BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA. . .Billy Legrand Belcher, a resident of Beaufort, South Carolina, a native of Abbeville, Alabama, passed away November 5, 2025, at his home. He lived a wonderful 95 years.
Mr. Belcher was born and raised in Abbeville, Alabama, son of the late Jesse Green Belcher and Sarah Jane Sowell Belcher. He was a graduate of Abbeville High School and received a BS Degree in Accounting from Auburn University. Mr. Belcher served his country in the U. S. Army during the Korean War. He retired from Westinghouse as a Financial Manager. Mr. Belcher was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Shipman Belcher, a sister, Frankie Belcher White, and brothers, John Belcher, Edwin Belcher, Floyd Belcher and Marcus Belcher.
Billy loved his family, the South Carolina Lowcountry and First Scots Presbyterian church in Beaufort. He also enjoyed RV camping across the USA.
Surviving relatives include a daughter, Julia Hetherington (Tom), Beaufort, SC; sons, Glenn Belcher, Beaufort, SC and Phillip Belcher, Long Creek, SC; grandchildren, Grant Hetherington (Kerry), Ben Hetherington, Luke Hetherington and Rachel Hetherington; great-grandchildren, Laurel Hetherington and Levi Hetherington
Visitation and Memorial services are scheduled at 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM Friday, November 7, 2025 at First Scots Presbyterian of Beaufort. Officiant will be Rev Alex Mark.
Graveside services will be held at 12:00 P.M. Noon Monday, November 10, 2025 in the Pea River Presbyterian Church Cemetery, 2950 Louisville Street, Clio, Alabama 36017, with Reverend Trip Etheridge officiating. Holman-Abbeville Mortuary & Cremations, Abbeville, Alabama, is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 10:30 until 11:15 A.M. Monday at the mortuary in Abbeville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Scots Presbyterian Church of Beaufort “Building Fund”, 335 Sams Point Road, Beaufort, SC, 29907.
HOLMAN ABBEVILLE MORTUARY & CREMATIONS IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Phone 334-585-5261. You may sign a guest register at www.holmanmortuaries.com. This establishment does not own a crematory.
HEADLAND… Betty Jean Slappy, a resident of Headland, Alabama, passed away early Wednesday morning, November 5, 2025, at her home. She was 82.
Funeral services will be held 3:00 P.M. Friday, November 7, 2025, at Wright Funeral Home & Crematory Chapel with Reverend Don Clark officiating. A eulogy will be given by her grandson, Carter Powell. Burial will follow in the Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Headland, Alabama. The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:00 P.M. Friday at Wright Funeral Home & Crematory, prior to the service. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Slappy was born in Randolph County, Georgia to the late Clarence Bud Merritt and Eunice Turner Merritt. She had lived in Dothan, Alabama and on Lake Eufaula before moving to Headland, Alabama about eighteen years ago. She was a graduate of Andrew College and Wallace Community College where she earned her degree in nursing. She worked at Southeast Health for over thirty-six years. She was a dedicated member of the Bethel Baptist Church in Dothan, Alabama since 1975.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, J.D. Slappy; and her brother, D.K. Merritt.
Leaving to cherish her memories are her daughters, Senena Slappy Sullivan and Sonia Slappy Kelly (Marvin); her grandchildren, Brandon Slappy, Carter Powell, and Jackson Powell; her brothers-in-law, Brian Slappy and Harmon Slappy (Lynn); her sisters-in-law, Adrian Slappy and Linda Slappy; and her several nieces and nephews.
If you knew Jane Arnette, you have a Jane story. She was one of a kind — full of laughter, love, and a little bit of sass. You never had to wonder what she was thinking, because she’d tell you. And somehow, she’d have you laughing about it by the end of the story.
Jane loved people and lived life with a big, open heart. She loved having fun, traveling, gardening, and hunting for treasures at her favorite thrift stores. She had a gift for finding beauty in everything — whether it was the people she loved most, a blooming flower or a good deal.
She was the glue that held everyone together — the caretaker, the nurturer, the one who made sure everyone felt seen and loved. From a young age, Jane took it upon herself to look after others, and she did it with joy. She loved her children and grandchildren fiercely, and if she loved you, she was in your corner — cheering you on, bragging about you, and probably keeping you laughing along the way.
