Obituary

Katie Mae (Trucks) Miller

july 16, 1931 ~ january 4, 2023 (age 91)

Katie Trucks Miller, 91, of Center Point, AL passed away on January 4, 2023 in Gallatin, TN. She was a loyal and faithful employee of K-Mart, retiring after 23 years. Katie is preceded in death by her husband Robert Donald Miller, Sr. and her son Robert Donald Miller, Jr. and grandson Kevin Harbin. She is survived by her daughter Kathy Miller Harbin, Son-In-Law Donald Preston Harbin, daughter-in-law Tammy Miller, Grandchildren Rodney Harbin, Jennifer Harbin and Carrie Miller Alexander and two great grandchildren, Gretchen Bush and Madelyn Alexander.

Larry Don Shackelford

july 9, 1955 ~ january 4, 2023 (age 67)

Mr. Larry Don Shackelford, age 67, of Montevallo, AL surrounded by his loving family went home to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 4, 2023. Funeral Services will be held Friday, January 27, 2023 at 9:30am at the Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo, AL. Lunch is provided after the funeral at the Stamp’s Junction Barn. He is preceded in death by his parents, Erma Jo and Roy Shackelford; and step-father, Fred; brother, Troy Shackelford; sisters, Phylis and JoAnn; cousin, Wanda Catyln. Larry is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Libby Shackelford; sons, Roy Shackelford, Charlie Goff (Heidi), Fidencio Olivares, Juan Carlos Conde; daughters, Melissa Howton (Rick), Jessica Harvey (Jeffery), Stephanie Carter(CJ); sweet cousins, Shorty Catyln, Becky Shires, Joey Vaughter; 8 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; in-laws, Chuck Phillips (Lisa), Murray Phillips; and a host of nieces, nephews and special friends. Special thanks to Cindy Griffin Larry and Libby’s assistant for 12 years loving care. He was born in Stockton, CA on July 9, 1955, and grew up in Durant, OK. Larry served in the Navy from ’72 to ’75 on the USS Seawolf Submarine, you can read about the submarine in the book Blind Man’s Bluff. Libby and Larry started a trucking company together called Shackelford Inc logging over 1 million miles. They later left the trucking industry and started LES Best LLC electrical contracting business where he retired in August of 2021. Larry loved the farm he built with Libby named Carousel “O” Breeds where they shared many memories teaching kids and adults the love of horses. He enjoyed riding his Harley and rode it all the way to California on two trips by himself to visit family and friends. He loved anyone he met like family especially his employees. Larry’s hobbies included cooking for friends and family, going boating on Lay Lake, teaching kids gun safety and shooting, and rodeo queen interview coach. Larry never met a challenge. He had an eye for perfection. Mr Larry made an impact on many lives and will truly be missed. In lieu of flowers please make donations in memory of Larry Shackelford to the Mr Larry Farm Scholarship Fund at https://gofund. me/8df03d30

Norma Free Holsombeck

october 29, 1934 ~ january 7, 2023 (age 88)

On January 7th, 2023, Norma Ruth Holsombeck, 88, peacefully left this earth surrounded by her family. She joins her beloved husband, Billy P. Holsombeck along with many family and friends in heaven. She lived her life full of love, kindness and faith. She is survived by her daughters Terri (Jim) Caradine, and Tammy (Paul) Harbin. She was blessed with two wonderful grandchildren Blake (Kaci) Caradine and Courtney (Guy) Walker who gave her 8 beautiful great grandchildren. She loved her family and was completely devoted to them along with her church and many close friends. She will be missed greatly by all. The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville followed by a funeral at 2:00 p.m. Reverend John D. Stirewalt officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Faith Lutheran Church, 6704 Deerfoot Parkway, Clay, AL 35048

Jimmie Lou (Cox) Dixon

september 30, 1938 ~ january 7, 2023 (age 84)

