All Obituaries

Larry Andrews was born on August 8, 1950 to the late Ms. Bonnie Andrews. He was educated in the Walker County School System. He was a devoted employee of National Computer Print (NCP) for 23 years.  He was preceded in death by his mother, Mrs. Bonnie Andrews Appling and Stepfather Oather Appling.  He leaves to cherish his memories a close friend and coworker, Eddie Burrell.  

Ms. Margaret Ree Carter was born June 10, 1952, in Marengo County, Alabama. She was the seventh of ten children born to the union of David Carter, Sr., and Susie Brown. She confessed Christ at an early age at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Leeds, Alabama. She attended school in Leeds, Alabama. She furthered her studies at Jefferson State Community College to receive her GED. She also attended undergraduate studies at Jefferson State Community College. Margaret was also a dedicated...

Marguerite Young Kemp was born on December 19, 1938, to the late Willie Clarence, Sr. and Lydia Moore Young. Marguerite confessed her faith in Christ and placed membership at Collegeville Church of Christ, under the leadership of Bro. Chris Dillian. Marguerite was educated in the Birmingham City School system. She attended Hudson Elementary and A.H. Parker High School. Marguerite was preceded in death by her parents, brothers and sister Willie C. Young, Jr., Christerfield...

Ollis Forman, III, lovingly known as Champ, was born to Ollis and Willene Forman on August 10, 1966.  He was preceded in death by his grandparents Ollis, Sr. and Zepora Forman, and Tom and Ruby Ham. After graduation from Pell City High School, Champ enlisted into the United States Air Force. As an Aerospace Propulsion Specialist (Jet Engine Mechanic), Champ went on to serve in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. While serving in the military, Champ earned a number...

Donnell Rhodes was born on October 12, 1954, to the late Ruth Rhodes and the late Willie Scott . Donnell accepted Christ at an early age and joined First Baptist Church of West End, under the pastorage off Reverend G. T. Townsend. He later joined More Than Conquerors Faith Church where he served faithfully as a Deacon, usher, parking lot attendant and on the Intercessor team. Donnell was educated In the Birmingham City School System. Upon graduation, he went to work for Callahan Eye...

Chakeria Lashundra Hawkins was born on July 6, 1989, to Lisa G. Hawkins and Michael Patterson. She confessed hope in Christ at an early age. She became a member at New Mt. Olive, and later became a member of Refresh Family Church, under the leadership of Bishop Stephen A. Davis. Chakeria received her education in the Birmingham City Schools System. She obtained a General Equivalency Diploma from Lawson State Community College and after, attended Fortis Institute. She was employed...

Ms. Charlotte Beachem was born on August 14, 1970, to Mr. Shelley Beachem, Jr., and Mrs. Brenda Beachem. She departed this life on November 21, 2020. She is survived by her family and friends. ***THE COMPLETED OBITUARY WILL BE POSTED UPON RECEIPT FROM THE FAMILY***

Edward Charles McCastle was born on July 21, 1954, in Moultrie, GA, to the late Willie Lee Mccastle and Rachel Thomas McCastle. He is preceded death by his brother, Robert Jimmy McCastle, sister, Brenda Ship, and niece, Arynthia McCastle. Charles McCastle was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Charles worked as a painter most of his  life. He wasn't just any painter, he took pride in his work. He paid attention to details, and always gave 120...

Ronnie Neil Holston Sr. was born April 29, 1955, to Mr. Clarence ‘Buddy’ Holston and Mrs. Bernice Williams Holston at Holy Family Hospital in Birmingham, AL. He was the first son and made them proud each day of their lives. Ronnie lived his life with a spirit of love and kindness always smiling and willing to be a helping hand to all. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord as his personal Savior at a young age and attended Mt. View Baptist Church in Margaret, AL where he served...

Irene Thompson was born April 22,1937, to the late Jimmie Lee and Jannie Thompson in Macon County (Shorter), AL. She later moved to Westfield to attend school. Irene gave her life to Christ at an early age and became a member of Galilee Baptist Church. Irene was preceded in death by her mother and father Jimmie and Jannie Thompson, Sister Mary Alice and Annie Lizzie both of Birmingham.  She leaves to cherish her memories, a sister, Ms. Janie Barnes; two...