CLOPTON, ALABAMA. . .John Lynn Walker, a resident of Barbour County, between Blue Springs and Texasville, passed away early Sunday morning, December 14, 2025, in the Henry County Health & Rehabilitation Facility in Abbeville. He was 91.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 18, 2025, in the Spring Hill Baptist Church with Pastor Bob Cox officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. Thursday in the church sanctuary. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Holman-Abbeville Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Walker was born and raised in the Wills Crossroads community, near Abbeville, son of the late Vernie Lee Walker and Vera Justice Walker. He was a graduate of Abbeville High School. Mr. Walker served his country in the U. S. Army during the Korean War era. He was a member of the Spring Hill Baptist Church and a former member of the Woodstock Baptist Church. In earlier years, Mr. Walker was a member of the Optimist Club in Woodstock. He retired in 2000 as the owner and operator of Walker’s Foods in Woodstock. Mr. Walker was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Griggs Walker and a sister, Mavis Carroll.
Surviving relatives include his sons, John Michael Walker and Charles “Stormy” Walker; a sister, Debbie Volf (Jerry); grandchildren, Greg Walker and Sada Walker Maciel (Elias); and great-grandchildren, Isabella, Alex and Colton.
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.
Phillip Hudgens Solomon, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on December 12, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on May 11, 1952, in Headland, Alabama, Phillip was a cherished member of his community in Prattville, Alabama.
Phillip was a native of Headland, Alabama. After graduating from Headland High School, he pursued higher education at Troy University, where he studied Medical Technology. It was during this time that he met and married his loving wife, Ginger, in August of 1976.
Phillip had a distinguished career as a Registered Medical Technologist, retiring after 20 years of dedicated service at the VA hospital as a civil service employee.
Phillip was preceded in death by his parents, William Curtis Solomon and Rose Ellen Hudgens Solomon. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 49 years, Ginger Murdock Solomon, his son Phillip Cory Solomon and wife Misti, his daughter Katie Solomon Ferguson and husband Brian, and his brother William Curtis Solomon Jr. and wife Melodie and his brother-in-law Hershel Vance Murdock and his wife Susan along with loving niece and nephews. Phillip was also a proud grandfather to Layne Andrew Solomon, Lily Katherine Ferguson, and Phoebe Lynn Ferguson.
As a member of the Union Hill Baptist Church in Cottonwood, Alabama, Phillip was deeply involved in his faith community. In his leisure time, he found joy in traveling, being surrounded by family, and cheering for Alabama football. The beach was his sanctuary, a place where he found peace and relaxation.
The Solomon family would also like to send their sincere appreciation to Baptist Hospice for their kind care to our family over the last few months.
In memory of Phillip, memorial donations may be made to Union Hill Baptist Church, 7335 South County Rd 33, Cottonwood, Alabama 36320.
Phillip Hudgens Solomon will be remembered for his warm spirit, dedication to family, and love for life.
A Celebration of Life Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 18, 2025 in the Leak Memory Funeral Home Chapel, 945 Lincoln Road, Montgomery. A family and friends visitation will be from 10:00 A.M.-11:00 A.M.
POST OAK COMMUNITY…Mr. Norm Kinney, a resident of the Post Oak Community, near Ozark, died late Sunday morning, December 14, 2025, in Dale Medical Center. He was 81.
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
Angelyn Bass, 77, of Bellwood, AL, departed this life peacefully on December 13, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and faith.
Born on October 10, 1948, Angelyn was the cherished daughter of the late Algus and Annie Forehand. Throughout her life, she embodied the qualities of a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, reflecting her unwavering love for God and those around her. Her nurturing nature and kind spirit made a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Angelyn is survived by her beloved husband, Jimmy Bass, her daughter Deann Martin and her husband Brandon, along with her adored grandchildren, Dakota, Annslie, and Benjamin. She also leaves behind her siblings, Betty Wood, Edward Forehand, and Eugene Forehand, as well as several nieces and nephews who were touched by her warmth and kindness.
