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After prolonged political lecture from Mayor Thomas, Springville Council approves pay raise for police

Answered Prayer: Deerfoot Church of Christ finds new home

By Nathan Prewett, For Tribune

By Nathan Prewett, For the Tribune

Irondale hosting 10,000+ Easter Egg Hunt this weekend

From Tribune staff reports

By Chris Basinger, News Editor

IRONDALE, Ala. –Mayor James D. Stewart, Jr. is inviting families to Irondale’s 4th Annual Easter Eggs-perience this Sunday, April 13, at the all-new Ruffner Sports Complex.

By Terry Schrimscher

By Chris Basinger,

By Chris Basinger, News Editor

The free event, which will run from 2 p.m. to 4

if they agreed never again to leave a meeting before the conclusion of business. No hands raised. Along the way, he said the council’s lack of leadership on salaries would be a burden on the city.

afterward, Thomas said he trations because the council sometimes delays making decisions it needs to make. He discussed his motion to add unaddressed items from the February meeting to a proval. That approach was

Many other cities in the prove non-controversial items with a single vote through a consent agenda, a procedural process used to

year as managing partners and as members of Human bones found by local dog are connected, coroner says From Tribune staff reports BIRMINGHAM, Ala.

“The council had every opportunity to redress the error but chose otherwise, wanting to move on, showing their frustration and the effectiveness of the filibus-

sacrificing for the greater good,” he added. “The example they set was that if you make an error it can’t be corrected. That the error becomes a mistake,” he said. “But now the window to act has closed as of last Wednesday, shackling the next administration with the consequences of their actions,” he said.

“We could have built something, but it would have been almost exactly the same size building as what we were in,” said Louis “Skip” McCurry, one of the church’s elders.

ing process, Thomas led the ness which involved accep tance of bids for a new sewer project which will need further action for financial decisions. The council also renewed the city’s garbage collection contract with Waste Management.

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In 2016, the church moved to Old Springville Road when Springville Road Church of Christ’s building became available, using it as a temporary location, but the congregation always kept its eye on

Items from the February agenda were addressed individually. The purchase

tibia found by a dog in East Birmingham last year are confirmed to have belonged to the same person, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office. The link was confirmed

Riner. The businesses, on opposite ends of town, are located in Homestead

The Springville City Coun cil took a detour Monday night before it returned to unfinished business held over from the Feb. 17 meet ing. After an extended work session and a short break, the March 3 meeting began around 6:45 p.m. derway, the council ap proved the minutes from the last meeting in February. Mayor Dave Thomas mo tioned for them to reconsid er the minutes noting mem bers motioned to adjourn before conducting business on the agenda without that motion being recognized. Thomas then proceeded to deliver a dissertation, as he called it, for the next 55 minutes, cross-referencing political history, addressing recent editorials, and quoting Teddy Roosevelt, Jesus, and Socrates along the way. Although not technically a filibuster, the lecture was designed to prolong the meeting allowing Thomas to air his displeasure at the lack of

Speaking to The Tribune

TRUSSVILLE, Ala. –Deerfoot Church of Christ is finally moving to the road for which it is named. It has been a long saga to get to this point. The church was formerly located on Roebuck Parkway off of I-59, but with the majority of its members living in the Trussville area they sought to move farther east. Around 2009, the church purchased a parcel of land off of Deerfoot Parkway with the idea to build a new church there, however, technical issues with the land and the cost held off those plans.

Foxhound Bee Company to bee-gin construction on new education center

Poarch Creek Indians complete purchase of Birmingham Race Course, plan for expansion

From Tribune staff reports

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.

– The Poarch Creek Indians announced today that Wind Creek Hospitality, the Tribe’s gaming and hotel business, has completed its acquisition of the Birmingham Race Course Casino from the McGregor family.

The initial agreement between PCI and the McGregor family was announced last November.

By Chris Basinger, News Editor

“We are excited to finalize this acquisition and begin a new chapter for the Birmingham Racecourse,” said Jay Dorris, President and CEO of PCI Gaming Authority.

IRONDALE, Ala. – Bee enthusiasts will soon be swarming to Irondale to visit a new beekeeping education center designed to teach students and community members about the world of pollinators.

“Our vision is to build upon the strong foundation that is already in place while enhancing the facility to create a first-class entertainment destination that benefits the Birmingham community and the region.”

Tribe’s reservation is located, owns and operates three 4-Diamond properties in the state as well as deluxe hotel and casino properties in Florida, Pennsylvania, and Illinois, and resorts in the Caribbean.

the city and the region.”

opened on Saturday.

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Leeds High School freshmen take action to address rising

Amelia Davis,

and Beatrice McCormick, members of the Leeds High School Chapter of Future Career Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), are determined to address this pressing issue through their state conference project.

Birmingham-based Foxhound Bee Company is preparing to break ground on the 5,000 square foot facility

Wind Creek Hospitality, based in Atmore, where the

in the coming weeks, which will serve as an expansion from its current location in Hardware Park. In addition to educational opportunities and STEM programming, the center will also sell a range of products sourced from bees, including honey and beeswax, as well as supplies for beekeepers. It will be built across from the all-new Ruffner Sports Complex, which

In its announcement, PCI stated that it is committed to developing a “worldclass destination resort in Birmingham that will create good jobs, spur economic growth, and bring significant long-term benefits to

The facility will continue to offer the parimutuel and historical horse racing games currently in operation while Wind Creek leaders work closely with local elected and racing officials as expansion plans are developed.

“When looking for a place to build our new beekeeping store, we continued to hear comments about how Irondale was doing great things,” said founder Adam Hickman.

“With passion, anything is really possible;” New boutique celebrates

By Chris Basinger, News Editor

“As a Tribal people, we are committed to being good neighbors and to being a force for economic growth

“Everyone on the project seemed to speak highly of working with Irondale and its leadership. So, when we approached the

The young leaders have not only compiled critical statistics but are also working with local officials and educators to promote stronger safety measures in schools. Their project, which will be presented at the FCCLA state conference in March, aims to raise awareness about the devastating impact of school shootings and propose actionable changes to improve safety protocols in Alabama schools.

TRUSSVILLE, Ala –

Blūm Clothing, Trussville’s newest locally-owned women’s clothing store, celebrated its official opening on Thursday with a ribbon

Current federal requirements mandate that schools perform lockdown or intruder drills; in Alabama, public schools are required to conduct two such drills per semester. However, Davis believes these measures are insufficient and is advocating for more frequent and comprehensive drills.

sentiment, emphasizing the emotional and psychological toll that school shootings take on students and their families.

