Dustin Russell Goolsby, a resident of Dothan, died unexpectedly Thursday, November 6, 2025 at his residence. He was 43.
Funeral services will be held at 2 PM Sunday, November 9, 2025 in Clearman Chapel at Southern Heritage with Reverend Tim Willis officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:30 PM until 1:45 PM prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Memory Hill cemetery.
Dustin was born July 19, 1982 in Dothan, Alabama where he was a lifelong resident. He was a graduate of Dothan High School and Auburn University. Dustin began a career in Healthcare and worked for several hospitals but most recently at Dale Medical Center. He loved the outdoors and sharing that with his two boys; always ready to crack a joke just to make his family laugh. Dustin will be remembered as a loving family man to his wife, sons and family.
Survivors include his wife, Jessica Manning Goolsby; two sons, Luke and Gabe Goolsby; parents, David and Mary Alice Goolsby, father and mother in law, Bruce and Jenny Manning; sisters, Brittany Nolin (Justin), Allyson Cox (Bradley); brother in law, Jeff Manning (Jessica) paternal grandmother, Jean Goolsby and maternal grandmother, Alice Sowell along with a niece, many nephews and extended family.
Serving as pallbearers will be; Bradley Cox, Jansen Sowell, Jerad Sowell, Chet Sowell, Jeff Manning and Justin Nolin.
Pamela Williams
Age 86, of Dothan, Alabama, passed away Monday, November 3, 2025, at her residence.
Pamela was born April 20, 1939, in Morgantown, West Virginia, to Edward Libert and Mary Ethel Popp. She worked for many years as an administrative assistant. Pamela enjoyed reading, going to the gym, taking walks, playing Rummikub, watching television and movies, and spending time with her beloved fur babies.
She was preceded in death by her parents and two sons, Bruce Vining and Brian Harrison.
Leaving to cherish her memory her daughter Tina Koon Birdwell; grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister Brenda Ball; nieces Karen Meeks, Rebecca Patterson.
Harriet Ferguson of Dothan, AL passed away peacefully at her residence on November 6, 2025, at the age of 92.
Harriet is survived by her son, William Ferguson and his wife Linda, as well as a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren who were the light of her life.
A woman of incredible resilience, Harriet’s life was characterized by her tenacious fight with Parkinson’s disease. Despite the challenges of her health, she never let it define who she was.
Harriet was deeply admired for her determined spirit and her ability to remain positive and courageous in the face of adversity. She was a source of inspiration to those who knew her, demonstrating that strength comes not from physical capabilities but from an indomitable will.
It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Barbara Phillips Sasser, who left us on November 5, 2025, at the age of 86, surrounded by her family.
Born on September 28, 1939, in Henry County, Barbara lived a life filled with compassion, strength, and devotion to her family and community. She was known for her kindness, laughter, strong work ethic, cooking skills, and unwavering faith. She touched the lives of all who knew her.
Barbara dedicated many years of her life to hard work and commitment. She was employed for a time with Pepsi-Cola and later joined General Cigar, where she built lasting friendships and retired after a long and fulfilling career. Her strong work ethic and caring nature earned her the respect and admiration of everyone who knew her.
Barbara is survived by her husband, Dwanis Sasser; sons, Terry (Cecelia) Phillips and Gary (Kristie) Phillips; daughters, Patsy (Rick) Glover and Janie Sasser; sisters, Daphne (Sam) Jones and Betty Battle; grandchildren, Angela (Tim) Brannon, Natalie Jackson, and Taylor (Kevin) Roberts; and four great-grandchildren. Her family will forever cherish her memory and the love she gave so freely.
She was preceded in death by her parents B.O. and Ollie Dean Bodiford, daughter Debbie Jackson, sister Jewel Saunders and Margarette Battle.
A funeral service honoring Barbara’s life will be held on Friday, November 7th, at 11:00 a.m. at Wyatt Funeral Home, with visitation beginning one hour prior at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Weed Cemetery. Gary Holloway will be officiating the service.
Pallbearers will be her nephews, Jackie Battle, Donald Battle, Sammy Jones, Tracy Jones, Todd Brown, and close family friend Trent Warrick.
Barbara’s legacy of love, kindness, and faith will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Flowers are accepted, or donations in her memory may be made to the Weed Cemetery Fund.
Eugene Donald Bianchetti, age 76, of Dothan, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Eugene was born July 8, 1949, in Iron Mountain, Michigan, to Fred Bianchetti and Grace Bean Bianchetti.
He worked for many years as a bar manager. He enjoyed playing bingo, working markets, traveling, spending time with friends, and cheering for Auburn football.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Fred Bianchetti, James Bianchetti, Robert Bianchetti, and Ken Bianchetti; and sisters Violet Lehtinen and Mary Fitzpatrick.
Survivors include his sons Marcus Bianchetti and Mario Bianchetti; daughter Marie Moore; brother John Bianchetti; sisters Grace Cardullo; and grandchildren Dallas Bianchetti, Dixie Bianchetti, Crimson Bianchetti, Jedi Bianchetti, Preston Bianchetti, Leia Bianchetti, Jesse Edwards, and Nola Moore
Barbara Sue Harris, a beacon of love and creativity, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama. Born on December 28, 1949, in Kentucky, Barbara’s life was a tapestry woven with devotion to family and loved ones. She carried the warmth of her birth state and the charm of Biloxi, Mississippi, where she grew up, into every room she entered and every life she touched.
A proud graduate of Biloxi High School in 1967, Barbara dedicated her life to the nurturing and upbringing of her family. As a stay-at-home mom, she poured her heart and soul into creating a loving home for her children, Jeff Harris (Faith), and Rebecca “Becky” Harris. Her grandchildren, Christopher Thomas, Ann Margaret “Maggie” Elkins (James), and JD Harris, brought her immeasurable joy. She also leaves behind her brother, Ernie Miracle, cousin, Holly Bowman (Mike), and special family member Christy McGill.
Predeceased by her beloved husband of 32 years, Leonard Harris, her parents Alma and Ray Neal, her grandchild, Aaron Hamm, and sister Bonnie.
Barbara’s special friends, Randy Seay and Dennis Hughes, could attest to her kind and creative nature, as they shared countless memories filled with laughter and companionship. Her interests were a reflection of her vibrant and artistic soul; she reveled in the melodies of oldies music, expressing herself through arts, crafts, and drawing. A collector of coffee mugs, each one held a story, a memory, or a smile from the past.
After moving to Malvern in 1977, Barbara became a cherished member of her community. She shared her love for children beyond her own family as a Sunday school teacher and daycare worker, impacting many young lives with her gentle guidance and wisdom. An avid Alabama Football fan, Barbara’s enthusiasm for the game was infectious, and her support for her team unwavering.
Barbara’s life was a reflection of all that is good in the world. Her loving and kind nature was a comfort to all who knew her. Her creativity was not just in her hobbies but in her ability to solve problems with grace and to make every day special for those around her by often cooking breakfast and lunch for those she loved. She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and creativity that will be cherished and carried on by those who were fortunate enough to know her.
A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 2 pm in the Sunset Funeral Home Chapel with Christopher Thomas officiating. The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service. Barbara will be laid to rest in the Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery next to her beloved, late husband, Leonard.
and grandchildren Dallas Bianchetti, Dixie Bianchetti, Crimson Bianchetti, Jedi Bianchetti, Preston Bianchetti, Leia Bianchetti, Jesse Edwards, and Nola Moore
