All Obituaries

It is with heartfelt sympathy and deep respect that we announce the passing Mr. Murray Johnson, Jr.  Mr. Johnson transitioned Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Grandview Parkway Medical Center.  We extend our sincere appreciation to the Johnson family for entrusting us with the care of their loved one during this meaningful period. It has been our honor to assist you in commemorating a life well lived. —Thompson and Son Funeral Home

It is with heartfelt sympathy and deep respect that we announce the passing Mr. Jeffrey Baker.  Mr. Baker transitioned Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at North Alabama Medical Center.  We extend our sincere appreciation to the Baker family for entrusting us with the care of their loved one during this meaningful period. It has been our honor to assist you in commemorating a life well lived. —Thompson and Son Funeral Home

Shelia Brown Holland, age 68, was born December 3, 1957 to the late Mr. Nick and Mrs. Helen Houston. in Colbert County. She transitioned on Friday, March 27, 2026, at North Alabama Medical Center. SHELIA was preceded in death by her first daughter, Jamie Holland; adoptive parents, Helen Brown and Robert Brown; biological mother, Mary Chandler; grandmother, Annie Lou Houston Ray; and brother, Micheal Swinney. SHELIA was a faithful sister of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses and ...

Samuel Earl "Sam" Thompson of Rolla, MO, entered this world on January 13, 1958, at the home of his parents the late Mr. Early Thompson and Mrs. Odelle R. Thompson in Lauderdale County, AL. Sam was the oldest of five sons born from this union. Sam transitioned from this earthly life on Friday, March 20, 2026, at his home in Rolla, MO going to his heavenly home for eternal rest with the Lord. Sam joined Eleven Grove Missionary Baptist Church at the age of thirteen, where he ...

Deacon Jessie W. Canty was born January 31, 1936, and departed this life on March 12, 2026. He was born in Crenshaw County, Alabama to the late John M. Anderson and Ida Canty Burnette.  He graduated from the Crenshaw County School System. After graduating from high school, he joined the United States Army for seven years and received an honorable discharge, and was a member of Hopewell Lodge 198. He dedicated forty-one years as a machinist to Rolls Incorporated in Leighton, ...

Sister Annie Lucille Napier was born on February 10, 1936, to the late Mark and Lucinda Napier. She departed this life Saturday, March 7, 2026, after an extended illness. Annie Lucille, better known as “Nan” was a very devoted, dedicated, and committed member of Westside Church of Christ of Leighton, Alabama. She enjoyed doing the work of the Lord. Nan was very conscientious in trying to please God. Nan was quiet, had a contagious smile and a beautiful voice, and always wanted ...

Marie Antoinette Woods was the daughter of Raymond and Annie Pearl Smith Bulls. Marie was born on August 17, 1939, in Lauderdale County. She departed this life at her residence in Killen, Alabama, on the 6th day of March, 2026. She was preceded in death by her son, Tony Maurice Woods; parents, Raymond Bulls and Annie Pearl Bulls. Siblings who preceded her in death were Ann, Carol, Doris, Carol, Jerry, and Edith. Marie and Tommy married 68 years ago, celebrating sweet memories each ...

Rosetta James, age 97, entered her eternal rest on March 5, 2026, passing peacefully in her sleep. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great‑grandmother, daughter, sister, and faithful servant of God, Rosetta lived a long and beautiful life marked by grace, humility, and unwavering trust in the Lord. Born on May 4, 1928, in Russellville, Alabama, Rosetta was raised with strong values of faith, family, and community. She attended Reedtown High School in Russellville, AL, where she formed ...

MR. COREY MAURICE BATES was born in Tuscumbia, AL, on January 17, 1978, to Ms. Shelia Davidson and Mr. Maurice Davidson. On March 5, 2026, Corey departed this life. He leaves to cherish his memories: his son, Corey Maurice “CJ” Bates of Tuscumbia, AL; beloved mother, Shelia Davidson of Sheffield, AL; devoted father, Maurice Davidson of Florence, AL; very loving sister, Catrina Davidson of Tuscumbia, AL; four brothers, Christopher Bates (Anitra), Cortney Bates, Michael Clemmons, ...

It is with heartfelt sympathy and deep respect that we announce the passing Mrs. Inethey Pride. Mrs. Pride transitioned Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at Florence Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility.  We extend our sincere appreciation to the Pride Family for placing their trust in us and allowing us to care for their loved one during this meaningful period.  We pray that God continues to comfort, strengthen, and surround your family with peace in the days ahead. —Thompson and Son ...