Mr. Sammie Lee Reaves, age 69, of Dothan, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Troy Health and Rehabilitation.
A Homegoing Celebration will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM at United Christian Fellowship (208 Lafayette Street, Dothan, AL) with Bishop Carl McComb officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 AM at the church.
Repast will follow at United Christian Fellowship.
Mr. Reaves was born on March 7, 1956, in Alabama to the late Ernest Reaves and Louise Smith Reaves. He worked as a metal scrapper for many years and was known for his hard-working spirit. Sammie enjoyed fishing, watching his favorite shows—The Young and the Restless, The Bold and the Beautiful, Forensic Files, and karate movies—and cheering on his beloved Dallas Cowboys.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Timothy Earl Reaves; sister, Arlice Jackson; and daughter, Pamela Reaves.
He leaves to cherish his memory his children: Shanna Reaves, Syniah Allen, and Bre’aja Alle; Grandchildren: India Clemons, Mikayla Dawson, Nakeyla Dawson, and Zachariaha Jackson; Brother Ladon Feggins; Sister Sharon Reaves; Uncle: Mickey Smit; Aunt: Annie Ruth Wilson; Special friend: Penny Lawson; Along with a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Mr. Reaves will be remembered for his kind heart, love for family, and his unique sense of humor. His legacy lives on in the many lives he touched.
Billy Todd Caudill of Dothan passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the age of 60.
A Celebration of Life for Billy Todd will be held at 1 P.M. Friday, July 25, 2025 at Ward Wilson Funeral Home.
Billy Todd worked with his father in construction off and on over the years, but most of his life he was a long distant truck driver.
He is preceded in death by his father Billy Ollie Caudill who died in 2022.
He is survived by two half- brothers, Christopher and Donald Caudill and his step-mother, Terry Caudill who was married to Billy Todd’s dad for 54 years, and many other family members. Billy Todd lived with them off and on over the years, but could never leave Dothan and his beloved mother.
He was loved by so many friends and family, especially by his best friend, Billy Sedor aka “Poppy”, but also by all of his friends at Jay’s Landing.
Billy Todd will be missed but his memory will continue through the lives of his family and friends.
Ruby Lee (Tedder) Morrison, 90, a resident of Cottonwood, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at her residence following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Glover Funeral Home with DJ Rollan officiating. Burial will follow at Memory Hill Cemetery with Glover Funeral Home of Dothan directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 until 1:45 p.m., prior to the service.
Flowers will be accepted, or memorial contributions may be made to, Calvary Baptist Church (Cottonwood), 267 Metcalf Street Cottonwood, AL 36320.
Ruby was born January 20, 1935, in Cottonwood to the late Roy Lee & Mary Naomi Sanders Tedder. She attended Cottonwood School in her early years and worked as a School Bus Driver and Teacher’s Aide at Cottonwood High School. Ruby later worked in sales at Grace’s Fad & Fashion for 14 years. Outside of work, she was an active bowling league member for many years. Ruby was a long-time member of Calvary Baptist Church in Cottonwood.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donnell Morrison; her three sisters, Alice Fowler, Diane Tedder, and Mary Evelyn Tedder; and her brother, Terry Tedder.
She is survived by her two sons, Donald Morrison (Lorrie) of Dothan, and Randy Morrison (Tasha) of Cottonwood; her three grandchildren, Kane Morrison (Nicole) of Buena Vista, GA, Kendall Thornton (Doug) of Dothan, and Erica Chailland (Jordan) of Doniphan, MO; her seven great-grandchildren, Landon Morrison, Reagan Morrison, Will Thornton, Sam Thornton, Kassie Chailland, Ellie Chailland, and McKenzie Chailland; her two sisters, Faye Battles of Cottonwood, and Sylvia Fischer of Enterprise; and several nieces and nephews.
Serving as pallbearers will be Kane Morrison, Landon Morrison, Doug Thornton, Will Thornton, Wayne Jenkins, and Jimmy McCall.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Diane Clara Wiliams, a resident of Dothan, died Monday, July 21, 2025 at Southeast Health Medical Center. She was 89.
Visitation for family and friends will be held from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at Southern Heritage Funeral Home.