“You shouldn’t have to worry about being scared when you’re just trying to learn,” Johnson said.

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cutting ceremony, hosted by the Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce.

“When people’s lives are on the line, we can’t just do the bare minimum,” Davis said.

“We need to make sure that every school feels safe and ready to handle that could happen.”

“With passion, anything is really possible,” Trammell said.

McCormick highlighted the importance of turning awareness into action.

“Schools should take intruder drills as seriously as they do fire or tornado drills.” Johnson echoed this

The new boutique, which opened in the former location of Southern Hem, is a longtime dream becoming reality for co-owner Shannon Trammell.

“School shootings are such a huge problem, and we

Her fashion journey started when she was 16, working her first job at a small boutique called For-

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Statista. Three Leeds High School freshmen,

Madilynn Johnson,

A concept of the new education center in Irondale. (Foxhound Bee Company)

Pictured: Beatrice McCormick, Madilynn Johnson, and Amelia Davis.

Photo via Birmingham Race Course Casino

Blūm Clothing celebrates its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)

Deerfoot Church of Christ's new home. (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)

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p.m., will see 11,500 treatfilled eggs scattered across the three turf fields for the annual Easter Egg Hunt. Each field will also have hunts for different ages–little ones, big kids, and even the young at heart (65+).

In addition to the egg hunt, the event will also feature photos with the Easter Bunny, fun crafts, temporary tattoos, balloon animals, and other entertainment.

The city will also be giving out free ice cream and bottled water while it lasts.

Local doctor keeps passion for profession for 50 years

Special Feature

TRUSSVILLE, Ala. –

Dr. Mel C. Glenn, Sr.’s BA, MA, CCE, DD, JD, CRT, RCP career in respiratory therapy began in March 1972 a hospital-based respiratory care program but knew he was not where he should be career-wise.

“At the age of six, I was diagnosed with intrinsic asthma. We lived less than 300 yards from a ragweed field. I had a flare-up of my condition that year after going out to play football with my brothers and some friends on the field. I became extremely ill, and there were no treatments in 1957 for acute asthma exacerbation,” said Glenn.

His parents tried every home remedy possible, including ice baths and rubbing alcohol. “I remember praying, asking the Lord, if I lived beyond that night, that I wanted to attend college to help people breathe.”

After being in respiratory care for several years and obtaining a Bachelor of Arts and master’s degree in theology from Selma University/Rushing Springs, he enrolled in the Respiratory Therapy program at the University of Alabama Birmingham in 1978. After completing the program, the NBRC credentialed him in November 1980. “Even after returning to college

for further studies, my first passion has always been and will always be respiratory care medicine,” said Glenn. He decided to enhance his career and skills even further and went to law school in 1995, hoping to learn more about the business aspects of healthcare and law. Even after graduating from law school, he continues to learn and has enrolled in Harvard X Distant Learning program, where he takes a class every six months in a topic related to medicine or law. Glenn stays busy working 35 to 45 hours weekly at Grandview Freestanding ER in Trussville, doing routine and critical care modalities for respiratory patients. He also owns Glenn Medical Consulting, LLC, working 20 to 25 hours a week with hospitals, clinics, and colleges/universities through-

out Birmingham. “I have been privileged for the past 45 years to serve as a consultant for new respiratory therapy programs, having consulted on 31 new programs,” said Glenn. “I think I’m the oldest active practicing respiratory care therapist at 73 – my goal is to keep working until age 89 or 90. All of my success is due to the Lord and for me it’s all about serving people. It’s unique because some of my students or their parents are coming back through now, and that’s especially rewarding.”

My grandfather, father, and Coach Nick Saban said, “If you find your passion in life, you will never have to work another day, and this is exactly what respiratory therapy has been and done for me.” Content used with permission from aarc.org.

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The announcement said that when the project is finished traffic flow should be improved and provide safety for drivers turning west onto Highway 78 toward The Shops of Grand River.

The project comes off the heels of the installation of new LED lights at Exit 140 that aim to improve visibility and safety.

“That’s been a trouble spot for quite a while. As you come off of the interstate going east and head toward The Shops of Grand River or Buc-ee’s, you basically take your life in your hands trying to meet one car at a time across that intersection,” said Mayor David Miller.

“There were no lights—it was a bad arrangement. Just to let you know, we now have approved funding and we’ll be starting quickly on

Restaurants

From front page

The event will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Trussville Civic Center.

Over 20 restaurants and bakeries are expected to participate.

Guests will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite vendor.

Tickets are still available online at trussvillechamber. com.

The following day will be the official start of Trussville Restaurant Week, which will run from May 2-18.

During those two weeks, local restaurants will be showcasing signature dishes and offering special deals and discounts.

the new traffic arrangement. This will include a computerized light that makes it a lot easier for us to get a lot of cars across there without people stacking up.”

It is hoped that the signal project will “enhance” The Shops of Grand River as a destination and that stakeholders will continue collaboration with the city, the announcement stated.

“We’re excited to see

this much-needed traffic signal project moving forward. Improving access and safety at Exit 140 is a win for everyone—from our shoppers and employees to the entire Leeds community,” Chris Strange, Vice-President of Operations, The Shops of Grand River. “We appreciate the City’s commitment to supporting growth and enhancing the visitor experience.”

The event will also feature Restaurant Bingo where patrons can get stamps for eating around town and turn in cards for prize drawings. Bingo cards can be picked up at participating restaurants. Proceeds from Taste of Trussville will benefit the chamber’s scholarship fund, community events, and other chamber activities throughout the year. Restaurants that want to participate in Taste of Trussville or Trussville Restaurant Week can call the chamber office at (205) 655-7535.

Outlet Shops of Grand River. Photo: Daniel Corp.

This year’s Easter Egg Hunt will have over 10,000 treatfilled eggs for children to collect. (City of Irondale)

The Easter Bunny will make an appearance at this year’s event. (City of Irondale)

Community members gather in the Trussville Civic Center to taste offerings from local restaurants at the 2024 Taste of Trussville. (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)

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JEFFERSON COUNTY,

Ala. – The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was shot at a bingo hall near Grayson Valley early Monday morning.

Ala. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was shot at a bingo hall near Grayson Valley early Monday morning.

