TUMBLETON COMMUNITY. . .Clotean Murray Smith, a resident of the Tumbleton Community of Henry County, passed away Thursday night, April 16, 2026, in a Dothan hospital. She was 95.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, April 19, 2026, in the Balkum Cemetery, 1153 County Road 55, Headland, AL 36345, with Reverend Tom Chestnut and Pastor Philip Gagliano 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 Balkum Cemetery, Inc., P.O. Box 85, Headland, AL 36345.
Mrs. Smith was a lifelong resident of Henry County and the Tumbleton Community, daughter of the late Stephen Grady Floyd and Ossie Willis Floyd. She was a 1948 graduate of Newville High School where she was the class Salutatorian. Mrs. Smith was a member of Balkum Baptist Church. She was retired as Store Manager of Ezzell’s in Headland after twenty years employment. In earlier years, she was employed by WestPoint Stevens in Abbeville for eighteen years. Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her husbands, Franklin J. “F.J.” Murray and Roscoe Paul Smith, a brother, Robert Edward Floyd and a sister, Grace McClendon.
Surviving relatives include a daughter, Teresa Murray Jennings (Tom), Headland; a son, Michael Franklin “Mike” Murray (Mary), Tumbleton Community; step-children, Paula Cook, Roscoe Paul Smith, Jr. (Mary), and Judy Creel; grandchildren, Amanda Murray Hardy (Adam) and Zach Murray (Amanda); great-grandchildren, Gray Hardy, Mary Michael Hardy, Jack Murray and Everly Murray; nieces and nephews.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Zach Murray, Adam Hardy, Gray Hardy, Joe Masters, Matthew McClendon and Ryan McClendon.
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.
OZARK…Mr. David Lee Jones, a resident of Ozark, passed away Saturday morning, April 11, 2026, at his home. He was 69.
Homegoing services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Westside Cemetery. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.
Mr. Jones was born on December 30, 1956, to the late Lanford Jones and Hazel Zeighler Jones in Goshen, Alabama. He departed this life on Saturday, April 11, 2026. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters Annette Jones and Helen Jones Baker; brothers Lanford Jones, Jr., and Milton Jones.
David was a longtime resident of Ozark, Alabama where he confessed his life to Christ at an early age at Greater Sardis Missionary Church. He was known for his strong personality and independent spirit.
He leaves to cherish his memory his brothers and sisters Jeanette McLaughlin, Ozark, Thomas Charles Jones (Mary Ann) Dothan, Jimmy Lee Jones, Huntsville, Ingrid Jones, Montgomery, and Angela Jones, Ozark; special friend, Ruby Byrd; his best friend Michael Glenn (Phenishia), Texasville.
He was also a devoted uncle to sixteen; Bernell Jones (Sabrina), Tammy Jones, Pam Jones, Kim Jones, Equado Jones, Edward Jones, Ashenequia Jones, Marquita McLaughlin, Danielle McLaughlin, Jermaine McLaughlin, Carlos McLaughlin, Niyoki McLaughlin, Chelsea Roberts, Xavier Jones, Michaela Jones, Tatyana Jones, and Raquille Reed; and a host of great nieces, great nephews, and cousins.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Michael Alan Moore, born on August 9, 1960, in Montgomery, Alabama, passed away on April 15, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama, leaving behind a life that was as full as it was unforgettable.
Michael was the kind of man who could walk into a room and somehow leave it feeling warmer, louder, and a little more honest. He was loving, funny, and the sort of person who did not just talk about helping people, because he was too busy doing it. If you needed something, he would try to find a way. If you needed nothing, he would still probably offer you the shirt off his back just in case you changed your mind. He was a provider to his family in every sense of the word, and he carried that role with pride, grit, and a sense of humor that made even hard days a little easier to take.
Michael had a simple philosophy that fit him perfectly. If he was not fishing, he was working, and if he was not working, he was fishing. That was not just a hobby. That was a lifestyle, a schedule, and probably the closest thing he had to a retirement plan. He was also a thriftier and a sideroad shopper, which meant he had an eye for a bargain and the determination to find one no matter how many roads it took.
Michael was a man of faith and a good man in the truest sense. He believed in treating people fairly, loving his family well, and remembering that everyone was the same no matter what they looked like. That lesson stayed with his children and grandchildren, not because he gave it once, but because he lived it every day. He talked to everybody, and before long, he had made a friend out of just about everyone.
