All Obituaries

William Richard Poole was born November 28, 1948 in Anniston, Alabama. He was the son of Louise Poole Brady and the late Rev. William Frank Poole. He transitioned peacefully from labor to reward early Monday morning, March 11, 2019 at his home in Leland, North Carolina. Richard was educated in the public schools of Anniston, Alabama, graduating from Cobb High School in the class of 1967. He furthered his education at Birmingham Technical College in Birmingham, Alabama. He then enlisted in...

God called Mr.Elisha Thomas to his eternal rest on February 5, 2019.  He was born in Sylacauga, AL on June 9, 1930 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher (Rosia Lee) Thomas, Sr.  He was preceded in death by a daughter, Jacqueline Thomas; a sister Mary Elizabeth Thomas; his twin brother Elijah Thomas; his parents Fletcher Thomas Sr. and Rosia Lee Thomas; and his wife Joetta Elston Thomas.   Mr. Thomas confessed Christ at an early age and united with St. Thomas United Methodist...

J’Onn Darrin Cavitt was born on July 14, 1999 in Toledo, Ohio to the John Cavitt, Sr. and Sheronda Jones. He later moved to Alabama where he attended Calhoun County Schools. He earned the distinction of being the youngest student to graduate from Saks High School at the ripe old age of 16. After graduation, he joined the Young Marines, where his hard work and dedication earned him a certificate from President Barack Obama. J’Onn had an old soul. He loved music, talking, working,...

Mary Delores Jones began life’s journey in Anniston, AL to the parents of the late Mr. Thomas and Beulah Wynn on September 27, 1958. She graduated from Anniston High School class of 1976. Mary married Mr. Orlando Jones, who preceded her in death. Affectionately called Auntie, and just Mae Lois. Mary confessed Christ as her Lord and personal Savior at an early age. She was a member of Greater Calvary Baptist Church Anniston, AL. She lived a fulfilling life as a sister, aunt,...