The Trussville Tribune
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O b i t u a ry
Neil Gordon Norman june
July 6 - 12, 2022
Gloria Dean (Seymour) Waldrop
24, 2022
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Neil Norman, Sr., a man of faith and believer in Jesus, passed away at home on June 24, 2022. He will be lovingly remembered by his children: son Neil “Sonny” (Jeanette); daughter Dayna, who preceded him in death; daughter Tabitha (Tim). His beloved grandchildren: Max (Whitney), Amanda (Sam), Levi, Ben, Michael (Briee), Amanda (Jeremy), Jesse and Brandon. And the apples of his eyes, his precious great-grandchildren: Grasyn, Jewel, and Jacob. He also leaves behind many treasured sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. Naturally athletic, Neil was a proud 1953 graduate of Montgomery County High School where he played baseball, basketball, and football for the mighty Golden Eagles. Not only was he an athlete, but he loved coaching and was a huge sports fan. At age 87, he could still recite his own stats and play-by-plays of many games. Neil was a true Patriot and Veteran of the United States Air Force where he received the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. He was an extremely loyal and honorable man. After the service, Neil attended Auburn University, and later transferred to Alabama College Montevallo. He loved to help people and chose a medical career as an EMT/Paramedic. Not only did he deliver a few babies, but he also saved lives. Neil was a faithful member of Connection Church, which he joined shortly after moving to Georgia in 2017. Everyone at church called him Gramps, and he was a blessing and friend to all, sharing laughter and smiles.
16, 1929 ~ june 28, 2022 (age 92)
Gloria Dean Semour Waldrop, age 92, of Trussville, AL passed away on June 28, 2022. Gloria was born to Charles and Melba Seymour on September 16, 1929. Gloria was a saintly woman, who provided many meals, teas, and showers for so many others. Her love and devotion to her family was her life. Always ready to help in any way she could and glad she could do it. She was a beautiful mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother!! She served as chairperson of Hueytown Garden Club for many years, an active member in Women’s Home Missions, and always a faithful worker in her church and work. She was an Interior Design Decorator for almost 20 years. Gloria was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Waldrop, her granddaughter, Deana Hemphill and son-in-law, Neal Hemphill; her parents, and sister, Una Rae Chafin, and brother-in-law, Marion Chafin. She is survived by her daughter, Glynda Bailey (Jerry); granddaughter, Ashley Trammell (Adam); great grandchildren, Taylor Johnson (Hunter), Bailey Sisk (Trevor), Brady Trammell, Jordyn Trammell, Camdyn Trammell; great-great grandchildren, Paislea Johnson, and Tanner Johnson; her sister, Mona Ayers (Jimmy). She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Saturday, July 2, 2022 at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home in Trussville from 9:00 a.m. until time of the service at 10:00 a.m. A committal service will immediately follow the chapel service at Jefferson Memorial’s adjoining gardens. Pastor Buddy Champion of First Baptist Church of Trussville will preside over the service. The family would like to express a special thank you to Bridget Gregory-Bradley, Jessica Brown, and Tavia Webb for their love and great care of Gloria for the last six weeks she was at home. “They helped me get through all the difficult times.” Pallbearers will be Hunter Johnson, Trevor Sisk, Neal Ayers, Dennis Vaughn, Chuck Chafin and David Easley.
Neil was truly legendary. He was smart and funny. He never met a stranger, and if you were up to talk sports, you became a friend for life. He loved the Lord, his family, his church family, friends, and his community. He leaves a legacy of faith, valor, and love of family.
Shelba Jean Tatum
One of his favorite Bible verses was, “Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. He who does not love does not know God, for God is love.” I John 4:7-8
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Kimberly Lynn Davis august
1, 1937 ~ june 26, 2022 (age 84)
Shelba Jean Tatum, age 84, of Springville, Alabama passed away at home on Sunday, June 26, 2022. She was a loving, caring and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Shelba was born on September 1, 1937, in Tishomingo County, Mississippi to the late L.J. and Flora Abel.
