Former Alabama Baptist pastor Jernigan dies
August 9, 2012
Chester H. Jernigan, former Alabama Baptist pastor, died July 21. He was 81. A native of Brewton, Jernigan graduated from Howard College (now Samford University),
Auburn mascot creator Neel dies at 84
August 9, 2012
Charles Philip Neel, creator of Auburn University’s mascot, Aubie, and a member of Deerfoot Baptist Church, Trussville, for 32 years died July 25. He was 84.
Waddell, Jennifer
August 9, 2012
North River Church, Tuscaloosa Tuscaloosa Baptist Association Favorite Verse: Psalm 86:11 Favorite Hymns: “God Is Our Refuge and Our Strength” and “Bless the Lord O My Soul”
Someone You Should Know — Floyd Helton
August 2, 2012
Shady Grove Baptist Church, Randolph Bibb Baptist Association Favorite Verse: Romans 12:1 Favorite Hymn: “Amazing Grace” Hobbies: Puzzles, singing Family Status: Married for 62 years to Lindy; four children,
Franklin, Bob
July 19, 2012
Robert Lee “Bob” Franklin Jr., former director of missions for Montgomery Baptist Association, died July 8. He was 78. A native of Center Point, Franklin
Blakney, George Jerrell
July 19, 2012
George Jerrell Blakney, interim pastor of Concord Baptist Church, Fayette, died June 3. He was 73. A Carrollton native, Blakney received a bachelor’s degree from
Nelson, James
July 19, 2012
James Nelson, former director of missions (DOM) for Marshall Baptist Association, died July 4. He was 88. Nelson was a World War II veteran and
Someone You Should Know — Margaret Thornton
July 19, 2012
River Road Baptist Church, Alexander City Tallapoosa Baptist Association Favorite Verse: John 3:16 Favorite Hymn: “How Great Thou Art” Hobbies: Sewing, yard work and helping the elderly Family Status: Widowed
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