We are saddened to announce the loss of Cassandra Jane Flick, age 79, just shy of her 80th birthday. She passed away in Geneva, Alabama on April 10, 2025. She resided in Westville, Florida. She was born in Malone, N.Y. on June 30, 1945; daughter of Ivon and Ada Trimm. She was preceded in death by her sister, Tania and brother, Chandler who passed away approximately within a year. She has one surviving brother, Clayton Trimm. She leaves behind her beloved husband, Robert Flick. He states, “she was the love of his life and said he was the love of her life,” they were married 34 years.
Her beloved children from her first marriage to John Henry Bigelow are: Virginia Jane Bigelow Atieh, Carla Jean Tew, Paul John Bigelow, Bryant James Bigelow, Christa Jaylene Kovachevich, Tobin Jarod Bigelow, and Devlyn Patrick Flick.
Her beloved stepsons are: Jaime Flick and Clayton Flick. She has 30 grandchildren and over 20 great grandchildren.
Cassandra enjoyed singing and once sang a solo in her high school concert. She also loved ice skating, country music, crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, collecting antiques and dolls. She and her husband, Robert loved spending time on the river in Ebro, Florida. She always found peace on the river. We will always carry her memory in our hearts as heaven gained another angel.
Warren~Holloway~Ward Funeral Home (334) 684-9999, is in charge of arrangements. “Continuing The Trust You’ve Placed In Us” To sign a guest register, please visit: www.whwfuneralhome.com
Michael A. Bell fell asleep in death on April 8, 2025, after graciously enduring the challenges of imperfect flesh. He was born on March 14, 1986, in Montgomery, Alabama, to Clara and Sylvester Bell.
On February 11, 2006, Michael made the important decision to dedicate his life to Jehovah and was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, a commitment he held close to his heart.
On January 1, 2011, he married Kayla Kimble of Hartford, Alabama. Together, they enjoyed 14 years of loving companionship and mutual devotion.
In the final year of his life, Michael served in the full-time ministry, finding joy in teaching others about the promises found in God’s Word—promises in which he deeply believed.
Michael is lovingly remembered by his wife, Kayla Bell; his parents, Clara and Sylvester Bell; and his siblings: Shonda Bell of Atlanta, Georgia; Sylvester Bell of Montgomery, Alabama; Yvonne Bell of Montgomery, Alabama; Andrea Vanessa Wallace (Kevin) of Montgomery, Alabama; and his mother and father-in-law, Carla and Jeff Ward.
Michael’s life was one of faith, love, and service. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him; however, this is only temporary, as one day soon, he will awaken in perfect health.
We find comfort in the words of Revelation 21:3, 4:
“With that, I heard a loud voice from the throne say: ‘Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his people. And God himself will be with them. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.’”
The family would like to thank everyone for their prayers, texts, and calls during this time. Your love and support mean more than words can express.
Service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses on April 20th at 3 PM, located at 4465 Norman Bridge Road, Montgomery, AL 36105.
Warren~Holloway~Ward Funeral Home (334) 684-9999, is in charge of arrangements. “Continuing The Trust You’ve Placed In Us” To sign a guest register, please visit: www.whwfuneralhome.com
Glenda Reece, of Enterprise, AL, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025, Medical Center Enterprise. She was 69.
In honoring her wishes through cremation, no services are scheduled at this time.
Glenda had a deep love for gardening, spending countless hours nurturing her flowers and vegetables with care. Alongside her devoted husband, she delighted in canning the fruits of their labor, preserving not only food but cherished memories made together. A true animal lover, Glenda adored her fur babies, her heart was big and her home always open to four-legged friends. Glenda was an avid genealogist, dedicating herself to researching her ancestry and connecting the pieces of her family’s history.
Mrs. Glenda was preceded in death two brothers, Barry Allan Reece, and Gerald Wayne Reece.
Survivors include her husband Craig, Enterprise, AL; brother, Paul Edward Reece (Laurie), Kissimmee, FL; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
You may sign the register book or send condolences to the family at our website: www.searcyfuneralhome.com.
ABBEVILLE. . .Billy Gene Hall, a resident of Abbeville, died early Sunday morning, April 13, 2025, at his home. He was 82.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in the First Baptist Church of Abbeville Family Life Building with Reverend Teddy Ward and Darden Kirby officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. Tuesday in the Family Life Building.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Abbeville “Rebuild Fund”, P.O. Box 606, Abbeville, AL 36310.
Billy Hall was born and reared in Brantley, Alabama, son of the late Ralph Hall and Flarie Adams Hall. He served his country in the United States Navy. He lived in West Point, Georgia before moving to Abbeville in 1996. Billy was a member of First Baptist Church of Abbeville. He was retired as a Truck Driver. Billy was preceded in death by a son, Marty Hall, and sisters, Judith Hall, Barbara Sue Wells and Mary O’Dell.
Surviving relatives include his wife, Sybil Armstrong Hall, a son, Eric Hall (Deanne), Beulah, AL; step-children, Stephanie Jones Brown (Mike), Texasville, AL; and Chad Jones (Michelle), Abbeville; sisters, Gloria Cornett (Ben), Cynthia Williamson (Jimmy), Sylvia Sipper, Ann Godwin (Jerry), and Dottie Stricklin; brothers, Jim Hall (Carol), Kenneth Hall (Sharon), and Chester Hall (Joni); a sister-in-law, Connie Burdeshaw (Frank Lucas), Jacksons Gap, AL; grandchildren, Elijah Hall, Jordan Hall, C. J. Jones (Kellie), Dylan Jones (Chelsea), Brandon Barron (Nicole) and Dalton Barron (Randi); two great-grandchildren, Chase and Mikey Barron, who spent and lot of time with “Papa Billy” and “Nana”, and nine other great-grandchildren, Paislee Barron, Dillon Trammell, Zander Trammell, Dilynn Grace Jones, Liam Jones, Elleny Brown, Joslynn Graham, Caraleigh Jones and Cam Jones.
