Herman R. Bailey (Ray), age 82, of Hoover, Alabama passed away suddenly on December 1, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman M. Bailey and Lois Turner, and an infant brother, James W. Bailey. Ray received his B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Alabama and was a member of their Capstone Engineering Society. In 1988, ray was designated a Fellow in the American Society of Civil Engineers. he was a registered Professional Engineer in multiple states.

Ray worked for over forty years in the construction and energy industry in engineering and management positions. Upon retiring from The Southern Company, he was a consulting engineer with Departments of Transportation in several states in the design of highway structures. Ray was an avid snow skier and golfer. he won several medals in the NASTAR ski competitions. During his years of golfing, he made an incredible six hole-in-ones. He was a member of Riverchase County Club and enjoyed his annual golf reunions for over 25 years with special friends Charles Barranger, Ron Rodgers, and Priya Misra.

Ray was a member of Christ the King Anglican Church in Hoover, Alabama and maintained friendships with Dawson Baptist Church friends Larry White, Richard Childress and Vance Alexander. Ray is survived by his wife Catherine A. Heinzerling, his daughters Kathy Brown and Tammy Langston (Randy), grandchildren Josh, Carla and Miranda; great-grandchildren Granger, Shainna, Cayden, Ryder, Ernie, and Raylan; sisters-in-law Connie Heinzerling of N.Y., Gail Heinzerling of Tinos, Greece, and Joyce Heinzerling Davis (Thomas Davis) of N.Y. and Bermuda; two nephews Justin Beckert and David Heinzerling of N.Y. and Goddaughter Ava Ann Traylor.

A funeral service was held at Christ the King Anglican Church, 2250 Blue ridge Blvd., Hoover Al 35226 on Thursday, December 5, 2019 with visitation from 10:30 am to 11:45 am and funeral service at 12 noon. Private family graveside followed. In memory of Ray, the family suggests memorial contributions to Christ the King Anglican Church, or the University of Alabama Capstone Engineering Society.

Congratulations to our retiree Henry Garrett and his wife Ann who will be celebrating their 70th Wedding Anniversary December 15. Both live at St. Martin’s in the Pines in the Eastwood area and both of them are doing well.

Our Annual Holiday Luncheon is coming up soon at the Vestavia Country Club on
Tuesday, November 5, 2019.

We will have a social time to meet and talk to your fellow retirees and friends, and have a nice meal while being entertained by Frank Jones, a highly accomplished concert pianist. We also will have a business meeting, election and installation of 2020 Officers, and door prizes.

You should have received an invitation in the mail by now. Please send your reservation and payment to Dora Brandt on or before Tuesday, October 28. PRICE: $20 PER PERSON / $40 PER COUPLE

Cancellation are allowed no later than October 30, by calling Dora Brandt at
956-0502. After that date, no exceptions, except in case of family emergency.

We hope to see you there!

We were notified on October 18, 2019 that Bernard Moore, age 80, of Birmingham, Al (native of Hazard, KY) passed away on October 8, 2019. He is survived by his loving wife, Nancy, two sons, Kenneth and Kevin Moore, two daughters-in-law, Becky and Jyl, four grandchildren, and extended family of cousins and friends. He loved to travel, read books, and listen to music, especially jazz. He held a Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Science from Howard College, now Samford University.

The graveside service was held at 1:30pm, Tuesday, October 15th at Elmwood Cemetery in Birmingham. A memorial service followed at St. Stephens Episcopal Church in Cahaba Heights at 3:00pm, with a reception following at St. Stephens. The family has asked that donations to be made in lieu of flowers