All Obituaries

Mrs. Willie Jean Cochran of Ashford went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the age of 95. Funeral services will be held at 2 P.M. Friday, April 17, 2026, at Ward Wilson Funeral Home with Reverend Gary Stringfellow officiating. Burial will follow in Ashford City Cemetery with Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1 to 2 P.M. Friday, one hour prior to the service. A complete list of survivors will be ...

Mrs. Willie Jean Cochran of Ashford went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the age of 95. Funeral services will be held at 2 P.M. Friday, April 17, 2026, at Ward ...

Jeannine McDonald Jones Dothan

April 3, 2026. As dusk fell on the rainy Good Friday, a beautiful double rainbow appeared against the dark skies over Avis Jeannine McDonald Jones’ home, and within the hour she died peacefully. Jeannine was born in Russellville, Ark., on Oct. 19, 1931. She was for 53 years the beloved wife of Dr. Samuel H Jones, Jr., the love of her life and her very best friend. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and a loyal and trusted friend to those who ...

April 3, 2026. As dusk fell on the rainy Good Friday, a beautiful double rainbow appeared against the dark skies over Avis Jeannine McDonald Jones’ home, and within the hour she died ...

Dan Coleman

Dan C. Coleman, who was born on September 27, 1957, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 2 P.M. Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Ward Wilson Funeral Home with Pastor Tim Bristow officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Hill Cemetery with Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 12 to 2 P.M. Tuesday, prior to the service. He lived a life marked by love, generosity, and kindness. He was known by ...

Dan C. Coleman, who was born on September 27, 1957, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 2 P.M. Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Ward Wilson Funeral ...

Stephen Godby

Stephen D. Godby, born June 21, 1957, in Indiana, passed away on March 31, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama. He lived a life marked by devotion to his family, loyalty to his friends, and a deep appreciation for the simple pleasures that brought him joy. Funeral services will be held at 10 A.M. Friday, April 3, 2026, at Ward Wilson Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5 to 7 P.M. Thursday, April 2, 2026. Stephen was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and ...

Stephen D. Godby, born June 21, 1957, in Indiana, passed away on March 31, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama. He lived a life marked by devotion to his family, loyalty to his friends, and a deep ...

Larry Johnson, Sr. Taylor

Larry Johnson, Sr., age 84, passed away on March 31, 2026, leaving behind more than a few good stories that probably got better with each telling. Born on August 21, 1941, Larry lived a life of hard work, adventure, and deep love for his family. He was handy, resourceful, and could fix just about anything, sometimes in ways only he understood. He was always ready to help, whether you asked or not, and his steady presence, along with occasional unsolicited advice, meant a lot to those around ...

Larry Johnson, Sr., age 84, passed away on March 31, 2026, leaving behind more than a few good stories that probably got better with each telling. Born on August 21, 1941, Larry lived a life of ...

Ethel Armstrong Dothan

Ethel Mae Armstrong, affectionately known as Mae, passed away on March 28, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 71. Born on October 22, 1954, in Salem, New Jersey, Mae carried with her throughout life the values of love, devotion, and quiet strength. She was the daughter of the late Troy Carr and Elizabeth Adkinson Carr. In 1989, she made Dothan her home, where she built a life centered on family, friendship, and the simple joys that gave her days meaning. Mae was a woman whose family ...

Ethel Mae Armstrong, affectionately known as Mae, passed away on March 28, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 71. Born on October 22, 1954, in Salem, New Jersey, Mae carried with her ...

Mary Worley Dothan

Mary Elizabeth Worley, passed away on March 25, 2026, at the age of 60. Born on April 20, 1965, in Dothan, Beth was the daughter of the late Milton Enfinger and Mary Ann Thomley. After graduating from Dothan High School, Beth worked for many years at Sony Manufacturing then decided to further her education at Wallace Community College, where she earned a degree in respiratory and sleep therapy. Beth loved to travel and she embraced every opportunity to explore new places. She was also an ...

Mary Elizabeth Worley, passed away on March 25, 2026, at the age of 60. Born on April 20, 1965, in Dothan, Beth was the daughter of the late Milton Enfinger and Mary Ann Thomley. After graduating ...

Jerry Hughes

Jerry Lamar Hughes, age 79, of Dothan, Alabama, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026. Jerry was born on January 25, 1947. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jonnie Doyal Hughes and Mary Evelyn Clark Hughes. Jerry lived a full and hardworking life. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and was an honored Vietnam, veteran. He then spent many years as a long-haul truck driver. He was also a well known horse trainer and had a deep passion for carpentry, ...

Jerry Lamar Hughes, age 79, of Dothan, Alabama, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026. Jerry was born on January 25, 1947. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jonnie Doyal Hughes and Mary ...

Earnest Cole

Mr. Earnest Ryals Cole of Dothan passed away Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Southeast Health.. He was 81. Friends are invited to join the family at Bay Springs Baptist Church Cemetery on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 4 P.M. to celebrate the life of Mr. Earnest. Pastor Don Clark will lead the Graveside Service. Earnest was born January 4, 1945, to the late Earnest and Ruby Marl Cole. He worked for over 43 years at Smith-Stevenson IGA. Earnest was married to his wife. Jewel Ann for 56 years. Along ...

Mr. Earnest Ryals Cole of Dothan passed away Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Southeast Health.. He was 81. Friends are invited to join the family at Bay Springs Baptist Church Cemetery on Monday, ...

Wykle Williams, Jr.

Wykle Dewitt Williams, Jr. of Dothan passed away peacefully at his residence, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, March 19, at the age of 82, leaving behind a legacy of service, leadership, and compassion. Wykle was born April 13, 1943, in Dothan, Alabama to the late Wykle D. Williams, Sr., and Justyne Gullage Mitchell. In 1961 he graduated from Central High School in Phenix City, Alabama. Wykle attended Wallace College and Auburn University, earning a degree in business. Additionally, ...