With a heart full of love and hands skilled in the art of caring, Margaret “Polly” Quattlebaum, known affectionately as Polly by her friends and family, left this world for her heavenly home on December 18, 2025, at the age of 95 in Malvern. Born on June 23, 1930, in Houston County, Alabama, Polly’s life was a tapestry woven with the threads of kindness, selflessness, and devotion to her loved ones.
Polly’s journey began as the beloved daughter of James Ernest and Jewell Howell Brannon. She grew up alongside her siblings, Robert Brannon, Jean Quattlebaum, Bobbie MaHaney, Martha Barlow and the late Hilda Renz, Hazel Hanners, and Frances Woodall, in a home filled with warmth and laughter. Polly’s life was further blessed when she married the love of her life, the late James “Ed” Quattlebaum. Together, they built a family that would become her greatest pride and joy.
Polly’s nurturing spirit was reflected in her role as a mother to her sons, Pete (Pearl) Quattlebaum, Hayward (Malinda) Quattlebaum, Kenneth (Paula) Quattlebaum, Dennis Quattlebaum, and Billy (Sylvia) Quattlebaum, and her daughters, Linda Wambles, Brenda Quattlebaum, and Wanda (Mark) Fore. Her legacy continued to flourish with each of her 13 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and numerous great-great-grandchildren, all of whom she cherished deeply.
Professionally, Polly was known for her meticulous work at Van Heusen in Hartford, Alabama, where she repaired shirts with precision and care. Her dedication to her craft was a testament to her character—always striving for excellence in all she did.
Polly’s interests and hobbies were as rich and varied as her life. She possessed an extraordinary talent for needlepoint, embroidery, and quilting, creating beautiful pieces that were both practical and artistic. Her love for canning vegetables from her own garden provided not only sustenance but also an opportunity to share her harvest with family and friends. Polly found peace and joy in fishing, reveling in the tranquility of nature and the thrill of the catch.
A faithful attendee of Eddins Road Pentecostal Church, Polly’s faith was a cornerstone of her existence. Her love of travel took her on many adventures, yet she always found the greatest adventure in the company of her family, whom she adored above all else.
Described by those who knew her as loving, kind, and selfless, Polly’s impact on the world was as profound as it was gentle. She lived her life with a grace that inspired all who were fortunate enough to cross her path, leaving a legacy of love that will endure through the generations.
Polly’s final days were spent in Malvern, Alabama, surrounded by the natural beauty of the place she so loved and the family who loved her in return. As we bid farewell to a remarkable woman, we do so with gratitude for the time we shared and the memories we will forever hold dear. Polly’s spirit, a beacon of love and kindness, will continue to guide us as we navigate the days ahead without her physical presence, but with her enduring love etched into our hearts.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 22, 2025 at 2:00 pm in Sunset Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Park.
Canita Lashae Calloway of Midland City, AL passed away on Tuesday December 16, 2025 at Southeast Health in Dothan, AL. She was 50 years old. Ms. Calloway was born May 21, 1975 in Fort Rucker, AL. She lived in Midland City, AL in her early years. Later, moved to Luverne, AL. She worked at ITAC as a team leader in Luverne, AL. She was a member of Sweet Bethel Baptist Church in Kinsey, AL.
She is survived by her Mother: Mattie Calloway of Midland City, AL, Three children, Daughters: Charmaine and Malaijah Calloway of Midland City, AL and Dothan, AL, and Son, Caleb Calloway of Midland City, AL, Grandchildren Jamari, Jamiya, Jayden Calloway, Jayceon Poke and Bryeir Fenn, Sister: Nikki Knox, Brothers, Devon, Teon, and Dorian Knox. Aunts: Ruth Calloway & Lessie Calloway of Dothan, AL, Shirley (Charles) Hardge of Fort Lauderdale, FL, Glenda Knox of Miami, FL, Ann Allen of Shorterville, AL, Rosa William of Philadelphia, Willie Bell William of Washington D.C. Uncles: Willie (Betty) Calloway, Freddie (Pat) Calloway of Dothan, AL, Nathaniel Knox of South Carolina, Milton Carroll of Mobile, AL, Derrick Lawson Knox, of Dothan, AL, Timothy Allen of South Carolina. A host of nieces, nephews and cousins, a Special Cousin Christopher Calloway, Special Friends Jacky Kelly of Midland City, AL, Sedrick Green of Luverne, AL, and Pam Wesson.
A celebration of Canita’s life will be held at 11am Monday, December 22, 2025 in the Sunset Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Walter Sims officiating. The family will receive friends from 4-6pm on Sunday, December 21, 2025.
FT. GAINES… Dorothy Nell Kist, a resident of Fort Gaines Health and Rehab, formerly of Malvern, Alabama and Cowarts, Alabama, passed away Thursday morning, December 18, 2025, at Fort Gaines Health and Rehab. She was 85.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M. Monday, December 22, 2025, at Wright Funeral Home & Crematory Chapel with Reverend Joey Hudspeth officiating. Burial will follow in the Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Headland, Alabama. The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. prior to the service. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that contributions be made to Calvary Baptist Church in Cottonwood, Alabama, to the Lottie Moon Campaign, 267 Metcalf Street, Cottonwood, Alabama 36320.
Mrs. Kist was born in Henry County, Alabama to the late Sydney W. Richardson and Ethel Lenora Armstrong Richardson. She lived most of her lifetime in the Malvern, Alabama and Cowarts, Alabama areas before moving to the Fort Gaines Health and Rehab almost ten years ago. She loved her family and chose to stay home and care for them herself.
