LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF BIBB COUNTY, ALABAMA
In the Matter of the Adoption Petition of Cody Jason Martin and Sara Elise Pettit Martin
Case No. 2026AD023
NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
NOTICE TO: UNKNOWN FATHER, whose whereabouts are unknown.
To the unknown biological father of a minor child born to Samone Dorlinda Kelley on March 22nd, 2023, in Jefferson County, Alabama:
Please take notice that a Petition for Adoption has been filed in Case No. 2026AD023 and that a hearing on said petition has been set for the 14th day of August, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. before the Probate Court of Bibb County, Alabama.
If you intend to contest this Petition for Adoption, you must file a written response with the attorney for the Petitioners named below and with the Probate Court of Bibb County, Alabama, no later than 30 days from the last day this notice is published.
You may appear and contest the same if you choose.
Done this the 22nd day of May, 2026.
Stephanie W. Kemmer
BIBB COUNTY PROBATE JUDGE
8 Court Square W A
Centerville, AL 35042
Attorney for Petitioners:
Arthur O. Acosta
115 Magnolia Place Dr.
Wetumpka, AL 36093
Petitioners:
Cody Jason Martin
Sara Elise Pettit Martin
Publish in the Bessemer Western Star once a week for four consecutive weeks.
Publish: May 29, June 5, 12, & 19, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF BIBB COUNTY, ALABAMA
In the Matter of the Adoption Petition of James Christopher Brown and Jennifer Dominic Brown
Case No. 2026AD021
NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
NOTICE TO: UNKNOWN FATHER, whose whereabouts are unknown.
To the unknown biological father of a minor child born to Lakesha Denise Loyd on July 11th, 2016, in Fulton County, Georgia:
Please take notice that a Petition for Adoption has been filed in Case No. 2026AD021 and that a hearing on said petition has been set for the 14th day of August, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. before the Probate Court of Bibb County, Alabama.
If you intend to contest this Petition for Adoption, you must file a written response with the attorney for the Petitioners named below and with the Probate Court of Bibb County, Alabama, no later than 30 days from the last day this notice is published.
You may appear and contest the same if you choose.
Done this the 22nd day of May, 2026.
Stephanie W. Kemmer
BIBB COUNTY PROBATE JUDGE
8 Court Square W A
Centerville, AL 35042
Attorney for Petitioners:
Arthur O. Acosta
115 Magnolia Place Dr.
Wetumpka, AL 36093
Petitioners:
James Christopher Brown
Jennifer Dominic Brown
Publish in the Bessemer Western Star once a week for four consecutive weeks.
Publish: May 29, June 5, 12, & 19, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF BIBB COUNTY, ALABAMA
In the Matter of the Adoption Petition of Cody Jason Martin and Sara Elise Pettit Martin
Case No. 2026AD022
NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
NOTICE TO: FATHER, whose whereabouts are unknown.
To the presumed father, Casey Jorge McDuffie, of a minor child born to Samone Dorlinda Kelley on September 16th, 2021, in Walker County, Alabama:
Please take notice that a Petition for Adoption has been filed in Case No. 2026AD022 and that a hearing on said petition has been set for the 14th day of August, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. before the Probate Court of Bibb County, Alabama.
If you intend to contest this Petition for Adoption, you must file a written response with the attorney for the Petitioners named below and with the Probate Court of Bibb County, Alabama, no later than 30 days from the last day this notice is published.
You may appear and contest the same if you choose.
Done this the 22nd day of May, 2026.
Stephanie W. Kemmer
BIBB COUNTY PROBATE JUDGE
8 Court Square W A
Centerville, AL 35042
Attorney for Petitioners:
Arthur O. Acosta
115 Magnolia Place Dr.
Wetumpka, AL 36093
Petitioners:
Cody Jason Martin
Sara Elise Pettit Martin
Publish in the Bessemer Western Star once a week for four consecutive weeks.
