David Meadows passed away peacefully at his home on May 6th, with his beloved son by his side. He was 65 years old.
Funeral services will be held at the Ward Wilson Funeral Home Chapel at 2 PM Saturday, May 10, 2025. The family will receive friends from 1-2 PM in the chapel. Burial will follow in the Memory Hill Cemetery. Serving as Pallbearers Creighton Daughtery, Adrian Jones, Tommy Ferguson, Ricky Enfinger, Carl Womack and Wyatt Bass.
Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions can be made to White Tails Unlimited.
David is preceded in death by his parents, Bobby and Carolyn Meadows, and his brother, Danny Meadows. He leaves behind his loving son Chris Meadows (Michelle), and his two cherished grandsons, Jake and Stetson Meadows.
Born and raised in Dothan, Alabama, David graduated from Dothan High School in 1978. He spent many years working alongside his father in the food brokerage business before dedicating the last decade of his life to managing hunting land in Banks and Blakely.
An avid outdoorsman with an unshakable zest for life, David found joy in nature and in sharing it with others, especially children. He was deeply involved in his community and passionate about conservation. He was a dedicated supporter of the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) and proudly served as President of the Dothan Chapter of Whitetails Unlimited. Nothing brought him greater happiness than seeing a child’s face light up after catching a fish or harvesting their first deer.
Known for his integrity and servant’s heart, David never passed up a chance to help others. Whether raising money for children in need or handing out turkeys during the holidays, he lived a life marked by generosity and kindness. David has so many friends and family across the Tri state that love him. He often said he was the richest man in the world—and though he measured wealth not in dollars but in relationships, those who knew him would agree.
His legacy of love, service, and passion for the outdoors will continue to live on through his family and the many lives he touched. David only ever wished to be remembered as a good man—and without question, he was.
Ward Wilson Funeral Home has been serving the Dothan and surrounding communities since 1935.
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Sheree “Sissy” Fortune Elder, a resident of Clayton, Alabama passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at her residence. She was 61 years old.
Funeral services will be held Friday, May 9, 2025, at 11:00 am in the chapel of Glover Funeral Home in Clayton with Rev. Don Highland and Bro. Eddie Davis officiating. The burial will follow in the Pleasant Plains Baptist Church Cemetery with Glover Funeral Home directing. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Flowers will be accepted.
Sissy was born October 20, 1963, in Eufaula, Alabama to the late Joel D. and Anne McKee Fortune. She loved animals, music, and singing. Sissy was the life of the party and loved to make others laugh and smile. She was loved and will be missed by all of her family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Susan Baker and Betty Baker Braswell; a bonus Mom, that raised her as her own daughter, Linda Trammell.
Left to cherish her loving memories are her bonus Dad, that raised her as his own daughter, James Daniel Trammell; 4 brothers, Don Baker (Nancy), Max Fortune, Randy Fortune (Deborah), and John Fortune (Julie); two sisters, Leda Baker McKemy (Lloyd) and Leisa Fortune Davis; her beloved dog, Hank; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Asked to serve as pallbearers are Don Baker, Max Fortune, Randy Fortune, John Fortune, Shane Dozier, and Scott Dozier.
Glover Funeral Home of Clayton was entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 775-3403. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Christina Marie Trokey Tew, 42, of Memphis, TN, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025.
A graveside service was held for family and friends on April 4, 2025, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Slocomb Alabama.
Christina was born on October 18, 1982, in Dothan Alabama to the late Charline Trokey. In addition to her mother, her grandparents Audrey and Henry Fortune, all preceded her in death.
Survivors include her children: Audrey, Jacob, Layla, Madison, Caroline and Abigail; uncle, Jim Smith (Debbie); aunt, Janet Eslava; along with many other cousins, family and friends.
Christina’s memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Anthony Wayne Shelley of Midland City, Alabama passed away on May 3, 2025, after an extended illness. Anthony was born on June 24, 1962, in Dothan, Alabama. He was 62 years old.
Anthony was preceded in death by his beloved mother Jewell Frances (Folds) Williams, his father Larry L. Shelley, Linda Shelley, his sister Patricia Dianne (Shelley) Walden, and brother-in-law Ronnie Walden.
He was in the Army in the early 80’s and specialized in hawk fire missiles. After his military service he became a cook on an oil rig and continued to spend most of his life in the food industry, especially the Waffle House for many years.
He always enjoyed listening to music and building his music catalog. He was an avid sports fan and especially loved Alabama Football. Roll Tide Tony – we will miss you!
Anthony leaves behind his three daughters, Allison Christine Shelley and Chaz of Perry, GA and her sons Cameron, Conner, Hunter and Keaton. Ida Nicole Milotte of Dublin, GA and her sons Solace and Gideon, and Tasha Graham of Moss Point, MS and her children Lily, Gene, and Emma. He also leaves behind the mother of his children, Lisa Chadwick and Ron of Preston, GA. His three loving brothers, Don Shelley (Kathy), Chris Shelley and Bryan Shelley, all of Dothan, AL, are also left to remember him. He leaves behind his uncle Bobby Folds of Dothan, AL and his Aunt Mary “Bug” (Folds) Yarrington of Chattanooga, TN; nephews Blake (Kristi and Dawson) Walden, Kevin (Kathy and Caleb) Gamble and his children, Katlyn and Caleb; a niece Heather Walden (Brianna); and special friends Alvie and Linda Davis.
A celebration of life memorial will be announced at a later date.
Virginia Irene Lindsey, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama. Born on August 10, 1935, Virginia’s life was a testament to her enduring spirit and the love she shared with those around her.
A celebration of life will be held at 11 AM Saturday, May 17, 2025 at the Trinity Lutheran Church. The family will receive friends from 10-11 AM at the church. A luncheon is to follow services.
She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 15 years, James William Lindsey. Sisters, Mary McCormick and Patricia Davison. She is survived by her children, Winnie Tisdale (Philip), Marty Kocsis (Mark), and Chris Lindsey (Lauri). A brother, Jimmy Bower. Grandchildren, Mathew Tisdale (Amelia), Tucker Tisdale (Brigitte), Lindsey Aldridge (Mitchell), Parker Lindsey, Kristen Ramirez (Matt), James Kocsis, Kendall and Kayley Stevens as well as seven great-grandchildren.
Virginia’s faith was the cornerstone of her life. She was a devoted member of Edgewood Baptist Church in Columbus, Georgia, where she found fellowship and purpose. In her later years, she continued her spiritual journey as a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Dothan, AL where she remained active and engaged in her community. Virginia’s commitment to her faith was evident in her daily life, from her love of reading the Bible to her involvement in her church’s quilting group and Ladies’ luncheon.
Her interests were a reflection of her inner beauty; sewing was not just a hobby but a way for Virginia to create and share with those she loved. Her handmade quilts, crafted with care and prayer, were more than just blankets; they were hugs from Virginia to those she held dear.
Virginia’s life was one of service, to her family, her faith, and her community. Her kind heart and faith-filled soul were the words that best described her, and they were the guiding principles by which she lived every day. Her gentle spirit and unwavering kindness left an indelible mark on the world, and her memory will continue to inspire those who knew her.
As we say goodbye to Virginia Irene Lindsey, we celebrate a life well-lived, full of love, faith, and kindness. Her story does not end with her passing but continues through the lives of those she touched. Virginia’s legacy is one of compassion and devotion, and she will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Sheree “Sissy” Fortune Elder, a resident of Clayton, Alabama passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at her residence. She was 61 years old.
