Gene Mathews
Jan 17, 2026
Gene Darlene Heckathorn Mathews, 81, of Jackson was born December 24, 1944, in North Bend, Oregon, to the late Roy Ray and Ella Chandler Heckathorn. Gene departed this life in exchange for her Heavenly Home on Saturday January 17, 2026. Gene taught in the public school system for 31 years. She met and married the love of her life Joseph...
Jim Mosley
Jan 13, 2026
James G. "Jim" Mosley, 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Jackson, Alabama on January 13, 2026, with his loving wife of 60 years, Betty, by his side. He is deeply missed and leaves a legacy of inspiring generations of students to share his passion for music.
He was born on October 4, 1942, in Newton County, Mississippi, the...
Derek Gates
Jan 10, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Derek Tillman Gates, who left us on January 10, 2026. Born on November 9, 1967, in Mobile, Derek was a true Southern man at heart. He had lived in several places throughout his life but made his final home in Lillian.
Derek was a proud graduate of Satsuma High...
Theodore Van Iderstine
Jan 6, 2026
Theodore Joseph Van Iderstine, fondly known as Ted, passed away on January 6, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on March 5, 1936, in Lakeland, Florida, Ted lived in several locations over the years before making a home in West Bend for over 30 years.
Ted was not only a brilliant engineer, having graduated from MIT in 1962, but...
Vivian Beech
Jan 2, 2026
Lula Vivian Williams Beech, a beloved member of the Chatom and Washington County community, was born on September 13, 1920, in Chatom, Alabama. She was the second oldest of eight children and spent much of her childhood in the small town of Fruitdale, Alabama, where she attended school and graduated from Fruitdale High School in 1939.
During her high school...
Pamela Few
Jan 1, 2026
Pamela Pace Few, widely known as "Gran" or "Ms. Pam," of Jackson, left this world on January 1, 2026, at the age of 74. Born on October 1, 1951, she filled the lives of her family, friends, and community with joy, kindness, and unwavering strength.
For over 50 years, Pam was a beloved member of the Jackson Church of Christ,...
Sharon Terry
Dec 28, 2025
Sharon Terry, 79, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 28, 2025. She was born March 26th, 1946, to the late Arthur Leonard and Daisye (York) Terry. She was the youngest of nine children and a life-long resident of Coffeeville, Alabama. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Coffeeville and a graduate of Coffeeville...
Gary Thompson
Dec 24, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gary Cowan Thompson Sr., a cherished father, son, and friend, who left us peacefully on December 24, 2025, at the age of 55. Born in Jackson on September 7, 1970, Gary was a beloved member of the community who touched the lives of many with his warmth and passion...
Gregory Joel Deas
Dec 23, 2025
Gregory Joel Deas passed away peacefully at his home on December 23, 2025, with his devoted wife, Leigh, by his side. He was born in Mobile, Alabama on May 17, 1955. While his presence will be deeply missed, his legacy of love, service, and kindness will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.
A decorated U.S.A.F. Veteran, Joel...
Joseph Duke
Dec 22, 2025
Joseph Earle Duke, 62 died at home in Gosport on December 22, 2025. He was born November 30, 1963, in Pensacola, FL to Rufus Donald Duke and Rachel Williamson Duke.
He was predeceased by his father, Donald Duke, uncles, Richard Duke and Marion Duke. He is survived by his mother; daughters, Brandi (Tony) Stacey and Brittany (Brandon) Garrick; granddaughters, Hailey...
Jack Williams
Dec 22, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jack Everett Williams, a beloved husband, father, and friend, who departed this world on December 22, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Jack was born on April 4, 1950, to his parents Benjamin Franklin Williams and Ada Angeline Everett Williams. Jack lived a life dedicated to family, service, and...
Eloise Loper
Dec 19, 2025
Eloise Loper, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and cherished member of the Yarbo community, peacefully passed away on December 19, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on April 6, 1939 to parents Bud and Sybil (Black) Smith. She spent most of her childhood in Loxley, Alabama. Eloise lived a life filled with passion, love, and joy. She was a...
Terry Hooper
Dec 18, 2025
Terry Earl Hooper, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend, of Coffeeville passed away Thursday, December 18, 2026 at the age of 69.
Born on November 21, 1956 to William Earl Hooper and Bobbie Lou Northcutt Hooper, Terry was a brother to Vikki, Bonnie, and Greg. He married Diane Hodge on June 10, 1980 and together they built a...
Jean Mathews
Dec 15, 2025
Jean Marie Courtney Mathews, 87, of Grove Hill, Alabama passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on December 15, 2025, following a hard-fought battle with cancer. She was born October 5, 1938, in Jackson, Alabama. Jean, known as Jean Marie to her oldest friends and lovingly called Mother, the name she cherished most, by her grandchildren and...
Jocille Robison
Dec 13, 2025
Jocille Sutton Robison, 94, of Whatley, passed away on December 13, 2025, at The Retreat at SAAD Hospice in Mobile. Jocille was born in Whatley on September 29, 1931, to parents Joseph E. Sutton and Vera Lucille Sutton. Shortly after graduating from high school Jocille furthered her education and became a Registered Nurse, she worked at Polk County Hospital in...
Harvey Green
Dec 13, 2025
Harvey Jefferson "Jeff" Green, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on January 26, 1957, to his parents, Nathan and Mary Nell Green. He devoted 36 years of his life to working at Ciba/Huntsman Chemical. His easy-going nature and keen sense of humor touched the lives of all...
Gerry Fay Griffin
Dec 10, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Gerry Fay Griffin, age 89, who departed this life on December 10, 2025, in Jackson, AL. Born to her parents, William Jesse Griffin and Gladys Few Griffin, on November 25, 1936, she lived a life marked by compassion, devotion, and a spirit of generosity that touched all who knew her.Gerry was a...
Lowde Robinson
Dec 8, 2025
Lowde Robinson entered the world small in stature big on life as the oldest child and only son of Bruce and Nettie Robinson on July 4, 1931. Lowde confessed life at an early age at Old St. Matthew's Church. Lowd completed the 11th grade at Harper High School which was quite an accomplishment for African American males at that time....
Brenda Ready
Dec 6, 2025
Brenda Joyce Ready, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on May 23, 1945, Brenda lived a life full of adventure, love, and creativity. She embraced the role of a military wife, traveling extensively and forming lasting friendships with fascinating individuals along the way.
Brenda was a...
Faye McCallister
Dec 6, 2025
Janis Faye McLendon McCallister, 78, a lifelong resident of Jackson, Al, went to be with her Lord and Savior December 6, 2025.
She was born at South Alabama Infirmary in Jackson, October 26, 1947 to her beloved parents, Foscue and Helen McLendon. She spent her childhood with her sisters on her family's cattle farm which sparked her enduring love of...
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