Mrs. Jewel Irene Caraway

Mrs. Jewel Irene Caraway of Lakeland, FL passed away on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 the family residence.  She was 97.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, August 2, 2010 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. Eddie Tanner officiating.  Burial will follow in Tabernacle United Methodist Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 10:00 until service time.

Mrs. Caraway was born on November 6, 1912 in Cottonwood, AL to the late Walker and Cora Watson. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, James W. Caraway, a daughter, Doris Jean Dunn, and her parents.

Survivors include one daughter:  Mary Edna Collier of Lakeland, FL; one son:  Johnny Mack Farmer of Sanford, FL; one sister:  Louise Manning of Lockhart, AL; several nieces and nephews.

Miss Brittney Michelle Hollis

Miss Brittney Michelle Hollis of North County Road 9, Slocomb, passed away on Monday, July 26, 2010 at her home following a short illness.  She was 21.

Funeral services will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 29, 2010 at Pilgrims Rest Baptist Church (intersection of Cumbie Road and Fortner Street) with Rev. Marrell Turvin officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

The family will receive friends at the church from 4:00 until service time. 

Brittney was born on October 18, 1988 in Houston County, AL.  She was a 2007 graduate of Wicksburg High School. 

She was preceded in death by her great grandmother, Willie Lee Hollis Nowell, great grandfathers, Cody Ray Hollis and Samuel Turman Brannon. 

Survivors include her mother, Jill Hollis Martin, of Slocomb; two sisters:  Priscilla Hollis and Courtney Layton both of Slocomb; grandparents:  Clyde and Yvonne Hollis of Slocomb, Deloris Wambles of Ashford; great grandparent:  Doris Brannon of Cottonwood; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Mr. Grover Smith

Mr. Grover Edward Smith of Geneva passed away on Friday, July 23, 2010 in Geneva, AL.  He was 65.

A memorial service will be held Monday, July 26,2010 at the Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb at 5:00 p.m. with Rev. Brenda Yon officiating and Sorrells Funeral Home directing.

Mr. Smith is survived by four sons:  Grover Smith, Jr., Michael Smith, Mark Smith, Brian Smith; five daughters:  Karen Johnson, Jennifer Beck, Candace Smith, Constance Warren, Sarah Smith; twenty-four grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.

Mr. Joshua O'Neal Wynn

Mr. Josh O’Neal Wynn of Slocomb passed away on Tuesday, July 20, 2010.  He was 17.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 23, 2010 in New Hinson Baptist Church with Rev. Teddy Ward officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  The body will be placed in the church one hour before service time.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. 

Josh was born on August 26, 1992 in Dothan.  He was a Junior at Slocomb High School and where he was a member of the FFA.  Josh was a very simple person, always having a smile on his face. 

Survivors include his parents, Edward O’Neal and Bonita Kelly Wynn; four sisters:  Brandy Chrisman of Dandridge, TN, Courtney Wynn Reed (Kyle) of Lexington, KY, Stephanie and Ashley Wynn of Fadette; paternal grandmother:  Margaret Hendrix of Highnote, AL; maternal grandparents:  Charles and Joyce Kelly of Slocomb; special friend:  Casey Adams; numerous other relatives and friends.

Mrs. Nina T. Devine

Mrs. Nina T. Devine of Daleville went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 17, 2010.  She was 87.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ricky Devine officiating.  Burial will follow in Newton City Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. 

Mrs. Devine was born on January 13, 1923 in Coffee County, Alabama to the late John Elbert Tillery and Winona Griffin Tillery.   Her husband, Jefferson Davis Devine, and her son, Terry Devine, preceded her in death.

She is survived by four sons:  Jeff Devine and wife, Cathy, of Chesapeake, VA, Ricky Devine and his wife, Linda, of Ozark, Danny Devine and his wife, Joan, of Newton, Paul Devine of Daleville; five daughters:  Ceretha Gulledge and her husband, Jack, of Ozark; Elaine Huss and Jim Carter of Ozark, Amma Agerton and her husband, Dale, of Ozark, Sherry Lister and her husband, Wayne, of Pensacola, Nina Marie Schwarz and Billy Damron of Cowarts; 37 grandchildren; 111 great grand children; and one brother, Theo Tillery, of Opp.

Mrs. Betty Ruth Duke

Mrs. Betty Ruth Duke of Malvern passed away on Thursday, July 15, 2010 in Panama City, FL.  She was 74.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, July 19, 2010 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. Bryce Mitchell officiating.  Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. 

Mrs. Duke was born on June 1, 1936 in Valdosta, GA to Bennett and Emma Mae Cobb Dawkins. 

Her parents as well as her husbands, Herbert Randolph Duke and Johnny Whiddon, preceded her in death.

Survivors include daughter:  Betty Ann Hardegree (Robert) of Georgetown, GA; two sons:  Eddie Ray Harvard (Ruby) of Webb, Joseph Earl Harvard (Brenda) of Dothan; one sister:  Ruby Nell Allen of Webb; two brothers:  Bennie Ray Dawkins (Catherine) of Georgetown, GA, Jack Dawkins (Barbara) of Dothan; nine grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. 

Mr. Ralph W. Hancock

Mr. Ralph W. Hancock of Wicksburg passed away on Friday, July 16, 2010 at Flowers Hospital after a long illness.   He was 76.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 19, 2010 in Wicksburg Assembly of God Church with Rev. Tim Simmons officiating.  Burial will follow in Wicksburg Assembly of God Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  The body will be placed in the church one hour prior to service time. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 3:00 until 5:00 p.m.  At other times, the family will be at the Hancock Residence at 1998 Hubbard Road, Newton, AL  36352. 

Mr. Hancock was born on April 23, 1934 in Clark County, PA to the late William Henry Hancock and Jennivieve Proper Hancock.  

His parents as well as two brothers preceded him in death.

Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Betty Gilley Hancock, of Wicksburg; a son:  Doug (Heather) Hancock of Abbeville; two grandchildren:  Liz and Ben Hancock of Abbeville; a sister:  Annie Marie Little of Homer City, PA; two brothers:  Bill Hancock of Youngstown, OH and Richard Hancock of Ford City, PA; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-laws:  Earl and Margie Johnson, Pete Gilley, Eura Harrell, Martha and Junior Dykes, Diane and Jerry Jones, Mary Gilley; several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Darrell Adolph Duncan

Mr. Darrell Adolph Duncan of Duncan Road, Hartford passed away on Thursday, July 15, 2010 at the family residence.   He was 82.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 17, 2010 in Pondtown United Methodist Church with Rev. Gary Armstrong and Rev. Kevin Byrd officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  The body will be placed in the church one hour before service time.  The family requested flowers be omitted and memorial contributions be may to Pondtown United Methodist Church, 663 Pondtown Road, Hartford, AL   36344. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. 

Mr. Duncan was born on March 22, 1928 in Hartford, AL to the late Huey T. and Clara Turner Duncan.  He was a retired businessman and had also been engaged in farming.  He was a member of Pondtown United Methodist Church.

