HEADLAND. . .Ruth Kilgore Granberry, a resident of Headland, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at her home. She was 75.
There are no funeral or memorial services planned at this time. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
Ruth Granberry was born in Dothan and raised in the Enon Church community, between Webb and Ashford. She was the daughter of the late James Ethell Kilgore and Callie Mae Ingram Kilgore. She lived in Dothan before moving to Headland in 1997. While a resident of Dothan, Ruth was active in several clubs and organizations. She formerly owned and operated Cinema Slide Network of Headland. Ruth was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Elizabeth Farris English.
Surviving relatives include her daughter, Kristi Granberry English, Headland; a brother, Jimmy Kilgore, Webb, AL; a grandson, Robert Granberry English; a niece, Tabitha Kilgore, a nephew, Christopher Kilgore (Michelle); a great-niece, Alexis Gurley, and a great-nephew, Austin Gurley.
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.
Lucy Harrison Jordan passed away Friday, April 17, 2026, in New Port Richey, Florida.
Lucy requested no memorial services, A private graveside service will be held to lay Lucy to rest on April 23,2026 at Meadow Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Pasco County, Inc. or any charity of your choice.
Lucy was born in Andalusia, Alabama on January 5, 1946, raised in Enterprise, Alabama, and moved to Florida in 1964 to attend the University of Tampa and remained in Florida for the remainder of her life. She was a fiercely independent woman who charted her own course, never afraid to follow her convictions and live life on her own terms. A self-reliant spirit from the start, Lucy bult a life defined by determination and integrity. Whether pursuing her career as a teacher, traveling throughout the United States and internationally, or tending to her home with care, she approached every endeavor with courage and purpose.
She believed deeply in the value of hard work, the beauty of self-sufficiency, and the importance of standing tall in the face of challenge. She had a special love for animals and shared her life with livestock including horses, pigs and chickens as well as breeding her favorite Boston Terriers. She will be accompanied to her final resting place with memories of her beloved dogs, Little Lucy and Tiny Tim.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Franklin Gilmore and Hilma (nee Langford) Harrison and her younger sister Susan Leigh Rivera (John) and brother-in-law Charles R. B. Wyatt, Sr.
She is survived by her older sister Nancy Diane Wyatt of Baltimore, Maryland; nephew Charles R.B. Wyatt, Jr. (Georgia) of Glen Burnie, Maryland; niece Evelyn Diane Wyatt Serpe Vieira (Gus) of Perry Hall, Maryland; niece Celia Ashley Zagula (Brian) of Wesley Chapel, Florida; eight great nieces and nephews: Shannon, Charlie, Chris, Richard, Robert, Christopher, Kevin and Karolina; 4 great-great nieces and nephews: Alec, Zander, Mila and Hugo, and numerous extended family.
The family would like to express their gratitude for her companions Terry Gunter and Karen Bowden and her friend Lara Lopp for the care and kindness shown to her.
You may sign the register book or send condolences to the family at our website: www.searcyfuneralhome.com.
Mr. Ronald “Rooster” Lee Rouse, age 66, of Slocomb passed away peacefully on Monday, April 20, 2026, at Washington Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Chipley, Florida.
Born on July 21, 1959, in Dallas County, Alabama, Ronnie was the beloved son of the late Robert Lee Rouse and Sue Hall Rouse Smith. A devoted public servant, he proudly served with the Slocomb Fire Department and retired from the Ft. Rucker Fire Department. Known to many as a gentle giant with a warm heart, Ronnie’s kindness and dedication touched all who knew him. An avid fan of Alabama football, his spirited cheer of “Roll Tide!” reflected the passion he carried throughout his life.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the First Baptist Church of Slocomb with Rev. Carlisle Weed, Rev. Cliff Knight, and Rev. Brad Price officiating with interment to follow at Tabernacle Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:00 p.m. until service time.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you honor Ronnie’s memory with your contribution to the Slocomb Volunteer Fire Department.
Ronnie is lovingly remembered by his daughter, Lynsey Sparks, and her husband Daniel; his cherished granddaughter, Peyton Grace; his sisters, Cheryl Hatcher and her husband Tim, and Brenda Garozzo and her husband Joe; along with numerous extended family members and many dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and stepfather, J.C. Smith.
Ronnie’s memory will forever remain a blessing to those who had the privilege of knowing him, his gentle spirit and unwavering dedication an enduring testament to a life well-lived.
Rickie Temmis, Jr., 27, of Dothan, Alabama, passed away on April 17, 2026. He was born on February 22, 1999, in Dothan, Alabama. Rickie was a proud graduate of Northview High School, Class of 2018, and a devoted member of Dothan Community Church. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from Valdosta State University.
Rickie had a passion for traveling, playing basketball, and photography—interests that beautifully reflected his vibrant spirit, creativity, and deep love for life.
Rickie was preceded in death by his brother, Quantrell Dashon Chambers; his paternal grandparents, Anna Mae Taylor Walker and Jake T. Temmis; his maternal grandparents, Ella Mae and John Lee Chambers; and his uncle, Eddie Walker Jr.
