Oscar Caleb Caylor Sr., age 89, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on June 28, 1932 to his parents Doc Caylor and Murlie Neal, both have preceded him. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Diane Mills Caylor; sons, Oscar C. Caylor Jr. (Sandy), Mike Caylor (Jeni), and Richard N Hoydich Jr.; daughters, Mollye Anne Caylor (Larry) and Donna C. Orr (Justin). Grandchildren, J. Hunter Orr, Caleb Orr, Danielle…
Angela Gayle Eddins Donald, age 53, of Jemison, AL passed away peacefully on January 17, 2022 with family by her side. Angela was the only daughter from the marriage of the late Ruby Ray Self Lindsey and the late Edward Harold Eddins Sr. of Lake City, FL. She was a Christian and member of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church. She enjoyed many passions in life, such as, martial arts, becoming the number 1 rated female competitor and Grand Champion of…
Jerry Mahon, 82, passed away Friday, January 21, 2022 at home with his family after battling with ALS. Jerry was a native of Birmingham. He was a graduate of John Carroll High School and the University of Alabama. A cradle Catholic, he was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church. Jerry retired from America’s First Federal Credit Union and Eternal Word Television Network. Jerry took pride in his family, his faith, and his military service. He was survived…
11/22/1942 – 1/16/2022 James Leroy Vines, 79, entered into the Presence of his Lord, in the early morning hours of January 16, 2022. James was born on November 22, 1942 and also grew up in the Rock Creek community in Western Jefferson County. He graduated from Hueytown High School and received a B.S. Degree in Accounting from Jacksonville State University/ He was proud to serve his country as a U.S. Marine and would talk about his days in the Military…
James “Marshall” Cochran Marshall Cochran, age 79, of Montevallo, Alabama passed away on January 12, 2022, while at his home. Marshall was born on October 13, 1942 to James and Nellie (McCrory) Cochran in Marvel, Alabama. He grew up in the Montevallo area and graduated from West Blocton High School. After decades of employment, Marshall retired from Mill Source, formerly Brown Moulding Company. He truly loved his job, colleagues, and customers. Marshall had an uncanny way to make people…
Larry T Shelton, age 53 of Calera passed away Thursday, January 6, 2022. He was a graduate of Pelham High School and employed by Watkins Metal. He was an avid Auburn and Clemson fan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hal and June Shelton. Larry is survived by his wife of 29 years, Carla Collins Shelton; sister, Kay Chenoweth (David); brother, Hal Shelton; father and mother in-law, Jimmy and Linda Collins; sister and brother in-law, Laura and Tyler…
Michael Wesley Seales May 20, 1958 – January 6, 2022 MICHAEL, AGE 63, LOST HIS BATTLE TO STAGE 4 LUNG CANCER ON JANUARY 6, 2022. MICHAEL WAS BORN IN BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA TO JAMES AND JOANN SEALES. HE WAS A MEMBER OF THE ENSLEY HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1977. HE LIVED MOST OF HIS LIFE IN HOUSTON, TEXAS WHERE HE MET HIS WIFE OF 39 YEARS, ISABELLA SEALES. HIS HOBBIES INCLUDED FISHING, RIDING HIS HARLEY AND ALABAMA FOOTBALL. (ROLL TIDE). HIS…
Krista Contreras Reiter, 21, left this Earth far too soon on December 28, 2021. She was the beloved wife of Private Second Class Brandon Reiter, a fur mom, a daughter, a sister, a beloved friend, and an avid lover of animals. She was known for her extraordinary kindness and her fun-loving attitude. She was fiercely loyal to those she loved and always willing to help out anybody – or any animal – in need. Those who loved Krista describe her…
Gerald Clark Wobig was a caring husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He left this world for his heavenly home on January 2, 2022 at the age of 80. Gerald was born to Harold and Ellen Wobig in Jamesville, WI, on November 27, 1941. After graduating high school, Gerald began his career as a mechanical engineer at Amerock and continued his longstanding career at Master Lock until his early retirement, then did a short stint as a truck driver for Schneider…
Kay Strickland Higginbotham 3/22/1937 – 12/21/2021 Mom was born in Atlanta, Georgia, and was the light in her parents’ eyes, especially being their only child. She had a flair for the dramatic and was considered a “Triple Crown” performer, loving singing, dancing, and acting, earning her the nickname Broadway Kay in later years. She also enjoyed horseback riding, baseball (serving as a coach on one of her son’s teams), basketball, and spending time with her many cousins. After graduating Ramsey…