Sidney Lanier Chapman, Sr., 91, of Eufaula, Alabama, died Sunday, May 11, 2025, at Crowne Health Care in Eufaula.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 2 P.M., at the First United Methodist Church with Dr. Ken Bush and Rev. Matt Avera officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Gardens cemetery with Chapman Funeral Home directing. The visitation will be held prior to the service from 12 Noon until 2 P.M. at the church.
Born November 4, 1933 in Houston County, Alabama, Mr. Chapman was the son of the late Marvin Gillis and Irene Lisenby Chapman. Mr. Chapman was a graduate of the Dothan High School, Class of 1952. He attended Alabama Polytechnic Institute (Auburn University). He was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a graduate and class President of the Class of 1962 at John A. Gupton School of Mortuary Science. He owned and operated Chapman Funeral Home since 1965. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Eufaula.
Survivors include his wife of 68 years: Jacqueline Tomlin Chapman; his son: Sidney L. “Chip” (Tina) Chapman, Jr.; his daughter: Jacqueline Cara (Keith) Hutto; 3 grandchildren: Jennifer Chapman, Amanda Chapman (Brandon) Green, Michael Jenkins; 2 great grandchildren: Chapman Green and Harper Green; 1 niece: JoAnn McFarland; several great nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Wade Taylor, Matt McFarland, Ben Garrison, Mark Shoemaker, Jason Bennett, Logan Mitchell and Marty Roney.
Tracy Jill Rudder, known affectionately as Tracy to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 65. Born on January 30, 1960, in Texas, Tracy was a spirited and vibrant soul who brought joy and color to the lives of those around her.
Tracy’s early years were spent in the Lone Star State, but she moved to Dothan at a young age, where she would eventually become a cherished member of the community. She attended Dothan High School, where she formed lasting friendships and developed a love for learning. Tracy’s academic journey continued at the University of Montevallo, where she pursued her interests passionately. Her quest for knowledge led her back to her Texas roots, where she earned a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Texas Women’s University in 2007. Tracy’s dedication to her studies was a testament to her tenacious spirit.
After her academic pursuits, Tracy returned to Dothan, where she became known for her unique and creative hobbies. She had a particular talent for crafts, often spending hours meticulously creating beautiful door wreaths and windchimes that would bring a smile to anyone’s face. Her creations were not just decorations but expressions of her personality—hardheaded, peculiar, and bullheaded in the best of ways. Tracy’s crafts were a reflection of her determination to bring beauty into the world, despite any challenges she faced.
Tracy’s indomitable spirit was matched only by her deep and abiding friendships. She is survived by her very close friends, Ken Carr, Mary Craft, and Lynn Stokes who stood by her through thick and thin. Their bond was a testament to Tracy’s ability to form meaningful and lasting connections with those she held dear. She is also survived by her brother in law, Joe Ford and her niece, Haley Ford. She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Ruth Rudder, who instilled in her the values of resilience and independence that she carried throughout her life. She also is preceded in death by her sister, Leslie Ford.
Tracy’s presence in Dothan was a beacon of creativity and strength. Her friends and family will remember her for her unwavering determination, her unique approach to life, and the joy she found in the simple act of making something beautiful with her own two hands. Her legacy will live on in the memories she has left behind and in the impact she had on her community.
As we say goodbye to Tracy Jill Rudder, we celebrate a life lived with passion and perseverance. Her story is one of a journey filled with learning, creativity, and friendship. Tracy’s life reminds us all to embrace our peculiarities, to be bullheaded in pursuit of our dreams, and to cherish the bonds we form along the way.
Tracy’s departure from this world leaves a void that cannot be filled, but her spirit will continue to inspire those who knew her. She will be deeply missed, but her memory will be cherished forever in the hearts of her friends and all who were fortunate enough to cross paths with her.
Mrs. Lucy Ann Jerkins King, age 67, a resident of Dothan, died early Monday, May 12, 2025 at Flowers Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday May 14, 2025 at the Glover Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Jeff Peacock officiating. Burial will follow in the Sunset Memorial Park in Midland City with Glover Funeral Home directing. The family will be receiving friends from 1:00 p.m. until 1:45 p.m. on Wednesday prior to services at the funeral home.
Flowers will be accepted.
Mrs. King was born on May 30, 1957 in Dothan the daughter of Thomas Howell Jerkins and Ruby Lois Moss Jerkins. She worked in various convenience and grocery stores as a cashier. Lucy loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and her pets.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Russell William King; two brothers, Ronald and Ronnie Jerkins; two sisters, Martha Gamble and Helen Gumpenberger.
Survivors include, two sons, Chris Jerkins (Bailee), Dothan; James Jerkins (Samantha), Wicksburg; two brothers, David Jerkins, Dothan; Steve Jerkins (Donna), Kinsey; daughter-in-law, Shanda Stinson Jerkins, Cowarts; three grandchildren, Patrick Dylan Jerkins, Midland City; Corey Lane Jerkins, Cowarts; Emma Rayne Jerkins, Wicksburg; several nieces and nephews.
Serving as pallbearers will be Corey Jerkins, Jimmy Peacock, Dylan Jerkins, Hunter Jerkins, Whit Jerkins and Clay Redding.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Britteny Nicole Wesley, affectionately known as Britt to her close friends and family, brought a gentle and kind presence into this world on May 2nd, 1989, in Austell, Georgia. Sadly, after a courageous battle, Britteny departed from this life on May 9th, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama. Her grace and resilience throughout her life and illness were an inspiration to all who knew her.