His parents as well as a sister, Delores Carnes, preceded him in death.

Survivors include his wife, Grace Evelyn Duncan of Hartford; three daughters:  Mary Powell (Bobby) of Hartford, JoAnn Humphries (Joe) of Greenville, GA and Yvonne Killman of Flager Beach, FL; seven grandchildren:  Chad Osterlund, Shaun Joiner, Sherry Blackburn (Robin), Jessica Humphries, Jason Humphries, Elizabeth Yates (Chuck), Gabe Killman (Jennifer); six great grandchildren.

Gabriella (Gabby) Reann Beasley

Gabriella (Gabby) Reann Beasley, infant daughter of Marcia Sellers and Mark Beasley, went home to be with her Heavenly Father one day before her birth on July 11, 2010.  We wish to think her great-grandmothers are comforting her.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 in Christian Home Baptist Church (east of Slocomb) with Rev. Chuck Locke officiating and with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

Left to mourn her passing are her mother, Marcia Sellers, of Slocomb; her father, Mark Beasley, of Ozark; her brother, Elijah; her grandparents, Chester and Shirley Davis of Slocomb, Wayne and Phillis Grace of Clio; her Aunt Michelle Beck of Morris, IL; Great Aunt Rhonda Hendrix of Slocomb; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Mrs. Flora Whitaker Pugh

Mrs. Flora Whitaker Pugh of Plant City, FL passed away on Friday, July 9, 2010.   She was 87.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. Donald Clarke officiating.  Burial will follow in Whitaker United Methodist Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. 

Mrs. Pugh was born on July 29, 1922 in Holmes County, FL. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harris Pugh, Sr; a son, Curtis; a daughter, Myrtis; and a grandson, Jeff Butler; her parents, W. T. and Minnie Whitaker; a sister, Alma Henderson.

Survivors include a son:  Harris Jr.; a daughter:  Linda Whitney (Harry); grandchildren:  William, Jennifer; great grandchildren:  Quentin, Carissa, Tyler; three nieces:  Maxine Torguson (David), Linda Marlene Casler (Ed), Ernestine Davis (Mike); numerous great nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Gloria S. Wills

Mrs. Gloria S. Wills of Slocomb passed away on Monday, July 5, 2010 at the family residence after an extended illness.   She was 78.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 8, 2010 at the Christian Home Baptist Church in Slocomb with Rev. Darrell Sammons and Rev. B. Longo officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2246 Montgomery Highway, Dothan AL  36303.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. 

Mrs. Wills was born on March 24, 1932 in West Virginia to the late Grant and Nadainia Stevens.  She was a member of Christian Home Baptist Church. 

In addition to her parents, one son, John Steven Longo, and one sister, Creota Hart, preceded her in death.

Survivors include her husband: Joe R. Wills of Slocomb; five sons:  Biagio Longo (Dawn) of Chipley FL, Bernard Longo of Vernon, FL, Jack Longo of East Providence, RI, David Longo of Winchester, KY, Harvey Allen Smith of Naples, FL; one step daughter:  Joetta Withrow (Kevin) of Falling Waters WV; five step sons:  Vanden Wills (Denise) of Jacksonville FL, Stephen Wills (Juanita), Michael Wills (Dorothy), Joe Wills (Sandy) all of Arnett WV, and David Wills (Cathy) of Boston, MA; one sister:  Dorothy Sabo of Cooleemee, NC; nine grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and fifteen step grandchildren.

Mrs. Agnes M. Smith

Mrs. Agnes M. Smith of 1205 Bruce Street, Dothan, passed away on Sunday, July 4, 2010 at the family residence after an extended illness.  She was 85.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 6, 2010 at Evergreen Presbyterian Church in Dothan with Rev. Sandy Lacey and Rev. Joseph Johnson officiating.    Burial will follow in Memory Hill Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

The family will receive friends at Evergreen Presbyterian Church on Tuesday from 1:30 p.m. until service time.  Flowers will be accepted or contributions may be made to Evergreen Presbyterian Church Food Pantry, 1103 North Pontiac Avenue, Dothan AL  36303 or to the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 1170, Dothan AL  36302.

Mrs. Smith was born on November 3, 1924 in Wicksburg Alabama to the late W.C. and Elizabeth Williams.  She was a member of Evergreen Presbyterian Church.  Mrs. Smith retired from Ansell Inc. in 1988 after 20 years of employment.

She was preceded in death by four sisters:  Johnnie Smith, Loraine Hatcher, Juanita Beard, and Bessie Shiver; and one brother:  Durrell Williams.

Survivors include her husband of 62 years:  Glen T. Smith of Dothan; two daughters and sons-in-law:  Joan and Chester Seay all of Dothan, Kay and Gary Mattox of Headland; one sister:  Bernice Snell of Dothan; two grandchildren:  Chet Seay, and Scott (Ivette) Seay; and one great grandchild:  Amanda Seay.

Serving as pallbearers will be Mrs. Smith’s nephews:   Dr. Derry Snell, Danny Shiver, Lee Shiver, Jerry Smith, James Hatcher, John Hatcher, and Robert Hatcher.

The family would like to express a special thanks to Tina Davis for her compassion and care.

Mrs. Martha Jeanette Sorrells

Mrs. Martha Jeanette Sorrells of Hartford went to be with her Heavenly Father on Monday, June 14, 2010 after an extended illness.   She was 81.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 17, 2010 in Shiloh Baptist Church with Rev. Bryan Wagner and her nephew, Rev. Charles Johnson officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  The body will be placed in the church one hour prior to service time.  Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Shiloh Baptist Church Sanctuary Fund, 873 North Shiloh Road, Hartford, AL  36344. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.  At other times, the family will be at her residence, 1176 North County Road 69, Hartford. 

Mrs. Sorrells was born on October 18, 1928 to the late James Collier and Taudie Bell Strickland Helms.  She was married for 60 years to the love of her life, Glin Billy Sorrells; they lived in Dundee until Mr. Sorrells’ death.  She worked at Van Huesen Shirt Factory until she retired.

In addition to her parents, her husband, Glin Billy Sorrells, her daughter, Dianne Gilmer, and an infant son preceded her in death.

Survivors include one daughter:  Janice Sorrells Williams (Gerald) of Hartford; two sons:  Jimmy Sorrells (Marcia Hales) and Jerry Sorrells (Cindy Wright) all of Hartford; seven grandchildren:  Kim Sorrells Ferguson (Billy), Becky Sorrells Carroll (Brian), Wade Sorrells (Natasha Davis), Jennifer Williams, Jamie Williams Thames (Britt), Louanne Sorrells and Katie Sorrells; three sisters:  Juanita Crosby, Betty Jean Enfinger and Joann Pullum; several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to Beverly Cato, Jewell Wilkerson, Ann Goulet and Marion Riggins for the loving care provided to their Mother.

Mr. George Martin Hidle III

Mr. George Martin Hidle III of Ft. Lauderdale, FL   passed away on Monday, June 7, 2010.   He was 16.

Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 12, 2010 in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Robbie Underwood officiating.  Burial will follow in Burns Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1149, Slocomb, AL  36375. 

George was born on October 26, 1993 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL to George Martin Hidle Jr. and Julieta De Jesus Hidle. 

Survivors include his parents; one brother, David Rimmer of Pensacola, FL; and two sisters:  Michelle Hidle of Iowa and Marie Rimmer of Ft. Lauderdale, FL.

Mary Debby Hidle

Mary Debby Hidle of Slocomb passed away Saturday, June 5, 2010 at her residence. She was 79.

Funeral services will be 10:00am Monday, June 7, 2010   from the Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Glen Tate and Rev. Brett Snell officiating. Burial will follow in the New Post Oak Assembly of God cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 6 until 8pm. At all other times they will be at the home her son, Donnie Hidle, Co Rd 9, Slocomb.

Mrs. Hidle was born December 4, 1930 in Geneva County to the late Marvin and Pearl Tew Robinson. She was a member of the New Post Oak Assembly of God Church. She was co owner of the Slocomb Sausage Company for many years. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. In addition to her parents, several brothers and sisters as well as a son, Jimmy Rex Hidle preceded her in death.

 

Survivors include a son & daughter-in-law: Donnie Hidle & wife Jane Smith Hidle of Slocomb. 2 grandchildren: Mark Hidle and wife Cheryl of Dothan, Angela Gutierrez & husband Pedro of Sierra Vista, Arizona, 3 great grandchildren: Meredith and Troy Hidle and Joshua Gutierrez. 

Mr. Jimmy Royce Benefield

Mr. Jimmy Royce Benefield of Hartford passed away on Monday, June 1, 2010 at Southeast Alabama Medical Center.   He was 68.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 4, 2010 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. John Johnson officiating.  Burial will follow in Tabernacle United Methodist Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. 

Mr. Benefield was born on December 20, 1941 in Geneva County, AL to the late Roy and Mable G. Gamble Benefield.  He was a member of Union Baptist Church.  He was a 1961 graduate of Slocomb High School.  He worked with PC White Truck Line until its closing and later retired from AAA Cooper Transportation.  He served in the National Guard, loved gardening and working on the farm.

Survivors include his wife, Linda Callihan Benefield, of Hartford; one daughter and son-in-law:  Susan Paige and Richard Edwards of Warner Robins, GA; two sisters:  Helen Collins and Jean Hall of Sebring, FL; one grandchild:  Brittanie Edwards; a brother-in-law:  Don Callihan (Jean) of Hartford; a nephew:  Steven Hall (Marilyn); a niece:  LaDonna Bales; two great nieces:  Jennifer Hall, Minnie Littlefield (Jamie); and a great nephew:  J. Scott Dowling.

Mr. Alfred Able Hughes

Mr. Alfred A. Hughes of Hartford passed away on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at Henry County Health and Rehab in Abbeville.   He was 95.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 23, 2010 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with grandson-in-law, Chaplain Kenny Lee, LCDR officiating.  Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until service time.  At other times the family will be at 310 Azalea Avenue, Hartford, AL. 

Mr. Hughes was born on February 5, 1915 in Geneva County, AL to the late Hasty and Julia Brown Hughes.  He was a member of Sardis Methodist Church.  After Mr. Hughes’ retirement from the Muscogee County School Board, he learned to cane chairs; he enjoyed that craft and did it for many years.  He was a very special Father. 

His wife, Annie Laura Brannon Hughes, as well as two brothers, Leroy and Rex Hughes, preceded him in death.

Survivors include his daughter:  Patricia Box (Dr. John Box) of Black Mountain, NC; one sister:  Faye Shields of Opelika; one brother:  J. C. Hughes of Malvern; one granddaughter:  Sheryl D. Lee (Chaplain USN Kenneth R. Lee) of Singapore; three great-grandchildren:  Ashley Crawford-Suhs (Hans), Seth Able Lee, and Kelly David Lee; several nieces and nephews. 

Mr. Benny M. Thomley

Mr. Benny M. Thomley of Slocomb went home to be with the Lord on Thursday May 20, 2010 at his family residence with his wife and daughter at his side.   He was 70.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 22, 2010 in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Scott Byrd officiating.  Burial will follow in Memory Hill Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1149, Slocomb, AL  36375 or to Covenant Hospice, 2855 Ross Clark Circle, Suite 110, Dothan, AL  36301.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.  

Mr. Thomley was born on December 28, 1939 in Houston County, AL to the late Russe and Camilla Haymon Thomley.  He was an ordained Deacon and active member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.  He also retired from Woodalls Heating and Air Conditioning of Dothan after 30 years. 

Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Mary Ellen Thomley, of Slocomb; one daughter and son-in-law:  Angella and Mike Jones of Slocomb; one brother and sister-in-law:  Jennings and Bette Thomley of Greeneville, TN; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law:  Reggie and Kaye Mitchell of Slocomb; one granddaughter:  Meagan Jones; several nieces and nephews. 

Ms. Margaret Miller

Ms. Margaret Miller of Hartford passed away on  Monday, May 10, 2010 at Flowers Hospital.  She was 74.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 13, 2010 in Hartford First Assembly of God Church with Rev. Franklin Wood and Rev. Glen Tate officiating.  Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. 

Ms. Miller was born on June 17, 1935 in Geneva County, AL to the late Dellie Ree Dorriety and L. V. (Tommy) Crawford.  She was a member of Hartford First Assembly of God Church.

Her parents as well as a brother, Jack Crawford, preceded her in death.

Survivors include her daughter, Debra Miller, of Hartford; one son and daughter-in-law:  Michael and Elaine Miller of Headland; six grandchildren:  Amanda (Phillip) Peterman, Jennifer Hill, Matthew (Crystal) Miller, Jeffrey (Dawnetta) Robinson, Marshall Miller and Zachary Miller; and seven great grandchildren.

Martha Joy Adams

Mrs. Martha Joy Adams of the Fadette Community passed away on Saturday, May 8, 2010 at the family residence after a courageous battle with cancer.  She was 70.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 12, 2010 in New Teamon Baptist Church with her son, Dr. Chris Adams, son-in-law, Rev. Wendell Holmes and Rev. Coley M. Holloway officiating.  Burial will follow in Fadette Pentecostal Ministries Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  The body will be placed into the church one hour before service time.  

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.  Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to the Leukemia Society, 100 Chase Park South, Suite 220, Birmingham, AL  35244 or to Wiregrass Hospice, P.O. Box 2127, Dothan, AL  36303. 

Joy was born on January 6, 1940 in Holmes County, FL to the late Henry and Lessie Bass Battles.  She was a faithful member and Women’s Sunday School teacher at New Teamon Baptist Church.  She was a 1957 graduate of Slocomb High School and a Registered Nurse; she retired with 20 years service from the Southeast Alabama Medical Center in 1999. 

Her husband of 46 years, Jerry Max Adams, brothers, Jack Battles, Ouidas Battles, Gerald Battles and infant brother, Huey Battles all preceded her in death.

