Sandra “Sandy” Butler Schlueter from Taylor, Alabama passed away
peacefully on April 12, 2025 after an extended illness. She was 83 years old,
born and raised in Huntsville, AL.
Sandy loved spending time with her friends at the Taylor Senior Center,
where she was an enthusiastic member of the Taylor Senior Dancing Team.
They often visited various Assisted Nursing facilities to spread joy through
dance. She also had a passion for traveling and playing BINGO at the Elks
Lodge. Mrs. Schlueter cherished being around people and was a devoted
member of Grandview Baptist Church. After retiring from civil service at Ft.
Rucker, AL, she continued to touch hearts with her sweet and kind nature.
She had a special fondness for chocolate and Diet Coke, which always brought
a smile to her face.
Mrs. Schlueter was preceded in death of her husband Walter Schlueter; her
parents Foster and Lillian Butler.
She is survived by her beloved children: Denise (Ron) Wilkins, Cottonwood,
AL, Ralph (Rachael) Pritchard, Tampa FL, daughter in law Delanie Pritchard,
Bonifay, FL.
Grandchildren: Charlotte Wilkins, Cottonwood, AL, Bradley Wilkins
(Courtney) Dothan, AL, Michelle (Jeff) Bosse, Panama City, FL, Meredith
Pritchard, Bonifay, FL, Ethan Pritchard, Silicon Valley, CA and Cameron
Pritchard, Tampa, FL.
Great-grandchildren: Colton and Emmie, Cottonwood, AL, Ellie and Lily
Panama City, FL.
Brother: Senator Tom (Karen) Butler, Huntsville, AL.
A family private memorial service will be held at Maple Hill Cemetery,
Huntsville, AL.
The family would like to give a special thank you to Sodalis Senior Living,
Defuniak Springs, FL for the care they provided.
Mary Elizabeth Wheeler of Geneva, AL passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025. She was 79 years old.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 02, 2025, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva with Rev. Jadon Schank and Rev. Dennis Schank officiating. Burial will follow in the Geneva City Cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. Flowers will be accepted.
Elizabeth was born on November 01, 1945, to the late Daniel DeWitt and Lottie Elizabeth Posey Chalker. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother, who was at her happiest when she was surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She cherished spending every available moment with her family. She retired from Clinton Mills in Geneva where she worked in the spinning room for several years. She was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church for years.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Jack Wheeler; two daughters, Sandra Free and Rhonda Galloway; one brother, Jerry Chalker and one sister, Sue Brown.
Elizabeth is survived by three children, Teresa White (Steve), Wanda Harrell (Mike), all of Geneva, AL and Kevin Wheeler (Ashley) of Hartford, AL; 11 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, one great great grandchild; several extended family members and friends.
The family wishes to thank Kindred Home Health and Gentiva Hospice for their devoted love and care of their loved one.
Patricia Ann Jackson, 63, of Samson, Alabama went home to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, April 27, 2025 at her home surrounded by loved ones.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 01, 2025 in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva with Bro. Donnie Earles officiating. Burial will follow in Travelers Rest cemetery in Samson, AL with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 5 -7 p.m.
Patricia was born on October 9, 1961, to the late Ethel Lee and Arthur D. Jackson in Florala, AL. She was most well-known for working at the Big/Little Store (Sunstop) in Samson for many years. Prior to that, she worked at the sewing factory until it closed. She carried many names throughout her life, but her favorites were Mama, Nana, and Grandma. In her spare time, she enjoyed spending time with her kids and grandbabies, family and friends. In the years following her inability to work, she loved taking care of her grandson, Rhykar Snyder, watching game shows, and sharing her faith and testimony of what Jesus has done for her. Patricia always let that little light shine everywhere she went and to whomever she talked to.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Dale Jackson; three sisters, Estelle Ramos, Luvinia Parker and Adell Jackson; two nieces, two nephews and one great grandson; and the love of her life for 35 years, Hubert Alford Adams.
Patricia is survived by two daughters, Denise Moore and Deanna Snyder (Zach), all of Samson, AL, two step daughters, Sherry Addison (Eric) of Talladega, AL and Virginia Harris (Trent) of Panama City, FL; son, Travis Adams of Defuniak Springs, FL; two sisters, Lorene Carr of Samson, AL and Mary Nell Shay (Carl), of Apopka, FL; 16 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews, and other extended family; a very special nephew, Micheal Adams (Rachel) and their daughter, Chelsea, who she called her own and who was willing to help in any way and at any time.
The family would like to thank all of those at Dayspring Hospice for the care and devotion they have provided over the past few years.
Mr. Burnice Havard Phillips of Samson, Alabama passed away Monday, April 28, 2025. He was 89 years old.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday, May 01, 2025, at Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home chapel with Rev. Donnie Earles and Rev. Kevin Kelley officiating. Burial will follow in Piney Grove Baptist Church Cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home beginning at 2:00 p.m. Thursday and continue until time for service. Flowers will be accepted, or memorial contributions may be made to Piney Grove Baptist Church in his memory.
