Ms. Patsy Smith of Wicksburg went home to be with the Lord and Savior on September 17, 2026. She was 80 years old.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with Rev. Buddy Hood officiating. Burial will follow in the Wicksburg Assembly of God Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, September 20, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. until service time.
Ms. Patsy Smith was born to the late Emmett and Lettie Waters on November 12, 1945, in Dale County. She went to Wicksburg High School and got her GED from Wallace Community College on January 27, 1988. She retired from Flowers Hospital after 21 years of service as Business Office Mail Clerk and Switchboard Operator. She took great pride in being a faithful caring mother, granny and great grand-mother and was friends to many. She loved cooking, sewing and being in the yard. She took pride in helping Wicksburg school and the Wicksburg Volunteer Fire Rescue in any way she could.
She was preceded in death by her parents, the father of her children Sherrill Smith; her oldest son Jerry D. Smith; sisters: Pauline Strickland, Margaret Harrison, and Elinor Carmichael; brothers: Paul Waters, Vernon Waters, and Vernie Waters.
She is survived by her children: Sherry Woodham (David), Wicksburg, Robert Smith, Wicksburg, Wanda Andress (Travis), Enterprise, and Stacey Trawick, Wicksburg; daughter- in- law Lorrie Powers, Dothan; grandchildren: Chad Woodham (Rachel), Troy, Katie Parrish (Chris), Wicksburg, Jonathan Smith, Dothan, Heather McCall (Jimmy), Dothan, Blake Thomas (Nancy), Wicksburg, Kelley Williams, Enterprise, Madison Powell (Trey), Enterprise, Hunter Trawick, Wicksburg, Sarah Golden (Hunter), Malvern, Dalton Smith, Prattville; great-grands Kooper and Grayson Woodham, Troy, Steel Roach and Sophia, Bailee, Abigail Parrish, Wicksburg, Garrett (Trista), Pooler, GA, Oliver, and Hazel Grace McCall, and Kole Granger, Dothan, Reagan Thomas, Wicksburg, Kennedy Powell, Enterprise, Ellie Mae Trawick and Reid Gibson, Wicksburg, Kolsen James Golden, Malvern; sisters: Bonnie Sellers, Wicksburg, Francis Martin (Allen), Hartford; brothers: Oliver Waters, Enterprise, John Waters (Saundra), Slocomb, and Tom Waters, Daleville; several nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends.
The family wishes to extend their sincere gratitude to the following for taking care of their mother, MICU3 nurses at Flowers Hospital and Enhabit Hospice.
EWELL COMMUNITY…Mr. Robert Douglas “Hadacol” Phillips, a resident of the Ewell Community, died early Friday morning, September 18, 2026, at the home of his sister. He was 83.
A complete obituary with a list of survivors will be announced later by Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Titus Jerry Prevatt, a resident of Gordon, Alabama died unexpectantly Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at his residence. He was 75.
Funeral services for Titus will be held at 11 AM Monday, September 21, 2026 at Watermark Church in Ashford, Alabama with Pastor Todd Thorpe and Dean Moore officiating. The family will receive friends from 3 PM until 5 PM Sunday, September 20, 2026 at Ward Wilson Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Cowarts cemetery with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Watermark Church Ramp Team in honor of Titus.
Titus Jerry Prevatt was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, faithful friend, and a man whose life was grounded in faith, hard work, service, and family. Above all, Titus loved the Lord with all his heart.
Titus was the beloved husband of Lynda Dodson Prevatt, his cherished wife and lifelong companion of almost 39 years. Together, they built a life filled with love, faith, family, and countless memories. In 1997, they built their home in Gordon, where they enjoyed the peaceful country life Titus loved so dearly. That home became the place where they shared many of life’s sweetest moments and built a life they could call their own.
He was a loving father to Tyla Holloway and Jonathan Prevatt , and a proud grandfather to his only grandson, Tanner Holloway. His family was precious to him, and the love he gave them will continue to be part of their lives for generations to come.
Titus proudly served his country in the military for two years. He later spent many dedicated years working at Farley Nuclear Plant, retiring in 2012. Titus believed in working hard, doing things right, and giving his very best. His strong work ethic was a reflection of the character he carried throughout his life.
He lived by the words of Scripture: “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.”— Colossians 3:23 (KJV)
An outdoorsman at heart, Titus found great joy in the country life he loved. He enjoyed breeding dogs, fishing, hunting, and simply being outdoors. These passions brought him happiness and created countless memories for those who shared them with him.
Titus also believed in giving back to his community. Through his community service and his involvement with Watermark Church, he demonstrated his desire to serve others. His faith was not simply something he professed; it was an important part of the way he lived.
Titus leaves behind more than memories. He leaves a legacy of faith, perseverance, service, and love. He leaves behind the home he built, the work he was proud of, the family he cherished, and the many lives he touched along the way.
To know Titus was to know a man who valued the things that mattered most: his Lord, his family, his country, his work, and the simple blessings of life. His absence will leave a space that cannot be filled, but his family can carry forward the lessons he lived by and the love he gave them so freely.
His loved ones will remember his steady presence, his hardworking hands, his love of the outdoors, and the life he built alongside Lynda. Most of all, they will remember a man who loved his Lord and sought to live his life with purpose.