Survivors include:  Her son:  Dr. Jerry Chris Adams (Carla) of Slocomb; two daughters:  Amy Adams Hatcher and fiancé Brad Mims, Teresa Adams Holmes (Rev. Wendell Holmes Jr.) all of Slocomb; grandchildren:  Kristopher Adams, Joshua Adams, Hannah and Naethan Hendrix, Colby Hatcher, Cody Hatcher and Ella Adams Mims, Trey and Jamie Holmes, Clay Holmes and Jacob Holmes, great grandchildren:  Karah and Simeon Hendrix; sister:  Mabel Singletary (John); sisters-in-law:  Maxine Battles, JoFaye Battles, Lounell Battles, Sarah Adams, Durley Grace Williams; brother-in-law and sister-in-law:  Billy and Diane Adams; several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Rick Singletary, Craig Adams, Michael Adams, Aubrey Battles, Kevin Battles and Terry Battles.  Honorary pallbearers will be the 1957 class members of Slocomb High School.

Mr. Roger Price

Mr. Roger Price of Fadette passed away on Thursday, May 6, 2010 at the family residence after an extended illness.   He was 63.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, May 10, 2010 in First Baptist Church in Slocomb with Rev. Dan Raley officiating.  Burial will follow in Fadette Pentecostal Ministries Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

The family will receive friends at First Baptist Church on Monday from 11:00 until service time. 

Roger was born on September 29, 1946 in Alabama to Mrs. Eura Price and the late Lawrence Price.  He was a member of First Baptist Church of Slocomb.  After finishing school at Slocomb High School, he and his brother, Terry, were the owners of Bonifay Manufacturing Company for a number of years.

His father, Lawrence Price, preceded him in death.

Survivors include his wife, Martha Williams Price, of Fadette; a son:  Rodney Price of Fadette; a daughter and son-in-law:  Marsha and Ronald Brannon of Fadette; granddaughters:  Morgan, Devan and Ashlan Brannon; his mother:  Eura Price of Fadette; five brothers and sisters-in-law:  Larry and Barbara Price, Terry and Phyllis Price, Randall and Kathy Price all of Slocomb, Ron and Cindy Price of Ponte Vedra, FL, Tim and Serena Price of Birmingham; several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Reba Smith Culpepper

Mrs. Reba Smith (Granny Pepper) Culpepper of Slocomb passed away on Thursday, April 29, 2010 at the family residence.   She was 88.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 2, 2010 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. Earl Hendrix and Rev. C. M. Holloway officiating.  Burial will follow in Memory Hill Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Corinth Baptist Church, 327 West County Road 70, Slocomb, AL  36375. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.  At other times, the family will be at the family residence. 

Mrs. Culpepper was born on December 18, 1921 in Geneva County, AL to the late Joseph Richard and Ethel Matthews Saunders. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, John Wallace Smith and Marcus Culpepper, and a brother, Herbert Saunders.

Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law:  Anita and Douglas Caraway, Beverly and Gerald Aplin all of Slocomb; a step-son and his wife:  Tommy and Susan Culpepper of Slocomb; two brothers and a sister-in-law:  E. H. and Neva Saunders and Roger Saunders all of Slocomb; two special sisters-in-law:  Betty Miller of Midland City, Lizzie White of Abbeville; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. 

Mr. Morton Harris, Sr.

Mr. Morton Harris, Sr. of Slocomb passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at the family residence.   He was 68.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 30, 2010 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Hosea Parker officiating.  Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory cemetery with full Masonic rites and Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.  

Mr. Harris was born on April 5, 1942 to the late Raymond and Ethel Roberts Harris.  He was born and raised in Dale County but has resided in Geneva County approximately 40 years.  Mr. Harris joined the National Guard in Ozark at the age of 17 where he served several years.  Then he went to work with Headland Auto Parts as an auto mechanic for eight years.  After working with Dothan Glass Company for 16 years, he went into business for himself (Harris Glass Company) and served the people for the next 22 years.

His parents as well as a daughter, Susan Ann Harris, and a sister, Rosie Mae Windham, preceded him in death.

Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law:  Lisa Ann and Richard Dixon of Tallahassee, FL; a son and daughter-in-law:  Morton (Chip) and Cindy Harris of Malvern; four grandchildren:  Caleb and Shelby Harris of Malvern, Christina and Christopher Dixon of Tallahassee, FL; one great-grandchild:  Brandon Dixon of Tallahassee, FL; two brothers and sisters-in-law:  Thomas L. and Verda Harris of Webb, Porter and Mary Harris of Andalusia; several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Johnny Mike Gilley

Mr. Johnny Mike Gilley of Daleville but formerly of Wicksburg passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2010 in Panama City, FL.   He was 65.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 29, 2010 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. Buddy Hood officiating.  Burial will follow in Goodwater Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. 

Mr. Gilley was born on February 10, 1945 in Houston County, AL to Annie Dora Gilley Bragan and the late Claud Gilley. 

His father as well as a grandson, Justin Collins, preceded him in death.

Survivors include his mother, Annie Dora Gilley Bragan of Dothan; one daughter and son-in-law:  Beckey and Craig Fondren of Wicksburg; three sons and three daughters-in-law:  Jeff and Lovie Gilley, Chris and Denis Gilley all of Wicksburg, Michael and Carman Gilley of Atlanta, GA; six grandchildren:  Jeffrey Gilley, Jarad Collins, Alex Collins, Christopher Gilley, Garrett Gilley and Carole Gilley; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Bernice Clyde Hicks

Mrs. Bernice Clyde Hicks of Slocomb went home to her Heavenly Father on Friday, April 16, 2010 at the family residence after an extended illness.   She was 97.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 19, 2010 in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Scott Byrd officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  Flowers will be accepted or memorial donations may be made to Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 1149, Slocomb, AL.  The body will be placed in the church one hour prior to service time.  

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 3:00 until 5:00 p.m.  At other times, the family will be at the home of her daughter, Betty H. Smith, 930 South County Road 9, Slocomb. 

Mrs. Hicks was born on July 9, 1912 in Houston County, AL to the late William Lonnie Davis and Georgia Turner Davis.  She was a faithful member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church and served many years as the Adult Sunday School Teacher.  She enjoyed studying the Bible and growing flowers. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Wesley Wendal Hicks; a son, Wendal Davis Hicks; granddaughter, Darlene Hicks; son-in-law, Herman N. Smith; and a son-in-law, Morris Eugene Peters.

Survivors include three daughters:  Betty H. Smith of Slocomb, Maxine (Jacky) Smith of Slocomb, and Melba Peters of Dothan; a daughter-in-law:  Marian Sandra Hicks of Slocomb; grandchildren:  David (Tonya) Hicks, Jimmy (Ronda) Hicks, Phillip (Gail) Hicks, Lora (Richard) Kelley, Amy (Bryan) Ashmore all of Slocomb, Stan (Christy) Peters, Jeannie (Gabe) Givens all of Dothan; seventeen great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Grace Quick Ogburn

Mrs. Grace Quick Ogburn of Hartford passed away on Thursday, April 8, 2010, at Southeast Alabama Medical Center.   She was 82.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 11, 2010 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. Hughvon King and Rev. Ricky King officiating.  Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until service time. 

