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Peggy Raska

Peggy Raska

Peggy Raska passed away on June 25, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 64.

Peggy was born on August 22, 1961, in Florida to Kermit and Margie Boone. She was a loving daughter, sister, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her brothers, Kermit Boone, Ryan Boone, Roger Boone, and Randy Boone.

Peggy enjoyed cooking, spending time at home, and being with her family. She especially loved spoiling her grandchildren and treasured every moment she shared with them. She will be remembered for her generous heart, strong spirit, and the love she gave to those around her. During her working years, Peggy enjoyed many different careers.

Her greatest joy was her family. She is survived by her son, Ronald Raska (Crystal); her daughters, Regina Raska (Chad), and Amanda Raska (John); her grandchildren, Savannah, Wyatt, Lexi, Isaac, Alijah, Markie, Jaydyn, Hunter, Jason, Casey Lynn, Malachi, Jeremiah, Joshua, and Makayla; and her great-grandchildren, Ava, Eve, Gatlin, Jacob, Ivy, Violet, Saphira, and Freyja. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Justin. Peggy is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends who will cherish her memory.

She will be remembered for her love of life, her devotion to her family, her caring nature, and the lasting impact she made on those who knew and loved her.

A celebration of Peggy’s life will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 2:00pm-6:00pm at the Train Depot in Ashford.

Sunset Memorial Park Funeral Home (334) 983-6604 www.SunsetMemorialPark.com

Mary Frances Causey

Mary Frances Causey

Mary Frances Causey of Samson, AL, formerly of Blakely, GA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at the home of her daughter. She was 105.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST Monday, June 29, 2026 in Blakely Cemetery with Rev. Michael Williams officiating and Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL directing. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be made to Hilton Methodist Church, 406 S Old River Rd, Blakely, GA 39823 in Mrs. Causey’s memory.

Frances was born in Georgia on June 10, 1921 to the late Ross and Annie Margaret Brooks Avirett. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother who dearly loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She was an amazing southern cook who expressed her love to family and friends through her delicious food. Cooking was truly a language of love for her. She enjoyed working in her yards and flower beds, even cutting her own grass until the age of 90. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing and was an accomplished seamstress. For 30 years, she was employed in the Georgia Peanut Industry in various capacities. She retired from Farmers Warehouse after 26 years of service to the farmers of South Georgia. Frances was a faithful, lifelong member of Hilton Methodist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Stanley Causey; two sisters and one brother.

Frances is survived by two daughters, Shirley C. McDuffie of Samson, AL and Phyllis Craft (Ken) of Damascus, GA; four grandchildren, Stan McDuffie (Ashley) of Birmingham, AL, Ross McDuffie (Sunny) of Samson, AL, Holley Jaakkola (Juha) of Savannah, GA and Brooke Odom of Arlington, GA; six great grandchildren, Davis McDuffie, Brynn McDuffie, Laney McDuffie, Ava Jaakkola, Sophie Jaakkola and Georgia Odom.

The family would like to extend a very special “Thank You” to Terri Knowles and Mary Kyles for your devoted love and care given to our loved one and to Gentiva Hospice for their excellent care given to our mother and grandmother.

Durwood Alfred “Danny” Nowell, Jr. D.M.D.

Durwood Alfred “Danny” Nowell, Jr. D.M.D.

DOTHAN. . .Durwood Alfred “Danny” Nowell, Jr. D.M.D. a resident of Dothan, passed away Wednesday afternoon, June 24, 2026, in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. He was 81.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, June 29, 2026, in Gardens of Memory, between Headland & Dothan, with Pastor Chuck Locke officiating. The family will receive friends following the graveside services. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s of Central Alabama, 300 Office Park Drive, Suite 225, Birmingham, AL 35223.

Danny Nowell was born and raised near Headland, son of the late Durwood Alfred Nowell and Maureen DeShazo Nowell. He was a 1962 graduate of Headland High School. Danny received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry from the University of Alabama and a Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Alabama School of Dentistry. He served his country in the U. S. Army during the Vietnam War era as a Dentist and was discharged as a Major. Danny established his practice of General Dentistry in 1974 in Dothan. He was a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church, Alabama Dental Association and American Dental Association and formerly served as President of the Dothan Optimist Club. Danny was preceded in death by a sister Starla Nowell Schroll, and two brothers, William Kenneth Nowell and Ronny Nowell.

Surviving relatives include a daughter, Tiffany Nowell, British Virgin Islands; a son, Sean Nowell (Kirsten), New York City, New York; a brother, Benny Nowell (Cynthia), Inlet Beach, FL.

