HEADLAND. . .Sue Gulledge Bynum, a resident of Headland, passed away Wednesday afternoon, February 18, 2026, at her home. She was 97.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, February 21, 2026, in the Holman-Headland Mortuary Chapel with Reverend Mike Griggs officiating. Burial will follow in the Pine Level Baptist Church Cemetery, County Road 33, Louisville, Alabama. The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. at the mortuary in Headland.
Mrs. Bynum was born near Blue Springs, Alabama, daughter of the William David Gulledge and Florence Wilkinson Gulledge. She lived most of her adult lifetime in the Newnan and Moreland, Georgia area before moving to Headland in 1995. Mrs. Bynum was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Headland. She was retired as an Inspector and Instructor from International Playtex-Sarah Lee of Newnan, Georgia. Mrs. Bynum was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Floyd Bynum, a daughter, Merle Brown, a grandson, Wayne Brown, a grandson-in-law, Tim Temples, and a step-daughter, Linda Milligan; sisters, Mae Gulledge and Claudia Segars, and brothers, Robert Gulledge, Willie Gulledge, George Ellis Gulledge and Fred Gulledge.
Surviving relatives include a son, William Floyd Bynum (Joy), Ft. Walton Beach, FL; a son-in-law, William C. Brown, Blakely, GA; grandchildren, Scott Brown (Wanda), Gail Temples, Robert Bynum (Cynthia), and Rose Marie Pritt (Charles); nine great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson; several nieces and nephews
HOLMAN-HEADLAND MORTUARY & CREMATIONS IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Phone 334-693-3371. You may sign a guest register at www.holmanmortuaries.com. This establishment does not own a crematory.
Lesbia Rosas Fernandez passed away peacefully at Southeast Health on February 13, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on January 20, 1940, in the Republic of Panama, she was a woman whose presence was characterized by remarkable warmth and whose days were spent nurturing the lives of everyone around her.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date in her hometown of Panama at a later date.
Lesbia was preceded in death by her parents, Ruben Rosas and Petra Maria Herrera, husband, Luis Raul Fernandez and son in law Alberto Asyn. She is survived by her daughters, Carmen Chandler (Martin) and Helena Fernandez; her son, Luis Enrique Fernandez; Grandchildren, Luis Alberto Asyn, Amanda Kirchen, Luis Guillermo Fernandez and Sofia Fernandez
To say that Lesbia loved her family would be an understatement; they were the center of her universe. She demonstrated this love daily through her celebrated cooking. Evenings spent in her kitchen were filled with the aromas of traditional recipes handed down through generations, laughter, and the sharing of stories — all ingredients of the wonderful feasts she lovingly prepared. Her culinary talent was not just a hobby but a means of bringing her family together, an expression of love that will linger in the hearts and palates of those fortunate enough to enjoy it.
Described by all who knew her as loving and kind, Lesbia’s life was a testament to these virtues. Her friends and family recall countless acts of kindness, moments of selfless caregiving, and an unwavering commitment to putting the needs of others before her own. She approached life with a gentle touch and a steadfast resolve to spread warmth and affection — a mission she accomplished daily without exception.
She gave her family faith in God and the strength to do the right thing. Her children were taught Jesus Christ is in control of everything and will supply their needs.
As we say farewell to this remarkable woman, we do so with immense gratitude for the love and light she brought into this world.
Zora Gayle McMullin, 85, of Laurel, MS, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Guardian Angels in Laurel, MS. Born on August 31, 1940, in Headland, Alabama, Gayle lived a life full of love and family.
In her final days, Gayle expressed a deep appreciation for the love and support provided by her family and friends throughout her lifetime. She spoke of so many cherished memories of those that she loved.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James A. McMullin, Jr.; her son, Jim Rosser; her father, Vander Ray Givens; her mother, Elma Louise Sanders Givens; and her brother, Donnie Givens.
Gayle is survived by her sons, Steve Rosser and his wife Dena, and Jim McMullin; her daughters, Beth Reynolds and her husband Herman, and Anice Bell and her husband David. She also leaves behind her brother, Jimmy Givens and his wife Patty, her sister, Ruth Elmore, and her cherished grandchildren, Cody Rosser and his wife Kristen, Carly Rosser, Graham Rosser, and Josh Morris. She is also survived by her best friend Cindy Crotts.
A memorial service will be held at a later date, with arrangements being handled by Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations.
HOLMAN-HEADLAND MORTUARY & CREMATIONS IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Phone 334-693-3371. You may sign a guest register at www.holmanmortuaries.com. This establishment does not own a crematory.
DOTHAN…Mrs. Daisy Lee Griggs, a resident of Dothan (formerly of Ozark), died late Tuesday afternoon, February 17, 2026, at her home. She was 93.
Celebration of Life Services will be held at 5:00 P.M. Monday, February 23, 2026, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Daulton Keel officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 5:00 P.M. Monday at the funeral home. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Griggs, daughter of the late Sampie Wyatt Lee and Minnie Drew Lee, was a proud native of Dale County, growing up near Newton in a close‑knit community that shaped her gentle spirit and strong values. She graduated from Dale County High School in Ozark in 1950, a time she often remembered with fondness and gratitude for the friendships and lessons that stayed with her throughout her life.
She built a long and steady career rooted in dedication and service. She retired from Production Credit, now First South Farm Credit, after twenty years of loyal employment as a secretary. Before that, she worked with Phillips Insurance Agency, Dale Medical Center, and Southeast Gas, all in Ozark. No matter where she worked, she was known for her kindness, her dependability, and the way she treated everyone with respect.
