Mr. Charles J. Erhart of Gordon passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the age of 71.
Graveside services will be held at 2 P.M. Friday, December 26, 2025, at Memory Hill Cemetery with Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing.
Mr. Erhart was born May 28, 1954, and was a lifetime painter who took pride in his work and the people around him loved him. He had a big sense of humor, and enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandkids who he loved dearly.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Erhart and Mary Louise Erhart, and his brother, Jimmy Wayne Cobb.
He is survived by his significant other, Kay Beasley, brother, James Roger Cobb (Susan), step-son, Dwayne Beasley (Tammy), step-daughter, Lynn Holloway, eight grandchildren, and twenty one great-grandchildren.
Rebecca Herring King went home to be with the Lord for all eternity on the nineteenth of December, 2025. She passed away at her home in Germantown, peacefully surrounded by her devoted husband and daughter after a long illness. Rebecca is now at rest, joining her parents, Raymond and Ruth Herring. She is preceded in death by daughter Lisa King of Birmingham, AL; sister Emma Hollis and niece Sandra Hollis, both of Henry County, AL; and son-in-law, Larry Garrett of Brentwood, TN.
Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of almost 74 years, Connie Mack
King and her daughter, Rhonda King Garrett. Rebecca was blessed with two grandchildren, John Michael (Tori) and Lucy Bowling; and three granddaughters by marriage, Kelly Garrett Hancock (Bradford), Diana Garrett Jackson (Orsorio), and Caroline Garrett Andrews (Tyler). Rebecca was blessed with ten great-grandchildren as well.
Rebecca was born on the twenty-sixth of February, 1932, to Raymond and Ruth Herring in the Browns Cross Roads Community in Henry County, Alabama. She grew up and lived in Tumbleton, AL, until she met the love of her life, Connie Mack King, whom she married on January 6, 1952. Connie and Rebecca went on to have a wonderful life together. Many marveled at their enduring love story. They were blessed sweethearts to the very end of her days.
Before moving from Dothan, AL, Rebecca worked for The Headland National Bank and Dothan Bank and Trust. After several years, the Kings moved throughout Alabama to Birmingham and Anniston before permanently settling in Tennessee in 1966. They lived in East Memphis until retirement where they moved to Germantown. The Lord blessed Rebecca and Connie with two daughters, Rhonda and Lisa. Rebecca was a wonderful and devoted mother to them. Her dedication to her family was unmatched.
Rebecca was the epitome of a true, sweet Southern lady who, with grace and charm, strived to
live her life by example and to train up her girls in the way they should go, as the book of Proverbs describes. She would say that her two greatest joys and accomplishments in life were the love of her husband and the gift of her daughters.
Rebecca’s faith guided her, and she genuinely loved people and her church community. She was especially active in the churches she was a member of, where she served in many capacities. Some of her favorite positions were teaching the Girls Auxiliary, being a long term Sunshine Chairman in her Sunday school classes, and serving on the Lord’s Supper and Baptism committees. She was known for the scrumptious poundcakes she made for anyone who was sick or just for a happy treat.
Known for her creative flair, Rebecca won many ribbons in the Garden Club and enjoyed
decorating. She helped many people enhance their homes, which brought her much
joy. She considered creating beauty and helping to create a welcoming home as her ministry. In her later years, Rebecca, Connie, and Rhonda even owned an antique and accessory business. She was active in charity work and was a longtime member and officer of the Josephine Circle charity. Rebecca’s golden friends brought much delight to her life, where they enjoyed playing bridge, going out to eat, and having coffee dates. She especially loved traveling with her husband. They were blessed to have visited over 35 countries together.
We would be remiss if we did not mention Rebecca’s love for sports, especially her beloved
University of Alabama Crimson Tide football team. Rebecca received a kiss from Connie for each Alabama score. Needless to say, she received many kisses. Not only did she love football, but she also appreciated watching tennis and golf. She was truly a woman of many interests and talents.
