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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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H. Alan Martin, age 49, passed away Thursday, August 19, 2021 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Lincoln, Al on December 17, 1971 to Henry B and Evelyn Martin. Alan graduated from Lincoln High School and worked for 30 years in Telecommunications. Alan married Amanda Parker April 25, 1998 and currently resides in Montevallo, Al. He had a passion for Auburn Football, grilling, traveling, working, and he was always up for trying new restaurants no matter how…

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Frances E. Hafer age 74, of Sterrett passed away on Sunday, August 15, 2021 with her family by her side.  Frances is preceded by her parents, William Arthur Abernathy and Ola Demoval Rasco Abernathy; husband, Terry Hafer; son, Dewayne Hafer; brothers, David & Buddy Abernathy; sister, Jean Massey. Frances is survived by her daughters, Donna Alexander (Greg), Ginger Thompson (Richard) and Judy Fenley; 16 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; brother, Roger Abernathy (Penny); sisters, Alice Holsomback, Sue Hutchison and Jessie Faye Bunn…

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Dacia Nicole Bailey, age 41, passed away Sunday, August 15, 2021 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on October 13, 1979 to Odis and Rebecca Connell. Dacia is preceded in death by her grandparents, George and Iver Staton, James and Ruby Connell; nephew, Gage Connell; aunt, Nettie Dunlap; and cousin, Blaine Briggs. She is survived by her loving husband, Jerrell Bailey; children, Alyssa Boyle (James), Luke Hamner, Tori Bailey, Skyler Bailey, and Colby Bailey; parents Odis and Rebecca…

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James “Jimmy” H. Walters, age 71 passed away Friday, August 13, 2021 in Foley, AL. He was born on November 21, 1949 to James Howell Walters and Emma Evelyn Walters, both have preceded him. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Valetta Faye Givens. Jimmy was a native of Panama City Florida. He relocated to Shelby County and retired from the Shelby County Sheriff’s office. He worked for several years in Afghanistan as a private contractor. Jimmy and…

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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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Dajah Iman Cutts “Yella”    “Dajah Mae”    “Annie Mae Fae” August 18, 2001 – August 3, 2021 We lost a slice of our hearts on August 3, 2021. A personality incomparable to the masses. An old soul with a bleeding heart. Infectious smile and blazing beauty. You gave me as much advice on how to be a better mother as I gave you to be a better person. I grew from your perspective and you grew from my wisdom. Your intelligence…

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Joe W. Wells, age 58 of Shelby, Al. passed away Saturday, August 7, 2021. Joe is preceded in death by his father, Milton Wells; mother, Annie Foster Wells. Joe is survived by his loving wife, Betty Wells; daughter, Laurie Abbott (Chad); sons, James Wildman (Nyla) and Jeremy Wells; granddaughter, Amber Foister (Ron Schultz); grandson, Corey Beam(Stormy); great-grandchildern, Brenley, Aubrey, Cameron, Boston, Ian and Solstice; sisters, Anna Lou and Teresa; brothers, Tommy (Sue) and Max (Frances); Neices, Jessica Horton, Patience Liner ,…

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