HEADLAND… Wanda “Chub” Floyd McKay, a resident of Headland, Alabama, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025, at her home. She was 61.
Wanda Faye Floyd McKay, affectionately known as “Chub” by family and friends, passed away on June 30, 2025, at the age of 61. She was born on September 19, 1963, the second of five daughters born to the late R.B. Hudspeth and Futcher Mae Floyd.
A lifelong and devoted member of Greater Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, Chub joined at an early age and remained faithful until her passing. She graduated from Headland High School in 1981 and devoted her professional life to serving her community. She worked for the City of Headland Police Department as a dispatcher and later as the Water Clerk—a role she held with dedication, professionalism, and love for her hometown.
In July 2015, Wanda married the love of her life, Tommy McKay. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and unwavering faith. She is survived by her loving husband, Tommy McKay, and her mother, Futcher M. Floyd. Her children, Aspen Floyd (Daniel Cline) of Dothan, AL, and Ashton Floyd (Cheyenne Flint) of Kinsey, AL, and her cherished grandson, Casey Floyd of Kinsey, AL, will forever hold her memory close to their hearts.
She is also survived by her sisters: Deborah Floyd, Angela Nelson, Rosetta Floyd-Miller (Telvis) of Dothan, AL, and Sharla Floyd-May (Brian) of Jacksonville, FL. Her love extended to her nieces and nephews: Marques Morris, Bria May, Avery Miller, Brian May, Jr., and Vontrez McKay; and her great-nieces and nephews: Kynli and Kyler Tomlin, and Avyaan Miller.
Chub will be dearly missed by her uncles: Otis Earl Floyd (Sally), Robert Earl McKay, Eugene McKay (Eilene), and Madison McKay (Savaria); and her aunts: Pearlie Doxilly, Joann Floyd, Alice Hudspeth, and Ruby Knight.
She is also remembered by her in-laws, Lonnie and Cynthia McKay of Headland, AL; sisters-in-law, Stacey McDuffie of Orlando, FL, and LaTunya McKay of Headland, AL; her goddaughter, Brooklyn Jones; and her godsons: Carlos Flucker, Kyris Jackson, and Masyn Jones.
Known for her warm spirit, fierce loyalty, and deep faith, Wanda “Chub” McKay touched countless lives through her service, kindness, and love. Her presence will be missed, but her legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
SKIPPERVILLE… Kenneth “Ken” Wayne Smith, a resident of Skipperville, Alabama, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025, at his home. He was 83.
Graveside services will be held 2:00 P.M. Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Browns Church Cemetery, with Reverend Randy Adams officiating. The family will receive friends following the service inside the church sanctuary. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
The family will accept flowers or contributions may be made to the Echo Fire & Rescue, 11687 AL-27, Newville, Alabama 36353.
Mr. Smith was born in Clio, Alabama to the late Levi Smith and Ida Frankie Campbell Smith. He was a 1959 graduate of Clio High School. He retired after many years of service at Michelin Dothan Manufacturing. He was an avid fisherman and loved Alabama football.
Along with his parents, he was also preceded in death by his son, Patrick Wayne Smith; his brother-in-law, Marion Wallace; his niece, Jennifer Wallace; his nephew, Tim Galloway.
Leaving to cherish his memories is his wife, Janette Galloway Smith; his son Anthony Dwain Smith (Glenda); his sister, Betty Wallace; his brother-in-law, Lamar Galloway (Ann); his grandchildren, Eric Anthony Smith (Katie) and Emily Smith Reeder (Colt); his great-grandchildren, Parker Sanford, Pacyn Smith, Patch Smith, Bryce Reeder, and Dawsyn Reeder; his nephew, Rob Wallace (Kathie); and his niece-in-law, Mimi Galloway.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Brent Barefield, Chuck Barefield, Eric Smith, Orin Galloway, Rob Wallace, Bobby Thomas, and Parker Sanford.
The family wishes to express a sincere thank you to Community Hospice for their love and care shown and given to their loved one during this time.
