Rhett Beau Battles, infant son of Daniel and Brittany Battles, was born on May 17, 2025, and passed on May 30, 2025. Though his time here was brief, his presence left a lasting imprint on the hearts of those who loved and awaited him.
He leaves behind his loving parents; his big brother, Nash Battles; grandparents, Jill and Chris Melvin, and Carol and Danny Battles; great-grandparents, Willie and Jackie Melvin, Shirley Battles, Sybil Dixon, and Robert and Doris Dixon. Rhett was preceded in passing by his great-grandparents, Helen and Jack Burnam, Margaret Melvin, and Elton Battles, and his cousin, Carson Davis.
He is also lovingly remembered by his aunts and uncles, Nick and Chasity Melvin, and Justin and Holly Battles, along with a host of cousins and great aunts and uncles who mourn his loss and cherish his memory.
Rhett’s short life reminds us of the fragility of time and the strength of love. He will forever remain in the hearts of those who held hopes and dreams for his future.
Rhett’s life, though fleeting, was not without meaning. His days on this earth reminded us all of the preciousness of life and the love that binds a family together. In his innocence, Rhett taught those around him about hope, the fragility of existence, and the importance of cherishing every moment.
A celebration of Rhett’s life will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, June 5, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Home with Pastor Zach Daniels officiating. Rhett will be laid to rest in Sunset Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time.
The family wishes to honor Rhett with a permanent resting place that speaks to their memory. For those who feel moved to give, a memorial contribution toward this tribute may be offered instead of flowers. If you feel led to do so, please contact Sunset Memorial Park at 334-983-6604
ABBEVILLE… Hattie Duppins, a resident of Abbeville, Alabama, passed away early Saturday morning, May 31, 2025, at her home. She was 89.
No services are planned at this time.
Ms. Duppins was born in Abbeville, Alabama to the late Jordan White and Bonnie Bell Lawrence White. She also had lived in Rockville, MD. She attended the Henry County Training School. She was a certified nurse assistant. She was a member of the New Mt. Zion Free Will Baptist Church.
Leaving to cherish her memories are her daughter. Patricia Williams; her sons, James Duppins (Michelle) and Henry White (Brenda); her sister, Mae Ormia Grace; her grandchildren, Krystle, Kyle, and Tiffany; and her great-grandchildren, Makayla, Aniya, and Kelvin.
Tammie Rhodes of Ozark, AL passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2025. She was 62.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 04, 2025 at Woodlawn Cemetery in Ozark, AL. with Rev. Adam Mulliner officiating and Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL directing.
Tammie was born in Monterey, CA on March 23, 1963 to the late David and Patricia Peacock. She devoted much of her life to caring for others, working for many years as a nurse with Community Hospice of Dale Medical Center. She had a special way of making people feel seen, comforted and cared for.
Tammie’s greatest joy was being “Nana” to her grandchildren. She will be remembered for her warm hugs, easy laughter, and the quiet strength and faith she carried.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Roland Samuel Rhodes; one son, Sidney Dyson; her mother, Martha Peacock and two brothers, Paul Jones and Mark Peacock.
Tammie is survived by her son, Dustin Rhodes (Tara) of Samson, AL and four grandchildren, Hayden Dyson, Alex Dyson, Samuel Rhodes and Mallory Rhodes.
Larry James Chesnut, age 81, of Pansey, AL, passed away Saturday evening, May 31, 2025 at Southeast Health Medical Center in Dothan, AL.
The family will hold a private graveside service. You may sign the online guestbook at www.evansskipperfh.com
Mr. Chesnut was born on July 26, 1943 in Dothan, AL to James Willis Chesnut and Mildred Mozelle Merritt Chesnut. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Mr. Chesnut served his country as a Nuclear professional, building and maintaining nuclear power plants to deliver clean energy as part of our national energy security.
He is survived by his children, James Larry Chesnut (Doris), Tony Michael Chesnut (Teresa), and Pamela Michaele Hostinsky (Ron); his grandchildren, James Larry Chesnut, Jr., Joshua General Chesnut (Kristen), Adam James Hostinsky (Kaitlin), Kevin Christopher Hostinsky and Whitney LaFaye Wilson (Eric); his great grandchildren, Aiden Matthew Wilson, Adelynn LaFaye Wilson, Asher Tony Wilson, Saylor Renee Hostinsky, and Emma Grace Hostinsky; his siblings, Terry Chesnut (Dina Joy), Nina Jo Horn (Gene), and Walter Charles Chesnut (Shirley).
Mr. Chesnut preceded in death by his parents, James Willis Chesnut and Mildred Mozelle Merritt Chesnut; and his wife, Emma LaFaye Cannon Chesnut.
In lieu of flowers the family ask memorial contributions be made to Springfield Baptist Church 6677 Hwy 39 Jakin, GA 39861
Evans-Skipper Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.
OZARK…Mrs. Lillie Mae Johnson Beaty, a resident of Ozark, passed away late Saturday evening at the home of her daughter, Sophia in Tuscaloosa. She was 67.
A complete obituary with a list of survivors will be announced later by Fuqua Bankston Funeral of Ozark.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Rebekah Annette Staley of Geneva, AL, a devoted woman of God, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and faithful prayer warrior, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 31, 2025. She was 89.
A Celebration of her life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 05, 2025, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home with Rev. Ricky Hall officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Annette was born on October 03, 1935, living a life marked by grace, strength and unwavering faith. A deep spiritual woman, her life was a testament to the power of prayer. Her daily walk with the Lord touched many lives with her kindness, wisdom and unwavering belief in God’s promises. Psalm 91 was a constant source of strength and comfort to her, and she lived each day under the shelter of the Most High.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert Staley and her cherished grandson, Chris Staley.
Annette is lovingly remembered and survived by her daughter, Debbie Staley Friend and husband, Jerry, her son, Danny Staley and wife, Cindy. She was a proud and devoted grandmother to Amy Williamson-Bowling and husband, Josh, and Travis Maund. Her legacy of love continues through her great grandchildren, Ariel Staley, Tylee Zuckerman and Grace Bowling.
Annette’s presence was a blessing, and her prayers were a covering for her family. Though our hearts are heavy, we take comfort in knowing she now rests in the presence of her Savior.
“Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free. I’m following the path God laid for me”