Though Titus has left this earthly home, his story does not end here. His faith gives his family hope that this goodbye is not forever. They can take comfort in knowing that the man they loved is now at peace with the Lord he faithfully loved and served.
“Well done, thou good and faithful servant.”— Matthew 25:23 (KJV)
Rest peacefully, Titus. Your work here is finished, your legacy remains, and you will forever be loved and missed by the family you cherished so deeply.
Titus is preceded in death by his parents, Jay and Edna Jarvis Prevatt; brother, Jay Prevatt, Jr.; sisters, Mable Glass, Juanita Tice and Inez Hughes.
Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Lynda Prevatt; children, Tyla Holloway (Terry), Jonathan Prevatt (Gabby); grandson, Tanner Holloway; brothers, Tim Prevatt (Carol), James Prevatt (Melanie); sisters, Joyce Baxley, Abbie Sheppard (Kevin); brother and sister-in-law, Phillip and Jacquelyn Dodson along with several nieces and nephews.
Mr. Davy Keith Daughtry of Dothan passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at the age of 70.
Born on May 7, 1956, in Mobile, Alabama, Davy grew up in Samson, Alabama. In 1973, he answered the call of duty by enlisting in the United States Navy, embarking on a distinguished 30-year career that took him around the globe. Throughout his dedicated service, he was stationed with numerous commands and vessels, including the USS Hassayampa, USS Lexington, Naval Administration Command (Orlando, FL), Air Anti-Submarine Squadron 31, Naval Hospital (Orlando, FL), Naval Facility (Brawdy, Wales, UK), USS Wasp (which he proudly helped commission), Naval Amphibious Base (Little Creek, VA), USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, FCTCL (Dam Neck, VA), Naval Support Activity (Norfolk, VA), and finally the USS Mount Whitney, before retiring in 2003.
In 2006, Davy returned home to Alabama alongside his family. Upon settling in Dothan, he began a fulfilling second chapter of service as a Veteran Service Officer for Houston County, eventually rising to Chief Veteran Service Officer. Over two decades with Alabama Veterans Affairs, he poured his heart into advocating for and supporting his fellow service members.
Davy brought warmth, generosity, and joy to everyone he met. A natural caregiver who served others without expecting anything in return, he will be remembered as a deeply devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend—and a passionate Alabama Crimson Tide fan. ROLL TIDE ROLL!!!
He was preceded in death by his parents, Morton and Easter Daughtry; his brothers, Jerry and Jay Daughtry; and his sister, Frances German.
He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Marion “Betsy” Daughtry; his sons, David Daughtry (Kendall) and Andrew Daughtry (Hannah); his two cherished grandchildren, Traelor and Frank Daughtry; his brothers, Galen Daughtry, Ricky Daughtry, and Steve Daughtry (Jamelle); his sister, Scelette Morris; a large extended family of beloved cousins, nephews, nieces; friends; and his two faithful four-legged companions, Ellie and Freya.
“Fair winds and following seas—you have reached your final harbor.”
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, September 21, 2026, at Ward Wilson Funeral Home, with Reverend Doug Seale officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, one hour prior to the service.
Deborah Jean Hillman, passed away, Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at the age of 74.
She was born and raised in Dothan, Alabama, a daughter of Robert and Virginia ( Bennett) Hillman. Debbie has lived in St. Louis for the past 12 years to be closer to family. She enjoyed traveling, being a Nana, antique shopping, painting, baking and watching football.
She is the beloved mother of Crystal (Tyler) Burns; and the proud grandmother of Evelyn Virginia “Evie” Burns. Deborah was preceded in death by her parents, and brother’s Curtis and Bobby Hillman.
Graveside services will be held at 10 am on Monday, October 5th at Memory Hill cemetery in Dothan, Alabama. If desired, contributions may be made to; The Womens Safe House or Mercy Health Foundation in her honor.
DACULA, GEORGIA. . . Lorraine “Lorry” de la Croix, a resident of Dacula, Georgia, formerly of Headland, Alabama, passed away Wednesday morning, September 16, 2026, in Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Gainesville, Georgia. She was 80.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. (EDT), Saturday, September 19, 2026, in the North Metro Baptist Church, Hoschton, Georgia, with Dr. Frank Cox officiating.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 P.M. (CDT) Sunday, September 20, 2026, in the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery, 1550 Parramore Road, Dothan, AL 36303, with Reverend George Bryan officiating. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Eagle Ranch (In memory of Lorry de la Croix), 5500 Union Church Road, Flowery Branch, GA 30542
Lorry de la Croix was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and was raised in Headland, Alabama. She was a graduate of Headland High School and received a Bachelor of Science in Education from Auburn University. Lorry was retired from Cobb County Public School System where she served as a Librarian for thirty years. She was an active member of North Metro Baptist Church, Hoschton, Georgia and was an avid Auburn football fan. Lorry was preceded in death by her father, Louis Arthur de la Croix, Jr., her mother, Ethelene Jordan de la Croix Warren, step-father, J. B. Warren, and her brother, Louis Arthur “Art” de la Croix, III.
Surviving relatives include a nephew, Christopher de la Croix and his wife, Melissa, Greenville, SC; great-nephews, Colin de la Croix and Grayson de la Croix; sister-in-law, Susan Grantham de la Croix, Headland, AL.
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