WEBB, ALABAMA. . .Rosalee Roark Fraze, a resident of Webb, Alabama, passed away late Saturday night, March 22, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her three children. She was 75.
There are no memorial or funeral services planned at this time. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
Rosalee Fraze was born in Letcher County, Kentucky and was raised in Ingram Creek, Kentucky, daughter of the late Henry Roark and Gemela Caudill Roark. She and her late husband moved around the U.S. extensively with their three children before moving to Webb in 1998. Rosalee loved her family fiercely and was the O.G. Mama Bear. She enjoyed gardening mostly flowers and plants. Rosalee loved to watch all of her little birds outside and her two little squirrels, Winston and Ruby. She also enjoyed baking and cooking for her family. She leaves behind a lifetime of inside jokes, her love for all things Christmas, bossing her children around, her wicked sense of humor, and a legacy of love that knew no boundaries. Darian, Emily, and Lindsey were proof that her love had no boundaries. To say they had a special bond was an understatement. They were and will forever be “Grandmother’s Girls”. Rosalee was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert E. Fraze, a sister, Erma McGowan and two brothers, Henry Junior Roark and Charles Roark.
Surviving relatives include two daughters, Jenny Bell and Jodie Fraze, both of Ashford; a son, Jason E. Fraze (Tifany), Webb, AL; a sister, Mary Sue Hicks, Florence, AL; grandchildren, Darian Bell, Emily Ellis and Lindsey Ellis; several nieces and nephews; and three step-grandchildren.
The family would like to express their appreciation to SouthernCare Hospice including Caneisha, Joann, Cherry and Esther and a special thank you to Rosa, for the loving care and kindness shown to Rosalee during her illness. Also a special thank you to Ashley Murdock who made Rosalee’s life much easier the last five years and loved her like family.
HOLMAN-HEADLAND MORTUARY & CREMATIONS IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Phone 334-693-3371. You may sign a guest register at www.holmanmortuaries.com. This establishment does not own a crematory.
Mr. Major Quenton Dunlap, a resident of Ozark, passed away Friday, March 21, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 78 years old.
Funeral services for Mr. Dunlap will be 11:00 A.M. Monday, March 24, 2025, from Mabson United Methodist Church with Reverend Bill Messer officiating. Interment will follow in Mabson Cemetery, Holman Funeral Home of Ozark directing.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home in Ozark Sunday from 3:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M.
Mr. Dunlap was born July 11, 1946 in Pahokee, Florida to the late Harry Thomas Dunlap and Evie Mae Floyd Dunlap. He attended school in Belle Glade, Florida and graduated from Perry High School in Perry, Georgia. He was a member of Mabson United Methodist Church. Major was a farmer at heart but worked with farm equipment sales and in the peanut processing industry for many years. He married Patricia Gunn Dunlap in 1965. Major liked to fish, hunt, cut firewood and especially loved to work with metal creating many useful items such as grills and cooking utensils. He loved to sing and had a strong voice from singing on the tractor.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, John Thomas Dunlap. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Patricia Gunn Dunlap of Ozark; his children, Major Q. Dunlap, Jr. (Patrick) of Mobile and K D Byrd (Scott) of New Hope; grandchildren, Thaddeus Andrew Dunlap (Brooke) of Ozark, Anna Kate Perdue and Anna Beth Byrd of New Hope; great grandchildren, Lakyn Dunlap and Judson Dunlap; two sisters, Kandie Cole (Ralph) of Ocala, Florida and Harriet Brooks (Chris) of Macon, Georgia. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made in his memory to the Mary Hill Foundation, 204 Katherine Avenue, Ozark, Alabama 36360.
Emily Wilkinson, age 67 of Skipperville, Alabama passed away March 20, 2025, in a Dothan hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, March 24th at Calvary Assembly of God Church in Clio. The family will receive friends from 11:30 a.m., on Monday until the time for the services. Rev. Randy Adams and Rev. Russell Hagler will officiate. Special music will be provided Meredith Waddell and Beverly Danford. Interment will follow in the Pea River Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Russell Oakes, Stan Adams, Andy Littlefield, Trevor Littlefield, Johnny Godbold, Keith Jones, Alan Turner and Jay Fenn.
Left to cherish her memory, loving husband of 47 years, Larry Wilkinson; daughter, Whitney Sutton (Chris) of Skipperville; grandchildren, Paisley Sutton and Macie Kate Sutton; nephew, Keith Jones (Marcy) of Dothan, AL. Emily was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene Shehane and Billie Holt Baxter Shehane and her sister, Linda.
A 1976 graduate of Barbour County High School, Emily received a master’s degree in elementary education from Troy University. She began her teaching career at Clio Elementary School, and continued as the school combined with Louisville Elementary School, and later as Barbour County Intermediate School.
