Mrs. Syble Hinkle Hayes, age 97, of Dothan, Alabama passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, May 16, 2026 surrounded by her family.
Syble is survived by her daughter, Peggy Hayes Lovelady; her grandson, Russell Hayes Lovelady; numerous nieces and nephews and very special friends, Carina and Don Rummell.
Syble was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Clyde E. Hayes; her parents, Harlis Hinkle and Dessie McClintock Hinkle; her brother, Winfred James Hinkle; and her sister, Melba Hinkle Alexander.
Syble was laid to rest beside her husband on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at Forest Hill Cemetery in Birmingham, Alabama.
Annie Butler, born on January 14, 1944, in Macon, Georgia, passed away on May 26, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was centered around her family and caring for those she loved.
Annie spent her early years in Macon, Georgia, and later lived in Sebring, Florida and Arcadia, Florida, where she worked for Alert Plumbing as a telephone operator. In recent years, she resided in Ashford, Alabama. She was known for her kind heart, dependable nature, and strong work ethic.
On September 16, 1989, Annie married Thomas Butler, and together they shared 37 years of marriage built on love, companionship, and commitment.
She was preceded in death by her stepdaughter, Trisha Lin Butler; her brother, Charlie Mason; and her sister, Maddie Bell Parramore.
Annie is survived by her husband, Thomas Butler; her sons, Allen Turner and his wife Carol, and Thomas E. Butler and his wife Ronda; her brother, Roy Mason; her grandchildren, Rylee Butler, Payton Baker and her husband Robert, and Jesse Blanks; and her great-grandchildren, Brantlee Baker and Olivia Baker.
Annie loved the Lord and her family deeply and treasured the time she spent with each of them. She will be remembered for her caring spirit, quiet strength, and the love she shared throughout her life. Her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
A graveside service to celebrate Annie’s life will be held at 10:30am on Friday, June 12, 2026 at Crestlawn Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Charles Goldsmith officiating.
Remember Me
Remember me when flowers bloom
Early in the spring
Remember me on sunny days
In the fun that summer brings.
Remember me in the fall
As you walk through the leaves of gold
And in the wintertime – remember me
In the stories that are told.
But most of all remember
Each day – right from the start
I will be forever near
For I live within your heart.
Sunset Memorial Park Funeral Home and Crematory, 1700 Barrington Rd, Midland City, AL 36350 (334-983-6604)
Hershel Edgar Harper, age 66, of Dothan, Alabama, peacefully passed away on May 26, 2026, at Southeast Health.
A service to celebrate the extraordinary life of Hershel will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in the chapel of Sorrells Funeral Home in Slocomb with Pastor Billy Fortune officiating. Interment will follow in the Gardens of memory Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.
Born on March 15, 1960, in Dothan, he was the beloved son of the late Bonford Barney Harper and Kathryn Frances Peterson Harper.
Hershel was a devoted father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who cherished his family above all else. He honorably served his country in the United States Marine Corps and later dedicated many years to working offshore in the oil and gas industry. A passionate hunter and fisherman, Hershel treasured the outdoors and enjoyed sharing these passions with family and friends. Known for his remarkable skills in motors and mechanics, he had the ability to fix almost anything and was always ready to lend a helping hand. He was also a loyal Alabama Crimson Tide fan, seldom missing a game and always enthusiastically cheering “Roll Tide!” Hershel’s greatest joy came from spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-granddaughter. Whether in the woods, on the water, working on engines, or supporting Alabama football, he lived life on his own terms and created countless cherished memories.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Raymond Harper and Ladon Harper; his sister, Betty Jean Kennedy; his former wife of 36 years and mother of his children, Janet Turner Harper.
Hershel is lovingly survived by his son, Joshua Harper and wife Crystal of Florala; his son, Jeremy Harper and wife Jessica of Slocomb; and his daughter, Nicole Boylston and husband Brian of Elba. He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren: Breanna Harper and fiancé Taloray Costello; Branson Harper; Jackson Boylston; Braxton Harper; Ryland Boylston; Kyleigh Boylston; Dillon Harper; and Colton Harper; as well as his beloved great-granddaughter, Luna Costello; a brother, Nathan Harper and wife Patricia and sister Nadine Bedsole. Hershel’s family includes his adopted son, Andrew Knight, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who will forever hold his memory close.
