Lester Carl "Jimmy" Ludgood was born in Carlton, Alabama on December 4, 1956 to the late Mary Ellen and Clarence Ludgood.  He was born seventh of 12 children.  Lester (Jimmy) was reared and resided in Carlton for 25 years, moved briefly to St. Louis, resided in Rockville for 28 years and spent his remaining years in Jackson.  He departed this life on July 11, 2019 to begin his eternal life. Lester left doing what he loved to do, spending time with his cousin Willie...

Sister Lisa A. Frowner was born June 30, 1967 to the parentage of Mr. & Mrs. John (Mary Alice Frowner) in Manila Alabama. Her  earthly life’s course ended July 9, 2019 at the Mobile Infirmary Hospital. Lisa accepted Christ at an early age and united with St. Matthew #1 Baptist  Church in Manila Alabama.  She later joined the Miracles of Prayer Church, Grove Hill, AL where she remained until her demise. Lisa was educated in the Clarke County School System at Jackson...

Timmie Lee Jackson of Jackson, AL traded time for eternity on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 while at Mobile Infirmary Medical Center in Mobile, AL. Born June 5, 1964 to Rev. Tommie Lee, Sr. and Elizabeth Pearson Jackson, he was fifty-five years of age. A graduating member of the Jackson High School Class of 1983, he furthered his education at Hobson Community College in Thomasville, AL in welding. He worked at Whitehead Sawmill for some time. Preceding him in death were his father, Rev. Tommie Lee...

Overseer Myrtle Lee Adams Brown departed this earthly life at her McIntosh, AL residence to begin life anew in a better place on Saturday, July 6, 2019. Born September 18, 1932 to the union of Joe and Patsy Lang Adams, she was 86 years of wisdom. She met and married Bishop Phillip Brown and this union was blessed with a beautiful family. Devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, kind neighbor, loyal friend, truly dedicated and...

Bobby Charles Dickinson, a native of the Allen community, departed this earthly home July 5, 2019 while at Mobile Infirmary Hospital. Born August 18, 1964 to Willie L. and Charlie Dickinson, he was 53 years of age. Later in life, he moved to the Toddtown community where he lived until moving to Chicago, IL. He resided in Chicago, IL for 27 years and then returned to Jackson, AL. Preceding him in death were his parents and four siblings. Left to cherish his memories are his daughter,...

Valory Henri Rocker was born Nov. 27, 1960 in Choctaw Bluff to Annie J. Rocker. He departed this life Monday, July 1, 2019 at the age of 58. He united with the New Canaan Missionary Baptist Church at an early age.   Valory had been employed as a brick mason by various companies. Also an entrepreneur, he laid bricks for many throughout the community for more than twenty years. He loved fishing, hunting and horseback riding. His favorite saying was “It ain’t that...

    James Gatson was born July 1, 1927 in Yarbo, Alabama.  He was one of four children born to the union of the late Rubin and Zeola (May) Gatson.  An Army veteran of two wars, Korean and Vietnam, Sergeant First Class Gatson specialized in combat service support operations and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and Purple Heart for meritorious service in a combat zone.        He served his country on active duty for 28 years.  After...

Walter Lee Daffin affectionately known  as "Mann" was born Nov. 19, 1936 to the late Betty and Walter Daffin; he was 82 years of age at the time of his death. At an early age he united with Mt. Sinai Baptist Church in Jackson. Walter peacefully transitioned from life to eternal rest June 15, 2019 at his residence. He worked until retirement with Ace Demolition in Pittsburgh, PA., where he had dedicated years of hard work and service. Walter married Lula Mae Ervin and was...

Bro. Thelma "Big Wheel" Lynum departed this life Monday, June 10, 2019. Born July 17, 1935 to the late Virginia Lynum Williams in Whatley, he was 83 years of age. Thelma joined Morning Star Baptist Church at an early age.  Preceding him in death were his loving wife of 52 years, Lovie Mae "Sis" Lynum; his mother, Virginia Lynum Williams; brother, Leon Williams; two children, Clayee and Earnest Lee; and one grandchild, Billy Lee and one...

Melvin Charles "MC" Young, a resident of the Bladon Springs community in Silas, AL made his earthly transition Sunday, June 9, 2019, at the home of his beloved sister and caregiver, Hattie Thomas of Coffeeville, AL. Born Augus 22, 1956 to Willie Mae and Jimmie B. Young, he was 62 years of age. Melvin worked for Lassiter Lumber Company for several years. He loved the outdoors. He enjoyed cleaning yards for people around the area. He did beautiful work. Preceding him in...