Mrs. Ogburn was born on December 23, 1927 in Holmes County, FL to the late Midas Marilyn Quick and Arkann Whitehead Quick. 

Her parents, five brothers, and three sisters preceded her in death.

Survivors include her husband of 62 years, E. J. Ogburn of Hartford; two sons and a daughter-in-law:  John Earl Ogburn, Douglas and Patricia Ogburn all of Hartford; two grandchildren; one great grandchild; several nieces and nephews. 

Mrs. Nell Ryles Fillingim

Mrs. Nell Ryles Fillingim of Hartford   passed away on Monday, April 5, 2010 at Washington Rehab and Nursing Center.   She was 87.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 7, 2010 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. Bryan Wagner and Chris Fillingim officiating.  Burial will follow in Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. 

Mrs. Fillingim was born on May 28, 1922 in Geneva County, AL to the late Henry and Nancy Benton Ryles.  She was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church.  

Her husband, Littleton Fillingim, two brothers and two sisters preceded her in death.

Survivors include one daughter:  Martha Ellen Fillingim of Hartford; one son and daughter-in-law:  Earl and Jane Fillingim of Panama City, FL; two grandchildren:  Laura Baker and her husband, Eric, Chris Fillingim and his wife, Marilena; six great grandchildren:  Mariah, Colby, Garrison, Lukas, Raquel and Sarah; several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be her son (Earl Fillingim), Chris Fillingim, Eric Baker, Colby Baker, Garrison Baker, and Donnie Langford.

Mrs. Vergie Kirkland Smith

Mrs. Vergie Kirkland Smith of Slocomb passed away on Thursday, April 1, 2010, at Flowers Hospital.   She was 84.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 5, 2010 in New Hinson Baptist Church of Fadette with Rev. Teddy Ward and Rev. Scott Byrd officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

The family will receive friends at the church on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until service time.

Mrs. Smith was born on November 4, 1925 in Geneva County to the late Carmie Adus Kirkland and Alice Marse Kirkland. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lewis C. Smith; one son, Fredrick Smith; two sisters; and three brothers.

Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law:  Thomas and Sharon Smith of Slocomb; a sister:  Margie Murphy of Fadette; three grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. 

Mr. James "Bud" Harry

Mr. James “Bud” Harry of Wicksburg   passed  away  on  Wednesday,  March 24, 2010,  at  Flowers Hospital.   He was  67.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 27, 2010 in Goodwater Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Henry Anderson officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  The body will be placed in the church one hour before service time. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. 

Mr. Harry was born on September 26, 1942 in Griffin, GA to the late Douglas Reed Harry, Sr. and Mattie Beatrice Chambers Harry.  He was a member of Goodwater Free Will Baptist Church.  

His parents as well as a brother, Douglas Reed Harry, Jr. preceded him in death.

Survivors include his wife of 44 years:  Linda Harry of Wicksburg; two daughters and sons-in-law:  Lydia and Greg Mauldin of Hartford, Sherry Ward (Todd)  of Wicksburg; one son and daughter-in-law:  Michael and Tonya Harry of Wicksburg; three sisters and brothers-in-law: Brenda and Ken Brown, Shirley and Henry Anderson, Kathy and Billy Perdue all of Griffin, GA; five brothers and sisters-in-law:  Horace and Lynn Harry, Tommy and Elaine Harry, Dennes and Shirley Harry, Kenneth and Peggy Harry, Gene and Debra Harry all of Griffin, GA; ten grandchildren:  Cameron Harry, Taylor Harry, Karsyn Harry, Anna Duby, Julie Duby, Michael Duby, Cheyenne Mauldin, Zach Ward, Nick Ward, and Ashley Odom; five great grandchildren; eleven adopted special grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express their appreciation to the nurses and other employees in the Cardiac Care Unit at Flowers Hospital for the excellent care given to Mr. Harry and for their assistance to the family at all times. 

Mrs. Nettie Byrd Trawick

Mrs. Nettie Trawick of Slocomb took her final journey on Tuesday, March 23, 2010, from the family residence into the presence of her Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, in Heaven to join her loved ones and friends who were already there.   She was 95.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 26, 2010 in Union Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Bill Trawick, Rev. John Johnnson and Rev. Teddy Ward officiating.  Burial will follow in Union Baptist Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Union Baptist Church Building Fund, 4149 County Road 44, Hartford, AL  36344.

The family will receive friends at the church on Friday from 9:00 a.m. until service time. 

Mrs. Trawick was born on May 27, 1914 in Alabama to the late James Franklin Byrd and Essie Branton Byrd.  She was a member of Union Baptist Church. 

Her husband, W. A. (Buck) Trawick, six brothers and one sister preceded her in death.

Survivors include her children:  Grace Walding and her husband, Max, of Hartford, Bill Trawick and his wife, Sadie, of Helena, AL and Martha Enfinger of Slocomb; she was also loved and adored by many grandchildren, great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren; two sisters and a brother-in-law:  Lola Bryan, Bettie Jean and Bill Pelham; sister-in-law:  Jean Byrd; several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express their thanks to Wiregrass Hospice for the care given to Mrs. Trawick during her illness and for the encouragement given to the family.

Mr. A. C. Yeomans

Mr. A. C. Yeomans of Graceville, FL passed away on Monday, March 22, 2010 at UAB Hospital.  He was 74.

A private memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 1172 Emerald Lane, Graceville, FL.  

Mr. Yeomans was born on October 14, 1935 in Geneva County, AL to Mr. Emmitt Lee Yeomans and Vera Ayres Yeomans. 

Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law:  Stacy and Jody Yeomans of Graceville, FL; two daughters and a son-in-law:  Peggy Yeomans James, Linda Gail and Stan Yeomans Padgett of Tampa, FL; a step-son:  Bobby Killingsworth of Graceville; two step-daughters:  Tammy Nowell and Janet White; eleven grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Martha Sue Davis Killingsworth

Mrs. Martha Sue Killingsworth of Graceville, FL passed away on Sunday, March 21, 2010, at Southeast Alabama Medical Center   after a extended illness.   She was 57.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 24, 2010 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. Paul Campbell officiating.  Burial will follow in Tabernacle United Methodist Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.  At all other times, the family will be at the home of Mrs. Barbara Helms, 441 1st Street, Slocomb.

Martha was born on October 19, 1952.  She grew up and attended high school in Slocomb.  She was the youngest of six children of Tessie Campbell and the late J. G. Campbell.  She was married to her first husband, Steve Davis, for almost twenty-five years before they divorced.  During that marriage she had two children whom she dearly loved, Randal Kevin Davis and Ashley Keith Davis.  In 1997 she married the love of her life, Bobby Killingsworth, of Graceville, FL.

