Curtis Norris

Curtis William Norris, born on December 1, 1952, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, passed away on May 21, 2024, at the age of 71 in Golf Shores, Alabama. Curtis was a devoted family man who enjoyed following Alabama football, excelling in trivia, being kind to animals, and loving his dogs. He was a pharmacist who found joy in assisting customers, treating his pharmacy colleagues like family, and mentoring aspiring pharmacists.

He graduated from Tuscaloosa High School, he served in the Army National Guard for 5 years and later graduated from Samford University School of Pharmacy. As a pharmacist, Curtis was a respected mentor to numerous individuals in the field.

In his free time, Curtis enjoyed collecting coins, exploring computers, delving into history, and continuously expanding his knowledge. He was a man of many interests.

Curtis William Norris is survived by his wife, Dianne Walters Norris, his children Christopher William Norris (Shannon) and Ashley Brooke Norris Findley (Gage), his sister Mary Norris Johns, and his four grandchildren, Chad Jacob Norris, Olivia Marie Norris, Addilyn Brooke Findley, and Grayson Bennett Findley, as well as nieces and nephews and a host of cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nathaniel W. Norris and Annie Gay Fair Norris.

A funeral service to honor Curtis's life will be held May 24, 2024 at 10:00 am at Jefferson Memorial located at 1591 Gadsden Highway, Trussville, Alabama. Visitation with friends and family will be held at the same location from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on May 23, 2024. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to ASPCA in memory of Curtis Norris. The family would like to thank the staff of The Brennity at Daphne for their kindness and care over the last several years.

Francine, “Fran” Warbington Canterberry, 71, of Lakeview, passed away, on Monday May 1, 2024. She is the daughter of the (late) M.B. Warbington and Frances Lewis Warbington. She was born and raised in Tuscaloosa, AL. Fran attended Tuscaloosa High School (which later became Central High School) before embarking on her journeys to places near and far. She was married to William Glenn Canterberry on May 30th, 1975. In the 28 years they were married they had three children. Heather Ashley Canterberry-Sanders (Steve), Mandy Alise Canterberry-Hester (Clinton), and William Austin Canterberry (Meridith); and four grandchildren Aviana Sanders, Theryn Hester, Penny Canterberry and Samuel “Sammy” Canterberry. A memorial service will be held at the Cremation Center of Birmingham (1013 Shady Oaks Dr. Woodstock, AL 35188) beginning at 1PM on 19 May 2024.

Fran’s family would like to express heartfelt thanks to Hospice of West Alabama for their professional and caring staff.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that loved ones spend time doing something special with their family. 

Janice Ruth McCollum, age 70, passed away on April 30, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of faith, joy, and love that will forever echo in the hearts of those who knew her. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 03, 2024, at 1:00pm from Canterbury Episcopal Church with Reverend Marc Burnette officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the funeral service, at the Church. Ms. McCollum will be laid to rest at Tuscaloosa Memorial Park.

She cherished every moment spent with family and friends, filling their lives with warmth, laughter, and endless memories. Her love for Jesus was evident in every aspect of her being, guiding her through the highs and lows of life with unwavering strength and compassion. She found solace in her faith and shared it generously with everyone she encountered, always extending a hand of kindness and understanding.

Janice was preceded in death by her parents, James and Mary McCollum; brothers, Lowell McCollum and Joe McCollum and niece, Meg Lightsey. She is survived by her sister, Joyce Snowden (Jim); sisters-in-law Peggy McCollum, Charlene Davidson (Mike); nephew, Carey Snowden; nieces, Cammie Schrimsher (Chris), Christen Ballard (Kevin), great nieces, great nephew and countless friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Canterbury Chapel Episcopal Church and Student Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The family wishes to thank ExpectCare Hospice and Aspire at Cahaba River for the care they provided to Janice prior to her passing.