BLUE SPRINGS…Mrs. Deborah Shehane Scott, a resident of Blue Springs, near Clio, passed away early Monday morning, March 2, 2026, peacefully at her home. She was 74.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, March 7, 2026, in Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church, near Blue Springs, with Pastor Danny Rieben officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.
Mrs. Scott, daughter of the late Ralph Shehane and Netestelle Shehane, was a native and lifelong resident of Blue Springs. She was a 1969 Graduate of Blue Springs High School where she was the Salutatorian. Mrs. Scott was employed as a banker for thirty-seven years and retired in 2016 from Wells Fargo in Midland City. She will always be remembered for her strong work ethic and how she loved her customers. Faith was an important part of her life, and she was a member of Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church.
Surviving relatives include her husband loving husband of fifty-six years, Mitchell Scott; her son, Joery Scott (Tavia); her daughter, Jessica Scott Ivey; grandchildren, Sarabeth Scott, Trey Scott, River Scott, and Landyn Ivey; nine siblings; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Trey Scott, Landyn Ivey, Austin Johnson, Nathan Parr, Steve Hill, and Adian Hill.
The family wishes to express their appreciation to the nurses and staff of Vitas Hospice for the loving care and kindness shown to Mrs. Scott and to all of them during this difficult time. Their gentle presence and compassion brought comfort when it was needed most. They would also like to thank the nurses at Southeast Health Critical Care in Dothan for the support, patience, and dedication they showed throughout her care. In addition, the family is sincerely grateful to the members of Glad Tidings Assembly of God and Pine Level Baptist Church for surrounding them with prayers, encouragement, and steady support. Every act of kindness has meant more than words can say.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Nick Joseph Spina, age 94, of Dothan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Westside Terrace.
Mr. Spina was born on June 16, 1931, in Alabama to Paul Joseph Spina and Mary Aquilino Spina. A proud veteran of the United States Navy, he carried the values of service, dedication, and hard work throughout his life.
Nick was a successful business owner of Pines III Nurseries, where his love for landscaping and working outdoors flourished. He was known for his strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit, enjoying ventures such as flipping houses. In his quieter moments, he loved reading, writing letters, and dancing the jitterbug — a pastime that reflected his joyful personality and zest for life.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Marion Spina; his close cousin, Sal Campisi and his brother-in-law and best friend, Carlo Maenza.
Nick leaves behind a beautiful legacy of love and devotion to family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 75 years, Rose Marie Maenza Spina; his sons, Paul Spina (Joann), Sam Spina (Cindy), Nick Spina, Jr. (Annette), and Steve Spina (Debra); and his daughter, Maryann Spina Valencia (Luis).
He is also survived by his grandchildren: Paul Spina (Deanna), Mary Rose Baker (Myron), Nick Spina (Raquel), Angela Flores (Carlos), Kate Fetzer (Tom), Ashley Bryan (Jeremy), Alyssa Spina (Travis Gross), Anthony Spina (Thea), Nick Spina IV (Sarah), and Felicia Spina Sloan, Luis Valencia, Jr (Randi), Anna Rose Spina, Elena Spina, along with numerous great-grandchildren.
Additional survivors include his brother, Paul Spina (Bena); his sister, Providence Murphree (Charles); and his close cousin, Nick Campisi.
Nick Joseph Spina will be remembered for his unwavering love for his family, his dedication to his work, his lively spirit, and the countless lives he touched throughout his 94 years.
Sister Mary Bell “May Bell” Jones, age 88, was born on December 4, 1937, to the late Sol Berry and Katie Bell Berry. She was the devoted wife of the late Willie Nelson Jones. Sister Mary Bell peacefully departed this life on February 24, 2026.
Mary Bell gave her life to God at an early age and stood firmly on His Word until her passing. Her faith was her foundation, and she lived her life as a testimony of strength, love, and devotion to Christ.
She was a dedicated worker throughout her life. Mary Bell worked at Ansell until her retirement. After retiring, she continued serving others by working at First Baptist Church and later as a Foster Grandparent at Jerry Lee Faine, where she lovingly poured into the lives of countless children until her health no longer permitted her to continue. She loved “her kids,” and they loved her dearly.
Mary Bell faithfully served as Chaplain of the Ruth Walker Matrons and was a member of the St. Mary’s District Matrons. She was also a member of the Elks Club. In her leisure time, she enjoyed playing bingo and cooking for others, always finding joy in bringing people together through food and fellowship.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Willie Nelson Jones; two daughters, Elaine Crook and Marilyn Edwards; one son, Dezario Jones; one granddaughter, Tika Jones; four brothers, Jim Berry, Barney Berry, Cleveland Berry, and John Ed Berry; and four sisters, Inez Pierce, Annie Malone, Mamie Dennard, and Gertrude Sanders.
She leaves to cherish her precious memory: two sons, Ricky (Mavis) Jones and James (Jammie) Rich; two daughters, Rochelle (Anthony) Brown and Jill (Henry) Williams; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews; and a special friend, Sue Larve.