Martha loved her family with great warmth and compassion – never hesitant to sacrifice her own needs for those of her children, daughters-in-law and grandchildren.  Though Martha never finished high school herself, her encouragement and dedication to her children produced two graduates of the University of Alabama – one with a degree in finance and one with a law degree.

In August of 2000, at the age of 47, Martha suffered a stroke that left her paralyzed and unable to walk.  The last ten years of her life, Martha spent in a wheelchair – unable to care for herself.  Through tremendous self-sacrifice and love – Bobby took care of Martha and stayed by her side for her last ten years.  It was during this time period that Martha became a grandmother, blessed with four beautiful granddaughters whom she and Grandpa Bobby have attempted to spoil at every opportunity.

Though she suffered from debilitating back and leg pain associated with her stroke – Martha never questioned the reasons for her condition – always trusting in God’s will for her life.  After being hospitalized twice within the last two months, Martha – exhausted and hurting – shared that she was ready to be with her Heavenly Father.  He granted her prayer on March 21, 2010.

Martha was preceded in death by her father, J. G. Campbell; her sister, Betty Joyce Adams; and her brother, Dirl Campbell.

Survivors include her mother, Tessie Sorrells Campbell of Slocomb; her husband:  Bobby Killingsworth of Graceville; her sons and daughters-in-law:  Randal Kevin and Paula Davis of Tuscaloosa, Ashley Keith and Lori Davis of Jasper; her granddaughters:  Lauren Davis, Kara Davis, Lilli Davis and Elli Davis; her sister and brother-in-law:  Barbara Ann and Johnny Mack Helms of Slocomb; two brothers and sisters-in-law:  Kenneth and Misty Campbell of Dothan, Paul and Jan Campbell of Hartford; and many nieces and nephews.

A devoted daughter, wife, mother, and sister – Martha will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her.

Mrs. Evelyn Kathryn Hunter

Mrs. Evelyn Kathryn Hunter of Ozark and formerly of Oneonta, AL passed away on Thursday, March 18, 2010, at Ozark Health and Rehabilitation.   She was 93.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 20, 2010 in Oakhill Cemetery in Oneonta, AL with Rev. Dan Finney officiating and Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.

Mrs. Hunter was born on March 20, 1916 in Etowah County, AL to the late Edward F. Gillilend and Minnie Modelia Maynor Gillilend.  She received her college degree and taught school many years providing the gift of learning to those she came in contact with.

Survivors include her daughter, Anna Kathryn Hunter, and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Ruth Pennington

Mrs. Ruth Pennington of Slocomb passed away on Thursday, March 11, 2010, at Flowers Hospital.   She was  79.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 15, 2009 in Mt. Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. George Chestnut and Rev. John Anderson officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.

The family will receive friends at the church on Monday from 10:00 until service time.

Mrs. Pennington was born on July 27, 1930.  She was a very loving and thoughtful person, always blessing those around her with her candy specialties. 

Her husband, Clarence Pennington, preceded her in death in January 2006.

Survivors include two step-daughters and their husbands:  Barbara and Richie Taylor, Sharon and Ron Brookshire; one step-son:  C. W. Pennington; five step-grandchildren; ten step-great grandchildren.

Mr. Bobby G. Watson

Mr. Bobby G. Watson of Hartford, AL passed away on Thursday, March 11, 2010, at the family residence.   He was 73.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 14, 2009 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. Johnny Strickland officiating.  Burial will follow in Noma Community Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. 

Mr. Watson was born on October 18, 1936 in Geneva County, AL to the late Hampton Wade and Mary Elizabeth Sain Watson.  He was an electrician for many years.

Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Mary Champion Watson of Hartford; two daughters and sons-in-law:  Naomi and Jamie Sheffield of Noma, FL, Marilyn Rachel and LaDon King of Pittman Community; three sons and two daughters-in-law:  Bobby Michael Watson of Geneva County, Steven Allen and Debbie Watson of Riverside, CA, Nelson Wade and Joanie Watson of Wicksburg; one sister and brother-in-law:  Tommie Sue and James Jerkins of Panama City, FL; one brother:  Horace Eugene Watson of Bonifay, FL; one aunt and uncle:  Solara and Edward Ward of Geneva; 17 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Phyllis (Edwins) Guilford

Mrs. Phyllis (Edwins) Guilford of Hartford passed away Monday, March 1, 2010 at the family residence after suffering an apparent heart attack. She was 64.

Funeral services will be 10:00am Thursday, March 4, 2010 from the Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. Bryan Edenfield and Rev. Ray Jones officiating. Burial will follow in the Hartford City Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday from 6 until 8pm.

Phyllis was born December 25, 1945 in Orangeburg, South Carolina to the late Rev. Walter Eugene and Ruby McElhannon.  She was a member of the Ridgecrest Baptist Church where she was a member of the choir as well as the Martha Sue Hall Sunday School Class. Her husband, George M. Guilford Jr. preceded her in death December 7, 2009. Flowers will be accepted or contributions could be made to Wiregrass Hospice, P.O. Drawer 2127, Dothan, Al 36302 

Survivors include her daughter: Anissa Matis & husband Dave, Valdosta, GA, sons: Tommy Lee & wife Gloria, Tuscaloosa, AL, Jason Lee & wife Jeanette, Ankeny, IA, stepdaughter: Melissa Justice & husband Kip, Hartford, AL, stepson: George M. “Rusty” Guilford III & wife Mary, Dothan, AL, sisters: Patricia Henderson & husband Gene, Shalimar, FL, Bonnie Swords & husband Wayne, Columbia, AL, 13 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

 

 Fronie Clyde Coker Moss

Mrs. Fronie Clyde (Coker) Moss of Slocomb went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, March 1, 2010 at Flowers Hospital.  She was 96.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at Sorrells Funeral Home in Slocomb with Rev. Danny Bradshaw and Rev. Doug Dowdy officiating.  Burial will follow in Burns Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.  At other times, the family will be at the family residence at 290 West Bateman Avenue in Slocomb.

 Mrs. Fronie was born on December 10, 1913 in Slocomb, AL to the late Lizzie Clyde and Oliver Ivey Coker.  She was the oldest living member of Burns Assembly of God Church where she has attended for approximately 70 years.  She was faithful to her church and served in many different positions during her years of attendance.  She often talked of the meals they cooked, crafts made, and the quilts made, as well as many other things they did in order to earn money to rebuild the church when it burned.

  Mrs. Fronie worked at Hartford Hospital, Wiregrass Hospital, and retired from the Geneva County Health Department in December 1984 at the age of 71.  She was well suited for the nursing profession because she had a strong desire to serve those in need.  She loved her coworkers and patients, and fondly remembered them throughout her golden years.

 She was preceded in death by her husband, David Moss; four daughters:  Edna Helen, Lizzie Elouise, Margie B. Moss and Lou Dell Hall; three sisters:  Idaliah Pippins, Izora Hughes and Jeanette Reeves; two brothers and sisters-in-law:  Grady Coker and Raboth Coker. Mrs. Fronie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. 