A beacon of love and laughter, Barbara Jean Harrison, a beloved mother, grandmother and friend, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was 82.
A celebration of her life will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva, AL. The family will receive friends at the funeral home beginning at 3:00 p.m.
Barbara was born on June 05, 1943 in Dayton, OH to the late Claude and Pauline Greer. Her life was a testimony of resilience and joy, a legacy she leaves to all who knew her. Barbara was the beloved wife of the late Mose Harrison, with whom she shared 53 wonderful years of marriage. A graduate of Stivers High School in Dayton, OH, she chose to dedicate her life to being a devoted homemaker, a role she cherished deeply, creating a warm and loving home for her family.
Barbara enjoyed spending time with her family and cooking their favorite meals, such as her famous Baptist pound cake, fondly known as Snowy Mountain cake, by her grandchildren, because of the powdered sugar on top. Pineapple upside-down cake, her Yankee potato salad, deviled eggs and the “best ever” lasagna were always a favorite, of which there were no leftovers! She loved canning squash pickles and strawberry fig preserves to share with family.
She would crochet creating blankets for loved ones, sewing for her children and grandchildren and making clothing for Raggedy Ann & Andy dolls. In her spare time, she enjoyed a good novel by Nicholas Sparks or listening to her Elvis collection. There was nothing that would make her miss the Young and the Restless or Bold and the Beautiful on the daily!
Gardening was a favorite. Eating tomatoes straight from the garden, caring for her beautiful flowers, picking a fresh bouquet of favorite gardenias to place in a vase in her home, to make it smell so good, always brought her a sense of serenity.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers, James, Charles and Jay Greer and granddaughter, Pearly Mae Bumgardner.
Barbara is survived by son, Ed Lawrence III of Enterprise, AL; granddaughter, Carrie Mobley (Will) of Richmond, Ky; great grandsons, Parkir, Warrin and Arthir Mobley of Richmond, KY; grandson, Norman Lawrence of Enterprise, AL; Daughter, Helena Bumgardner (Tommy) of Florala, AL, grandsons, Jessup Harrison, Bailey Nolan, both of Florala, AL, Harrison Nolan (Claire) of Andalusia, AL; Son, Heath Harrison (Kimberly) of Florala, AL, grandson, Emmett Harrison, granddaughter, Emma Harrison, both of Florala, AL, granddaughter, Lindsay Voiers of Enterprise, AL, grandson, Garrett Voiers of Somerset, KY and Michael Knight of Enterprise, AL, one she loved as her own. As he tells it, “always there for the food”.
OZARK…Mr. Lonnie E. Higginbotham, a resident of the Klondyke Hill Community, near Ozark, died late Monday evening, June 30, 2025, in a Dothan hospital. He was 69.
Celebration of Life Services will be held at 5:00 P.M. Monday, July 7, 2025, in Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with his nephew, Pastor Gary Pollard officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 5:00 P.M. Monday at the funeral home. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Higginbotham, beloved son of the late Shelby Leon Higginbotham and Frances Mae Kelley Higginbotham, was born in Avon Park, Florida, where he spent his early years shaped by the quiet values of hard work and resilience. In the early 1980s, he made the move to Ozark, Alabama, which soon became the place he proudly called home. He quickly became part of the fabric of the community—a familiar face known for his steady hands, kind heart, and laid-back spirit.
A man of many talents and strong work ethic, Mr. Higginbotham lent his skills to several companies over the years. He worked with F & W Construction Company, where he was known not only for his craftsmanship, but also for the sense of camaraderie he brought to every job site. Later, he drove for HTL Trucking, spending long hours on the road with a quiet diligence and reliability that others came to count on. Eventually, his path led him to Blackmon’s Body Shop in Ozark, where he was admired for his precision and pride in a job well done. To those who worked alongside him, he wasn’t just a co-worker—he was a friend, a trusted teammate, and someone who brought calm and clarity to even the busiest of days.