After retirement she continued teaching part time at G.W. Long School, Dixie Academy, Lakeside School, and Abbeville Christian School. She was a beloved teacher and made a tremendous positive impact on many students through the years.
Mr. James Ray Daughtry of the Bay Springs Community, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 21, 2025. He was 86.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Bay Springs Baptist Church with Rev. Tommy Green officiating, and grandson, Judson Daughtry delivering the eulogy, and Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to service time.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you honor James Ray’s memory with your contribution to the Bay Springs Baptist Church Building Fund or to the Bay Springs Volunteer Fire Department.
Mr. Daughtry was born June 5, 1938, in Houston County to the late Rex and Gladies Harper Daughtry. James Ray was a man of faith and served many years as the music and choir director at Bay Springs Batist Church. He enjoyed music, could play a number of instruments, and sang with the men’s quartet. He was instrumental in establishing the Bay Springs Volunteer Fire Department and drove the tanker truck for many years. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who worked hard all of his life ensuring his family was provided for.
In addition to his parents, a son, James Randy Daughtry; and a brother, Comer Daughtry, all preceded him in death.
Survivors include his loving wife of 66 years, Flora Snell Daughtry; daughter, Jennifer Daughtry Forrester (Keith); grandchildren: Anna Crowley, Judson Daughtry, Michael Crowley, and Ella Forrester; daughter-in-law, Julie Daughtry; sister-in-law, Linda Daughtry; brother-in-law, Dwayne Snell (Gayle); other extended family and friends.
MIDLAND CITY… John Cidney Landreau, a resident of Midland City, Alabama, passed away Friday afternoon, March 21, 2025, at his home. He was 82.
Memorial services will be held 6:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Wright Funeral Home & Crematory Chapel with Pastor Evan Kohen and Reverend Charles Goldsmith officiating. A eulogy will be given by his cousin, Jimmy Landreau. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 6:00 P.M. prior to the service. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Landreau was born in Hatchechubbee, Alabama to the late Elbert Cidney Landreau and Mary Etta Sanders Landreau. He was a graduate of Russell County High School. He was employed as a laborer and logger all his life. He has lived in the Wiregrass area for thirty-four years.
Mr. John was known for his unwavering love for New York Yankees baseball and Alabama football. These two teams were his constants, and he always found time to cheer them on. His heart loved the roar of the crowd of Yankees games and the triumphs of Alabama’s football team.
When he wasn’t watching a game, you could find him outdoors, enjoying the simple pleasures of life. His love for fishing and hunting were second only to his devotion to his dogs, who were always by his side. The bond he shared with his pets was one of true companionship, as they joined him on many of his outdoor adventures.
But beyond his love for sports and nature, Mr. John had a deep affection for his family. His greatest pride and joy were working tirelessly to support and care for his loved ones. He understood the value of hard work and instilled this same dedication in his family, always striving to provide for them, no matter the challenges life presented.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a sister, Bertha Landreau Johnston; five brothers, Wilber Preston Landreau, Elbert Glen Landreau, Clarence Eugene Landreau, Raymond Luther Landreau, and Herman David Landreau.
Surviving relatives include his wife, Carol Landreau; his son, Kelly Landreau (Laci); his step-son, Kevin Suggs of Cullman; his two grandchildren, Audri Landreau and Aftin Landreau; his special cousin, Jimmy Landreau; his nephews, Scott Landreau and Page Landreau; his niece, Susan Landreau; and his many other loving family members and friends.
Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Austin Hill, Blake Walden, Bryan Peters, Chris Mason, David Dozier, Heath Morehead, and Ryan Hammond.
Gary Jones, of Enterprise, AL, passed away, Friday, March 21, 2025 at his home. He was 85.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, March 24, 2025 at Searcy Funeral Home Chapel, Enterprise, AL with Pastor Johnny Bryant, and Pastor Joey Turman officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until service time.
Mr. Gary loved fishing, listening to music, and working with electronics. He treasured time with his family, enjoyed reading, and was a devoted Alabama football fan. Always tinkering, he found joy in learning and creating. He will be remembered for his love of life, family, and his many passions.
Gary was preceded in death by his daughter, Carla Jones; parents, Harry and Mrytle Jones; sister, Shirley Moore; brother, Wayne Jones; and, brothers-in-law, Jim York, and Don Moore.
Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Christine Jones, Enterprise, AL; daughter, Tana Warren (Matt), Enterprise, AL; 4 grandchildren, Sierra Rice (Mitchell), Enterprise, AL, Parker Warren (McKenzie), Troy, AL, Mattison Warren, Enterprise, AL, Taylor Warren (Kobe Williams), Enterprise, AL; 2 great-grandchildren, Bella, and Braxton; sister, Martha York, Chancellor, AL.
You may sign the register book or send condolences to the family at our website: www.searcyfuneralhome.com.