Publish: May 29, June 5, 12, & 19, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: DONNA MITCHELL, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000231
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Upon Last Will and Testament of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 4th day of May 2026 by the Honorable Jameria Johnson Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Nichcolas Cire Mitchell
Personal Representative(s)
6/5/26; 6/12/26; 6/19/26
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JACQUELINE ELIZABETH HOUSTON, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000256
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Upon the Estate of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 20th day of May 2026 by the Honorable Yashiba Blanchard, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Kimbley Gatson
Personal Representative(s)
06/05/2026; 06/12/2026; 06/19/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: WILLIE SMITH JR, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000190
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Upon the Estate of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 9th day of April 2026 by the Honorable Yashiba Glenn Blanchard, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Jay Greene
Personal Representative(s)
06/05/26; 06/12/26 and 06/19/26
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 25BES000219
ESTATE OF: LARRY WAYNE HYCHE, DECEASED
To: Jerry Lynn Hyche, Phillip Hyche, Timmy Hyche, Jane Hyche, Gary Hyche, any and all heirs whose names, ages, conditions, and addresses are unknown, and to any and all interested parties:
On the 18th day of September 2025, came Mavis Ann Hyche and filed her Petition to Set Aside Homestead Allowance, Exempt Property and Family Allowance, in the matter of the Estate of Larry Wayne Hyche, Deceased.
And whereas the 27th day of July 2026, at 1:15 p.m., has been set as a day for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support of same.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the day set for hearing same be given by publication once a week for three successive weeks in the Western Star, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all parties in interest to appear and contest said petition if they think proper so to do.
This the 28th day of May, 2026.
Jameria Johnson Moore
JUDGE OF PROBATE
Please publish:
6/5/26; 6/12/26; 6/19/26
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: REAGAN LEIGH ROBERTS SMITH aka REAGAN LEIGH SMITH, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000271
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Upon the Estate of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 28th day of May 2026 by the Honorable Jameria Johnson Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Thaddeus Jermaine Smith
Personal Representative(s)
06/05/2026; 06/12/2026; 06/19/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES000196
ESTATE OF: TIMOTHY KNOX, DECEASED
To: Quinton Costello Knox, Jozavia Cortez Knox, Kayla Nicole Knox, Kaitlyn Lacole Knox, any and all heirs whose names, ages, conditions, and addresses are unknown, and to any and all interested parties:
On the 27th day of April 2026, came Timesha Knox and filed her Motion to Remove Administrator and Motion to Set for Hearing, in the matter of the Estate of Timothy Knox, Deceased.
And whereas the 2nd day of September 2026, at 11:00 a.m., has been set as a day for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support of same.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the day set for hearing same be given by publication once a week for three successive weeks in the Western Star, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all parties in interest to appear and contest said petition if they think proper so to do.
This the 28th day of May, 2026.
Sherri C. Friday
JUDGE OF PROBATE
Please Publish:
6/5/26; 6/12/26; 6/19/26
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: LILA LEE GOLDEN SMITH, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000275
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Upon Last Will and Testament of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 1st day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Patsy Smith Martin
Personal Representative(s)
06/05/2026; 06/12/2026; 06/19/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: QUINTIN KELLY BARNES SR, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000282
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Upon the Estate of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 2nd day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Jay Greene
Personal Representative(s)
06/05/2026; 06/12/2026; 06/19/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JOSEPH HAROLD HUMPHREY aka JOSEPH H HUMPHREY, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000281
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Upon the Estate of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 2nd day of June 2026 by the Honorable Jameria Johnson Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Jay Greene
Personal Representative(s)
06/05/2026; 06/12/2026; 06/19/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION ON FINAL SETTLEMENT
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 22BES000686
ESTATE OF: JOSEPH D. LAWSON, a protected person, now deceased
To: Kensley Lawson, Jackie Lawson, Ralph Lawson, any and all other parties interested in said estate, take notice:
On the 11th day of May 2026, came C. Burton Dunn, Esq., conservator for the Estate of Joseph D. Lawson, a protected person, now deceased, and filed his accounts, vouchers, evidence, and statement for a Final Settlement of same.
