All Obituaries

It is with overwhelming sadness that the Henderson and Phillips families of Atlanta and Roanoke, announce the passing from this life of their son, grandson, brother and nephew, Julian VanClyde Henderson, a resident of Pleasant Grove, Alabama.  Mr. Henderson transitioned from this life on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at Shelby Baptist Medical Center in Alabaster. A life well-spent is filled with fond memories and achievements, and such is the legacy of Julian VanClyde Henderson (known...

It is with a deep sense of loss that the Trammell families of Roanoke, announce the passing from this life of their father, grandfather, and brother, Mr. Walter Clifford Trammell, 77, a resident of  Roanoke.  Mr. Trammell transitioned from this life on Saturday, August 13, 2022, at his residence in Roanoke. IN LOVING MEMORY OF WALTER TRAMMELL Walter Clifford Trammell was born in Chambers County, Alabama on July 4, 1945, to the parentage of the late Ralph Trammell and Carrie Lee...

It is with deep regret that the Sims and Okushi families of Marietta, GA, announce the passing from this life of their mother and grandmother, Mrs. Barbara Jean Sims, age 75, a native and lifelong resident of 1269 County Road 59, Wedowee.  Mrs. Sims transitioned from this life on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at Northstar Place (Senior Living & Memory Care), Kennesaw, GA.   Our sincere prayers and sympathy are extended to her daughters: Kim Okushi and Michelle Sims; grandson, Micah...

With profound sadness, the Bell family — natives of Roanoke, AL, announces the passing from this life of their beloved father and grandfather, The Reverend Myris L. Bell, 88, a resident of Chestnut Street, Roanoke, Alabama.  Reverend Bell was also serving as the Pastor of Mount Pisgah Baptist Church in Roanoke. Pastor Bell transitioned from this life on Thursday, April 14, 2022, at Bethany House Hospice, Opelika. The Life and Legacy of Reverend Myris L. Bell The Journey...

It is with deep sadness that the Carlisle family of Roanoke, announces the passing from this life of their former husband, father and grandfather, Mr. Theodore Carlisle, 87, a resident of Rosewood Avenue, Anniston, Alabama.  Mr. Carlisle transitioned from this life on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at Northeast Regional Medical Center, Anniston, Alabama In Loving Memory Of Theodore "Ted" Carlisle Theodore Carlisle — affectionately remembered as "Ted" — was...

It is with profound sadness that the Kelley family of Atlanta, Georgia announce the passing from this life of their mother, daughter, sister and aunt, Ms. Donna Marie Kelley, 46, a resident of 792 Magnolia Way in Atlanta. Ms. Kelley transitioned from this life on Thursday, March 10, 2022, at Emory University Midtown in Atlanta. In Loving Memory Of Ms. Donna Marie Kelley Donna Marie Kelley was welcomed into the world, a cherished gift to her parents Edward "Bo" Kelley and Gertrude...

It is with deep sadness that the Shealey family of Roanoke, announce the passing from this life of their beloved mother, grandmother, and aunt, Ms. Marecia Shealey, 74, a resident of 1725 Highway 431. Ms. Shealey transitioned from this life on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at West Georgia Hospice. The Life and Legacy Of Marecia Shealey Marecia Shealey could best be described as a social butterfly.  She was the first of three precious gifts bestowed upon her parents, the late Agil Lawrence...

It is with profound sadness that the Finch family of Roanoke, announces the passing from this life of their father, son, brother and uncle, Mr. Patrick William Finch, 57, a resident of 800 Air Base Blvd, Montgomery.  Mr. Finch transitioned from this life on Sunday, February 27, 2022, at Baptist Medical Center South, Montgomery. In Loving Memory Of Patrick William Finch Patrick was one of two miracles — Patrick and Pamela — born on the same day, August 30, 1964, to the...

It is with deep sadness that the Jones family of Roanoke, announce the passing from this life of their sister, aunt, and great-aunt, Ms. Lera Jean Bell, 77, a resident of Country Club Road.  Ms. Bell transitioned from this life on Thursday, February 24, 2022, at her residence. In Loving Memory Of Ms. Lera Jean Bell Lera Jean Bell was a precious gift to her family, born on May 25, 1944, in Chambers County, Alabama to the parentage of the late Emerson and Mable (Whatley) Bell. This was...

It is with great sadness that the Phipps family of Roanoke, announce the passing from this life of Mr. Donald Phipps, 71, a resident of 1138 Main Street.  Mr. Phipps transitioned from this life on Sunday, February 6, 2022, at UAB Hospital, Birmingham. The Life and Legacy of Donald Phipps Donald Phipps, age 71, was one of five children, born May 2, 1950, to the parentage of the late Elga Howard Phipps and Mattie Louise (Joyner) Phipps.  He was born in Brooklet, GA, a small town...