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LEGAL NOTICE

CHANGE OF NAME PUBLICATION

FOR A MINOR

STATE OF ALABAMA

JEFFERSON COUNTY

PROBATE COURT

CASE NO. 26BES000062

IN THE MATTER OF THE CHANGE OF NAME OF:

A.M.H, A MINOR

NOTICE TO:

CHRISTOPHER HALL

801 Merriweather Dr.
Calera, AL 35046

On the 5TH day of February 2026, came Ashley Thames Pickens, Mother and Petitioner for the Change of Name for A.M.H, A Minor.

And whereas the 7TH day of April 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 5th day of February 2026.

Jacqueline Knox

JUDGE OF PROBATE

Pub Feb 13th , 20th , 27th , Mar 6th, 2026

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LEGAL NOTICE

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Sealed proposals for the construction of Park Road Water Improvements will be received by Warrior River Water Authority (WRWA), Oak Grove, Alabama (Owner) located at the WRWA Office, 8900 Lock 17 Road, Bessemer, Alabama 35023 until 10:00 a.m., the prevailing time, on March 10, 2026, at which time and place they will be publicly opened and read.

The bid is comprised of the following principal items and approximate quantities:

  • 1,425 ± Feet of 6” Water Main and Appurtenances
  • New Municipex Services and Meter Reconnection/Relocations

Plans and Specifications may be inspected at the WRWA office at the address above, and they may be inspected or obtained from the office of Municipal Consultants, Inc., 200 Century Park South, Suite 212, Birmingham, Alabama 35226, upon payment of $75.00. Cost of plans and specifications is non-refundable.

All Bidders must be responsible, meeting the criteria and requirements set forth in the specification documents. Prequalification of Bidders is not required.

This project is considered a “Public Works” project and is governed by competitive bid laws as contained in Title 39 of the Alabama Code. Bidders, subcontractors, suppliers, and Bond Agents should be familiar with this code.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive technicalities. No Bidder may withdraw his bid within sixty days from the date set for receiving of the same.

There will not be a Pre-Bid Conference for this Project.

This project is governed by the applicable bid laws and practices of the State of Alabama and U.S. Department of Treasury.

By: Danny Johnson

Title General Manager

MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS, INC.

Consulting Engineers
200 Century Park South
Suite 212
Birmingham, AL 35226

Published 2/20, 2/27, 3/6/26

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

MILDRED FAYE JOLLEY, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 25BES000715

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

Upon Last Will and Testament of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 13th day of February 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.

ETHAN PARKER SHAW

Personal Representative(s)

02/20/2026; 02/27/2026;

03/06/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

OLA JEAN SCOTT, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 25BES000628

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

Upon Last Will and Testament of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 10th day of February 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.

RACQUEL COLVIN SMITH

Personal Representative(s)

02/20/2026; 02/27/2026;

03/06/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE

Alabama Department of Transportation

2024-2027 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP)

Amendment No. 23

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 February 20, 27 & March 6, 2026

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE FAMILY COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

BESSEMER DIVISION

CASE NO. CS-2025-000021.00

DERRICO LLOYD, JR.,

Plaintiff,

v.

ASHLEE NICOLE EVANS,

Defendant.

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

To: Ashlee Nicole Evans, whose whereabouts are unknown and whose last known address was 5561 Birdle Way, Bessemer, Alabama 35020.

You are hereby notified that Derrico Lloyd Jr. has filed a Complaint for Paternity, Custody, and Support regarding the minor child, K.L., in the above-styled court.

You are required to file an answer or otherwise respond to the Complaint with the Clerk of the Family Court of Jefferson County, Bessemer Division, within fourteen (14) days after the last date of publication of this notice, or within fourteen (14) days after your actual receipt of this notice, whichever occurs first.

A copy of your answer or response must also be served upon the plaintiff’s attorney:

Ginette Dow

1821 3rd Ave. N.

Bessemer, AL 35020

If you fail to do so, a default may be entered against you and the Court may grant the relief requested in the Complaint, which includes, among other things, a determination of paternity, an award of primary physical custody, and child support.

Dated this 11th day of February, 2026.

