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 James  Michael “Guitar Man” “Mike” Blankenship, age 60, of Columbiana, AL, passed away Monday, January 23, 2017.  He was predeceased by his mother, Julia Christine Byars and brother, John Richard “Ricky” Blankenship. Mike retired from Southern Haulers in Calera, AL after more than 20 years of employment. His survivors include his best friends, Tommy and Sue Wells;  niece, Donda Shaye Blankenship (Scott Grant); nephew, John Michael Blankenship (April); great nephews, Hunter Meader and Brayden Grant; sister-in-law, Nancy Blankenship. A Memorial Service will be announced…

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 Myra L. Ingram,  age 77, of Columbiana, AL, went to be with the Lord Sunday, January 22, 2017.  She was a member of Wildwood Chapel and  loved gardening and bird watching.  She was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, James Nichols “Nickie” Ingram. Her survivors include her daughters, Donna Shanks (Jimmie) and Myra Ballard (Kenny);  brother, John Howard Henry (Barbara); sister, Dorothy McNeal; grandson, Clint Ballard (Jodie); granddaughters, Carla Ballard and Tiffany Mauter and nieces, nephews and a host of friends.  A visitation is…

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Linda Northington, age 67, of Birmingham, AL, passed away Saturday, January 14, 2017.  Linda graduated from West End High School and then the University of Alabama.  She was a USAF Military wife who lived in 17 different places across the country and a loving mother. She was predeceased by her father, Clarence Sutton and her brother, Robert Sutton.  Her survivors include her husband of 45 years, Larry Northington; daughter, Stacy Northington Farry (David); son, Brad Northington (Kelly); grandchildren, Evan, Anna…

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Larry Eugene Conner, age 71, of Maplesville, AL, formerly of Florida  went to be with Jesus Saturday, January 14, 2017  with his family by his side.   He proudly served his Country in the U. S.  Air Force.  He is predeceased by his father, Calvin Groover Conner and his beloved dog, Peenut. His survivors include his wife of 43 years, Sandra Conner; daughters, Darlene Mussen and Kathy Conner;  mother, Winnie Mae Conner;  brothers, Jimmy Conner (Glenda) and Calvin Conner (Myrtle); grandchildren, Paul…

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Patricia Ann Williams of Pelham, Alabama, passed away on November 18, 2016, in Tuscaloosa, AL.  Born on February 10, 1937, she is survived by son,  Charles “Chuck” Ennis; granddaughter,  Victoria “Tory” Ennis;  son-in-law,  George H Williams;  son-in-law,  Walter “Walt” Graham Jr, step granddaughters,  Sarah & Elizabeth Graham;  step grandson, Chris Switzer & dear life long friend, Sandra Holliman, Pelham AL.  She was predeceased by her beloved husband of more than 25 years, H. H. “Sonny” Williams, daughters-in-law Ann Williams Graham &…

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Carol S. Hubbard, age 77, of Helena, Alabama passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2017. Carol was born in Alabama the daughter to Arthur James and Drucilla Lena Salter. She was Co-owner of Property Management, Tax Preparation Franchise and Rental property owner in Hueytown, Al; she was a volunteer for CASA- Court Appointed Special Advocate, protecting the rights of abused and neglected children, Jefferson County. Also she was Office Manager of In Home Care Service in Mobile, Al,  Volunteer at…

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Delmas “Butch” Mears Jr. passed away on Jan. 8th, 2017 at the age of 71. He was known for his love of Jesus, his family, and his beagles. He was a master machinist and mechanic for NAPA Auto Parts for 39 years. These skills served him well while he built the cars that his wife, Noreen, raced. He is survived by his wife, Noreen Rogers Mears; his sons, Jason Mears and Delmas Mears III; his grandson, Ryan White; his granddaughters,…

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 Tami Barrett  Banks, age 57, of Calera, AL, passed away  Monday, January 9, 2017. She was predeceased by her mother, Pat Barrett and  husband, William Banks.  Her survivors include her daughter,  Emily McClain Dooley (Matt); son, Conner Barrett Banks; father, L.M. Barrett; sister, Bonnie Barrett Dickey (Terry); brother, Shane Barrett (Leigh Anne);  grandchildren, Weston, Hayden and Ella Dooley and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members.  A visitation will be 12 noon – 1 pm, Thursday, January 12, 2017  with a…

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Marietta “Rita” Royal Hughes, age 70, of Columbiana, AL,  went home to be with the Lord  Monday, January 9, 2017 surrounded by her family.  Rita had the biggest heart of anyone, she would do anything for anyone, never meeting a stranger.  Most of all she loved her Lord, husband, children,  grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She was predeceased by her parents, Arnold Edward and  Clorene Royal and brothers, Arnold and Carlos Royal.  Her survivors include her husband of 54 years, James “Jay” Stanley Hughes;…

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Marie Elaine Major, passed away January 6, 2017.  She is preceded in death by her parents and 5 siblings (AL); her husband, Col. Raymond Lee Major (NY) and oldest child, Pamela Collette Major.  She is survived by her daughter, Tracey Averill Major (Mize) of the Birmingham, Alabama area; as well as several nieces and nephews.  She will be buried along side of her husband at Fort Benning, Georgia.  No other details available at this time.