ABBEVILLE… Wilma Inez Vandeventer Crawford, a resident of Abbeville, Alabama, passed away Monday morning, November 24, 2025, at a Sacred Heart Hospital, in Pensacola, Florida. She was 96.
A complete obituary with a list of survivors will be announced later by Wright Funeral Home & Crematory.
DALEVILLE…Theo Layne Williams, the precious infant son of Dakoda Kdyn and Topanga Kdyn Williams, went peacefully into the arms of his Heavenly Father on Saturday morning, November 22, 2025, at Medical Center Enterprise. At only 4 months old, Layne’s time on earth was brief, but the love he brought into the lives of his family and friends will last forever.
Though his days were few, Theo’s presence was a gift. His smile could light up a room, and his gentle spirit touched everyone who had the joy of holding him close. He was a reminder of pure innocence and unconditional love, and his family will always cherish the moments they shared with him—the soft coos, the tiny fingers wrapped around theirs, and the warmth of his little heartbeat.
Funeral services celebrating Theo’s life will be held at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Northside Baptist Church in Troy, with Reverend Donald Ash leading the service. Following the service, Theo will be laid to rest at Green Hills Cemetery in Troy. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements. Family and friends are invited to gather from 11:00 until 12:00 Noon on Saturday at the church to offer comfort and share memories.
Theo was preceded in death by his maternal grandfathers, Brian Wright and Hugh Hodge, who now welcome him into heaven’s embrace. His family takes comfort in knowing that he is surrounded by love, held safely in the arms of those who went before him, and watched over by angels.
Though words cannot ease the pain of losing such a young life, Theo’s family finds peace in knowing that his short journey was filled with love. His memory will forever be a light in their hearts, a reminder of the beauty of life, no matter how brief.
Surviving relatives other than his parents include his paternal grandparents, Mark Williams, Bonifay, Florida and Ashley Senn, Phoenix, Arizona; maternal grandfather, James Michael Warr, Clayton; aunts and uncles, Isabella Siqquina, Phoenix, Arizona, Marissa War, Dublin, Georgia, Alexander Warr, Clayton, Austin Wright, Ashford, Brandon Wright, Gainesville, Georgia, Brian Wright, Savannah, Georgia, Jeffrey Hodge, Blairsville, Pennsylvania, Oliver Williams, and Loki Williams, both of Bonifay; several other relatives.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
BLAKELY, GA… James Russell Hardeman, a resident of Early Memorial Nursing Home in Blakely, Georgia, passed away Sunday morning, November 23, 2025, at a Dothan Hospital. He was 75.
A memorial service will be held 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at White Oak United Methodist Church in Eufaula, with Reverend Ron Jernigan officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:00 P.M. prior to the service. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Hardeman was born in Ft. Gaines, Georgia to the late Charles James Hardeman and Josephine Spence Hardeman. He served his country in the U.S. National Guard. He earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting. He worked with Circle Pest Control for several years.
Along with his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Catherine Lehr Hardeman and his sister, Vivian Hardeman.
Leaving to cherish his memories are his daughter, Paula Hardeman James (Robert); his son, Matt Hardeman; and his grandchildren, Brianna James, Fayth James, Annabella Pittman, Christopher Sanborn, Jr., and Scarlett James.
John Brannon of Samson, AL passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at Opp Health and Rehabilitation after a short illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home with Minister Craig Holloway officiating. Burial will follow in the Glendale Presbyterian Church Cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday beginning at 1:00 p.m. The family will gather at the home of his sister, Sue Ziglar, at 16646 W. State Highway 52, Kinston, AL 36453.
John was born in Charleston, South Carolina on August 21, 1959, to the late James B. and Edna Earl Holloway Brannon. John worked for many years at the Cotton Mill and Reliable Metal Products in Geneva, AL. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded by two brother, Phillip and William Brannon; brother-in-law, Kenneth Hartman; nephew, Robert Hartman; maternal grandparents, William and Hettie Holloway; paternal grandparents, Jeff and Katherine Brannon.
John is survived by his life partner, Wanda Mock of Samson, AL; one brother, James “Buddy” Brannon of Cross Junction, VA; sisters, Janice Hartman of Samson, AL, Sue Ziglar (Frank) of Samson, AL, Mary Edna Radney (Gene) of Gaskin, FL, and Renee Potter of Destin, FL; 10 nephews, 10 nieces, and numerous great nieces and nephews.
Warren~Holloway~Ward Funeral Home (334) 684-9999, is in charge of arrangements. “Continuing The Trust You’ve Placed In Us” To sign a guest register, please visit: www.whwfuneralhome.com
Mr. Gerald Jackson Greathouse of Dothan passed away Monday, November 24, 2025 at the age of 94.
Graveside services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at Memory Hill Cemetery with Reverend Eddie Littlefield and Reverend Thomas Harrison officiating and Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing.
Gerald was born December 14, 1930 in Barbour County, Alabama to the late Harvey and Bir die Benefield Greathouse. He was a member of Harper’s Joy Assembly of God. Gerald and his wife Queen had a wonderful life together for 76 years.
Along with his parents , he is preceded in death by his brother, Robert Earl Greathouse.
Survivors include his wife, Queen Greathouse, daughters, Lauretta Greathouse, Ann Sensabough, brother, Leonard Greathouse, three grandchildren, Daryn Sensabaugh, Amy Sensabaugh, Chad Sensabaugh, four great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild, and a host of friends.
Danne Proctor, a resident of Dothan, Alabama died Sunday, November 23,2025 at Extendicare Health and Rehab. She was 91.
Graveside services will be held at a later date.
Danne was born to the late Walter and Annie Perkins Nichols on September 30, 1934. After graduating from Malone High School in 1951, she began a career in Optometry, working many years for Dothan Optical before her retirement. She loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and was a faithful member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church. Danne will be dearly missed by all who loved and knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers and four sisters.
Left to cherish her memories are a son, John Proctor (Karen); two daughters, Carla Kirkland (Marc) and Becky Davis (Roger); six grandchildren, Colby Kirkland (Megan), Savannah Robertson (Jacob), Rebecca Mueller (Joseph), Josh Pipkin, Annie Pipkin, and Emily Pipkin; five great grandchildren, McKenzie Kirkland, Chloe Kirkland, Jaxon Bullock, Beau Grammont, Amelia Pipkin, Raeleigh Robertson, and Leighton Robertson.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888.