“I always wanted to go to market and pick out clothes and make women feel beautiful and love their bodies,” she said.

out by the DNA analysis as the identity of the remains.

The skull was discovered by a homeowner on the shoulder of the roadway next to his residence near the 1300 block of 5th Place NW on Aug. 20, 2024.

So when the opportunity to open her own store came, she jumped in head first.

“I love Trussville,” Trammell said.

“It’s really crazy to see what all is happening in Trussville since I was even in high school 10 years ago. I’m excited for Trussville.”

Investigators believe the skull was moved from its original location, which remains unknown, to the property by the homeowner ’s dog.

The coroner’s office per-

The new store features bright and colorful clothing, shoes, accessories, and gifts as well as new styles coming in monthly.

When designing the look of the store, they also want-

and positive change,” PCI Tribal Chair and CEO Stephanie Bryan said.

“We are very excited to have this wonderful opportunity in Birmingham, and we look forward to creating a top-tier entertainment venue that will bring a boost to the local economy, provide good jobs, and attract tourists from all over the country to one of America’s most dynamic cities.”

Lewis Benefield, President of VictoryLand and former President of the Birmingham Racecourse, added that he is excited about the future of the property

ed to make it as comfortable as the clothes they sell.

“We just wanted something that felt fresh and open, bright and airy, and just kind of makes you happy to be around,” Trammell said.

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under PCI’s leadership.

“This property has been a key asset for the Birmingham area for years, and today’s announcement marks a commitment to elevating the Birmingham Racecourse to new heights,” Benefield said.

“The McGregor family is proud to have operated this property over the past three decades, and we are confident that it will be in great hands under the leadership of Wind Creek Hospitality.”

Birmingham Mayor Randall L. Woodfin also welcomed the investment, believing it will have a positive impact on the city.

“More and more, Bir-

Blūm Clothing is located at 410 Main Street and open Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from 12 p.m to 4 p.m.

They also have an online store at blumclothing.com.

She added that they hope to host monthly gatherings at the store including wine tastings, an Easter egg hunt, and other fun events.

mingham has a growing reputation as a destination for entertainment and sporting events, and this investment from the Poarch Creek Indians is a testament to the potential and vibrancy of our community,” Woodfin said.

“The redevelopment of the Birmingham Racecourse will create jobs, drive tourism, and further establish our city as a key player in the entertainment and hospitality industry.”

During 2025, the Poarch Creek Indians expect to finalize the transfer of operations, survey the region to better understand customer demands, and solidify plans to expand facilities and operations in the future.

Deputies responded to the bingo hall, located at 5712 Chalkville Road, shortly after 5 a.m. where they found a male employee suffering from a gunshot wound.

Deerfoot Parkway, waiting and believing that the Lord would provide.

That opportunity finally came when Deerfoot Baptist Church came up for sale on a commercial listing last fall.

Center Point Fire and Rescue responded to the scene and transported the victim to UAB Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Built in 1998, the church is located at 5450 Mt. Olive Church Road--a prime location in the heart of Trussville just off of where Deerfoot Parkway, Husky Parkway, and I-59 all meet.

According to the sherif in a th rity guard occurred, resulting in the guard shooting him. The security guard re-

According to the sherif

After seeing the listing, McCurry hopped in his truck and drove up to the church on a Monday morning, hoping to share his church’s vision on how they could use the campus.

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From Tribune staff reports

Just as he rang the doorbell, the church’s CDC Director Dianne Kovacich, who was very rarely there on Mondays, had finished praying.

LEEDS, Ala Police in Leeds are asking for the public’s help in identifying an individual believed to be involved with an organized retail theft investigation.

LEEDS, Ala. – Police in Leeds are asking for the public’s help in identifying an individual believed to be involved with an organized retail theft investigation.

Now that Deerfoot Church of Christ is moving in, the new building is opening up new opportunities.

“The Leeds Police Department requests the public’s assistance in identifying this individual,” officials said on social media “He is a suspect in an Organized Retail Theft Investigation.

“She said, ‘God sent you because I have just finished praying that God will send us a church to buy this property,’” McCurry recounted. Deerfoot Baptist had dwindled in size since they built the worship hall 25 years ago. They initially bought 40 acres but have been selling off parts of the land over the last several years. They also donated land so that Husky Parkway could be built.

“The Leeds Police Department requests the public’s assistance in identifying this individual,” officials said on social media “He is a suspect in an Organized Retail Theft Investigation.

The 59,000 square foot facility is about three times the size of their previous one.

If you recognize this individual or have any information about this crime, please contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama.”

If you recognize this individual or have any information about this crime please contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama.”

CrimeStoppers of Met-

There were other interested buyers who wanted to use the property as an industrial lot or to build multi-family housing, but it was their shared hope that a church would be able to continue worshiping there that brought the two churches together.

“We’re just pinching ourselves, like this is happening and it’s exciting,” Church Minister Richard Harp said, adding that their theme this year is “abounding in the work of the Lord” based on 1 Corinthians 15:58, which tells believers to be steadfast and immovable in their faith.

Even though they are moving their church, Harp said “the message never changes.”

“To me, abounding in the work of the Lord in a new work, in a new facility, in a new mission field--God, you knew what you were doing, and that’s exciting.”

“We try our best to minister to the community, providing for whatever they need. We have many, many community events and we’re gonna do the same thing here,” McCurry said.

For the last eight years they have had to run three services as members struggled to find seats and combine age groups with 7th through 12th graders all being in one class.

“We still want to minister to the same community where we were,” Harp added.

ro Alabama also released information about the incident.

“According to a report filed with the Leeds Police

In the new worship hall, the about 500 member congregation will have ample room to fit everyone as well as continue providing online services.

“According to a report filed with the Leeds Police

The building also comes with two stories of classrooms that can be used for bible studies, youth groups, and other programs.

Deerfoot Baptist previously ran a child development center out of the building so they are also considering bringing something like that back for their members.

The church will also now manage the Mt. Olive Church Cemetery, which will have plots available to both its own members and members of Deerfoot Baptist. Though Deerfoot Church of Christ will be moving a few miles down the road, they hope to continue with their mission of being a service to the community.

Department, a retail theft occurred on February 23, 2025 in the 8900 block of Weaver Avenue in Leeds,” the organization reported.

“We’ve already built up such a great rapport with our Clay community, we really hope that people will still come back and come to our Trunk-or-Treats and our Pizza with Santa and other events that we do because that’s what it’s about--reaching out to our community and being here to help when people are struggling.”