Diane was born December 7, 1935 in Kingston, New York and lived there the early years of her life and was an aspiring Opera singer. She moved to Virginia in 1967 where she started working for a law firm where she later retired. Diane moved to Dothan in 2023 where she lived the remainder of her life.
Survivors include her husband, David Williams; daughters, Leslie Kingrey (Barry), Lisa Ryan, Tracy Ryan, Jennifer Coppolla (Tony), Heather Williams and Sara O’Neal; son, Thomas Ryan; fourteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Patricia Effie Segers, known to many as “Pat,” passed away on July 14, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 70. She was born on December 7, 1954, in Covington County, Alabama.
Pat graduated from Dothan High School and went on to earn her degree from Troy University. She spent more than 20 years working as a lab technician at Flowers Hospital and Southeast Alabama Medical Center. Known for her attention to detail and steady work ethic, she was respected by both her colleagues and the patients she served.
Outside of work, Pat lived a quiet life. She enjoyed browsing local stores, spending time at home, and caring for her beloved dog, Piper. She also appreciated the peace of the beach and had fond memories of her time living in Florala.
Pat was preceded in death by her parents, James Edward and Annie Merle Jackson Segers, and her brother, Danny Segers. She is survived by her aunt, Joyce Holman; her cousin, Tanya Holman; her nephew, Daniel Preston Segers (Amber); and a circle of friends who will remember her with respect and affection.
Pat will be remembered for her steady presence, her loyalty to those she cared about, and the quiet dignity with which she lived her life.
Susan Carol Summers, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on July 20, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 77. Born in Montgomery, Alabama, on December 30, 1947, Susan’s life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and the joy she found in her family and faith.
Susan’s early years in Dothan laid the foundation for a life filled with love, laughter, and sports. She carried her passion for athletics throughout her life, often found umpiring or keeping score at various sporting events, her presence a constant encouragement to players and fans alike. Susan’s spirited personality and generous heart made her the matriarch everyone turned to, earning her the affectionate nickname “Grandma Susan or Ms. Susan” among her loved ones.
After obtaining her Associates Degree, Susan’s professional life was as dynamic as her personality. Her colleagues fondly remember her for always keeping everyone straight with her spunky attitude. But it was her role as a devoted mother and grandmother that truly defined her. Susan was the epitome of a loving, faith-filled, and generous soul, qualities that radiated in her every action.
Susan was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Larry David Summers. She leaves behind a legacy of love and strength in her children, Brandi (Jeff) Grantham, Britt (Kelly) Speigner, stepdaughter Tina Summers, and her “adopted daughter”, Stephanie Bowman. Her grandchildren, Taylor (Josh) Fleming, Hannah Mock, Reagan Mock, Brandi (Jonathan) Givens, Ryan (Abigail) Grantham, Jacob (Devyn) Grantham, Jackson (Morgan) Grantham, Tyler (Julia) Grantham, and Morgan Sean Austin, will forever cherish the precious moments spent with their grandmother. Susan was also blessed with great-grandchildren, Emma Grantham, Jasper Grantham, Juniper Grantham, Landon Givens, Lucas Givens, Kaleigh Givens, Karleigh Givens, Kenzleigh Givens, Brooks Fleming, Ridge Fleming, and the soon-to-be-born Axel Grantham, all of whom brought immense joy to her later years.
Susan’s sister, Cathy Hall Kirkland, along with her niece, Kacee (Jeremy) Sims, will hold dear the memories of her unwavering support and guidance. Her love for her family was matched only by her dedication to her faith. Susan was a faithful member of Cloverdale Baptist Church in Dothan, where she found strength and community.
A lifelong fan of Alabama football and Braves baseball, Susan’s enthusiasm for her teams was infectious. She was known to light up a room with her spirit and cheer on game days, sharing those moments with anyone around her.
Susan’s life was a living example of the Christian virtues she held dear. Her legacy of love, faith, and generosity will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her. As we say farewell to Susan Carol Summers, we celebrate a life beautifully lived and a soul that will forever inspire us to embrace each day with the same love and grace she so effortlessly displayed.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Memory Hill Cemetery with Reverend Alan Bryan officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday evening from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home.