In addition to her parents, Angelyn was preceded in death by her sister, Evelyn Forehand, and her brother, William Forehand.
Angelyn will be lovingly remembered for her strong faith, compassionate heart, and the abundance of love she shared with family and friends. Her gentle spirit lit up the lives of those around her, and her presence will be deeply missed.
A celebration of Angelyn ‘s life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at Chancellor Assembly of God, with Rev. Larry Mock and Rev. Ray Layton officiating and Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. Interment will follow at Meadowlawn Cemetery.
The family invites friends to gather at the church from 11:30 a.m. until service time to honor and remember Angelyn together.
OZARK. . .Thomas Lee “Tom” Clements, a resident of Ozark, passed away Saturday afternoon, December 13, 2025, in a Dothan hospital. He was 92.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Monday, December 15, 2025, in the Ridgecrest Baptist Church, 1971 Deese Road, Ozark, with Pastor Kenneth Hale, Pastor Jim Hill and Pastor Scott Thompson officiating. Burial will follow in the Tolbert Baptist Church Cemetery, 4305 County Road 45, South, Headland. The family will receive friends from 11:30 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. Monday in the sanctuary of Ridgecrest Baptist Church. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ridgecrest Baptist Church, 1971 Deese Road, Ozark, AL 36360.
Mr. Clements was born and raised in Newville, Alabama, son of the late Hughie Green Clements and Girlie Elizabeth Taylor Clements. He lived in Columbus, Georgia before moving to Ozark in 1959. Mr. Clements retired in 1976 as Store Manager at the Army/Air Force Exchange at Ft. Rucker. He was an active member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church where he volunteered as a Supervisor in maintenance. Mr. Clements also volunteered with the Dale Baptist Association and with Brown Bag in Ozark. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Louette Cooper and Betty Jean Clements.
Surviving relatives include his wife, Ethel Brown Clements; a daughter, Jan Lewis (Danny), New Hope Community of Coffee County; a son, Gary Clements (Lynda), Brewton, AL; a sister, Sara Nell Wiggins, Columbus, GA; grandchildren, Clayton Lewis (Shayna), Erica Bailey (Abe), Shelby Herring and Jantzen Clements; great-grandchildren, Jack Bailey, Harvey Bailey, Liam Lewis, Luna Lewis, Cal Harrison and Kayla Crews.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Paul Woodham, Bob Littlefield, Matt Barron, Ronald Wright, David Rogers and Kevin Hile.
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. Herman Lambert, age 89, died Friday December 12, 2025, in Hoover, Alabama at the home of his son and daughter-in-law.
Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. (EST) on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at the Ausmus Cemetery in Speedwell, Tennessee with his Grandson Reverend Aaron Johnson officiating and Walters Funeral Home in LaFollette, Tennessee directing.
The family will be receiving family and friends at Walters Funeral Home from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (EST) on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. In lieu of flowers the family ask that contributions be made to St. Judes Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. 38105.
Mr. Lambert was born on October 6, 1936, in Speedwell, Tennessee, the son of William Pryor Lambert and Rachel Owens Lambert. He grew up with 11 siblings in Speedwell, TN. Herman loved nature, family, music, and basketball. He was very adventurous and visited 39 States during his lifetime. Mr. Lambert was a value member of Duke Power Company before retiring and he served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Jay, Dewitt (Curly), Lee and Denny Lambert; sisters, Carol Edwards, Ann Goins and Paulette Pebley.
Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Kathryn White Lambert; daughter and son-in-law, Lourie and Vernon Johnson; 5 grandchildren, William Lambert, Laney Lambert, Vinson Johnson, Mary Reagan Fulbright and Aaron Johnson; 4 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Keith and Bill Lambert; 2 sisters, Peggy King and Martha Lambert.
Pallbearers will be William Lambert, Laney Lambert, Vinson Johnson, Tim Morrow, Charles Bronson and Jeff Hollingsworth.
The family would like to extend a special Thank you to the Oasis Hospice, especially Erin, Ashley, Brook and Markiesha, for all their support and care.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888.
