Stanley Erwin Jones IV, age 36, a resident of Basalt, Colorado (formally of Dothan), passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
Celebration of Life Services will be held at 2:00PM on Monday, December 8, 2025 at First United Methodist Church in Dothan, Alabama with Dr. David R. Saliba officiating and Glover Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends from 12:30PM until 1:45PM on Monday in the Fellowship Hall. Services are available to watch livestream at https://www.fumcdothan.org/sanctuary-live-stream
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Shepherd School or In Christ Name c/o First United Methodist Church, 1380 West Main Street, Dothan, Alabama 36301.
Stanley Erwin Jones IV, was born in Dothan, Alabama, on January 20, 1989, to Stan and Julie Jones. He was the second-born of twins, arriving just after his brother David. Julie and Stan had already decided that the first twin born would be named David, after Julie’s father, and the second would continue the family name. Stanley joined his big brother, Turner—only 15 months older—and later welcomed his younger brother, Rush, born in 1993.
From the beginning, Stanley was anything but ordinary. Stan recognized early the natural athletic gifts that seemed woven into Stanley’s very being. Stanley grew up loving sports, competition, and the joy of physical challenge. He excelled in nearly every sport he attempted.
At age 12, a friend, Tim Gannon, asked if he planned to compete in the city-wide track meet. Stanley decided he would—and promptly won. He not only took the city title but went on to win the state 100-meter race and compete in the Junior Olympics in Virginia as part of a Birmingham-based relay team that recruited him for their 4×100 squad.
Stanley continued to shine as an athlete at Houston Academy, where, under the guidance of Coach Rodney Dollar, he became one of the top football players in the state. As a senior, he was named Alabama’s 2A Back of the Year and earned a starting spot at tailback in the Alabama/Mississippi All-Star Game. In 2007, he graduated from Houston Academy and committed to playing football for Coach Larry Blakeney at Troy University. In 2020, Stanley was inducted into the third class of Houston Academy’s Athletic Hall of Fame.
As remarkable as his speed, strength, toughness, and intelligence were on the field, it was Stanley’s heart that truly set him apart. He loved deeply and openly and made sure the people in his life felt that love. Children especially held a tender place in his heart, including his nieces and nephews, who adored him.
Stanley shared a unique and unbreakable bond with his twin, David, and with their brothers Turner and Rush. Their memories together are countless and will be cherished forever. Stanley loved his parents, Julie and Stan, with his whole heart, and there was nothing he wouldn’t do for them. Stanley lived with his heart on his sleeve. His superpower was forming deep, intentional relationships, something he learned from his beloved grandmother, Mimi, whom he deeply cherished.
Stanley made his home in Colorado, a place where he found peace in the beauty of the outdoors. He embraced all that Colorado offered—golf, fishing, hiking, biking, skiing, anything that brought him outside. In 2016, Stanley graduated from Colorado Mountain College.
His natural warmth, love for people, and hospitable personality shaped his career path. He spent several years in Dothan working at Flowers Insurance Agency. Most recently, he worked at The Little Nell Hotel in Aspen, Colorado, where he quickly rose through the ranks and earned the position of Front-End Manager—a role in which he thrived and was deeply valued.
Stanley was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jake and Martha Jo Jones, David Harold Johnson, and Jane Brackin Adkinson.
He is survived by his parents, Stan and Julie Jones; his brothers, Turner Jones (Mary Olivia) of Dothan, David Jones (Claire) of Huntsville, and Rush Jones (Olivia) of Birmingham; grandparents, Jerry Adkinson, and Carmen Johnson; his beloved nieces and nephews, Tee, Asa, Brackin, Sarah Louise, Wheeler, and Presley Jane Jones. Also, his aunts, uncles, and cousins, all of whom loved him dearly.
Serving as pallbearers are Davis Flowers, Lit Flowers, Charles Flowers, James Gannon, William Gannon, Tyler Jordon, Zach Kelly, Murray Kiesler, and Watson Downs.
Stanley’s life was a gift—full of love, laughter, adventure, and devotion to the people he cared for. He will be forever missed and forever loved.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Darlene Marie Wilson, a vibrant soul known for her boundless energy and infectious love for life, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama. Born on December 16, 1957, in Hollywood, Florida, Darlene’s life was a tapestry of joy, adventure, and unwavering love for her family and friends.
