Yolanda Ann Jones, known affectionately as “YoYo” to all who knew her, passed away on September 12, 2025, at the age of 58 in Dothan, Alabama. Born in Ft. Walton Beach, Florida, on January 24, 1967, Yolanda’s early years were filled with the warmth and vibrancy that would come to define her entire life.
Yolanda was a beacon of love and joy, not only to her cherished family but to everyone she encountered. Her 35-year marriage to her beloved husband, Dr. Stephen Jones, was a testament to enduring love and partnership. Together, they raised two wonderful children, Wesley Parker (Anastasia) Jones and Mabry Anne Jones, and delighted in the joys of their grandson, Max Monroe Jones. Yolanda’s close-knit family also included her devoted brother, Stephen Clarke (Wendy) Johnson, her adored nieces and nephews, Stephen (Margaret) Johnson, Jacob Johnson, Cara Johnson, and Morgan Johnson and a beloved cousin, Belinda McAda. Yolanda was preceded in death by her brother, Marion Vernon Johnson.
After graduating from Choctawhatchee High School, she resided in Atlanta, Georgia and Augusta, Georgia. Yolanda and Stephen resided in Pensacola, Florida for several years before settling in Dothan, where they spent 25 fulfilling years. Her passion for design and artistry led her to start her own successful interior design business, through which she brought beauty and inspiration into the lives of others. Yolanda’s creativity was not confined to her work; her love for painting and her artistic talents were evident in the beautiful spaces she created and the lives she touched.
A woman of deep faith, Yolanda was a member of the First Baptist Church of Dothan, where she shared her love and light with her church family. She was the embodiment of love, always selfless and dependable, brilliant in her insights, and beautiful both inside and out. Yolanda was a constant presence in the lives of those she loved, always finding time for them, no matter how busy she was. Her ability to see the beauty in everything and everyone made a lasting impact on those around her. She was a natural creator of beautiful things and a beautiful family.
Yolanda and her husband, Stephen, were childhood sweethearts who grew up together, their lives intertwining into a beautiful narrative of shared vision and mutual support. She made everyone around her richer in spirit and joy, and her legacy of love and creativity will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to have known her.
A Celebration of Yolanda’s life will be held at 5 pm on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at First Baptist Church of Dothan with Dr. Taylor Rutland officiating. Friends and loved ones are invited to join the family at the church on Thursday from 4-5 pm to share in remembering and honoring Yolanda’s extraordinary life. Yolanda will be laid to rest in Ramah Cemetery in Gordon, Georgia, on Friday, September 19, 2025 at 2 pm EST.
Yolanda Ann Jones was the epitome of a life well-lived, filled with love, faith, and creativity. Her spirit will forever be cherished and her memory will continue to be a source of comfort and inspiration to all. She will be profoundly missed, yet her light will never fade.
Sunset Memorial Park Funeral Home and Crematory, 1700 Barrington Road Midland City, AL 36350 (334)983-6604
Mr. Posie Dee Vaughan of Westville, Florida (New Hope community) passed away Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at the age of 88.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, September 15, 2025, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva, AL with Rev. Derek Price officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home beginning at 5:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be made to New Hope Baptist Church or to any Holmes County, FL School System Basketball program in Mr. Vaughan’s memory.
Posie was born in Holmes County, Florida on May 07, 1937, to late Charlie C. and Emma Lee Smith Vaughan. He was a loving and devoted father and grandfather, who enjoyed spending time with his family. He enjoyed the outdoors and working in his flower garden, raising chickens, watching the birds feed and just being in nature. He was an avid basketball fan, who earned the title of Holmes Co. “Super Fan” and was awarded a plaque in his honor in 2023. He proudly attended and supported his alumni, wholeheartedly. He was a faithful member of New Hope Baptist Church.
Posie Vaughan was a good man-the kind of innate goodness which many people will spend their lives trying to imitate without ever achieving it. He never stopped being a teacher, but rather than imparting words of wisdom, he lived them, both in how he viewed the world and treated the people around him. There is no doubt that his absence will echo through many, many people, as he never met a stranger and always offered kindness even to those that will never pay it back.
In addition to his parents, Posie was preceded in death by two brothers, James Lee Vaughan and Johnny C. Vaughan; four sisters, Charlene Hawthorne, Ruth Forsythe, Cumi Vaughan and Eudene Hughes.
Posie is survived by two daughters; Kim Lee (Don), Westville, FL and Emmy Mosser (Jason), Bonifay, FL; four granddaughters, Ciara Lee, Westville, FL, Kiannah Mosser, Jayden Mosser and Lorelei Mosser, all of Bonifay, FL; one sister, Rachel Heath, Cantonment, FL and a number of nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family and friends.
