OZARK…Mr. Ronald Palmer, a resident of Ozark, died early Monday morning, May 12, 2025, at his home. He was 90.
In keeping with the wishes of the family, there are no public services planned at this time. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Palmer, son of the late James William Palmer and Helen Viola Powell Palmer, was a native of Okmulgee, Oklahoma and formerly lived in the Mojave Desert in California, Alaska, and Pennsylvania before moving to Ozark in 2011. While in Alaska, he worked on the Alaskan Pipeline before being drafted into the United States Army to serve in the Korean War. Mr. Palmer worked as a carpenter and rode a ferry to work in New York. He always enjoyed being on his ranch taking care of the animals, also enjoyed traveling, and collecting and driving antique cars. Mr. Palmer was preceded in death by his sister, Helen Rogers and four brothers.
Surviving relatives are his nieces and nephews, including Ronda Young and her husband, Robert of Ozark; great nieces and great nephews; his dear friend, Anthony Russo.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
OZARK…Mr. D S Chancey, a resident of Ozark, died late Saturday morning, May 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, at the home of his granddaughter, Michelle. He was 86.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, May 15, 2025, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Wendell Holmes officiating. Burial will follow in Campground Cemetery in Westville, Florida. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. Thursday at the funeral home.
Mr. Chancey, son of the late William Obie Chancey and Minnie Lee Hood Chancey, was a native of Westville, Florida. He was retired from Lykes Brother’s Produce in St. Cloud, Florida. Mr. Chancey enjoyed dancing, cooking, and spending time with his family. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Mr. Chancey was a member of Place of Grace Church in Dothan. He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Simmons Chancey, his son, Robert Dale Chancey, his siblings, Sherman Chancey, Elizabeth Harcus, and Charles Chancey.
Surviving relatives include his daughters, Sherry Hughes (Bryan), Echo, Marie Maloy, Ozark, and Shirley Beckette, Pell City; three sisters, Juanita Wood, Elba, Mary Lyle (Randy), Destin, Florida, and Linda Gill, Defuniak Springs, Florida; brother, William Earl Chancey (Marie), Defuniak Springs, Florida; grandchildren, Michelle Chancey (Lewis Lange), Zackery Hughes, Jody Dale Berry, Renee Galinski (Alan), Tina Johnson (Allen), Donald Maloy, and, Nicole Walden (Todd); great-grandchildren, Kipton Chancey, Zackaria Chancey, Zaiden Mathews, Brian Jacob Hughes, Elijah Hughes, Mercedes Galinski, Larry Galinski, Shelby Galinski, Elizabeth Hopple, and Matthew Hopple.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Zackery Hughes, Lewis Lange, Noah Hopple, Zachariah Hood, Michael Wood, and Rod Chancey.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
DOTHAN. . .Dena Sue Crumpton, a former resident of Dothan, died early Sunday morning, May 11, 2025, in Noland Hospital Dothan. She was 79.
Graveside services will be held at 11:30 A.M. Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in the Providence Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, 4850 Chana Creek Road, Tallassee, Alabama, with Elder Clayton Nowell officiating. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Piney Grove Primitive Baptist Church, P.O. Box 401, Headland, AL 36345.
Dena Crumpton was born in Birmingham and was reared in Elmore County, near Eclectic, Alabama. She was a member of Piney Grove Primitive Baptist Church in Headland. Dena was formerly employed by Dr David Ghostley as Office Manager in Dothan. In earlier years, she was employed as a Mortgage Banker. Dena was preceded in death by her father, Elder T. L. Crumpton, her mother, Ellowise Otwell Crumpton Farris, her step-father, Elder L. L. Farris, a daughter, Karman Wingate Swords, a brother, Charles Wesley “Chuck” Crumpton, and a sister, Susie Hyde.
Surviving relatives include a granddaughter, Dena Michelle Swords, and a grandson, Terry Swords, IV, both of Columbia; great-grandchildren, Aria Reeder and Miracle Reeder; her son-in-law, Terrell Swords, III, Columbia; and a special friend, Judith Price, Blakely, GA.
Mrs. Lillie Jane Brackin Adkinson passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the age of 88.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at First United Methodist Church in Dothan with Dr. David R. Saliba officiating. A private family graveside will follow in the Union Springs Baptist Church Cemetery in Newville with Glover Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until 1:45 PM at the church on Tuesday prior to the services.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Respite Care Ministry at First United Methodist Church, 1380 W. Main Street, Dothan, Al. 36301.
Mrs. Lillie Jane Brackin Adkinson was born on July 14, 1936 in Newville to Lionel and Nelle Brackin. She spent her early years in Newville, attending school there through her junior year, then graduating from Dothan High School. She went on to attend Huntington College for two years, and in 1956, she married Harold Johnson and moved to Auburn, Alabama. She attended Alabama Polytechnic Institute (now Auburn University), where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics in 1958.
After graduation, they moved to Headland, Alabama, then to Dothan, and eventually to Huntsville. In 1969, the family returned to Dothan where, as Jane said, she “was privileged to be a stay-at-home-mom” to their three daughters. During those years, she was very involved in serving at First United Methodist Church, the Dothan Service League, and she enjoyed her Luncheon Bridge group. Jane’s love for her girls was shown in all her actions. She lived her life as a reflection of her love for the Lord and instilled that same faith in her girls, always encouraging them to honor and trust in Him.
