ABBEVILLE…Jeanette Joyce Leggett, 63, of Abbeville, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on August 26, 1962, in Cleveland, Ohio, Jeanette later made Alabama her home, where she built a life centered around family, love, laughter, and making memories with those she cherished most.
Jeanette was the devoted wife of Mark Leggett, with whom she shared countless adventures, especially riding together on their motorcycle and enjoying life side by side. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures—soaking up the sunshine, spending time at the beach, watching Lifetime movies, and, if you knew her well, enjoying a little Fireball while sharing laughs with family and friends. She never met a celebration she didn’t enjoy and was always ready for a party, a family gathering, or simply spending time with the people she loved.
More than anything, Jeanette loved taking care of her family. She expressed her love through home-cooked meals, making sure everyone was fed, comfortable, and happy, and creating a home where family and friends always felt welcome. Her greatest happiness came from being surrounded by those she loved.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Renita Telencio and her twin sister, Lynette Armstrong.
Jeanette is survived by her loving husband, Mark Leggett; her children, Jacquie Redding (Blake), Michelle Cordova (Joshua), Georgie Lambert (Jennifer), David Telencio, and Gage Leggett (Taylor); her cherished grandchildren, Makayla, Ashlyn, Sophia, Olivia, Brennan, Jack, Addison, Aiden, Oakland, and Lane, who were the light of her life; her father, Mike Telencio; her sisters, Cheryl Corlett (Bill) and Renee Hale (Steve); her brother, Michael “Mickey” Telencio (Karen); and many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
Jeanette will be remembered for her generous heart, her fun-loving spirit, and the way she made everyone feel like family. She loved deeply, laughed often, and lived life on her own terms.
The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to Gentiva Hospice for the care of love shown to Mrs. Leggett during her illness.
Christina “Christie” Hall passed into the presence of the Lord on July 9, 2026 in Dothan, Alabama.
Christie was known for her love of her dogs, painting and anything of art. She had a very serious and whimsical spirit. She spent her 40 year career in nursing assisting others and will be remembered for her caring heart and pursuit of providing care for others.
Christie is proceeded in death by her loving husband Robert B Hall.
Parents George and Hilda Heider, sister Carol Rodgers. Sons Rey Gustason and Lee Hall. She leaves behind Brothers George Heider, John Heider, “Pam” of Smith Mountain Lake Virginia, Daughter Daphne Marden, “John” of Dothan Alabama and their children Zachary Marden, “Megan” and their sons Liam Marden and JP Marden of Dothan Alabama, and their daughter Amanda Linton, “Ryan” and their daughters Bella McNelley and Scarlett Hatcher of Opelika Alabama. Son Allen Gustason of San Antonio Texas. Widow to Rey Gustason, Stephanie of Chipley Florida and their children Somer Davis, “Chad” and their children Cooper and Barrett of Chipley Florida, son Noah Gustason, “Skyler” and their sons Beau and Baker of Panama City Florida.
Son R. Bruce Hall “Anne” of Dothan Alabama and their children Meredith Rich, “Jimmy of Dothan Alabama , Mason Hall of Huntsville Alabama, and Madeline Barfield, “James” and her two boys Bennett and JT of Gainesville Florida , Brian Wilson and his children Caleb and Riley of Dothan Alabama, Kelley Rase and her child Cooper of Dothan Alabama. Granddaughters Caroline Keating. “Cal” and her daughter Claire of Santa Monica California, Courtney Hammons, “Jonathan” and her daughter Charlotte of Saraland Alabama. Sister-in-law Harriet Diamond, “Chip” of Atlanta Georgia,
And very special friends whom she loved dearly, Charlie and Harri Anne Smith of Slocomb Alabama, and longtime friend whom she adored Fay Ferrell.
While honoring Christie’s wishes, a small graveside service for immediate family will be held as Sunset Memorial Funeral Home. If you would like to honor Christie’s memory, please donate to your local animal shelter.
Marietha Hamm Strickland, age 79 of Eufaula, formerly of Clio passed away July 10, 2026, in the Eufaula nursing facility after an extended illness.
Graveside services will be held 11 a.m., Monday, July 13, 2026 at Pea River Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Grandson-in-law, Haisten Smith will officiate. The family will receive friends from 10 to 10:45 a.m., at Keahey Funeral Home of Clio. Serving as pallbearers will be Shaun Thompson, Jered Long, Jason Thompson, Austin Ohliger, Brooks Welk, and Matthew Welk. Keahey Funeral Home entrusted with the arrangements.
Left to cherish her memory, daughter, Tiffany (Blair) Welk of Eufaula, AL; son, Bryan (Penny) Strickland of Skipperville, AL; sister, Laura (Pat) King of Michigan; sisters-in-law, Evelyn Hamm of Clio, AL; Brenda (Larry) Long of Blue Springs, AL; Mary Frances Thompson of Blue Springs, AL; grandchildren,Taylor (Hannah) Welk, Matthew Welk, Brooks (Victoria) Welk, Kayla (Austin) Ohliger, Chelsie (Haisten) Smith; great grandchildren, Emma Ohliger, Kollins Welk and Wyatt Welk.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Harvey Hamm and Madeline Ladner and husband, Jerome Strickland, brothers, James Hamm and Grover Hamm. For many years, Marietha owned and operated Clio Flower Shop. In her retirement she loved shopping and going to the beach and spending time with her family. She will be dearly missed.