Rebecca will be deeply missed by all who loved and cherished her. A graveside service will be held to honor her on December 27, 2025, at New Zion Baptist Church in Tumbleton, Alabama, at 2:30 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Youth Department of the Covenant Baptist Church. Mailing address: P.O. Box1165 Collierville, Tennessee 38027.
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.
Mr. Christopher Thomas Johansen of Dothan passed away Monday, December 22, 2025, at the age of 63.
Christopher is survived by his wife, Cheryl; son, Christopher M. Johansen (Karen); grandchildren, Logan and Nicolas; sisters, Jill Register and Debbi Brooke; brother, Jeff Johansen (Lisa); sister in law, Lisa Renee Johansen, nephews, Mathew Register, Jonathan Register (Stephanie), Randy Brooke (Sara Jayne), and Ryan Brooke (Kaitlyn Williams); nieces, Jennifer George (Ren), and Sarah Elizabeth Johansen; great-nephews, Paxton Rylyn Brooke, Jr. Register, Ryan George, Layton Brooke, and Reece George; and great-nieces, Paisley Joy Brooke, Rylynn Elizabeth Register, Lillian Nichole Register, Amelia Marie Register, Layna Brooke, Aaliyah George, Jessica Johansen, and Erica Johansen.
There will be a private service for Christopher at a later date.
ABBEVILLE…Mrs. Lynn Gibson Mize, a resident of Abbeville (formerly of Ozark), died late Sunday evening, December 21, 2025, at the home of her son in Abbeville. She was 76.
In keeping with the wishes of the family, there are no local services planned. Interment will be Tom’s Creek Community, Wise County, Virginia. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of local arrangements.
Mrs. Mize, the beloved daughter of the late Cecil Freemont Gibson, Jr. (Master Sergeant, United States Army, Retired) and Mary Ann Hall Gibson, was born and raised in the mountains of Wise County, Virginia—a quiet beauty and close‑knit community. A proud 1967 graduate of Coeburn High School, she remained deeply connected to her Virginia roots even as life carried her far from home.
As the daughter and later the wife of dedicated military servicemen, Mrs. Mize lived in many places across the United States and abroad. Each new home brought new experiences, new friendships, and new opportunities.
In 1989, she and her husband settled in Ozark following his retirement from the United States Navy. She was employed with M.O. Carroll Grocery Company in Ozark as an office manager. She delighted in gardening and watching hummingbirds flutter outside her window, finding peace in their delicate beauty. She loved cooking for those she cared about, filling her home with the familiar aromas and traditions that brought people together. Her interest in genealogy became more than a hobby—it was a way of honoring the generations who came before her and preserving their stories for those who would follow.
Mrs. Mize was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Rickie Lee Mize (Chief Petty Officer, United States Navy, Retired), whose partnership and companionship were the foundation of her adult life, and by her brother, Cecil Freemont “Monty” Gibson, III.
Surviving relatives include her daughter, Heather Jordan (Fred), Ozark; son, Derrick Mize (Katie), Abbeville; sister, Cherie Contreras (Manuel), Madison, Alabama; brother, Jimmy Gibson, Pinckard; four grandchildren, Hagan Jordan (HM3, United States Navy) (Yasmine), Gracie Lynn Jordan (Brandon), Cohen McLain Mize, and Freya Adelaide Mize; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Charles “Denkin” Smith, age 70, a resident of Ariton passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025 in Brundidge.
A family Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.
Denkin was born in Columbus, GA to Charlie Fulton and Billie Ruth Williams Smith on November 11, 1955. He was a truck driver for various companies over the years. He enjoyed attending car races, car shows, and working on cars.
Denkin was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Nancy Hudnall; two brothers, Larry and Ronnie Smith.
Survivors include his spouse, Lisa Smith, Brundidge; two sons, Robert Silavent (Allie) and Nick Silavent (Wendy), both of Ariton; three daughters, Denece Smith, Highland Park, FL, Nina Prentice (Sam), Bartow, FL, and Tina Silavent, Elizabethtown, KY; two brothers, Randy Smith, New Hope, and Bobby Smith (Diane), Echo; fifteen grandchildren; five great grandchildren.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
