David Jasper Martin, age 82, went home to be with the Lord on April 26, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.
Memorial services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva, AL. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday beginning at 11:00 a.m.
Born on January 26, 1944, David lived a full and meaningful life defined by hard work, humor, and devotion to his family. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend who left a lasting impression on everyone he met. David retired from Fort Rucker, where he worked as a skilled helicopter mechanic. Prior to that, he spent many years as a truck driver, a job that suited his love for the road and storytelling.
David never met a stranger. He had a gift for conversation, always ready with a story and a laugh that could brighten any room. He also had a deep appreciation for old cars, enjoying their craftsmanship and the memories they carried, often sharing that passion with those around him. His sense of humor will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Patricia Spicer “Pat” Martin; his children Debbie Kerstein (Rich), Kristi Thames (Mikie), Jennifer Martin, Amanda Wright (Rob), Tonya Spicer; 11 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother James Martin (Pam), extended family, and many cherished friends.
David was preceded in death by parents, Leamon and Virginia Martin, and son-in-law, Jimmy Hewell.
His family finds comfort in knowing he lived a life full of love and laughter and that his memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew him.
“His Lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant… enter thou into the joy of thy Lord.” – Matthew 25:23
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
AVON. . .Robert Lamar Tice, a resident of Avon, passed away early Friday morning, April 10, 2026, in a Dothan hospital. He was 64.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 1:00 until 5:00 P.M Sunday, May 17, 2026 at his home, 858 Broadway Avenue, Ashford, Alabama 36312. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Tice was born in Avon and raised in Houston County. He lived in the Ashford area all his life. In earlier years, he was self-employed as the owner and operator of Robert Tice Painting. Mr. Tice was preceded in death by his father, R. L. Tice, and a sister, Sheron Thorn.
Surviving relatives include his son, Lucas Tice, Dothan; his mother, Ann Branton Tice, Ashford; a sister, Linda Joyce MCrimmon, Ashford; a brother, Ronnie Tice (Wendi), Rehobeth; nieces, Brittany Layton (Heath) and Heather Ann Smith (George); nephews, Logan Tice and Landon Tice; other nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.
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.
Milton King, Jr., aka “Junebug”, affectionately known to many as a kind and friendly man, was born on July 24, 1945, in Ashford, Alabama, and departed this life on May 10, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama.
He lived a life marked by devotion to family, faith, hard work, and the simple joys of everyday living. Milton was a people person through and through, and he had a way of making others feel welcome and included. He was known for accepting everyone as his family, a reflection of the warmth, familiarity, and easy connection he extended to those around him. His straightforward nature, his sense of humor, and his honest way of speaking made him memorable to all who knew him.
Milton retired from CSX railroad after years of dedicated service, carrying with him the strong work ethic and dependability that defined his life. He also served faithfully as a Deacon of St. Paul Church in Ashford, where his presence was valued and his commitment to his faith was evident. Reading was among the things he enjoyed, along with driving around town, tinkering on cars, and collecting any and everything. He was widely known as the “junk man”, a nickname he wore with pride because it reflected both his resourcefulness and his love for finding value in what others might overlook. He was also a handy man who could fix, build, or improve just about anything he put his hands on.
Milton enjoyed WWE Wrestling and had a special appreciation for the excitement and entertainment it brought. More than anything, he loved his family deeply and found joy in being surrounded by the people he cherished. He was a talker in the best sense, always ready with a conversation, a story, or a word of encouragement. His presence brought comfort and laughter, and his kind spirit left a lasting impression on everyone blessed to know him.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Cathy Thomas King; his children, Royal Lee King (Catina), Josephine Thomas (Robert), Pamela King Hall (Nathaniel), Bulinka Cunningham (Shavaughn), and Cassandra King; his grandchildren, LaKeria King, Britney Brown, Jessica Barkley, Jamel Anglin, and Amber Johnson; his great-grandchildren, Khamari Frazier and Caleb Ware; his siblings, William King, Mandy Smith, Lue Sistrunk, Edward King, and Charles King; his special nephews, Detrick King, Londrell Pearson, and Billy Ray Streeter; his good friends, Lee Bryant and Matthew Rivers; and a host of nieces, nephews, family members, and friends who will forever hold his memory close.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton King, Sr. and Queen Esther King; his son, Milton King III; his great-grandchild, Aryanna Griffin; his brother, Kenny King; his sister, Diane King; and his son-in-law, Robert Thomas. Though these loved ones have gone before him, their memories remained a part of his life and the family story he helped shape.