“Detectives obtained these photos from video surveillance and are asking the public for help with identifying the person shown.”

If you recognize this individual, or have any information about this crime, please contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama. You may remain anonymous, and if your tip leads to an arrest, you could receive a cash reward of up to $5,000.

“Detectives obtained these photos from video surveillance and are asking the public for help with identifying the person shown.” If you recognize this individual, or have any information about this crime please contact Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama. You may remain anonymous, and if your tip leads to an arrest, you could receive a cash reward of up to $5,000.

“We’ve got to be focused on saving souls, we’ve got to be focused on serving the community around us, and we’ve got to be looking forward to spreading the gospel each and every day,” McCurry continued. “There are still people out there looking for God.”

Deerfoot Baptist will be moving to a smaller facility in Argo, but will continue services at the current location until the end of April. Deerfoot Church of Christ will hold its first service in the new building on May 4, which will also be its Mission Sunday where every penny offered will go toward their missions for the year.

formed an autopsy on the skull and determined that the victim had been shot. The same dog found the second bone, a left tibia, on Dec. 12, 2024.

Using GPS trackers, officials have outlined the dog’s roaming range, but searches of the areas frequently visited have not turned up any additional remains.

The store offers a range of styles, accessories, and gifts. (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)

The store also has a larger space for events and additional items. (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)

Deerfoot Church of Christ will be able to welcome more guests in the larger worship hall. (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)

The memorial outside of the church will remain in place. (Chris Basinger/Trussville Tribune)

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TRUSSVILLE, Ala. –

Trussville and Springville police are searching for two people suspected of breaking into businesses in the two cities.

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● Trussville City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m., City Council Annex

According to police, the suspects burglarized Munoz Mexican Grill in the early morning hours of March 22.

● Trussville Board of Education Meetings: 3rd Monday of each month at 6 p.m., TCS Central Office

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Footage captured of the suspects, who were both wearing black hoodies, depicts one of them kicking in the door of the business.

● Clay City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m.

● Pinson City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 7 p.m.

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● Argo City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 5 p.m.

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Trussville was hit with another string of burglaries late Friday and early Saturday morning. At this time, police are working the two cases separately.

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Center Point man wanted on attempted murder charge

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. – A Center Point man is wanted on a felony warrant charging him with attempted murder, according to Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama.

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● Children’s Storytime: Thursday, March 13 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. - Join Ms. Alicia for stories, songs, bubble time, and lots of fun

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● Irondale City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m.

● Leeds City Council Meetings: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 6 p.m.

● Moody City Council Meetings: 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 6 p.m.

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● Homeschool Hangout: Thursday, March 13 at 1 p.m. - A place for homeschool teens to hang out, socialize, and play games

● Tech Tuesdays: Tuesday, March 11 at 10 a.m.Drop by for helpful tech tips and tricks with Mr. Keith!

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ardson, 26, is 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs 145 pounds. He has short black hair and brown eyes. His last known address was in the 900 block of 27th Avenue North in Center Point. Tips from the public that lead to the solving of a felony case, a felony arrest, or the issuance of a felony warrant could be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.

Anyone with information about this individual can contact Crime Stoppers anonymously by calling (205) 254-7777.

Trussville man killed in lawnmower accident

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The man who was killed in a lawnmower accident in Homewood last Friday has been identified as 35-yearold Christopher Tovaris Collins of Trussville.

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son County Coroner’s Office, Collins was mowing on the inclined shoulder of the I-65 northbound off ramp at Oxmoor Road when his riding lawnmower flipped and rolled over multiple times, causing him multiple blunt force injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Homewood Police Department reported that he was an employee at a private landscaping company that the city had contracted to mow the area. HPD is investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.

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Estate Planning Basics: What You Need to Know

By Seth Edgil, Financial Advisor –Keystone Financial Group

Estate planning is a critical step for individuals seeking to protect their assets and provide guidance for loved ones in the event of incapacity or death. It involves drafting and maintaining key documents, such as a last will and testament, powers of attorney, and, in some cases, establishing a living trust.

A will provides instructions on how property should be distributed. It also appoints an executor to manage legal and financial matters after death. Without a valid will, a person’s assets are subject to intestacy laws, which vary by state and may not reflect one’s actual wishes.

A revocable living trust offers an additional layer of flexibility, potentially al-

lowing beneficiaries to bypass probate and maintain privacy. By transferring assets into this trust, individuals can expedite distribution and reduce legal expenses.

An irrevocable trust can offer certain tax advantages and creditor protection, though it requires relinquishing control of the assets placed into it. Powers of attorney address the possibility of incapacity. A durable power of attorney authorizes a

trusted person to handle financial matters, including paying bills and managing investments, if the principal is no longer able to do so. A separate medical power of attorney, sometimes known as a healthcare proxy, designates an individual to make healthcare decisions, ensuring a patient’s treatment preferences remain paramount.

Beneficiary designations on retirement plans and life insurance policies deserve

particular attention, since they generally override instructions in a will or trust.

Periodic reviews help ensure that these designations reflect changes such as marriage, divorce or the birth of a child.

Estate tax exemptions, currently elevated under provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, may change if the law sunsets after 2025. This could mean a reduction in the federal threshold that determines which estates

pay taxes. States may also impose estate or inheritance taxes with different exemption levels. For individuals near these thresholds, gifting strategies or trust arrangements may prove beneficial.

Periodic reviews are recommended every three to five years or whenever a major life event alters an individual’s circumstances. Laws can also evolve, prompting the need for timely updates. While proper documentation and planning may reduce legal fees and prevent disputes, professional advice can help clarify complex rules. This article is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax or personalized financial advice. Readers

should consult an attorney or a licensed financial professional for guidance tailored to their specific needs. Factors such as marital status, children, the value of assets and state regulations can significantly influence the best course of action.

In an era when personal and financial situations can shift rapidly, estate planning offers reassurance. It provides a framework for individuals to maintain control over their affairs and provides families with clearer paths forward during challenging times. By reviewing documents regularly and remaining aware of changing laws, individuals can better protect their financial legacies—and bring clarity and peace of mind to those they care about most.

Seth Edgil, Financial Advisor – Keystone Financial Group

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Who are these human beings? How do they sleep at night?

