact upon family and friends has been greater than that of much older...

Betty Elaine Whisenant

Nov 9, 2023

 

Betty Elaine Whisenant, age 72, of Northport died on November 9, 2023 at DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at Magnolia Chapel Funeral Home in Northport, Alabama, from 10:00 am until the 12:00 noon service time with Dr. Shannon Moses officiating. Burial will follow in the Chapel Hill Baptist Church...

Ruth Cannon

Nov 9, 2023

 

Ruth M. Cannon, age 89, of Northport, Alabama, passed away November 9, 2023 at Hospice of West Alabama. Services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at Campground United Methodist Church with Bro. Paul Wilson officiating. Burial will follow in the adjoining cemetery with Magnolia Chapel North directing. Visitation will be 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at the...

Bill Jack Brewer

Nov 9, 2023

 

“Just a closer walk with Thee, Grant it, Jesus, is my plea…” This was the heart cry of Bill Jack Brewer, 90, as he led his family alongside his first wife, Nell, of 50 years. He was called Home on November 9, 2023. To walk with Jesus leads to a lifestyle of service. Bill served his country in the...

Rufus Payne

Nov 7, 2023

Rufus Howard Payne, dear Dad and PaPa, passed away on November 7, 2023, at Northport DCH ICU from double pneumonia at age 73.

Dad was born on December 1, 1949, to James Edward and Opal Stephens Payne and resided in the Stewart Community until his late thirties and then moved to Tuscaloosa.

Dad was born with a club foot and...

David Matthew Frye

Nov 6, 2023

David Matthew Frye, age 45 of Moundville, passed away November 6, 2023 at DCH Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will be held at Pleasant  Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Moundville at 11:00 am on Thursday, November 16, 2023 with Rev. Dax Lancaster officiating and Magnolia Chapel South directing.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents; James and Betty...

Patty Hildreth

Nov 6, 2023

Patty Gay Hildreth, age 79, of Moundville, passed away on November 6, 2023 at home. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, November 9, 2023, 2:00 p.m, at Oak Hill Cemetery in Moundville with Rev. Charles Spence officiating and Magnolia Chapel South directing.

She is preceded in death by her parents, John Carpenter McCrary and Bessie Minton McCrary,...

Csaba "Alex" Sandor Orban

Nov 4, 2023

 

Our beloved Csaba "Alex" Sandor Orban affectionately known as “Chef Alex”, Chubs and Bugga, passed away on November 4, 2023.

Alex was born in Székesfehérvár, Hungary on June 6, 1956, and he was the eldest of five siblings. He took his role as a big brother seriously and was a source of strength and guidance to his family throughout...

Kenneth Lee Richardson, Sr.

Nov 4, 2023

Kenneth Lee Richardson, Sr., age 86, of Tuscaloosa, went to be with his Lord and Savior on November 4, 2023. Visitation will be Thursday, November 9, 2023, from 5:00-7:00 p.m., at Magnolia Chapel North. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday, November 10, 2023, at First Baptist Church of Tuscaloosa. Burial will follow in Tuscaloosa Memorial Park with Magnolia Funeral...

Richard Scott McCray

Nov 3, 2023

Richard Scott McCray, age 65 of Moundville, passed away November 3,2023 at DCH Regional Medical Center. Services will be held on Monday, November 6, 2023 at Moundville Baptist Church at 2:00 pm with Rev. Scott Stephens and Rev. Jason Duckett officiating and Magnolia Chapel South directing. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Moundville. Visitation will be one hour...

Charles Ray

Oct 27, 2023

Charles Ray, age 81 of Northport, passed away October 27, 2023 at home. Services will be held on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 2:00 pm at Magnolia Chapel North with Bro. Jerry Skinner officiating and Magnolia Chapel North directing. Burial will follow at Memory Hill Gardens. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

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John Michael Shelby (John-John)

Oct 26, 2023

John-Michael Shelby (John John)

John-Michael Shelby, 15, of Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, passed away on October 26, 2023, at home in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. John-John was born on March 15, 2008, he was a beloved son, grand-son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend.

 

John- John was a Momma's boy who brought joy to everyone around him. He had a special bond with...

William Daniel Black, Jr.

Oct 26, 2023

 

William “Danny” Daniel Black, Jr., age 70, of Coker, Alabama, passed away October 26, 2023 at Hospice of West Alabama.  His Memorial Service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Magnolia Chapel North with Bro. Tim Holden officiating and Magnolia Chapel North directing. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

He was...

Joseph Lunceford

Oct 26, 2023

Joseph Daniel Lunceford, 44, of Northport, AL, was called to his eternal resting place on October 26, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend to many. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Funeral Service for Daniel will be Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at 11:00 am at the Cornelius Chapel Baptist Church in...

Steven Patrick Clements

Oct 23, 2023

Steven Patrick Clements, age 38 of Greensboro, passed away October 23, 2023. Services will be held on Friday, November 3, 2023 at 11:00 am at Magnolia Chapel South with Rev. Ray Grantham officiating and Magnolia Chapel South directing. Burial will follow at Mt. Hermon Church Cemetery in Greensboro. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the...

Timothy Mistovich

Oct 20, 2023

Timothy S. Mistovich, age 72, passed away after a lengthy illness on October 20, 2023 at his home in Northport, AL. He was born January 11, 1951 in Illinois and spent his childhood in Tuscon, AZ and Bryan, TX. In Bryan, his father owned radio station KORA and Tim got his first work experience in the broadcasting industry prior to...