Obituaries

Robin Leigh Nelson

Robin Leigh Nelson

Oct 19, 2025

Robin Leigh Nelson, 62 of Duncanville, went home to be with Jesus on October 19, 2025. Graveside services will be at the Gilgal Baptist Church cemetery, Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 11:00 am. Bro. Bart Latner officiating.

She was preceded in death by her father, Jimmy Montgomery.

Robin leaves behind her husband, Jeff Nelson, of 43 years. Her mother, Lillian Montgomery. Three...

Margaret Ellen Mills Morrison

Margaret Ellen Mills Morrison

Oct 16, 2025

Margaret Ellen Mills Morrison, age 90 of Columbia, Missouri was born on September 24, 1935 in Birmingham, Alabama and passed away on at Lenoir Woods in Columbia, Missouri. A visitation will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 9:30 am- 11:00 am at Magnolia Chapel South in Tuscaloosa. A graveside service will be held at Oak Hill Cemetery in...

Elmer Smith

Elmer Smith

Oct 22, 2025

Elmer "Euse" Smith, age 82, of Northport, Ala., passed away October 22, 2025 at his residence. Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 24, 2025, at Phillips Chapel FWB Cemetery with Chaplain Tim Holder officiating and Magnolia Chapel North directing.

He was preceded in death by his son, Mark A. Smith; parents, L. V. and Beulah Smith; sister, Marie Hallman;...

Sue Andrews

Sue Andrews

Oct 20, 2025

Sue Andrews, age 65, passed away peacefully at her home on October 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Evergreen Baptist Church followed by her Memorial Service at 12:00 p.m. with Bro. Ben Rodriguez officiating.

Born on October 1, 1960, in Atlanta, Georgia, Sue was a woman of boundless creativity. She...

Denise Stephens

Denise Stephens

Oct 16, 2025

With profound sadness and aching hearts, we share that Denise "Neecee" Koster Stephens, age 58, was called home to Heaven far too soon. Surrounded by the love of her family, Neecee entered into eternal peace, leaving behind a legacy of grace, laughter, creativity, and immeasurable love.

Denise was the devoted and adoring wife of over twenty years to Michael Stephens, with...

Curtis Duco

Curtis Duco

Oct 13, 2025

Curtis Waylon Duco, age 23, of Northport, Alabama, passed away on October 13, 2025. Born on March 21, 2002, in Northport, Alabama, Curtis brought light and laughter into the world from the very beginning.

A 2020 graduate of Northside High School, Curtis was known for his warm heart and unwavering kindness. He treated everyone he met with respect and compassion, forging...

Betty Ann Northcutt Patterson

Betty Ann Northcutt Patterson

Oct 12, 2025

Betty Northcutt Patterson, 83, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 12, 2025. The service will be held Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Circlewood Baptist Church with Dr. Herbert Thomas officiating and Magnolia Chapel South directing. A graveside service will follow at Tuscaloosa Memorial Park. Visitation will be held prior to the service...

Brenda Sparks

Brenda Sparks

Oct 10, 2025

Brenda Sparks, 77, cherished Mom, Nana, Big Nana, and Great Big Nana, ran into the arms of Jesus on October 10, 2025. She was born to Clayton and Hazel Bobo in Tuscaloosa on November 1, 1947. Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Magnolia Chapel North with Pastor Bubba Massey officiating. Burial will follow at Big...

Sue Porter Hamner

Sue Porter Hamner

Oct 5, 2025

Sue Porter Hamner, age 88 of Northport, Alabama, passed away October 5, 2025, at her residence. Services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Carroll's Creek Baptist Church with Bro. Alan Roggli and Bro. Don Springer officiating and Magnolia Chapel North directing. Burial will be private. Visitation will be 11:00 - 1:00 p.m. Saturday at the church.

She was...

Jun Liu

Jun Liu

Oct 4, 2025

Jun Liu, 38 of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, passed away on October 4, 2025 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at Magnolia Chapel South. at 2:00 pm. Visitation will be held 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at the funeral home.

In Loving Memory of Dr. Jun Liu (1986–2025) With profound sadness, we remember Dr....