I continue to be amazed at how low internet scammers will go to steal your money and identity. I should know better by now, but for some irrational reason, I keep holding out some sort of desperate hope there will exist an iota of honor among thieves.

But these scammers must be people without a soul, without a conscience, without any sense of moral compass. They will attempt to rob anybody, but they most often prey on the most vulnerable among us. The elderly, the weak, the uninformed, the gullible.

They thrive on social media, like a cancer that starts with a small spot, such as a fraudulent post on Facebook, and spread their disease rapidly through thousands of accounts worldwide.

We’ve caught on to most of their old, familiar tricks, such as claiming we have unpaid bills which are going to result in immediate cancellation of service or social security benefits. Or they send you a receipt for an expensive purchase you never made, instructing you to go to their fraudulent website if you have any questions. We know not to send them ten thousand dollars to get our grandson out of jail in Russia. We are now aware they can clone Facebook accounts and send a phony friend request to you in an effort to gain access to your posts and account information. They are hardpressed to fool us in those ways any longer. So they have been forced to go lower. To attack us where we are the most emotionally susceptible. They have discovered the best way to do this is the “copy and paste” scam. If you spend any time on Facebook, and over three billion

of us do, you have likely seen one of these posts. It will usually come from someone you know. They can figure out who your closest friends are by monitoring who responds to, and “likes” your posts most often. One of the most common is the post where the sender wants to know who her true friends really are. If you REALLY are my friend, copy and paste this post into your own outbox, and send it. Then come back and comment here that you have done so.

Even more heinous are posts from your friend that claim he/she suffers from a painful and debilitating disease. That they have had to endure their agony in silence. That they are lonely and desperate and in need of support. They seek prayer and comfort. Won’t you pray for me? I need to know that someone out there is lifting me up to God. If you have prayed for me, please copy and paste my post into

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I Couldn’t Help But Wonder…

By Dixie Dreamer

I couldn’t help but wonder…why do so many of us feel like the world expects us to jump into relationships like they’re a rite of passage or a mandatory life milestone? It’s as if being single is some sort of buffering screen until the “real show” of commitment begins. I’ve been there. Oh, trust me, I’ve been there. Two divorces, countless rebounds, and more “what are we?” conversations than I’d care to admit later, I finally had to take a long, hard look at myself and ask, “Do I even want this whole ‘relationship’ thing?”

Back in my 20s (and, okay, well into my 50s, too), I thought being single meant there was something wrong with me. The societal soundtrack playing in the background was a relentless symphony of “Why aren’t you dating anyone?”, “When are you settling down?”, and my personal favorite, “You’re not getting any younger, you know.” Spoiler alert to all the nosy onlookers handing out unsolicited relationship advice—I wasn’t asking. Under all that pressure, I did what many of us do. I got into relationships that weren’t right for me. Sometimes just to shut people up. Sometimes, because I thought I’d grow into loving

them. And sometimes—embarrassed as I am to admit it now—I just didn’t want to eat at a table for one at that fabulous new restaurant everyone was talking about. But do you know what happens when you commit yourself to somebody for all the wrong reasons? Spoiler alert number two: Nothing good.

It took me years of trial, error, and a few spectacularly bad breakups to learn that being in a relationship for the wrong reasons is lonelier than being single. You’re sitting across from someone who doesn’t get you, trying to figure out why the spark fizzled or why a spark was never there to begin with. And then, when those relationships end, you find yourself staring at yet another phone contact titled “Don’t Answer.”

After my second (yes, second) divorce, I decided to take a strategic timeout from relationships. Not just a “I need a couple of months to focus on me” break, but a real pause to ask the tough questions. What did I want? What did I need? What did “happy” even look like for me? And the answer, as it

turned out, wasn’t walking down the aisle or playing house with someone new. It wasn’t throwing half my closet into a tote bag to spend long weekends pretending I liked his bad taste in wine. It wasn’t compromising on whether brunch is best on Saturdays or Sundays—because I’ll take both, thank you very much. The truth is, I started to enjoy my own company in a way I never knew was possible. It wasn’t instant, and at first, it felt “weird” to do things alone—movies, dinners, even vacations. But the more I got to know myself— the real me, without the pressure to impress someone or check society’s boxes—the less weird it became. I started realizing that I was happier and more fulfilled on my own than I had been in most of my relationships.

Am I saying relationships are all bad? Absolutely not. This isn’t some anti-love manifesto. Part of me still dreams about that “Oncein-a-Lifetime” love—you know, the stuff rom-coms are made of. But here’s the kicker: If (and it’s a big if) it hap-

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your outbox and send it. You are a good and decent person. You have a kind heart and an empathetic nature. And after all, it’s your friend. You want to show them love and loyalty. Of course you’re going to comply. Unfortunately, these virtues also identify you as a potential target. I see so many of my friends, wonderful, caring people, sucked into this web of lies. Understand something. It is NEVER, EVER a good idea to copy and paste some-

When Republicans took office, Alabama’s financial situation was in crisis. The state had endured five rounds of proration in just 10 years—forcing mid-year budget cuts that disrupted essential services. Simply keeping the lights on at the State House was a challenge.

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Prior to Republican control, the State Legislature had spent beyond its means for decades, racking up over $600 million in debt by raiding the Alabama Trust Fund and depleting the state’s rainy-day accounts.

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That reckless era ended in 2010. The days of “robbing Peter to pay Paul” came to a screeching halt under Republican leadership.

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One of our first actions was to reduce the number of state employees by over 5,000 people.

In 2011, we passed the Rolling Reserve Act, which has been a game-changer for Alabama’s financial stability. Before this reform,

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And for the love of cosmos everywhere, there will be no more rebounds. “Mr. Convince Me To Be in a Committed Relationship” may step into my life someday, but until then, I’m perfectly content sipping martinis with the most important person in my life—me.

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body else’s post into your own outbox. What friend of yours would ask you to do that? They might ask you to share something, but copy and paste? No way. It’s dead giveaway the post is a fake. There is a reason scammers want you to do this. When you copy and paste, you are creating a new post, independent of the original. This means the scammer can use you to spread his duplicity, while deleting his own original message, so that he can’t be traced.

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The Rolling Reserve Act put an end to that practice. It capped spending in the Education Trust Fund based on a 15-year revenue average, ensuring Alabama could no longer overspend during economic booms. Any revenue exceeding the cap now goes into reserve funds, preventing mid-year cuts during downturns. Thanks to this measure, the state has had fourteen consecutive years without proration in education funding.

