Billy James Oliver, 55, of Hartford, passed away at his home on May 19, 2026.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Sorrells Funeral Home with Brother Steve Etheridge officiating and Sorrells Funeral Home directing.
The family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 a.m. and continuing until service time.
Billy Oliver was born September 27, 1970 to the late Sam and Carol Tyson Hambright in Ft. Gordon, Georgia. After graduating from Chandler High School, Billy entered the Army. He later attended college and began a career in construction. Billy enjoyed all sports, especially Alabama Crimson Tide football, and was always quick to yell “ROLL TIDE!” He also loved fishing, his dogs, and spending time playing in casinos.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors to carry on his memory include his loving wife Julia Adams Oliver of Hartford; son, Kaleb James Oliver (Aubrey) of Hartford; sisters: Kendra Oliver-Boustedt (Bo), Kris Oliver Hammock (Mark); two nieces and other extended family and friends.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society in Billy’s memory.
Reverend Gerald Houston Maddox, a former resident of the Screamer Community, near Abbeville, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Valley View Health and Rehabilitation in Madison, Alabama. He was 89.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Liberty Methodist Church with Reverand Tom Skeen officiating. Burial will follow in the Liberty Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. prior to the service. Holman-Abbeville Mortuary is in charge of the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Liberty Methodist Church Cemetery Fund c/o Winnie Landsverk, 111 Kirkland Street, Abbeville, AL 36310.
Rev. Maddox was born in Dothan, Alabama. He graduated from Dothan High School in 1955. He earned an undergraduate degree from Troy University and a Masters of Divinity from Emory University. He dedicated his life to serving God through ministry. Rev. Maddox served as a minister of the United Methodist Church beginning in 1956 while he was still in college. He continued to serve as a minister at various United Methodist Churches such as Capital Heights in Montgomery, Park Street in Troy, and Moundville in Moundville until 1983. In 1984, Rev. Maddox began working at the Alabama-West Florida Conference headquarters in Andalusia. There he held various roles including in missions and with the conference treasurer. His service did not stop with his retirement in 1998. Rev. Maddox became a retired supply minister and worked with the conference credit union for many years after his retirement.
In addition to being a pastor, Rev. Maddox served in the Air National Guard at Dannelly Field, in Montgomery, Alabama. In 1989, he was awarded the rank of Colonel and State Staff Chaplain. He retired in 1992, after over 25 years of service.
Reverend Maddox was preceded in death by his parents, Edward James and Jamie Sue Lassiter Maddox and both his brothers, James Maddox and Jack Maddox.
Leaving to cherish his memories are his wife of 67 years , Emily Joyce Watford Maddox; their three children, Dr. Greg Maddox (Dr. Sheryl McCurdy), Chris Maddox (Helen) and Joyia McCurley (Mark); his six grandchildren, Jason Maddox; Katherine Maddox (Thomas Burgermeister); Anthony Larson; Emily Schweikert (CJ); Logan McCurley; Sydney McCurley; his three great grandchildren Emalie Maddox-Brummitt; Theodore Bugermeister Maddox; Cyrus Schweikert; his sister-in-law Cecelia Martin Maddox; and the Watford family, who Gerald dearly loved.
The family would like to thank Stacy and Hospice Family Care and the staff at Valley View Health and Rehabilitation for their care.
HOLMAN ABBEVILLE MORTUARY & CREMATIONS IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Phone 334-585-5261. You may sign a guest register at www.holmanmortuaries.com. This establishment does not own a crematory.
OZARK…Mr. William “Bill” M. Segrest (Sergeant First Class, United States Army, Retired), a resident of Ozark, went to his heavenly home on Tuesday evening, May 19, 2026, in Enterprise. He was 98.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, May 22, 2026, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Don McCall officiating. Graveside services, with full military honors, will follow in Woodlawn Memory Gardens. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. Friday at the funeral home.
Mr. Segrest, the son of the late Aurelious August Segrest and Phosa Corbia Segrest, was born in Charleston, South Carolina, a place that shaped his early years and remained a part of him throughout his life. After finishing high school, he answered the call to serve his country and joined the United States Army in 1945. What began as a young man’s step into adulthood became a proud and honorable military career that spanned nearly twenty‑five years.
