Alice Wavine Carroll Smith of Leonia, FL passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was 79 years old.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Leonia Baptist Church with Rev. Rodd Jones and Rev. Thomas Ealum, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the church beginning at 10:00 a.m. Flowers will be accepted, or memorial contributions may be made to Leonia Baptist Church Missions Fund.
Alice was born September 23, 1945, in Leonia, FL to the late Dallas Angus and Elouise Gillis Carroll. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed gardening, working in her flowers and plants, cooking for others and baking her famous 13-layer chocolate cake. She truly possessed a servant’s heart in everything she did for others, never putting herself first. She was employed as a beautician for more than 30 years.
Alice is survived by her husband of 59 years, Ronald Lane Smith of Leonia, FL; one daughter, Rhonda Steverson (William) of Graceville, FL; one son, William “Will” Smith (Kim) of Leonia, FL; four grandchildren, Lee Steverson (Tiffany) of Bonifay, FL, Garrett Steverson (Katherine) of Graceville, FL, Rachel Ward Peters (Spenser) of Slocomb, AL and Lane Smith of Leonia, FL; five great grandchildren, Wrenlee Steverson, Silas Steverson, Henry Peters, Hank Peters and Colsen Steverson; four siblings, Dalton Carroll (Brenda) of Leonia, FL, Ouida Davis of Leonia, FL, Cathy Garrett of Glendale, FL and David Carroll (Theresa) of Leonia, FL and four sitters who had become like family, Rosie Eskew, Theresa Haddock, Stella Wilson and Janet Johnson.
Serving as pallbearers will be Heath Carroll, Logan Garrett, Terry Davis, Peter Arnold, Steven Laird, Roger McLaney and Trevor Bell.
Warren~Holloway~Ward Funeral Home (334) 684-9999, is in charge of arrangements. “Continuing The Trust You’ve Placed In Us” To sign a guest register, please visit: www.whwfuneralhome.com
Mrs. Jonella Jessica Whittle of Enterprise Alabama passed peacefully at the age of 73 on Friday July 18, 2025. She leaves behind an everlasting legacy of grace and unconditional love for her family and friends.
Jonella was born on March 22, 1952 in McKees Rocks, PA to the late John and Ann Seroky. Those that were blessed with her love, knew her as a compassionate soul who lived for her family. Jonella was a ray of sunshine, lifting up those around her. She lived life fully and never missed an opportunity to tell you how much she loved you.
She loved music, dancing, and spending time with family. Her faith and devotion to God was the cornerstone of her life. Jonella’s beautiful soul served those around her with compassion, fierce loyalty, and love like no other. She was a friend, a daughter, a sister, a wife, a mother, and her favorite role of all, Grammy to her beautiful grandchildren.
Jonella is preceded in death by her parents John and Ann Seroky, maternal grandparents John and Sophie Drukalski, paternal grandparents Edward and Sophie Seroky, and sisters Mary Seroky and Dee Giessuebel.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at Bottoms Garden Chapel Funeral Home in Hartford. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery under the direction of Shelby Lett of Bottoms Garden Chapel Funera Home. The family will recieve friends beginning at 1:30 p.m. until service time.
She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Mr. Charles Whittle, son Raimey Whittle and his wife Amanda of Dothan, AL, daughter Jessica Whittle of Newton, AL, son Jonathan Whittle and his wife Kayleigh of Hendersonville, TN, sister Elaine Garcia, brother Ron Seroky, many nephews, nieces, beloved friends, and the pride and joy of her life, her grandbabies Noah, Sophia, Nolan, and Jesella Whittle.
Mr. James W. “J.W.” Ray of Coffee Springs, AL passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 91 years old.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home with Rev. Danny Branch officiating. Burial will follow in the Travelers Rest Cemetery in Samson, Alabama with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL directing. The family will receive friends Wednesday morning beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the funeral home.
J.W. was born on September 19, 1933, in Blountstown, FL to the late James William and Callie Stewart Ray. In addition to his parents, Mr. Ray was preceded in death by two wives, Lillie Ray and Blanche Ray; one daughter, Diane Brown; and one grandson, Eric Connell.
He is survived by six children, Shirley Arnold (Bob) of Auburndale, FL, Timothy Ray (Karen) of Virginia, James Branch (Laura) of Williston, FL, Danny Branch (Debbie) of Samson, AL, Debra Connell (Larry) of Coffee Springs, and Jo Kline (Scott) of Winter Haven, FL; numerous special grandchildren and great grandchildren; three brothers, Johnnie Ray (Maggie), Carol Ray, and Wayne Ray (Marie).