Since the original message requests people come back and comment that you’ve sent his post out, the scammer can use your account to see who responds, thereby identifying potential targets for future phishing messages. All with absolutely no way to track who the original sender is.

Another critical reform came in 2012, when Republicans championed a Constitutional Amendment— approved by the people of Alabama—that tied legislative pay to median household income.

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This was necessary because between 1991 and 2007, the Legislature had repeatedly voted to give themselves pay raises, culminating in a 61% increase during a national recession in 2007.

That era of self-serving government ended with Republican leadership.

previously mentioned, any time a post, no matter who it comes from, asks you to copy and paste something, be extremely suspicious, no matter how sincere the message seems. Remember, these perpetrators will write anything to reel you in. Nothing is too personal or sacred.

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Over the last 15 years, we’ve implemented a series of fiscally responsible and conservative budgeting practices that have stabilized Alabama’s finances.

In 2019, we finished paying off $600 million in debt. We restored, strengthened, and even created reserve accounts.

We’ve passed more than a dozen tax cuts in the last three years, including reducing the Grocery Tax by 25%, which is the largest

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jumping into relationships headfirst without asking what they truly want, I’ve got one piece of advice for you. Slow. Down. Take your time. Trust me, anyone worth sharing your life with will wait while you figure yourself out. You deserve more than a “for now” kind of love. You deserve someone who fits into your life like the perfect pair of leather boots—stylish, exciting, and above all else, comfortable. And if you never find that, remember the secret no one tells you late at night when you’re scrolling through dat-

Often, if you go to the “Search Friends” box, and click on the account of the friend who supposedly sent the post, you will discover it is not on their wall. Because they didn’t send it. It came from a clone. If you do feel the need to pass somebody’s post along, hit the “share” button. That way the message is simply passed on to your friends, but can still be traced back to the original sender.

cut in Alabama’s history. In fact, when you factor in the $400 million tax rebate Alabamians received in 2021, the Legislature has passed over $1.4 billion in tax cuts since 2021.

We’ve made strategic investments in education, infrastructure, and economic development, and we’re seeing real results.

Social media can be such an incredible tool if used properly. Doing so requires at least a general sense of honor and honesty. How sad there are folks out there who are void of it.

The Literacy and Numeracy Acts have moved Alabama’s public education rankings from 49th to 34th in reading and from 52nd to 32nd in math. We have also passed the CHOOSE Act – solidifying Alabama as one of the most pro schoolchoice states in the entire country.

ICHBW: Are We Using Societal Expectations to Define Our Relationship Status?

Alabama’s roads and bridges were once among the worst in the country –we were recently ranked as 8th best state in the nation for roads, bridges, airports, power, and broadband.

Economic development has been no different – we’ve cut red tape and utilized a pro-business approach to government that has resulted in Alabama being nationally recognized as the most improved state for doing business.

ing apps—you can be your own perfect fit. I couldn’t help but wonder…what’s your relationship story? Have you had your own “ah-ha moment” that rewrote your view of love, commitment, or single life? I’d love to hear from you. Email me at Columnist@ICHBWColumn.com and tell me all about it. Who knows—your story might just inspire next week’s column. Until next time, stay true to yourself and stay fabulous.

XOXO

State Rep. Danny Garrett

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James “Ollis” Stracener

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july 27,1948— may 30,2024

august 27, 1938 — march 26, 2025

Funeral Services for Mr. James “Ollis” Stracener, age 86 of Oneonta, will be held on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home with Bro. Bob Swain officiating. Burial will follow in the adjoining gardens.

James Ollis Stracener of Oneonta, Alabama, passed away peacefully at the age of 86 on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Ora Stracener; brothers, Clester and Deso Stracener; sister, Lorene LaRue; and son, Dan Stracener (Kelly). Ollis is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Ann; children, Kim Kohlenberg (Tim), David Stracener, and Michelle Patrick (Steve); grandchildren, Chad Stracener (Brooke), Chris Kohlenberg (Bailey), Chase Stracener, Katie Kim (David), Zac Stracener (Terria), Will and Sam Patrick; great grandchildren, James and Luke Stracener, Miles and Blair Kohlenberg, Jae and Vera Kim, and Carter Stracener; along with many well-loved nieces and nephews.

Linda LeeMones passedawayonMay 30, 2024 in Encinitas, Californiaaftera briefbattle with cancer.She wasbornonJuly27, 1948, in Long Beach, California, Lindawas thebeloved thirdof tenchildrenborntoBill andMedaNorman. Shewas preceded in deathbyher parents, hersisters BarbaraCooley andMerlene Atkinson,andherbrother SteveNorman. Linda leaves behind alarge andlovingfamily,includinghersix brothers andsisters: Bill Norman,BonnieFairchild,Penny Laming ,Jeanette Leap,Tim Norman,and AprilCarl. Sheisalsosur vivedbyher cherished children,ArleneRentz (Lee)and JasonMones (Nicole),andher adored grandchildren, Olivia,Joseph, andLee RentzIV. Linda’s childrenwereher prideand joy. Sheloved travelinganddoingwater excursions with her daughter,Arlene, whetheritwas watchingdolphins or taking aboattoCoronado. With herson,Jason, sheshareda specialbondthrough theirdeepand meaningful conversations.Linda’s career in nursing wasmarkedbydedication andexcellence. Shethrived in nursing andlater in home healthcare.Her work in hyperbaric medicinebeganinLongBeach andeventuallyledher to Birmingham, Alabama, wheresheplayed akey role in startinghyperbaricmedicinethere. Linda’s career progressedtosurgery intensivecare, whereshe often served as head nurse in variousdepartments. After movingback to Californiain1997, shefoundhertruepassion in home healthcare,particularly in workingwithpeoplewithdementia.She cherishedthe one-on-one interactionswithher clientsand theirfamilies, always goingout of herway to ensure theircomfort andwell-being.

Ollis dedicated 40 years of his career working for Tractor & Equipment Company in various positions. His career began in 1960 in the parts department in Birmingham, Alabama. He was later promoted to Service Manager in 1965 and to General Service Manager in 1969. He retired in 2000 as a Senior Vice President/General Service Manager. After retirement, Ollis opened a business restoring and repairing all-terrain vehicles as a hobby. Ollis was a member of the Oneonta Church of Christ. He enjoyed many hobbies such as NASCAR racing, hunting, deep sea fishing, restoring old cars, and riding and restoring 4-Wheelers, but his favorite way to spend time was with his grandchildren. Ollis will always be remembered as a generous man with a witty sense of humor, but his greatest role was being a loving husband, father, and Paw.