He was a proud Alabama fan “Roll Tide” was more than a saying to him; it was a way of life. He also had a deep love for the Braves and the game of baseball, which he shared by coaching his sons in their younger years. He had a natural way of teaching and encouraging, always ready with advice and a confident take on any swing. His family will remember not only the lessons he shared, but also his laughter, his determination, his generosity, and his gift for turning everyday moments into stories that will be told for years to come.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Moore and Sarah Cunningham Hicks, and his sister, April Marshall. He is survived by his children, Christopher Moore (Shannon), Scott French, Katherine Meadows (Tucker), and Tika French; his grandchildren, Caleb French (Ciarra), Kaelan French, Chloe Clemmons, Kingsley French, Kiersten French, Cara McDonald, Sophia Moore, Ellie Olson, Stella Moore, Mavis Krista, Logan Olson, and Bennett Moore; his great-grandchildren, Hadley Martell and Blakely French; his brother, Gary Moore; his twin sister, Michelle Peel Vorse; his sister, Alicia Hicks; and his brother, Dean Hicks.
Mr. Johnny Crawford Jackson of Hartford passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. He lived a long life, but it never felt long enough for those who loved him.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Sorrells Funeral Home in Slocomb with Reverend Scott Cox, and Reverend Bruce Spivey officiating. Interment will follow in Hartford City Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.
The family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 a.m. and continuing until service time.
Johnny Crawford Jackson, 91, of Hartford, Alabama, carried with him nearly a century of memories—of a life shaped by strength, steady kindness, and unwavering devotion to his family, friends, and community.
Johnny always had a story to tell, often shared with a beaming smile and infectious laugh. His stories carried wisdom earned through experience and a life fully lived, often with a touch of humor—and just a bit of embellishment. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren, who fondly remember riding in a wagon pulled by a lawnmower driven by their “Pawpaw.”
He had a way of making people feel at ease, turning ordinary moments into something meaningful with a well-timed joke or kind word. Whether vacationing in the Great Smoky Mountains, sharing a biscuit at Hardee’s in Hartford with his Fort Rucker friends, or offering simple advice, he created a sense of comfort that will be deeply missed.
Johnny attended Geneva County High School, where friendships formed in the halls of GeCo High lasted throughout his life. He and his best friend, the late Sunny Wesson, spent many days riding the back roads, swapping stories and tall tales.
Johnny and “Dot” were united in marriage on December 2, 1956, beginning a lifelong journey defined by deep devotion and unwavering love. Their bond was one of quiet strength and enduring partnership, built through years of shared joys, challenges, and countless cherished moments. Together, they created a life rich in family, laughter, and steadfast commitment—a love story that stood the test of time and leaves a legacy in the hearts of those who knew them.
Proud to serve his country, Johnny joined the United States Air Force and later spent four years in the Air National Guard. Following his military service, he worked for 33 years as an aircraft mechanic at Fort Rucker, Alabama. He was a dedicated member of the Elks Lodge in Dothan for 47 years and a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Hartford. A fixture in the Hartford community, he always sported a Member’s Only jacket and a First National Bank of Hartford cap.
He and his beloved wife spent many cherished years at their retreat on Lake Eufaula, welcoming family and friends for weekend getaways. Johnny loved being the “boat captain,” pulling his grandchildren on the inner tube and fishing off the dock.
Johnny also had a special admiration for Dolly Parton, inspired by her rags-to-riches story and the way she remained grounded despite her success. He appreciated her resilience, generosity, and ability to stay true to her roots—qualities he valued deeply in his own life.
He leaves behind a legacy not measured in accomplishments alone, but in the lives, he touched, the lessons he shared, and the love that continues through all who knew him. He will be remembered not just for the years he lived, but for the life he gave to those years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Sydney Rufus and Allie Mae Jackson; his sister, Betty Jackson Orr; his granddaughter, Bethany Elise West; and his great-granddaughter, Kirkland Nell Chandler.
He is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Dorothy Nell Mims Jackson; his daughters, Melita Jackson Smith (Danny) and Sonja Jackson West; his grandchildren, Brian Smith (Miranda), Zane West (Chloe), Lauren Smith Chandler (Ed), Gethe West, Alden Jade West Jahn (Paul), and Tiffany Werner; great-grandchildren, Hunter Jones, Paydon West, Levin Cook, Karson West, Gage West, Caroline Smith, Carter Smith, Everly West, Gatlin Werner, Collin Smith, Cager Jahn; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and a special family friend and caregiver, Diane Odom.
Though he is no longer with us, his presence remains in the stories retold, the traditions carried forward, and the quiet moments where his memory brings both tears and comfort. He will be deeply missed, always loved, and never forgotten.
