Obituary from Holman Funeral Home of Ozark – Ozark, Alabama
Mrs. Trudie Elizabeth Furman Lane, a resident of Ozark, died Monday, February 16, 2026, at her home. She was 73 years old. A memorial service for Mrs. Lane will be held 11:00 A.M. Monday, February 23, 2026, in the Chapel of Holman Funeral Home in Ozark with Reverend Tim Bates officiating, Holman Funeral Home of Ozark directing. Interment will be in Fort Mitchell National Veterans Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home in Ozark Monday from 10:00 A.M. until service time.
Mrs. Lane was born March 29, 1952 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to the late William Frederick Furman and Josephine Dorothy Seitz Furman. She moved to Ozark in 2002 where was a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church. Mrs. Lane enjoyed baking and decorating cakes. Survivors include her husband, Raymond James Lane of Ozark; two daughters, Kris Farrier of Ozark and Melanie Lane of Eureka, California; one son, Joe Trudeau of Wetumpka, Alabama; grandchildren, Tyler Farrier, Sarafina Lane, Jackson Lane, Rosetta Lane, Joe Trudeau, Jr., Ethan Trudeau, Victoria Trudeau and Selina Trudeau; and one sister and brother-in-law, Mary and Mark Stevens of Ocala, Florida.
Sylvia Thomas, a woman whose life was defined by love and faith, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 89. Born on November 30, 1936 in Milton, Florida, to the late John and Sarah Sullivan, Sylvia lived each day with a gentle spirit, a generous heart, and a deep devotion to her family and her Lord.
Sylvia was the devoted wife of the late L.C. Thomas, and together they built a life rooted in commitment, faith, and enduring love. She treasured her family deeply and shared a special bond with her sister, Jane Sullivan, her nieces and nephews, and sister in law, Janice Sullivan, who survive her. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Bill E. Sullivan and Edward Charles Sullivan, and her sisters, Linda Louise Sullivan and Carolyn Sue Sullivan. Though many of her loved ones went before her, Sylvia carried their memories with her always.
A faithful member of Grandview Baptist Church, Sylvia’s church family meant the world to her. She found great joy in worship, in singing the old hymns she loved so dearly, and in serving wherever she was needed. Her faith was not just something she spoke about, it was something she lived daily, through her kindness, her encouragement, and her quiet acts of service.
Sylvia had a gift for making people feel at home, especially within her church family. At Grandview Baptist Church, she was a steady and welcoming presence, always greeting others with a warm smile and a kind word. She found joy in church fellowships and gatherings, taking pride in preparing dishes to share and helping set the tables for meals that brought everyone together. She made sure no one felt left out, offering not only food but encouragement and genuine care. Laughter and heartfelt conversations were a natural part of her time at church, where her faith and love for others shone so brightly.
Those who knew Sylvia will remember her as loving, kind, and steadfast in her faith. She offered comfort without being asked, wisdom without judgment, and support without hesitation. Her life was a beautiful example of simple goodness lived out faithfully day after day.
A celebration of Sylvia’s life will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Grandview Baptist Church with Pastor Mike Grimes officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. She will be laid to rest in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery.
Her presence will be deeply missed, but the love she shared and the faith she lived will continue to shine in the hearts of all who knew her.
Sunset Memorial Park Funeral Home and Crematory, 1700 Barrington Road Midland City, AL 36350 (334)983-6604
Nadine Smith McGee of Geneva, AL passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026. She was 60.
A time of visitation to celebrate Nadine’s life will be on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the chapel of Warren Holloway ward Funeral Home in Geneva, AL.
Nadine was born on September 20, 1965, in New Jersey to the late John Reading and Phyllis Smith. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and sister. She retired from Flowers Hospital in Dothan, AL where she worked as a surgical technician for 8 years. Since her retirement, she has spent time antique shopping, trading, and collecting. She was known for selling her “nic nax” online and sharing ideas with others of like mind.
Nadine is survived by her husband of 13 years, David Ray McGee of Geneva, AL; three sons, Curtis Lee Bowler, Jr. of Geneva, AL, Jeremey Richard Bowler of Crestview, FL and Jonathan Reading Trammell of Geneva, AL; one granddaughter who was the apple of her eye, Steeley Grey Bowler of Crestview, FL and three siblings and an adopted daughter, Miriam Roberts.
