OZARK…Savannah Ross Coaker, a resident of Ozark, passed away late Friday afternoon, January 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, at the home of her parents, near Clio. She was 28.
A complete obituary with a list of survivors will be announced later by Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Timothy Dewayne Morrow, age 57, of Ashford, passed away at his home on Sunday, January 11, 2026.
Timothy was born August 3, 1968, in Florida to Andrew Morrow and Diane Pugh Ellison. He worked as a welder at Qualico Steel, where he was known for his strong work ethic and dedication.
Timothy enjoyed staying busy and working with his hands. In his free time, he loved fishing, carpentry, playing baseball, and cheering on the Florida State Seminoles. He also enjoyed traveling, grilling, and relaxing while watching westerns.
He was preceded in death by his father, Andrew Morrow.
Timothy is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Kathy Ann Wallace Morrow; his daughters, Kayla Miller and Leslie Morrow; grandchildren, Hunter Miller, Jacobi Coachman, Jaylen Caine, and Jayden Caine; sisters, Angie Lenoir (Dewayne) and Stephanie Ginther (Bill); his aunt, Doris Robbins; along with numerous cousins and friends who will miss him dearly.
NEWTON. . .Donna Fay Hall Stanford, a resident of Newton, passed away Friday morning, January 16, 2026. She was 67.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, January 18, 2026, in the Holman-Headland Mortuary Chapel with Brother Ricky Jenkins and Pastor Andy Wood officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. Sunday at the mortuary in Headland.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Vivian B. Adams School, 2047 Stuart Tarter Road, Ozark, AL36360.
Fay was born in Dothan and lived all her life in Midland City and Newton. She was the daughter of George Howard Hall and Louise Reeder Hall both of Newton. Fay was a 1977 graduate of Dale County High School and was a majorette and played the drums in the high school band. She was medically retired from TRW Globe Motors. Fay was of the Pentecostal Faith. She was an avid University of Alabama Football and Atlanta Braves baseball fan. Fay was preceded in death by her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Quenton and Nora Benton Stanford, sisters in law, Brenda Stanford and Delaine Blocker Stanford, and a brother-in-law, Greg Gerber.
Surviving relatives in addition to her parents is her husband, Mark Stanford; a daughter, Nicole Stanford Grider (Andrew), Rapid City, SD; sisters, Georgia Givens (Larry), Dothan; her twin sister, Kay Gerber, Midland City; and Tina Hall and Geena Walsh, both of Newton; grandchildren, Gavin Grider and Gracie Grider; brothers-in-law, Ted Stanford and Dean Stanford (Brenda); several nieces and nephews.
Serving as honorary pallbearers will be the Dale County High School Class of 1977.
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.
Mrs. Helen S. Houston went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Hartford Health Care. She was 83.
A Celebration of Life will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026, in the chapel of Sorrells Funeral Home in Slocomb with Reverend Teddy Ward officiating. Interment will follow in the Hartford City Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing
The family will receive friends beginning at 1:00 p.m. and continuing until service time.
Helen was born on September 21, 1942 in Phenix City, AL to the late D.C. and Tommie Davis Smith. She loved spending time with all her family, but especially her grandkids, being a grandmother was one of her greatest joys in life. Helen loved hearing about their lives, their plans, and everything that was important to them. She had a connection with each of them, and they always knew they had someone in their corner.
In addition to her parents; husband, Colonel (Ret.) G.C. Houston; daughter, Bambi Voss Carter; and brother Mickey Smith, all preceded her in death.
She is survived by her daughter, Kym Jordan Adams (Glen); son, Rick Voss (Kim); grandchildren: Jessica Harper (Jeremy) Ryan Jordan (Jessica) Jared Jordan (Clara) Aaron Carter (Tori) and Raina Voss; great grandchildren: Jayleigh Jordan, Branson Harper, Jude Jordan, Braxton Harper, Jameson Jordan, Zoey Jordan, Owen Jordan, Liam Carter, SJ Carter; sister, Patricia Wilson; sister in law, Donetta Smith and numerous nieces nephews and other extended family.
Sandra Lee Patterson passed away at her residence on Thursday, January 15, 2026, while surrounded by her loving family. She was 80.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026 in the chapel of Sorrells Funeral Home in Slocomb with Reverend Brad Price officiating and Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.
The family will receive friends beginning at 3:00 pm and continuing until service time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Enhabit Hospice.
Sandra was born January 10, 1946 to the late Jack C. Brock and Hazel Jones in Morton Mississippi.
She leaves behind two daughters: Michelle Thompson (Travis) of Brandon Mississippi, Jennifer Jones (John Paul) of Slocomb, AL; grandchildren: Kaeleigh Prince (Joseph) of Pelahatchie, MS, Rachel Thompson of Brandon, MS, Bailey Jones (Nataleigh) of Slocomb, AL, Thaxton Jones of Slocomb, AL; great grandchildren: Hadley Jo Prince and Harrison Jones and other extended family and friends.
Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb
(334) 886-7777, is in charge of arrangements.
“Because We Care … Is Making A Difference”
To sign a guest register, please visit
www.sorrellsfuneral.com
Mrs. Mary “Sue” Milburn Hume went to her Heavenly Home and met her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 15, 2026, while surrounded by her loving family at her residence. She was 69.
A Celebration of Life will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 19, 2026, in the chapel of Sorrells Funeral Home in Slocomb with Reverend Juston Carpenter officiating. Interment will follow in the Slocomb City Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.
The family will receive friends beginning at 1:00pm and continuing until service time.
Sue was born May 28, 1956, to the late Ralph and Mary Jane Palmer in Ozark, Alabama. She graduated from Slocomb High School in 1974. She was a woman with many talents. She worked for the Slocomb EMS as an ambulance driver. Sue also had an eye with flowers and enjoyed her part time work at the Flower and Plant Shop in Malvern. Sue had a very loving and giving heart which was evident in her willingness to help others. She was a member of Union Hill Freewill Baptist Church. Sue had many likes, enjoyments, and loves in life but one of the most recent was spending time with her friends at Hometown Auction. She will be remembered for her strong faith throughout her life.
In addition to her parents; son, Jimmy Milburn; and her child’s father, James Milburn, all preceded her in death.
She leaves behind a loving family including her husband, Ronald Hume, Sr.; sister, Joyce Shirah Tew; brother, Randell Shirah; two granddaughters; two great granddaughters; one great grandson; a special cousin, Patricia Phillips; along with many other cousins and extended family and friends.
Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb
(334) 886-7777, is in charge of arrangements.
“Because We Care … Is Making A Difference”
To sign a guest register, please visit
www.sorrellsfuneral.com