It is therefore ordered that the 28th day of September 2026, at 2:00 p.m., be appointed a day for making such settlement at which time all parties in interest can appear and contest the same if they think proper.
Done this the 2nd day of June 2026.
Jameria Johnson Moore
JUDGE OF PROBATE
Please publish:
6/5/26; 6/12/26; 6/19/26
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: KIMBERLY J BARNES, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000280
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Upon the Estate of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 2nd day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Jay Greene
Personal Representative(s)
06/05/2026; 06/12/2026; 06/19/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION FOR PETITION OF APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN/CONSERVATOR
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES000234
ESTATE OF: CHRISTINE STARKEY, AN ALLEGED INCAPACITATED PERSON
To: Gloria Weatherby, Barbara Bender, Mary Morgan, Fannie Hunter, George Starkey, Rosetta Ramsey, and any and all unknown heirs, whose names, ages, conditions, and whereabouts are unknown, and to any and all interested parties:
Take notice that on the 5th day of May 2026, Nakisha Monik Starkey filed a petition for the appointment of a Guardian/Conservator for Christine Starkey, an alleged incapacitated person.
Notice is hereby given to the above-named person and all persons in interest that said petition for appointment of Guardian/Conservator has been set for hearing on the 1st day of July 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
All persons in interest should appear in this Court on said day of hearing to object to said petition and make such other defense in the premises as may seem proper.
WITNESS MY HAND, this the 5th day of June 2026.
Sherri C. Friday
JUDGE OF PROBATE
Please publish:
6/12/26; 6/19/26; 6/26/26; 7/3/26
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: MITCHEL OWEN CRAWFORD, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000228
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Upon Last Will and Testament of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 5th day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Cassandra Lollar Gutierrez
Personal Representative(s)
06/12/2026; 06/19/2026; 06/26/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: REX M KELLEY, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000219
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Upon Last Will and Testament of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 5th day of June 2025 by the Honorable Jameria Johnson Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Donny R Kelley
Personal Representative(s)
06/12/2026; 06/19/2026; 06/26/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ETHEL COLVIN, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000270
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Upon Last Will and Testament of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 2nd day of June 2026 by the Honorable Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
Alfonzo Colvin
Personal Representative(s)
06/12/2026; 06/19/2026; 06/26/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
CHANGE OF NAME PUBLICATION FOR A MINOR
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES000289
IN THE MATTER OF THE CHANGE OF NAME OF:
B.D.B
MINOR
NOTICE TO: CARL ANTONIO BROCK
WHEREABOUTS UNKNOWN
On the 4th day of June 2026, came Lafayette Tennille Holmes, Mother and Petitioner, for the Change of Name for B.D.B, minor.
And whereas the 11th day of August 2026, at 10:00 A.M. has been set as a day for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support of same.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the day set for hearing same be given by publication once a week for four consecutive weeks in the Western Star, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all parties in interest to appear and contest said petition if they think proper so to do. Please note that an answer may be filed within 30 days from the date of this last publication notice.
Given under my hand, this, the 4th day of June 2026.
