All Obituaries

Lonnie Bona Watkins was born March 3, 1936 to the late Otis Britt and Eula Mae Watkins. He was affectionately known to many as LB. In his free time Lonnie loved working outside in his garden, going fishing, and spending time with his family. Later on in life, Lonnie kept his wits about him by working through word puzzles. While Lonnie was reserved to most, to those who knew him well, he could be described as hard-working, authoritatively loving, wise beyond his years, and an overall...

Fred was born on April 26, 1960, as the youngest son of five boys to the parentage of James and Flossie Gibson. Fred united with the Bethel Missionary Baptist Church at a very early age, along with his family, who were also members. Fred was raised in a God-fearing family. He knew the Lord and had a personal relationship with God. Fred was known as “Dirt” by his close friends and family due to his love and passion for car and motorcycle repairs—he was known all over town...

Robert Joe Sterling, Sr was born on October 26, 1948 to the parentage of the late Idus and Ellie B. Sterling in Delta, AL. He was preceded in death by his brothers: Wiley and Calvin; and his nephew, Wiley, Jr. Joe accepted Christ at an early age at Mount Liberty Baptist Church under the pastorship of the late Dr. A.A. Scales. After graduating from Calhoun County Training School, he received his Associate in Science Degree from Gadsden State Junior College. Joe pursued his Bachelor’s...

On April 9, 1933, John Henry and Zettie McCollough were blessed with a beautiful baby boy whom they named “John”. John confessed Christ at an early age in Lineville, Alabama and was baptized in a creek. He attended the Greater Thankful Baptist Church where he served faithfully as a Deacon until he no longer had the ability to serve. Deacon McCollough took his wings to go and be with his Heavenly Father on March 24, 2022. Deacon McCollough was employed with Goodyear Tire and...

Michael Anthony "Big Hamm" Hamm began life's journey on February 11, 1957, born to the Betty J. Hamm. He accepted Christ as his Lord and personal Savior at an early age. He graduated from Walter Wellborn High School in Anniston, Alabama. He was well known and was loved around various states for his bigger than life personality. He was a loyal and treasured employee of Dee Ford's  for over forty years, until his health started to decline. Although he was no longer...

On April 30, 1941, John Spence Roberts was born in Anniston, Alabama, to John Roberts and Anita (Small) Roberts. He attended Cobb High School and graduated in 1959. Shortly after, John earned a bachelor’s degree Alabama A&M University and graduated in 1963. Shortly after, he joined the United States Airforce, where he served for 4 years. John migrated to Chicago, Illinois after graduating from the university where he worked for 37 years at Rush Memorial Hospital. He moved to...

Mrs. Ruby White Owens was born January 15, 1954 to the late Matthew White and Ruth Freeman White McGuire. On March 2, 2022, Ruby went to be with the Lord. She leaves to cherish her memories: her sons, Bobby C. (Cher) White of Anniston, Al and Adam Elston Goodman of Birmingham, Al; two grandchildren, Bobby C. (Aricka) White II, of Ft Hood, Tx and Valencia M. White, of Huntsville, Al; three great-grandchildren: Karson, India, and Kamorah White; sisters, Pearlie W. (John) Dunson of...

Timothy Ball, Sr.  was born in Anniston, Alabama on April 28, 1958 to Ruby Mae Ball and Robert Briskey Jr.   Tim, as he was affectionately called by family and friends, passed away on February 8, 2022.   Tim was a U.S. Army veteran having served for several years at home and abroad.  During his tenure in the military, Tim was recognized by his leadership as an outstanding leader, he was dearly loved by the troops that he lead.  ...

Mrs, Queenie Victoria Hines Tolliver was born September 24, 1927 to the parentage of the late Odell and Beatrice Dennis Hines in LaGrange, Georgia. She confessed Christ at an early age and was a member of All Saints Roman Catholic Church. She attended Cobb Avenue High School and married her High School sweetheart, James Henry Tolliver, Sr. on September 22, 1945. To this union two (2) sons and five (5) daughters were born. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, friend and public servant. She...