A funeral service will be held Friday, March 6, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at First Missionary Baptist Church, 370 Chickasaw Street, Dothan, Alabama, with Reverend Brandon Marshall officiating.
Visitation will be held Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Fowler Family Funeral Home, 965 Woodland Drive, Dothan, Alabama.
DOTHAN… Stuart David Biser, a resident of Dothan, Alabama, passed away Friday, February 28, 2026, at a Dothan hospital. He was 44.
Graveside services will be held 10:00 A.M. E.S.T., Friday, March 6, 2026, at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Thursday evening, March 5, 2026, at Wright Funeral Home & Crematory Chapel. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to his children’s college fund in c/o Wells Fargo Bank.
Mr. Biser was born in Ft. Mitchell, Alabama to Fredrick Biser, Sr. and the late Naydine Spies Biser. He was a 2001 graduate of Russell County High School. He furthered his education at Southern Union State Community College. He served his country in the U.S. Army. He had previously worked as a maintenance Manager at different manufacturing facilities. He had lived in Dothan, Alabama for the past four years. He was an avid outdoorsman, which was mostly spent wetting a hook, in his favorite fishing holes. He was a simple man, who loved his family.
Leaving to cherish his memories are his children, Tristin Smith and Dawsynn Biser and their mother, Caitlin Biser; his special friend, Penny Cochran and her daughter, Evah Harris, in which he thought of as his own daughter; his father, Fredrick Biser, Sr.; his brothers, Fredrick Biser, Jr. (Katelin) and William Biser; his grandfather, Bill Spies; his grandmother, Mary Lee Albee; several special cousins.
Phyllis “Pill” Constable, a beacon of unwavering positivity and a lover of life’s simple joys, passed away on March 1, 2026, at her home in Slocomb, Alabama. Born on November 3, 1966, at Barksdale Air Force Base, Pill was a woman who, despite her disability, saw the world through a lens of optimism and sought to embrace a purer outlook on life.
Pill graduated from high school in Wascum, Texas, in 1980, where she was known for her spirited personality and her ability to speak her mind with kindness and sincerity. Her infectious laughter and genuine interest in others made her a beloved figure within her community.
Her passion for Alabama Football was well-known; she could be found on game days cheering with an enthusiasm that matched the roar of the crowds in the stadium. Wrestling was another of Pill’s favorite pastimes, and she followed the sport with as much zeal as she did her treasured football games.
Beyond her love for sports, Pill possessed a profound love for her family. She lived with her brothers, sharing daily life’s ups and downs, and she cherished her role as an aunt, great-aunt, and sibling. Her brothers, Tommy Constable with his wife Audrey O., and John P. Constable, will remember her as a pillar of strength and kindness in their family. Pill’s numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews were a source of immense joy, and she invested time and love into each of their lives, leaving behind a legacy of cherished memories.
Pill’s commitment to her faith was evident in her involvement with the church choir, where her voice would rise in song, reflecting the depth of her belief and the joy she found in communal worship. She loved her brother and her extended family fiercely, and her devotion was a testament to the bonds of kinship.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Leon Constable and Annie Blanch Brandon Constable.
In every aspect of her life, Pill strived to nurture and spread happiness. She had an exceptional ability to connect with children, whose company she greatly enjoyed. Her ability to engage with the younger generation was a gift that she gave freely, enriching the lives of all the children who had the fortune to know her. Her legacy is one of love, laughter, and the enduring power of a positive spirit.
Phyllis Constable’s life was a testament to the belief that even amidst challenges, one can choose to focus on the good, on the connections that matter, and on the joy that can be found in every day. Her memory will continue to inspire those who knew her to live with the same courage, love, and unyielding positivity that she embodied.
A celebration of Pill’s life will be held at 5:00pm on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Mount Zion Church, 1415 Mt. Zion Road, Cottonwood, AL with Pastor Derek Womack and Pastor Stacy Reeves officiating.
Billy Ray Thames of Geneva, AL passed away on Sunday, March 01, 2026. He was 86 years old.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva with Rev. Dr. Allen Marsh. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 5-7 p.m.
Billy was born in Geneva County, AL on February 23, 1940, to the late Ira Lee “Bill” and Dora Lee Hawthorne Thames. He retired from Fleming Foods, where he worked in warehouse for a number of years. After his retirement, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He knew how to make others feel special, always sharing a joke with laughter and putting others’ needs ahead of his own. Early in life, he along with his family, enjoyed traveling, playing and singing gospel music. He will be missed greatly by his family and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Daphne Mixon Thames, one daughter, Patricia Darlene Thames, one sister, Linda Gail Hyde, and two brothers, Jerry Bruce Thames and Bobby Lee Thames.
Billy is survived by one brother, Burley Thames (Dovie) of Hartford, AL and one sister, Wanda Lavallee of Geneva, AL, and several special nieces and nephews.
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.net
