James Huey Hartzog, Jr., a resident of Clayton, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 29, 2026. He was 90 years old.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. in the Glover Funeral Home Chapel in Clayton, with Rev. Bob Cox officiating. The burial will follow in the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery with Glover Funeral Home directing. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Flowers will be accepted or contributions can be made to the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery fund c/o Clayton Baptist Church PO Box 4 Clayton, Alabama 36016.
Jr. was born on March 29, 1936, in Barbour County, Alabama, to the late James Huey, Sr. and Callie C. (Brown) Hartzog. He worked all his life as a farmer and a carpenter. Jr. loved sitting outside watching people go by and most times people would stop by for a chat. He also enjoyed hunting. Jr. was of the Methodist faith.
He is preceded in death by his parents; loving wife, Sherrie McNabb Hartzog; three brothers, Kency Hartzog, Donald Hartzog, and Richard Hartzog; two sisters, Catherine Howerton and Lenora Johnson; brother-in-law, Jerry Mathieu.
Survivors include his two daughters, Margie Cole (Anthony) and Dana James (Keith); brother, Larry Hartzog; sister, Imogene Mathieu; five grandchildren, Julie Harp (Michael), Jesse Jenkins, Sherrie Partee (JJ), Katie James, and Nicholas Cole; brother-in-law, Leon Johnson; two sisters-in-law, Hilda Hartzog and Glenna Hartzog; several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews; special best friend, William Burks.
Active pallbearers will be Wayne Faulk, Austin Martin, Andrew Hartzog, Will Fenn, Doug Ward, and Justin Eubanks.
Honorary pallbearers are Kyle Hartzog, William Burks, and Lee Fenn.
Glover Funeral Home of Clayton was entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 775-3403. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
COWARTS….Steven Douglas Wyrick, a resident of Cowarts, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026. He was 64.
Celebration of Life services will be held 1:00 P.M. Saturday, April 04, 2026 at the Wyrick home in Cowarts.
Mr. Wyrick was born in Tennessee to the late Paul David Wyrick and Mary Emma Pierce Allen. He attended local schools and later made his home in the Wiregrass area in 1992.
A dedicated and hardworking man, he was the owner of “Do It All Construction,” where he spent many years building a reputation for quality craftsmanship before retiring. He had a true passion for construction, especially building decks, and took great pride in his work.
In his spare time, he enjoyed working on and restoring cars, as well as riding motorcycles. His favorite was Harley-Davidson, which reflected his love for the open road and hands-on craftsmanship.
Above all, Mr. Wyrick cherished his family and the time he spent with them. He will be remembered for his strong work ethic, his talents, and the love he had for those closest to him.
Leaving to cherish his memories are his wife, Joy Sewell Wyrick; sons, Justin Edward Wyrick (Michelle) and Jonathon Casey Wyrick (Ali); brother, David Haase; grandchildren, GraceLynn, Lillyann, Lola, Lane; several other loving family members and friends.
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Mrs. Jacqueline “Jackie” Brown Dollar, aged 88, peacefully passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at her daughter’s home in Prattville. Born on September 20, 1937, in Crawford County, Ohio, Jackie was the beloved daughter of the late Adrian and Bernice Fulton Brown.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in the chapel of Sorrells Funeral Home in Slocomb, with Chaplain Mike Watts officiating. Friends and family are invited to visit with the family one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Jackie was a devoted mother and an adoring grandmother whose warm spirit touched the hearts of all who knew her. Though she has gone from our sight, her love and memories will forever hold a special place in the lives of her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter Pamela Dollar Anderson, her precious grandson Logan Casey Sorrells, and her sisters Delores Mae Brown and Patricia Ann Brown.
Jackie’s legacy lives on through her loving family who survive her: daughters Phyllis Dollar Eason, Penny Dollar Sorrells, and Paula Dollar Ard (Don); grandchildren Samuel Ray House, Cody Crick (Ashton), Brad Knight, Brandy Knight Scott, Cameron Sorrells, Zachery Staley (Kaitlyn), Macaydon Ann Ard, and Kalani Claire House; great-grandchildren Carson Lane Crick, Elliote Paisley Knight, Abby Scott Collins (Anthony), and Braxton Michael Scott; and her great-great-granddaughter Elaina Nicole Collins. She is also lovingly remembered by her sister Betty Jean Snyder, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
Jackie’s life was a true blessing, and her memory will continue to inspire all who knew her. We celebrate her nurturing heart, her gentle kindness, and the lasting love she shared with her family.
