Carl Duncan
Carl Duncan, 80, went to heaven on July 12, 2025, at home in Moundville. He was the beloved husband of Brenda Moore Duncan of 59 years, devoted father to Tanya Hicks (Phillip), Wayne Duncan (Christy) and Allen Duncan (Jamie), grandfather to Hunter Waggoner, Austin Dunca, Amberlee Shows, Jacob Duncan and Victoria Ryan. He loved his 3 great grandbabies, Karson Duncan, Emory Duncan and Caleb Shows. His niece, Rhonda Baker, who is a big help to the family and special friend, Mike Yeager. Carl has a host of family and friends and will be missed by all that knew him. Born January 21, 1945 in Hale County, he dedicated his life to State of Alabama Highway Dept. until retirement in 1988. Farming with cows, chickens, dogs and cats and providing for his family was his pride and joy, even after losing his sight. He was preceded in death by his parents, Allen Dewey Duncan and Eva Lee Duncan; brothers, Alton Duncan and Marvin Duncan; sisters, Alese Shepherd, Thelma Emory, and Ola Mae Johnson. His service will be held at 11 am Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at Memory Chapel Funeral Home with Bro. Tim Fields officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Moundville, Alabama. Visitation was Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Memory Chapel Funeral Home.
Dennis Ray Perkins
Dennis Ray Perkins, 70, of Woodstock went to his eternal home on July 8, 2025 at St. Vincent’s East, Birmingham. Ray was born in Demopolis on March 1, 1955, to J.D. (Buddy) and Lillie Nichols Perkins. He was a 1973 graduate of Francis Marion High School and a 1981 graduate of the Alabama Criminal Justice Training Center. He was a radio dispatcher (PCO), first with the Marion Police Department and then with the Alabama Department of Public Safety. In 1997 Ray married Kathy, a fellow dispatcher and the love of his life. They had 24 wonderful years together before she passed away. Ray had many interests and talents. On any given day he might be a knife-maker, leather-worker, gunsmith, or stencil-cutter. He was a fan of NASCAR, Alabama football, and black coffee. He enjoyed traveling, reading, photography, and was classic rock music fanatic. He was a firearm enthusiast and a respected member of the gun-trading community. Ray was known for being friendly, down-to-earth, and easy to talk to. He had a willingness to help whoever and whenever he could. His warmth, good humor, and easygoing manner is what will be missed most by his friends and family. Preceding him in death were his parents, wife Kathy Needham Perkins, brother William Kenneth Perkins, Sr., and an infant sister, Julia Perkins. Ray leaves to cherish his memory a brother, Donald Perkins of Greensboro; niece, Elizabeth (Brad) Brady of Marion; nephew, William (Virginia) Perkins of Selma, and a stepson Chris (Lori) Brakefield of McCalla, AL. The family will be having a private memorial. Donations may be made in Ray’s memory to either: Mt. Carmel Cemetery Fund, 56 Pine Thicket Rd., Marion, AL 36756 or Phillips Chapel Cemetery Fund, 435 Chapel Rd., Sumiton, AL 35148.
George H. Massey
George H. Massey, 94, passed away peacefully on Tuesday May 6, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla. He is survived by: his children Beth Massey, David Massey, Suzanne Massey Garrett; sisters Patricia Lord, Ada Zott Quierolo: brothers Anthony Quierolo, Angelo Quierolo. He was preceded in death by: his loving wife Peggy Massey; devoted parents Sofia Elizabeth (Nannie) Massey nee Waltjen (mother) and Vard Massey (father); brother Bob Massey; sister Anna Mello. George loved to laugh and tell stories. He had a sharp and curious mind up to the end. Even as his body was failing him, he was still joking with the nurses and talking with his children. Born in Stockton, Calif., George left home at 15 to work at a dairy farm and joined the US Air Force at 18. He traveled across the world and found Christ in Japan at age 19. He met his wife, Peggy Abrell, in Biloxi Miss., at an Air Force social event. They dated for about a year before marrying in 1952. After serving his country in the Air Force, George went back to college, finished with a degree in Christian Studies and subsequently went to work for Western Baptist Bible College as their registrar. He loved giving back to the college where he met some of his best friends and throughout his life stayed in touch with staff and friends. George lived in Tuscaloosa , until 2021 when he moved to and lived in Jacksonville, Fla., until his passing in May 2025. George loved Jesus and loved to study the Bible and to teach. He had many favorite verses, and his favorite to recite is this prayer of Jabez:1 Chronicles 4:10 Jabez prayed, ‘… “Oh, that you would bless me and expand my territory! Please be with me in all that I do, and keep me from all trouble and pain!” And God granted him his request.’ We miss you already George (Dad) and look forward to seeing you in Heaven. A graveside celebration of life will be held at Oakhill Cemetary, Moundville, on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at 10 a.m. Thoughts and prayers in lieu of flowers are appreciated.
