Billy Easterling age 81 of Dothan passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025 peacefully at his home with his loving wife, Betty by his side.
Billy was born March 27, 1943 in Alabama and lived in the Wiregrass area the last 42 years. He was enlisted in the National Guard and worked as an Inspector for the City of Dothan. He enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, tending his rose bushes, watching Alabama Football and Atlanta Braves.
Leaving to cherish his memory, his devoted wife of 60 years, Betty Mills Easterling of Dothan; loving son Corley Easterling of Atlanta, Georgia; one brother Willie Jordan.
The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of Gentiva Hospice for their kindness and exceptional care.
Amber Leigh Hagler Ryals, a resident of Clio, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Southeast Health in Dothan. She was 32 years old.
Funeral services will be held Monday, March 10, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Anderson Baptist Church in Clio, Alabama with Bro. John Anthony Peters officiating and Glover Funeral Home directing. The burial will follow in the church cemetery. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Flowers will be accepted, or donations can be made to the Anderson Church Cemetery fund: Attn: Gloria Peters-74 Anderson Church Road Clio, Alabama 36017.
Amber was born on December 11, 1992, in Ozark, Alabama to James Robert, Jr. and Sabrina Z. Wilkinson Hagler. She was a graduate of Covenant Christian Home School, and she enjoyed arranging flowers, genealogy, yard work, especially upkeeping cemeteries, and spending time at the creek. Her favorite time of year was Christmas, and she loved decorating. She attended Anderson Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Larry Wayne Ryals; maternal grandfather, Joe Junior Wilkinson; maternal great-grandparents, Rev. Spurgeon and Barbara Baker.
Survivors include her parents; son, James Tanner Wood; brother, Matthew Robert Hagler; maternal grandmother, Betty Sue Wilkinson; paternal grandparents, James Robert “Rip” and Jackie Hagler; two aunts, Kimberly Wynn and Laura Harbin; two uncles, Randy Wilkinson (Angela) and John Hagler (Kristie).
Asked to serve as pallbearers are Matthew Hagler, John Hagler, Jonathon Helms, Allen Helms, Randy Wilkinson, Tanner Wood, and Robert Hagler.
Food will be accepted at the church and lunch will follow the services.
Glover Funeral Home of Clayton was entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 775-3403. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Mrs. Nancy Ann Sallans of Slocomb went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, February 21, 2025, at her home. She was 73.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at the First United Methodist Church of Slocomb with Dr. Joe Bush officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorial contributions be made to the Slocomb Senior Center, PO Box 1147, Slocomb, AL 36375.
Nancy was born on June 8, 1951 in Nebraska City, NE to the late Robert and Evelyn Damme Hope. She earned her Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Development from Kearney State College. She began teaching 2nd grade at Dodge School in Grand Island, NE and taught for more than 33 years. Nancy and Dale were married on October 7, 1977, and they spent over 47 wonderful years together. Nancy touched many lives through her teaching, quilting, friendships in church, and at the Senior Citizens Center in Slocomb. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who will be missed by all who knew her.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers: Gordon, Jon, and Alan.
Those left to mourn her passing are her husband, Dale Sallans of Slocomb; daughter, Jessica Peterson (Casey) of Ozark, son Nathaniel Sallans (Bethel Marie) of Tallahassee, FL; grandchildren: Breanna Rivera (Kevin) of Ft. Hood TX, Clark Peterson of Huntsville, and Archer Peterson of Ozark; uncle, Raymond Damme of Nebraska City, NE; and nieces, nephews, and other extended family and friends.
Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb
is in charge of arrangements.
“Because We Care … Is Making A Difference” To sign a guest register, please visit www.sorrellsfuneral.com.
Wilmer Floyd Bridges, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. He was 69 years old. There will be a family service held later.
Mr. Bridges was born on July 5, 1955, to the late Wilmer Floyd Bridges, Sr. and Lillian Brackin Barnett. He worked several years as a manager in the cable industry. He also served his country in the United States Marine Corps.
Mr. Bridges is survived by many cousins, extended family and friends who all loved him dearly.
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
Mr. Michael R. Jay of Opp, Alabama passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Southeast Health. He was 57.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 7, 2025, in the chapel of Sorrells Funeral Home in Slocomb with Rev. Tim Simmons officiating. Interment will follow in the Wicksburg Assembly of God Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to service time.
In lieu of flowers, you may honor Mike’s memory with your contribution to his family.
Mike was born on March 8, 1967, in Alexandria, Virginia to Judith Ross Jay and the late Col. James W. Jay. Following his graduation from Wicksburg High School, he joined the United States Marine Corps and was very proud of his military service. After his enlistment, Mike started his own painting business and had a sterling reputation as a businessman, was known for his honesty, and his word was his bond.
Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Lundy Jay, Opp; mother, Judi Jay, Wicksburg; children: Tiffany Jay McCulligh (Patrick), Florala, and Josh Jay (Stacey), Opp; six grandchildren; siblings: Cynthia Jay Hatcher, and Kennth G. Jay (Regina); and other extended family and friends.
Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb
(334) 886-7777, is in charge of arrangements. “Because We Care … Is Making A Difference”
Martha Strickland White of Samson, AL passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 78 years old.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 10, 2025 in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva with Rev. Jimmy Simpler and Rev. Phillip Barnes 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 on Monday, beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Martha was born on October 18, 1946 in Geneva Co., AL to the late James Marvin and Mary Wise Strickland. She was an exceptional southern cook and was devoted to caring for her family and friends. Martha devoted her life to being a nurturer and care giver to many. Her calling in life was loving others more than herself and seeing their needs were met. She loved to spend time with her children and grandchildren, especially attending all of their sporting events and competitions. She was always up for a road trip with the family. She was an avid Alabama Crimson Tide fan. Martha was a lifelong member of Reese Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Justin White; daughter-in-law, Jennifer Jordan White; six siblings, Merlion Simpler, Hilda Aplin, Reba Gillman, Franklin Strickland, Roger Strickland and Shelby Simmons.
Martha is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 59 years, Robert S. White of Samson, AL; three children, Dennis White (Jennifer) of Birmingham, AL, Jenise Bowdoin (Gabe) of Geneva, AL and James White (Leah) of Geneva, AL; nine grandchildren, Mason White (Gracie), Sarah White, Bailey Gillespie, Gwen White, Carson White, Cort Bowdoin, Gabby Bowdoin, Pyper White and Brie Bowdoin; two sisters, Frances Strickland Martin and Diann Thomas (John Bell), all of Geneva, AL and a number of special nieces and nephews.
The family would like to extend a special “Thank You” to Gentiva Hospice for their devoted care of our loved one.
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
Amber Leigh Hagler Ryals, a resident of Clio, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Southeast Health in Dothan. She was 32 years old.
