Shirley Benjamin Hargrove, a resident of Mobile, Alabama, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Medical Center Barbour. She was 77 years old.
Graveside services will be held on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Eufaula with Bro. Dylan Patterson officiating and Glover Funeral Home and Crematory directing. Flowers will be accepted.
Shirley was born on July 7, 1949, in Mobile, Alabama to the late James Arthur and Virginia Lyddane (Metcalfe) Benjamin. She worked many years as a preschool teacher and bus driver for the Mobile County School System. She loved children and especially adored her grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Sandra Parton; brother-in-law, Earl Bradshaw.
Left to cherish her memories are her daughter, Heather Bowden (Ted); son, Michael Hargrove; sister, Brenda Bradshaw; five grandchildren, Dozier Greer (Jenna), Amber Bennett (Clayton), Pierce Hargrove, Jasmine Hargrove, and Tyler Bowden; two great-grandchildren, Chloe Yarbrough and Oakley Bennett; niece, Diane Marrow; two nephews, Benjie Bradshaw (Susan) and Matthew Bradshaw; several great nieces and nephews.
Glover Funeral Home and Crematory of Eufaula was entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 687-5725. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Donald Alvie Harrelson of Dothan, Alabama, passed away at his residence on September 4, 2026. He was 83 years old. He was born December 21, 1942, in Andalusia, Alabama to William Alvie Harrelson and Applys Alma Harrelson. He graduated from Straughn High School in 1961. He married Wavene Danford on December 24, 1964. He worked in the Opp Cotton mill and then relocated to Dothan, Alabama in 1968. At that time, he began working for Colonial Baking Company from 1968 through 2004. He received the Salesman of the Year award several times throughout his tenure. He was part of the Wiregrass Rose Society where he won several awards as well.
He was very involved in the local church for his entire life at the Pentecostals of Dothan. There he was very involved in music, playing the guitar and leading congregational singing for more than 45 years. He greatly loved Southern Gospel music and attended many concerts. He taught the youth Sunday School class for decades and had hundreds of students attending. He was a remarkable Bible scholar despite never attending a seminary. He loved the Word and solid biblical preaching. He was an avid reader.
He was predeceased by his parents, William Alvie Harrelson and Applys Alma Harrelson and a brother, Charles Harrelson. He is survived by his wife, Wavene Harrelson of almost 62 years. He is survived by sons Philip (Teresa) Harrelson and Mark (Stephanie) Harrelson. He is survived by two sisters, Ruby Padgett and Roberta Pate. His grandchildren include Justin (Alyssa), Nathan (Tabitha), Lauren Harrelson, Lyndsay (Mitch) MacPhee, Zachary (Trinity) Harrelson, and Benjamin (Katelyn) Harrelson. His great grandchildren include Asher, Adilyn, Lainey, Reagan, Emmie Reese Harrelson and Raelyn, Elowyn MacPhee, and Henry Harrelson. There are two more great grandchildren on the way.
A funeral service will be held at Ward-Wilson Funeral Home on September 9, 2026, at 3 PM, with Pastor Philip Harrelson, Bishop Joe Patterson and Pastor Mark Harrelson officiating. There will be a viewing preceding the service at 2 PM.
Serving as pallbearers will be Justin Harrelson, Nathan Harrelson, Zachary Harrelson, Benjamin Harrelson, Mark Harrelson, Philip Harrelson, Asher Harrelson, and Henry Harrelson.
DOTHAN. . .James Lewis Hilson, a resident of Dothan, passed away early Friday morning, September 4, 2026, at his home. He was 78.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, September 7, 2026, in the Timbers Drive Church (1461 Timbers Drive, Dothan), with Pastor Josh Horton officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. Monday in the church sanctuary. Burial will follow in the Dothan City Cemetery. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Timbers Drive Church, 1461 Timbers Drive, Dothan, AL 36301 or Gentiva Hospice, 2431 West Main Street, Suite 1102, Dothan, AL 36301.
Lewis Hilson was a lifelong resident of Dothan, son of the late Warren G. Hilson and Mozelle Evans Hilson. He was a graduate of Dothan High School and attended Troy University. Lewis was retired from Southeast Alabama Medical Center as a Radiological Technologist after forty years employment. He was a member of Timbers Drive Church and Dothan Elks Lodge. Lewis was an avid Alabama football fan.
Surviving relatives include his wife, Donna Gilbert Hilson; a daughter, Tabitha Penn (Andy), Midland City; a sister, Sharon Ann Hilson, Rainsville, AL; brothers, Warren Wesley Hilson (Diane), Dothan; and Mark Evans Hilson, Rainsville, AL; grandchildren, Braidden Bagwell, Tanner Cole, Gaven Cole, Olivia Cole and Stephen Woodham; a great-grandchild, Kingsleigh Bagwell; a special former sister-in-law, Donna Irene Bell Hilson, Dothan; a niece and two nephews.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Andy Penn, Braidden Bagwell, Gaven Cole, Stephen Woodham, Tanner Cole, Michael Gilbert and Buddy Birge.
HOLMAN-HEADLAND MORTUARY & CREMATIONS IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Phone 334-693-3371. may sign a guest register at www.holmanmortuaries.com. This establishment does not own a crematory.