Jacqueline Knox
JUDGE OF PROBATE
Pub June 12th, 19th, 26th, and July 3rd, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: GEORGE WILLIAM COLLIER JR, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000277
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Upon Last Will and Testament of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 3rd day of June 2026 by the HONORABLE JAMERIA JOHNSON MOORE, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
DONNA THOMPSON ALLEN
Personal Representative(s)
06/12/2026; 06/19/2026; 06/26/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: DEBRA KAY DAVIS, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000287
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Upon the Estate of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 2nd day of June 2026 by the HONORABLE Jameria J. Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
SAMUEL REESE
Personal Representative(s)
Attorney of Record
06/12/2026; 06/19/2026; 06/26/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: PEARL RUTH HAMM, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000284
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Upon the Estate of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 3rd day of June 2026 by the HONORABLE SHERRI C FRIDAY, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
JAMES D TERRY
Personal Representative(s)
Attorney of Record
06/12/2026; 06/19/2026; 06/26/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: NANCY ROBERTS HOGELIN, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000285
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Upon Last Will and Testament of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 3rd day of June 2026 by the HONORABLE JAMERIA JOHNSON MOORE, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
KAREN ANN SULLIVAN
Personal Representative(s)
06/12/2026; 06/19/2026; 06/26/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: HELEN DABBS SYX, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000286
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
Upon Last Will and Testament of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 3rd day of June 2026 by the HONORABLE Sherri C Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
KEITH RANDALL SYX
Personal Representative(s)
06/05/2026; 06/12/2026; 06/19/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ALFRED WAYNE SMITH, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000263
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Upon the Estate of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 21st day of May 2026 by the HONORABLE JAMERIA JOHNSON MOORE, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
BRENDA ANN SMITH
Personal Representative(s)
06/12/2026; 06/19/2026; 06/26/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE:
WHEELER WRECKER SERVICE INC gives Notice of Foreclosure of Lien and intent to sell these vehicles on 07/17/2026, 10:00 AM at 705 22 ND ST N, BESSEMER, AL 35020, pursuant to subsection 32-13-3 of the Alabama Statutes. WHEELER WRECKER SERVICE INC reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids.
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Published 6/12/26 & 6/19/26
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION ON ADOPTION (UNKNOWN OR UNDISCLOSED PARENT)
IN THE MATTER OF: ADOPTION OF: C.R.R., MINOR
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, AL.
CASE NO. 26BES00288
NOTICE TO THE UNKNOWN OR UNDISCLOSED PARENT OF: C.R.R.
WHOSE ADDRESS IS ALSO UNKNOWN OR UNDISCLOSED
You will take notice that a Petition for the Adoption of C.R.R. (born to Toya Monique Robinson, Natural Mother) was filed on the 3rd day of June 2026, alleging that the whereabouts of the natural parent of said minor child are unknown or has not been disclosed to the Court, and whose relationship of said unknown or undisclosed natural parent to the aforesaid minor child is that of father. Minor Child’s birth date is May 22, 2024.
Please be advised that should you intend to contest this adoption, you must file a written response within thirty (30) days of the date of the last publication herein with Willie Florence, Esq., whose name and address is shown below, and with the Clerk of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, Courthouse, Bessemer, AL 35020.
DONE this the 8th day of June 2026.
Jacqueline Knox
JUDGE OF PROBATE
Willie Florence, Sr., Esq.
300 Princeton Pkwy SW
Birmingham, AL 35211
Run dates:
06/12/2026, 06/19/2026, 06/26/2026, 07/03/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION ON FINAL SETTLEMENT
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 25BES000127
ESTATE OF: JOYCE ELIZABETH WALKER, DECEASED
To: ROBIN ALMA WALKER, WENDY WALKER JACKSON, AQUA FINANCE, INC., AMERICA’S FIRST FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, DISCOVER BANK C/O DCM SERVICES, JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., and any and all other parties interested in said estate, take notice;
On the 29th day of December 2025, came Gerald Karl Walker, the Personal Representative for the Estate of Joyce Elizabeth Walker, deceased, and filed her accounts, vouchers, evidence and statement for a Final Settlement of same.
It is therefore ordered that the 10th day of August 2026, at 3:00 p.m. be appointed a day for making such settlement at which time all parties in interest can appear and contest the same if they think proper.
Done this 8th day of June 2026.
Jameria Johnson Moore
JUDGE OF PROBATE
PLEASE PUBLISH:
6/12/26; 6/19/26; 6/26/26
LEGAL NOTICE
CHANGE OF NAME PUBLICATION FOR A MINOR
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BESS00296
IN THE MATTER OF THE CHANGE OF NAME OF:
C.T.A., A MINOR
NOTICE TO: KNOWN OR UNKNOWN FATHER, ADDRESS UNKNOWN
On the 8th day of JUNE 2026, came TE’Keya Waddell, Mother, Petitioner for the Change of Name for C.T.A. Minor.