He served during the World War II era and the Korean War, dedicating himself fully to the soldiers beside him and the mission before him. Through hard work, discipline, and unwavering commitment, he rose to the rank of Sergeant First Class before retiring at Fort Rucker in 1969. His service left a legacy of courage, sacrifice, and quiet strength—qualities that defined him long after he hung up his uniform.
Outside of the Army, Mr. Segrest found joy in the simple, peaceful parts of life. He loved fishing, spending long, calm hours by the water, and he had a talent for upholstery, working with his hands to bring new life to well‑loved pieces. These hobbies weren’t just pastimes—they were reflections of his patience, his craftsmanship, and his appreciation for the world around him.
He was a faithful member of Campground Baptist Church in Ozark, where he found fellowship, comfort, and a spiritual home. His faith guided him, grounded him, and shaped the way he treated others—with kindness, humility, and sincerity.
Mr. Segrest was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Annie Lee Rhinehardt Segrest. Their bond was strong, and he carried her memory with him always.
Those who knew him will remember a man of quiet dignity, steady presence, and a heart shaped by service—to his country, his family, his church, and his community. His life was long, meaningful, and filled with purpose, and his memory will continue to live on in the stories shared and the lives he touched.
Surviving relatives include his daughter, Betty Watson (Jimmy), Ozark; two grandchildren, Craig Blocker (Jessica) and Chris Blocker (Jennifer); five great-grandchildren; five great-great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Robert (Bob) Robertson, age 77, of Dothan, AL, passed away on May 17th, 2026.
Born on April 6th, 1949, in Clayton, AL, to William Henry Robertson, III and Mildred Smart Robertson, Bob was well known for his congeniality, sense of humor, and welcoming personality. His life was marked by warmth, loyalty, and a deep devotion to the people and places he loved.
Bob grew up with a lifelong passion for sports, deeply treasuring the friendship and fellowship he experienced through his many athletic endeavors. He was a talented high school football and basketball player, and later, a dedicated lover of golf. Remaining active throughout his entire life, he cherished his golfing community tremendously; it was truly one of his greatest joys.
Bob attended the University of Alabama, graduating with a degree in Business Marketing. While at university, he was a proud member of the Sigma Nu fraternity. These years were pivotal in developing lifelong friendships that he cherished, while helping foster the drive and discipline that led to a fulfilling career.
After graduating, Bob pursued a successful career at Alabama Crown Distributing Co., where he was highly valued and respected for over 30 years. Known for his professionalism, steadfast judgment, and good humor, he was a dedicated leader and teammate until his retirement in 2019.
Ultimately, Bob was best known for his easygoing nature, finding immense joy in the people and activities he loved, and truly being a friend to all. To know Bob was to feel loved and valued by him.
Bob is survived by his loving wife, Sandra Robertson; his children, Robert Robertson (Jennifer) and Kathryn Martin (Seth); his stepchildren, Jerod Hauffe (Heather), Amanda Thompson (Craig), and Savannah Spears (Dakota); his grandchildren, Lydia, Ellison, Tate, Mary Carter, and Campbell; his step-grandchildren, Jordan, Carys, Wynter, Josiah, Emmy, August, Isla, and Eva; his sister and brother-in-law, Janie and Charles Sowell; and his beloved cocker spaniel, Rutan. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Henry Robertson, III and Mildred Smart Robertson; his brother, William (Bill) Henry Robertson, IV; and his stepson, Jeremiah Snell.
Bob will be remembered for the kindness, humor, and steady presence he brought to his family and friends. He lived with a genuine appreciation for people, and his legacy will remain in the hearts of those who loved him. We love and treasure you, Bob—you will be missed beyond measure.
Services celebrating Bob’s life will be held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Ward-Wilson Memory Hill, 2414 Hartford Hwy, Dothan, AL 36305. The family will receive friends for a visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m., with a memorial service beginning at 2:00 p.m., immediately followed by a graveside ceremony.