Jimmie Lou Cox Dixon, 84, received the beautiful gift of complete healing when she went to her heavenly home on January 7, 2023. She faithfully served Jesus, teaching children in Sunday School and joyfully singing in the church choir for more than 50 years. Jimmie was active in civic organizations throughout the years and held many leadership positions. After devoting her young adult life to her family, she returned to the workforce as a licensed insurance agent in 1991, eventually retiring in 2016. Jimmie was the loving wife of Charles R. “Sonny” Dixon for almost 66 years. They are the proud parents of three children: Ronnie (Kathy) Dixon, Connie (1959-2021) (Ronnie) Everett, and Tammy (Kirk) Flowers. They were loving grandparents to their six granddaughters, Ronni Suzanne, Jae (David) Skinner, Lindsey (Jonathan) Buse, Jimmi (Josh) Amick, Sydney (Malcolm) Reddoch, and Brett (Jake) Cole. They were further blessed with 10 great grandchildren: Eli and Drew Buse; Michael and Dixon Roye; Asa, Jude, Titus, and Abe Skinner; and Charlie and Rhett Amick. She is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Family, friends, and others whose lives Jimmie touched are invited to Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home for visitation at 2:30 on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, and to the graveside following at 3:30. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alabama Baptist Children’s Home or Big Oak Ranch.

Betty Keith White

november 9, 1931 ~ january 5, 2023 (age 91)

BETTY KEITH WHITE 91 (11/09/1931-01/05/2023) passed away in the home of her daughter in Helena, Alabama, surrounded by her family. Betty is now in the presence of her beloved Jesus and has been reunited with the love of her life, BOBBY DALE (“Bob”) WHITE 89 (01/02/1932-04/15/2021). She was predeceased by her daughter, Sheri Charmagne W. Sturgis. Betty was happiest in her kitchen where she worked tirelessly preparing meals and baked goods for friends, family and those in need. She volunteered at BSA Hospital for many years amassing over 10,000 hours of time. She was active for many years in the Amarillo, Texas chapter of Daughters of the Nile. She also loved crocheting many keepsake items for her family and friends. Betty retired in 1986 from the Bureau of Reclamation after 32 years of service in the Accounting Department. She achieved the thrill of a lifetime when she went sky diving at age 65. Bob passed away peacefully in his home in Amarillo, Texas with loved ones at his bedside. He was a salesman for Cadillac for 52 years. He had his private pilot’s license and enjoyed flying his airplane to visit family and to special events. Bob was an active member of the Khiva Shrine Temple in Amarillo, Texas for over 50 years. He was also an active member in The Lions Club of Amarillo. Bob was also a USAF veteran of the Korean War. Betty and Bob enjoyed a great many things together throughout their 68 years of marriage, including flying on Bob’s airplane, going on numerous cruises won by Bob as a top salesman for Cadillac, a tour of Europe, trips to Hawaii, spending time at the lake, snow skiing in New Mexico and Colorado, square dancing, golfing, bowling and entertaining their many friends and family in their home. Betty and Bob leave behind and are sorely missed by their loved ones, daughter Nina (Lee) Gunnin, granddaughter Christie (Keith) Marks, grandson Kerry (Julie) Russo, and great-grandchildren Hannah Marks, Bailey Marks, Riley Marks and Cooper Russo. The family wishes to express their deep gratitude to Comfort Care/Aveanna Hospice and caregiver, Kimberly LaGrone for their love, dedication and compassion in caring for Betty. Private burial for Betty and Bob will be held at a later date. Memorials for Betty and Bob, together, may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org

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205-322-0543 John Jones

december 26, 1949 ~ january 8, 2023 (age 73)

John E. Jones, 73, beloved husband, father and Pops was called to his eternal resting place on January 8, 2023. John was born on December 26, 1949 in Gadsden, AL. He graduated from Ensley High School in 1968. John married his high school sweetheart Gloria, on August 15, 1969. He attended IBEW to learn his electrical degree and began his career as an Electrician in 1971. John enjoyed the outdoors. Some of the things he enjoyed in his younger days hunting, riding dirt bikes and water skiing. John was an avid Alabama football fan and loved the Crimson Tide. He also liked taking trips to the mountains, going to church, spending time with his family, bass fishing, cross-stitching, and was always up for a good game of canasta…but hated to lose! John is survived by his wife of 53 years, Gloria Jones; his daughter, Tania Oswalt (Shannon); his son, Timothy Jones (Heather, Alexis and Brock); three granddaughters, Brittany Wayman (Nick), Bethany Bearden (Andrew), Brooke Isbell (Chris); five great-grandchildren, Weston Wayman, Ashton Bearden, Tinley Grace Isbell, Brayden Bearden, Camden Wayman; brother, Eddie Jones (Joette); as well as several nieces and nephews, and a host of many close friends. John is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Emmiett Jones; his brother and best friend, Joseph Wayne Jones; twin sister, Janie Robinson; and sister, Pamela Moore. The family will receive friends on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at the Healing Place Church 5709 Trussville Clay Rd., Trussville, AL 35173 from 5pm- 7pm. Funeral Services will be held Friday, January 13, 2023 at 12pm at the Healing Place Church and Graveside Services will follow at Jefferson Memorial Gardens.