Isaiah 41:10 So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Serving as Pallbearers will be Danny Smith, Brian Smith, Ed Chandler, Zane West, Gethe West, Paul Jahn
Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb
(334) 886-7777, is in charge of arrangements. “Because We Care … Is Making A Difference”
Jordan Michael Cook of Pinson, Alabama went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 9,2026 surrounded by his loving family and following a brief illness at Grandview Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama. He was 39. He is now absent from the body but present with the Lord
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 3:00pm on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the Chapel of First Baptist Church Trussville with Pastor Randy Pardue officiating and Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb, Alabama directing.
The family will receive friends at the Chapel beginning at 2:00pm and continuing until service time.
Jordan was born June 2, 1986, to Jim and Janice McDonald Cook. While Jordan was blessed to have a twin brother, Jarrod, whom he was very close with, he also loved his entire family. He also had a special love for his Lord and Savior with his favorite scripture being “His Love endures forever”. Jordan was a member of the Restoration Gathering Church. He graduated from Dabbs Vocational School in 2005. He was a puzzle genius, and his favorite was the difficult thousand piece ones. He enjoyed bowling, of which he was very competitive. With his mother Janice being an Art teacher, he developed a natural love for Art. Some of his other favorites was cooking breakfast and taking 10-minute showers every night.
Jordan was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Archie and Mary Evelyn McDonald of Dothan, Paternal grandparents, Jim and Peggy Cook of Birmingham as well as other relatives.
Survivors include his parents, Jim and Janice Cook, twin brother, Jarrod, his sister, Julie Aderhold, brother, Jeremy Cook, his aunt and uncle, Annice (twin to Janice) and her husband Joel Sorrells, cousin Joanna Huddleston and her husband Robert, several loving nieces and nephews and other extended relatives.
Jordan would want you to know that “Life is short—make it count, Be kind and KNOW JESUS”
Reverend Robert Holmes (Bob) Zbinden went to be with His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, April 15. He left this world with his family singing hymns around his bed. Bob Zbinden was born in Hartford, Alabama, in 1933 and grew up in Dothan attending Headland Avenue Baptist Church (currently Heritage Baptist) where his father served as pastor. He graduated Dothan High School in 1951 then matriculated to Howard College (Samford). He married a local girl (Zona Gayle Kelly) in 1956 and moved to Louisville, Kentucky, to earn an M.Div at Southern Seminary. Bob & Zona went on to serve as pastor & wife of Hickory Grove Baptist Church, Independence, Kentucky; First Baptist Church, Lebanon Junction, Kentucky; Wesley Heights Baptist Church, Columbus, Georgia; First Baptist Church, Ashburn, Georgia; Funston Baptist Church, Funston, Georgia; and the International Baptist Church in Budapest, Hungary. They retired and came back to Dothan in 2000 and became members of Heritage Baptist Church where he served in several roles: deacon, Sunday School teacher and associate pastor.
Pastor Zbinden is preceded in death by his wife, Zona; his parents, A.D. & Margaret Zbinden; four brothers: Art (Eloise) Zbinden, Sam Zbinden, Bill (Johnnie) Zbinden, and George (Jayne) Zbinden; two sisters: Witt (John) Miller, and Martha Z. Stephens; and a son-in-law, Robert Ehrhart.
He is survived by his four children, Melanie Zbinden Ehrhart of Dothan, Zack (Karen) Zbinden of Dothan, Kelly (Jamie) Zbinden of Richmond, Virginia, and Mary Beth (Mike) McHargue of Greenville, Florida; nine grandchildren: Benjamin Stripling, Max (Ashley) Zbinden, Malia Zbinden, CJ (Hannah) Zbinden, Savannah Zbinden, Zette (Kyle) Brown, Noah Zbinden, Sage (Joy) Zbinden and Luke (Nathalia) Zbinden; and eight great-grandchildren: Kinsley Zbinden, Noelle Zbinden, Marley Stripling, Reagan Zbinden, Griffin Zbinden, Judah Zbinden, Gideon Zbinden and Meritt Rose Zbinden.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Heritage Baptist Church, 1914 Westgate Parkway, Dothan, Alabama on Sunday, April 19 at 3:00pm with Family Visitation at 1:30pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider something dear to Bob’s heart—world missions. Please send gifts in his honor to the International Mission Board’s Project 3000 by clicking on the link International Mission Board, or mail to Project 3000 (IMB), P.O. Box 6767, Richmond, Virginia 23230.
