Mrs. Evelyn Carnley, 87, of Slocomb, Alabama, passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025, at her residence.
She was born January 2, 1938, in Holmes County, Florida to the late James Franklin and Mattie Keiser Stewart. A beloved mother, grandmother, sister and aunt, Mrs. Evelyn enjoyed family, flowers and fishing. She loved her family very much, making unforgettable memories with them all.
Preceded in death by her beloved husband Hughlon, two sons Roger, Larry and six brothers.
She is survived by seven children, Bruce Carnley, Mary “Sis” Hilty, Daniel Carnley (Debbie), Gloria Barfield (Olen), Jack Carnley, Roy Carnley, Charlotte Benton (Mike), twenty-two grandchildren, fifty-seven great grandchildren, five great great grandchildren, one brother Bobby Stewart, three sisters Carolyn Poyner, Frances Tindel (David), Joyce Stewart, a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
A funeral service will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at the Chapel of James & Lipford Funeral Home with Bro. Stacy Stafford and Olen Barfield officiating. Burial will follow in Pleasant Grove Church Cemetery, Slocomb, Alabama.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday, 10 a.m. until the time of service.
COLUMBIA… Teressa “Terry” Cureton, a resident of Columbia, Alabama, Passed away Monday, April 21, 2025, at a Dothan Hospital. She was 72.
Funeral services will be held 3:00 P.M. Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Haleburg Baptist Church with Pastor Bill Bond officiating. Burial will follow in the Haleburg Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:00 P.M. prior to the service. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
Flowers will be accepted or contributions may be made in Mrs. Cureton’s honor to the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, 6520 North Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309-2132, or www.msfocus.org.
Mrs. Cureton was born in Dothan, Alabama to the late Donald Cauley Sr. and Merle Helms Cauley. She was a 1971 graduate of Dothan High School. She attended Pensacola State College in Pensacola, Florida. She retired from Dothan Warehouse as an office manager. Terry had previously lived in Dothan, Alabama before moving to Columbia, Alabama thirty-three years ago. She was a member of the Haleburg Baptist Church where she was very active in the WMU.
Along with her parents, she was also preceded in death by her sister, Lawanna Tallent.
Leaving to cherish her memories are her husband, Kenneth Cureton, Sr.; her sons, Ken Cureton, Jr. (Jennifer) and Kevin Cureton (Amanda); her brother, Donald Cauley, Jr.; her grandsons, Tucker Cureton, Brandt Cureton, and Grayson Cureton; and her granddaughters, Parker Cureton and Karoline Cureton.
Rosanne Sharp Ridley, age 72, passed away on April 21, 2025, after a courageous battle with ALS. She was born in Bainbridge, Georgia on December 25, 1952, to Jim Quinton and Margaret Kathryn Darley Sharp. Rosanne lived in Bainbridge, Georgia, Tallahassee, Florida, Ashford, Alabama and Dothan, Alabama.
Rosanne was married to the love of her life, Joel Ridley, and they will celebrate their 50th anniversary on April 25, 2025.
She is a 1971 graduate of Dothan High School and attended Wallace Community College. Rosanne was employed at Woodland Pharmacy, East Gate Pharmacy, Southeast Alabama Medical Center and Burt Williams Construction Company.
Rosanne was an avid Florida State Seminoles and Auburn Tigers fan. She loved reading and her many pets. Taco, Sparky, Tabby, Oscar, Laverne and Shirley will certainly miss her.
She is survived by her husband, Joel Ray Ridley; a sister, Barbara Sharp Carpenter (Harry); a brother, David Sharp (Debby), nephews, Brent Carpenter (Amber) and Wesley Carpenter (Aeana); nieces, Jill Sharp and Claire Sharp Globeti (Sam); great nephews, Harrison, Quin and Wells Carpenter; and great nieces, Camille and Lillie Carpenter. Rosanne had three very special longtime friends that were a source of strength and love, especially in the past two years, Sara Jo Adams, Tommie Ann Bush, and Elaine Helms.
A Graveside Service will be held at Memory Hill Cemetery on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. with Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing. Flowers will be accepted or donations can be made to the Wiregrass Humane Society in Rosanne’s memory.
Bailie Martin Welk, a loving mother, daughter, sister, and friend, went to her final resting place on Sunday, April 20, 2025. She was 37.
Bailie was born and raised in Dothan, Alabama to the late Terri Lynn Pipkin and Faron Paul Martin. A country girl at heart, Bailie enjoyed the simple things in life. She loved fishing, chasing sunsets, swinging, being outdoors, art, photography, and animals. Most of all, she loved her kids and loved spending time with them.