Mr. Robert V. Brackin of Cottonwood passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the age of 88.
Graveside services will be held at 10 A.M. Monday, February 23, 2026, at Gardens of Memory Cemetery with Chaplain Darryl Bates officiating and Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing.
Robert was born November 3, 1937, and started a life as a young farmer. He worked as a electrician for 60 years and retired as an electric maintenance for Whitehead Milling.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Brackin.
Robert is survived by his son, Wayne Brackin, and grandchildren, Nocona (Josh), Mickey, Dakota, Dillon, great-grandson, Brixton all of Cottonwood, sisters, Dorothy Whitten, Janice Mills, brothers, Arthur, Dan, Charles Ray, and Billy Brackin.
Serving as pallbearers will be Arthur Brackin, Charles Ray Brackin, Dan Brackin, Steve Whitten, Mickey Marshall, Dakota Brackin, Dillon Brackin, and Josh McClendon.
Sarai Amira Albury, precious daughter and beloved light of her family, was born on March 8, 2025, and passed away on February 12, 2026, in Birmingham. Though her time on this earth was brief, Sarai’s life was filled with love, laughter, and sweet moments that will be cherished forever.
Sarai had a joyful spirit that brightened every room. She loved watching Bluey, her face lighting up with excitement at her favorite characters. Her gentle presence and innocent happiness brought immeasurable joy to those around her.
She is survived by her loving mother, Jamie Albury, and father, Timothy Clark; her grandparents, Shirley Albury and James Albury Sr.; her uncles and aunties, James Albury, Jr. (Lacey), Patricia Beaty, Terra Ball, Madison Dupriest, Donna Wigham, Wanda Albury, and Alice Bennett; her cousins, Celeste Albury, Oaklynn Dupriest, and Southerlynn Dupriest; her special cousin, Tierra Nickerson; and a host of other family members who will forever hold her memory close to their hearts.
Though Sarai’s days were few, the love she gave and the joy she brought will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered always.
A celebration of Sarai’s life will be held on Monday, February 23, 2026, at 2:00pm at Sunset Funeral Home. The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service. She will be laid to rest in Sunset Memorial Park.
Glenda Taylor Ragan, a resident of Dothan, AL went to be with the Lord on Feb 15, 2026. She was 87 years old. Glenda was a member of Cloverdale United Methodist Church since 1994, Lafayette St. United Methodist Church before that. She and her family moved to 504 Church St. Dothan, AL and homesteaded (1970s). She worked with Alfa Insurance for 22 ½ years and felt her co-workers were her extended family. After retiring from the Insurance Co., she worked at Ray’s Restaurant.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, February 20, 2026, at Cloverdale Methodist with Dr. Ernie Gray officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Hill Cemetery with Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing.
Glenda was preceded in death by her husband, John (Jack) Ragan; daughter, Debra Ragan Heffner; brother, Morgan Lee Taylor, Jr.; her dad, Morgan Lee Taylor, Sr.; Mother-in-law and Father-in-law; John and Teresa Ragan, and in 2017 her mother, Ollie Taylor (she was 102 ½ years young).
Surviving is her son, Johnny H. Ragan (Allison); son-in-law Robert P. Heffner, Jr. (Paige); Brother-in-law, James E. Ragan (Betty Anne); nieces, Pamela Gottlieb (Jack), Dianna Worsham (Kelly), nephews, Morgan Lee Taylor III (Mitzy), Patrick Ragan; Grandchildren, Jacob P. Heffner (Lauren), Justin M. Ragan, Heidi L. Linsell (Josh), Jordan T. Ragan (Jordan), and great-grandchildren, Leila Mae Ragan, Davis Taylor Ragan and Jack William Heffner.
To several of my special friends, Judy McClain and family, Ruby, Cooper Mims and family, Deanna and George Tatom and family, all of the Sizemore family, and to ALL my family and Friends It’s not Goodbye, it’s I hope to see you again someday.
We want to tell our church membership how much we appreciate all you have done for our family over the years. It may be a smaller church, but the hearts are extra-large.