22, 1985 ~ june 28, 2022 (36)
Shelba was preceded in death by her parents, her younger sisters Velma Hodge and Kathleen Harris, her mother-in-law Faye Tatum Tidwell, brother-in-law Bobby Burleson, brother-in-law Jimmy Tatum, and sister-in-law Mary Ellen Tatum.
Kimberly Lynn Davis, 36, of Trussville, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, June 28, 2022.
Shelba is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 57-1/2 years, Luther Thomas Tatum, Jr.; sons, Larry Tatum (Leslie), Kelly Tatum (Angela); grandchildren Tanner Tatum (Taylor), Noah Tatum, Lindsey Tatum, Lana Tatum; brotherin-law Fred Harris, sister-in-law Joy Burleson and numerous nieces and nephews.
Kimberly was born on August 22, 1985, in Birmingham, to Phil and René Davis. As a child, she lived in Birmingham before moving to Trussville in 1999. She was a 2006 Clay-Chalkville High School graduate and went to the United Cerebral Palsy Adult Program, LincPoint, for several years. Kimberly was a beautiful, loving, and silly girl. Her smile and belly laughs would make the whole room giggle. She could say more with her eyes than most people can with words. When Kimberly was three, she was diagnosed with Rett syndrome. It affected every aspect of her life, but she was such a fighter and loved her family and friends so very much.
After graduating from Woodlawn High School in 1956, Shelba worked for Southern Coach parts from 1956-1968. She later met Luther Thomas Tatum, the love of her life in 1960 and they got married on December 11, 1964. Shelba also worked for Durr-Fillauer Medical and later for Alabama Orthopedic Spine where she retired in 2005 after 16 years of service.
Kimberly is preceded in death by her brother, Joshua Davis; grandparents, Reverend Joe & Gertrude Davis of Pinson, and J.T. (Jake) Self of Gardendale.
Shelba was a member of Deerfoot Church of Christ. She was such a faithful Christian lady who loved God and her church family. Shelba was also known as “Minnie” to her grandchildren whom she loved and adored.
She is survived by her parents, Phil & René Davis of Trussville; grandmother, Genell Dodd of Trussville; brother and sister-in-law, Matthew & Cynthia Davis of Clinton, North Carolina; sister and brother-in-law, Nicole & Dewayne Jenkins of Trussville; nieces and nephews: Allie & Amelia Jenkins of Trussville, and Charlotte, Kaden, & Mason Davis of Clinton, North Carolina; special friend, Carlina Burkett of Springville; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
The family would like to thank the nursing staff with Lakeside Hospice for their care and compassion during Shelba’s illness and would also like to thank Dr. Allen Yeilding and all his staff for their compassionate care and treatment.
The family would like to thank several people for their wonderful care over the years: Dr. David Glasgow, Dr. Alan Percy, Mrs. Jane Lane, RN, BSN, Suzanne Geerts, B.S, M.S., R.D, and the wonderful staff of Benjamin Russell Children’s Hospital and UAB Hospital.
Visitation will be held at Jefferson Memorial Funeral and Gardens in Trussville on Thursday, June 30, 2022 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. with funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m in the Chapel.
Susie Pierce Steele-Mahaffey march
11, 1928 ~ june 23, 2022 (age 94)
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Kimberly’s name to either the Suki Foundation for Rett Syndrome at www.sukifoundation.org or the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, 4600 Devitt Drive Cincinnati, OH 45246 or www.rettsyndrome.org.
Susie (Sue) Steele-Mahaffey, 94 , was born on March 11, 1928 in Louisville, Kentucky to William Pierce and Pearl Pierce.
Funeral arrangements are being directed by Deerfoot Memorial Funeral Home of Trussville. The visitation will be Saturday, July 2, 2022, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Northpark Baptist Church in Trussville. The funeral will start at 1:00 p.m. Immediately following the service, the interment will be at Liberty-Minter Cemetery in Morris.
