Rev. Bobby L. Anderson of Dothan went home to be with his Lord Wednesday, December 10, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. He was 85 years old.
Funeral services will be held at 1 P.M., Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Mt. Enon Baptist Church with Rev. Ricky Plummer officiating. There will be burial at Mt. Enon Church Cemetery following the service. The family will receive friends at the church from 11:30am to 1pm prior to the service.
Bobby was born in Tallapoosa County, where he grew up and met his loving wife, Polly, of 64 years. He surrendered to the ministry to preach in 1974, moved with his family to Dothan while he attended Baptist Bible Institute in Florida. He began his ministry serving as pastor of Mt. Enon Baptist Church of Dothan for 8 years. He and his wife then moved from Dothan to Vernon, Alabama where he served as pastor of Fellowship Baptist Church for 2 years. He continued his ministry at Bluff Springs Baptist Church in Ashford, Alabama for 9 years. He finished his last full-time ministry at Hillabee Baptist Church in Alexander City for 10 years. After retirement from full-time ministry he continued serving his Lord when a new chapter began at their new home in Dothan, Alabama where he served as interim pastor at Pleasant Hill, Smyrna, and Madrid Baptist Church along with teaching his Sunday School Class at Bethel Baptist Church where he and Polly are members.
He is preceded in death by his parents Coras and Maggie Anderson.
Survivors include his wife Polly, son Charles (Robin) Anderson, grandsons Andy Anderson (Maranda Watkins), Nathan Anderson, sister-in-laws Bessie Parrish, Ann Ficquette, several nieces and nephews. Serving as active pallbearers will be Andy Anderson, Nathan Anderson, Nolan Sanford, Dale Parrish, Randy Cox, Johnny Davenport. Honorary pallbearers will be the Men’s Sunday School Class and Monday Night Prayer Group from Bethel Baptist Church where he was an active member.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Bethel Christian School or a charity of your choice.
Margie Standley Lee, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, in Geneva, Alabama. Born on April 26, 1937, in Fort Gaines, Georgia, Margie’s life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and the joy she brought to those around her.
Margie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harold D. Lee, her cherished son, Mike Lee, and her dear sisters, June Hollis and Linda Phillips. Her parents, Walter V. and Thelma Holloway Standley, also preceded her in death.
She leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion, survived by her son, David Lee (Julie) of Fort Gaines, GA; her daughter, Melanie Bryan (Jackie) of Geneva, AL; her adored grandchildren, Mikie Lee, Chad Lee (Rachel), Ryan Lee (Jenna), and Jordan Ball; her treasured great-grandchildren, Aubrey, Ashton, Emarie, Eden, Amelia, Addison, and Weston; and the newest joy in her life, great-great-grandson, Waylon. Margie’s memory will also be cherished by her brothers, Leonard Standley (Lola) and Dudley Standley; her sister, Jeannie Howell; and a host of special nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who were touched by her kindness.
Margie’s professional life was dedicated to nurturing young minds as she served as a teacher’s aide for several years. Her gentle guidance and patience left an indelible mark on the many lives she touched through her work.
Her passions were as nurturing as her personality. Margie found solace in the simple pleasures of life, such as fishing, working in her yard, and serving in her church. She had an extraordinary ability to find happiness in the everyday and shared that gift generously. Margie’s love for children was unparalleled, and she found great joy in their company, often surrounded by laughter and play.
A celebration of life service will be held on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at Fort Gaines Baptist Church in Fort Gaines, GA from 2:00 until 3:30 p.m. EST.
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
Dr. John Robert Sanders, 78, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on December 9, 2025. He was born on January 4, 1947, in Clopton, Alabama, to Glen and Robbie Sanders, where his love for the land and a life rooted in hard work first began.
John shared 58 wonderful years of marriage with his wife, Lorraine Turner Sanders. Together, they made their home in Tallahassee, Florida, where they built a life centered on family, faith, and caring for others. They raised two children, Rob Sanders (Mary Grace) and Lori Skidmore (Brent), and were deeply proud of the family they built together.