Lakita Hall-Wright

Clerk of the Family Court

Jefferson County, Alabama,

Bessemer Division

published February 20 & 27 & March 6 & 13, 2026

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

BESSEMER DIVISION

ROBERSON CANDACE

Plaintiff

VS

GUY TERRANCE SR

Defendant

DR-2025-900209.00

NOTICE OF DIVORCE ACTION

GUY TERRANCE SR, whose whereabouts are unknown, must answer ROBERSON CANDACE, COMPLAINT TO DIVORCE AND OTHER RELIEF by MARCH 17TH 2026 or thereafter, a JUDGMENT BY DEFAULT may be rendered against him/her, in case number DR 2025-900209.00 in the CIRCUIT COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA, BESSEMER DIVISION.

DONE this the 11th DAY OF FEBRUARY 2026

Karen Dunn Burks

Circuit Clerk of Jefferson County

Bessemer Division

PUBLISH:

FEBRUARY 20TH 2026

FEBRUARY 27TH 2026

MARCH 6TH 2026

MARCH 13TH 2026

SERVICE DATE: MARCH 17TH 2026

DEFAULT: APRIL 16TH 2026

BESSEMER DIVISION

ROBERSON CANDACE

Plaintiff

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

CARTER STROTHER, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000047

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

Upon the Estate of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 10th day of February 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.

WILETHA STROTHER

Personal Representative(s)

2/20/26; 2/27/26; 3/6/26

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

DONALD RAY BINGHAM, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000074

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

Upon Last Will and Testament of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 17th day of February 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.

LISA ANN WELDON

Personal Representative(s)

02/20/2026; 02/27/2026;

03/06/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLICATION FOR PETITION OF APPOINTMENT OF GUARDIAN/CONSERVATOR

STATE OF ALABAMA

JEFFERSON COUNTY

PROBATE COURT

CASE NO. 26BES00045

ESTATE OF:

Deborah Ann Lambert, AN ALLEGED INCAPACITATED PERSON

TO:

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 29th day of January 2026, Gavin Ball, as administrator for Plantation Manor Nursing Home, filed a petition for the appointment of a Guardian/Conservator for Deborah Ann Lambert, An Alleged Incapacitated Person.

Notice is hereby given the above-named person and all persons in interest that said petition for appointment of Guardian/Conservator has been set for hearing on the 9th day of March 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

All persons in interest should be and appear in this Court on said day of hearing to object to said petition and make such other defense in the premises as to them that may seem meet and proper.

WITNESS MY HAND, this the 10th day of February 2026.

Jameria Johnson Moore

JUDGE OF PROBATE

Please publish: 2/13/26; 2/20/26; 2/27/26 and 3/6/26

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LEGAL NOTICE

PUB ON FINAL SETTLEMENT

STATE OF ALABAMA

JEFFERSON COUNTY

PROBATE COURT

CASE NO. 2014-046836

ESTATE OF:

KENYATTA C. SAMUELS, DECEASED

To: Morgan Elise Dial, Kayleigh Christina Samuels, and any and all other parties interested in said estate, take notice:

On the 17th day of June 2025, came Elizabeth McElroy6, Esq., the Successor Administrator for the Estate of Kenyatta C. Samuels, deceased, and filed her accounts, vouchers, evidence and statement for a Final Settlement of same.

It is therefore ordered that the 9th day of March 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.

This the 17th day of February 2026.

Jameria Johnson Moore

JUDGE OF PROBATE

PLEASE PUBLISH: 2/20/26; 2/27/26; 3/6/26

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LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLICATION ON FINAL SETTLEMENT

STATE OF ALABAMA

JEFFERSON COUNTY

PROBATE COURT

CASE NO. 24BES000229

ESTATE OF:

DONNA HILTON, deceased.

To: Jerrod Garrison, and any and all other parties interested in said estate, take notice:

On the 20th day of August 2025, came Ronald Hilton, Administrator for the Estate of Donna Hilton, deceased, and filed her accounts, vouchers, evidence and statement for a Final Settlement of same.

It is therefore ordered that the 11th day of May 2026, at 11:30 a.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 17th day of February 2026.

