Anita Carolyn Thompson entered her eternal home in heaven on July 7, 2025, at the age of 89.
A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Magnolia Funeral Home in Corinth, Mississippi. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM, followed by the funeral service at 11:00 AM.. Local arrangements are being handled by Wright Funeral Home & Crematory.
A beloved resident of Azalea Court Assisted Living in Headland, AL, for the past 14 years, Carolyn also spent many meaningful years in Corinth, MS; Red Bay, AL; and Abbeville, AL. Born in Corinth on October 29, 1935, she was the daughter of Samuel Oakley and Nina Mae Parker Gibbs. She was a proud graduate of Corinth High School and attended Blue Mountain College.
Carolyn was a devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was dearly loved and will be remembered for her warm heart, kind spirit, and unwavering faith. She truly had a servant’s heart—often creating and sharing handmade crafts to lift the spirits of others.
Holidays were especially meaningful to her. Whether she was decorating with joy, donning festive attire, or delighting children with her famous spider web cape at Halloween, Carolyn made every celebration brighter.
Her love for the Lord was evident in all she did, and she shared her faith generously with those around her. Most of all, she adored her family and devoted her life to loving and caring for them. Affectionately known as “Grandma” by many, she beamed with pride when showing off pictures of her children, grandchildren, and, most recently, great-grandchildren.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, James, Ray, and Milton Gibbs; her husband, Reamilus H. (R.H.) Thompson; and her son, John David Thompson.
She leaves to cherish her memory her children: Kevin (Barbara) Thompson, Gerry (Geni Payne) Thompson, Shari (Ira) Bonner, and Marc (Cindy) Thompson; her bonus daughter, Leigh (Jeremy) Glenn; her sister, Diana Gibbs Sanders; her grandchildren: Boo Jean Thompson, Josh (Katie) Bostick, Jake (Lucy) Bostick, Justin Thompson, and Maddi Miles; several step-grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews; and her beloved great-grandchildren, James Bostick and Esther Bostick.
The family wishes to express deep gratitude to the caring staff at Azalea Court Assisted Living. You became family to our mother, and she loved you dearly. To the compassionate caregivers from Hearts and Hearts Caregiving Service, thank you for always answering our call with kindness. We are especially thankful to Southern Care Hospice for your exceptional care in her final days—we are forever indebted to you.
Carolyn’s legacy of love, faith, and joyful generosity will continue to shine in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Mr. Charles Houston Pruett, a resident of Ozark, died Monday, July 7, 2025, at his home. He was 92 years old.
Funeral services for Mr. Pruett will be graveside 10:00 A. M. Friday, July 11, 2025, in Gardens of Memory Cemetery. Interment will follow with Full Military Honors, Holman Funeral Home of Ozark directing.
Mr. Pruett was born October 12, 1932 in Moorhead, Mississippi to the late Nathaniel Houston Pruett and Ethel Booth Pruett. He served in the United States Army for twenty years until his retirement. Following his military service, they made their home in Level Plains and in Daleville before settling in Ozark in 1987.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Helga Werner Pruett; his daughter, Diane Pruett Hawkins; and his siblings, Benny Pruett, Kathrine Hobson and Mary Higgenbotham. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Ethel and Wade Reese of Daleville, Alabama; and one son and daughter-in-law, Ralf and Delilia Werner of Warner Robins, Georgia; grandchildren, Brittney Reese, Mitchell and Bailey Reese, Gregory Werner, Michael Werner and Ceara, Liane and Yassine Mhalla, Kyle and Amy Werner and Jacob Werner; great grandchildren, Ryleigh Bowling, Hafsa Olivia Mhalla and Elaina Werner.
Mr. Donald “Big Don” Ray Blevins, 91, a resident of Dothan, passed on Monday, July 7, 2025, at his residence.
Celebration of Life services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the Glover Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jeffrey Lane Blevins officiating and Glover Funeral Home directing.
The family will be receiving friends from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. prior to services at Glover Funeral Home. A reception will follow the services at the Basketcase, 228 S. Oates Street, Dothan, Alabama 36301. Flowers will be accepted.