And whereas the 11th day of August 2026, at 12:00 P.M. has been set as a day for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support of same.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the day set for hearing same be given by publication once a week for four consecutive weeks in the Western Star, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all parties in interest to appear and contest said petition if they think proper so to do. Please note that an answer may be filed within 30 days from the date of this last publication notice.
Given under my hand, this, the 8th day of JUNE 2026.
Jacqueline Knox
DEPUTY JUDGE OF PROBATE
Pub 4 weeks:
6/12/2026; 6/19/2026; 6/26/2026; 7/3/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES00262
ESTATE OF: BONNIE LOUISE BAILEY, DECEASED
To: JERRY BAILEY, Any and All Heirs, Whose Names, Ages, Conditions and Addresses are Unknown and to any and all interested parties:
On the 21st day of May 2026, Joy Mason came and filed her Petition for Probate of Will, in the matter of the Estate of Bonnie Louise Bailey, Deceased.
And whereas the 11th day of August 2026, at 1:30 P.M., has been set as a day for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support of same.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the day set for hearing same be given by publication once a week for three successive weeks in the WESTERN STAR, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all parties in interest to appear and contest said petition if they think proper so to do.
This the 9th day of June 2026.
Jacqueline Knox
DEPUTY JUDGE OF PROBATE
Run dates:
06/12/2026, 06/19/2026, 06/26/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
CHANGE OF NAME PUBLICATION FOR A MINOR
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES00125
IN THE MATTER OF THE CHANGE OF NAME OF:
R.L.D., A MINOR
NOTICE TO: KNOWN OR UNKNOWN FATHER, ADDRESS UNKNOWN
On the 10th day of March 2026, came Nakayla L. Harris, Mother, Petitioner for the Change of Name for R.L.D.
And whereas the 5th day of August 2026, at 10:00 A.M. has been set as a day for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support of same.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the day set for hearing same be given by publication once a week for four consecutive weeks in the Western Star, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all parties in interest to appear and contest said petition if they think proper so to do. Please note that an answer may be filed within 30 days from the date of this last publication notice.
Given under my hand, this, the 9th day of June 2026.
Sherri C Friday
JUDGE OF PROBATE
Pub 4 weeks:
06/12/2026, 06/19/2026, 06/26/2026, 07/03/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES00274
ESTATE OF: MARVIN SEWELL SMITH, DECEASED
To: MARVINN DALE SMITH, BETTY JOYCE OGLETREE, Any and All Heirs, Whose Names, Ages, Conditions and Addresses are Unknown and to any and all interested parties:
On the 28th day of May 2026, Betty Smith came and filed her Petition for Probate of Will, in the matter of the Estate of Marvin Sewell Smith, Deceased.
And whereas the 11th day of August 2026, at 1:00 P.M., has been set as a day for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support of same.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the day set for hearing same be given by publication once a week for three successive weeks in the WESTERN STAR, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all parties in interest to appear and contest said petition if they think proper so to do.
This the 9th day of June 2026.
Jacqueline Knox
DEPUTY JUDGE OF PROBATE
Run dates:
06/12/2026, 06/19/2026, 06/26/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE
Classic Towing & Recovery LLC gives Notice of Foreclosure of Lien and intent to sell these vehicles on the dates listed at 1185 Love St., Hueytown, AL 35023, pursuant to subsection 32-13-3 of the Alabama Statutes. Classic Towing & Recovery LLC reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids.