Rickie will be deeply remembered for his warm smile, his expressive eyes, and his natural ability to connect with others through meaningful conversation. Above all, he will be cherished for the love he showed to his family and those closest to him.
He leaves to cherish his memory his parents, Felisha Chambers and Rickie Temmis; his beloved son, Kaison Temmis; his grandparents, Linda Ann Chambers Cunningham (Douglas Cunningham) and Eddie Walker (Patricia Walker); his sisters, Ericka Da’Shuna Fluellen and the Tribe of Shabazz; and his special aunt, Sharonda Taylor Foster. He is also survived by 15 aunts, 9 uncles, and a host of cousins whom he loved dearly.
His presence will be greatly missed, but his memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
A celebration of Rickie’s life will be held on May 1, 2026 at 12pm at Dothan Community Church. The family request attendees wear red and black. The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service. Following services, he will be laid to rest in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Repast will be held at The Sugar Shack, 605 Webb Road, Webb, AL 36303.
Mary Nell Morrow Bass, 92, of New Brockton, Alabama, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 19, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so dearly.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Hayes Funeral Home, with Pastor Adam Carlee officiating. Interment will follow at Damascus Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends beginning at 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Damascus Baptist Church, 774 County Road 547, Elba, Alabama.
Nell, as she was known to all who loved her, lived a life defined by sweetness, tenderness, and an unshakeable love for her family and her God.
Nell’s kitchen was the heart of her home, and her cooking was one of the most beloved expressions of her love. She poured herself into every meal, and the people around her table knew it. That same tenderness carried into everything she did, from the way she spoke to the way she listened, and it was rare to spend any time with Nell without being called her “angel.”
Nell’s trust in God was deep-rooted and unwavering, the kind of faith that steadied her in hard seasons and filled her with gratitude in good ones. She was a faithful member of Mount Pleasant Primitive Baptist Church, and those who knew her saw that faith lived out in her gentleness, her grace, and the way she genuinely cared for the people around her.
Nell was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Don Bass; her parents, Hubert and Sara Morrow; her brothers, Wildon Morrow, Doyle Morrow, and Dan Morrow; her son Keith Bass and daughter-in-law Sharon Bass; her daughter Debbie Freeman and son-in-law Art Freeman; and her grandson Craig Bass.
She is survived by her sons, Don Bass (Fely) of Hammond, Louisiana, and Ted Bass of New Brockton, Alabama; her daughters, Brenda Howard (Rick) of Enterprise, Alabama, and Sara McMahan (Rick) of New Brockton, Alabama; two sisters, Frances Bradshaw of Elba, Alabama, and Jo McDowell of Jackson, Alabama; 16 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren, with one precious new arrival expected on May 4th; and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
The family wishes to express their deepest appreciation to Enhabit Hospice of Enterprise for the extraordinary love and care shown to their mother in her final days.
Special thanks go to Nell’s devoted caregivers, each one an “angel” she would have said herself – Libby, Lakeveya, Tiffany, Britni, Veronica, Sarah, and Pastor Adam Carlee. The family also extends their warmest gratitude to a very special caregiver, Cutrena Williams, another one of Nell’s “angels,” whose kindness and dedication were a true blessing to Nell and to the whole family.
Clara Ann Reese was born on August 30, 1950, in Dothan, Alabama, and she departed this life on April 18, 2026, at her home in Dothan, Alabama.
Clara graduated from Essie R. Grimsley High School in 1968 and continued her education at Stillman College, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 1973. She continued her education at the University of Alabama, completing her master’s degree in 1976.
A nurturing and caring individual, Clara fulfilled her lifelong dream of giving back through education. She taught special needs children, whom she admired and cherished. Her teaching career began in Tuscaloosa City Schools and continued through Duval County Schools, Baltimore City Schools, and Clayton County Public Schools in Georgia. She later returned to Dothan, where she taught until her retirement in 2012 from Dothan City Schools. Throughout her career, Clara was recognized for her dedication and unwavering commitment to her students.
After her retirement, Clara remained steadfast in her Christian faith. She was always willing to share her love of Christ and the Word of God with everyone she encountered. Her spiritual journey began in childhood and continued throughout her adult life. She was a faithful and devoted member of the New Miranda Baptist Church, always ready and willing to do the Lord’s work. All who knew her recognized her as someone dependable and committed to serving others.
Clara leaves to cherish a devoted daughter, Trivita Reese Moore, and a son-in-law, Alfred Moore, III.
Preceded in death are Clara’s parents, Roger, and Zula Reese; sisters, Eula Mae Jones, Betty Jo Berry, and Bernice Minton; and brothers, Frank Reese and her twin brother, Clyde Reese.
Clara leaves to cherish her memories, sisters Annette (Roy) Ware, Gloria Key, and Gladys Reese; brothers, Wallace (Jo Ann) Reese, and Roger (Chuma) Reese; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 11am at New Miranda Baptist Church, 1221 Wagf Rd, Dothan, AL 36303. The family will receive friends Friday, April 24, 2026, from 5-7pm in the Sunset Funeral Home Chapel.
