It is with great love and deep sadness that we share the passing of Marjorie “Margie” Faye Johnson, affectionately known as “Nana”, on October 14, 2025 at the age of 82. To everyone who knew her, Margie was the kindest, most caring person—a gentle soul whose warmth could fill any room.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 17, 2025 at 3:00 PM at Wicksburg Assembly of God Church with the Reverend Benny Lindsey officiating and Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to service time.
Margie lived her life with grace and endless compassion. She always had time to listen, a smile to share, and a way of making everyone feel special. Her family was the center of her world, and she found her greatest joy in spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Margie will be remembered for her loving heart, her patience, and her unwavering faith in Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Her kindness touched everyone she met, leaving a legacy of love that will continue to guide us.
Margie is preceded in death by her husband Earl Johnson, parents Verne and Sadie Gilley, brother Randall Gilley, and sister Eura Harrell. She is survived by her sons Tony (Michelle) Johnson and David Johnson, grandchildren Courtney (Jordan) Dow, Brady (Madison) Johnson, and Aunna Johnson, great-grandchildren Hunter, Walker, and Turner Dow, Rowen Johnson, sisters Betty Sue Gilley, Martha Dykes, and Diane Jones, brother Pete Gilley, and several nieces and nephews who will forever cherish her memory.
In lieu of flowers, our Nana would like everyone to attend church on Sunday morning.
Mr. John Bennett Methvin, age 86, a resident of Eufaula, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at his residence.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. in the Glover Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Chris Wilkinson and Dr. Ken Bush officiating and Glover Funeral Home directing. Graveside services with military honors will follow in the Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery in Louisville, Alabama. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted.
John was born on December 25, 1938, in Eufaula, Alabama, to the late James Thomas, Sr. and Mattie Elizabeth James Methvin. He was a graduate of Eufaula High School and 22 years later attended Augusta Technical College. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force where he served from 1958-1962 and he was also a veteran of the United States Army where he served from 1962-1975. John worked for many years as an insurance agent and during this time he worked for State Farm and American General, both in Augusta, Georgia. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and supporting his grandchildren’s sporting events. He was a member of the Free Masons, Scottish Rite, and First Baptist Church of Eufaula, where he taught RA’s and Sunday School for many years.
He is preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, James Thomas Methvin, Jr., Joseph Milton Methvin, Ray Methvin, and Jerry Methvin; sister, Vivian Tetro.
Left to cherish his loving memories are his wife of 61 years, Ruby J. Sanders Methvin; son, Robin Keith Ammons (Danielle); two daughters, W. Gail Mathis (Walter) and Lynne A. Scott (Richard); brother, Kenneth Kelly Methvin (Teenie); six grandchildren; Jared R. Mathis (Brittany), Jordan A. Scott (Julia), Mallory R. Scott, Tyler M. Ammons (Meredith), Patrick E. Ammons (Mallory), and Alec J. Ammons (Ashley); seven great-grandchildren, Macy J. Mathis, Cameron J. Mathis, Harper J. Scott, Sage O. Scott, Hazel G. Ammons, Walker J. Ammons, and Lincoln O. Ammons; many loving nieces and nephews.
Asked to serve as pallbearers are Jared Mathis, Jordan Scott, Tyler Ammons, Patrick Ammons, Alec Ammons, and Andy Tetro.
Glover Funeral Home of Eufaula was entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 687-5725. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Ruby Jeanette McCurley, known affectionately as Jeanette by her loved ones, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 82. Born on September 18, 1943, in Hodgesville, Alabama. Jeanette’s journey through life was marked by her unwavering faith, her love for her family, and her appreciation for the simple joys of nature.
Jeanette is preceded in death by her parents, James William Glover and Audrey Clements Glover; her husband, James W. McCurley; her brothers, Lamon Glover, Frazier Glover, Doyle Glover, and James Glover; and her sisters, Dorothy Brown and Judy Tiberio.
She is survived by her sons, Michael Calloway and Lamar Calloway; her granddaughters, Ashley Simmons, Brook Blankenship, Skylar LaRue-Calloway, and Rebecca Lauren Calloway, and her great-grandchildren, Ian Simmons and Nora Jade LaRue, and a special nephew, Tim Brown, holds dear the memories and lessons imparted by Jeanette.
Jeanette’s life was a beautiful portrait of a loving mother and grandmother, a strong woman of faith who found joy in the simple pleasures of life. Her hands, always ready to tend to her flower beds and garden, reflected her nurturing spirit. She cherished spending time in nature, whether it was on her annual beach trip with her sons or enjoying the thrill of swamp boats. As a military wife and a traveling evangelist preacher’s wife, she was a pillar of support for her husband, and her passion for Alabama Football was unmatched.
A celebration of Jeanette’s life will be held at 12:00 p.m. Saturday at Ward Wilson Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow at Hodgesville Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will welcome friends from 11:00 a.m. until the start of the service, sharing stories and honoring the remarkable woman who touched so many lives.
Age 40, of Dothan, passed away after a lengthy illness on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Flowers Hospital.
Tara was born on April 8, 1985, in Dothan, Alabama, to Glen Allen Lewis and Pamela Jean Smith. She graduated from high school and went on to complete trade school courses. Tara worked as an inventory specialist with RGIS.
She was a talented and artistic individual who loved arts and crafts, especially painting. She also had a fondness for Batman, SpongeBob, and fishing—simple joys that reflected her fun-loving and creative spirit.
She is survived by her father, Glen Allen Lewis (Janice); mother, Pamela Jean Smith (Tim); sisters, Jessica Jean Lewis (Ryan), Misty Mae Lewis (Billy), Taylor Marie Lewis (Scott), and Dana Mann (Stephen); special living grandmother Dorothy Smith; nieces and nephews, Kaylee Lewis, Ryan Lewis Jr., and Drew Lewis; a special friend, Keisha Merritt; and a host of cousins and extended family members.
Marvin L. Smith, age 69, of Dothan, Alabama, passed away on October 13, 2025. He was born on June 17, 1956, in Matthews, Missouri, to the late William Leslie Smith and Alice Louise (King) Smith.
Marvin was known for his sense of humor and love of all things Snoopy. A devoted husband, he was a loving caretaker to his wife, Dixie, and a man whose dedication and work ethic defined him. Marvin was a hard worker throughout his life and took great pride in providing for his wife and two dogs- Bo and Luke.
He cherished spending time with his loved ones and was especially proud of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
He is survived by his loving wife, Dixie Darlene Smith; three daughters, Stephanie Taylor, Johnna Shanks, and Carrie Fodge; grandchildren Melanie Robinson, Austin Fodge, Garrett Taylor, Zachary Fodge, Jonathan Shanks, Jordan Taylor, Jessica Shanks, and Jacob Shanks; and great-grandchildren Charlee Robinson, Archer Robinson, Weston Fodge, and Ali Robinson.
Marvin is also survived by his sisters Ruth Ann Boyles, Stella Louise Copeland, and Penny Lois Wheeler, along with many beloved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Clifford Edward William Smith, Robert Eugene Smith, Rickey Smith, Ruby Alberta Edgar, and Helen Loretta Wheeler.
Marvin’s warmth, laughter, strength, and devotion to his family will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.
Mr. John Bennett Methvin, age 86, a resident of Eufaula, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at his residence.