The family would like to express their appreciation to Gentiva Hospice for the loving care and kindness shown to Billy during his illness.
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HOLMAN ABBEVILLE MORTUARY & CREMATIONS IS IN CHARGE OF FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS. Phone 334-585-5261.You may sign a guest register at www.holmanmortuaries.com. This firm does not own a crematory.
Mrs. Martha Jewell Watford, age 86, of Dothan, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025 in Ft. Gaines, Georgia.
Born July 19, 1938 to the late Freeman and Lilly McLendon, Martha enjoyed being outdoors, working in her garden and with her flowers. Family memories around the kitchen table included several specialty dishes, including her dressing and her chicken and rice.
In addition to her parents, Martha was preceded in death by her husband, James Durwood Watford; her daughter, Margaret Shirah; her brother, Millard McLendon; and her sisters, Mary Louise Chambers, and Alice Luverne Coe.
Martha is survived by her children, James Watford (Lisa), Billy Watford (Kim), Mary Eversoll (Abe), Lisa Smith, and Brenda Watford; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Graveside services will be held at 11 AM, Thursday, April 17, 2025 at Memory Hill Cemetery.
James Earl Hemby (Jim), a resident of Dothan, went to his heavenly home surrounded by his family on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the age of 91.
A service celebrating Jim’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at First Baptist Church of Dothan with Dr. Taylor Rutland and Rev. Bob Gross officiating. The family will receive visitors at 1:00 p.m. prior to the service, and Sorrells Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Mr. Hemby was born November 15, 1933, in Slocomb, Alabama, to the late Carlyn Earl Hemby and Mildred Underwood Hemby. A 1956 graduate of Slocomb High School, Jim was a proud Red Top on the undefeated football team his junior year; and he loved driving his Model A Ford around town. He continued his education at Alabama Polytechnic Institute, now known as Auburn University, where he earned a B.S. degree in Business Administration and was a member of Theta Chi Fraternity. Jim was also a very proud War Eagle alum, and for many years he attended football games making great memories on the “Loveliest Village on the Plains”.
Upon graduation from Auburn, Jim chose to serve his country and joined the U.S. Army. Afterwards, he began an extended career in education. His first teaching job was in Panama City, Florida, where he met two lifelong friends, Dave Hawkins and John Hope, known as the “three musketeers”. In 1963 Jim joined Dothan City Schools as a teacher of Distributive Education and furthered his education by receiving a Master’s Degree in Vocational Education and an Ed.S. Degree in Administration and Supervision, which led to Jim leaving the classroom to serve Dothan City Schools as Director of Vocational Education and Support Services, which he dearly loved.
In this capacity he grew and developed the Dothan Vocational Center into a model school in the State of Alabama. He believed that any student who learned a skilled trade would have a boundless opportunity to succeed. Recognized with numerous state awards for his vocational education leadership and talents, his true award came in seeing students and teachers excel. After retirement, his passion for public education continued to be exhibited when he was elected in 2001 as Chairman of the Board of Dothan City Schools. He served four years where he was able to resume his vision of working to provide every student with a firm educational foundation and to equip teachers with the necessary tools to succeed in the classroom.
In 1963 Jim met the love of his life, Sylvia Crane, of Headland. Six months later, they married and were blessed with two daughters. Jim’s “three girls” were his greatest joy, and he was the epitome of the ultimate “girl dad”. Whether it was a dance recital, gymnastic meet, cheerleader event, school project, fishing trip, or beach day, Jim enjoyed it all and stood just a little bit taller with pride. A devoted husband and father, Jim cared for his girls with unconditional love, incredible patience, and sincere devotion. Becoming a Gdaddy to grandchildren added another layer of love for his family, and Jim thoroughly enjoyed watching them grow up and participating in their activities.
Involved in civic organizations, Jim held leadership positions in the Dothan Civitan Club and was a member of the Dothan Rotary Club. An active and lifelong member of First Baptist Church of Dothan, he enjoyed teaching the 8th grade boys Sunday School and being a member of the “Older Men’s” Sunday School Class. Jim also took much pride tending to his yard and decorating with Christmas lights, receiving countless “Yard of the Month” and “Best Overall” recognitions by the Northside Garden Club. Jim’s life was one filled with devotion to his family, students, and faculty. He enjoyed Saturdays at Auburn and planning boating and fishing trips with friends. At times a man of few words, Jim will always be remembered and loved for his big heart and passion for his family and life.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Sylvia; his daughters, Beth Hemby (Wiley McNeal) and Carla Woodall (Bob); his grandchildren, Brannon (Chelsea), James, Elizabeth Grace, and Robert Woodall; and his great-grandchildren, Emme Gholston and Charlotte and Tallulah Woodall. Cousins include Henrietta Sumner, Jennifer Golden, Priestly Underwood, Dr. D.J. Underwood, Evelyn Mullins, and John Mullins.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Dothan Technology Center, ATTN: Ryan Richards, 3209 Reeves Street, Dothan, AL 36303 for student scholarships. Contributions may also be made to the Respite Care Ministry, 1380 West Main Street, Dothan, AL 36303 where the family extends deep appreciation for the love and care shown to Jim by the dedicated staff and volunteers. The family is also appreciative to Southern Care Hospice for their tender care and compassion and to all his friends and family for their love and prayers.