Serving as pallbearers will be Danny Branch, Cameron Ray, Chuck Ray, and DeWayne Cushing.
Warren~Holloway~Ward Funeral Home (334) 684-9999, is in charge of arrangements. “Continuing The Trust You’ve Placed In Us” To sign a guest register, please visit: www.whwfuneralhome.com
Dr. Arne Y. Foss, a loving family man and esteemed member of his community, passed away on July 19, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama. His life was one marked by dedication, compassion, curiosity, and strength.
Arne was born on July 30, 1933, on Staten Island, New York, to Norwegian immigrant parents, Arne and Astri Skaardal Foss. Arne’s academic journey began at Cornell University, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology. He was a member of the Air Force ROTC and active participant in the university crew team and the Sigma Nu Fraternity. Following his time at Cornell, Arne joined the US Air Force and proudly served for three years as a jet pilot in Texas, Georgia, Michigan, and Thule, Greenland.
In the early 1960’s, his pursuit of a medical career took him to Emory Medical School in Atlanta, Georgia, where he received his medical degree and subsequently completed a residency in radiology. In 1970, after a year of working for the University of Colorado in Denver, Arne and the family settled in Dothan, Alabama. He was one of only two radiologists in Dothan for years, and after more than 30 years of service, he retired a beloved physician known for his humor, work ethic, and generosity.
Arne met the love of his life, Jan Hinson Foss, on a blind date while a pilot in Georgia, and together they shared 67 years of marriage filled with love and laughter. Arne found one of his greatest joys spending time at Green Pond, his family’s New Jersey lake house, which he considered his favorite place on earth. He loved fishing and hunting, was a sports enthusiast of all kinds, and was happiest when outdoors. His love for seafood knew no bounds. In 1979, he and Jan purchased a beach home on 30-A, where he enjoyed spending time with family and friends for decades. Despite living in Dothan for over 50 years, he never lost his New York accent. Arne’s mischievous humor was routinely a source of joy and laughter for those around him. He was deeply committed to the Dothan Rotary Club, where he received the esteemed Paul Harris Award twice, reflecting his unwavering commitment to community service. Arne’s sensitive and sentimental nature made him a compassionate man, beloved by everyone who had the fortune to cross his path. His generosity, both with his money and time, was boundless, and his curious mind was always eager to learn and explore new things.
Above all, Arne’s love for his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren was paramount. He leaves behind a legacy of love and learning in his children, Arne M. Foss, Ken (Diane) Foss, Karla (Kevin) Reilly, and Erik (Evin) Foss; his twelve grandchildren, Hannah, Brittany, Sara, Tyler, Cameron, Cecilia, Olivia, Michael, Patrick, Maya, Morgaine, and William; and his great-grandchildren, Nora Ingrid Luly and the soon-to-arrive Collins Jan Foss. Arne also leaves behind his beloved furry companion, Pepper.
Arne was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jan Hinson Foss; by his parents, Arne and Astri Skaardal Foss; and by his sisters, Alice Garcia and Judy Stuart. He is survived by his sister, Cathy Gustavsen, and a host of nieces, nephews, friends, and family. In his final years, the compassionate care provided by the team at Joy Keepers, who became like family, will always be cherished by his loved ones.
A celebration of Dr. Arne Foss’s life will be held at 11 am on Monday, July 28, 2025, at First United Methodist Dothan, with Dr. David Saliba officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 10-11 am to share memories and honor the man who’s life touched so many.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate memorial donations be made to Wiregrass Pets Rescue and Adoption or First United Methodist Church in Arne’s memory.
BROWN’S CROSSROADS COMMUNITY…Mrs. Annie Jean McDaniel Davis, a resident of the Brown’s Crossroads Community of Dale County, died late Saturday evening, July 19, 2025, at her home. She was 82.
Funeral services will be held at 5:00 P.M. Friday, July 25, 2025, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor David Lewis officiating. The family will receive friends from 3:00 until 5:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
Mrs. Davis was born and raised in Dale County, and she never strayed far from the place that shaped her. She was the beloved daughter of Henry Delmer McDaniel and Mildred Outlaw McDaniel, whose values and love laid the foundation for the kind of woman she became—steady, devoted, and full of grace.