Lana’s Flowers (850 819 3344) will be serving the family with the floral arrangements
Cynthia Ann “Cindy” Tate, 54, of Cottonwood, Alabama, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and friends.
A Celebration of Cindy’s Life will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at Ward Wilson Funeral Home with Dr. Ricky Plummer officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. until the start of the service.
Cindy was born on August 1, 1971, in Hollywood, Florida, to Jackie and Woody Bryan. She spent many years successfully running her own business, where she earned the respect, admiration, and love of her employees through her dedication, hard work, and caring heart.
Above all else, Cindy cherished her family. She found her greatest joy in making memories with those she loved. She had a passion for fishing, spending time at the beach—her happy place—skydiving, cruising, Auburn football, and just about any outdoor adventure. She loved riding motorcycles, had a need for speed, and could drive just about anything with a motor. Her adventurous spirit was matched only by her generous heart. Cindy was always willing to lend a helping hand and never hesitated to put others before herself.
Cindy is survived by her loving husband of 18 years, Carl Tate; her mother, Jackie Bryan; her stepdaughter, Morgan “Tony Munguia” Davis; her stepson, Hatch Davis; her beloved grandchildren, Davis, Caidyn, Jordon, Alex, and Whitt; her brother, Chuck “Michelle” Bryan; her sisters, Harriet Bailey and Terri “Pat” Dunn Sellers; her brother-in-law, Jimmy Tate; her aunts, Patty Morea and Tina Odom; her uncle, Jack “Debbie” Ooem; her nephew, Dustin Chavis; her nieces, Kristine “Dan” McKnight, Sabrina “Charles” Ledford, Cassady Starling and her son, Kyzer Franklin and Jada “Jeff” Culbreth; nephew, Ashton Starling; cousin, Nancy Boulahanis and her children, Sophia and Christopher Boulahanis; special friends, Bobby and Diane Dean, along with many cousins, extended family members, and dear
She was preceded in death by her father, Woody Bryan; her brother, Jimmy Bryan; her daughter, Amanda; her maternal and paternal grandparents; her uncle, Tommy Morea; her great-nephew, Aiden Bryan; her great-niece, Saylor McKnight; and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Irvin and Linda Tate.
Cindy’s love, laughter, adventurous spirit, beautiful smile, and unwavering kindness touched countless lives. Though she will be deeply missed, her memory will live on forever in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Ralph Edward Scott, age 88, of Dothan, Alabama, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, at Westside Terrace, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on August 24, 1937, in Mississippi,Ralph lived a life dedicated to service, compassion, and faith.
For 27 years, he served as a VA Clinical Social Worker, where his gentle wisdom and unwavering empathy touched countless lives. As Director of the Alcohol and Substance Abuse Treatment Program, Ralph co-founded a regional conference on addiction treatment, mentored fellow professionals, and advocated tirelessly for those in need.
Ralph’s journey in education and service was marked by excellence and integrity. He attended Mississippi State University on a football scholarship and was an active member of the Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity. He went on to earn a Master of Social Work degree from Louisiana State University and completed postgraduate studies in Alcoholism Studies at Rutgers University. His dedication to mental health extended into the classroom as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Southern Mississippi, where he taught courses on the treatment of alcohol and substance abuse with the same compassion that defined his professional life. He was a Rotarian and also served on the supervisory committee of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Federal Credit Union.
A man of deep faith, Ralph devoted much of his life to serving the church. He was a longtime member of Robinwood Baptist Church in Saucier, Mississippi, where he served as Chairman of the Deacons, Sunday School Director, and adult Sunday School teacher. After moving to Dothan, he became a faithful member of Calvary Baptist Church.
Ralph’s life was rich with a love for the outdoors and life’s simple pleasures. He enjoyed golfing, camping, and hunting with friends, always bringing laughter and warmth to those around him.
Those who knew him best remember his gentle spirit, soft-spoken nature, generous heart, and remarkable ability to see the good in everyone he met.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Carolyn Hill Scott; his son, Jonathan Todd Scott, and daughter-in-law, Jennifer Lutrell Scott, of Dothan; and five cherished grandchildren—JT, Mason, Colton, Davis, and Adair—who were the pride and joy of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, Barner B. Scott and Ruby Webb Scott; his brothers, Thomas V. Scott and B.B. Scott Jr. and his sister, Barbara Brogan.
The family will receive friends on Friday, July 17, 2026, from 4:00 until 5:30 p.m. at Ward Wilson Funeral Home in Dothan. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Interment will take place at Union Line Cemetery in Soso, Mississippi.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the charity of one’s choice in honor of Ralph’s lifelong dedication to helping others.
Marietha Hamm Strickland, age 79 of Eufaula, formerly of Clio passed away July 10, 2026, in the Eufaula nursing facility after an extended illness.