2015 Chevrolet Impala
2G1125S32F9156440 — 7.26.26
2014 Dodge Charger
2C3CDXBG4EH215828 — 7.26.26
2009 Dodge Caliber
1B3HB48A79D142192 — 7.26.26
2003 Acura TL
19UUA56893A026492 — 7.28.26
2011 Acura MDX
2HNYD2H64BH510100 — 7.28.26
2000 GMC Sonoma
1GTCS14W3YK265023 — 7.28.26
2019 Toyota Rav 4
JTMW1RFV2KD019949 — 7.31.26
1999 Mercedes Benz CLK
WDBLJ70G8XF061974 — 8.1.26
Classic Towing & Recovery LLC
1185 Love St., Hueytown, AL 35023
Phone: 205.491.5628
Published 6/12/26 & 6/19/26
LEGAL NOTICE
Pursuant to the provisions of Title 17, Chapter 9, Section 5 of the Code of Alabama (1975), notice is hereby given that a Special Primary Election, for Alabama Congressional Districts 1, 2, 6 and 7, will be held at designated polling places on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on that date. A public test of voting machines will be held at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026, at the Jefferson County Operations Center, located at 520 Medco Road, Birmingham, Alabama 35217.
Pursuant to the provisions of § 21-4-23, Code of Alabama (1975), notice is hereby given that:
- Instructions, printed in large type, will be conspicuously displayed at each voter registration site and polling place, sufficient to provide hearing impaired and seriously visually impaired individuals with adequate information as to how and where they may register and vote.
- Each polling place shall have an ExpressVote Voter Assist Terminal for use by individuals with disabilities who would otherwise be prevented from voting because of their inability to mark a paper ballot.
- Absentee ballots are available to any handicapped or elderly individual who, because of disability or age, is unable to go to their assigned polling place to vote on election day. The deadlines for requesting and submitting an absentee ballot are the same as for other persons seeking to vote by absentee ballot.
- Any handicapped or elderly individual who, because of handicap or age, requires assistance in casting a vote, may select a person of his or her choice to accompany such individual into the polling place to assist in the casting of the vote.
Further, § 17-9-13(a), Code of Alabama (1975) states, “Any person who wishes assistance in voting may receive assistance from any persons the voter chooses except the voter’s employer, an agent of the employer, or an office or agent of the voter’s union.”
Carole Smitherman
Special Judge of Probate-Elections
Posted at the Birmingham and Bessemer Courthouses
Published: Alabama Messenger (6/17/2026), Birmingham Times (6/25/2026), Western Star (6/19/2026), Jefferson County Elections website (www.jeffcoprobatecourt.com)
LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE
Alabama Department of Transportation
2024-2027
Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP)
Amendment No. 31
The Alabama Department of Transportation has submitted to the Federal Highway Administration and Federal Transit Administration an amendment to modify projects with the FY 2024-2027 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program which was approved October 2023.
This amendment is available for review during normal business hours at the following location:
Alabama Department of Transportation
E-101
1409 Coliseum Boulevard
Montgomery, AL 36110
or visit the ALDOT’s webpage at:
https://www.dot.state.al.us
https://cpmsapps.dot.state.al.us/OfficeEngineer/Plan/Statewide
Written public comments will be received for a 21-day period from this publication’s notice date.
John R. Cooper
Transportation Director
Published June 19, 26 & July 3, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JOHN ROBERT HINES, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000303
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 12th day of JUNE 2026 by the HONORABLE JAMERIA JOHNSON MOORE, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
RODNEY ALAN HINES
Personal Representative(s)
06/19/2026; 06/26/2026; 07/03/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: DOROTHY M GLENN, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000180
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 9th day of June 2026 by the HONORABLE JACQUELINE KNOX, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
CONNIE GLENN SHAFER
Personal Representative(s)
06/19/2026; 06/26/2026; 07/03/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES00273
ESTATE OF: LARRY C. LASTER, SR., DECEASED
TO: KNOSHIA LASTER, LARRY D. LOVEJOY, ltUNTA K. LASTER, LARRY C. LASTER, JR., EUGENIA LASTER-TARTT, BRANDY NICOLE LASTER, Any and All Heirs, Whose Names, Ages, Conditions and Addresses are Unknown and to any and all interested parties:
On the 28th day of May 2026, Carol Laster came and filed her Petition for Probate of Will, in the matter of the Estate of Larry C. Laster, Sr., Deceased.