For forty-six remarkable years, she worked at Phillips Van Heusen in Ozark, where she started as a sewing machine operator and retired as a supervisor. That wasn’t just a job to her—it was a second home, filled with friendships, challenges, and pride in a hard day’s work. She was respected by coworkers for her work ethic and her fairness, and the younger ones looked up to her as someone who always had their back and knew the ropes.
But beyond the walls of her workplace, Mrs. Davis found her true joy in family. She was the kind of mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt who showed up without needing to be asked—whether it was a birthday, a school play, or just a quiet afternoon where someone needed company. Her love came through in small, constant gestures: warm meals, thoughtful phone calls, hand-written notes, and hugs that made everything feel alright again. Her support was unwavering, her presence comforting. She was a member of Bethel Methodist Church.
Mrs. Davis lived a quiet kind of greatness—the kind that doesn’t demand attention but leaves a lasting impact on everyone lucky enough to know her. She was preceded in death by a brother, Ronald Freddie McDaniel.
Surviving relatives include her husband of sixty-four years, Harold C. Davis; daughter, Laurie Davis Wilson (Frankie),all of Brown’s Crossroads Community; son, Harold Christopher Davis (Melanie), Ozark; three brothers, Bobby McDaniel (Margaret), Steve McDaniel (JoAnn), and Mickey McDaniel; grandson, Trey Grammont; two great-grandchildren, Beau Grammont and Will Davis Grammont; several nieces and nephews; special thanks to Neil and Anna McDaniel and Paula Kennedy for their loving care; brother-in-law, Kenneth Davis (Barbara), Midland City; caretaker, Heather Pace.
The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Gentiva Hospice for their loving care and kindness shown to Mrs. Davis and her family during this time.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Callie Sue Monday, a resident of Dothan, died Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Southeast Health Medical Center following a brief illness. She was 85.
Funeral services for Callie Sue will be held at Timbers Drive Church (First Free Will Baptist) at 11 AM Wednesday, July 23, 2025 with Pastor Josh Horton officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Hill cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 AM until 10:45 AM prior to the services at the church.
Callie Sue was born in Browns Crossroads, Alabama to Thomas E. and Audrey Louise Fleming Long. She was raised on a farm in Seminole County, Georgia graduating from Seminole County High School in 1957. She was a member of the basketball team and played the clarinet in the band. She continued her education in Albany, Georgia, and after finishing Business College she started a life-long career in bookkeeping at Albany Air Service. She truly enjoyed her work and all the fascinating people she met traveling through the airport. She would commute to work on the company car and was told she was so short that the car appeared to be driving itself!
Callie Sue met, fell in love with, and married her life-long partner in adventure, Delmer Monday, in 1958. They moved from Georgia to Fort Ord, Monterey Bay, California for the start of Delmer’s military career. Upon completion of that tour, they moved to Dothan, Al. She then worked for Sears & Roebuck until the birth of their baby girl. Callie Sue returned to work with the Alfred Saliba Corporation for many years, then finished out her career at the WASCO Corporation. Our family wants to say a very special thanks to the Alfred Saliba and John Watson families for their love and support.
Callie Sue had many talents that she blessed her family and friends with: a photographic memory of numbers, quick wit, beautiful smile, and best of all, her cooking. Callie Sue shared that she had always been told she was beautiful too. Delmer and Callie Sue enjoyed a large garden together, growing wild black berries, figs and raised livestock to provide the family with very fresh meals. Cooking, canning, baking, and sweet tea – there truly was no end. Callie Sue and Delmer raised three children, instilling the virtues of hard work, truthfulness, and finance management (and never sparing the rod to bring home those values). They entertained family and friends at their home, lake house and beach house, enjoying many great meals and memories. Callie Sue was a long and very proud member of Timbers Drive (First Free Will Baptist Church of Dothan). It cannot be measured how much she loved and cherished God, her church and her church family.
Callie Sue is preceded in death by her husband Delmer Monday, Son Jeffery Alan Monday, and adopted son Randy Mathis. Her parents Tom and Louise Long, Brother Thomas and his wife Jean Long.
She is survived by children Nicholas Mark and Amy Monday, Christina Louise Bell; adopted children Barbra Mathis Taylor, Tim and Penny Stewart; grandchildren Casey and Regan Bell, Shelby and Cris Copley, Mason Monday and Rachel Hilarides, Carly Ethridge, Cole Ethridge; Great-grandchildren Leah, Forrest, Sadie and Caleb Bell, Skylar Copley; Siblings Annie Carol and Howard Jones, Patsy Paulk and Roy Townsend, Catherine and Delwyn Corbitt and Talmadge Long.