Darlene was preceded in death by her parents, George O’Neal Austin and Deloris Kastenhuber Austin, as well as her brothers, Bryan and Glenn Austin. Her memory will be cherished and kept alive by her loving husband, Cletis Wilson, Jr.; her sons, Ryan Tice and Joey Tice (Christina); grandchildren; Niccolas Tice, Harper Tice, Braydee Tice, Teigen Tice, and Leightyn Tice; great-grandchildren, Max Tice and Liam Tice; sister, Deloris, and brother, Curtis Austin, who will miss her dearly.
Darlene’s zest for life was evident in her many interests and hobbies. She found joy in painting figurines and collecting Hallmark Precious Moments, loved fishing, and could strike up a conversation with anyone she met, making friends wherever she went. Her adventurous spirit kept her always on the go—a busy body who loved her family fiercely. A woman of faith, Darlene was a cherished member of the Midway Assembly of God Church, and her love for reading and devotion to her church community were sources of great comfort and inspiration throughout her life. Her bond with her mother was special; they were best friends who shared a love for the beach and many cherished moments together.
Darlene’s days were often filled with the sounds of her favorite gameshows, “The Price is Right” and “Let’s Make a Deal,” as well as the suspense of drama and FBI shows like “NCIS.” These simple pleasures brought her immense joy and were a staple in her daily routine.
Described by those who knew her as adventurous, Darlene leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and joy. Her memory will be treasured by all who knew her, and her spirit will continue to inspire those she leaves behind. Darlene Marie Wilson’s story is a celebration of a life well-lived and a reminder to cherish every precious moment.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Gardens of Memory Cemetery.
DAWSONVILLE, GEORGIA. . .Tommie Ann (Harris) Hudgens, a current resident of Dawsonville, Georgia, and a former long-time resident of Dothan, passed away early Sunday morning, November 30, 2025 in Dawsonville, GA. She was 90.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 4, 2025, in the Holman-Headland Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Cory Solomon, her great-nephew, officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, near Headland. The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. Thursday at the mortuary in Headland.
Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s of Central Alabama, 300 Office Park Drive, Suite 225, Birmingham, AL 35223.
Mrs. Hudgens was born in Tampa, Florida during a category 5 hurricane (which her sisters said was appropriate), and was raised in various locations. She was a graduate of Gadsden High School, and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education from Auburn University. While a student at Auburn, Mrs. Hudgens was inducted into the Education Honor Society and was a member of the Synchronized Swimming Club. Her granddaughters were taught to swim at an early age due to her love of swimming. Immediately after her graduation from Auburn, she taught in the Dale County Public School System; however, upon her marriage to John, she embarked upon her true life’s calling, which was to be a homemaker creating a wonderful life and memories for her adored husband and daughters. Mrs. Hudgens was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Dothan and the Pathfinders Sunday School Class for 45+ years. She moved to Georgia after John Hudgens’s death to be close to her daughter.
Mrs. Hudgens was preceded in death by her father, Frederick James Harris, Sr., her mother, Catharine Carney Binns Harris, her husbands, Joseph Brinson Phillips and John Frank Hudgens, sisters, Kit Keefe and Betty Martin and brothers, Fred Harris, Jr. and John Harris.
Surviving relatives include her daughters, Kathleen Dyar (Ben), Arley, AL; and Beth Hudgens Massey (Paul), Gainesville, GA; a brother, David Paul Harris, Orlando, FL; grandchildren, Ashlyn Dyar, Sarah Dyar Crockett (Sam), Catharine Massey Wadkins (Jacob), and Abbie Massey; great-grandchildren, Blair Crockett and Everett Wadkins.
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.
Alfred Leon McDaniel, 98, a former resident of Salem, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at his residence in Dothan, Alabama.
Leon was born May 30, 1927, in Salem, Virginia to the late James McDaniel & Pearl (Cochran) McDaniel. Following high school and business college, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. During his military service, he was stationed at Roswell Army Aviation Base in New Mexico. Leon was an accountant at Yale Lock/Eaton Corporation until his retirement in 1989. Outside of work, he enjoyed spending time with his family, walking in the woods, and playing golf.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Marlene St. Clair; and his sister, Edith Perkins.
He is survived by the love of his life, and his wife of 77 years, Helen E. (Brumfield) McDaniel of Dothan; his daughter, Cindy Sheffield (David) of Dothan; his two granddaughters, Jennifer Randa (Hunter), and Amanda Woodham (Dustin); and his three great-grandchildren.
He will be remembered for his smile, his gentle presence, and the love he had for his wife and family.
The family would like to express their gratitude to Barbara and the staff and nurses of Wiregrass Home Care and DaySpring Hospice for the love and care shown to their loved one during this difficult time.
Per his wishes, no services will be held at this time.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888.