Jerry Hart King, age 80, of Howard Creek Community, Florida, passed away on September 3, 2026. He was born on September 7, 1945, in Pinckard, Alabama, where he spent his early years and formed the foundation of a life marked by steady work, quiet strength, and deep appreciation for the simple things.
Jerry lived a life that reflected dedication, humility, and a strong sense of responsibility. He graduated from Riverside Military School and later served his country in the Army Reserves for four years. After completing his military service, he returned to Pinckard, where he resumed the life he knew best and devoted himself to farming. His work ethic and commitment to his community were evident in everything he did, and he eventually purchased the K & N Peanut buying point, where he worked for several years until his retirement in 2006. During that time, he also served as president of the peanut buying point association, a role that reflected the respect he earned from those who knew him and worked alongside him.
Those who knew Jerry will remember him as a man of few words, very quiet in nature, with a dry sense of humor that often revealed itself in subtle and memorable ways. He kept to himself, but his presence was steady and dependable, and those closest to him understood the kindness and sincerity that lived beneath his reserved manner. He did not seek attention, but he had a way of leaving a lasting impression through his character, his work, and the consistency of his life.
Jerry deeply loved the outdoors and found great peace in the natural world around him. Fishing was one of his greatest joys, and he especially enjoyed sheepshead fishing nearly every day. Being near the water brought him comfort and contentment, and he cherished the quiet moments that came with it. He also loved sitting on his porch with his friends, a simple pleasure that suited his reflective nature and appreciation for life’s quieter beauty.
Family was an important part of Jerry’s life. He is survived by his daughter, Brandi Andrews and her husband Eric, as well as three grandchildren, Hardy Ethridge, Hank Ethridge, and Ranah Kate Ethridge. He also leaves behind his loving companion, Diane Henderson, who shared in his life and companionship. His family will remember him with love and gratitude for the example he set through his steady presence, his work, and the values he carried throughout his life.
Jerry’s life was one of quiet perseverance and unwavering devotion to the path he chose. From his beginnings in Pinckard to his years of service, farming, and business leadership, he lived with integrity and purpose. He found meaning in honest labor, in time spent outdoors, and in the company of those he loved. Though he was not a man who spoke often, his life spoke clearly through the legacy he leaves behind.
He will be remembered with affection by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. Jerry King’s life was a testament to the dignity of hard work, the value of humility, and the lasting comfort of a life lived faithfully and well.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. The family will receive friends at his daughter Brandi’s home on Monday, September 7, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Ms. Doris Alberta Sellers Brannon, age 97, a resident of Ashford, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:30pm on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at Faith Tabernacle Church with Brother Tim Simmons and Brother Greg Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in the Wicksburg Assembly of God Church Cemetery with Glover Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends on Sunday at Faith Tabernacle Church one hour prior to the services, from 1:30pm until 2:30pm.
Flowers will be accepted.
Ms. Brannon was born in Wicksburg, Alabama on November 2, 1928, to the late William Green and Elvie Peters Sellers. She was raised in Wicksburg during her early years of life and later lived in the Lovetown community. She worked as a seamstress in the textile industry for Wex Tex in Ashford for forty-five years. She served in children’s ministry as a teacher for over fifty years, at Faith Tabernacle Church and Love Hill Assembly. She was a faithful member at Faith Tabernacle Church. Ms. Brannon was passionate about anything she did, she had a heart for others and loved to serve. She always put others before herself. Her love and legacy will forever be remembered by those who she loved and served.
Ms. Brannon is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Samuel Turmon Brannon; infant granddaughter, Pamela Jean Moore; great granddaughter, Brittany Hollis; son in law, Ralph Moore; three brothers; and five sisters.
Survivors include her two daughters, Deloris Wambles and Doris Moore, both of Ashford; six grandchildren, Buddy Moore (Connie), Sammy Moore (Amanda), Kenny Moore (Sonya), Wendy Burdeshaw (Greg), Jill Hollis, Jenny Hallford; thirteen great grandchildren; seventeen great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
Serving as pallbearers will be Buddy Moore, Sammy Moore, Kenny Moore, Greg Burdeshaw, Joseph Brackins, and Kade Blackmon. Serving as honorary pallbearer will be Kameron Blackmon.
Glover Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Dorothy Louise (Powell) Johnson, 74, formerly of Illinois, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at her home in Dothan, following an extended illness.
Dorothy was born April 17, 1952, in Danville, Illinois to the late Harry & Hellen (Lamb) Powell. She attended Danville High School in Illinois and worked, spent the early years of her life as a homemaker and later worked as an associate for Kmart. Dorothy loved cooking and found great joy in making quilts for others to enjoy. She will be loved and missed by all who knew her.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband of almost 56 years, Harry Johnson of Dothan; her children, Windy Vedder (Josh) of Paris, IL, and Theresa Rollings (Eric) of Champagne, IL, Timothy Johnson (Sara) of Oblong, IL, and Daniel Johnson of Dothan; her eight grandchildren, Brittany Mosley, Christopher Hoult, Emily Thompson, Hailey Bednar, Dakota Johnson, Bailey Johnson, Keeley Johnson, and Benjamin Johnson; and four great-grandchildren.
Per her wishes no services will be held at this time.
Glover Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Shirley Benjamin Hargrove, a resident of Mobile, Alabama, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Medical Center Barbour. She was 77 years old.
Ms. Doris Alberta Sellers Brannon, age 97, a resident of Ashford, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
