OZARK…Mr. Michael “Mike” Little, a resident of Ozark, died early Sunday afternoon, June 15, 2025, at his home. He was 53.
Funeral services will be held at 6:30 P.M. Wednesday, June 18, 2025, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Dr. Eric Fuller officiating. The family will receive friends from 4:30 until 6:30 P.M. Wednesday at the funeral home. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Teen Challenge, Pensacola Men’s Group, www.teenchallenge.cc/pensacola or by mail to Teen Challenge, PO Box 151, Lincoln, Alabama 35096.
Mike was born and raised in the sunny shores of Panama City, Florida, but Ozark became his home when he moved there in 1981. He was a proud graduate of Carroll High School’s Class of 1990 and went on to attend Junior College, always striving to learn and grow. Over the years, he worked hard at Van Heusen, Gilland Chevrolet, and later dedicated himself to serving his community through the City of Ozark Public Works Department.
Mike had a deep love for Auburn University football, always cheering on the Tigers with passion. But beyond football, his heart was with his animals, who brought him endless joy. More than anything, though, Mike cherished time with his family, especially his children. Whether it was sharing laughter, creating memories, or just enjoying the simple moments, those times meant the world to him. Mike had a passion for music, was an avid wrestling fan, and his presence was one of warmth, love, and loyalty, and he left a lasting mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. Above all, Mike loved his Lord and Savior.
Surviving relatives include his wife and best friend, Debbie Adamson Strickland Little, Ozark; his children, Logan Little, Auburn, Luke Strickland (Evie), Dothan, Mackenzie Hicks, Jack, Alabama, Summer Strickland, and Lily Strickland; his parents, Barbara Smith (Victor), Ozark; his siblings, Susan Smith Barnes (Robert), and Ric Little (Stacy), all of Ozark; granddaughter, Katie Strickland; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Clyde and Pat Williams Adamson, Ozark; sister-in-law, Pam Strickland (Jeff); nieces and nephews, Mason Wimberley, Isabella Barnes, Parker Wimberley, Carlee Barnes, Branden Little (Elixes), Madelyne Little, Raegin Little, and Andersen Little; numerous friends and other relatives.
Serving as honorary pallbearers will be the employees of the Public Works Department for the City of Ozark and members of the Daleville Masonic Lodge #903.
Martha Jean Tew Reeder, of Hartford, Alabama passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025, at Hartford Health Care with her loving family at her bedside. She was 77.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at New Teamon Baptist Church with Reverend Lee Chorn officiating and Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing.
The family will receive friends, at the church, one hour prior to service time.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to New Teamon Baptist Church: 3813 South Co. Rd. 85 Slocomb, AL 36375.
Martha was born on December 17, 1947 in Geneva County, to the late Clifton E. and Essie Mae Hardy Tew. She co-owned and operated Reeder’s Bait Farm in Slocomb for many years. She retired from Stanley Home Products as a regional sales manager with more than 30 years of service to her community.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Billy Joe Tew; nephew, David M. Tew.
Survivors include her daughter, Michelle Reeder; Son, Glenn Reeder (Teresa); grandchildren: Alex Reeder, Brittany Brannon (Hunter) Jacob Sellers (Kristen); sisters: Betty Gail Overton, Sandra Thrasher (Jay); and numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends.
Mrs. Blonnie Leavins Monk of Bonifay, FL, passed away Friday, June 13, 2025. She was 84.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, June 20, 2025 from the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva, AL with Rev. Brian Benjamin officiating and her brother, Donald Leavins, delivering the eulogy. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home beginning at 1:00 p.m.
Blonnie was born on October 01, 1940 in Holmes Co., FL to the late Onie and Voncille Clemmons Leavins. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. She enjoyed cooking for her family, canning fresh vegetables and sewing.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two husbands, Jack Lawhorn, Sr. and DT Monk; one brother, O’Neal Leavins and one grandson, Brett Elledge.
Blonnie is survived by four children, Jack Lawhorn, Jr. (Denise) of Summerdale, AL, Sarah Nell Miller (John) of Ponce de Leon, FL, Sharon Elledge (Michael) of Lillington, NC and Samuel DT Monk (Matea) of Fishers, IN; five siblings, Wren Leavins, Sonia Anderson and Donald Leavins (Pamela), all of Bonifay, FL, June Leavins of Arkansas and Julie Cox (Palmer) of Bonifay, FL; 7 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and a number of special nieces and nephews.
James Brent Golden, a resident of Dothan died unexpectedly Sunday, June 15, 2025 in Columbus, Georgia. He was 51.
Private family graveside services will be held at 10 AM Thursday, June 19, 2025 at Big Creek Church cemetery with Dr. Ricky Plummer officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 from 4 PM until 6 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.
Brent was born February 22, 1974 in Dothan, Alabama to the late James Whitehurst and Chanda Jo Riley Rabon. He was a 1992 graduate of Dothan High School and started a career in the trucking business, most recently Terminal Manager for Ruan in Marianna, Florida. He also enjoyed fireworks, hunting and Alabama Football.
Brent is preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his wife of 28 years, Dana Golden; children, Lauren Golden and Chandler Golden (Averi); brother, Jeffrey Golden (Misty), and niece and nephews, Hunter, Wyatt and Madison.
DOTHAN… Joseph Lee Muccio, a resident of Dothan, Alabama, passed away Monday morning, June 16, 2025, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. He was 37.
A complete obituary with a list of survivors will be announced later by Wright Funeral Home & Crematory.
