Mr. James Arthur Mizell, a resident of Skipperville, died Sunday, May 18, 2025, at his home. He was 78 years old.
A private memorial service for Mr. Mizell will be held at a later date. Holman Funeral Home of Ozark has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Mr. Mizell was born October 2, 1946 in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina to the late Charles Dorman Mizell and Lucille Pearce Mizell. He graduated from Carroll School in 1965 and served in the Alabama National Guard. Mr. Mizell worked with General Telephone as a cable splicer for many years. He was an avid coin collector and loved watching westerns.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Charles Dorman Mizell, Jr.
Survivors include two daughters, Cheri Lynn Wimberley (Gary) of Headland and Jenny Mizell of Oxford, Alabama; two sons, James Bryant Mizell of Ozark and William Mizell of Chelsea, Alabama; three sisters, Doris Baker of Ozark, Clara Cook and Juanita Roberts (Joel) all of Skipperville.
HEADLAND… Thelma Eileen Mayfield Luck, a resident of Headland, Alabama, passed away early Sunday morning, May 18, 2025, at her home. She was 72.
No services are planned at this time.
Mrs. Luck was born in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Archie Mayfield and Audrey Redgrave Mayfield. She had previously lived in Panama City Beach, Florida and Spring, Texas before moving to Headland, Alabama about five years ago. She retired as a CMA (Certified Medical Assistant).
Along with her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Richard R. Luck, Sr.; her brothers, Jimmy Mayfield, Jonathan Mayfield, and Jeffrey Mayfield.
Leaving to cherish her memories are her daughter, Tami Randall; her son, Richard Luck, Jr. (Carie); her brother, Shane Mayfield (Pam); her grandchildren, Brandon Randall, Dylan Randall, Katelyn Luck, and Kaleb Sandidge.
Terry Dyson, age 71, of Dothan, Alabama, passed away on May 17, 2025.
A classic car enthusiast and master mechanic, Terry could often be found under the hood of a vintage Chevy—his hands filled with grease and his heart full of joy. His love for cars was more than a hobby; it was a way of life, one he shared with everyone around him.He never missed the chance to fire up a good engine.
Terry leaves behind a loving circle of family and friends: Pamela Dyson, Michael Edwards, Amanda Hood, Christopher Hood, Jace Camacho, Jax Day, Tyler and Tanner Edwards, and his cat poo bear.
Terry’s ashes will be buried in his home town of Bristol, Tennessee.
Will Ann “Doodle” Adams, a resident of Cottonwood, died Monday, May 19, 2025 at her residence. She was 83.
Mrs. Adams wishes were for cremation and no services will be held at this time.
Doodle was born August 28, 1941 in Houston County, Alabama to the late Roy Dewitt and Edith Mae Wood Radney. She was raised in Ashford but moved to Cottonwood and lived the remainder of her life there. Doodle was a homemaker and her and her husband Owned and Operated Adams Paint and body Shop. She served on the city council of Cottonwood for 16 years and was Baptist by faith.
Doodle is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Randall “Flash” Adams and siblings, Royander Radney, Bobbie Erwin and Linda Shelley.
Survivors include her children, Penny Quattlebaum (Ricky), Randy Adams (Lois); eight grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; brother, Roger Radney and her special companion, Precious.
Christine Lewis Bess of Geneva, AL passed away peacefully on Monday, May 19, 2025. She was 87.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon on Thursday, May 22, 2025 in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva with Rev. Ricky Hall officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday evening, May 21, 2025 from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m.
Christine was born in Geneva County, AL on March 18, 1938 to the late Jessie Wilburn and Anna Verdell Brooks Lewis Johnston. In September 1959, she married the love of her life, Jerry Bess. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. During her working career, she was a secretary with Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation and later retired from Reliable to spend time with her family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Bess; four siblings, Farolene Johnson, Anna Baxter, Claude Lewis and Haywood Lewis.
Christine is survived by two sons and daughter-in-law, Jeremy Bess (Sheila) and Terry Bess; two grandchildren, Kaylee Bess Spann (Ryan) and Lane Bess; three great grandchildren, Macee Grace Spann, Tristen Spann and Mia Spann, all of Geneva, AL; and three siblings, Janice Ellison (LeRoy), Billy Lewis (Linda) and Clarence Lewis (Renee).
Wilford Frank Brown, Jr., affectionately known as Bro, passed surrounded by the love of his family in Dothan AL. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to many. Bro was born on October 12, 1951 in Youngstown, OH and passed on May 17, 2025 in his home at the age of 73 after battling a host of health problems. His life was a testament of love, laughter, and happiness.
Bro was the son of the late Wilford Brown, Sr. and Edna Brown. He was the baby brother of two sisters born to this union. Many of his formative years were spent in Roanoke, VA with his grandmother Ora Stone. At the beginning of his teen years he returned to Youngstown, where he attended East High School, leaving a lasting impression on his peers with his infectious humor and free spirit. Bro furthered his education at New Castle School of Trade, where he honed his skills and earned a degree in welding, a profession that would define much of his working life. A master of his craft, he contributed to numerous projects with precision and dedication.
On July 6, 1974 he married the love of his life, Shirley Gibbs. A union of companionship, and friendship of 50 years, 9 months, 17 days stood the test of time. Bro’s heart was always fullest when he was surrounded by his family. He leaves behind his devoted wife, Shirley Brown, who was his best friend. Together, they raised a family that was the center of their world: William “Guilliame” (Karen) Brown, Benjamin (Paola)Brown, Kippy Brown, and Shirley “Nikki”(Larry)Johnson. He was a proud grandfather to Brandon Brown, Tiayon “Tia” Johnson, Tavia Stanford, Tyrin Brown, Areyon “Ari” Johnson, Tahja “TJ” Brown, Jaxon Brown, and Boogie Brown, each of whom brought immense joy and pride to his life.
His siblings, Belinda Pierce, Cynthia Boston, Earl “Burbie” McClendon, Cousin Adelle, Cousin Jerry, and Friend William Robinson will always remember him as Babybrother. His in-laws, Willie Dell Taylor, Willie C. Gibbs (Paulette), and Hosie Lee Gibbs (Doris), were an integral part of his extended family circle. Bro was preceded in death by his loving parents, his in-laws, Hosie and Emma Gibbs, and his cherished grandmother, Ora “GiGi” Stone. He also leaves a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Bro found spiritual fulfillment and salvation at Houston Street Church of God in Christ. His interests and hobbies were as vibrant and diverse as his personality. He was an avid motorcycle enthusiast, relishing the freedom and thrill of the open road. His laughter was a familiar sound to all who knew him, and his presence at family gatherings was a guarantee of fun and merriment.
An outdoorsman at heart, Bro found solace in swimming with a well-known boundless affection for his dogs. To say Bro was a family man would be an understatement; his life revolved around the well-being and happiness of his loved ones. His legacy was faith, fun, and happiness.
Those who knew Wilford will remember him as a loving, faith-filled man with a sweet soul. He was the embodiment of joy, always seeking to make others smile and brighten their day. His legacy is one of love, laughter, and the unwavering belief in the goodness of people.
A celebration of Wilford’s life will be held on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 11am at Church of God in Christ, 504 Houston Street Dothan, AL, with Pastor Larry Hutchinson officiating. The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service on Saturday. He will be laid to rest in the Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery.