Britteny was a proud graduate in 2008 of Hiram High School in Hiram, Georgia, where she participated in track and field and was known for her quiet determination and unique way of confidently doing things her own way. After completing her education, she dedicated herself to her role at Lowe’s Distribution Center, where her work ethic and kind nature made her a valued team member and a friend to many.
In her personal life, Britteny was a woman of simple pleasures. She found joy in the quiet moments, whether it was watching her favorite TV shows, heading out to the movies, or dressing up in her signature preppy style. Despite her reserved nature, Britteny had a profound impact on those around her. Her kind-heartedness and the subtle way she expressed her care and affection will be deeply missed by all.
Britteny’s family was the cornerstone of her life. She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories for her mother, Lisa Wesley; her father, Bill Wesley and step-mother Katrina; her beloved daughter, Taylor German; her brother, Trey Wesley; and her step-siblings, Ashley, Candace, Sean, and Aaron. She also leaves behind her grandmothers, Betty Bailey and step-grandmother Eloise McGee. Her extended family, including her uncles Jeffrey, Donnie, Kevin, and Timothy, and her “special aunt” ReRe, Willa Mae, Faye, Michelle, and Traci, along with a host of cousins, nieces, and nephews that will forever hold Britteny in their hearts. Britteny was preceded in death by her grandfather, Charlie Bailey, “special aunt” Valarie Bailey, and grandparents, William Wesley, Sr. and Albertha Wesley.
The words that best describe Britteny are kindness, grace, and quiet strength. She navigated life’s challenges with a soft-spoken courage that drew people to her. Her ability to listen, truly listen, made her a confidante and friend to many. Britteny’s life may have been brief, but the impression she left on this world was significant and will be felt for generations to come.
As we mourn her passing, we also take solace in knowing that Britteny’s spirit lives on through her daughter, Taylor, and the many lives she touched with her gentle soul. We will carry her memory with us, finding comfort in the love she gave and the time we spent with her. Britteny’s journey on this earth was a testament to the enduring power of kindness and the quiet strength that lies within us all.
Sunset Memorial Park Funeral Home (334) 983-6604 www.SunsetMemorialPark.com
Mrs. Carolyn Ann Smith Womack, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025, at the age of 81.
Born on December 21, 1943, in Mobile, Alabama, Mrs. Womack was the daughter of the late Morgan Vincent Smith and Viona LaCoste Smith. She was a graduate of Murphy High School and attended Auburn University. While at Auburn, she met William Alexander Womack, Jr. (Bill). They were married in 1964 and together owned and operated Rocky Creek Farms in Ashford, Alabama.
Mrs. Womack was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose life was enriched by her creativity, her passion for gardening, and her deep love of animals. She had a particularly keen interest in sewing, quilting, cooking, and painting—skills she practiced with joy and shared generously with others. She was also a dedicated and hardworking caretaker of her yard, which she nurtured with patience and pride.
Known for her imaginative spirit and fearless nature, Mrs. Womack approached life with curiosity, confidence, and determination.
Mrs. Womack was preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, William Alexander Womack, Jr. (Bill). She was the proud mother of Valerie Womack Morgan (Harrison) of Atlanta, Georgia;
Vicki Womack Kleindienst (Michael) of Uerkheim, Switzerland; Vivian Womack Galletly (Trey) of Marietta, Georgia; and Andrea Womack Howell of Dothan, Alabama. Mrs. Womack also took immense pride in her nine grandchildren, loving every opportunity to celebrate their milestones: Gero Alexander Kleindienst, Lillian Claire Morgan, William Harris Galletly, Bannie Margaret Galletly, Peter Julius Kleindienst, William Harrison Morgan, Virginia Everette Howell, Beatrice Louise Galletly, and Henry James Howell. She is also survived by her sister, Viona Smith Rice, of Brentwood, Tennessee.
Visitation will be Tuesday, May 13th at Ward Wilson Funeral Home, Dothan, Alabama from 5-6:30 pm. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 14th at 10 am to honor Mrs. Womack’s life at the Ashford City Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made in her memory to Dothan Botanical Gardens.
The family appreciates the selfless and difficult work of SouthernCare Hospice and a special thanks to the lovely women of Collins Journey who provided comfort and unwavering support to Mrs. Womack.
Ward Wilson Memory Hill Funeral Home, Cemetery & Crematory, (334) 792-4194, is in charge of arrangements.
OZARK…Mr. Ronald Palmer, a resident of Ozark, died early Monday morning, May 12, 2025, at his home. He was 90.
In keeping with the wishes of the family, there are no public services planned at this time. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Palmer, son of the late James William Palmer and Helen Viola Powell Palmer, was a native of Okmulgee, Oklahoma and formerly lived in the Mojave Desert in California, Alaska, and Pennsylvania before moving to Ozark in 2011. While in Alaska, he worked on the Alaskan Pipeline before being drafted into the United States Army to serve in the Korean War. Mr. Palmer worked as a carpenter and rode a ferry to work in New York. He always enjoyed being on his ranch taking care of the animals, also enjoyed traveling, and collecting and driving antique cars. Mr. Palmer was preceded in death by his sister, Helen Rogers and four brothers.
Surviving relatives are his nieces and nephews, including Ronda Young and her husband, Robert of Ozark; great nieces and great nephews; his dear friend, Anthony Russo.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Mrs. Lucy Ann Jerkins King, age 67, a resident of Dothan, died early Monday, May 12, 2025 at Flowers Hospital.
