Linda May Alexander, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, partner, and friend, passed away on January 13, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 68. Born on April 1, 1957, in Flint, Michigan, to the late Ruth Cramer, Linda’s life was marked by her unwavering kindness, her love for her family, and her enduring faith.
Linda’s journey was one of joy, laughter, and an abundance of love. She was a beacon of light to her significant other of 20 years, Gary Carter, and a pillar of strength and inspiration to her children, Heather Alexander (Dario), Matthew Alexander, and Elifaz Zambrano. She was the proud grandmother to Alison, Lisa, Matthew, Andrew, Rhiana, and Bryna, who will carry her legacy forward with fond memories and lessons learned from her gentle guidance.
Though Linda faced the profound losses of her mother, Ruth Cramer, her son, Gary Alexander, her daughter, Lisa Michelle Hallock and her siblings, Marie Beck, Thomas Nelson Hallock, Bryan Hallock, and Marsha Caddwalder, she continued to embody resilience and grace. Her sister, Bernice McNeil, her niece and nephew, Hilary and Wayne Wilkerson, and a host of cousins, remember Linda’s infectious laughter and the way her presence made any room feel like home.
Linda’s stepchildren, Wayne Carter, Vanessa Carter Pryor, and Mistel Carter, also held a special place in her heart. Together, they created cherished memories that will be treasured forever.
A dedicated employee at Mariott, Linda was loved by her coworkers for her sense of humor, her intelligence, and her beautiful soul. She was not only a hard worker but also a friend to many, known for her generosity and her ability to make everyone feel good. Her laughter was a common sound in the hallways, and her knack for joking around made even the longest shifts seem shorter.
Outside of work, Linda enjoyed going out to eat and shopping with her daughter Heather, activities that often led to spontaneous adventures and stories that would be retold for years to come. Linda’s love for the color purple was more than a preference; it was an expression of her vibrant personality and the joy she found in life’s simple pleasures.
Linda’s faith played a central role in her life. A devoted member of Harvest Church, she loved Jesus with all her heart. Her spirituality was the compass by which she navigated life’s challenges and celebrated its blessings. Linda’s ability to find humor in the everyday, to see the good in people, and her remarkable intelligence were gifts she generously shared with her church community.
A talented pianist, Linda’s music filled the halls of her home and the hearts of those who listened. Her playing was not just a hobby but a form of prayer and expression that touched the souls of many.
Linda May Alexander will be remembered as a woman who loved deeply, laughed heartily, and lived her life with an unwavering faith. Her memory will be a keepsake, from which her family and friends will never part. Though she has left this earthly realm, her spirit will continue to guide and inspire those who were blessed to know her. Linda’s life was a testament to the beauty of a soul that loved unconditionally, and her legacy will be cherished forever.
A celebration of Linda’s life will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 2pm in Sunset Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends an hour to the service. She will be laid to rest in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery.
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
Linda May Alexander, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, partner, and friend, passed away on January 13, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 68. Born on April 1, 1957, in Flint, Michigan, to the late Ruth Cramer, Linda’s life was marked by her unwavering kindness, her love for her family, and her enduring faith.