Mr. Havard was born on January 06, 1936, to the late W. M. and Elzie A. Carpenter Phillips. He was a lifelong and faithful member of the Piney Grove Baptist Church, where he served as deacon for a number of years. He was a member of the Samson Masonic Lodge #624 and the Blue Lodge. He retired from Ft. Rucker after 38 years of service, retiring as an aircraft maintenance inspector. He served 4 years in the US Navy and in the Alabama National Guard for several years. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, bird and coon hunting. When he wasn’t hunting and fishing, his passion was playing a good game of pool.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Weston Phillip Smith and two sisters, Chapell Ellenburg and Sarah Blair.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 68 years, Shelby Jean Strickland Phillips of Samson, AL; four daughters, Cynthia Pittman (Robert), Gayla Bowden (Max), Lynn Smith (Chris Prescott), all of Samson, AL and Lydia Rogers (Shane) of Dothan, AL; 10 grandchildren, Broc Barnes (Lindsay), Bailey Herrera (Mike), Kelsie Alford, Kylie Weeks (Nick), Mikayla Cloud (Sean), Seth Rogers (Macy), Lane Pittman (Shaley), Bailey Fisher (Chris), Marty Bowden and Jake Bowden; 12 great grandchildren, Amelia Barnes, Luke Barnes, Cali Barnes, Jude Herrera, Harlan Herrera, RaeLee Thompkins, CharLee McCollough, Connor Dean, Hadley Dean, Khloe Weeks, Emmie James Rogers and Wrenley Mae Rogers; a number of special nieces, nephews, extended family and friends also survive.
Janice Faye Chambers, a beacon of love and selflessness, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025, in Birmingham, AL, at the age of 51. Born on May 11, 1973, in Ashford, AL, Janice’s life was a testament to her unwavering faith and her boundless capacity to care for others.
Janice’s journey began as the beloved daughter of Willie Jay and Willie Faye Stewart, who preceded her in death, along with her grandson Jeremiah Henderson and brothers Robert Stewart and Willie Stewart, Jr. Her formative years in Ashford were shared with her brothers Frank, David, James Stewart, who, along with a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins, continue to honor her memory.
A proud graduate of Columbia High School, Janice’s nurturing spirit led her to become a caregiver, a role she embraced with dedication for over three years. Her true vocation, however, was that of a homemaker, a role she performed with unparalleled grace and devotion. Janice’s life was a testament to her belief in giving to everyone, a philosophy she lived out daily through her actions and interactions.
Janice’s heart was ever-expanding, as she was a loving wife to her husband, Byron Chambers, and a guiding light to her children, Marquise Melton, Cieria Tyson (LeTras), and Courtney Felix (Daniel). Her legacy flourishes through her grandchildren, Courtlyn Davis, Jaycein Tyson, Cieanna Tyson, Jenesis Felix, Daniel Felix, Jr., Hayden Melton, Logan Melton, Marquise Melton, Jr., and India Melton, who will carry forward the love she so freely gave.
A woman of God and a fighter in the truest sense, Janice moved to Birmingham three years ago, where she continued to touch lives with her kindness. Her friends and family knew her as a loving friend, mother, and wife, whose actions were always guided by her faith-filled heart.
Janice’s life was marked by her loving and selfless nature. She had an innate ability to make everyone around her feel cherished and supported. Her unwavering faith was the cornerstone of her existence, guiding her through life’s challenges and inspiring those around her to live with hope and compassion.
As we bid farewell to Janice Chambers, we celebrate a life beautifully lived and a spirit that will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of all who knew her. Her memory will be cherished and her legacy of love and selflessness will endure, a guiding light for generations to come.
A celebration of Janice’s life will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11am at Rhema Rock Church with Sara Wright officiating. She will be laid to rest in the St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, May 2 at Sunset Memorial Park Funeral Home from 4pm until 6pm.
Anne Virginia Jernigan, lovingly known as Anne to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2025, at the age of 74 in Dothan, Alabama. Born on June 23, 1950, in Longview, Texas, Anne was a beacon of kindness and selflessness throughout her life, touching the hearts of everyone she encountered.
Anne was the cherished matriarch of a family that adored her deeply. She is survived by her devoted sons, Bill Gamble (Jen) and Ken Gamble (Dee), who will forever remember her nurturing spirit. Her legacy continues through her grandchildren, Damian, Michael, Caden, and Dane Gamble, who lovingly called her “Nana” and will miss her gentle guidance and unconditional love. Anne’s siblings, Karen Hartin (Gene) and Beth Repp (Mark), will hold onto the fond memories of their sister whose presence brightened their lives. Her special friends, Lisa Shepard and Rosemary, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and friends, will miss the warmth and generosity that Anne so freely gave.
Anne’s life was one of constant movement and adaptation, having grown up with a military father. This experience shaped her into a resilient and adaptable woman, capable of finding joy and making friends wherever she went. Despite the many changes in her life, Anne maintained close relationships with her childhood friends, a testament to her loyalty and the deep bonds she formed.
Her journey through education began at Hardaway High School in Columbus, Georgia, and continued as she pursued her passion for helping others by obtaining her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Wallace Community College and Troy University. Anne’s career as a cardiac nurse at Southeast Medical Center was marked by her compassionate care and the countless lives she touched. Her colleagues and patients alike will remember her as a dedicated healthcare professional who went above and beyond to provide comfort and healing.
Anne’s faith was an integral part of her life, and she found spiritual fulfillment attending Piney Grove United Methodist Church. Her church family will remember her as a steadfast and loving presence, always ready to lend a helping hand or offer a kind word.
A simple, southern lady at heart, Anne found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She had a profound love for the outdoors and took great delight in tending to her flowers, which brought beauty to her surroundings and joy to those who witnessed her garden. Anne’s love for her grandchildren was boundless, and she cherished every moment spent with them, leaving behind a treasure trove of memories that they will carry with them always.
Anne was preceded in death by her beloved spouse, David M. Jernigan, who shared her life’s journey until his passing. She was also predeceased by her parents, William and Joan Bryant, who loving called her “Red” and her brother, Michael Bryant, who have now welcomed her into eternal peace.
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