Martha Ellen Bradford, affectionately known as Marty to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, at the age of 100 in Enterprise, Alabama. Born on May 31, 1925, in Columbus, Ohio, to the late Raymond William Fleming and Martha Wilhelmina Krause, Marty grew up with a foundation of love and strong family values that would carry her through an extraordinary century of life.
Marty’s journey led her to marry her first love, William Henry Basham, Jr., at the tender age of 18. Their union was one of adventure and deep affection. After William’s military career ended in 1945, they moved to the canal zone in Panama. After William’s untimely passing on May 7, 1961, Marty demonstrated her remarkable resilience and independence. She later found love again with Clayton Bradford, who became a cherished husband until his passing. After Clayton’s passing in 1979, Marty resided in the canal zone until 1980, then she relocated to Dothan, Alabama.
Blessed with a large and loving family, Marty was preceded in death by her first husband, William Henry Basham Jr., her second husband, Clayton Bradford, her parents, Raymond William Fleming and Martha Wilhelmina Krause, her children, Patricia Christian and Susan Basham, and two brothers. She is survived by her children: Michael Basham (Linda), Nancy Stanford (Larry), Daniel Basham (Fran), and Kathleen Monday (Craig). Her legacy continues through her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren who will remember her with great affection and respect.
Marty was a graduate of South High School in Columbus. Her commitment to community service was evident in her 30 years of volunteer work at the Southeast Alabama Medical Center gift shop. A devout Catholic, she lived her faith through acts of kindness and service to others.
Her interests were as diverse as the places she lived. Marty was a kind and personable soul who found joy in crafting, quilting, and crocheting. A brave and independent woman, she made friends easily, including a special bond with her son’s mother-in-law, Mildred Patton. Marty’s love for animals was boundless, with a particular soft spot for cats.
A mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, April 10, 2026, at 11am at Saint Columba Catholic Church with Father Gallagher officiating. Inurnment will take place in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery.
OZARK…Mr. James Robert Brannon (Staff Sergeant, Alabama Army National Guard, Retired), a resident of Ozark, died Thursday morning, March 19, 2026, at his home. He was 98.
A complete obituary with a list of survivors will be announced later by Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Teresa Cooper Gilley, born August 2, 1963, in Brewton, Alabama, passed away on March 17, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama. Teresa’s life was defined by a gentle spirit, a generous heart, and an unwavering ability to see the good in others.
She was the beloved daughter of Larry Cooper Sr. and the late May Lorena McArthur Cooper, with whom she now shares a joyful reunion, along with her grandmother, whose presence shaped so much of her life. Teresa carried forward the legacy of love, faith, and kindness instilled in her from an early age, living each day with quiet grace and deep compassion.
From a young age, Teresa found joy in movement and music. She was a majorette at Young Junior High School and Northview High School and later continued her passion as a majorette with the Sound of the South Marching Band at Troy University, where she also performed with the University Dancers. She later gave that same passion back to others, volunteering for many years as the majorette sponsor for Northview High School. Whether twirling a baton, dancing to a favorite song, or encouraging young performers, she brought a natural elegance and light to everything she did.
Teresa was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church of Dothan. Her faith was a steady and guiding presence in her life, reflected not in grand gestures, but in the way she loved others, with patience, forgiveness, and a heart that always sought peace.
Her compassion was not only something she felt, but something she lived out daily in her work. She served the Dothan community through her time at Vaughn-Blumberg Services, a nonprofit organization supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, where she worked closely with adult members. She later continued that calling as a Parent Involvement Specialist with Dothan City Schools, building meaningful connections with families. After retiring, she remained devoted to caring for others as a caregiver with Home Instead Senior Care, providing comfort and companionship to elderly members of the community. In every role, Teresa’s kindness was not just present, it was the foundation.
She found happiness in life’s simple, quiet moments. The beach was her sanctuary, where she could sit for hours listening to the rhythm of the waves. She had a special love for butterflies, seeing beauty in their delicacy and transformation. Music was another constant companion, with the songs of James Taylor, The Carpenters, Chicago, Josh Groban, and Michael Bublé often filling the spaces around her.
Above all, Teresa was the definition of a devoted and selfless mother, wife, and daughter. She gave endlessly of herself, always putting the needs and happiness of others before her own. Her love was steady and sacrificial, shown in both the big moments and the quiet, unseen ones. She took immense pride in her daughter, celebrating every accomplishment with a full and joyful heart, never missing an opportunity to share that pride with others.
She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Tim Gilley; her father, Larry Cooper Sr.; her daughter, Courtney Gilley Petrizzi (Anthony); her twin sister, Tonnie Cooper; her brother, Larry Cooper Jr. (Lisa). She leaves behind a family who will forever carry her love with them.
Those who knew Teresa will remember her as truly kind, endlessly forgiving, and gentle in spirit. She had a way of making people feel seen, valued, and cared for, and her presence brought a sense of calm and comfort to those around her.
Visitation will be held Monday, March 23, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. at Ward-Wilson Funeral Home in Dothan, Alabama, with services immediately following. Memorial contributions may be made to the National MS Society, a cause meaningful to her and her family.
Teresa’s life was a quiet but powerful reflection of love in its purest form. The world is softer, kinder, and better because she was in it, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Terry Lee Ingram passed away on March 18, 2026, in Dothan, AL. Terry was born on December 21, 1959, in Valdosta, GA, to Jack and Carolyn Ingram. He grew up in Brooks County, Georgia. He was a 1978 graduate of Lowndes High School in Valdosta, Ga. He attended what is now Wiregrass Georgia Technical College prior to being employed by Michelin North America for 40 years. Terry started as a machinist with Michelin N.A. in Spartanburg, SC. He transferred to Michelin N.A., in Dothan in 1982, going through Michelin’s industrial engineer training and retiring as a project manager at the Dothan plant. He also attended Wallace Community College and Troy University – Dothan. He was a member of First United Methodist Church.
Terry was a passionate and highly skilled woodworker, an avid fisherman, master of the grill, and a dedicated steward of the animals and birds that he kept – finding great joy in craftsmanship, time on the water, at the grill, and in the beauty of nature.
He is survived by his wife, Lori Collier Ingram; he was a caring and considerate father to his children, Catherine and Isaac Collier; his sister and brother-in-law, Trixie and Mike Buckmaster, and their daughter Britney Buckmaster-Smith; and several cousins.
A celebration of Terry’s life will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, March 20, 2026, at First United Methodist Church of Dothan with Rev. Stephen Webb and Rev. Matthew Langford officiating. The family will receive friends in the church parlor on Friday from 10:00-11:00 am.
