Sandra “Sandy” Yvonne Infinger Reagan passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 13, at her home in Geneva, Alabama. She was born in Red Bay, Florida, April 30, 1944, to Hughie Infinger and Bertha Montgomery Infinger. She was a graduate of Walton High School – Class of 1962. After high school she moved to Geneva for work. It was there at a church social she was introduced to Donald “Wayne” Reagan and they married in 1964. Sandra and Wayne recently celebrated 62 years of marriage.
Sandy was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, and (where she found her greatest joy) Nana to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. As the mother of four, she gave her love freely to family, friends, neighbors and total strangers alike. She was a compassionate woman who loved helping others and her motherly advice was sought by many. She was someone you wanted to be around, to befriend, to sit with and enjoy long talks. She filled a room with sunshine from her bright eyes and her smile.
She served her community as a courthouse clerk in both the tax collector’s and the land assessor’s offices. Her personality was infectious and you most likely walked out of the courthouse with a smile on your face and a new friend after visiting Sandy, even if you had only come in to pay a bill. Sandy also served as a Scout Leader/Mom for both Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts and a Geneva Band Mom, providing life skills to our community’s youth. A devoted antique collector, she turned that passion into a small business of her own. Her children still remember weekends spent combing antique stores for rare pieces of Depression glass.
Sandy led a life guided by God. She served her church family as a United Methodist lay speaker, sharing her faith from the pulpit with warmth, humility, and a conviction that steadied anyone who heard her. She gave freely of her time and her heart, asking nothing in return. She was a committed, faithful member of Pleasant Ridge United Methodist Church in Samson and Maple Avenue Baptist Church in Geneva.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her sisters, Danna Brooks (Jimmy) and Suzy Green, brother-in-law Bill Stewart, sister-in-law Lorraine Reagan, and her granddaughter Molly Arizona Pettis.
She is survived by her husband, Donald Wayne Reagan of Geneva; her four children, Shanna Brock (Ricky) of Geneva, Jason Reagan (Alison) of Geneva, Stacie Pettis (Johnathan) of Geneva, and Nicholas Reagan of Pensacola, FL; her siblings, Rodney Infinger (Anita) of Freeport, FL, and Camy White (Richard) of Hartford; her sister-in-law, Redetha Stewart of Mobile, her brothers-in-law, Bill Green of DeFuniak Springs, FL and Royce Reagan (Jackie) of Marianna, FL; her grandchildren, Colton Pettis (Nikki) and Reagan Pettis; her great-grandchildren, MollyAnn and John River Pettis; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude for the earthly angels that walked with them in caring for Sandy, Mrs. Misty, Mrs. Tara and Mrs. Nicole.
A celebration of life service will be held on Monday, August 17 at 6:00 p.m. at Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva, AL. Visitation will precede the service with the family receiving friends beginning at 5:00 p.m.
Flowers are appreciated or the family would be grateful for donations in her memory to Pleasant Ridge United Methodist Church, in Samson, AL.
John Paul Scarborough, age 77, of Dothan, Alabama, passed away on August 12, 2026. He was born on October 11, 1948, in Hartford, Alabama, to the late Paul Funston Scarborough and Willie Dell Scarborough.
John Paul was a hardworking man who spent much of his life working in the dry-cleaning business and as a truck driver. He took pride in working hard and providing for his family. Those who knew him could count on him to be dependable, honest, and willing to lend a hand whenever he could.
More than anything, John Paul loved his family. He was proud of his children and enjoyed watching his family grow. He is survived by his sons, Jeff Scarborough, Allen Scarborough, Paul Scarborough (Libby), and Josh Scarborough (Leona). He was a proud grandfather to Will Scarborough, Griffin Scarborough, Tyler Scarborough, Courtney Wilkins, Ne’Vaeh Scarborough, Ny’Ryan Scarborough, Leah Scarborough, Olivia Scarborough, Jamie Daniel, and Lyric Daniel.
John Paul is also survived by his brothers, Truman Scarborough (Elaine) and Terry Scarborough; his half-sister, Elsie Phillips and her husband, Bill; and numerous nieces and nephews who will cherish the memories they shared with him. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jack Scarborough.
John Paul loved Jesus, and his faith was an important part of his life. He found joy in the simple things and especially enjoyed hunting, telling jokes, and sitting around sharing stories. John Paul had a great sense of humor and could usually be counted on to have a story or a joke ready. He enjoyed talking with people and had a way of making those around him feel comfortable and welcome.
John Paul will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was a man who worked hard, loved his family, enjoyed a good laugh, and never seemed to run out of stories to tell. The memories he made with his family and friends will be treasured for years to come.
Though his passing leaves a great sadness for those who loved him, they can find comfort in knowing that John Paul is now at peace and with the Savior he loved. His memory will live on through his children, grandchildren, family, and all those who had the privilege of knowing him.
