Steven Michael Linski, age 23, of Pelham, AL, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2015. Steven was a loving son, brother, grandson and friend above all; had a huge heart, and was kind to everyone he came in contact with, as well as all animals, He was a 2010 graduate of Oak Mountain High School and was employed by CarMax the past four years. He loved cars and computers. Steven has gone home to be with Jesus and will be dearly…
Barbara Elisabeth Cunningham, age 75, of Clanton, AL passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2015. Barbara was a business woman, who worked at Wadsworth Oil company for 20 plus years, an artist and mother of three. Her survivors include her sons, Jeffrey B. Cunningham (Margaret Boyett), John Wesley Cunningham and James Cunningham (Regina Faye); grandchildren, Ashley McCartney (Corry) and Jessica Johnson (Dustin); great grandchildren, Corry Cole and James Mason McCartney and Emrie Kalin Johnson and long time companion and close friend,…
Tommy C. Thompson, age of 74, passed away peacefully at home October 3. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Morris Thompson (his “ET”), a sister, brothers, sons, daughters, grandchildren, and two dogs, all whom loved him dearly. Before Tommy retired he was the Director of Operations for Stone Electric Company. Tommy was passionate about his family and friends. When he was not spending time with his family, he was on the golf course with his cherished “golf buddies”. One…
Todd Aaron Stephens, age 37, of Thorsby, AL, went to be with Jesus Monday, October 5, 2015. His survivors include his wife, Christa Stephens; sons, Chandler and Chanan Stephens; parents, Don and Elaine Stephens; sister, Tammy Butler (Steve); grandmother, McIva Stephens; mother and father-in-law, Donald and Rexaleen Jones and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members. A visitation will be 5:00 – 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 7, 2015 with a Celebration of Life to follow at 6:30 p.m….
Sylvia Cushing Bua, age 77, of Clayton, GA, went on to be with her Lord and Savior, Wednesday, September 30, 2015 surrounded by her loving family. Sylvia was a 20+ year resident of Clayton, GA after residing in Brandon, FL since 1972. She was a member of Clayton Baptist Church where she sang in the choir. She was active in the community and loved being a part of Rabun County. Sylvia was preceded in death by her wonderful husband, Don….
William Edwin Borgstrom, 76 of Clanton area passed away on Sept.18, 2015 at Shelby Medical Hospital in Alabaster, AL. due to surgery complications. He was born Feb.16, 1939 in Pillager Minnesota to Pete & Lucille Borgstrom. He served his country in the U.S. Navy. Worked as a printer all his life and retired from Ashland Oil Co. in 1994. He loved to travel and settled in AL. 6 years ago. He was a hunter, fisherman & woodsman. Most of all…
Buddy Edward Gilreath, age 77, of Calera, AL, passed away Saturday, September 19, 2015 surrounded by his family. He was predeceased by his son, Eddie Gilreath and parents, L. E. and Ruth Gilreath. He retired after 37 years of service from Kimberly Clark in Childersburg, AL. Buddy was a Member of Amazing Grace Worship Center, Saginaw, AL. His survivors include his wife of 54 years, Peggy Gilreath; sons, David Gilreath (Joanie) and Tim Gilreath; brother, Leslie Gilreath (Alma); grandchildren, Brooke…
Jennifer King Hillman, age 64, of Mc Calla, AL, passed away Sunday, September 20, 2015. Jennifer retired as a Supervising Social Worker with the State of Alabama after 25 years. She made kindred, lifelong friends with everyone she met. Her optimism and joy for life will be missed by all. Her survivors include her daughter, Sarah Whitman (Shawn); grandson, Hunter Whitman and brothers, Don King (Jan), Al King (Ann) and Gerald King (Marynet). A visitation will be 10 – 11…
John Joseph Russo, Jr passed away Thursday Sept. 17, 2015 and is survived by his wife of 49 years, Karen, daughter, Pam and son-in-law, Jack and son, John. He is also survived by his granddaughter, Megan and grandson Danny as well as 11 nieces, 7 nephews and 21 grand nieces and nephews. John was proceded in death by his parents, John and Winifred Russo and his brother, Phillip Russo. The family will be honoring his memory with a private service….
Walter E. “Gene” Glass, age 75, of Opelika, went to be with Jesus Thursday Sept. 17, 2015. He was predeceased by his wife, Elizabeth Ruth Snipes Glass and daughter, April Louise Hodges. His survivors include his daughters, Elizabeth Diana Sherwood (Kenny) and Amanda Lynn Gibson (Cliff); sons, Tommy Eugene Glass and Troy Steven Glass (Cindy); 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. A visitation will be 11-12: noon, Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015 with a Funeral Service to follow at 12: noon….