Edward Earl “Eddy” Yarbrough of Samson, AL passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. He was 73 years old.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, June 02, 2025 at Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Donnie Earles officiating. Burial will follow at Shady Grove Assembly of God Church Cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday, June 01, 2025 from 3:00 until 5:00 p.m. Flowers will be accepted.
Eddy was born in Geneva County, AL on August 17, 1951 to the late Willie “AC” and Caron Inez Jones Yarbrough. He graduated from Samson High School in 1971. On June 20, 1974, he joined the US Army, serving four years of active duty. As a Sergeant, he served as a radio operator, heavy equipment and construction operator, tank system mechanic and automated logistics specialist, which took him from Fort Campbell, KY to Germany. Following his four years of active duty, he served in the Alabama National Guard for 25 years, 1 month and 13 days prior to retiring on February 27, 2003. Eddy was employed at Reliable Metal Products for 50 years, retiring on July 12, 2024, as Shipping Supervisor.
Eddy’s family was his life. Growing up with 10 siblings, they all believed in hard work and being supportive of each other. He loved and adored his nieces and nephews, always giving unique birthday and Christmas gifts, mostly wrapped in newspaper. He continued the tradition with the great nieces and nephews, who he loved dearly. They never knew what surprise lay in store for them in those wrapped gifts. Eddy lived a life of dedication and service that left an incredible mark on life and all who were fortunate to have known and loved him. He will be deeply missed and will live on in the hearts of those closest to him.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Margaret Louise “Lockett” Yarbrough; three brothers, John, Hubert and Terry “Honk” Yarbrough; two brothers-in-law, Donnie H. Carroll and Ray Lolley; aunts and uncles, William and Donice Jones and Charles and Josephine Shehee.
Eddy is survived by siblings, Franklin Jones (Elouise), Emma Lou Carroll, Lannett Weeks (Dwight), Jerry “Pee Wee” Yarbrough (Karen), and Rachel Lolley; two sisters-in-law, Carol Yarbrough, and Linda Yarbrough; 15 nephews and nieces, 24 great nieces and nephews, a host of cousins and friends; special friends, Rickie Dunsworth and Gayle Jolley.
Serving as pallbearers will be Doyle Jones, Jeremy Yarbrough, Eric Jones, Levi Yarbrough, Perry Conner and Ethan Conner.
The family would like to thank Dr. David Arnold, Jamie Johnson NP, Dr. Duke and Centerwell Home Health for their love and compassion shown to Eddy.
The family will be at the home of his sister, Lannett Weeks, 374 Ivywood Dr., Hartford, AL 36344.
Sara “Gayle” Smith Moore, 60, a resident of Dothan passed away, early Thursday, May 29, 2025, at her residence following an extended illness.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 1, 2025, at Dothan City Cemetery with Reverend John Taylor officiating and Glover Funeral Home of Dothan directing. Flowers will be accepted.
Gayle was born September 20, 1965, in Dothan to Donald Rex & Sara H. Johnson Smith. She spent most of her early years in Houston County and was a graduate of Dothan High School. Gayle worked in retail as a cashier for Dollar General, Goodwill, and most recently Ace Hardware. She was of Freewill Baptist Faith.
She is preceded in death by her father, Donald Rex Smith.
She is survived by her mother, Sara H. Smith of Dothan; her two sons, Casey Moore of Grand Ridge, FL, and Stephen Moore of Waycross, GA; five grandchildren, Kiarra Moore, K.J. Moore, Landon Moore, Sierra Moore, and Makayla Moore; her brother, Donald Smith (Cindy) of Dothan; her sister, Kathy Roberts (Alan) of Midland City; and several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of Day Spring Hospice for the love and care shown to their loved one during this very difficult time.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
ABBEVILLE. . .Jane Benton Greene, a resident of Abbeville, died early Wednesday morning, May 28, 2025, in Westside Terrace in Dothan. She was 93.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 3, 2025, in the Spring Hill Baptist Church, 64 County Road 350, Troy, Alabama 36079, with Dr. Johnny Fain officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:30 until 2:00 P.M. Tuesday in the church sanctuary. Holman-Abbeville Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to S.H.A.R.K., P.O. Box 126, Abbeville, AL 36310.
