Betty Jean Joiner Cain (78) passed away suddenly Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Southeast Medical Center. Her loving husband, Glenn Franklin Cain (74), passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Southeast Medical Center after a short illness.
Funeral services for Betty and Glenn will be held at 11 AM Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Southside Baptist Church with Reverend Jerry Grandstaff officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:30 AM until 10:50 AM at the church prior to the services. Burial will follow at Memory Hill at a later date.
Betty was born in Dothan to the late Genelle Matthews and Byron Joiner. She was a Beautician at Nelson’s Salon in Dothan for 50 years. The beach was one of her favorite places, but as grandchildren, and great-grandchildren came, she thoroughly enjoyed her role as MeMaw! Betty had a great sense of humor and was fun to be around!
Glenn was born in Dothan to the late Charles G. and Lillian Simmons Cain. He was a 1970 graduate of Dothan High School, and soon served the City of Dothan as a fireman for 26 years. After retiring, he was employed by Dothan City Schools in the diversion program, and worked for 22 years. Glenn was a kind man, and like Betty, enjoyed the beach, but also treasured his role as Pop to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. After their retirement, they enjoyed going on cruises, and were always planning the next one!
Betty and Glenn were married in October, 1976, and enjoyed 49 years of marriage before passing away on the same day. She was the love of his life, and he was the love of hers.They were lifelong members of Southside Baptist Church.
They are survived by daughters Paige (Devin) Whittle, Sandi (Ron) Parrish, both of Dothan, and Tina (Richard) White of Montgomery; Grandchildren Douglas and Matt Mims of Dothan, Christopher (Jordan) Cooper of Knoxville, TN; Peyton (Peyton) Whittle, Opelika, Parker (Kirianna) Whittle Opelika, and Walker White of Montgomery.Glen is survived by his brother, Stan (Theresa) Cain, Dothan, and numerous cousins.
Betty was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Linda Faison. In addition to her children, she is survived by brothers David Joiner, Charlie Prater; sister Ann (Frank) Thompson of Tampa, and numerous cousins and other and other relatives.
HEADLAND… Teresa Key Daniels, a resident of Headland, Alabama, passed away Friday evening, December 5, 2025, at her home. She was 91.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 A.M. Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Wright Funeral Home & Crematory Chapel with Pastor Jamie Danzey officiating. Burial will follow in the Springhill Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. prior to the service. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory are in charge of the arrangements.
The family is accepting flowers or contributions may be made in Mrs. Daniel’s honor to the Springhill Missionary Baptist Church & Church Cemetery Fund, 1080 State Highway 95 North, Abbeville, Alabama 36310.
Mrs. Daniels was born in Henry County, Alabama to the late James “Jim” Albert Key and Roseann “Rosie” Marrell Key. She lived her entire life in the Headland and Newville, Alabama area. She worked and retired after several years from West Point Pepperell. She was a very selfless person and was a foster grandparent to many children. She will be missed by all who know and love her. She was a member of the Springhill Missionary Baptist Church.
Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Johhny Frank Daniels; her daughter, Mary Lee Hooper; and her siblings, James B. Key, Emitt Key, George Key, Will James Key, Beatrice Davis, Ophelia Cochran, and Jimmie Lee Thomas.
Leaving to cherish her memories are her son, Johnny C. Daniels, her grandchildren, Tiffany Hooper, Tenika Hooper, and Marquis Hooper; her great-grandchildren, Noa, Nixyn, Markel, Mahri, Amiyah, Myles, Airen, Monroe, and Melea Valerie; and her special niece, Stephanie Daniels Williams; and several other nieces, nephews, and cousins.
NEWTON…Mr. Greg Walker, a resident of Newton, died late Thursday afternoon, December 4, 2025, at his home. He was 63.
Celebration of Life Services will be held at 6:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Waco Johnson officiating. Burial will be held in Clopton Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 6:00 P.M. Wednesday at the funeral home. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Walker was the son of the late Cecil Walker and Versie Wilkinson Walker and grew up in the close-knit Clopton Community, where family and hard work were at the heart of life. In 2012, he made Newton his home, bringing with him the same strong values and determination that shaped his life.
He spent his days doing what he loved most—working the land and building with his hands. Farming, logging, and operating heavy equipment weren’t just jobs to him; they were a way of life. He had a deep respect for the outdoors and a talent for turning hard work into something lasting and meaningful. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Misty Hagler.
