Obituary

J. W. Mitchell

april 13, 1953 ~ november 2, 2022 (age 69)

On Wednesday, November 2nd, 2022, J.W. (Jay) Mitchell went home to be with the Lord. He was an avid gardener who loved to share his harvest with his neighbors and community. Jay is survived by his wife Vivian, his son Robert, his daughter Bethany, his brother Donald Mitchell, and his sister Mavis Freeman. Jay was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Mozelle Mitchell and his brothers Buford, Hubert, Harrel, and Ronald. Rather than a funeral or memorial service, the family will gather to celebrate his life in a private ceremony to honor his wishes. He is loved and missed by all who knew him.

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John Raymond Morrison, Jr

june 4, 1942 ~ november 3, 2022 (age 80)

John Morrison, Jr., 80, of Pinson, Alabama, passed on November 03, 2022. John was born on June 04, 1942. John was a loving and devoted husband and father. He served in the United States Air Force from 1965 to 1971 and retired from Bellsouth after 33 years of service. John was preceded in death by his father, John Morrison, Sr., mother, Maxine Morrison, and brother, Gary Morrison. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Barbie Morrison, daughters, Tracy Nufer (Rich), Jennifer Walker (Brad), granddaughter Jordan Walker, sister-in-law Carol Morrison, nephew Kevin Morrison. A funeral service for John will be held Sunday, Nov. 6th at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home Chapel at 2:00 p.m. with visitation held one hour prior. Pastor David Awtrey is officiating.

Charlotte Ann Howell

november 21, 1951 ~ november 15, 2022 (age 70)

Charlotte Howell, 70, passed away on November 15, 2022, in Birmingham, AL. Charlotte is survived by her son Stephen Howell (DeAnn) of Anniston, Alabama, Sarah Howell - granddaughter, Garrett Howell - grandson. Charlotte is preceded in death by her father, Charles Smith, mother, Elsie Little, step father, Michael Little, sister, Linda Vreeland and Martha Smith. The service for Ms. Charlotte Howell will be held on Friday, Nov. 18, 2022, at 2:00 PM at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home and Gardens. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. Burial Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home and Gardens, Birmingham, Alabama. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made in Charlotte Howell’s name to the American Diabetes Association.

Doris T. Woods

august 15, 1928 ~ november 16, 2022 (age 94)

Doris was born in Birmingham and lived a full life of kids, hobbies and activities. She loved bridge, bunco and trips to the beach, including the “Goof Off”, with lifetime friends from St. Barnabas and East Side Swim Club. Doris was the biscuit side of Sunday morning breakfast with her family, making gravy and biscuits with Nardy most every week. Christmas would not be complete without the tradition of making Italian Christmas cookies each year with family. Her six kids all graduated from college, which she shared as her proudest moment and greatest achievement. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Bernard Woods, Sr. (Nardy), and survived by children, Andy (Kathy), Larry (Sherl), Steve (Deb), Diane, Trudy (Bill), and Scott; loving Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren. Visitation for Mrs. Woods will be on Monday, November 21, 2022 from 1-2pm at Jefferson Memorial Gardens, 1591 Gadsden Hwy, Bham., AL 35235. The funeral service will start at 2pm and the burial to follow. If you prefer to make a donation in lieu of flowers, please send to St. Barnabas Church or The Salvation Army.

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What is Alzheimer’s and how do I care for someone with it?

November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Alzheimer’s Disease is a degenerative neurological condition that mostly affects elderly patients and is described as being a consistent loss of memory, motor skills and neurological function in an individual. Alzheimer’s is often times a terminal diagnosis but one that can take years to run its course. That often means that long-term care solutions must be discussed early on once a diagnosis is made by a medical professional. These long-term solutions can be emotional and difficult to make. With that in mind, here are a few ways you can assist those dealing with Alzheimer’s and those who are caring for them. When friends and family come to visit either at home or in a care facility, encourage photos to be taken. Oftentimes, Alzheimer’s patients have difficulty remembering even close family but photographs are an excellent way to help attach names to faces. Maintain a regular schedule for visits to those in care facilities or in nursing homes. Regular visits can help maintain the memory of those who are facing memory loss. You may consider joining a support group or seeing a therapist to help you cope with the emotions that go alongside the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s in a loved one. It is important to express those feelings and thoughts with a professional trained in helping you with the skills and coping mechanisms needed to carry on. Alzheimer’s Disease is a difficult diagnosis for a loved one to receive but know that there are support groups, resources and professionals that are trained to help you and your loved one get through this. A great start is right here at Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org, and Alzheimer’s Foundation at www.alzfdn.org.

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