Mr. William Brady “Bill” Davenport Sr. passed away peacefully Monday, December 30, 2024, at his home in Ozark, Alabama, surrounded by family, following a brief but courageous fight against cancer. He was 62 years old.
A memorial service for Mr. Davenport will be held at a later date. Holman Funeral Home of Ozark has been entrusted with the arrangements. Condolences may be expressed at www.HolmanFuneralHome.com.
Bill, as everyone called him, was born on November 15, 1962, in Anniston, Alabama to Kenneth and Rosa Davenport, who both passed at an early age, in 1971 and 1978. The family moved to Ozark in 1963 where he graduated from Carroll High School in 1981. From a young age, he was a star on the baseball field, his skill and determination earning him a reputation as one of the best players in the league. Every game he played was proof of his talent, leaving a legacy of home runs and unforgettable plays. He was a devoted Auburn Tigers fan but was often seen cheering for the teams of the states his children lived. However, it wasn’t just his prowess in sports that made him remarkable. He was the kind of person who always had your back, no matter the circumstances, especially if you were one of his children. His love for them, no matter the distance, was unwavering and deep. That love will always be remembered. Bill spent his life working for himself, as a carpenter, but that title doesn’t give him enough credit. His creative spirit shone brightly through his work with his hands. A true artisan, he could transform simple materials with his own hands into beautiful, intricate projects that left everyone in awe. Whether it was crafting a piece of furniture or building something from scratch, his craftsmanship was unparalleled, and his creations were evidence to his skill and passion. He was a person of great warmth, humor, and kindness; leaving an unforgettable mark on those who knew him well. Bill met any challenge with resilience and humor. His love for his family, friends, and passions never wavered. In honoring his memory, we celebrate not just the difficulties he faced, but the joy, laughter, and love he brought to those around him.
He is preceded in death by his beloved son, Wesley Grant Davenport, and his oldest brothers Jimmy D. Davenport Sr., Kenneth K. Davenport, and Howard D. Davenport.
His survivors include his daughter, Anna Lillian Davenport of Elizabethtown, KY, who assisted in the loving care of her father in his final months; his son, William Brady (Brad) Davenport Jr., of Dupo, IL; his sister, Nancy Y. Haddan (Roger) of Ozark, AL; his brothers, Tommy M. Davenport of Ozark, AL, and Donald E. Davenport (Mark Van Pelt) of Orlando, FL. Many special nieces, nephews, and in-laws also survive. The family would like to express their appreciation to DaySpring Hospice for the care provided by their entire team.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Paul Trant at the age of 71.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother Minnie Keller; parents, J.B. and Merle Jean Trant; three paternal uncles, Allen, Jack, and Arthur Trant; three paternal aunts, Nora Miller, Ula Mae Carrol, and Bannie Trubeau; and his beloved wife, Sonja McDaniels Trant.
He is survived by his daughter, Jamie McDaniels; son-in-law, Ryan Toups; sister-in-law, Lavoice McDonald; and brother-in-law, Don McDaniels (Karen). He also leaves behind his maternal aunt Paula (Ray) Howell, as well as many cousins, in-laws, and extended family members.
Mike dedicated many years of his life to working at Fleming Foods and Magnolia Market in Geneva. In his free time, he enjoyed listening to music and following sports. He was a proud member of the Geneva High School class of 1972. He had a special greeting for everyone: “Everything almost perfect?” He played the trombone and loved attending Troy games to see “The Sound of the South” marching band and watch the football team. Above all else, Mike enjoyed being with his buddies. Though he was an only child, he had many, many brothers whom he loved very much.
Mike loved his daughter dearly and fondly called her his “little big girl.” People often remarked on how much she (actually his stepdaughter) looked like him, and he never corrected them but proudly responded, “Thank you.” He cared for his wife until she passed in May of 2022 and spoke of her as if she were with him in his final days.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 4, 2025, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home with Rev. Michael Herrera officiating. Burial will follow in Liberty Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Pallbearers for his service will be Charlie Fleming, Dennis Huggins, Don Crutchfield, Bill Ammons, Royce Reagan, Steve Hatcher, Benny Speigner, and Bobby Nolan. The Geneva High School class of 1972 are honorary pallbearers.
His daughter would like to extend a special thanks to the people who took extra special care of him in his final years: River Valley Rehab, Bonifay Nursing Home, Barbara Gonzales, Irma Cross, Tony Helms, Bill Ammons (and the rest of the Maple Avenue Baptist Church community), Benny Speigner, Charlie Fleming, and many others.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org) in his memory.
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
DOTHAN. . .Silas Dean Moat, a resident of Dothan, died early Tuesday morning, December 31, 2024, at his home. He was 46.
There are no memorial or funeral services planned at this time. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
Silas Dean Moat was a lifelong resident of Dothan. He was disabled all his lifetime. Silas Dean was affiliated with the Madrid Assembly of God.
Surviving relatives include his mother, Cathy Kirkland and step-father, Roy Patterson, Dothan; his father, Ray Kirkland, Dothan; a sister, Marie Kirkland, Kinsey; a brother, Ray “Little Ray” Kirkland, Dothan; three nieces and two nephews.