Sue was retired from VA Medical Center, Birmingham where she worked from 1953 to 1985. She also worked at University of Al at Birmingham from 19851995.
Kimberly will be missed so much by her family, friends, and loved ones. She was so very special! When you think of her, remember her beautiful smile. Please visit Kimberly’s website for more information on Rett syndrome and leave a special memory on her guest book. www.rett-syndrome.net
Sue was a member of Huffman United Methodist Church since 1952. She was a member of the following lineage societies: Daughters of American Revolution, Colonial Dames 17th Century, Magna Charta Dames, National Society of Washington Family Descendants, Daughters of the Society of Cincinnati and the Huguenot Society. Sue was an active member in the Birmingham Historical Society and the Alabama Genealogical Society. Sue is survived by her 2 sons, George L. Steele, Jr. (Connie) and Michael S. Steele (Jeanie). Five grandsons include Christopher Steele, Jonathon Steele (Wendy), Randall Steele (Leanne), and Joseph Steele (Joann). One granddaughter Angela Steele (Charles). Great-Grandchildren include Matthew Steele (Crystal), Mason Steele, Madison Steele, Collin Wagnor , Baylor Wagnor ( Karen). Tyler Steele, M.J. Steele, William Steele, Benjamin Steele, Julian Harris and Elliot Edge. 2 Great- Great Grandchildren include Jaxson Steele and Amara Wagnor. She was predeceased by her first husband, George L. Steele, Sr., her second husband, Edward Mahaffey, and grandson, Jason Allen Steele..
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Funeral service will be at Jefferson Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, Trussville, Al. on Tuesday, June 28th, 2022 with Visitation at 11am and service at 12noon in the chapel. Burial will follow at Forest Crest Cemet3ry on Hwy 78 East. The family wishes to give a special thank you to Susan Tubbs, Sandy Franklin, Trish Clements and Millie Whitsell for all the wonderful care she received.
Bert Richard “Hop” Hays, Sr. april
17, 1944 ~ june 30, 2022 (78)
Bert Richard “Hop” Hays, Sr., 78 years old, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle and friend went to be with his Heavenly Father on June 30, 2022. Hop was born to Bert Roseman Hays (WWII veteran) and Kathryn Hopper Hays in Birmingham, AL on April 17, 1944. He graduated from Phillips High School in 1962 and attended the University of Alabama. He was employed by Alabama Power until 1981 when he started his successful business, Hop’s Service Co. After the death of his wife, Jerry Park Hays in 1981, Hop and Margaret met and were married in Feb 1982. He became fascinated with HAM radio at a very young age and followed this passion/hobby through-out his life, enjoying numerous friendships that shared the same. Some of his valuable contributions to HAM radio were helping create the H&H Repeater Association and assisting in many emergency disaster situations through the Red Cross. He loved studying the history behind wars, particularly the World Wars and the Civil War. He enjoyed participating in Civil War reenactments. He was a Shriner and enjoyed participating in events at Zamora Temple. Hop and Margaret loved traveling the United States and Europe. Their trip to Ireland took them to one of their favorite European destinations. They truly loved camping in their fifth wheel camper at numerous camp sites across the Southeast. Hop never met a stranger and loved his family and friends as they all loved him. His family meant more to him than anything else and he was proud of them and their accomplishments. Hop is survived by his wife, Margaret Nadine; his children, Kathryn Michelle Hays, Bert Richard Hays, Jr. (Laura), Michele Rhea Hood (John); grandchildren, Laura Parker (Riley), Richard Campbell, Julianna, Chase, and Zachary Hays and great grandson, Charlie Campbell. There will be a graveside service at Boggan Cemetery in Amory, Mississippi on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at 11:00. A Celebration of Life will take place at NorthPark Baptist Church in Trussville on Friday, July 8, 2022. The family will receive friends from 2:00-4:00 and the service will begin at 4:00. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to your favorite charity or organization in his name.