 

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.

Rhonda Lee “Ronie” Price

Rhonda Lee “Ronie” Price

HEADLAND…Rhonda Lee “Ronie” Price, a resident of Headland, died Wednesday, June 24, 2026 in a Dothan Hospital. She was 59.

There are no funeral or memorial services planned at this time. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.

Rhonda Price was born in Denver, Colorado and raised in Alhambra, California. She was the daughter of the late Dick Laverene Williams and Barbara Joy Knight Williams. Rhonda lived in Las Vegas, Nevada, Lake City, Florida and Marysville, Washington before moving to Headland in 2024. Rhonda was currently employed by Walmart Neighborhood Market in Dothan. In earlier years, she was employed by Flying J Travel Center.

Surviving relatives include a daughter, Megan Price; two sons, Brad Haese (Caitlyn), Lake City, FL and Ryan Price, Iowa; two sisters, Laura Trapani, Headland and Michaele Duthie, Selma, NC; a brother, Richard Williams, Selma, NC; and three grandchildren.

 

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.

 

SANDRA CAROL WILSON

Ms. Sandra Carol Wilson, age 81, of Dothan, Alabama passed away June 25, 2026, at her home. She was born on June 14, 1945, in Greensboro, North Carolina to the late Robert Harris and Argyroe Bledsow Harris. In addition to her parents, Sandra was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Joseph ‘Joe’ Dewayne Wilson, a son, Dean Anthony Wilson, three brothers, Robert Patrick Harris, Robert Dean Harris, and Tony Harris, and a sister, Kathy Harris.

Sandra was a woman of strong faith who loved her family, her church, and her church family dearly. Sandra was known as a mighty prayer warrior, faithfully lifting others up in prayer and sharing the love of Christ with those around her.

Sandra dedicated 33 years of service to Dunbarton Corporation as a Credit Manager before retiring. She took pride in her work and the relationships she built throughout the years.

Her greatest joys came from spending time with her family, and caring for her beloved dog, Poncho, who held a special place in her heart.

Ms. Wilson is survived by two sons, Damon Wilson and wife Rachel of Enterprise, AL and Adam Wilson and wife Keisha of Cowarts, AL; two grandchildren, Britney Wallace and Chandler Wilson; two great-granddaughters, Izabella and Laiklyn; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM Monday, June 29, 2026, at Heritage Baptist Church with Rev. Jeff Ross officiating. Interment will be held at 3:00 PM Monday, June 29, 2026, in the Bethlehem Community Cemetery with Peel Funeral Home and Bonifay Crematory in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 12 to 1 PM at Heritage Baptist Church, 1951 Westgate Parkway, Dothan, AL.

Raghubhai “Sombhai” Patel

Raghubhai “Sombhai” Patel

 

Raghubhai “Sombhai” Patel born on June 29, 1936 in Ninat, Gujarat, India Gaam: Pathron. He passed away on June 23rd, 2026 in Troy, AL

He is survived by his spouse, Shantiben Raghubhai Patel (Ruva); his brother, Ramanbhai Dahyabhai Patel (Pathron); his sister, Bhuliben Bhikhabhai Patel (Nizar); his brother-in-law, Vanmalibhai Gopalbhai Patel (Ruva); his sons and daughters-in-law, Balvantrai Patel (Pathron) & Jyotiben Patel (Chikhli), and Jitendrakumar Patel (Pathron) & Shobhanaben Patel (Chikhli); his daughters and sons-in-law, Narmadaben Patel (Pathron) & Dilipbhai Patel (Umrakh), and Lataben Patel (Pathron) & Nimeshbhai Patel (Goji); his grandchildren, Kishan Balvantrai Patel, Nila Balvantrai Patel, Tejas Jitendrakumar Patel, Ami Jitendrakumar Patel, Priya Jitendrakumar Patel, Bijal Jaison Bechar, Jaison Bechar (Dhaman – Son-In-Law), Krishna Dilipbhai Patel, Bindiya Dilipbhai Patel, Pranav Nimeshbhai Patel, and Niki Pranav Patel (Nizar – Granddaughter-In-Law); and his great-grandchildren, Kabir Pranav Patel, Maya Jaison Bechar, and Vaani Pranav Patel.

Funeral services will be held at 9:00am on Friday, June 26, 2026 at Wright Funeral Home in Headland, AL with Sunset Funeral Home directing.

Sunset Memorial Park Funeral Home (334) 983-6604 www.SunsetMemorialPark.com