Sandra Darlene Stone Burnette (“MaMa”), age 61, of Centreville, Alabama, entered into her heavenly home on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Sandra was born on May 22, 1965, in Marion, Alabama. Sandra was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, aunt, and great-aunt. She is survived by her loving mother, Dorothy Mae Nichols Stone; her loving husband... Read More

Robert Edwin McCrory, Jr., 79, of Sawyerville, died Sunday, June 28, 2026, at his home. He was born August 3, 1946. Services were held Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Magnolia Chapel South, with Rev. Gil McKee officiating. Burial followed at Memory Hill Gardens. Visitation was held at the funeral home one hour... Read More

Robert “Bobby” Howell Johnston, 90, of Tuscaloosa, died peacefully Thursday, June 25, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at his home. Bobby was preceded in death by his parents, George Rufus Johnston and Virginia Johnston; and by his siblings, Ellen Thrasher, George Edwin Johnston, Betty Alice Kynard, Ray Johnston, and Peggy Daniels. Bobby is survived... Read More

Vernice “Nicese” Smith, 54, of Greensboro, peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, June 24, surrounded by her loving parents, sister, brothers, nieces, and other cherished family members. She was born on November 17, 1971, to Eddie B. Smith and Ruby Love Williams Smith of Greensboro. Nicese accepted Christ at an early age and became a... Read More

Jessie Ray Averette, 72, of Marion, died Wednesday, June 24. Jessie Ray was born October 22, 1953, in Alabama. Jessie Ray was preceded in death by Rita Jo Averette, Christopher Ray Averette, Wendy Michelle Averette, Jimmy Wayne Averette, Jackson C. Averette, and Inez Lagrone Averette. Jessie Ray is survived by two daughters, Elizabeth Robin Averette... Read More

Betty Swindal Garner, 81, of Centreville, died peacefully on Monday, June 22. Betty was born on February 14, 1945, in Perry County. She lived a life centered on family and service to others. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose warm heart, gentle spirit, and unwavering devotion to her family touched... Read More