All Obituaries

Shelby Jean Hatcher Smith, a beacon of love and generosity, passed away on April 17, 2024, after an extended illness. Born on October 25, 1939, in Dothan, Alabama, Shelby's warm spirit and selfless nature touched all who knew her. She departed this life in the comfort of her home in Rehobeth, Alabama, surrounded by the love of her family. Funeral Services will be held at 2 P.M. Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Ward Wilson Funeral Home with Pastor Jayson Kirk officiating. Burial will follow...

Shelby Jean Hatcher Smith, a beacon of love and generosity, passed away on April 17, 2024, after an extended illness. Born on October 25, 1939, in Dothan, Alabama, Shelby's warm spirit and...

Eddy Barber Dothan

Eddy Bruce Barber, 85, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on April 17, 2024. He is of the Baptist Faith. Born November 20, 1938 in Seminole County, Georgia to the Late William Pryor and Faye Kirkland Barber. Funeral services will be held at 11 A.M. Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Ward Wilson Funeral Home with Brother Bruce Barber, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Friendship Cemetery in Donalsonville, GA at 3PM (EST) with Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing. The...

Eddy Bruce Barber, 85, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on April 17, 2024. He is of the Baptist Faith. Born November 20, 1938 in Seminole County, Georgia to the Late...

Todd Jacobs

Mr. Todd Monroe Jacobs of Headland passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at the age of 57. Complete arrangements and a list of survivors will be announced later by Ward Wilson Funeral Home.

Lemuel Murphy Dothan

Lemuel Hullen Murphy, a man of loving spirit and adventurous heart, passed away on April 14, 2024, after an extended illness at Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley, Florida. Born on October 9, 1955, in Pleasanton, California, Lemuel's journey through life was marked by his fearless nature and the joy he found in the simple pleasures of the outdoors. Lemuel was a cherished member of the Gateway Baptist Church of Headland, where his faith was as steadfast as his love for...

Lemuel Hullen Murphy, a man of loving spirit and adventurous heart, passed away on April 14, 2024, after an extended illness at Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley, Florida. Born on...

William "Billy Joe" McBride Newton

“Gentlemen, start your engines!” William Joseph (Billy Joe) McBride, finished his race on this earth on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the age of 68. He was a son, brother, father, uncle, cousin and Papa Joe to those who loved him. Billy Joe lived his life passionate about his Jesus, his family, the Crimson Tide, and Dale and Junior. He was a 1973 graduate of Dothan High School and attended Georgia Military Academy. Billy Joe also achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. He is preceded...

“Gentlemen, start your engines!” William Joseph (Billy Joe) McBride, finished his race on this earth on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the age of 68. He was a son, brother, father,...

Betty Skipper Martin

Betty Faye Skipper Martin, a lifelong resident of Dothan, passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter, Sonia, surrounded by family on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at the age of 90. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 PM Friday, April 19, 2024, at Ward Wilson Funeral Home with Reverend Bob Sanders and Reverend Tim Willis officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Hill Cemetery with Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, April...

Betty Faye Skipper Martin, a lifelong resident of Dothan, passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter, Sonia, surrounded by family on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at the age of 90. Funeral...

Rhonda Clark Dothan

Rhonda Gayle Clark, passed away April 11, 2024, in Dothan, Alabama. Born on January 29, 1956, in Chattahoochee, Florida, Rhonda's life was a testament to the power of love, generosity, and selflessness. Rhonda's early years in Chattahoochee were filled with the warmth of a close-knit family. She was the cherished daughter of the late Hilton Cook and Pheobia Cook, and the sister to Kenny and Keith Cook, who preceded her in death. Throughout her life, Rhonda's capacity to care...

Rhonda Gayle Clark, passed away April 11, 2024, in Dothan, Alabama. Born on January 29, 1956, in Chattahoochee, Florida, Rhonda's life was a testament to the power of love, generosity, and...

Sharon Fuller Avon

Ms. Sharon Elizabeth Fuller, age 76, of Avon, passed away unexpectedly April 9, 2024. Born October 25, 1947 in Michigan to the late Earl Wells and Dherlyss McFarland Wells, Sharon enjoyed being outdoors and yard work. She will be remembered for loving her family and being supportive no matter the circumstances. Sharon is survived by her daughters, Bridget McCullough and Janet Purnia (Kevin); five grandchildren; numerous other relatives and friends.

Ms. Sharon Elizabeth Fuller, age 76, of Avon, passed away unexpectedly April 9, 2024. Born October 25, 1947 in Michigan to the late Earl Wells and Dherlyss McFarland Wells, Sharon enjoyed being...

Jesse Griggs Dale County, AL

Jesse Royce Griggs, known affectionately to all as Royce, departed this life on April 8, 2024, at the age of 86 in Dothan, Alabama. Born on July 5, 1937, in Dale County, Alabama, the son of the late Rassie and Mary Frances Griggs, Royce's life was one characterized by enduring love and commitment. He was a cherished husband to Jackie Griggs for 49 wonderful years, a father to his daughter Jan Simpler (Jeremy) and a doting grandfather to Wyatt and Emmy Simpler. Along with his...

Jesse Royce Griggs, known affectionately to all as Royce, departed this life on April 8, 2024, at the age of 86 in Dothan, Alabama. Born on July 5, 1937, in Dale County, Alabama, the son of the...

Daniel Thetford Dothan

Mr. Daniel Brown Thetford, age 71, of Dothan, passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 8, 2024. Born October 10, 1952 in Dothan to the late Buster Brown Thetford and Rachel Murchison Thetford, Daniel was a graduate of Samford University. He enjoyed all types of sports including Alabama football. He also enjoyed toiling in his yard, his Bi-Annual poker game and he was a member of the Elks Lodge. Daniel is survived by his son, Byron Thetford (Danielle Miller); his grandchildren, Ellis Thetford...

Mr. Daniel Brown Thetford, age 71, of Dothan, passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 8, 2024. Born October 10, 1952 in Dothan to the late Buster Brown Thetford and Rachel Murchison Thetford,...