Obituary from Holman Funeral Home of Ozark – Ozark, Alabama
Tina E. Hickman, born Ernestine Hickman on June 20, 1945, in Longville, Louisiana, peacefully passed away in her sleep on August 8, 2026, at the age of 81.
Funeral services for Ms. Hickman will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday, August 20, 2026, in the Chapel of Holman Funeral Home in Ozark with Reverend John Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Westview Memorial Cemetery, Holman Funeral Home of Ozark directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home in Ozark Thursday from 10:00 A.M. until service time.
She was the daughter of the late Sam Hickman and Lorene Ford Hickman.
Tina attended Northwest Louisiana Technical College’s Natchitoches Campus and worked in nursing, caring for pediatric and geriatric patients. She had a special love for babies and also worked in childcare. She enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening, and spending time with her family. Tina was the proud mother of four children and grandmother of four. She was married to Edward Piper for 43 years.
She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Casaundra Hickman-Timpson, Tonya (Sean) Marcus, Jason (Deeadra) Piper, and Darrin Piper; grandchildren, Teun Piper Dawson, Aarmand Piper, Avery Piper, and Jordin Piper; siblings, James Hickman, Betty Green, Faye Smith, Jesse Hickman, Lee Esther Ford, Jerry Hickman, Chester Hickman, Lisa Hickman, Janice Hartsfield, and Glenn Hickman; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, and loved ones. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, George Hickman; and sister, Christine Harris.
Ronnie Gene Childree, 82, a life-long resident of Houston County, passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at his residence following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 15, 2026, at Glover Funeral Home with Brother Bobby Elliott officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Hill Cemetery with Glover Funeral Home of Dothan directing. The family will receive friends from 9:00 until 9:45 a.m., prior to the services.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the, Ronald McDonald House Alabama, 1700 4th Ave South, Birmingham, AL 35233, or Taylor Baptist Church, 4156 Taylor Road, Taylor, AL 36301.
Ronnie was born June 3, 1944, in Dothan to the late R.D. & Mary Bell (Lamb) Childree. He spent his life in Houston County and was a graduate of Rehobeth High School and then attended Troy State University. Following college, he began working for Coca-Cola for 20 years as a Sales Route Manger. He then worked as a groundskeeper for Troy University-Dothan for 11 years. He was longtime member and deacon of Taylor Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Billy Childree, and Bobby Childree.
He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Sarah Childree; his son, David Childree (Tamela); his daughter, Sharon Boyett (Danny); his seven grandchildren, Jessica Collins (Zo), Kaylee Walls (Justin), Timothy Myers (Kristen), David Myers (Heather), Wesley Grubbs (Shealee), Jerrad Creel (Miranda), and Anna Creel; his brother, James Lamb; and several great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Serving as pallbearers will be David Childree, Jerrad Creel, Timothy Myers, David Myers, George Caldwell, and Donnie Cobb.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the nurses and staff of Enhabit Hospice and Caregivers shown to their loved one during this very difficult time.
Glover Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Shelia peacefully departed this life surrounded by loved ones on July 3, 2026 at the University of PENN hospital after a brief illness.
She was born on August 20, 1958 in Dothan, Alabama to the late Joe David Duncan and Annie C. Hutchinson Duncan. In her formative years, Shelia attended Montana Elementary School and Girard Jr. High School. Shelia graduated from Dothan High School in 1976. From an early age, Shelia understood what it meant to be a servant and found opportunities to serve within her church, high school and local community. Shelia’s love for the youth showed through her seasonal work with the City of Dothan’s Recreation Department as a Therapeutic Recreational Camp Volunteer.
Shelia grew up as a child and attended Parks Chapel A.M.E. Church throughout her adulthood until she moved to Montgomery, Alabama. She was a faithful and dedicated member of Parks Chapel serving as the Financial Secretary, member of the Steward and Stewardess Board, Women’s Missionary Society, and singing in the choir.
Shelia matriculated to Troy State University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting in 1981. While at Troy State, Shelia remained committed to servitude and chose to pledge in the newly formed Mu Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha where she was appointed Parliamentarian in 1978. After graduating from Troy, Shelia returned to Dothan and secured a Head Bank Teller position at First National Bank of Dothan in 1981. Shelia would quickly advance in her career and begin working in Home Health for the state of Alabama. In 2004, Shelia became Branch Director for Alabama State Department of Public Health where she managed and oversaw the accounts receivable function for the statewide Home Care programs.
After accepting a new position with the State of Alabama Department of Public Health and relocating, Sheila attended St. John’s Church in Montgomery, Alabama and served as an active member of the St. John’s Working Club, the Women’s Choir, Sanctuary Choir and Mass Choir. Upon moving to Delaware, Shelia found a home at Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church where she became a member of the Stewardess Board and willingly offered her service to the church.