Along with her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Donald Kist; her brother, Jimmy Richardson; and her sister, Eunice Starling.
Leaving to cherish her memories are her Cynthia Hayes; her sons, Ricky Hayes and Dennis Hayes (Debbie); her brothers, James Richardson (Patricia) and Joseph Richardson (Linda); her grandson, Dustin Spivey (Heather); and her great-granddaughter, Melody Spivey; and her several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The family wanted to thank the staff of Fort Gaines Health and Rehab, and also to the Georgia Hospice Group, for the loving and compassionate care shown to Mrs. Kist during this time.
William Earl “Buck” Stafford, a cherished brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, in Geneva, Alabama, at the age of 79. Born on May 10, 1946, in Tampa, Florida, Buck was a man whose warmth and jovial spirit brought laughter and joy to all who knew him.
Buck was predeceased by his loving parents, Samuel James Stafford, Sr., and Ethel Margaret Moyer Parker, as well as several dear brothers and sisters. His memory will be forever treasured by his surviving siblings: Judy Huggins (Bobby), Phyllis Lahaye, Jeff Hughes, Dewey Hughes, John Stafford (Cindy), Ada Biddle, and Francis “Penny” Stafford. His numerous nieces and nephews, to whom he was a constant source of fun and affection, will miss his playful teasing and the unique bond he shared with each of them.
Buck’s zest for life was evident in his everyday activities. He had a passion for going shopping with his sister Ada, turning a simple outing into an adventure filled with laughter and camaraderie. His sense of humor was infectious, and he was always ready with a joke or a playful jab, ensuring that family gatherings were lively and filled with mirth.
A man of simple pleasures, Buck found contentment in working on puzzles, an activity that reflected his patient and meticulous nature. He was an avid fan of westerns, often immersing himself in tales of cowboys and the old frontier. Buck also enjoyed watching Ninja Warriors, cheering on the athletes and marveling at their feats of strength and agility.
A celebration of life service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Reese Baptist Church.
Warren~Holloway~Ward Funeral Home (334) 684-9999, is in charge of arrangements. “Continuing The Trust You’ve Placed In Us” To sign a guest register, please visit: www.whwfuneralhome.com
SNELLVILLE, GA… Frances Loretta Harrison Jenkins, a resident of Snellville, Georgia, passed away Thursday morning, December 18, 2025, at Abbey Hospice in Social Circle, Georgia. She was 68.
Funeral services will be held 2:30 P.M. Monday, December 22, 2025, at Wright Funeral Home & Crematory Chapel with Dr. Cecil M. Sanders, Jr. officiating. A eulogy will be given by her nephew, Wayne Parmer. Burial will follow in the Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Headland, Alabama. The family will receive friends from 1:30 until 2:30 P.M. prior to the service. The family ask that if you will please wear something pink in color, or to add a pink ribbon, in remembrance of Mrs. Jenkins. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Jenkins was born in Dothan, Alabama to the late Ralph Harrison and Frances Hodges Harrison Trawick. She lived in Headland, Alabama until she moved to Snellville, Georgia in the early eighties. She helped her husband with the family business (Jenkins Masonry of Georgia, Inc.). Her favorite job was being a stay at home mom, which she loved very much. She loved her family and loved taking care of them. The apples of her eyes were her grandchildren, that she truly loved and adored.
Along with her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Mitchell Allen Jenkins; her granddaughter, Madison Michelle Strickland; her brothers, Harold Harrison, Kenneth Harrison, and Rex Harrison; and her sister, Shirley Harrison Thomas Williams.
Leaving to cherish her memories are her daughters, Amy Kay Strickland (Tim), Emily Michelle Helms (Jake), and Brittany Elizabeth Roark (Brandon); her son, Mitchell Allen Jenkins, Jr. (Rebekah); her sisters, Patricia Woodham and Pam Wright; her sisters-in-law, Billie Ann Senn, Margaret Jenkins, and Debra Kowal (Jeffrey); her brother-in-law, David Jenkins (Karen); her grandchildren, Savannah Kay Gilleland (Aaron), Timothy Dalton Strickland, Logan Douglas Strickland, Jacqueline Michelle Helms, Jacob Stewart Helms (Emma), Jayden Elizabeth Helms, Jared Mitchell Helms, Mitchell Allen Jenkins, III, Brody James Jenkins, Emerson Jane Jenkins, Brandon Austin Roark, Jr., and Levi Allen Roark; great-grandchildren on the way, Scarlett Kay Gilleland and Baby Helms; and her several nieces and nephews.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Mitchell Allen Jenkins, Jr., Mitchell Allen Jenkins, III, Timothy Douglas Strickland, Timothy Dalton Strickland, Logan Douglas Strickland, Jacob Stewart Helms, Jacob Stewart Helms, II, Jared Mitchell Helms, and Brandon Austin Roark. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Brody James Jenkins, Brandon Austin Roark, Jr., and Levi Allen Roark.
Martin James Clark, age 71, of Midland City, Alabama, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Flowers Hospital.
Martin was born August 28, 1954, in Georgia, to James Clark and Beth Spurlock Clark. He worked in sales for many years. In his spare time, Martin was a gun enthusiast and enjoyed the outdoors, as well as Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Richard Clark.
Survivors include his sons, Christopher Clark (Karen) and James Clark (Allison); his grandchildren, Aden Clark, Ava Clark, and Alex Clark; and his brothers, Rhett Clark and Richard Clark.