Minnie E. McCaa
It is with deepest sorrow that Lavender’s Funeral Service announces the passing of Mrs. Minnie E. McCaa, 85, of Aliceville on Tuesday, July 3, 2025, at her residence. Visitation was Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Lavender’s Funeral Service. The home going service was Sunday, July 13, 2025, 1 p.m. at Emory Chapel C. M. E. Church, Aliceville. The body lay in state in the church one hour prior to the service. Internment followed the service in Magnolia Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Aliceville. Rev. Daniel McKinstry, pastor of Emory Chapel C. M. E. Church, wasthe eulogist. Lavender’s Funeral Service, Aliceville, 205-373-2420, LavendersFuneralService.com, directing. Survivors are the McCaa family.
Darnell Moore
Agnew Funeral Home announce with deepest sympathy the passing of Mr. Darnell Moore on June 27, 2025. Darnell Moore was born on May 11, 1960, in Greensboro, to Mr. Arthur Bert Lomax and Ms. Essie Bell Moore. He accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful member of Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by: his father Arthur Lomax; stepfather David Moore; mother Essie Moore; brothers Lorenzo Moore, Carl Moore, Darryl Moore. Darnell leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife, Dr. Mariel Moore of Montgomery; daughters, Laterica Glover of Montgomery, Jasmine and Kenneth Caffee of Clanton, Melissa (Nahshon Wiley) Dees; sons Darnell Brown of Clanton, Michael and Shatarius Moore of Montgomery; two sisters-in-law Iris Moore of Selma, Darlene Moore of Detroit, Mich.; two special sisters Queen Perry, Wendolyn Morgan; seven beloved grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Viewing was Friday, July 11, 2025, at Agnew Funeral Home. Funeral services were Saturday, July 12, 2025, 11 a.m. at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Rev. Calvin Johnson, pastor. Burial was in the church cemetery.
Shaquan “Shay” Thomas Nixion
Agnew Funeral Home announce with deepest sympathy the passing of Ms. Shaquan “Shay” Thomas Nixion on Thursday, June 26, 2025. Shaquan (Shay) Nixon was born on January 17, 1992, to Belinda Lee and Burdie Sanders. She entered eternal rest on June 26, 2025, at the DCH Regional Medical Center, Tuscaloosa. She attended Greensboro East High School and later obtained her GED. Her warmth, kindness and gentle spirit will be missed. She was a member of the Bible Way True Holiness Church, Greensboro, under the leadership of Pastor Annie B. Lee. She was preceded in death by: grandmother Molly Thomas; grandfather Richard (TJ) Rhodes; uncle Morris Thomas; aunt Nancy Anderson. Shay leaves to cherish her precious memories: her mother Belinda (Ricky) Lee; her father Burdie (Mary) Sanders; sister Shalena Sanders; brother Patrick Sanders; grandmothers Leaner Mae Sanders, Annie B. Lee; grandfather Will Henry Lee; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Viewing was Friday, July 11, 2025, at Agnew Funeral Home. Funeral service was Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 11 a.m. New Jerusalem Baptist Church, Greensboro. Rev. J. L. Anderson, pastor. Pastor Annie B. Lee, officiatted, Bible Way True Holiness, Greensboro. Sis. Marilyn P. Pickens, Mistress of Order. Burial was in Taylor/ Winn Cemetery Sawyerville, with repast at Waller Community Center, Sawyerville.