And whereas the 11th day of August 2026, at 10:30 A.M., has been set as a day for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support of same.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the day set for hearing same be given by publication once a week for three successive weeks in the WESTERN STAR, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all parties in interest to appear and contest said petition if they think proper so to do.
This the 10th day of June 2026.
/J/ Jacqueline Knox
DEPUTY JUDGE OF PROBATE
Run dates: 06/19/2026; 06/26/2026; 07/03/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE
OF: BRENDA RENEE ROGERS, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000298
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 9th day of June 2026 by the HONORABLE Sherri C. Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
JAY GREENE
Personal Representative(s)
06/19/2026; 06/26/2026; 07/03/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES00294
ESTATE OF: TALMADGE EUGENE HANCOCK a/k/a TALMADGE E. HANCOCK, DECEASED
TO: JAMES MARCO HANCOCK, MIKE SNIDER, CINDY SNIDER, THOMAS WAYNE HANCOCK, ANDREW HANCOCK, ABBY HANCOCK, Any and All Heirs, Whose Names, Ages, Conditions and Addresses are Unknown and to any and all interested parties:
On the 8th day of June 2026, Norman R. Brown came and filed his Petition for Probate of Will, in the matter of the Estate of Talmadge Eugene Hancock a/k/a Talmadge E. Hancock, Deceased.
And whereas the 18th day of August 2026, at 10:30 A.M., has been set as a day for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support of same.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the day set for hearing same be given by publication once a week for three successive weeks in the WESTERN STAR, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all parties in interest to appear and contest said petition if they think proper so to do.
This the 10th day of June 2026.
/J/ Jacqueline Knox
DEPUTY JUDGE OF PROBATE
Run dates: 06/19/2026; 06/26/2026; 07/03/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
PUBLICATION
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES00259
ESTATE OF: JOSEPH D. LAWSON a/k/a JOSEPH DEE LAWSON, DECEASED
TO: KENSLY JOLYN LAWSON, PAULA SMITHSON, Any and All Heirs, Whose Names, Ages, Conditions and Addresses are Unknown and to any and all interested parties:
On the 22nd day of May 2026, Jackie Lawson came and filed her Petition for Probate of Will, in the matter of the Estate of Joseph D. Lawson, Deceased.
And whereas the 11th day of August 2026, at 11:00 A.M., has been set as a day for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support of same.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the day set for hearing same be given by publication once a week for three successive weeks in the WESTERN STAR, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all parties in interest to appear and contest said petition if they think proper so to do.
This the 9th day of June 2026.
/J/ Jacqueline Knox
DEPUTY JUDGE OF PROBATE
Run dates: 06/19/2026; 06/26/2026; 07/03/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE
OF: SUZANNE S NORRIS, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000297
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 9th day of June 2026 by the HONORABLE Jameria J. Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
CLARENCE D NORRIS IV
Personal Representative(s)
06/19/2026; 06/26/2026; 07/03/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
CASE NO. 26BES00076
NOTICE REGARDING ESTATE OF DAVID GENE GAMBLE, DECEASED
TO THE HEIRS AND CREDITORS OF DAVID GENE GAMBLE, DECEASED
AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
Take notice that DAVID GENE GAMBLE, Deceased, a resident of Jefferson County, Alabama, expired on MAY 19, 2016; that a Petition for a Summary Distribution on the Estate of DAVID GENE GAMBLE, Deceased, has been filed in the office of the Probate Judge of Jefferson County, Alabama, on the 23rd day of FEBRUARY 2026, as provided in the “Alabama Small Estates Act”; that you may take any action you deem appropriate regarding this estate, including notice to the Court, of any legal cause why this estate should not be distributed according to said Act within 30 days from the date of this publication.
This the 15th day of JUNE 2026.