The family expresses profound gratitude to the nurses and staff on the 3rd Floor of Southeast Health for the exceptional care, kindness, and compassion shown to Hershel and his loved ones during his final days. Your dedication and support will always be remembered.
Roll Tide, Dad. Until we meet again.
❤️🐘🏈
Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb
(334) 886-7777, is in charge of arrangements. “Because We Care … Is Making A Difference”
Mrs. MarkAnn (Freeman) Stanford, 74, a resident of Dothan, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Extendicare.
A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.
Mrs. MarkAnn was born July 10, 1951, in Bainbridge, Georgia to the late Judson Lee & Mary Tomlinson Freeman. As a young girl, her family moved to Houston County and was later a graduate of Dothan High School. Following high school, she attended The University of Alabama where she earned her bachelor’s degree in education and completed her master’s degree from Troy University of Dothan. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church of Dothan. MarkAnn will be remembered for her deep faith, loving spirit, and servant’s heart. She modeled care and compassion for her children and considered her greatest accomplishment to be giving them a strong Christian foundation. An avid reader and constant encourager, she loved her children and grandchildren deeply. Her legacy of faith, kindness, and love will live on through all who knew her.
She is preceded in death by her parents; and her sister, Mary Jan Freeman.
She is survived by her three children, Neal Stanford (Tami) of Dothan, Jenny Williams (John) of Phenix City, and Jami Sims (Brad) of Oregon; her 12 grandchildren, Judson Stanford, Mary Grace Stanford, Abigail Renteria (Alvin), Caroline Mateos (Jerry), Madelyn Parsons, James Sims, Sydney Wardwell (Scott); Riley, Sara Joy Grove (Logan), Bo Sims, Carrie Sims, and Joel Sims; five great-grandchildren, Westin Glidewell, Sophia Mateos, Ezequiel Renteria, Simon Renteria, and Noah Wardwell; cousins Diane Vaughn, Julie McWaters, Steve Tomlinson, and Mark Paul Freeman.
The family would like to express their gratitude and appreciation to the nurses and staff of Extendicare & Gentiva Hospice for the love and care shown to their loved one during this very difficult time.
Glover Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888.
Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
PANAMA CITY, FLORIDA…Mr. Adam Williams, a resident of Panama City, Florida (formerly of Ariton), died Tuesday evening, May 26, 2026, as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident in Panama City. He was 44.
A complete obituary with a list of survivors will be announced later by Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
BROWN’S CROSSROADS COMMUNITY…Mrs. Anita Faye Willis Gunter, a resident of the Brown’s Crossroads Community, near Ozark, died early Tuesday morning, May 26, 2026, at her home. She was 81.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, May 29, 2026, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain Charles Goldsmith officiating. Burial will follow in the Ewell Cemetery. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.
Mrs. Gunter, the daughter of the late Jeff Z. Willis and Ethel V. Caraway Willis, was born and raised near Ozark. She first began her schooling at Echo Elementary. She carried the values of her upbringing—kindness, humility, and a deep love for family—throughout her entire life.
After high school, she married her best friend, H.G. Gunter in 1960. From the very beginning, their love was steady and sure. They built a life together that was full of devotion, laughter, and quiet moments that meant everything. There was nothing he wouldn’t do for her, and she loved him with her whole heart. Their marriage, which lasted nearly sixty years, was a true example of commitment and partnership. He preceded her in death, but their bond remained unbroken.
Over the years, Mrs. Gunter worked at Rose’s in Ozark and later helped run a secondhand retail store alongside her husband for a decade. She took pride in her work, but even more so in the people she met and the relationships she formed along the way.
She had a gift for finding joy in the simple things. She loved decorating, shopping, visiting with family and friends, reading, and keeping up with her bookwork. She had a thoughtful and generous spirit, always considering the needs of others before her own. Even when life brought challenges, she faced them with grace and a quiet strength that inspired those around her.
Mrs. Gunter will be remembered as a down‑to‑earth, kindhearted woman who made people feel welcome and cared for. Her love for her family and friends was one of her greatest qualities, and she showed it in countless small but meaningful ways.
In addition to her parents and her beloved husband, she was preceded in death by four brothers: Jerome Willis, Sam Willis, Bud Willis, and Lomax Willis. She now joins them in peaceful rest.
Surviving relatives include her son, Gregory Guice Gunter, Brown’s Crossroads Community; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