Linda will be remembered forher hardworkingand caringnature.She gave herall to herworkand thepeopleshe loved, leavinga lasting impact on everyone whohad theprivilege of knowingher. Amemorialser vice will beheldin herhonoron herbirthday, July 27 at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Homesand GardensinTrussville,Alabama.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. His grandsons, Chad Stracener, Chris Kohlenberg, Chase Stracener, Zac Stracener, Will Patrick and Sam Patrick, and his sons-in-law, Tim Kohlenberg and Steve Patrick will serve as pallbearers.

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Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 from 12:00 P.M. until service time at 2:00 P.M. at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home.

march 3, 1943— july 13,2024

Jack A. Medlock

june 26, 1946 — march 26, 2025

Memorial Services for Mr. Jack A. Medlock, age 78 of Center Point, will be held on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at North Clay Baptist Church with Pastor Darryl League officiating. Burial will follow at Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Trussville.

BonnieE.Spearman, age81, passedawayonJuly13,2024. She wasprecededindeath by herhusband CharlesSpearman;parents,Charles andMarie Gordon,Sr.;brother,Charles Gordon, Jr.; niece, Terri AnnBusk. Sheissur vivedbyher daughter,Regenia (Chip) Keith; twosons, CharlesMcAllisterand Eric (Cathy)Jennings;sister,SandraHollis; nieces,Tammy Gulledgeand Tina (Russell) Zientek; special friend, NolenShivers andnumerousgrandchildrenand other loving family members.

Be tty Ca ro lG os s

july 17,1948— july 19,2024

Betty CarolBrown Goss at theage of 76 died at home in Pinson AlabamaJuly19,2024. Betty lovedher family more than she lovedherself.Shehada passion forlife. Sheloved thelordwith allher heart. Betty worked as ahairdresserand latermoved into workingretail.

Mr. Medlock passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at his home. From an early age Jack had a great love for cars, including souping up the engines. In college, he was a 2-time letterman in Tennis. His hobbies included watching/reading Westerns (Louis L’Amour) grilling out, collecting every tool imaginable, Sunday afternoon convertible rides, Auburn foot ball and Chicago Cubs baseball. He loved Jesus and served in various capacities at North Clay Baptist Church and New Cov enant Church of God, including being a Deacon, an Usher, and Sunday School director. He would participate in Wednesday visitation, telling others about Jesus. He greatly loved spending time with his family, including his kids, grandchildren, and great-grand child. He was quiet, but extremely helpful to anyone in need. He was loved and will be greatly missed.

Betty is preceded in deathbySon –EarlRobertGoss, Father – Herschel Brown, Mother –Saloma(Chip)Brown,Sisters–SueChamblee, CharoletteJones,Glenda Faye Brown, Patricia Brown, Brothers –Donaldand JamesBrown. Sheissur vivedbyHusband of 54 yearsEarlRansomGoss. Sons Edward RayGossand TimLovell. Friday nightgirlAngelaLewis.One granddaughter Marisa LyndseyGoss. Alongwitha host of nieces,nephews,family andfriends. Herfuneralser viceswereheldatJeffersonMemorialinTrussville on TuesdayJuly23,2024.

He is survived by his sons, Mark Medlock (Shana) of Phoenix, AZ, Adam Medlock of Chelsea and Dave Medlock of Jacksonville, FL, his fiancé, Joy Gardner, his grandchildren, Hailee (Brian), Brooke, Matthew and Rachel, his great-granddaughter, Vanessa, his brother-in-law, Richard Bonham, his brother, Joe Richard Medlock and a host of nieces, nephews and extended family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leslie Bonham Medlock, his parents, Alton and Davie Medlock, and his brothers, Jerry and Norman Medlock.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. until service time at 10:00 A.M. at North Clay Baptist Church.

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6 Strategies for Growing in Grief

1. Recognize Your Strengths: Reflect on past challenges and seek support from like-minded individuals.

2. Focus on Positive Bonds: Honor your loved one’s legacy and cherish memories.

3. Change Negative Thoughts: Use positive language to navigate through grief.

4. Check-in With Yourself: Monitor your progress and consider journaling your journey.

5. Use Support Systems: Seek help from friends, family, or grief support groups.

6. Stay Hopeful: Embrace ups and downs, envision your future, and make small steps towards happiness.

Aleshia Brady Ince

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february 14, 1975 — march 30, 2025

january 30,1944— july 13,2024

Aleshia Brady Ince, age 50, of Springville, Al passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025 surrounded by her family.

She was born on Feb 14, 1975 in Birmingham, Al to Sherry Moon Brady and Albert Coyt Brady, Jr. She was a beloved Daughter, Sister, Mother, and Nonna.

She attended OneEighty church in Springville, Alabama.

She was a huge fan of all things Auburn football and was known for her karaoke skills. She adored her two daugh ters, Madison Palmer and Abby Ince, along with her grand son Jameson Palmer.

She is preceded in death by Patty and Buford Moon, Doro thy and Albert Coyt Brady, along with The Brady Twins. She is survived by her parents; Sherry Brady Reaves, Albert Coyt Brady,Jr.(Sherry), her Brother; Blake Brady(Andree), her Nephew; Ezra Brady, her Daughters; Madison Brady Palmer(David), Abby Marie Ince, her Grandson; Jameson Palmer and her Granddogs; Finley, Goose, Millie and Tucker.

Jerr yThomasCoss, age80, of Northport,AL, born Sunday, January 30,1944, in Nashville, TN,passedawayonSaturday, July 13,2024, in Fayette,AL. He is preceded in deathbyhis father andmother, Wilbur andMae Coss; and hisfather-in-law andmother-in-law,James and Sara Barker.Heissur vivedindeath by hiswife, Brenda Coss;his son, PatrickCoss(wife)Kris; grandchildrenLaurenBingham (husband) Riley andGrayson Coss; sister,Pat Reynolds (husband) Jerr yofArdmore,TN; brother, Randy Coss (wife) LindaofAllenPark, MI;brother-inlaw, Ronnie Barker (wife) PattiofBirmingham AL:sister-in-law ConniePendley (husband) Ronnie, of Rowland, NC;manyniecesandnephews.