Her faith was a guiding part of her life. She was a devoted member of Ozark First Assembly of God Church, where she poured her heart into serving others. She taught the Fourth Grade Sunday school class, sang in the choir, and served as class secretary in Sunday school. She loved her church family deeply and found great joy in being part of a community that worshiped, learned, and grew together.
Family meant everything to her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Archie O’Brian Griggs, whom she loved dearly, and by her three sisters, Merle Armstrong, Miriam Lee, and Christine Hebb. Their memories remained close to her heart, and she carried their love with her throughout her life.
Mrs. Griggs will be remembered for her gentle nature, her unwavering faith, and the quiet strength she showed in the way she lived each day. She touched many lives through her work, her church, and her friendships, and her legacy of kindness will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Surviving relatives include her two daughters, Debra Hollon (Trent), Deatsville, Alabama and Dianne Lowlavar (Ali), Midland City; two step children, Sharon Berg (Robert), Texas and Brenda O’Brian (Kevin), Ozark; son, Dennis Palmertree, Dothan; sister, Sybil Sharp, Longview, Texas; six grandchildren, Jacob, Chloe, Jared, Jason, Matthew, and Justin; nine great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
BRUNDIDGE…Mrs. Adrianna Shelia Cox Campbell, a resident of Brundidge, died Monday, February 16, 2026, in a Fort Walton Beach, Florida hospital. She was 60.
Graveside services will be held at 4:00 P.M. Monday, February 23, 2026, in William Carter Cemetery in Goshen, with Brother Ashley Faulk officiating. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Campbell, daughter of the late Sam Cargile Cox and Odessa Smart Norris, was a proud native of Elba. She grew up with a strong sense of family and community, and those early roots shaped the way she lived her entire life. She attended Zion Chapel High School, where she made friendships and memories that stayed with her through the years.
She was a hard‑working, creative woman who poured her energy into every venture she took on. Over the years, she owned and operated several thrift stores in the area, places where people didn’t just shop — they visited, talked, laughed, and felt welcome. She also ran auctions, bringing people together with her lively spirit and her natural ability to connect with anyone who walked through the door. She had an eye for treasures, a love for the stories behind them, and a knack for giving old things new life.
She loved jewelry — not just wearing it but finding pieces that sparkled with personality. She also loved to bake, especially cakes, and she enjoyed selling them to friends, neighbors, and anyone who knew how good they were. Baking was one of the ways she showed love, and she took pride in every cake that came out of her kitchen.
Her dogs, Lilly and Bentley, held a special place in her heart. They were her constant companions, her comfort, and her joy. She doted on them, and they adored her right back.
Some of her happiest moments were spent at the beach with family and friends. The sound of the waves, the warm sun, and the laughter of loved ones made those times especially meaningful to her. She also had a deep love for flowers — their colors, their beauty, and the way they brightened any space.
In her later years, she found a new passion: writing songs. It became one of her favorite hobbies, a creative outlet that allowed her to express her thoughts, memories, and feelings in a way that was uniquely her own.
Mrs. Campbell will be remembered for her warm heart, her creativity, her love for her family and pets, and the way she brought joy into the everyday moments of life. Her presence made the world a little brighter, and her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved her.
She was preceded in death by her, father, Sam Cargile Cox; mother, Odessa Smart Norris; stepfather, Billy Ray Norris; sister, Sylvia Odessa Cox; brothers, Sam Cargile Cox, Jr. and Sam Kevin Cox.
Surviving relatives include her husband, Michael L Campbell, Brundidge; son, Juston Whitehead, Troy; step-daughter, Kasey Oates, Montgomery; sisters, Teresa Prescott (Randy), Ozark; Whittney Stone (Bryan), Brundidge and Brittney Norris (Dre Baker), Troy; brother, Eddie Cox (Denise), Elba; three grandchildren, Joel Easton Whitehead, John Mason Snell, and Bentley Blue Whitehead; several nieces and nephews.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Peggy Sue (Belcher) Shelley, a resident of Eufaula, Alabama, died Tuesday, February 18, 2026, at her residence. She was 78 years old.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at White Oak United Methodist Church Cemetery with Rev. Joey McCreight officiating and Glover Funeral Home directing. Flowers will be accepted.
Peggy was born on September 20, 1947, in San Antonio, Texas, to the late Titus Louis and Mildred Louise (Hendrix) Belcher. Peggy obtained her associate’s degree from Wallace College and worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for several years until her retirement. Throughout her career as a nurse, she worked for Crowne Health Care and Medical Center Barbour. She enjoyed reading, gardening, and ancestry. Peggy was a member of Sardis Freewill Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents; loving husband, Roy Wilson Shelley; infant sister, Mary Ann Belcher.
Left to cherish her memories are her children Donna Gates (Billy), Roy Shelley, Jr., and James Shelley (Tammy); four grandchildren, Tiffany Olds (Cory), Cody Nelson, Stephen Shelley, and Meghan Dunn; four great-grandchildren, Nikki Garrett, Cayden Evans, Austyn Olds, and Kensie Olds; sister, Freida McPherson (Mike); brother, Buddy Belcher (Betty Jo).
Asked to serve all pallbearers are Cody Nelson, Stephen Shelley, Cayden Evans, Austyn Olds, Bryan O’Donnal, and Cory Olds.
Glover Funeral Home of Eufaula was entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 687-5725. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