Obituary from Holman Funeral Home of Ozark – Ozark, Alabama
Mrs. Kimberly Dawn Smith, a resident of Salem, Alabama, died Friday evening, March 27, 2026, at her home. She was 53 years old. Funeral services for Mrs. Smith will be held graveside 2:00 P.M. Thursday, April 2, 2026, in Woodlawn Memory Gardens with Mr. Jacob Johnson officiating. Interment will follow, Holman Funeral Home of Ozark directing.
Mrs. Smith was born April 27, 1972 in Ozark, Alabama to the late Ronald Lamar Carr and Linda Gail Miller Gamble. She spent a great deal of time with her beloved grandmother Mrs. Jessie Mae Miller. She met her husband, Kevin Philip Smith, not long out of high school and it was love at first sight. They married April 18, 1992. With Kevin being a Warrant Officer, UH-60 Pilot in the United States Army, they spent some time abroad. Kim really enjoyed her time in Germany. After returning to the states, Kim started working at a school and knew she wanted to be a teacher. She started college at Troy University and graduated in May 1999. She began her teaching career at Ladonia Elementary School in Phenix City, teaching the first grade. Kim was an exceptional teacher. She was a favorite among parents and respected by her colleagues for her authentic caring nature and ability to reach children when others couldn’t. During her 24 year career at Ladonia Elementary, she taught first grade, kindergarten and fourth grade. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Kevin Smith. She is the beloved mother of Kennan Richard Smith and Kyle Jonathan Smith.
ASHFORD…… Dorothy Sybil Moats, a resident of Ashford and formerly of Eufaula, passed away Friday, March 27, 2026 at home. She was 94.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 5:00 P.M. Monday March 30, 2026 at Wright Funeral Home and Crematory Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Parkview Baptist Church, 608 S. Eufaula Avenue, Eufaula, Alabama 36027.
Ms. Moats was born in Eufaula, Alabama, to the late John Ludlam and Maybell Efurd Ludlam. She was raised in Eufaula and graduated from the local high school. She moved to Lakeland, Florida, with her husband, Warren, where they made their home from 1949 until 1975. During that time, they built a life together and raised their family before returning to Eufaula with their son, Tim.
Ms. Moats worked at Superior Pecans, where she helped pack pecans during the busy fall and Christmas seasons. She was a devoted member of Parkview Baptist Church in Eufaula, where she faithfully served her church family, including assisting with Wednesday night suppers.
After the passing of her husband, Warren, she found comfort in helping others. She played an instrumental role in connecting church members with professional support when needed and went on to organize a widows’ group called “Hearts of Joy.” This group provided fellowship, shared meals, encouragement, and support to others through prayer and acts of kindness.
Ms. Moats had a deep love for flowers and gardening and was especially known for her beautiful roses. She also enjoyed watching birds of all kinds, with a special fondness for red birds.
She will be remembered for her kindness, servant’s heart, and the love she shared with her family, church, and community.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Warren; a sister Ilene Gilliam and brothers J.B. Ludlam, Wheeler Ludlam, Victor Ludlam, Britt Ludlam, Billy Ludlam.
Surviving relatives include her sons Danny Moats (Karen) and Tim Moats (Teresa); Grandchildren, Russell, Kimberly, Ashley, Cassandra, and Josh; Great grandchildren, Daniel, Erek, Keri, Taylor, and Warren ;Future great, great granddaughter, Charlie (May 2026) ; several other loving family members and friends.
James Huey Hartzog, Jr., a resident of Clayton, Alabama, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 29, 2026. He was 90 years old.
Mrs. Jacqueline “Jackie” Brown Dollar, aged 88, peacefully passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at her daughter’s home in Prattville. Born on September 20, 1937, in Crawford County, Ohio, Jackie was the beloved daughter of the late Adrian and Bernice Fulton Brown.