Edna Workman

may 2, 1929 ~ january 9, 2023 (age 93)

Edna Workman died January 9 in the soft bed of her home with loved ones close. She was born Edna Earl Walker May 2, 1929, in rural Iuka, Mississippi. After her graduation from high school, she married her high school sweetheart, Milford Smith. She now is Edna Earl Smith. They soon will be blessed with a home of their own and a lively son. But a tragic accident will take out of her life her husband and her son. Now alone in an empty home, she must rebuild her existence and her livelihood. In these days of remaking, she grew in strength and endurance and in the beauty of a vital and compassionate character. She cultivated an uprising career with South Central Bell, now AT&T. But work is not her only journey; she meets Charles T. Workman, a professor at then Virginia Polytechnic Institute, now Virginia Tech. They come to love the character wonders they see in each other, and that will likely give birth a dedicated life together. She now will be known as Edna Smith Workman and they will have a son, Charles Edward Workman, who will in time’s ordination become a professor in the World Languages Department of Samford University. This marriage made in heaven will last 58 plus years, until her death parts them. Survivors, in addition to her husband and son are his wife, Kimberly, grandson, Ethan; her brother William Walker and his wife, Debbie; and many nieces and nephews. Her life’s story is available on Amazon Books. That we might be informed and assured of the destiny of Edna’s angelic soul, with our faith and her faith, we rely upon the gospel of Mark 12:25. Graveside Services will be held Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 12:00PM at Jefferson Memorial Gardens.

Jacqueline "Jackie" Keenum

april 2, 1936 ~ january 12, 2023 (age 86)

Ms. Jacqueline “Jackie” Keenum, 86, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, January 10, 2023. Memorial Services will be held Friday, January 13, 2023 at 2:00pm. She is preceded in death by her husband, Chester Arie Keenum Jr.; parents, Rufus Jackson and Francis Vick; brothers, R.J. Vick, Houston Vick, Gordon Vick; sisters, Sherrill Bishop, and Mary Jane Sweatman. Ms. Jackie is survived by her sons, Chet Keenum (Lynne), Robin Keenum (Tammy), Brian Keenum (Julie); daughters, Debbie Skaggs (Randy), Lisa Keenum (Denell); sister, Faye Nelson (preceded, Ralph); grandchildren, Chet Keenum IV (Alicia), Clint Keenum (Krystal), Chip Keenum (Kristy), Krista Hubmer (Tom), Chris Coffey (Heather), Laura Bessom (Jeremy), Robin Keenum (Brandi), Jessica Keenum, Madison Keenum; 16 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. She attended Parkway Christian Fellowship for many years. Ms. Jackie loved to cook, have family gatherings, and was an avid Alabama Football fan. She was very stylish and sarcasm was her second language. Ms. Jackie is remembered for her beautiful smile and wonderful laugh. She was truly loved and will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers please make donations in memory of Ms. Jacqueline “Jackie” Keenum to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Alberta Wadsworth

august 3, 1955 ~ january 9, 2023 (age 67)

Mary Alberta Wadsworth, 67, received her heavenly healing on January 9th, 2023, with loved ones by her side. Alberta was born and raised in Gardendale, AL and lived there until she met and married her husband, Gary. They moved to Pinson, Alabama where they resided for the next 48 years. Alberta worked at Liberty National in the 1970’s and 80’s where she met her husband, Gary. She was a member of First Baptist Church Pinson, where she worked for many years. Throughout her years she was heavily involved in many areas of ministry for the church. She finished her career at Lakeside Baptist Church, where she retired in 2018. She is survived by her loving husband Gary Wadsworth; Son, Derrick Wadsworth (Erin); Daughter, Jennifer Neal (JR); Grandchildren, Colin Wadsworth, Noah Touchton, Brenan Touchton, Corban Neal, Mary Neal, Davis Wadsworth and Lily Neal; Sisters, Rachel Byrd (Tommy) and Regina Graham (Jeff), and countless nieces and nephews. She is proceded in death by her parents Calvin Johnson and Magdalene Johnson. A celebration of Alberta’s life will take place on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church, Pinson. Visitation will take place an hour prior to services. Burial will be at Jefferson Memorial Gardens East following the services. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to First Baptist Church Pinson in her memory.