Jameria Johnson Moore

JUDGE OF PROBATE

PLEASE PUB:

2/20/26; 2/27/26; 3/6/26

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

JAMES L CRAWFORD a/k/a JAMES LON CRAWFORD, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000081

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

Upon Last Will and Testament of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 17th day of February 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 C ROBERSON

Personal Representative(s)

02/20/2026; 02/27/2026;

03/06/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE

Alabama Department of Transportation

2024-2027 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP)

Amendment No. 24

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-1011409 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 February 27, March 6 & 13, 2026

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

NAMON LEE SR, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000086

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

Upon the Estate of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 20th day of February 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.

NAMON LEE, JR.

Personal Representative(s)

02/27/2026; 03/06/2026;

03/13/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

WYATT H PUGH III, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000036

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

Upon Last Will and Testament of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 19TH day of February 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.

WYATT H PUGH IV

Personal Representative(s)

02/27/2026; 03/06/2026;

03/13/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

SHERIFF’S SALE

Court Case Number: SR

Sheriff#: 26001733

By virtue of Execution Fieri Facias issued out of the Office of the Dept. of Revenue (SR) of Montgomery County, State of Alabama, and to me directed, whereby I am commanded to make the amount of a certain judgment recently obtained against DARREN S DANIEL of the goods, chattels, lands and tenements of the said DARREN S DANIEL.

I have levied on the following property, to-wit:

LOTS 15 S 1/2 OF LOT 16 BL 1 PUGHS VILLAGE

Therefore, according to said command, I will sell at public outcry for cash, all the rights, title and interest of the above named DARREN S DANIEL in and to the above described property, on Monday, 16th day of March, 2026, during the legal hours of 12:00 noon for sale at steps of Courthouse, Bessemer, Jefferson County, Alabama.

Dated this 9th day of February, 2026.

Mark Pettway

Sheriff of Jefferson County, Alabama

WESTERN STAR – Run

2/27/2026, 3/6/2026 and 3/13/2026

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LEGAL NOTICE

SHERIFF’S SALE

Court Case Number: SR

Sheriff#: 26001774

By virtue of Execution Fieri Facias issued out of the Office of the Dept. of Revenue (SR) of Montgomery County, State of Alabama, and to me directed, whereby I am commanded to make the amount of a certain judgment recently obtained against WILLIAM G HARGETT AKA WILLIAM GREGORY HARGETT of the goods, chattels, lands and tenements of the said WILLIAM G HARGETT AKA WILLIAM GREGORY HARGETT.

I have levied on the following property, to-wit:

BEGIN AT THE NE COR OF LOT SAID PT BEING ON THE W R/W OF HIGH SCHOOL RD 175 FT S OF THE SW INTER OF SUNSET DR & HIGH SCHOOL RD TH S 69 FT TH W 213.5 FT TH N 69 FT TH NE 181 FT TO POB SEC 30TP 18 R 4W

Therefore, according to said command, I will sell at public outcry for cash, all the rights, title and interest of the above named WILLIAM G HARGETT AKA WILLIAM GREGORY HARGETT in and to the above described property, on Monday, 16th day of March, 2026, during the legal hours of 12:00 noon for sale at steps of the Courthouse, Bessemer, Jefferson County, Alabama.

Dated this 9th day of February, 2026.

Mark Pettway

Sheriff of Jefferson County, Alabama

WESTERN STAR – Run

2/27/2026, 3/6/2026 and 3/13/2026

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LEGAL NOTICE

SHERIFF’S SALE

Court Case Number: 68-SM-2020-900746

Sheriff#: 26001574

By virtue of Execution Fieri Facias issued out of the Clerk’s Office of the Small Claims (SM) Court of Jefferson County, State of Alabama, and to me directed, whereby I am commanded to make the amount of a certain judgment recently obtained against ALEE WRIGHT AKA ALEE KING of the goods, chattels, lands and tenements of the said ALEE WRIGHT AKA ALEE KING.

I have levied on the following property, to-wit:

LOTS 12 13 14 15BLK 104 BESSEMER 5/8

Therefore, according to said command, I will sell at public outcry for cash, all the rights, title and interest of the above named ALEE WRIGHT AKA ALEE KING in and to the above described property, on Monday, 16th day of March, 2026, during the legal hours of 12:00 noon for sale at the steps of Courthouse, Bessemer, Jefferson County, Alabama.

