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Our beloved Morgan Beth Bell, née Heumann, died unexpectedly of medical issues on August 22, 2021 in Birmingham, AL at the age of 26. Morgan is survived by her husband, Adam Bell of Calera, AL; fur babies, Toby, Atticus, & Buffy; grandmother, Elaine Heumann of Prattville, AL; father, Ken Heumann & stepmother Amanda of Montgomery, AL; brother, Kenny Heumann of Montgomery, AL; grandmothers, Debbie Thomas of Montgomery, AL and Tracy Thomas of Shreveport, LA; parents-in-law, David & Elaine Bell of…

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Jennifer Kay Washington Brownlee, 40 of Jemison, AL, passed away, Monday, August 23, 2021. She was born March 3, 1981. She was preceded in death by her parents James Norman Washington Sr. “Jimmy” and Blanch Milstead of Calera, AL. Jennifer is survived by her husband Chris Brownlee; sons, Cristopher Ray(Briana) of Jemison, Andrew Ray(Heather) of Jemison, Thomas Robinson of Jemison, Daniel Robinson of Jemison, Caleb Brownlee of Jemison, Jordan Brownlee of Tuscaloosa; daughters, Summer Brownlee(Johnathan) of Jemison, Skye Brownlee(Ethan) of…

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Frank C. Edwards, age 84, of Montevallo, passed away on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at home surrounded by his loved ones. Frank owned and operated Edwards Diesel for many years which is a family business. He was a Deacon at Macedonia South Baptist Church. Frank’s passions was family and fishing. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Margaret Frances Edwards “Tootsie”; parents, Harlice Douglas and Ethel Lucas Edwards; sister, Peggy Butler; brother, Douglas Edwards. Survivors include daughter, Rhonda…

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Alfonso “Poncho” Canosa Jr. passed away on August 12, 2021 at the age of 83, in Birmingham, AL. His battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life’s challenges with determination. Despite the pain, Poncho came out a hero and stayed strong until the end. His life began in Brooklyn, NY as the son of immigrants. He joined the Navy and served proudly on the USS Galveston. After honorably serving his country, he would go…

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Age 61 of Columbiana Alabama passed away on June 7 2021 . He is preceded in Death by his Father Acy W. Bearden, Step Mother Evelyn H. Bearden. Preceded in Death by his Mother Doris J. Bearden. Preceded in Death by Brother Curtis L. Bearden and Bobby Ray Bearden. He is Preceded in Death by Several Uncles and Aunts. Allen is Survived by a Daughter Felicia Bearden ( Son Bryson) and Rachel Camilleri. Allen is survived by his Sister Leta…

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Patsy Janice English, age 71, of Montevallo, Al, passed away Saturday, July 31, 2021 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Georgia on December 17, 1949 to Henry Hogg and Ruth Hogg both have preceded her. Patsy is also preceded by her siblings Vivian Paradise and Kenny Hogg. She is survived by her son, Keith English (Nancy); 2 Grandchildren; brother, Milan Hogg (Linda); and a host of nieces and nephews. There will be a funeral service held Tuesday,…

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Rebecca “Becky or Aunt Bec Bec” Joyce Lamonica, age 70, of Montevallo passed away early Thursday morning, July 29, 2021, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Bessemer, Alabama on July 14, 1951 to Junior Brasher and Edna Smitherman Brasher. Becky worked over the years in Montevallo at University of Montevallo and finally for Montevallo High School where she was known as Ms. Lamonica. She is preceded in death by her parents Junior and Edna Brasher; daughter, Kimberly…

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Debra Ann Ellison, age 67, of Calera, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021. She was known to many family and friends as Ms. Debbie or Aunt Debbie, who was loved by all she met. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Rich; parents, Virgil and Era Dennis Ellison. Debbie is survived by her brothers, Kenneth “Kenny” Ellison (Rhonda) of Calera, Alabama and Clayton Ellison (Annette) of Bessemer, Alabama; like a sister, Aunt Jo; numerous nieces, nephews,…

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  Judith “Judie” S. O’Neal, age 79, passed away Sunday July 25, 2021, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on May 28, 1942, to John Jr. and Nell Stark. Judie graduated East Jefferson High School, in Metairie, LA in 1960. She then went to school for 3 years at Southeastern University to major in Elementary Education. In 1975, Judie received a certification from ASCP for Medical Technologist. She also had a degree in Graphic Design from St Pete,…

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Pamela Diane Richards, age 65, passed away Saturday, July 24, 2021. She was born in Cairo, IL on December 24, 1955, to Dean and Imie Hazlett, both who preceded her in death. Pamela is survived by her daughter, Jessica McLendon of Louisville, KY; brother, Tony Hazlett (Dinah) of Clarksville, TN; sister, Ruth Ann Guy (Robert) of Knoxville, TN; Ex-husband, Frank McLendon of Calera, AL; step-daughter, Heather Wilson Dennis (Charles) of Clarksville, TN; Toby Green (Lindsey) of Mechanicsville, MD; niece, Elizabeth…

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