Ashley Nicole Bryan, of Fort Gaines, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her residence on August 28, 2026. She was 42 years old.
The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date.
Ashley was born on June 18, 1984. She was a graduate of Port St. Joe High School, where she graduated in 2002, and Florida State University, where she graduated in 2006 with a master’s degree in business.
Ashley had a deep love for the outdoors and, most of all, her family. She also adored her fur babies, who brought her great joy and companionship. She will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her parents, Stacey and Rusty Brown, Ernie and Stacy Bryan; her longtime partner, Cody Strickland; her siblings, Britton Brown (Marisa), Clint Brown, Clay Brown (Kayla), Ember Bryan, and Easton Bryan; her grandparents, Voncile Tharpe and the late Charles G. Tharpe, Ernie and Anita Bryan; as well as a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She also leaves behind her loving pets, Hazel Gray, Itty, Lou Sue, and Winnie Tuesday.
~Her journey may have ended, but the love she gave and the memories she created will remain forever~
OZARK…Mrs. Augusta McClendon, a resident of Ozark, died late Saturday morning, August 29, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was 85.
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
DOTHAN… Linda McClendon, a resident of Dothan, Alabama passed away Wednesday evening, August 26, 2026, at Extendicare Health & Rehabilitation. She was 83.
No services are planned at this time.
Mrs. McClendon was born in Headland, Alabama to the late Luther Ward and Lettie Mae Davis Ward. She had previously lived in Daleville, Alabama before moving to Dothan, Alabama about six years ago. She was a member of the Tolbert Baptist Church in Headland, Alabama.
Along with her parents, she preceded in death by her husband, Albert McClendon; and her sister, Anita D. McCoy and her husband, Fred Malcolm McCoy.
Leaving to cherish her memories are her nephews, Rodney McCoy (Pam) of Dothan, AL, and Mike McCoy (Wendy) of Newville, AL; and by her nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Brenda Sue Austin of Samson, AL, passed away at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, August 27, 2026. She was 70 years old.
Brenda was born in Hartford, AL, on May 10, 1956. She attended the Merle Wallace Purvis Center for as long as her health permitted. Brenda always loved going to school and looked forward to spending time there. She also enjoyed going to the beach and visiting the mountains.
Brenda was preceded in death by her stepfather, Carroll Davis.
Brenda is survived by her loving and devoted mother, Juanita Davis; four siblings, Tommy Austin (Lisa), Ronnie Austin, Tammy Richard (Ron), and Donald Austin (Lisa); and several special nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
Carolyn B. Fortson, a proud veteran and a cherished member of the Blackwoods community in Dale County, Alabama, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2026. She was 70 years old.
Born in Springfield, Vermont, on October 10, 1955, Carolyn brought the enduring strength and warmth of her New England roots down south, where she built a life centered around family, friends, hard work, and joyful service.
A dedicated patriot, Carolyn honorably served her country for two years in the United States Army. Following her military service, she channeled her joyful personality, sharp mind, and passion for helping others into a successful career in real estate. For over 30 years, she worked energetically as both a compassionate property manager and a trusted real estate agent, guiding countless local families through the location, selection, and purchase of their forever homes.
Outside of her professional life, Carolyn was happiest when immersed in nature. An avid outdoorswoman, her absolute favorite hobbies were hunting and fishing. She spent decades sharing this passion with the love of her life, tracking whitetail deer through the woods and casting quiet lines by the water.
Carolyn is survived by her devoted husband of 43 years, Tim Fortson, who was her steadfast partner in life and her favorite companion on every hunting and fishing adventure.
Her legacy of love and service lives on through her children: her two sons, Justin Shaw and his wife Tracey, and Clay Fortson and his wife Caitlyn; and her daughter, Jennifer Hamilton and her husband Ted. She was also the incredibly proud grandmother of six grandchildren: Shelby Allen, Jonathan Hamilton, Tyler Shaw, Andrew Allen, Kaitlyn Shaw, and Beau Fortson.
Carolyn’s dedication to her country, her community, and her family leaves behind a lasting legacy. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
The family will hold a Celebration of Life at Greystone Methodist Church on Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 5:00pm – 7:00pm. Burial services will be family only at a later date.
KINSEY. . .William Edward “Ed” Suggs, a resident of Kinsey, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, surrounded by his family, Wednesday night, August 26, 2026, at his home. He was 84,
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, August 31, 2026, in Northside Assembly of God with Pastor Ricky Martin officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. Monday in the church sanctuary. Graveside services, with military honors, will follow in the Shorterville Baptist Church Cemetery. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Northside Assembly of God, 645 Roney Road, Dothan, AL 36303.