Dated this 9th day of February, 2026.

Mark Pettway

Sheriff of Jefferson County, Alabama

WESTERN STAR – Run

2/27/2026, 3/6/2026 and 3/13/2026

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

CRESSIE MAE WILLIAMSON, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000068

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 11TH day of February 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.

DERRICK JAMES WILLIAMSON

CLARENCE WILLIAMSON

Personal Representative(s)

02/27/2026; 03/06/2026; 03/13/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

ANGELA JEAN JOHNSON, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000017

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 19TH day of February 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.

MICHAEL JOHNSON

Personal Representative(s)

02/27/2026; 03/06/2026; 03/13/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

BOBBY HARRIS MEEKS, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 25BES000643

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE / of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 19th day of February 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.

ROBERT STEVEN MEEKS

Personal Representative(s)

02/27/2026; 03/06/2026; 03/13/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

WHITNEY RENEE JONES, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000060

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 18TH day of February 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)

02/27/2026; 03/6/2026; 03/13/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

HAZEL SUMMERVILLE, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000065

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 18TH day of February 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.

TERRENCE SEARS

Personal Representative(s)

02/27/2026; 03/6/2026; 03/13/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

Empower Community Schools, Bessemer, Alabama, is soliciting sealed bids for a lease-purchase of two (2) double-wide modular units (approx. 24’ x 60’), each with two classrooms and restrooms.

Only vendors able to provide lease-purchase financing may respond.

Bid documents available by contacting Justin Blanchard at jblanchard@newschoolpartners.org.

Bids due March 25, 2026. Empower Community Schools reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

02/27/2026; 03/6/2026; 03/13/2026

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

KELVIN GENE BAKER, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000078

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 23RD day of February 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.

ANGELITA B CARPENTER

Personal Representative(s)

02/27/2026; 03/06/2026; 03/13/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

DOROTHY ANN JOHNSTON, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000077

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 13TH day of February 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.

LUKE JOHNSTON

Personal Representative(s)

02/27/2026; 03/06/2026; 03/13/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

LILLIAN MILLS BUFFORD, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000073

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 12th day of February 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.

ASHLEY SMITH

Personal Representative(s)

02/27/2026; 03/06/2026; 03/13/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

PUBLICATION FOR PETITION OF APPOINTMENT OF CONSERVATOR

STATE OF ALABAMA

JEFFERSON COUNTY

PROBATE COURT

CASE NO. 25BES00713

ESTATE OF:

TERRI A. ADAMS, A PERSON ALLEGED IN NEED OF PROTECTION

TO: NICHOLAS MOORE, 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 17th day of December 2025, Jefferson County Department of Human Resources filed a petition for the appointment of a Conservator for Terri A. Adams, an alleged incapacitated person.

Notice is hereby given the above-named person and all persons in interest that said petition for appointment of Conservator has been set for hearing on the 11th day of May 2026, at 10:0 a.m. All persons in interest should be and appear in this Court on said day of hearing to object to said petition and make such other defense in the premises as to them that may seem meet and proper.

WITNESS MY HAND, this the 24th day of February 2026.

Jameria Johnson Moore

JUDGE OF PROBATE

PLEASE PUBLISH:

2/27/26; 3/6/26; 3/13/26 and 3/20/26

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

SUSAN FAYE KEMP, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000092

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 23rd day of February 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.

ANNA RAYFORD

Personal Representative(s)

02/27/2026; 03/06/2026; 03/13/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

WILLIAM SANDERS, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000093

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 23rd day of February 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.

CLYTEMNESTRA SANDERS LEAK

Personal Representative(s)

02/27/2026; 03/06/2026; 03/13/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

DEZAREE M UNDERWOOD, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000095

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 24th day of February 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.

DEBORAH GRIFFIN

Personal Representative(s)

02/27/2026; 03/06/2026; 03/13/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

MADRICKA LASHAWN HURST, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000104

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 26th day of February 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.

DAMIYA SHAWNTELL DOSS

Personal Representative(s)

03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

SHIRLEY S. PREY, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000055

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 27TH day of February 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.

