Terry Lamar Tharpe was born October 10, 1960 in Henry County, Alabama to the proud parents of Paul L. Tharpe and Ruby L. Danzey Tharpe. He accepted Christ at an early age to be a Christian.
He attended Early Childhood School in Abbeville, AL and graduated from Northview High School, Dothan, AL. After graduation from high school, he attended Troy University.
Terry lived in Atlanta, Georgia where he worked as a professional security guard for The Guard Alliance for 30 years. He was joined in holy matrimony to Sonia Barker in Atlanta, GA in 1988 and to this union one son was born, Terry Lamar Tharpe, Jr.
Terry departed this life on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at Southeast Alabama Medical Center, Dothan, AL. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul L. Tharpe and Ruby L. Tharpe.
He leaves to cherish his memories: two once son, Terry Lamar Tharpe, Jr., Dothan, AL; three brothers, Michael Tharpe, Harvey Tharpe, and Ivey Tharpe all of Dothan, AL; four sisters, Sandra Tharpe, Felicia (Bernard) Washington, Paula Tharpe, all of Dothan, AL and Sharon Tharpe of Atlanta, GA; one uncle, Raymond Tharpe and three aunts, Mable Washam, Mary Danzey and Martha Danzey all of Dothan, AL; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 16, 2026 at 11 a.m. at Horace Williams Mortuary, 1457 E. Main Street, Dothan, AL 36301
Diane Penelope “Penny” Rhodes, a resident of Webb, Alabama died Thursday, January 15, 2026 at Southeast Health Medical Center. She was 82.
Funeral services for Penny will be held at 11 AM Monday, January 19, 2026 at St. Columba Catholic Church with Pastor James Dane officiating. The family will receive friends from 10 AM until service time at the church. Burial will follow at Memory Hill cemetery.
Penny was born November 9, 1943 in Lafayette, Indiana to the late Donald Erving and Inez Rose Suttle Williams. She grew up in Indiana and after her marriage moved to Missouri. She moved to the Wiregrass area about 20 years ago. Penny was a devoted member at St. Columba Catholic Church.
Penny is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Daniel Rhodes and a brother, Mike Williams.
Survivors include her two daughters, Natalie Ware (Kent), Tina Beaulieu (David); two sons, Alan Rhodes, Todd Rhodes; grandchildren Coty Ware (Kayla), Courtney Mendez (Marcus), Alexandria Matthews (Bryan), Devin Beaulieu; great grandchildren, Kendall and Clayton Ware and McKentlee and Easton Mendez; a sister in law, Judy Williams.
Obituary from Holman Funeral Home of Ozark – Ozark, Alabama
Ruth Cynthia Ree Walker Williams, 88, affectionately known in Hardee County, Florida as “Miss Cindy”, joined Heaven’s family at the Tidewell Arcadia Hospice House on January 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and wonderful care team.
The family will receive friends 10:00 A.M. Saturday, January 17, 2026, in the Chapel of Holman Funeral Home in Ozark. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Memory Gardens, Holman Funeral Home of Ozark directing.
Born December 14, 1937, in Blue Springs, Alabama, most of her life was dedicated to the support and encouragement of her beloved husband in service to God and Country, and her four children. “Miss Cindy” spent many years teaching young children in Sunday School and Children’s Church at Oak Grove Baptist Church, Wauchula, Florida. After her husband’s retirement, she continued to minister to those who were homebound and sick. She is preceded in death by husband, Reverend Jimmy R. Williams Sr; her parents, Cotis Oyd Walker and Mary Ruth Strickland Walker; two brothers, Earl Walker and Durwood Walker; three sisters, Becky Gray Mooneyham, Betty Sargent, Sarah Walker; and a great-grandson, Hunter Abbott.
Survivors include her son, Jimmy “Jimbo” Williams Jr. (Kim) of Littleton, CO; daughters, Terri Brown (Gil) of Wauchula, FL, Tonya Albert (Bill) of Wesley Chapel, FL, Dana Abbott (Ronnie) of Wauchula, FL; three brothers, Nelson Walker of Smith Station, AL, Spurgeon Walker of Pittsview, AL, and Max Walker of Salem, AL; grandchildren, Dr. Bailee Oliff (James) of Denver, CO; Jarrah “Gunnar” Brown of Wauchula, FL; Kristy Little of Asheville, NC; Gabriel Albert of St Petersburg, FL; Luke Albert(Sonja) of New Port Richey, FL; Thomas Ryan Abbott(Amanda) of Wauchula; William Abbott (Cassidy) of Avon Park, FL; Jessica Garner (Doug) of Wauchula; Great grandchildren, Jimmy Little; Theodore Albert, Kai and Skylar Kinna; Lane, Lyla and Levi Abbott; Paislee and Emma Abbott; Dalton, James, and Weston Garner, and Jordan Benning.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HolmanFuneralHome.com
Clint Kelton Knight, age 58, of Ashford, Alabama, passed away at his home on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
Clint was born April 7, 1967, in Alabama to the late George Burl Knight and Margaret Helen Mills Knight. He worked as a long-haul truck driver for many years, spending countless hours on the road providing for those he loved.