Mrs. Greene was born in Enterprise, Alabama, daughter of the late William Roy Benton and Julia Ballard Benton. She received a B. S. Degree and a Masters Degree both in Education from Troy University. Mrs. Greene lived in various locations while her husband served in the United States Army and taught school while her husband served in the military. She and her husband moved to Holiday Shores on Lake Eufaula in 1977. Mrs. Greene was affiliated with the First Baptist Church of Abbeville. She had a “Green Thumb” and was a life member of the Abbeville Garden Club and a National Life Member of the National Garden Clubs, Inc. She collected figurines including ceramic and glass frogs. Mrs. Greene and her late husband travelled extensively throughout the world. She was preceded in death by husband, Earnest Lee Greene (Lt. Colonel, U. S. Army, Retired), a daughter, Julie Greene Burch, a son, Durwood “Woody” Greene, a grandson, James Benjamin Greene, and a brother, Ben Benton.
Surviving relatives include a son, Lee Greene, Abbeville; a daughter-in-law, Jo Ellen Greene, Calera, AL; grandchildren, Joey Greene, Ben Greene, Matt Greene and Maureen Greene Zimmerman (Dr. David Zimmerman); eleven great-grandchildren, two nieces and a nephew.
HOLMAN ABBEVILLE MORTUARY & CREMATIONS IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Phone 334-585-5261. You may sign a guest register at www.holmanmortuaries.com. This establishment does not own a crematory.
Larry Dale “Larrydale” Epps, 72, passed away on May 27, 2025, in Webb Alabama. Born on March 22, 1953, in Douglas, Alabama, Larry lived a life marked by dedication, resilience, and deep love for those closest to him.
Larry was known for his hardworking nature and unwavering commitment to his job. He approached every task with diligence and pride, earning the respect of those around him. A true “Mr. fix-it,” Larry had an extraordinary talent for repairing anything broken, especially tools. His passion for tools extended beyond utility; he meticulously collected them, organizing each piece into its proper category and toolbox with care and precision.
His hobbies reflected his appreciation for craftsmanship and nostalgia. Larry was an avid collector of knives, Zippo lighters, baseball cards, Coca-Cola memorabilia, coins, and later in life, rocks, which he lovingly polished. Each item in his collection told a story and held a special place in his heart.
Larry’s presence was a gift to those who knew him. He was the kind of friend who would drop everything to help someone in need, a great listener who offered thoughtful advice and unwavering support. His siblings looked up to him with admiration and respect. To his companion Debbie, he was more than just a soulmate, he was a best friend whose love brought comfort through life’s joys and sorrows. Larry carried the loss of his only child, Jonathan Epps, affectionately known as JD in 1989. JD was the pride of Larry’s life; many nights were spent at the kitchen table reminiscing about him through heartfelt stories that kept JD’s memory alive. Larry yearned for their reunion, and now they are together once more.
Larry is survived by his siblings, Terry Epps, Steven Epps, Sheila Epps and Tina Epps. He is preceded in death by his beloved son, JD; his brothers, Eddie Epps and Gary Epps; and his parents, Billy and Carolyn Epps.
Mrs. Linda Elaine Robinson Hartzell, age 77, a resident of Dothan passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Graveside services will be held at 11am on Friday, May 30, 2025 at Memory Hill Cemetery with Pastor Dustin Mendium officiating and Glover Funeral Home directing.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Taylor Senior Citizen Center, 1457 St. Highway 605, Taylor, Alabama 36301.
Mrs. Linda Robinson Hartzell was born on July 11, 1947 to Ralph and Alma Dixon Robinson. She grew up in Geneva and attended Geneva High School. She loved to fish, crochet, cook, and do karaoke. She always seen the best in others and always tried to help anyone in any way.
Mrs. Linda Robinson Hartzell is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Harold Robinson, Oneal Robinson, and Malon Robinson; sisters, Helen Jacobs, Elizabeth Judah, and Betty Vanlandingham.
Survivors include the love of her life for fifty-eight years her husband, Ken Hartzell; sons, Scott Hartzell, Tim Hartzell (Wendy), and Kevin Hartzell; sister, Martha Haythorne; numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Day Spring Hospice, Deep South Home Medical Equipment, and Dr. Ryan Conner for their love and great care during this difficult time.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Mrs. Linda Elaine Robinson Hartzell, age 77, a resident of Dothan passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family.