Obituaries
Katheryn “Katy” Michelle Cooper
Aug 18, 2023
Katheryn “Katy” Michelle Cooper of Lake View, Alabama, passed away at her home on Friday, August 18, 2023 at the age of 38.
She was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama on April 19, 1985. Katy proudly attended American Christian Academy and later served her country as a Private in the United States Army.
She leaves behind to cherish her memories her...
Barry Clyde Kynard
Aug 7, 2023
Barry Clyde Kynard, an individual known for being a man of few words, passed away on August 7, 2023, in Selma, Alabama. Born on April 9, 1957, he was the son of Billy Clyde Kynard and Jewel Mevina Early Kynard.Barry attended Dallas County High School. He was a former server with Joyce's Catering here in Selma. He leaves behind his brother,...
Janice I. Coombs
Aug 5, 2023
Janice I. Coombs, beloved daughter, wife, mother, and Mima, passed away on August 5, 2023, at the age of 80. She was born on September 22, 1942, in Parrish, Alabama to Gus and Gene Elliott. Jan, as she was known by her friends, led a remarkable life filled with love, creativity, and an enthusiasm for helping others. She had...
Elizabeth "Camille" Hughey Salter
Jul 27, 2023
Elizabeth "Camille" Hughey Salter, beloved wife, mother, grandmother passed away on July 27, 2023, at Southland Nursing Home in Marion, Alabama.
She was born on February 13, 1947, in Sprott, Alabama to the late Marshall and Oda Nichols Hughey. Camille will be remembered for her musical talent, her passion for family and cooking talents.
Camille's musical journey began at a young age....
Michael Edward Alexander
Jul 10, 2023
Michael Edward Alexander of Selma, Alabama passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama at the age of 71.
He was born on January 8, 1952 to the late Ben Edward Alexander and the late Verna Marie Nichols Alexander.
He was a retired assembly line worker for Mercedes.
He is survived by his wife, Carolyn...
Deborah Jean Cooper Jones
Jul 8, 2023
Deborah Jean Cooper Jones of Selma, passed away at home on Saturday, July 8, 2023 at the age of 68.
She was born in Georgetown, South Carolina on October 27, 1954 to the late Willie Cooper and Lessie Goins Cooper.
Deborah retired from Bush Hog after more than 25 years of service.
She will fondly be remembered...
Elayne Flournoy Tucker
Jun 29, 2023
Elayne Flournoy Tucker, 79, of Temple, AZ, and formerly of Selma, AL, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023.
She was born March 31, 1944 in Selma, AL to the late Ross N. Flournoy and late Sarah Jane Cranmore.
She is preceded in death by her parents and husband, Raymond Tucker.
She is survived by son, Roger; brothers, Louis...
Jeffrey Dale Harris
Jun 26, 2023
Jeffrey Dale Harris, 60, of Elberta, AL, passed away Monday, June 26, 2023, in Ocean Springs, MS. He was born January 29, 1963, in Selma, AL to Vernon and Viva Harris.
He was an active member of the American Legion, Foley, AL. Jeffrey loved Alabama Football, his American Legion family, watching Western shows and drinking sweet tea.
He is preceded...
Norma "Gail" Marcinowski Read
Jun 25, 2023
Norma Gail Read, of Snellville, Georgia, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 25, 2023, at the age of 80.
Mrs. Read enjoyed traveling, collecting figurines, and reveled in the spirit andholiday of Christmas. Mrs. Read was a gifted cook, loved her family dearly and was especially proud of her grandchildren. Mrs. Read’s loving nature and innate goodness will be missed by...
Mary Elizabeth Goodman Cottrell
Jun 24, 2023
Mary Elizabeth Goodman Cottrell of Selma, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Saturday, June 24, 2023 a the age of 66.
Mary was born in Selma on July 13, 1956 to the late Walter B. Goodman and Mavis E. Dennis Goodman.
She was homemaker.
She is survived by her daughter, Jessica Johnson (James Phillips, Jr.);...