Even in her final weeks, Jane’s spirit never dimmed. She made friends everywhere she went, including the radiation oncology clinic, where she kept nurses and patients in the waiting room laughing and hearts lifted.
Jane was born in Eufaula, Alabama to the late Emory Battle and Martha Crawford and was preceded in death by her beloved big brother, Clay Battle.
Those left to cherish the wonderful memories of Jane are her devoted husband Harry Thomas Arnette; her daughters Michelle Arnette Swanner and husband Lance, Katie Arnette Lindsey, and Chrissy King, who was like a daughter; her five treasured grandchildren — Harrison Swanner, Emily Lindsey, Elizabeth-Jane Swanner, Reid Lindsey, and Everly Golden; her sister-in-law Connie Whitehurst and husband Rick; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and dear friends who loved her deeply.
She had lifelong friendships and a family who will never stop telling her stories. Because to know Jane was to laugh, to be loved, and to feel like you mattered.
We could write a book about all the wonderful things she was — but even then, it wouldn’t be enough. She truly was one of a kind, and she leaves behind a legacy of joy, strength, and love that will never fade.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11 A.M. Saturday, November 15, 2025 at Ward Wilson Funeral Home with Reverend Jeff Ross officiating and Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing
The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 10 to 11 A.M. Saturday, November 15, 2025, one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society @ https://donate.cancer.org
Kaliere Azayne Pitts, the beloved son of Shania Lee, passed away on October 31, 2025, in Birmingham, Alabama at the age of 10 months. He was born on December 10, 2024, in Dothan, Alabama.
In his short time on earth, Kaliere brought immense joy and love to his family. His bright smile and cheerful spirit filled their days with happiness and laughter. Though small in years, the love he inspired will remain a lasting part of their lives.
He is survived by his loving Mother, Shania Lee; his sisters, Khyler & Kaelyn Pitts; his grandparents, Arthur Pitts, Shameka Myhand, Cynthia Myhand, Tony Anglin & Jennifer McCray; his aunts & uncles, Malik & Aaliyah Baker, Destiny Pitts, Kamryn Whatley, Theondra Myhand, Felicity Worthy, Arianna & Tyreeka Bryant, Katidra Jackson & Anastasia Curlee(Fontez); his god-mothers, Jakilya Thornton & Titanna McCray(Laderreck). He also had a host of loving cousins & friends. Each of them shared a memory with Kaliere & will forever hold his memory close.
Kaliere’s time here was brief, but his impact was profound. His memory will continue to bring comfort & remind those who loved him of the joy he brought into their lives.
A celebration of Kaliere’s life will be held at 3:00pm on Friday, November 14,2025 at Sunset Funeral Home. The Family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 4:00pm-6:00pm at the funeral home.
Billy Eugene Asher, age 74, of Dothan, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, October 31, 2025.
Billy was born February 16, 1951, in Tennessee to Albert Silas Asher and Beulah Agnes Beck Asher. He worked for many years as an assembly man with General Motors. Billy was a true handyman who loved tinkering, fixing, and building things around his home. He took great pride in keeping his lawn neat and well-kept. He enjoyed fishing, traveling, camping, and visiting with friends and family.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his loving wife of 29 years, Catherine Jane Mathias Asher and many other relatives.
Sudie Elaine Green Fluker, lovingly known as Sue, passed away on October 31, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on October 1, 1946, in Grimes, Alabama, she spent her final days surrounded by love in Webb, Alabama, with her devoted husband, Ken.
Sue was a proud graduate of Dale County High School and earned her BA from Troy State University, where she played drums in the Sound of the South. She had a deep appreciation for covered bridges, especially the Coheelee Creek Bridge in Hilton, Georgia, where Ken proposed to her.
Sue’s heart was full of love for her family, her pets, Alabama football, and quilting. She had a special gift for cooking and was a certified culinary judge at chili and barbecue competitions, where she was respected and cherished by her peers.
She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Fluker; sisters Shirley Lindsey and Sara Glover; mother-in-law Clodene Fluker; sister-in-law Dianne Hannah; her beloved cats Sylvester, Buttercup, and Spunky; and many nieces and nephews. She now joins her parents, Fletcher and Ruthie Parish Green, and her sister, Vivian Moore.
Sue’s warmth, wisdom, and joy will be deeply missed. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved her.