Shandry C. Dorroh

Shandry C. Dorroh

Sep 23, 2025

Shandry Elizabeth Calhoun Dorroh, of Buhl (Romulus), Alabama, born on April 11, 1936 (age 89), went to be with the Lord on September 23, 2025. She passed peacefully and was surrounded by her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dee Ruffin Calhoun and Nettie Calhoun, siblings, Dorothy C. Farmer, Beatrice C. Watson, Betty C. Pate, James Calhoun,...

Vernon Steward

Vernon Steward

Sep 22, 2025

Vernon Steward, 61, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025 at Hospice of West Alabama.

He is preceded in death by his father Vernon Allen Steward, sister; Barbara Gail Lovell and his in-laws; Henry and Catherine LeBourgeois.

He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Pam, daughter; Brittney, son; Chris (Allison) grandchildren; Shayley, Casen, Easton, Lakelynn, and...

William Traweek

William Traweek

Sep 21, 2025

William Coye Traweek, age 81, of Northport, Ala., passed away September 21, 2025 in Northport. Services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Bethabara Baptist Church with Bro. Larry Colburn officiating. Burial will follow in Bethabara Cemetery with Magnolia Chapel North directing. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Thursday at the church.

He was preceded in...

Ann Rhodes Curry

Ann Rhodes Curry

Sep 19, 2025

Ann Rhodes Curry of Duncanville died peacefully at home September 19, 2025. She had lived in Duncanville most of her life and graduated from Tuscaloosa County High in 1956. She worked for Druid City Hospital, Dr. Walter Folsom, and then the University of Alabama.

A memorial service will be held at First Methodist Church on Monday September 29th at 1 o’clock...

Cynthia C. Long

Cynthia C. Long

Sep 13, 2025

Cynthia C. Long, age 61, of Northport, Ala., passed away September 13, 2025 at Hospice of West Alabama. Services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Chapel Hill Baptist Church with Dr. Shannon Moses and Bro. Tony Brown officiating. Burial will follow at Arbor Springs Baptist Church Cemetery with Magnolia Chapel North directing. Visitation will be 12:00 p.m....

James Mays

James Mays

Sep 9, 2025

James Richard Mays, age 85, of Berry, Alabama, passed away September 9, 2025, at Northport Medical Center. Private services will be held.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Ann Mays; sons, James Lee Mays, and Richard Baird Mays; father, John Baird Mays; mother, Cletis Ester Elliedge; and brothers, John Donald Mays and Josheph Edward Mays.

Survivors include...

Nancy Carolyn Garner

Nancy Carolyn Garner

Sep 9, 2025

Nancy Carolyn Garner, 85, of Tuscaloosa, passed away September 9, 2025, at home. She was married to her husband, Jimmy Garner 67 years. She was a faithful wife, mother, grandmother, and a dedicated Christian. She was an avid Alabama Football fan. Services will be held on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 2:00 pm. at Magnolia Chapel South with Bro. John Wiggins...

Jimmy Wayne McLaughlin

Jimmy Wayne McLaughlin

Sep 8, 2025

Jimmy Wayne McLaughlin passed away peacefully at home in Hueytown, AL on September 8, 2025 at the age of 78. A devout Christian, devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, Jimmy lived a life of service, always prioritizing the well-being of others. His humility, empathy, and unending gratitude left a lasting impression on anyone blessed enough to know him.

Jimmy was a...

Nancy Faye Watson

Nancy Faye Watson

Sep 8, 2025

Nancy Faye Watson, age 79, of Northport, Ala., passed away September 8, 2025, in Northport, Ala. Graveside services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, September 12, 2025, at Phillips Chapel FWB Church Cemetery with Bro. Scott Montgomery officiating and Magnolia Chapel North directing.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Ray Watson; and daughter, Lisa Lillian Sartain.

Survivors include...

Thomas Powell LaClair

Thomas Powell LaClair

Sep 5, 2025

Thomas Powell LaClair, age 79, of Tuscaloosa, Ala., passed away September 5, 2025, in Tuscaloosa. Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. Monday, September 8, 2025, at Magnolia Chapel North. Graveside services will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, September 8, 2025, at Mt. Olivet Beaver Dam Cemetery in Gordo, Ala., with Fire Department Chaplain Darrell Harbin officiating and Magnolia Chapel North...