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Carlton DurrahLeeds


Mr. Carlton Durrah was born April 7, 1964, to Mr. Charlie Durrah and Mrs. Mary Smith Durrah. He departed this life on August 19, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Roxie Pearson Durrah, other relatives and friends.

Mr. Carlton Durrah was born April 7, 1964, to Mr. Charlie Durrah and Mrs. Mary Smith Durrah. He departed this life on August 19, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Roxie Pearson Durrah, other...

George Carroll, Jr.Center Point


Mr. George Lee Carroll, Jr. was born August 25, 1957, to Mr. George Lee Carroll, Sr. and Mrs. Julia Louise Cason Carroll. He departed this life on August 19, 2024. He is survived by his family and friends.

Mr. George Lee Carroll, Jr. was born August 25, 1957, to Mr. George Lee Carroll, Sr. and Mrs. Julia Louise Cason Carroll. He departed this life on August 19, 2024. He is survived by his family and...

Hazel JenkinsGadsden


Mrs. Hazel L. Goggins Jenkins was born December 25, 1937, to Mr. Esko Goggins and Mrs. Ethel Marbury Goggins. She departed this life on August 17, 2024. She is survived by her husband Rev. James Jenkins, Sr., other relatives and friends.

Mrs. Hazel L. Goggins Jenkins was born December 25, 1937, to Mr. Esko Goggins and Mrs. Ethel Marbury Goggins. She departed this life on August 17, 2024. She is survived by her husband Rev. James...

LaWanda McGheeBirmingham


Mrs. LaWanda Joyce Gray McGhee was born June 5, 1959, to Mr. Harvey James Gray and Mrs. Rebecca Louise Russell Gray. She departed this life on August 15, 2024. She is survived by her husband Mr. Angelo Carl McGhee, other relatives and friends.

Mrs. LaWanda Joyce Gray McGhee was born June 5, 1959, to Mr. Harvey James Gray and Mrs. Rebecca Louise Russell Gray. She departed this life on August 15, 2024. She is survived by her husband Mr....

Deloris ZeiglerBirmingham


Ms. Deloris Zeigler was born December 23, 1963, to Mr. Ernest Samuel and Ms. Dorothy Zeigler. She departed this life on August 14, 2024. She is survived by her family and friends.

Ms. Deloris Zeigler was born December 23, 1963, to Mr. Ernest Samuel and Ms. Dorothy Zeigler. She departed this life on August 14, 2024. She is survived by her family and friends.

Charlie MooreBirmingham


Mr. Charlie Herbert Moore was born August 26, 1962, to Mr. Charlie Jones, Sr., and Ms. Martha Lewis. He departed this life on August 13, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Wanda Haywood Moore, other relatives and friends.

Mr. Charlie Herbert Moore was born August 26, 1962, to Mr. Charlie Jones, Sr., and Ms. Martha Lewis. He departed this life on August 13, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Wanda Haywood Moore,...

James WhiteBirmingham


Mr. James Edward White was born January 14, 1979, to Ms. Cheryl White. He departed this life on August 12, 2024. He is survived by his family and friends.

Mr. James Edward White was born January 14, 1979, to Ms. Cheryl White. He departed this life on August 12, 2024. He is survived by his family and friends.

Clarence Spencer, Jr.Birmingham


Mr. Clarence Spencer, Jr., was born January 4, 1949, to Mr. Clarence Spencer, Sr., and Mrs. Irma Witherspoon Spencer. He departed this life on August 10, 2024. He is survived by his family and friends.

Mr. Clarence Spencer, Jr., was born January 4, 1949, to Mr. Clarence Spencer, Sr., and Mrs. Irma Witherspoon Spencer. He departed this life on August 10, 2024. He is survived by his family and...

Edward PalmerBirmingham


Mr. Edward Palmer was born March 22, 1964, to Mr. Clay Palmer and Mrs. Ruth Darlene Morrison Palmer. He departed this life on August 4, 2024. He is survived by his family and friends.

Mr. Edward Palmer was born March 22, 1964, to Mr. Clay Palmer and Mrs. Ruth Darlene Morrison Palmer. He departed this life on August 4, 2024. He is survived by his family and friends.

Robert CrossBessemer


Mr. Robert Lee Cross was born June 1, 1931, to Mr. Monroe Cross and Ms. Lula Bell Allen. He departed this life on August 8, 2024. He is survived by his family and friends.

Mr. Robert Lee Cross was born June 1, 1931, to Mr. Monroe Cross and Ms. Lula Bell Allen. He departed this life on August 8, 2024. He is survived by his family and friends.

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FAQs

Is the obituary read at funeral? ›

An obituary is written to tell the story of your loved one. These will often be in the funeral program. There will even be a part of the funeral where the obituary will be silently read by everyone in attendance at the funeral. It is something you and your family should be patient with when you are writing it.

Who oversees funeral homes in Alabama? ›

Learn more about the Alabama Board of Funeral Services and it's responsibilities. Continuing education providers and courses are approved by the Board of Funeral Service for the purpose of offering continuing education hours to funeral directors, embalmers, and/or cremationists licensed in Alabama.

What is it called when a pastor speaks at a funeral? ›

The eulogy can be delivered by a clergy person, a family member or a friend of the person who died. Instead of a traditional eulogy delivered by one person, you may choose to ask several people to speak and share their memories.

What is a family hour before a funeral? ›

Wake (Family Hour).

This is the time for families and loved ones of the deceased to greet guests who are coming to extend condolences.

Can you bury a loved one in your backyard in Alabama? ›

Generally, home burials are permitted in Alabama.

Will the state of Alabama pay for cremation? ›

ALABAMA (AL)

State law decrees that individual counties are responsible for necessary burial or cremation expenses if the decedent's immediate family members cannot afford to pay the funeral costs (cremation is offered unless the deceased's religion prohibits it).

How much does it cost to be cremated in Alabama? ›

Service Costs by Type
Service TypeDescriptionAverage Cost
Direct CremationNo viewing or ceremony$1,292
Immediate BurialNo viewing or ceremony$1,975
Cremation MemorialFacility fees, viewing, & service$2,950
Full ServiceFacility fees, viewing, embalming$7,775

Who normally reads the obituary? ›

During a funeral or memorial service, it is common for someone to stand up and read the obituary to the attendees. This reading may be performed by a family member, a close friend, or a designated individual.

Who should read the obituary? ›

It will be read by family members, loved ones, friends, acquaintances and many others who are simply interested in reading about neighbors who have passed away. For most authors, the obituary will be the most read piece of writing they have ever done – or ever will do.

Who reads out at a funeral? ›

The eulogy is a deeply personal reflection of someone's life. Family or friends usually give this speech. However, clergy or the funeral celebrant may read it for the family. As this is a very emotional time, some people may not feel comfortable delivering the eulogy to the congregation.

What is the full order of service for a funeral? ›

A funeral typically follows a structure that includes pre-service arrangements, an opening segment with welcome and acknowledgments, main service components like eulogies, readings, and music, followed by closing remarks or prayers, and often concludes with post-service events like a committal service and reception.

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