News Summary
The Jefferson County Coroner/Medical Examiner’s Office in Birmingham is reaching out for help in locating family members of individuals who have recently passed away. They emphasize the importance of honoring the memory of the deceased by reconnecting them with their loved ones. Among those mentioned are Eddie Lee Davis, Cecil Dwight Watts, and Kevin Shane Vining. The coroner’s office urges the public to assist in ensuring these individuals are remembered and buried with dignity.
Seeking Connections: Jefferson County Coroner’s Office Looks for Families of the Recently Deceased
In a heartfelt appeal, the Jefferson County Coroner/Medical Examiner’s Office in Birmingham is reaching out to the community for assistance. They are looking to locate the family members of several individuals who have recently passed away, and they are asking for your help. It’s a reminder that everyone deserves to be remembered and honored by their loved ones.
A Call for Compassion
Dealing with the passing of a loved one is never easy, and finding the families of those who have passed can be just as challenging for authorities. Fortunately, the public can play a crucial role in this process. The coroner’s office is working to ensure that families are notified and given the opportunity to say their final goodbyes.
Recent Cases of Interest
Among those seeking a connection to their loved ones are:
- Eddie Lee Davis, an 84-year-old from Birmingham, who passed away on December 14. He was in the care of Birmingham Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and received support from Aveanna Hospice. Eddie had a previous address on the 2600 block of 6th Avenue North in Birmingham.
- Cecil Dwight Watts, also from Birmingham, died on December 19 at the age of 75 while living at Civic Center Health and Rehabilitation. Unfortunately, no image of Cecil is available, but he had lived in areas including Adamsville, Forestdale, Hoover, Alabaster, Birmingham, and Bessemer.
- Kevin Shane Vining, a 46-year-old from Montevallo, also left us on December 19 while under the care of Southern Care Hospice at Princeton Baptist Medical Center. Kevin had previously lived in both Montevallo and Birmingham.
If any of these names sound familiar, or you believe you might know relatives of these individuals, please reach out to the coroner’s office at 205-930-3603. Every little bit of help counts, and it can mean the world to those left behind.
A Continuing Effort
This isn’t the first time the coroner’s office has asked for public assistance. They previously sought help with the case of Matthew Lee Gilmer, a 37-year-old who was found deceased on July 26 under the Elton B. Stephens Expressway. His last known address was in the 100 block of 14th Street North, Birmingham, and he had previously lived in Center Point and Leeds.
Another case includes Lee Campbell Lewis, who passed away on August 1 at the age of 56. Originally from Longview, Texas, he had a long list of past addresses including places in Alabama like Pelham, Hoover, Alabaster, and more.
Additionally, George Alton Walker, found dead on August 2 outside Birmingham Fire Station #1, had a history of multiple addresses in Anniston. They continue to search for connections to his family as well, indicating a thorough and compassionate outreach effort.
Why Your Help Matters
Celebrating a life doesn’t happen in isolation; it requires the connections of family and friends who can share stories and memories. The coroner’s office plays an essential role in ensuring these individuals leave this world with the dignity they deserve, and being able to reach out to their families makes that process all the more meaningful.
If you have any information that could help in these situations, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Every person deserves to be cherished, even after they have left us, and your effort can truly make a difference in honoring their memory.
A Collective Responsibility
In times of loss, it’s heartwarming to see a community come together. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office is doing their part. Now it’s our turn to step in and lend a hand wherever possible, so that no one is left forgotten.
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HERE Resources
Birmingham Community Comes Together to Help Coroner Locate Families of Deceased Residents
Coroner’s Office Appeals for Assistance in Locating Families of Deceased Individuals in Jefferson County
Additional Resources
- WBRC News
- Wikipedia: Coroner
- ABC3340 News
- Google Search: Jefferson County coroner recent deaths
- CBS42 News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Coroner
- AL.com News
- Google News: Jefferson County deaths
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