Jacqueline Knox
DEPUTY JUDGE OF PROBATE
JEFFERSON COUNTY PROBATE COURT
BESSEMER DIVISION
RUN DATE: 06/19/2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE
OF: MARY ALICE WILLIAMS, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000305
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 12th day of June 2026 by the HONORABLE Jameria J. Moore, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
LASHONTA WILLIAMS SHERMAN
Personal Representative(s)
06/19/2026; 06/26/2026; 07/03/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE
OF: JEANNE KELLEY, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000308
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 15th day of June 2026 by the HONORABLE Sherri C Friday, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
DONNY KELLEY
Personal Representative(s)
06/19/2026; 06/26/2026; 07/03/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE
OF: DONALD LLOYD CLICK, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000301
LETTERS TESTAMENTARY
UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 12TH day of JUNE 2026 by the HONORABLE JAMERIA JOHNSON MOORE, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
DONALD WAYNE CLICK
Personal Representative(s)
06/19/2026; 06/26/2026; 07/03/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
June 15, 2026
Invitation To Bid
Kitchen Equipment
BCS-2026-104
The Bessemer City Board of Education will accept sealed bids for Kitchen Equipment. All respondents are required to submit 3 (three) copies of their bid.
SEALED BIDS WILL BE RECEIVED BY THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT LOCATED AT:
BESSEMER CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION
1621 5TH AVENUE NORTH
BESSEMER, AL 35020
UNTIL Monday, June 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM.
All envelopes (inside & outside) MUST be labeled whether mailed or hand-delivered with bid number to:
BCS-2026-104
Child Nutrition Kitchen Equipment
Bessemer Board of Education
ATTN: Patricia Stewart
1621 5th Avenue North
Bessemer, AL 35020
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PROSPECTIVE BIDDER TO MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE BIDS ARE RECEIVED IN THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT ON/BEFORE Monday, June 29, 2026.
ANY BIDS RECEIVED AFTER THE DESIGNATED DATE AND TIME WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
BIDDER MUST USE THIS FORM AND RETURN IN ITS ENTIRETY.
ITB Posted – Monday, June 15, 2026
Sealed Bid Due – Monday, June 29, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Bid Opening – Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM
School Board Meeting – Pending Board Approval
For further information, related to the bid process, contact Sharon Sanders, Director-Child Nutrition, by phone at 205-645-3608 or email at shsanders@bessk12.org.
Published June 19 & June 26, 2026
LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE
OF: GERALD SCOTT DUKE, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000302
LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION
UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 16TH day of JUNE 2026 by the HONORABLE SHERRI C FRIDAY, Judge of the Probate Court of Jefferson County, Alabama, notice is hereby given that all persons having Claims against said Estate are required to file an itemized and verified statement of such claim in the office of the said Judge of Probate within six months from above date, or said claim will be barred and payment prohibited.
WILLIAM ROY DUKE
Personal Representative(s)
06/19/2026; 06/26/2026; 07/03/2026
Attorney of Record
LEGAL NOTICE
CHANGE OF NAME PUBLICATION FOR A MINOR
STATE OF ALABAMA
JEFFERSON COUNTY
PROBATE COURT
CASE NO. 26BES00309
IN THE MATTER OF THE CHANGE OF NAME OF:
J.A.M.G., A MINOR
NOTICE TO: KNOWN OR UNKNOWN FATHER, ADDRESS UNKNOWN
On the 16th day of June 2026, came Mageli Lizat Garcia Gamino, Mother, Petitioner for the Change of Name for J.A.M.G.
And whereas the 18th day of August 2026, at 11:00 A.M. has been set as a day for hearing said petition and the testimony to be submitted in support of same.
It is therefore ordered that notice of the filing of said petition and of the day set for hearing same be given by publication once a week for four consecutive weeks in the Western Star, a newspaper published in this County, notifying all parties in interest to appear and contest said petition if they think proper so to do.
Please note that an answer may be filed within 30 days from the date of this last publication notice.
Given under my hand, this, the 16th day of June 2026.
/J/ Jacqueline Knox
DEPUTY JUDGE OF PROBATE
Pub 4 weeks
06/19/2026, 06/26/2026, 07/03/2026, 07/10/2026