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
Samuel Mark Jernigan, a resident of Eufaula, Alabama, passed away Friday, September 5, 2025, at his residence, He was 66 years old.
Memorial services will be held Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the chapel of Glover Funeral Home with Rev. Stephen Doss officiating and Glover Funeral Home directing. Flowers will be accepted.
Mark was born on August 10, 1959, in Birmingham, Alabama to the late Lynwood Franklin and Fannie Merle Johnston Jernigan. He worked for TNS Mills, Blue Springs State Park, and Eufaula TV and Radio. In his spare time, he enjoyed collecting coins and working in the television and radio industry.
He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Kenneth Jernigan.
Survivors include his daughter, Jessica Duey; three brothers, Kevin Jernigan, Brian Jernigan, and Jimmy Jernigan; three grandchildren, Malaki Jones, Blake Thorne, and Peyton Thorne.
Glover Funeral Home of Eufaula was entrusted with the arrangements.
Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Mr. Arvie Gaston Tew, a resident of Eufaula, Alabama, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Florida Gulf Coast Hospital in Panama City, Florida. He was 86 years old.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, September 14, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Cross Baptist Church in Eufaula with Rev. Jeff Hines and Rev. Jim Hill officiating. The burial will follow in the Pine Level Baptist Church Cemetery in Louisville with Glover Funeral Home directing. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Cross Baptist Church-33 Early Street Eufaula, Alabama 36027.
Gaston was born on May 9, 1939, in Clio, Alabama to the late David Alexander and Bessie Mae Holland Tew. He retired from the Alabama Department of Public Safety where he worked 11 years with the Alabama State Highway Patrol and 18 years with the Alabama Bureau of Investigation. Gaston enjoyed gardening and fishing and was a member of Cross Baptist Church where he served as Deacon, Sunday School Teacher, Choir Member, and Building Committee Member.
He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Vernon Wayne Tew and Loma O. Tew; sister, Margaret Tew.
Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife of 62 years, Sherry Naomi Johns Tew; son, Neil G. Tew (Nancy) of Montgomery, Alabama; daughter, Michelle Hafner (Bob) of Panama City, Florida; brother, David Bradley Tew (Mary Ann) of Mcdonough, Georgia; sister, Sandra Cannon of Brundidge, Alabama; four grandchildren, Alicia Cotta (Chris), Celia Stiltner (Ryan), Erin Hafner (Tyler Fondren), and London Tew.
Asked to serve as pallbearers are Charles Ward, Jimmy King, Tyler King, Paul Richardson, William Tew, Sam Williams, Victor Wozny, and Kenneth Kelley.
Glover Funeral Home of Eufaula was entrusted with the arrangements.
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Blonnie Evelyn Hasty, a resident of Dothan, died Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Southeast Health Medical Center. She was 98.
Graveside services for Mrs. Hasty will be held at 2 PM Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Union Hill Baptist Church cemetery with Rev. Ricky Campbell officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the cemetery.
Mrs. Hasty was born July 11, 1927 in Houston County, Alabama and lived her early years in Cottonwood before moving to Dothan. She was an amazing cook, loved gardening and listening to Bluegrass music. Ms. Hasty was a member of Union Hill Baptist Church.
Mrs. Hasty is preceded in death by her parents, William B. and Ressie Clemmons Ervin; husband, Luther Hasty; son, Ronnie James Hasty and two grandchildren, Craig Larry Burk and Karla Patsy Burk Hatcher.
Survivors include her daughter, Patsy Joyce Hasty Burk (Vernon Larry); grandchildren, Kimberly Joy Burk Barker (Keith), Scotty James Hasty; great grandchildren, Chastity Leann Gardner, Tara Danielle Barker, Keri Lynn Prince, Cody Lee Barker, Joshua Craig Burk, William “Billy” Hatcher, Marcus Hatcher, Clint Hatcher, Daniel Hatcher and Skyler Hasty.
Dorothy Jean Hall, of Geneva, Alabama, was called home on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Southeast Health surrounded by her loved ones.
Dorothy was born on December 6, 1946 to the late Ramsey Jordan and Mary Frances Ezell Jordan. She loved the Lord and served her whole life. She was an honorable wife and devoted mother. She loved everyone and everything she believed in.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 48 years, Franklin D. Hall; sister, Katherine Seals; and grandson, Jeffery Scott Hall.
She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Jean Hall (Timothy Harrison); son, Donnie Frank Hall (Michelle Hall); grandson, Donnie Lee Hall; granddaughter, Jessica Danielle Hall; great grandson, Zerek Scott Hall; and great granddaughter, Lily-Rae Reese Hall.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date and service times will be announced once finalized.
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” -Matthew 5:4