ELLEN LOUISE PREY

Personal Representative(s)

03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

SANDRA SMITH DICKERSON, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000084

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 19TH day of February 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.

JERYL DICKERSON

Personal Representative(s)

03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

LETITIA RENEE BLACKMON, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000107

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 27TH day of February 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.

ANTHONY R ADAMS SR

Personal Representative(s)

03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

SONJA LEE WESCOTT, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000108

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 27TH day of February 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.

ROGER JOHN WESCOTT

SAMANTHA LYN DIAL

Personal Representative(s)

03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

JEFFREY WAYNE HILL, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000082

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 18TH day of February 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.

FRANKIE HILL

Personal Representative(s)

03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

WILLIE EZELL SIMPSON, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000080

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 17TH day of February 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.

VANESSA A SIMPSON

Personal Representative(s)

03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

MARY ODESSA WALKER, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000023

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 24TH day of February 2026, by the HONORABLE JAMERIA 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.

MICHAEL ANTHONY WALKER

Personal Representative(s)

03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

GERALDINE EARLY, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000083

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

UPON THE ESTATE of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 18TH day of February 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.

WAYMAN POWELL III

Personal Representative(s)

03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF:

JACQUELINE D CAUSEY, DECEASED

IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA

CASE NUMBER: 26BES000094

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

UPON LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT of said decedent, having been granted to the Undersigned on the 24TH day of February 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.

PHILIP M CAUSEY

Personal Representative(s)

03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026

Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ELLIS DUANE THOMAS, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000087

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

Upon the estate of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 20TH day of February 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.

MARK SOMMERVILLE
Personal Representative(s)
03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026
Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ELAINE GIBSON CULVER, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 25BES000497

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

Upon last will and testament of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 21st day of August 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.

LETICIA C BURR
Personal Representative(s)
03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026
Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: GERALD AUSTIN STEPHENS SR. A/K/A GERALD A STEPHENS, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000096

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

Upon last will and testament of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 25 day of February 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.

ALICE RUTH STEPHENS
WILLIAM ROSS MITCHELL
Personal Representative(s)
03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026
Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: YOLANDA MARLENE LENOIR JONES, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000007

LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

Upon last will and testament of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 8TH day of January 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.

RAISHANDRIA HARRIS
Personal Representative(s)
03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026
Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ALEXANDER O WILLIAMS, SR, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000115

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION WITH WILL ANNEXED

Upon the estate of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 3rd day of March 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.

CYNTHIA WILLIAMS
Personal Representative(s)
03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026
Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ASHLEY WILLIAM JONES, DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000105

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

Upon the estate of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 3rd day of March 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.

MARKEL COBB
Personal Representative(s)
03/06/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/30/2026
Attorney of Record

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LEGAL NOTICE

Advertisement for Sealed Bids – Walk-In Freezer Replacement BCS-2026-102

The Bessemer City Board of Education will accept sealed bids for Child Nutrition Walk-In Freezer Replacement. All respondents are required to submit three (3) 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

Deadline: Friday, March 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM. All envelopes (inside & outside) MUST be labeled with the bid number, whether mailed or hand-delivered, to:

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Bessemer Board of Education
ATTN: Patricia Stewart
1621 5th Avenue North
Bessemer, AL 35020

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Bidders must use this form and return it in its entirety.

ITB Posted: Friday, February 27, 2026
Sealed Bid Due: Friday, March 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM
Bid Opening: Monday, March 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM
School Board Meeting (Special Called): March 30 – April 3, 2026
Commencement of Services: April 3, 2026

For further information related to the bid process, contact Sharon Sanders, Director – Child Nutrition, by phone at 205-645-3608 or email shsanders@bessk12.org.

The Western Star – Publish March 6 & March 13, 2026

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LEGAL NOTICE

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: ROBERT LEE DAVIS, SR., DECEASED
IN THE PROBATE COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALABAMA
CASE NUMBER: 26BES000089

LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION

Upon the estate of said decedent, having been granted to the undersigned on the 3rd day of March 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)
03/03/2026; 03/13/2026; 03/20/2026
Attorney of Record