She was an employee of Waffle House for 10+ years. She is preceded in death by her mother, Terri Lynn Pipkin; and her grandparents, Reverend Tommy and Louise Martin and Leroy and Nell Rea Adams.
Left to cherish her memories are her children, Kadence and Carter Welk, of Ashford; her father, Faron Martin (Gloria); her step-dad, Glen Pipkin; her sisters, Holli Chesnut (Patrick) and Laurie Duck (Russell), Amy Franklin (Joey), and Melissa Barber (Evan); several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins; numerous friends…all of Dothan; a very special Uncle DeWayne (Cecil) Adams of Hernando Beach, Florida. Bailie also leaves behind a lot of special friends; her two best friends, Amanda McGehee and Nikki Webb, and dear friend Joe. She also loved her customers who she adored so much at Waffle House.
A Celebration of Bailie’s life will be held at 3 PM, Sunday, May 4, 2025 at Faith Tabernacle Community Church with Reverend Ricky Martin officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:30 PM until 3 PM, prior to the service at the church. Casual attire is requested.
Bailie was a light shining bright. May her light never go out.
Hazel Jones Trawick, a lifetime resident of Dothan, passed away on April 21, 2025 at Westside Terrace in Dothan. She was 87 years old.
Hazel was born to the late Bud and Adell Jones on July 6, 1937. Hazel was one of twelve siblings. She was a graduate of Wicksburg High School. Following high school, Hazel began her long-time career as a beautician. A faithful member of Mt. Gilead throughout her life, Hazel’s commitment to her faith was unwavering. She served her church community with the same servant’s heart she showed to her family, always ready to meet the needs of others. Her beautiful alto voice was a beloved addition to the harmonies she sang with her sisters. Hazel was a skilled seamstress and an exceptional cook.
Above all, Hazel was a wonderful mother. Her children and grandchildren knew they were loved unconditionally, and her guidance and support were the cornerstones of their lives. Her servant’s heart was most evident in the way she cared for her family, always putting their needs above her own.
Hazel is survived by her husband of 69 years, William Earl Trawick; three children, Pam Trawick Vinson (Greg) of Dothan, AL, Greg Trawick (Cindy) of Franklin, NC, and Lana Trawick Allen of Dothan, AL; eight grandchildren, Mandi Vinson Carlson (Richard), Marci Vinson Bocanegra (Jesse), Marah Vinson Woods (Justin), Patrick Trawick (Aimee), Garreth Trawick (Emily), Daniel Allen (Emily), Shannon Allen Lusk (James), and Mallory Allen. She was also blessed with 24 great-grandchildren, each of whom brought immense joy and pride into her life.
In addition to her parents, Hazel was preceded in death by her son-in-law Randy Allen.
A celebration of Hazel’s life will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, April 25, 2025 at Mount Gilead Baptist Church with her grandson Patrick Trawick and Brother Danny Williams officiating. She will be laid to rest in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time.
Sunset Memorial Park Funeral Home (334) 983-6604 www.SunsetMemorialPark.com
Herbert Troy Spencer, age 46, passed away on April 15, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama. Born on August 26, 1978, in Newark, New Jersey, Herbert brought light and laughter to those around him throughout his life. Funeral service will be held Thursday, April 24, 2025, 2pm at Fowler Family Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 1pm.
He attended North View High School in Dothan, Alabama. Known for his strong work ethic and friendly demeanor, Herbert worked as a cashier at SunStop, where he greeted customers with warmth and humor that left a lasting impression.
Herbert was deeply devoted to his family. He is lovingly remembered by his son Jaquan Tripp and daughter Keshawnna Spencer. His legacy continues through his grandchildren Jakobi Tripp and Akai Fish. He also leaves behind his father Charles Dunlap; brothers Michael Smith, Trevor Spencer, and William Spencer; and sisters Karen Dunlap, Mellissa Smith, Juanita Flakes, and Jasmine Spencer. A host of nieces, nephews, and cousins also mourn his passing.
He was preceded in death by his mother Annie Spencer and brothers Shawn Spencer and Rashad Spencer.
Herbert will be remembered not only for the love he gave but also for the joy he brought into every room. A legendary jokester with a heart full of compassion, he had an unmatched ability to make others laugh while offering strength during difficult times. Whether watching movies or spending time with family, Herbert found happiness in the simple moments that mattered most.
May Herbert’s memory bring comfort to all who knew him and continue to inspire love and laughter in their hearts.