Outside of work, Mr. Higginbotham found joy in life’s simple pleasures. He especially loved playing billiards at the Village Inn, where he was a familiar figure behind the cue, always ready for a friendly game and a good laugh. It wasn’t just the competition he enjoyed, but the connection—the friendships built around shared stories and the clatter of pool balls. He was also a diehard fan of University of Alabama Football, and game days were a special kind of celebration. Whether cheering from his living room or bantering with friends about the latest plays, he wore his Crimson Tide pride on his sleeve.
Though he lived quietly, Mr. Higginbotham left a lasting impact on those fortunate enough to know him. He had a gentle nature, a steady presence, and a generous heart that found expression in quiet acts of kindness. Family meant the world to him, and his love for them was deep and unwavering. He was preceded in death by his great-nephew, D.J. Johnson.
Surviving relatives include his son, Timothy Higginbotham; two sisters including his twin, Bonnie Lane, Ozark and Dean Hinshaw, Headland; nieces and nephew, Tina Chandler (Jody), Gary Pollard (Talitha), and Amie Burgin (Wade); great-nieces and great nephews, Haley Johnson (Drew), Riyan Pollard, Addisyn Pollard, Garret Reeves, and Asher Rodriguez.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
DOTHAN…Mrs. Betty Lynn Dominick, a resident of Dothan, died late Thursday evening, June 26, 2025, in a Dothan hospital. She was 71.
A gathering of family and friends will be held from 1:00 until 3:00 P.M. Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Dominick was born in Fort Monmouth, New Jersey, the beloved daughter of Herman Douglas Spear and Carol Frances Davis. Though her early roots were in New Jersey, her life journey took her through many places and chapters—each one leaving its mark. She spent years living in Park Forest and Chicago Heights, Illinois, where she built memories, worked hard, and raised her family with love and determination.
In 2008, she moved to Dothan, Alabama, where she found a new place to call home. Over the years, she worked in a variety of restaurants, bringing a strong work ethic, a warm smile, and a kind word to everyone she served. Feeling a deep pull toward helping others in a more personal way, she earned her certification as a Nursing Assistant. Caring for others wasn’t just her job, it was something she carried in her spirit. Whether it was patients or loved ones, she treated people with dignity, compassion, and grace. One of her favorite things to do, was to be at the beach.
Her faith was an important part of who she was. She was a faithful member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Dothan, where she found community, strength, and comfort. Those who knew her will remember her quiet strength, her generous heart, and her unshakable love for her family.
Her heart endured much over the years, including the loss of her beloved grandson, Max Tatum St. Hilaire. That kind of pain never leaves a person, but she carried it with courage and deep, abiding love.
Surviving relatives include her husband, Ted Dominick; son, David St. Hilaire (Kayla Lemire), all of Dothan; sister, Cathy Spear, Tinton Falls, New Jersey; granddaughter, whom she loved, Ivey Lynn St. Hilaire.
Marcia Ball Riley, age 60, a resident of Dothan, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025 at her home.
There are no services scheduled at this time.
Marcia Ball Riley was born on March 16, 1965 to Billy Gene and Marilyn Kammerer Ball in San Antonio, Texas. In her early years she was known as an Air Force brat, so her family often moved from state to state as she grew up. Her family later settled in Dothan, and she graduated from Northview High School in 1983. She made a career as a Juvenile Probation Officer.
Marcia Ball Riley is preceded in death by her parents.
Survivors include her husband, Phil Riley; sons, Josh Riley (Jordan), Dothan, Chris Riley (Tabitha), Orlando, FL; step-sons, Robert Riley (Jennifer), Dothan, Rodney Richards (Shelia), Bonifay, FL; step-daughter, Ronda Eberhart (Randy), Dothan; brother, Blake Ball (Denise), Raleigh, NC; sisters, Cheryl Clonts, St. James, MO, Mary Ramsey, Bessemer; grandchildren, Emily Kalil (Eddie), Amber Jackson (Tanner), Blake Eberhart, J.T. Eberhart, Casey Richards, Dylan Richards (Hailey), Tanner Riley, Remington Riley, Jackson Riley, Austin Riley, Avery Riley; great grandchild, Ashlea Abraham.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
