Ms. Marilyn Brookins Waller, 93, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Pruitt Health Care in Milton, Florida, following an extended illness. She was a long-time resident of Dothan, before relocating to Milton.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Memory Hill Cemetery with Reverend Tim Willis and Brother Gene Kirkland officiating and Glover Funeral Home directing.
Marilyn was born on July 10, 1932, in Dothan, to the late Norton & Edith (Branford) Brookins. At the age of eight, her mother passed away, and her father remarried Etta Brookins, who raised her along with her siblings. She was a graduate from Ashford High School. Following graduation, she married Patrick Waller, and they lived in numerous places due to his military service. Marilyn worked in clerical positions in the medical field. She volunteered at Extendicare Nursing Home and Rehab and was an active choir member at Ridgecrest Baptist Church before moving to Milton, Florida in 2020.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Dothan Animal Shelter, 295 Jerry Drive, Dothan, AL 36303, or Wiregrass Humane Society, 255 Jerry Drive, Dothan, AL 36303.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Patrick Waller; her stepmother, Etta Brookins; her two sisters, Melba Addison Kremple, and Imogene Addison; her brother, Larry Brookins.
She is survived by her three sons, Gary Waller (Cindy) of Milton, FL, Stan Waller (Pat) of Dothan, and Jim Waller (Jennifer) of Milton, FL; her five granddaughters, Kaity Waller, Cassie Waller, Lily Waller, Caroline Love, and Alex Love; her sister, Glenda White (Jack) of Quincy, FL; her sister-in-law, Miriam Brookins; and several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the nurses and staff of Pruitt Health Care for the love and care shown to their loved one during this very difficult time.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Raymond Dempster, a long-time resident of Dothan, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the age of 93, in Midlothian, Virginia.
Funeral services will be held at Glover Funeral Home of Dothan on Friday, October 24, 2025. The family will receive friends and relatives for visitation and viewing from 10:00 until 10:45 a.m. prior to services at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Elizabeth Hinton of First United Methodist of Dothan officiating. A private family burial will follow at Gardens of Memory Cemetery with Glover Funeral Home directing. Flowers may be sent to Glover Funeral Home of Dothan. Ray was a lifelong fan of the Alabama Crimson Tide, and flowers with Crimson and White would be especially appreciated.
Ray was born on November 6, 1931, in Mobile, Alabama, to George Gilbert and Catherine Clark Dempster. After graduating from Murphy High School, Ray enlisted in the United States Navy and served from 1951-54, during which time he received a National Defense Medal. Following his discharge, Ray took accounting classes at Spring Hill College and began employment at GMAC, where he worked for 37 years until his retirement in 1991. He moved to Pensacola, Florida, and met his future wife of 65 years, Mathilda (Tillie) Johnson, at this time. They were married on April 25, 1959.
Raymond and Tillie moved to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in June of 1969, and raised two sons, Douglas and Gregory, before retiring to Dothan in 1992. They moved to Midlothian, Virginia, in January of 2023 to be close to their youngest son, Gregory, and his wife, Michaux.
Ray was preceded in death by his parents George and Catherine Dempster of Mobile; his beloved wife, Mathilda, of Midlothian, Virginia; his sister Rita Neira of Fairhope, Alabama; and his brother James Dempster of Mobile. He is survived by his sons, Douglas, of Dothan, and Gregory, of Midlothian, Virginia; his niece, Becky Neira, of Fairhope, Alabama; and one grandchild, Douglas Schilz, of Boise, Idaho.
Ray’s legacy is one of kindness, compassion, and love for his family, friends, and his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. His caregivers and friends at Brookdale Midlothian often recall that he ended every conversation with “I love you.” His memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those he touched.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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.
Mr. John Bennett Methvin, age 86, a resident of Eufaula, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at his residence.