 She will be remembered for her love for others, her jubilant spirit, her willingness to help anyone in need, and her gift to always look at the good in any bad situation.  Her teachings and her strong faith in God will dwell in the hearts of all of her family and friends. 

She is survived by one daughter:  Carolyn Smith of Slocomb; a special son-in-law:  David (Pete) Hall of Columbus, GA; five grandchildren:  Kathy Watson and husband, Dewey, of Columbus, GA, Carol Hall-Grantham and husband, Russell, of Avondale Estates, GA, Keith Hall and wife, Peggy, of Columbus, GA, Derrick Smith of Hickory, NC, and Deondra Smith of Slocomb; seven great grandchildren:  Angela Watson (Mark), Zack Watson (Megan), Joshua Hall, Jonathon Hall all of Columbus, GA, Jonah Smith of Slocomb; three great great grandchildren:  Ethan Black, Elijah Black, and Wyatt Watson; many nieces and nephews that she loved dearly.

Mr. Marvette Dean

Mr. Marvette Dean of Newton, Alabama passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2010 at Flowers Hospital.  He was 50.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday in Moore’s Chapel Assembly of God Church with Rev. Paula Bond, Rev. Thomas Harrison and Wiregrass Hospice Chaplain Talmadge Butler officiating.  Burial will follow in the Newton City Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  The family will receive friends at Sorrells Funeral Home in Slocomb on Monday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.  The body will be placed in the church one hour before service time.

Marvette was born April 28, 1959 in Florida.  He was of the Assembly of God faith.  He loved to be outdoors with family and friends, preferably sitting on the water fishing.  He had previously served on the town council for the city of Newton.  He had also worked for a number of years with Van Heusen shirt factory.  A son, Louis Mark Dean, preceded him in death. 

Survivors include his wife, Audrey Gail Dean of Newton; one son and daughter-in-law:  Joseph O’Neal and Mary Dean of Newton; father:  Tillis M. Dean of Cottonwood; mother:  Geraldine Turner Dean of Ozark; two sisters and a brother-in-law:  Elizabeth Dean and Brian Burger of Dothan, Rita Faye Dean of Newton, AL; one grandchild:  Mark O’Neal Dean; special aunt:  Sandy Turner of Newton; several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Burle Hall

Mr. Burle Hall of Dothan passed away on Monday, February 15, 2010, at his daughter’s residence in Cottonwood.   He was 74.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 18, 2010 in Christian Home Free Will Baptist Church in Black, AL with Rev. Terry Glover and Troy Lee Walsingham officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. 

Mr. Hall was born on September 26, 1935 in Dale County, Alabama to the late Bill and Tellie Hall.  He attended the Christian Lighthouse Church.  

His parents as well as his wife, Catherine Henderson Hall, preceded him in death.

Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Cathy and Randy Merritt of Cottonwood; two brothers:  James Hall and Earl Hall; two sisters:  Lottie Hulon and Nettie Gilley; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Wayne Earl Vann

Mr. Wayne Earl Vann of Wicksburg passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2010 at his home surrounded by family and friends.  He was 72.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 7, 2010 at Panther Creek Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Ronnie Dobbs officiating.  Burial will follow in the Panther Creek Free Will Baptist Church cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  The body will be placed in the church one hour prior to service time.  

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.

Mr. Vann was born on October 31, 1937 in Houston County Alabama to the late Warner and Ethel Vann.  He served in the U.S Navy from 1955 to 1958.  He was the service writer for 14 years at Bernie Hughes Lincoln Mercury in Enterprise and was the current owner of Vann’s Garage in Dothan.  Wayne was a member of Panther Creek Free Will Baptist Church.  He was an avid fisherman, loved Nascar, and Harley Davidson motorcycles. 

Mr. Vann was preceeded in death by his sister, Geraldine McNeil.

Survivors include his wife: Wanda Vann of Wicksburg; fve sons:  David Vann (Kim) of Tennessee, Darryl Vann of Texas, Dennis Vann (Shannon) of Oklahoma, Drew Vann (Karen) of Texas, Mike Vann of Wicksburg; two step- children:  Mike 0tt of Newton, and Lisa McCullough of Florida; eleven grandchildren:  Abby, Mindy, Maggie, Jeremy, Cody, Billy, Jessie, Michael, Tyler, Kaitlin, and Natasha; one great-grandchild:  Breanna; one brother: Jerome (Rose Mary) Vann of Wicksburg; two sisters-in–law:  Peggy (Tony) Railey and Barbara Ann Baxley; three brothers-in-law:  Broward Porter, Peyton Porter, and Edward Bodiford; several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be:  Mike Vann, Ricky Dickerson, Davin Vann, Alan Hollis, Tony Railey, and Danny McNeil.  Honorary pallbearers will be:  Sam Messick, B.J. Taylor, Gerald Andrews, and Doster Sanders.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Covenant Hospice and four wonderful caregivers:  Pamela, Carla, Michelle, and Kisa.

 

Mr. William John Powell, Jr.

Mr. William “Bill” John Powell, Jr. of Cowarts entered into eternal rest on Monday February 1, 2010.   He was 62.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 6, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. at Sorrells Funeral Home in Slocomb.  The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m.

Bill proudly served two tours of duty in Vietnam as a member of the U.S. Army, achieving the rank of SSG.

He is survived by his twin daughters and a son-in-law:  Janet Powell of Phenix, AZ and Wendy and Paul Innes of Virginia Beach, VA as well as his three grandsons:  Dakotah Aaron, Jon Rylye, and William Hunter. 

We will miss you, Daddy.

Mr. Hubert Lee (Jack) Reeves

Mr. Hubert Lee (Jack) Reeves of Wicksburg passed away on Monday, February 1, 2010 at the family residence.  He was 85.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 6, 2009 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. Donna Cumbie officiating.  Burial will follow in Hurricane United Methodist Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.  

Mr. Reeves was born on June 27, 1924 in Geneva County, AL to the late Claude and Hassie Ramsey Reeves. 

He was preceded in death by one brother, Jimmy Reeves, and four sisters, Pauline Sorrells, Katherine Greathouse, Myrtle Thomley and Mae Mims.

Survivors include one sister:  Frances Loudean Hicks Davis of Wicksburg; nieces and nephews:  Danny and Alvah Hicks, Darlene and Danny Cook, Lonnie and Chris Mims, Roy and Sue Sorrells, Foy and Carolyn Sorrells, Sara Howell, Nellie Howell, Edna and George Ham, Edward and Diane Sorrells, Glenda Faye Miller, Betty Johnson, Larry and Faye Greathouse, Geraldine and Glenn Carroll, Teresa and Charles Jowers, Greg Greathouse, Virginia and Joe Welcher, Wallace Thomley, Brenda and Donnie Herndon, Wanda and Derryl McSween, Cathy and Bill Brown.

Pallbearers will be:  Shafter Hicks, Brian Hicks, Jayson Whitworth, Lonnie Mims, Eric Turner and Joey Turner.