She would end her career retiring as the Alabama State Home Care Director, supervising 30 Home Health units within the state, recruiting, hiring, supervising, training and providing direct supervision to all staff, along with ongoing staff development.
Upon retirement, Shelia relocated to Delaware and continued to serve at POLYTECH High School as a Substitute Teacher for four years. Shelia exemplified the heart of a servant and this was mostly expressed through her service as a caregiver.
In addition to her parents, Shelia is preceded in death by her brother Willie C. Duncan and sister Betty Duncan Parker and brother-in-law Walter Parker.
She is survived by her nephew, Anthony Duncan, whom she was a dedicated caregiver for over 56 years, niece Dr. LaTonya Pierce (John), Niece Breahna Harmon (Katteem), Nephew John Pierce, III (Shemiah) and Derrick Duncan, Sisters Kandee Kennedy-London (Charles), Marie Payne and Katie Brascomb, Brother Kevin Kennedy (Josha-Lyn) Nieces Taliyah London, Mica Richardson, Ayana Turner, Jamilia Robinson, Alicia Payne, Katherine Brascomb, Penelope Pierce, Briana Robinson, Amiylah Robinson, Milani Merriweather, Paislei Robinson, Alexsix Mayo, Asa Payne; Nephews Damion London, Tyree London, Ben Kennedy, Tyson Kennedy, KJ Kennedy, Kailyn Kennedy, Jahal Robinson, Octavious Merriweather, Braylon Robinson, Kross Robinson, Isaiah Custis, Sr. (Carrie), Isaiah Custis, Jr., Adam Payne (Mya), Darrell Payne (Aliyah), Christopher Steele; Jhazhiere Harmon, Ronan Payne, Sister-in-laws Catherine Duncan, Gloria Brooks (Willie), Melinda Culpepper and Nancy Peralta; Special friends Charon and Darryl Scribbins, Jerry Moore, Dr. Wilma Mishoe, Dr. Mary, MacIntrye, Choona Lang, Debbie Myers, Ernestine Custis, Maggie Story, Lewis Timmons, Patricia Collins, Deborah Norcisa and a host of cherished loved ones.
Services were held at the Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church in Dover, DE 19904. Her final resting place will be at the Memory Hill Cemetery in Dothan, AL.
Douglas Lamar Parker, age 85, of Midland City, Alabama, passed away on August 12, 2026, in the same town where he was born and spent much of his life. Born on March 17, 1941, in Midland City, he was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, and faithful servant to his community. He lived a life marked by love, kindness, and devotion, and he will be remembered for the steady presence he brought to those around him.
Douglas spent his early years in Houston, Texas, before returning to Midland City in 1956. That move proved to be the beginning of a lifelong connection to the community he would come to serve so faithfully. He carried with him the values of hard work, responsibility, and respect for others, and those qualities shaped the way he lived each day. He was known for his strong work ethic and for the quiet, dependable way he met every obligation placed before him.
He devoted more than 39 years of his career to Dale County as an assistant engineer with the Road and Bridge Department. His work was steady and meaningful, and he took pride in doing his job well. After his long tenure with Dale County, he continued serving the people of his hometown by working for the City of Midland City for the last nine years of his career.
Douglas was also a faithful member of Midland City Methodist Church, where he served as treasurer for more than 25 years. He was a man who believed in doing what was right, and he carried that belief into both his church life and his daily life.
Family was the great joy of Douglas’s life, and he was very proud of each member of it. He was preceded in death by his wife, Twylia Parker, and by his parents, Henry and Louise Parker. He is survived by his son, Doug Parker (Tina); his grandchildren, Hayden Ridge Parker (Jodie Lynn), Gavin Goss, and Melyssa Cochran (Ryan); and his great-grandchildren, Easton Goss, Elaina Goss, Carter Cochran, and Cooper Cochran. He is also survived by his brother, Benjamin William Parker of Richmond, Texas; his sister, Shirley Rose Dean of Katy, Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews. He loved his family dearly, and he especially cherished his grandson. His love for them was evident in the way he spoke of them, cared for them, and celebrated their lives.
Those who knew Douglas will remember his warm heart, his loving nature, and the kindness he extended so freely to others. He enjoyed playing poker with close friends and family, and those times were often filled with laughter, fellowship, and good memories. He also enjoyed fishing throughout the Midland City area, where he found peace in simple pleasures and the quiet beauty of the outdoors. He was a gifted storyteller whose words could hold an audience with spellbinding intensity, and his stories brought joy to many who had the privilege of hearing them.
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 11am at Midland City Methodist Church with Pastor Ray Kelly officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:30am until 11am on Saturday. Following services, he will be laid to rest by his wife in Midland City Cemetery.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Roger Friend, Brett Brockett, Brad Brockett, Arvin McCathern, Jr., Ryan Cochran, and Phillip Parker.