Milton King Jr. will be remembered for his kindness, his friendly nature, his strong presence, and the many ways he touched the lives of others. His life was one of love, faith, hard work, and authenticity. He leaves behind a legacy of family devotion, community connection, and treasured memories that will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
A celebration of Milton’s life will be held on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 2pm in the Sunset Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Tyeshia Thomas officiating. The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service.
James Cecil “Jimmy” Barrentine, Jr., affectionately known as “Mullet” to his friends, was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
A complete obituary with a list of survivors will be announced at a later time.
Glover Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Melodie Lynn Woodham of Dothan passed away Monday, May 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She was 66.
A Celebration of Life service honoring Melodie will be held at 1 P.M. Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Ward Wilson Funeral Home with Reverend Michael Woodham officiating.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, May 16, 2026, one hour prior to the service.
Melodie Lynn Woodham, was born March 16, 1960, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Ralph and Shirley Been. As part of a military family, Melodie spent much of her childhood moving across the country before eventually settling in Dothan, Alabama.
Melodie attended and graduated from Cottonwood High School, where she met the love of her life and future husband, Dick Woodham. In her younger years, she enjoyed playing softball and proudly cheering on the Cottonwood Bears.
In May of 1982, Melodie married Dick, beginning a beautiful marriage that would span 44 loving years. Together they built a life centered around faith, family, and unconditional love. She was a devoted wife and a proud mother to her son, Shawn, and daughter, Kristen. While she cherished her children deeply, her greatest joy came from being “MiMi” to her beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Raylee, Chloe, Conner, Kolson, Marissa, Mackenzie, Grayce, Grayson, Jenson, and Adeline. She treasured every opportunity to support them at ballgames, school functions, activities, and honors events.
Melodie dedicated more than 20 years of her life to caring for animals as a veterinary technician. She began her career at Care Animal Center and later continued her calling at Briar Creek Veterinary Hospital Known affectionately by many as the “Cat Whisperer,” Melodie had a special gift for comforting and caring for animals, especially cats, while also forming lasting connections with their owners.
Her compassion for animals extended far beyond her profession. Throughout her life, she lovingly cared for dogs, cats, pigs, rabbits, chickens, ducks, and even squirrels. Among them all, her soulmate companion was a little white dog named Blossom, lovingly nicknamed, “Toot Toot.”
Outside of work and family, Melodie enjoyed visiting farmers markets, browsing trading posts, supporting local businesses, and shopping at Marshal’s. She found joy in simple moments, meaningful conversations, and making those around her feel love and welcomed.
Melodie was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Shirley Been.
She is survived by her loving husband, Richard “Dick” Woodham; her son, Shawn Shepard (Sebrina), of Southport, Florida; her daughter, Kristen (Stevie) Creamer of Dothan, Alabama; her grandchildren, Raylee Grantham, Chloe Shepard, Conner Shepard, Kolson Creamer, Marissa(Steven) Shook, Mackenzie Creamer, Grayce and Grayson Creamer, and her great-grandchildren, Jenson Shook and Adeline Shook.
Melodie will be remembered for her compassionate heart, her unwavering devotion to family, her gentle spirit, and the love she shared so freely with both people and animals. Her presence brought comfort, warmth, and laughter to so many, and her memory will forever be treasured by all who knew and loved her.