After graduating from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1973, John and Lorraine moved to Tallahassee, where he began a career that was truly a calling. In 1979, he opened Westwood Animal Clinic, where he cared for animals—and the people who loved them—for decades. He treated every client with kindness and respect, and many became lifelong friends. John was active in the local veterinary community and served on the Florida Veterinary Medical Association executive board. As a family, they were also longtime supporters and volunteers of the Tallahassee Museum.
Later in life, John found his greatest joy returning to his roots at his farm in south Alabama. There, surrounded by open land, flowers, and trees, he felt most at peace. He loved being outside, watching the sunrise and sunset, and caring for the land that meant so much to him. The farm was where he felt closest to nature and to the values he grew up with—hard work, gratitude, and appreciation for the simple things. Time spent there with his children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends created memories that will be cherished forever.
John took immense pride in his grandchildren—Cole, Emma, and Cooper Sanders, and Sarah Nan and Turner Skidmore—and loved watching them grow. Whether sharing stories, walking the land, or simply spending time together, being their “Grandaddy” was one of his greatest joys.
John will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. He lived his life guided by faith, family, friendship, service to others, and love for the land. His quiet strength, steady presence, and generous heart left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Robbie Sanders; his sisters, Betty Jordan and JoAnn Slay; and his brother, Glen Sanders.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the Tallahassee Museum, missions at Killearn Methodist Church, or a charity of your choosing in John’s memory.
Arrangements
Killearn Methodist Church
Tallahassee, Florida
December 15, 2025
Visitation: 1:30 p.m.
Funeral Service: 2:30 p.m.
Reception: 3:30 p.m.
Clopton Methodist Church
Clopton, Alabama
December 16, 2025
Graveside Service and Burial: 11:00 a.m. (Central Time)
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.
Edward Timothy Hughes, known affectionately to all as Ed, departed this world on December 9, 2025, at the age of 79, in Dothan, Alabama. Born on September 17, 1946, in Los Angeles, California, Ed’s journey through life was marked by valor, adventure, and an unwavering love for his family and friends.
Ed’s commitment to service was evident early on when he joined the Marines as a young man. His time in Vietnam not only tested his mettle but also sparked a lifelong passion for aviation. After witnessing the skill of helicopter pilots in the midst of war, Ed set his sights on the sky, vowing, “I want to have shiny boots.” This determination carried him through over twenty years of dedicated military service, where he excelled in flight school and earned numerous flight medals. His career took him to Korea for a year and saw him retire from the Army not once, but twice, before finally retiring from DAC.
Despite the demands of his career, Ed’s heart always belonged to his family. He leaves behind his special friend, Cindy Miller; his son, Bill Hughes (Jena); his daughter, Janna Morrow (William); his cherished grandchildren, Holly Marler (Matthew), Tray Morrow (Lisa), Jordan Morrow (Gunner), and Chase Hughes (Ashleigh); and his great-grandchild, Heidi, with another, Haven, on the way. He also leaves behind his brother, Terry Hughes (Rod), and sister, Mary McCreary, who will miss his presence dearly. Ed was predeceased by Janet Hughes, the beloved mother of his children, as well as his parents, Thomas Hughes and Patricia James, and his stepfather, Spence James.
After retirement, Ed’s adventurous spirit took him to every continent, fulfilling his dream to travel and experience the world. His love for motorcycles never waned, and his joy was most palpable when his family gathered together, sharing stories and making memories. Ed also cherished his time with the “old guys” group, a band of friends with whom he shared many of life’s ups and downs.
Ed’s legacy is one of courage, love, and the pursuit of dreams. His life’s story serves as an inspiration to all who knew him, a reminder of the importance of setting goals and the joy of achieving them, all while holding one’s family close. Edward Timothy Hughes lived a life replete with purpose and passion, and though he has taken his final flight, his memory will soar in the hearts of his loved ones forever.
In grateful recognition of Ed’s faithful service to our country, military honors will be rendered at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Salvation Army, give.salvationarmyusa.org