Brenda Diane Sparks Crisp
Jun 18, 2023
Mrs. Brenda Diane Sparks Crisp of Englewood, TN and formerly of Clanton, passed away on Sunday June 18, 2023 at Sweetwater Hospital in Sweetwater, TN at the age of 63.
She was born in Chicago, IL to the late Clarence "Buddy" Sparks and the late Vera Adams Sparks Davis.
She was a former truck driver.
She is...
Elsie Mae Headley Combs
Jun 16, 2023
Elsie Mae Headley Combs of Selma, passed away on Friday, June 16, 2023 at Baptist Hospital South in Montgomery at the age of 73.
She was born in Clanton, Alabama on February 21, 1950 to the late Forrest J. Headley and the late Lois Rhodes Headley. She was a former machine operator with American Apparel in Selma.
Elsie is survived...
Jimmy Joseph Johnson
Jun 14, 2023
Mr. Jimmy Joseph Johnson Marion passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at the Perry County Nursing Home in Marion at the age of 81.
He was born on February 20, 1942 to the late EW Johnson and the Bessie Edwards Johnson.
Mr. Jimmy is survived by his wife Elizabeth Cochran Johnson; sons, Joey Johnson and Steve (Beth)...
Paul Edward Glaze
Jun 7, 2023
Mr. Paul Edward Glaze of Selma passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Prattville Baptist Hospital at the age of 87.
He was was born in Alabama on April 7, 1936 to the late Harrison Glaze and the late Ethel Ousley Glaze.
He was a retired superintendent with the Selma Water Works. Mr. Glaze honorably served his country...
Charles Edward Fulford
Jun 7, 2023
Mr. Charles Edward "Old Soldier" Fulford age 73 of Selma, passed away peacefully at the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center on Wednesday, June 7, 2023.
He was born in Alabama on July 23, 1949 to the late Henry Fulford and the late Carolyn Billingsley Fulford.
Charles served his country faithfully in the United States Army as a Staff Sergeant for...
William "Huett" Brunson
May 29, 2023
William "Huett" Brunson of Browns, Alabama passed away on Monday, May 29, 2023 at Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma at the age of 81.
He was born in Meridian, Mississippi on July 31, 1941 to the late Willie Frank and Audrey McCann Brunson.
Huett worked on his father's dairy farm during his high school years milking cows at 2:30...
Thomas "Tommy" Winston Tait
May 28, 2023
Thomas (Tommy) Tait of Fayetteville, Georgia passed away peacefully at home at the age of 89 on May 28, 2023, surrounded by family.
Tommy was born on December 8, 1933, in Deadwood, South Dakota to the late Robert and Viola Tait. He attended Albert G. Parish High School in Selma, Alabama and graduated in 1951. After high school, he...
Shawn Patrick Harris
May 21, 2023
Shawn Williams, age 51 of Selma, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023 at St. Vincent's Hospital in Birmingham.
He was born on September 23, 1971 in Poughkeepsie, New York to the late Sabrina Anderson.
He is survived by his wife, Brittney Williams; children, Ashtin WIlliams, Savannah Williams, and Arron Wilson (Hailey); 5 grandchildren; best friend, Joey...
Clara Mae Epperson Rushton
May 16, 2023
Clara Mae Epperson Rushton, age 69, of Selma passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023.
She was born April 7, 1954 to the late Henry and Marvine Epperson.
Mrs. Rushton is survived by her daughter, Rhonda Tupper (Mike); sons, Grady Cobb II (Joanna), Shayne Roberts; sister, Carolyn Miley (Curtis); brother, Wayne Epperson (Brenda); and 11 grandchildren.
She is preceded in...
Donald C. Atwood
May 15, 2023
Donald C. Atwood passed away May 15, 2023, at the age of 87. His battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite the pain Dad came out a hero and stayed strong until the end.
Don was born in Mayodan, North Carolina May 24, 1935. He was one of...
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