Debra Anne Partin, a beacon of kindness and selflessness, passed away on September 5, 2025, following an extended illness. Born in Saginaw, Michigan, on November 16, 1953, to the late Al and Anne Parker Brockett, Debra lived most of her life in Midland City, Alabama, where she graduated from Dale County High School and later from Wallace Community College as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Debra, dedicated her life to the service of others. Her gentle spirit and patient demeanor were her hallmarks, and she was often described as the person who would always be there to support others in difficult times. Debra’s capacity to love was boundless, and she was known to be the first to offer a prayer or a helping hand whenever it was needed.
A devoted mother, Debra’s life was enriched by her children, Shane (Abby) Partin and Angel Bullock, and her cherished grandchildren, Julia Scarpate, Brianna Bullock, and Rachel Partin. Her role as a grandmother was one she held dear, and her adoration for her grandchildren was evident in every smile and embrace she shared with them.
Debra’s love extended to her brothers, Greg (Selena) Brockett, Chris (Danielle) Brockett, Brad (Delena) Brockett, and Brett (Cathy) Brockett, as well as her many nieces and nephews, who will remember her for her unwavering support and boundless affection. Debra was preceded in death by her brother, Alan Wayne Brockett.
Her work as a homemaker and a nurse was a testament to her nurturing nature. Debra’s servant heart found expression in her involvement with various outreach programs and her membership at Harvest Church. She was particularly passionate about her work with Love in Action International Ministries, an organization that was close to her heart due to its commitment to helping those in need.
Debra’s interests were a reflection of her character—patient, kind, and always asking, “How can I help?” She lived her life as a testament to these virtues, and her legacy is one of love, service, and devotion.
A celebration of Debra’s life will be held at 2 pm on Friday, September 19, 2025, at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 1-2 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made in Debra’s honor to Love in Action International Ministries, 279 W. Main Street, Dothan, AL 36301.
Sunset Memorial Park Funeral Home and Crematory, 1700 Barrington Road, Midland City, AL 36350 (334)-983-6604
BIRMINGHAM…Mr. Sam Jones Carroll, III, a resident of Birmingham (formerly of Ozark), died Saturday morning, September 6, 2025, in a Birmingham hospital. He was 76.
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
Mrs. Frances Hatcher, of Hartford, Alabama, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025 in Bonifay Nursing and Rehab Center in Bonifay, Florida. She was 89.
A private family service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to Shiloh Baptist Church, Hartford, Alabama, in Frances Hatcher’s memory.
Mrs. Hatcher was born July 10, 1936 to the late James Short and Effie Beatrice Corbin Hallford in Hartford, Alabama. Frances enjoyed arts and crafts along with gardening. She was a devoted and loving wife for 52 years. Frances was a Godly woman and had an unconditional love for her children and grandchildren. She was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, Rex O. Hatcher, her loving husband; son, Rex Allen Hatcher; two sisters, and four brothers all preceded her in death.
Survivors include a daughter, Kerri Sullivan (Tim); sons: Richie Hatcher (Shirley), Mark Hatcher (Deborah); grandchildren: Donavan Hatcher, Nicholas Hatcher, Brian Thatcher, Crystal Thatcher, Taylor Hatcher, Matt Kirkland, Kade Sullivan, Zachary Sullivan; thirteen great grandchildren; aunt, La Rose Shirley, and numerous extended family and friends.
ABBEVILLE… Robert West Herring, a resident of Abbeville, Alabama, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025, at a Dothan hospital. He was 75.
Graveside services will be held 2:00 P.M. Sunday, September 7, 2025, at Abbeville Memorial Cemetery, with Reverend Joey Hudspeth officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Herring was born in Ft. Gaines, Georgia to the late William Floyd Herring and Jean Cummings Herring. He was a lifelong resident of Abbeville. He was a 1968 graduate of Abbeville High School and attended the University of Alabama. After moving back to Abbeville, Alabama, he owned and operated his own construction company, Herring Construction. He was a member of the New Prospect Primitive Baptist Church.
Along with his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Linda Wood Herring; his son, Hamilton “Hambone” Herring; his sisters, Janice Barnes and Jalane Murphy; and a nephew, Samuel “Buster” Coker.
Leaving to cherish his memories are his daughters, Jessye Walker and Tracy Ellis (Travis); his son, Billy Herring; his sister, Ramona Flanagan; and his grandchildren, Holt Johnson and Sawyer Ellis.
DONALSONVILLE, GA… Sarah L. Haddan, a resident of Donalsonville, Georgia, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025, at the home of her daughter. She was 86.
Graveside services will be held 10:00 A.M. Monday, September 8, 2025, at Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Headland, Alabama. The family will receive following the graveside service. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
Mrs. Haddan was born in Echo, Alabama to the late Comer L. Ammons and Kathleen Watson Ammons. She had previously worked at Wex-Tex. She loved to bake for her family and friends. She loved to sew. She was an animal lover. She was an avid fisherman. She was the matriarch of her family.
Along with her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Cleve Haddan; her son, Wayne Snell; and her sister, Jeanette Outlaw.
Leaving to cherish her memories is her daughters, Clara Enfinger (Stanley) and Carol Mims; her sons, Stanley Snell (Sonja) and Norman Snell (Alicia); her sister, Cheryl Dennis (Tommy); her brother, Earl Ammons; her grandchildren, Brad Barnes (Alexis), Cassie Preavy Hill (Dwight), John Preavy, Tiffany Thweatt (Jason) and Stephen Snell (Jennifer); and her great-grandchildren, Ellie Jackson, Bennett Barnes, Brooks Hill, Taylor Hill, Hope Hill, Winry Thweatt and Aubrey Snell.