In his spare time, Clint enjoyed watching Alabama football, listening to music, hunting, fishing, and watching westerns and action movies. He also loved tinkering in the shop and staying busy working with his hands.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and his son, Christopher George Knight.
Clint is survived by his daughter, Jessica Francis (Nick); grandchildren, Wyatt Slade Francis and Jacquelyn Alyse Francis; brother, Kinkaid Knight; aunt, Brenda Mills Hardy (Phil); uncle, Gene Mills (Connie); and numerous cousins and friends who will miss him dearly.
Roland Walter Frary, of Samson, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the age of 89.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, January 17, 2026, in the Chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home, with Rev. Jimmy Eddins and Rev. Joel Snell officiating. Burial will follow in the Liberty Chapel Cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward directing. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Friday, January 16, 2026, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva, AL.
Roland was born June 24, 1936, in Jamestown, NY to the late Marion Wheaten and Florence Pauline Frary. He was a man with great respect for his loving wife—Peggy Monk Frary for 57 years. He was also a loving Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, and Friend. He was a member of Holloway Tabernacle Assembly of God, and truly loved his church family. Roland served His Country in the Navy from 1954-1969; Navy Reserve from 1971-1984; in May of 1984, he transferred to US Army Reserve to be closer to His family. He worked as a Helicopter Mechanic until he retired in 1996. For many years he was an Avid Runner. He acquired the Nickname, “Snuff City Roadrunner.” He ran in many, many 5k races across the state of Alabama and even some in Florida.
He is proceeded in death by his parents, his beloved wife, his brother Roger Eckland & sister Marcia Soto.
Survived by his daughters Terry Philips, Susan Jones (Bobby), Regina Henderson (Jeff) and his sons Randy Frary, Ryan Frary (Nikki); grandchildren; Chris Frary, Echo Olive (Josh) Amber Lyles (Joe), Justin Henderson, Haley Cooper (Zach), Lacee Frary and Alyssa Frary; greatgrandchildren; Lila, Carleigh, Cheyenne, Connor (the one he prayed for and God granted his Prayer), Bennet & one very special niece and her husband, Vicky and Bob Norris.
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
Edward Marblestone, a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and deeply respected member of the Dothan community, passed away peacefully on January 13 at the age of 86.
Ed was born on July 7, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in San Antonio, Texas. At summer camp, where he was affectionately known as “Tex,” Ed’s life took a meaningful turn at the age of fourteen when he met his childhood sweetheart, Roberta. That young friendship blossomed into a lifelong love story marked by devotion, partnership, and shared adventure. After marrying, Ed and Roberta moved to Dothan to begin their life together, where he joined the family auto parts business.
Ed dedicated more than forty years to Dothan Auto Parts, overseeing all operations with integrity, a strong work ethic, and genuine care for his customers and employees. He was widely respected not only for his business leadership, but for the way he treated people—with fairness, kindness, and honesty.
Ed lived his life guided by a strong sense of family, faith, and community. He was a member of the Dothan Rotary Club for over 50 years and served on the board of Landmark Park, generously giving his time and talents to causes close to his heart. A devoted member and past president of Temple Emanu-El, Ed’s faith was a steady and meaningful presence throughout his life.
Those who knew Ed will fondly remember his keen sense of humor and wit. He found immense joy in the outdoors, especially camping, hiking, canoeing, whitewater rafting, and spending time in the mountains. Ed and Roberta shared a deep love of travel, enthusiastically exploring the world together and checking destinations off their wish list, creating memories that will be cherished by their family for generations. He shared his love of travel by taking all of his children and grandchildren on many camping trips, cruises and other family vacations.
Above all else, Ed was devoted to his family. He will be remembered for his wisdom, humor, passion and unwavering love for those closest to him.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Roberta; his 4 daughters and sons-in-law, Sherri and Jeff Weissman, Nancy Schusterman, Debra and David Blanke, and Laura and Brad Dowling; his cherished grandchildren, Matthew, (Madeline Mesplay) Jake, and Gabby Weissman, Max and Molly Schusterman, Seth and Josh Blanke, and Sarah and Sophie Dowling; and his brother and sister-in-law, Howard and Susan Marblestone.
A graveside service will be held at Memory Hill Cemetery at Ward Wilson on Friday, January 16, 2026, at 12:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Temple Emanu-El, 188 N. Park Avenue, Dothan, Alabama 36303, or Landmark Park, 430 Landmark Drive, Dothan, Alabama 36303.