Mr. Suggs was born and raised in Eufaula, son of the late Jack Suggs and Atranter Strickland Suggs. He served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. Mr. Suggs lived in various locations while serving in the military and also lived in Clayton before moving to Kinsey. He was formerly employed by American Buildings Company in Eufaula as a Supervisor and Truck Driver. In later years, Mr. Suggs was employed by Boyd Brothers Trucking Company of Clayton. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Edna Crapps, a grandson, Wayne Tye, sisters, Barbara Jean Suggs, Frances Burns and Dorothy Hamilton, and a brother, David Suggs.
Surviving relatives include his wife, Mary Tye Suggs; a son, Greg Suggs (Kim), Phoenix, AZ; a daughter, Dorothy Ruth Tye, Hartford; a step-son, Jason McSwain (Melissa), Kinsey; a brother, Johnny Suggs (Olga), Eufaula; grandchildren, Josh Tye (Carrie), Greg Suggs (April), Christopher Suggs (Alisha), Jake Suggs (Meagan), Sean Suggs (Julie Woods), Angel Carter (Roy), Crystal Brown, Cliff Crapps (Mallory), Breana Ingalls (John); nineteen great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and extended family members.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Josh Tye, Greg Suggs, Sean Suggs, Jason McSwain, Matthew Monday and Marcus Tye.
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.
KINSEY. . .William Edward “Ed” Suggs, a resident of Kinsey, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, surrounded by his family, Wednesday night, August 26, 2026, at his home. He was 84,
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, August 31, 2026, in Northside Assembly of God with Pastor Ricky Martin officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. Monday in the church sanctuary. Graveside services, with military honors, will follow in the Shorterville Baptist Church Cemetery. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Northside Assembly of God, 645 Roney Road, Dothan, AL 36303.
Mr. Suggs was born and raised in Eufaula, son of the late Jack Suggs and Atranter Strickland Suggs. He served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. Mr. Suggs lived in various locations while serving in the military and also lived in Clayton before moving to Kinsey. He was formerly employed by American Buildings Company in Eufaula as a Supervisor and Truck Driver. In later years, Mr. Suggs was employed by Boyd Brothers Trucking Company of Clayton. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Edna Crapps, a grandson, Wayne Tye, sisters, Barbara Jean Suggs, Frances Burns and Dorothy Hamilton, and a brother, David Suggs.
Surviving relatives include his wife, Mary Tye Suggs; a son, Greg Suggs (Kim), Phoenix, AZ; a daughter, Dorothy Ruth Tye, Hartford; a step-son, Jason McSwain (Melissa), Kinsey; a brother, Johnny Suggs (Olga), Eufaula; grandchildren, Josh Tye (Carrie), Greg Suggs (April), Christopher Suggs (Alisha), Jake Suggs (Meagan), Sean Suggs (Julie Woods), Angel Carter (Roy), Crystal Brown, Cliff Crapps (Mallory), Breana Ingalls (John); nineteen great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and extended family members.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Josh Tye, Greg Suggs, Sean Suggs, Jason McSwain, Matthew Monday and Marcus Tye.
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.
KINSEY. . .William Edward “Ed” Suggs, a resident of Kinsey, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, surrounded by his family, Wednesday night, August 26, 2026, at his home. He was 84,
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, August 31, 2026, in Northside Assembly of God with Pastor Ricky Martin officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. Monday in the church sanctuary. Graveside services, with military honors, will follow in the Shorterville Baptist Church Cemetery. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to Northside Assembly of God, 645 Roney Road, Dothan, AL 36303.
Mr. Suggs was born and raised in Eufaula, son of the late Jack Suggs and Atranter Strickland Suggs. He served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. Mr. Suggs lived in various locations while serving in the military and also lived in Clayton before moving to Kinsey. He was formerly employed by American Buildings Company in Eufaula as a Supervisor and Truck Driver. In later years, Mr. Suggs was employed by Boyd Brothers Trucking Company of Clayton. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Edna Crapps, a grandson, Wayne Tye, sisters, Barbara Jean Suggs, Frances Burns and Dorothy Hamilton, and a brother, David Suggs.
Surviving relatives include his wife, Mary Tye Suggs; a son, Greg Suggs (Kim), Phoenix, AZ; a daughter, Dorothy Ruth Tye, Hartford; a step-son, Jason McSwain (Melissa), Kinsey; a brother, Johnny Suggs (Olga), Eufaula; grandchildren, Josh Tye (Carrie), Greg Suggs (April), Christopher Suggs (Alisha), Jake Suggs (Meagan), Sean Suggs (Julie Woods), Angel Carter (Roy), Crystal Brown, Cliff Crapps (Mallory), Breana Ingalls (John); nineteen great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and extended family members.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Josh Tye, Greg Suggs, Sean Suggs, Jason McSwain, Matthew Monday and Marcus Tye.
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.
