Christine Jackson Boykin, a resident of Headland, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026, at a relative’s home in Enterprise. She was 87.
A memorial will be held at New Home Baptist Church Cemetery on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM with Rev. Cliff Quincey officiating. Flowers will be accepted or memorial donations may be made to Burdeshaw-Solomon Senior Center, 107 Boynton Street, Headland, AL 36345.
Christine loved working with her hands, whether she was gardening or creating something meaningful from simple things. She found joy in listening to country music, often paired with her favorite cowboy boots, which reflected her free spirit and style. Christine also enjoyed shopping and thrifting—never in a hurry, always happy just to look and appreciate what she found along the way. Aquasizing was one of her favorite activities and a source of joy throughout her life.
Survivors include her two sons, Pete Boykin, New Brockton, AL; Pat Boykin (Teresa), Enterprise, AL; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren.
You may sign the register book or send condolences to the family at our website: www.searcyfuneralhome.com .
NEWVILLE… Lizzie Ann Harrington, a resident of Newville, Alabama, passed away Tuesday evening, January 6, 2026, at her home. She was 88.
Memorial services will be held 3:00 P.M. Friday January 09, 2026 at Wright Funeral Home and Crematory Chapel with Chaplain Buford Smith officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Ms. Harrington was born in Gordon, Alabama, to the late J. B. McArdle and Glennie Creel McArdle. She previously attended Sardis Baptist Church in Abbeville. A master gardener and devoted horticulturist, she was known for her remarkable skill and unwavering dedication. She found great joy in cultivating life and beauty, both in the gardens she tended and in the lives she touched.
Her greatest passion, however, was her family, whom she loved deeply and wholeheartedly. She also enjoyed serving others through her work as a volunteer Foster Grandparent with SARCOA at Headland Elementary School, where she shared kindness, patience, and encouragement with countless children.
Her legacy of love, hard work, and gentle strength will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Randall Leon Harrington; son, Harry Kenneth Hampton; sisters, Ruth Whitehead, Lusetta McArdle Edwards; and a brother, Gary McArdle.
Surviving relatives include her son, David Hampton; grandchildren, Joshua Hampton and Krystal Hampton;; sister, Barbara Anderson; great grandchildren, Randall Watson, Addilyn Scalia, Dominic Scalia; several other loving cousins and family members.
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Stephanie Lee Stewart, a resident of Dothan, Alabama died Sunday, December 29, 2025 at Flowers Hospital. She was 46.
There are no services planned at this time and memorialization will be by cremation.
Stephanie was born January 20, 1979 in Dothan, Alabama to the late William Gregory and Melinda Diane Singletary Johnson. She was a lifelong resident of Dothan and enjoyed her three dogs.
Survivors include her children, Sarah Johnson, Isabella Johnson and Jackson Brooks; sister, Amy Penn (Jason) and her nephews, Ryan Morgan and Kason Penn.
Sarah Emmaline Patrick, age 80, of Dothan, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Born on July 12, 1945, in Dayton, Ohio, Sarah lived a life marked by faith, service, creativity, and a deep love for learning.
She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Robert Clyde Patrick and Alice Lucille Patrick.
Sarah is survived by her aunt, Thelma Ruth Rench; her cousin, Lawrence Anthony “Tony” Rench of Armuchee, Georgia; other cherished cousins; and a wide circle of dear friends formed through her lifelong career in education and her faithful involvement at First Baptist Church Dothan. She also leaves behind her devoted feline companion, Luna, who brought her much comfort and joy.
A passionate and highly respected educator, Sarah devoted all of her career to the field of mathematics education. She taught K–12 mathematics in Georgia and Alabama before joining the faculty at Troy University Dothan, where she taught 31 years. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mathematics Education from Georgia State University and remained deeply committed to professional excellence throughout her career. Sarah was an active member of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, the Alabama Council of Teachers of Mathematics, and the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics. In 2015, she retired from Troy University Dothan as a full professor, leaving behind a legacy of scholarship, mentorship, and lasting influence on countless students and fellow educators.
Beyond the classroom, Sarah was richly gifted in many creative pursuits. She sang faithfully in the choir at First Baptist Church Dothan and shared her musical talents as a clarinetist with the Community Band. She was also well known for her remarkable handiwork, lovingly creating beautiful crocheted afghans and quilts that became treasured gifts for family and friends.
A longtime and devoted member of First Baptist Church Dothan, Sarah’s faith was central to her life. She lived with quiet grace, generosity, and a servant’s heart, always offering encouragement, wisdom, and kindness to all who knew her.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Sarah’s memory to First Baptist Church Dothan, the First Baptist Church Mission Fund, the Wiregrass Humane Society, or a charity of one’s choice.
A celebration of Sarah’s life will be held on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 2pm in the Sunset Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Taylor Rutland and Rev. Bob Gross officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. She will be laid to rest in Westview Cemetery in Atlanta, GA.
James David Nall, a resident of Abbeville, Alabama died Tuesday, January 6, 2026 in Dothan, Alabama. He was 66.
Memorial services for James will be held at 11 AM Saturday, January 10, 2026 in Ward Wilson Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Doug Seale officiating. The family will receive friends from 10 AM until service time at the funeral home.
James was born April 11, 1959 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Charles and Doris Schumacher Nall. He moved to Dothan at an early age and was a 1978 graduate of Dothan High School. Following graduation, he went to work at Farley Nuclear Plant where he was a CAPS Facilitator. James was an extraordinary man who had many interests but enjoyed softball, golf and even ballet. He moved to the lake in 2019 where he enjoyed the rest of his life.
Survivors include his children, Jonathan Nall (Debbie), Beth Donaldson (Bryce) and Carol Long; grandchildren, Shelby Turner, Elijah Turner, Selah Turner, Jackson Griffin, Ben Long, Asher Long and Elijah Long; siblings, Steve Nall, Tim Nall (Melinda), Mark Nall (Marianne), Matt Nall (Ramona), Ken Nall (Nancy) and Diane York (Dan).
Christine Jackson Boykin, a resident of Headland, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026, at a relative’s home in Enterprise. She was 87.