Visitation will be on Friday, April 4, 2025 from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home. There will be a Chapel service at the funeral home following the visitation with Pastor Gresh Harbuck officiating. Burial will be Jefferson Memorial Gardens in Trussville.

Jerr ywas aser vant of Godand man. He wasa faithful member of theNorthport Church of Christ.Heser vedthe Mountain Brook PoliceDepartmentasa patrolman, warrantofficer, andthenretiredasa detective after 27 yearsofser vice.Hewasan outdoorsman,asanavid hunter andfisherman, whowas happytotakeyou in thewoodsoronthe lake anytime.Jerry lovedcoachinglittleleague andmorethanany thingheloved beingwithfamily andfriends. We will carr yhim in ourheartsforever.

Rose Juanell “Jan” Perkins Vann

Funeralser viceswereheldatJeffersonMemorialFuneralHomeand GardensinTrussville, AL ,onFriday, July 19,2024. Theser vice wasofficiatedbyhis brother-in-law,Jerry Reynolds. Apolicehonorsgraveside servicefollowed. Hispallbearers were:Grayson Coss, Ryan Barker, Brett Barker,Matt Pendley,Tim Reynolds,and Mike Reynolds.

december 29, 1932 — march 31, 2025

Ja ck ie Dewa yne “Way ne ”F re de ri ck

A private Graveside Service will be held for Mrs. Rose Juanell Perkins Vann at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home & Gardens. Rose Juanell (Jan) Perkins Vann, age 92, died on March 31, 2025 following a lengthy battle with dementia. She was born on December 29, 1932 in Star, Texas and lived in multiple locations in Louisiana and south Florida before moving to Birmingham in 1948. She graduated from Woodlawn High School and Jefferson State Community College. Rose took a great deal of pride in her involvement with Girl Scouts. She served as a troop leader for 10 years; as the director of a day camp; as a member of Wayfarers, an adult organization dedicated to promoting Scouting; and was awarded the Thanks Badge by the Cahaba Girl Scout Council in recognition of outstanding service. Rose was an active volunteer for the Birmingham Fern Society for many years. Rose was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Eugene Vann; her parents, Vernon Perkins and Leta Perkins; her brother Delwayne Perkins; and her granddaughter Cristin Jo Whitley. She is survived by her daughters Lynn Vann Whitley and Laura Lee Vann of Birmingham, Ala.; granddaughters Carla Jean Whitley of Birmingham, Ala. and Cheryl Joy (Mark) Miner of Dothan, Ala.; grandson Chad Jacob Whitley (Lilly) of Jacksonville, Fla.; great grandchildren Mark Whitley Miner, Bennett Partridge Miner and Molly Grace Miner, all of Dothan, Ala.; and sister-in-law and longtime close friend, Rosa Nell Perkins Sharp of Fairhope, Ala.

july 2, 1969— july 14,2024

To honor her wishes, there will be no visitation or public service. In lieu of flowers, donations to Kitty Kat Haven and Rescue, 3432 Old Columbiana Road, Hoover, Ala. 35226, are requested.

Barbara Thompson

Jackie Dewayne“ Wayne” Frederickwas born July 2nd, 1969 in Hamilton Alabama. He passedaway peacefully July 14,2024 at GrandviewHospitalin Birmingham,Alabama following an extendedillness. He wasprecededindeath by hisfatherPeterJackFrederick,his grandparentsWilliamand Ruth Frederickand Alee andOra MaeMitchell. He is survived by hismotherPeg gy Mitchell, stepmother Sherri Frederick, brothers JimmyFrederick (Amy), Eric Frederick(Candy), MichaelSanderson, andsisters SabrinaMorden, Pamela PharrAguilar (Julio), DianePharr andspecial uncle JamesMitchell. Wayneisalsosur vivedbya host of nieces and nephews andextendedfamily members. Waynewas agraduate of HackleburgHighschool. He wasa furniturebuilder fornumerousyears.Duringthattime,hereceivedcountless awards forhis perfectattendance over hislife. Waynewasan avid wrestlingenthusiast.He wasa particularfan of Hulk Hogan. He hada deep love forhis family making sure he checked in on ever yone often.

september 13, 1941 — march 31, 2025

To ourbrother Wayne, your laughter,loveand kindness will be greatlymissedbutnever forgotten.Wecelebrate thestrengthanddetermination youshowedthroughoutyourlife.

Barbara Conradi Thompson, 83 of Center Point, AL, passed away peacefully in her home on March 31, 2025, surrounded by the warmth and love of family and friends.

Barbara will be fondly missed for her love and dedication to her family, finding great joy in celebrating milestones, and cherishing every family gathering. Her faith and friends were equally central to her life, as was her love for bingo nights shared with her “Golden Girls” and all things Auburn Tigers.

Though ourheartsare heav ywithgrief,wefind comfortinthe memories we shared.Rest peacefully,dearbrother.Yourbattlesare over but youwill foreverliveoninourhearts.The funeralwas held at UnionHillFreewill Baptist Church in Hackleburg, AlabamaonTuesday July 23rd, 2024.

Barbara’s legacy of kindness, love, and laughter will be pro foundly missed but never forgotten by all who had the privilege to know her.

Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Robert Thompson; her parents, Marga ret and Fred Conradi; her sister, Carolyn Bryant; and brother, Thomas Conradi. She is survived by her sister, Margaret Weatherby; her two children, Dean (Lance) Ray and Rick (Dawn) Thompson; her six grandchildren, Brandon (Jamie) Cobb, Blake (Sophie) Cobb, Sydney Ray, Tyler Smith, Cole Thompson, and Kaylie Thompson; and her three great-grandchildren, JT Bonds, Arlo Bonds, and Crew Cobb and a host of nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be 10:00 AM Friday, April 11 with a funeral Mass to follow at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.

Sandy Barnett Keener, age 52, passed away on April 1, 2025. Sandy retired from the Post Office after 23 years of service. She was artistic and enjoyed drawing and painting. She also loved to travel. She was preceded in death by her son Randall Moore and

grandchildren,

The family will receive friends on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 2:00 pm until 3:00 pm at

by Barnett, Hayley Keener and Abigail Keener;

Leonidus Culwell, Lincoln Culwell and Grayson Barnett; mother, Sandra (Jimmy) Little; brother, Allen (Bridgette) Barnett; niece, Genavieve Barnett; nephew, Aidan Barnett.

Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville.

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