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.
Mrs. Quinoma Pridgen Grant, age 83 of Geneva, Alabama died December 29, 2024 after a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at First Baptist Church of Geneva with Dr. Ed Scott officiating and Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the church on Thursday beginning at 9:30 a.m.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the First Baptist Church of Geneva, Alabama.
Mrs. Grant was born July 25, 1941, in Geneva County to the late Lelon and Myrtle Pridgen in the Hacoda Community. She was a graduate of Samson High School, Troy University and the University of Alabama. Mrs. Grant retired with over 38 years of teaching with a majority of those years having served as guidance counselor at Geneva High School. Her love for the students and her desire to direct, nurture and encourage them was an accomplishment for which she took great pride.
Mrs. Grant was a long-time member of First Baptist Church, the Open Door Sunday School Class, the WMU Circle, the Retired Teachers Association, Delta Kappa Gamma and the Athenaeum Club of which in 2016 she was honored as a 50 year member. She also loved her monthly lunch meetings with the Samson High School class of 1959.
Survivors of Mrs. Grant include her husband of over 60 years, Joe Grant, one daughter Jolie Grant Starling and son-in-law Jay, of Montgomery, Alabama; one granddaughter, Gigi Starling Azar and her husband Michael of Birmingham, Alabama; one brother Roger Pridgen of Hacoda, one nephew Shane Pridgen and one niece Randa Culverhouse.
Honorary pall bearers will be Rex Bynum, Dan Campbell, Wynnton Melton, Stephen Smith, Kerry McLaney, Brad Bynum, and Scott Jordan.
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
Mayor Clay King, 60, passed away on December 28th, 2024. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Clay was born on July 8th, 1964, in Samson, Alabama. He was a lifelong employee of Samson Banking Company and servant to his community. He served on Samson City Council for 4 years (1992-1996) and as mayor for 28 years (1996-present). He was known for his love and dedication to his hometown and the people he represented.
The simplest pleasures in life brought great joy to Clay. He loved spending time with his wife, beekeeping, cooking and watching wildlife at the farm. He was a devoted father who was loved dearly by his children.
Clay is proceeded in death by his mother and father, Gray and Frank King. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Brannon King, his children, Katherine Ashcroft (Clayton), Randal White (Bridgett), Rob White (Jessica) and his grandchildren, Miles Ashcroft, Evie White, Cooper White, Maverick White, Roman White, and Abigail White, 4 siblings, Libby Griswold, Buddy King (Terri), David King (Linda), and Jamie King; several nieces, and nephews. His memory will be cherished by all who knew him.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the First Baptist Church of Samson with Rev. Danny Branch officiating. The family will receive friends at the church on Friday beginning at 11:00 a.m. There will not be a graveside service following the funeral.
In addition to flowers, donations to the City of Samson for a new community playground, a project currently working on, will be accepted. Donations for the playground can be made at Samson City Hall, 16 E. Main Street, Samson, Alabama 36477.
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.net
Levy Hagler Ward of Geneva passed away on Saturday, December 28, 2024. He was 94 years old.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Warren Holloway Ward with the Rev. Ben Vickers officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, January 2, 2025, from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers the family request that memorial contributions be made to the First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 517, Geneva, AL 36340 or to Friends of the Emma Kenan Library, P.O. Box 550, Geneva, AL 36340.
Levy was born in Malone, FL on November 13, 1930, to the late Hagler Dalton and Mary Thomas Ward. He was raised in Cottondale, FL. He graduated from Cottondale High School and from Chipola Junior College and then attended Florida State University for one year. He served in the Air Force for eight years during the Korean War. He was married to his wife, Jean Grigsby Ward for 71 years. They moved to Geneva in 1955 where he joined his dad and brothers in the management of Ward Motor Company for 65 years.
Levy was active in the community and served on several boards. He was a member and past president of the Geneva Rotary Club which honored him as a Paul Harris Fellow. He served as a member of the J. Walter Thompson Advertising Board for Ford Motor Company Southeastern Division in Atlanta, GA. He was a member of the Albany Bank & Trust Board of Directors in Dothan, AL. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Geneva, AL.
In his pastime, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, boating and spending time at the beach house in Panama City. On the weekends in Panama City, he enjoyed having his morning coffee with his friends at a local restaurant. They solved all the World’s problems and knew he better not come home without Thomas’ Doughnuts. Levy was an avid Alabama Crimson Tide Football fan who enjoyed attending the games with his family and close friends.
In addition to his parents, Levy was preceded in death by his brother, John T. Ward and one nephew, John T. “Little John” Ward.
He is survived by his wife, Jean Grigsby Ward of Geneva, AL; two daughters, Michele Ward Fielder of Pensacola, FL, and Shawn Ward Carter (Philip) of Geneva, AL; one grandchild, Ross Ward Fielder of St. Petersburg, FL; and one brother, Allen Eugene “Al Gene” Ward (Gail) of Cottondale, FL.
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.net