After a long stint at home, Jane decided it was time to use her talents outside the home. She studied drafting and worked for Jimmy Grant for two years. Though her drafting career was brief, she used this talent often in the remodel of her homes, and later helping her children with projects. She went on to work at Jamar’s Gift Shop and later spent twelve wonderful years in the bridal department at Northcutt’s on Main, where she delighted in helping brides choose elegant table settings for their new homes.
In retirement, Jane returned to what she loved most – caring for others. She cherished time with her mother, her grandchildren, and eventually her great-grandchildren. And any day spent in her yard was a great day! Her commitment to serving others never waned. She remained active at Church, participating in mission trips to Brazil, teaching the Kay Williams Sunday School Class, and serving on various committees. She also loved and cherished her monthly meetings with her dear friends in The Eclectas Club.
At her 50th Dothan High School class reunion, Jane reconnected with a dear friend from her class, Jerry Adkinson. They began dating, and less than a year later, they planned a wedding and were married on November 7, 2004. They enjoyed many happy years together traveling and spending time with their ever-growing circle of family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents Lionel and Nelle Brackin, and her brother Carl Brackin.
Jane is survived by her husband of twenty one years, Jerry Adkinson; her three daughters, Lydia Johnson Simpson (Jimmy) of Marietta, Georgia, Julie Johnson Jones (Stan) of Dothan, and Amanda Johnson Suddoth (Scott) of Germantown, Tennessee; stepchildren, Julie Steeves of Marietta, Georgia, Jeff Adkinson (Suzanne) of Pansey, Alabama, and Jon Adkinson of Marietta, Georgia; grandchildren, Kathryn Jane Simpson, Julia Brackin Simpson, Turner Jones (Mary Olivia), David Jones (Claire), Stanley Jones, Rush Jones (Olivia Rush), Alex Suddoth, Daniel Suddoth, Elizabeth Jane Suddoth (Andy Jones), Sarah Suddoth, Kate Steeves (Alex Dean), Alli Adkinson, Will Adkinson, Ty Adkinson, Tori Adkinson, and Grey Adkinson; seven great grandchildren; dearly loved sisters-in-law, Dethalia Armstrong of Headland, and Phyllis Brackin of Dothan; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Jane’s legacy is one of faith in her loving Savior, grace and kindness to all she encountered, and unwavering devotion to her family and community. She will be deeply missed by all who were blessed to know her.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
James Larry Johnson, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025, at the age of 82, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 31, 1942, in Houston County, Alabama, Larry was the son of the late William Olis Johnson and Johnnie Lucille Roland Johnson. He grew up alongside his brother, the late William Royce Johnson, in the close-knit community of Cottonwood/Ardilla. In 1960, Larry graduated from Cottonwood High School, where he formed many lifelong friendships and laid the foundation for his future endeavors.
For 59 wonderful years, Larry was the beloved husband of Patricia Nell Johnson. Their enduring love was a testament to commitment and partnership, and together they raised a loving family. Larry was a devoted father to his sons, Greg (Kathy) Johnson of Taylor, Keith (Anna) Johnson of Ashford, and Tracey (Cecilia) Johnson of Opelika. He took immense joy in his role as a grandfather to David (Diana), Kaye Laso (Paul), Jamie Cruse (Brandon), Kody, Graison, Ryan, Jack, and Emma. His legacy continued to flourish with the arrival of his great-grandchildren, Colton, Trey, Peighton, Isabella, Leylah, Aubriella, Austin, Reagan, Alex, June, and Michaela. Larry will also be missed by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Larry’s professional life was marked by his entrepreneurial spirit and community service. For 25 years, he was the proud owner of Cottonwood Auto Parts, a local business that thrived under his leadership. Following this venture, Larry dedicated 10 years of service as a postal worker at the Dothan Post Office, where his warm smile and friendly demeanor were a welcome presence.
A man of action and compassion, Larry was a co-founder of Cottonwood Rescue, serving as a volunteer firefighter and EMT in both Cottonwood and Rehobeth. His selfless service to his community earned him the respect and admiration of his peers, and his actions inspired many to follow in his footsteps.
Larry leaned heavily on his faith. He was a member of Hickory Grove Baptist Church. His interests outside of work and service were simple yet profound. An avid fisherman, Larry found peace and contentment at the water’s edge. He was also a farmer and a gardener, taking pride in nurturing the earth and enjoying the fruits of his labor.
Above all, Larry’s heart belonged to his family. He was a kind and gentle soul, always putting the needs of others before his own. His selfless nature was evident in every aspect of his life and is the legacy that he leaves behind.
Funeral services will be held at 2 PM, Monday, May 12, 2025 from the chapel of Ward Wilson Funeral Home with Reverend Hosea Parker officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Hill Cemetery with Reverend Keith Johnson officiating. The family will receive friends from 1 PM until 2 PM, Monday, May 12, 2025, prior to the service at the funeral home.
Serving as active pallbearers will be David Johnson, Kody Johnson, Paul Laso, Jack Johnson, Ryan Johnson, and Braxton Arnold.
Serving as Honorary Pallbearers will be Graison Johnson, Brandon Cruse, Michael Beavers, and Marvin Peters.
Mrs. Lillie Jane Brackin Adkinson passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the age of 88.
