James Bryant Wisdom, a resident of Louisville, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. He was 54 years old.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 1, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. in the Clio Baptist Church in Clio, Alabama, with Rev. Rick Campbell officiating and Glover Funeral Home directing. Graveside services with military honors will follow in the Bethel Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in Clio, Alabama. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Flowers will be accepted.
Bryant was born on June 17, 1971, in Llano, Texas, to Donald Ray Wisdom and Theresa Ratliff Pankey. He was a veteran of the United States Army where he proudly served as a Specialist. He enjoyed Texas A&M football, the Dallas Cowboys, Nascar, and hunting. But most of all he loved his family and spending time with them.
He is preceded in death by his father, Donald Ray Wisdom; brother, Pokey Wisdom; and mother-in-law, Debbie Campbell.
Left to cherish his loving memories are his wife of 31 years, Tina Campbell Wisdom; two sons, Jr Wisdom (Hannah) of Mobile, Alabama, and Colton “Pnut” Wisdom of Louisville, Alabama; daughter, Jasmine Wisdom of Louisville, Alabama; mother, Theresa Pankey (Charlie Brown) of Hearne, Texas; brother, Robbie Wisdom (Barbie) of College Station, Texas; father-in-law, Charles Campbell; mother-in-law, Sheila Armstrong; five great nieces and nephews, River, Delilah, Oakie Poke, Bennett, and Blakely.
Asked to serve as pallbearers are Cody Campbell, Jacob Baker, Scott Campbell, Dwayne Riley, Rip Robinson, and Jeremy Till.
Glover Funeral Home of Eufaula was entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 687-5725. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Lorena Alzata Bedsole Leger of Taylor, passed away at her home on Thursday, May 28, 2026. She was 88.
A Celebration of her life will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Malvern Baptist Church with Reverend Hosea Parker and Reverend Tim Bedsole officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.
The family will receive friends beginning at 9:00 a.m. and continuing until service time.
Lorena was born on December 3, 1937, in Malvern, to the late J.T. and Allie Mae Dorriety Bedsole. A graduate of Slocomb High School, she devoted many years to serving in school cafeterias throughout the area, including as manager at Honeysuckle and assistant manager at Grandview. Lorena was also widely known throughout the Wiregrass community and at the Doug Tew concession stand for her beloved homemade chili dogs. A faithful member of Malvern Baptist Church, she cherished her faith, enjoyed cheering on the Alabama Crimson Tide, and spent her free time crocheting, coloring, and reading.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Barnis Lamar Leger; her son, Joey Thomas Leger; grandchildren, Harley Evans, Sam Leger, and Max Leger; sisters, Rebecca King and Joyce Blakey; and brothers, Kenith Bedsole and James Bedsole.
She is survived by her sons, Bobby Leger (Lynn), Michael Leger, and Richard Leger (Kim); grandchildren, Brandy Evans (Alan), Travis Leger (Gabby), Ethan Johnson, Carrie Leger, Reid Leger (Emma), Charlie Leger, and Hunter Leger (Kaleighahna); great-grandchildren, Alan Evans Jr. (Marquia), Patience Evans, Nathan Morgan, Emmett Leger, Emma Leger, Malahki
Whitaker, and Isabella Whitaker; great-great-grandchild, Raidyn Evans; sisters, Evelyn Glover (Hubert), Jean Lewis (James), and Dora Chappell (Larry); sisters-in-law, Dorothy Sue Pope Bedsole and Linda Sorrells Bedsole; along with many other extended family members and friends.
Lorena will be remembered for her hardworking spirit, her love for family, and the kindness she shared with everyone who knew her.
Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb
(334) 886-7777, is in charge of arrangements. “Because We Care … Is Making A Difference”
Brenda Lee Crawford of Hartford went home to be with her Lord & Savior Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the Hartford First Assembly of God Church with Rev. Glenn Tate officiating. Burial will follow in the Hartford City Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.
The family will receive friends at the church beginning at 1:00 p.m. and continuing until service time.
Brenda was born on February 25, 1965, in Madisonville, KY, to the late John W. Chancey and Evelyn Joann Swauger Chancey. She was a devoted member of Hartford First Assembly of God Church. Brenda began her career working in several factories in Hartford before finding her true calling as a bingo caller at Hwy 77 Bingo, where she faithfully worked for more than 25 years. She cherished her work and formed lasting bonds with her co-workers and the many customers she came to know and love over the years.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers, James “JJ” Bruce and John Bruce.
Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Terry Crawford, son, Lee Crawford (Hillary), daughter, Courtney Crawford (Joshua Newton), sisters, Debra Williams, Chantell Thomley (Ross), brother, Charles Stevens (Connie), grandchildren, Shelby Albert (Robbie))Dawson Clark (Samantha), Cody Clark (Jade Goodwin), Kylie Crawford , Skarlett Crawford and Braxton Newton, great grandchildren, Katlyn Goodwin, Hadley Clark and one on the way, Alaina Albert, special friend, Thelma Devita, several nieces, nephews and other extended family.
Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb
(334) 886-7777, is in charge of arrangements. “Because We Care … Is Making A Difference”
Obituary from Holman Funeral Home of Ozark – Ozark, Alabama
Mrs. Martha Lee Dykes Kelley, age 95, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Troy Health and Rehabilitation.
There will be a Celebration of Life for Mrs. Kelley 2:00 P. M. Sunday, May 31, 2026, in the Chapel of Holman Funeral Home in Ozark with Reverend Dr. Eric Fuller and Reverend Phil Craddock officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Memory Gardens, Holman Funeral Home of Ozark directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home in Ozark Sunday from 1:00 P. M. until service time.
Martha was born on December 14, 1930, in Dale County, Alabama. She was the daughter of Lewie Frank Dykes and Bama Lee Bowdoin Dykes. She lived most of her life in Ozark and Dale County. She was a member of Ozark Baptist Church, the Agape Sunday School Class, and the JOY Club at Ozark Baptist Church. She was also a former charter member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Ozark. Martha retired in 1998 after working with Phillips Van Heusen for 46 years. After retiring, she enjoyed working in her yard, visiting family and friends, traveling, and doing volunteer work. She dearly loved her children, her grandchildren, and her sweet great-grandchildren. She was sincerely loved by her family and all who knew her, and she will be greatly missed by all.
Martha was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Ray E. Kelley; two sons, Donald Lane Kelley and Edward T. Kelley; her parents, Frank and Bama Lee Dykes; her two brothers, Joseph C. (Joe) Dykes and Samuel G. (Sam) Dykes; special daughter-in-law, Sharon Baker Kelley (Edward); and son-in-law, Charles H. Lucas, Jr. Survivors include her daughter, Janice Kelley Lucas, Troy, Al; son, Allan Kelley (Jacqueline), Asbury, AL; five grandchildren, Kelley Lucas Barron, Troy, Christopher Kelley (Soozie), Nashville, TN, Brittney Kelley Phillips (Bryant), Ozark, AL, David Kelley (Amy), Rocky Head, AL, and Daniel Kelley, Asbury, AL; seven great-grandchildren, Charli Grace and Cate Barron, Brodie, Bailey, and Brayden Phillips, and Madison and Avery Kelley; a sister-in-law, Margaret Marshall Dykes, Ozark; a brother-in-law, Reynolds Kelley (Cervina), Dothan, AL; and several nieces and nephews.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made in her memory to Children’s of Alabama Foundation, 1600 7th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233.
Obituary from Holman Funeral Home of Ozark – Ozark, Alabama
Mrs. Marilyn Maxine Bright Irwin, a resident of Cowarts, Alabama, died Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at her home. She was 67 years old.
Funeral services for Mrs. Irwin will be held 11:00 A.M. Saturday, May 30, 2026, from Corinth Freewill Baptist Church with Reverend William Irwin and Reverend Donald Irwin officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery, Holman Funeral Home of Ozark directing. The family will receive friends in the church Saturday from 10:00 A.M. until service time.
Mrs. Irwin was born July 16, 1958 in Dale County, Alabama to the late James Willie Bright and Annice Ruth McDaniel Bright. She attended Carroll High School. Following her marriage to Richard Irwin, they moved to Nashville, Tennessee where they lived while he attended ministry school. She worked alongside her husband as he furthered his career. Marilyn loved being outside and playing with her fur-babies. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Donald Allen Irwin; and her brother, James Bright. Survivors include her husband of 52 years, Reverend Richard LaDon Irwin of Cowarts; two daughters, Tina Hardrick (Mark) of Panama City, Florida and Carrie Hardrick (Chad) of Cottonwood. Several grandchildren, two great grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive.
HEADLAND… Ralph Andy Page, a resident of Headland, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at his home. He was 71.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 P.M. Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Wright Funeral home & Crematory with Pastor Rick Jenkins and Dr. Burn Page officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. prior to the service. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Page was born in Dothan, Alabama to the late Ralph W. Page and Inez Farmer Page. He lived in the Wiregrass area his whole life. He was a 1973 graduate of Dale County High School. He attended the University of North Alabama and was a graduate of Troy State University (Troy University). He worked as a vibration analyst until his retirement. He owned and operated Page Mechanical Services until his retirement. His work ethic was something he took pride in.
Along with his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Judy Folds.
Leaving to cherish his memories are his sons, Adam Page (Angel) and Josh Page (Whitney Woodham); his sister Vivian Dungan (Larry); his brothers, Kenneth Dixon (Miriam) and Scott Page (MaryAnn); and his grandchildren, John Parker Page, Katie Lynne Page, Easton Elliott, and Everleigh Page.
James Bryant Wisdom, a resident of Louisville, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. He was 54 years old.