Mrs. Dorothy M. Boyett

Mrs. Dorothy M. Boyett of Malvern passed away on  Monday,  February 1, 2010,  at  Southeast Alabama Medical Center.   She was 80.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 3, 2010 in Malvern Baptist Church with Rev. Hosea Parker officiating.  Burial will follow in Malvern Baptist Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. 

Mrs. Boyett was born on October 19, 1929 in Houston County, AL to the late Henry H. and Hattie Williford Sellers.  She was a loving wife, mother and nanny as well as a special friend to those who knew her. 

Her parents, a son, Larry Boyett, and a great-granddaughter, Grace Ann Boyett, and a son-in-law:  Doyle Butler, preceded her in death.

Survivors include her husband, Earnest Boyett, of Malvern; one son:  Eugene Boyett of Malvern; one daughter:  Barbara Butler of Slocomb; a daughter-in-law:  Martha Boyett of Malvern; one sister:  Jean Shumaker of West Frankfort, IL; six grandchildren:  Tracy Boyett, Stacy Boyett, Connie Mathews, Scotty Butler, Travis Butler, and Nikki Hamby; seven great-grandchildren and a special angel on the way:  Ella Grace Mathews; one special nephew:  Randy Spivey; several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Johnnie "Blanche" Branton

Mrs. Johnnie “Blanche” Branton of Dothan passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2010, at the family residence.  She was 93.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 26, 2009 in Malvern Baptist Church with Rev. Hosea Parker and Rev. C. M. Holloway officiating.  Burial will follow in Malvern Baptist Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Malvern Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 97, Malvern, AL  36349. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.  

Mrs. Branton was born on July 31, 1916 in Geneva County, AL.  She was a member of Malvern Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, T. H. Branton; a son, Larry Branton; her parents, W. T. and Catherine Griffin; three sisters, Merle Peacock, Bertha Pippin, Doris Hammond; and a brother, Bill Griffin.

Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law:  Terry and Christine Branton, and Tim Branton all of Dothan; a sister-in-law:  Lillian Griffin of Columbus, GA; five grandchildren:  Kevin Branton, Keith Branton, Amanda Wright, David Branton and Nicholas Branton; three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Serving as pallbearers will be Pete McCollough, David McKnight, James Bedsole, Phillip Pippin, Wayne Brackin and Burt Burkett.

Mr. Allen Burrell Brunson

Mr. Allen Burrell Brunson of Hartford passed away on Sunday, January 17 at the family residence surrounded by his family and friends.   He was 85.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. Bryan Wagner and Rev. Robert McMicken officiating.  Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time. 

Mr. Brunson was born on May 28, 1924 in Dale County, AL to the late Allen and Cora Bryan Brunson.  He was a Corporal in the U.S. Army and served his country during World War II.  He was an avid gardener and fisherman.

Two brothers, Floyd and Frank Brunson, as well as two sisters, Erma Ragland and Mary Ruth Godwin, preceded him in death.

Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Eloise Brunson of Hartford; two daughters and sons-in-law:  Cheryl Sue and Henry Cox of Slocomb; Carol and Bill Cobb of Hartford; three sons and daughters-in-law:  Rex and Peggy Brunson, Michael and Debbie Brunson, Dennis and Marie Brunson all of Hartford; one sister:  Verne Revels of Clayhatchee; 13 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express their special thanks to Anna Carmichael of Wiregrass Hospice and their granddaughter, Erica Fowler for their loving care.

Helen A. Smith

            Mrs. Helen A. Smith, a resident of the Bonifay Nursing Home and Retirement Center and formerly of Slocomb went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 16, 2010 in Bonifay. She was 85.

            Funeral services will be 2:00pm Tuesday from the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Scott Byrd officiating. Burial will follow in the Bethesda Baptist Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 6 until 8pm. At all other times the family will be at the home of a son, James Harlow & Diane Smith in Slocomb. The body will be placed into the church 1 hour before service.

            Mrs. Helen was born August 14, 1924 in North Dakota. During WW 11 she served in the Women’s Army Corp and she was also retired from civil service as a system analyst. She was a member of the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Her husband, John Leamon Smith as well as 1 sister and 5 brothers preceded her in death.

          Survivors include 1 daughter: Linda Smith and husband Bruce, Slocomb, 3 sons: James Harlow Smith and wife Diane, Slocomb, Paul Smith and wife Janice, Brewton, Al, Danny Lee Smith, Slocomb, 4 sisters: Marie Raymo Phoenix, AZ, Ruth Wick, Seattle, WA, Ardelle Grand, Phoenix, AZ, Elvira Lokken, Tioga, N.D., 10 grandchildren: Nikki Hales (Ryan), Slocomb, LaShea Cotton (Trevor), Slocomb, Thad Smith (Amanda), Slocomb, Nolan Smith, St. Simons Island, GA, Kasie Rice (Phillip), Dothan, Jeris Milner (Joshua), Boca Raton, FL, Brooke Segrest (Zach), Slocomb, Neal Smith (Brantley), Greenville, S.C., Luke Smith, Destin, FL, Ginny Smith, Nashville, TN, 11 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Mr. Tony Hurst

In the early morning hours of January 4, 2010, Jesus came and lifted Mr. Tony W. Hurst of Slocomb into His arms and placed Tony in his eternal home and healed him of cancer.  He was 47.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2010 in New Hinson Baptist Church with Rev. Gene Houser and Rev. Mike Allan officiating.  Burial will follow in New Hinson Baptist Church Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.  Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Covenant Hospice, 2855 Ross Clark Circle, Dothan, AL  36301. 

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m.

Tony was born on September 21, 1962 in Moultrie, GA to Mrs. Judy Mathis and the late Wayne Hurst. 

If you knew Tony and were close to him, then he told you he loved you every time he saw you.  He was a great man who helped many; he would give you the shirt off his back and the last dollar in his pocket.  He established a strong successful business, Trinity Metal Buildings, which was built on the solid rock of Jesus Christ. He loved teaching Sunday School, and sharing his testimony with anyone.

He was preceded in death by his father, Wayne Hurst, as well as his grandparents, and one grandchild.

Loved ones left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 23 years, Beth Saunders Hurst of Slocomb; a son and daughter-in-love:  Michael and Kelly Hurst of Dothan; three daughters and two sons-in-love:  Chrysti Hurst of Slocomb, Jessica and Chance Walker of Tifton, GA, Tiffany and Andrew Howell of Slocomb; grandchildren:  Regina, Brooklyn and two angels on the way; mother and step-father:  Judy and Lee Mathis of Albany, GA; four sisters and two brothers-in-love:  Dina and Vac Royal of Albany, GA, Melissa Hurst of Slocomb, Jan and Gary Martin of Campbellton, FL,  Lisa Baker of Moultrie, GA; brother:  Todd Hurst of Albany, GA; parents-in-love:  Janice and William Saunders of Slocomb; very best friends:  Dennis Kelley and Craig Patterson; several nieces and nephews.