It is with heartfelt reverence that we announce the passing of Mrs. Robbie Nell Langford, a beloved member of the Echo Community in Dale County, who peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the age of 81.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held to honor Mrs. Langford’s memory at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Omega Holiness Church. Reverend Jamie Hattaway and Rev. Daniel Vance will officiate the service, with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing the arrangements. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church one hour prior to the service to offer their condolences and share in remembrance.
Mrs. Langford was born on October 26, 1944, in Dale County to the late Robert Zinnamon and Beulah Mae Brackin Smith. Throughout her working years, she was dedicated in her service at Cowikee Mills, Goody Products, and ultimately retired after more than two decades of faithful employment at Walmart.
A woman of deep and abiding faith, Mrs. Langford was a cherished member of Omega Holiness Church for over 47 years, where she faithfully served as Sunday school secretary. Her life was a testament to humble service; she shunned the spotlight, lovingly supporting her family and church with quiet strength and unwavering devotion. Known for her unconditional love, she enriched the lives of all who knew her, consistently exemplifying the teachings of Christ through her daily actions. As a steadfast prayer warrior, she devoted much time to the study of God’s word and led her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, affectionately called her “Dolls”, with grace and love.
Mrs. Langford was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter Linda Ann Langford, her great-grandson Emmett Luke Langford, and her brothers Kenneth Gene, Dewey Lee, and Leroy Smith.
She leaves to cherish her memory her children Brenda Gail Langford Windham, and Ricky Langford and his wife Hazel; her grandchildren Jennifer Bridges (Colby), Heather Hutto (Mickey), Candace Jaggars (Joe), and Stephen Langford; great-grandchildren MaddiGrace, Jackson, and Ryleigh Jaggars, Hayden, and Lauren Abigail “LA” Bridges, Manuel Pinacho, and Karter Murphy; her sisters Nellie Smith, Elizabeth Crabb, and Rena Dwight; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
Mrs. Langford’s life was a blessing to all who knew her, a serene example of faith, love, and service that will endure in the hearts of her loved ones forever.
Yolanda Jane “Nana” Kimble of Dothan, AL and formerly of Samson, AL passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. She was 74 years old.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Piney Grove Assembly of God Church with Rev. Jack Chancey officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL directing. The family will receive friends at the church on Thursday beginning at 2:00 p.m.
Yolanda was born in Ozark, AL on January 21, 1952, to the late Athenian and Jo Versie Peacock Holley.
She spent many years working at Crews BBQ in Samson, Alabama, alongside her longtime companion, Raymond Crews. During that time, she became a familiar and cherished presence to many, known for her dependable nature, her welcoming smile, and the care she brought to every task. Her work there reflected the strong work ethic and commitment to service that defined so much of her life.
Yolanda also devoted herself to education and childcare in meaningful ways. She worked as a substitute teacher and served as a co-owner of Ma Holley’s Daycare in Samson, Alabama, where she lovingly nurtured and inspired young children for years. Her influence on the lives of those children was lasting, and many will remember her as someone who offered patience, encouragement, and genuine affection.
In her spare time, Yolanda enjoyed crocheting and fishing. These simple pleasures brought her peace and happiness, and they reflected her appreciation for quiet moments and the beauty of everyday life.
She is survived by two daughters, Vonda Williamson (Dana Harnage), and Misty Grimes (Randy); grandchildren, Gage Sanders (Kate), Cole Williamson (Madison), and Dani Stewart (Jacob); great grandchildren, Grayson Stewart, Walker Stewart, and Maeve Holly Sanders; three sisters, Jennie Mock (Ronnie), Gail Chancey, and Kaye Chancey (Jack); several nieces and nephews; and her precious fur babies, Stella and Ginger, and her beloved grand-dog, Max
The family would like to thank Kasee Mock Herington, Jennifer Stevens, Jessica Stevens, and Robyn Carr for their excellent love and care.
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
Billy James Oliver, 55, of Hartford, passed away at his home on May 19, 2026.