Mr. Blevins was born April 2, 1934, in Attalla the son of Mack Carl Blevins and Addice Ruth Hughes Blevins. He was a 1952 graduate of Etowah County High School in Attalla and received his B.A. degree in business from Jacksonville State University in 1959. Donald served two years in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked for W.T. Grants as a manager until 1973 when he moved to Dothan as manager with West Building Materials for 23 years, retiring in 1996. He attended Westwood Presbyterian Church, PCA
Donald was predeceased in death by his parents, first wife, Doris Patterson Blevins, a brother Joe Mack Blevins; 4 sisters Mary Lou McConnell, Carolyn Schibella, Nan Cadenhead and Cathy Jones.
Survivors include his wife, Sara M. Blevins of Dothan; 2 daughters Donna Balzaratti (Rick) of Dothan and Gina Blevins Henderson (Stuart) of Birmingham; 4 sisters, Bobbie Harrelson of Huntsville, Linda Denton of Decatur, Joyce Culp of Gadsden, and Cindy Rich of Charlottesville, VA; 3 grandchildren Alex Bell (Samantha) of Gulf Breeze, FL, Zack Bell(Michelle) of Navarre, FL, and Trent Henderson of Birmingham; 4 great-grandchildren, Olivia, Hudson, Ezra and Hazel; four step-children, Rick Twine of Dothan, Melanie Harris of Wilmington, N.C., Schuyler Bratt of Dothan, and U.S. Army Captain Samuel Bratt of Fort Campbell, KY.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Danny Ray McKnight, a devoted father, proud veteran, and beloved jokester known for his generosity and faith, passed away at the age of 73 on July 3, 2025, in Macon, Georgia.
Born on May 20, 1952, in Dothan, Alabama, Danny lived a life marked by love, service, and deep-rooted faith. A graduate of Dothan High School, he went on to honorably serve in the Army National Guard and spent many dedicated years with the United States Postal Service.
Danny didn’t just talk about his faith—he wore it. Literally. His collection of Christian t-shirts was just one of the many ways he shared his love for the Lord with the world around him. He was a man who believed in showing up for people, loving fiercely, and laughing often.
Although he recently moved to Douglas, Georgia, to be closer to his son and daughter-in-law, Danny’s heart never left Dothan, Alabama, where he was born and raised. A proud veteran, Danny’s military service took him across the world, including a memorable deployment to Seoul during the 1988 Summer Olympics. His time in service reflected his deep sense of duty and adventure, but no matter where life took him, his greatest pride and joy remained his children: Danny McKnight II and Tiffany Clardy.
He is survived by his son, Danny McKnight II (Kristine) of Douglas, Georgia; daughter, Tiffany Clardy (Michael) of Dothan, Alabama; brothers, Steve McKnight (Norma) and Rodger McKnight, both of Dothan; grandchildren, Madison and Maggie McKnight of Dothan; nephew, Ashley McKnight (Susie) of Panama City, Florida; niece, Emrist Mustin (Garrett) of Dothan; and a host of grandnieces, grandnephews, extended family, and close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Margaret McKnight; his brother, Jimmy McKnight; and his granddaughter, Saylor McKnight.
Danny loved Alabama football, the Atlanta Braves, and spending time fishing. And if you knew him, you knew there was only one acceptable drink: Diet Coke—nothing else even came close. His sense of humor was unmatched, and even in tough times, he managed to bring laughter wherever he went. He lived life to the fullest, always defied death’s door, and fought until the very end.
Danny was known for his quiet strength, his sharp wit, and his unwavering love for his family. Whether sharing stories from his years of service or enjoying a simple afternoon surrounded by loved ones, he lived with a deep appreciation for the things that truly matter.
More than anything, Danny was a giver. Whether it was a warm smile, a word of encouragement, or quite literally the shirt off his back, he was always there for others. His warmth, humor, and deep compassion will be missed more than words can say.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. with Bro. Charles Goldsmith officiating at Sunset Memorial Park, with military honors to follow.
