Mr. Johnny D. Graham of Samson, AL passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at his home in Samson, AL. He was 63 years old.
A memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, January 17, 2025 at Trinity Chapel Church in Samson, AL with Rev. Jonathan Presley officiating. The family will receive friends at the church on Friday beginning at 5:00 p.m.
Johnny was born in Covington County, AL on May 04, 1961 to the late J.W. and Audrey Merle Hudson. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He loved spending time outdoors, watching old westerns, enjoying chocolate ice cream, porch sitting, hunting, fishing and being surrounded by the ones he loved. Johnny will be missed by those who knew him best and loved him most.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Mock Graham.
Johnny is survived by his children, Kenny Weeks (Jessica), Kandice Stanley (Nick) and Tina Turner; grandchildren, Sadie (Leighton), Kenny (Sydni), Cody (Shiane), Tripp (Mary), Gracie, Blade, Molly Kate, Mary Beth, John David, Bryson and Mason; great-grandchildren, Ryler, Rhett, Teagan, Caroline, Eloise, Tatum, Remi, Lakelyn and Truett; three brothers; Donnie Hudson (Dawn), Dwight Hudson (Robin) and Perry Hudson (Sandy) and a number of special nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Mr. Dewey Ray Godwin of Slocomb passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Southeast Health in Dothan, Alabama. He was 85.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 18, 2025, in the chapel of Sorrells Funeral Home in Slocomb.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time.
Mr. Dewey Ray Godwin was born December 12, 1939, in Geneva County to the late Malcomb and Beulah Clark Godwin. Ray was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing, being on the tractor, and tending to his garden. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
In addition to his parents, three brothers: John, Moody, and Cecil Godwin; two sisters: Mary Wilkinson and Burnice Hendrix, all preceded him in death.
Survivors include his loving wife of 68 years, Janice Moss Godwin; daughter, Dianne Bryant(Phillip); son, Donald Godwin(Debra); four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; brother, Jimmy Godwin; numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends.
Willie Jo Bond, cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025, at the age of 92, in Bonifay, FL. Born on February 24, 1932, in Wicksburg, AL, Willie Jo was the beacon of love and kindness in the lives of all who knew her.
Willie Jo, a graduate of Wicksburg High School, was a lifelong learner and an active member of her community. She married the love of her life, Jimmie Frank Bond, in 1950, and together they embarked on a journey that saw them move frequently due to Jimmie’s military service. In 1969, they planted their roots back in Wicksburg, where Willie Jo became a beloved figure at Pilgrim Home Baptist Church, serving faithfully until her health declined.
Throughout her life, Willie Jo was the heart of her home, embodying the role of a homemaker with grace and joy. She was often described as the best mom in the world, a testament to her sweet and loving nature. She had a generosity that knew no bounds and her love for God and people was evident in every action she took.
Willie Jo was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Jimmie Frank Bond, her parents, Sam and Glades Hubbard, her son, Jimmie Michael Bond, her daughter-in-law, Teresa Bond, her brother, Herman Hubbard, and her sister-in-law, Carmen Hubbard. Her legacy continues through her sons, Ronald Keith Bond (Barbara), Joel Douglas Bond (Becky), and Jerry Marx Bond (Debora), as well as her brother, Larry Hubbard (Gwen). She was a treasured matriarch to many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who will carry forward the light of her love.
Willie Jo’s life was a tapestry woven with threads of love, service, and faith. She was the embodiment of a loving spirit, touching the lives of those around her with her gentle presence. Her absence leaves a void that cannot be filled, but her memory will continue to inspire and guide us.
As we bid farewell to Willie Jo Bond, we celebrate the profound impact she had on our lives. We take solace in knowing that she is now at peace, reunited with her beloved family members who have gone before her. Her story is one of unwavering devotion, boundless love, and a life beautifully lived.
A celebration of Willie Jo’s life will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, January 20, 2025 at Pilgrim Home Baptist Church with Pastor Buddy Hood officiating. The family will be receiving friends from 12-1pm at the church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Ms. Margie (Henderson) Harden, age 90, a resident of Madrid passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at Southeast Health following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, January 17, 2025, at Glover Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jerry Harden officiating. Burial will follow in Madrid City Cemetery with Glover Funeral Home of Dothan directing.
The family will be receiving friends from 12:00 until 12:45 p.m., Friday prior to services. Flowers will be accepted or contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116. The family requests that food be omitted.
Ms. Harden was born on April 22, 1934, in Houston County the daughter of Henry Clifton Henderson and Hilma Strickland Henderson. She has been a resident of Houston County and the Madrid community for most of her life. Ms. Harden was a 1953 graduate of Rehobeth High School, she worked at Dothan Hosiery Mill, Blumberg’s, Cottonwood Industries, and Twitchell before retiring. She was a member of Madrid Assembly of God Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Elbert Harden; a son, Thomas Harden; and two brothers, Billy and Franklin Henderson.
Survivors her daughter, Patsy Griggs, Madrid; son, Edward Harden (Robbie), Dothan; three grandchildren, Keisha Davis (Craig), Clarksville, TN.; Ana Griggs (Jason), Madrid; Morgan Ming (Drew), Dothan; three great-grandchildren, Eli Ming, Emerson Griggs, and Addie Kate Ming; sister, Juanita Henderson Thomley, Midland City; brother, Lamar Henderson (Ann), Eufaula; several nieces, nephews, and brothers in law and sisters in law.
Pallbearers will be: Jason Griggs, Craig Davis, Wyatt Griggs, and Drew Ming
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Sandra Sue (Fike) Hall, 82, a resident of Headland, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at her residence following an extended illness.
Graveside services will be held at 12:30 (ET) / 11:30 (CT), Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery with Glover Funeral Home of Dothan directing. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m., Monday, January 20, 2025, at Glover Funeral Home.
Sandra was born May 2, 1942, in Knoxville, Tennessee. She spent the early years of her life in the Knoxville area and was a 1960 graduate of Clinton High School in Clinton, TN. Following high school, she attended college and worked for various companies in clerical positions. She was of Baptist faith.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her son, Robert Wayne Hall; her two sisters, Peggy Partin, and Pat Lathrope; and her two brothers, Jack Frye, and Bill Frye.
She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Jimmy David Hall of Headland; her son, Richard Hall (Sarah Leforte) of Headland; four grandchildren, David Hall, Baylee Hall, Kinzee Hall, and Kaleb Hall; one great-grandchild, Riley Hall; and several nieces and nephews.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Ronald Gilbert Fry, of Daleville, AL, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Jackson Hospital. He was 84.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Ronald served in the United States Army for 20 years and retired as a Major. He was an Animal Control Specialist and known by the community as “the Critter Getter”.
Ronald was preceded in death by sisters, Rita Thompson and Linda James.
He is survived by his daughter Dianne Fry-Bolton (Karl), Berthoud, CO; son, Kent Fry; granddaughter, Lori Fry, Dothan, AL; 3 great-grandchildren, Charlie Lewis, Lily Thames, Rosalie Thames; 2 brothers, Earl Fry (Susan), Salina, KS, Steve Fry, ID.
You may sign the register book or send condolences to the family at our website: www.searcyfuneralhome.com .