Surviving relatives include his son, Kolten Walker (Shelby), Ozark; grandson, Leo Walker; uncle, James Roy Wilkinson, Clopton.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
R. H. “Billy” Griswold, 86, passed to his heavenly reward on Friday, December 5, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Billy is survived by Becky Gould Griswold, his wife of sixty-three and a half years, his sons Tim (T. J.), and Ricky (Debbie), six grandchildren Elizabeth (Evan) Kohen, Traylor (Briana), Christian (Abigail), Collier (Aselyn), Cameron (Kayla) Griswold, Caitlin (Jacob) Patterson, 13 great grandchildren, one sister, Shirley Hines, a brother-in-law, Charles Gould, sisters-in-law Linda Gould and Myra Currier, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents Ira and Emmie Lee Griswold, his brother I. W. Griswold, sister-in-law Catherine Griswold, and brothers-in-law L. C. Hines and Dr. Vincent Currier.
Billy was born and reared in New Brockton, Alabama. He served in the National Guard. He understood the value of hard work. In his earlier years he barbered at Ft. Benning, Georgia and in Phenix City, Alabama, where he met the love of his life. After moving to Dothan, he was a building contractor with L. C. Hines and R. H. Griswold Homebuilders. Billy was a faithful member of Cloverdale Baptist Church where he served as deacon, Sunday School teacher, and served on the building committee and several other committees over the years.
Billy dealt courageously with Parkinson’s Disease for many years. While at home he took joy in the company of his friends, family, and his great grandchildren, who affectionately called him “PaPa.” Our family is grateful for the exceptional care given by hospice nurses, Joyce Ellison and Allie Argentina at Gentiva Hospice. Their patience, kindness, and dedicated care helped our family navigate a difficult time, ensuring our loved one’s comfort and care.
Funeral services will be led by Rev. Vann Cooley and Rev. Alan Bryan at Ward Wilson on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 2:00p.m., with visitation at 12:30p.m. prior to the service. Burial will follow at Memory Hill Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Christian Griswold, Collier Griswold, Traylor Griswold, Cameron Griswold, Evan Kohen, and Jacob Patterson.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in his memory to the Cloverdale Baptist Church Building Fund, 806 Dexter Street, Dothan, AL 36301 or The American Parkinson’s Disease Association at www.apdaparkinson.org
HEADLAND…Cindy Ann Burger, a resident of Headland, died Friday night, December 5, 2025. She was 69.
There are no memorial services planned at this time. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
Cindy was born and raised in Rochester, NY, daughter of the late Francis Edward Burger and Virginia Walters Burger. She was retired, due to disability, from General Motors, having worked in the Rochester facility and later in the Fitzgerald, Georgia facility. Cindy had been a resident of Headland since 2015 and was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving relatives include her son, Michael Lee Burger, Headland; two brothers, Wayne Burger, Tuscaloosa and Steve Burger, Caledonia, NY; and five grandchildren.
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.
Silas A. Pope passed away Thursday, December 4, 2024 at the age of 83.
Funeral services will be held at 1 P.M. Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Ward Wilson Funeral Home.
Silas’s early years were spent in the nurturing care of his parents, Houston and Annie Pope, who preceded him in death. He grew up alongside his sister, Nettie B. Hamm, who also predeceased him. Silas’s life was enriched by his loving wife, Robbie Pope, with whom he shared countless memories until her passing.
A devoted father and grandfather, Silas’s legacy continues through his sons, Bobby Pope (Paige) and Doug Pope. His grandchildren, Charlton, Carson, and Dawson Pope, and great-grandchild, Amelia Pope, will forever cherish the wisdom and affection he imparted. Silas is also survived by his brother, Bill Pope (Ann), who will miss his companionship and brotherly love.
Silas’s professional life was marked by a distinguished 23-year career as a nuclear specialist at Farley Nuclear Plant. His expertise and commitment to excellence made him a valued colleague and mentor to many within the industry. Silas’s work ethic and dedication were also evident in his 20 years of service as a Seabee in the Navy, where he completed three tours in Vietnam.
Silas’s love for his family was the cornerstone of his life, and it is this love that will continue to inspire those he left behind.
Silas’s life was one of purpose and impact, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of his loved ones and the community he so faithfully served. As we bid farewell to Silas A. Pope, we celebrate a life well-lived, full of love, service, and devotion. His memory will be treasured, and his spirit will live on through the many lives he touched.
