Dianne Marie Adkison Elliott passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026. She was 73 years old.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva, Alabama. Burial will follow in Darlington Memorial Cemetery, with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Dianne was born on Eglin Air Force Base in Okaloosa County, Florida, on November 26, 1952, to the late Alton and June Gano Adkison. She devoted her life to teaching elementary education, a career she loved and served faithfully for over 30 years. In her spare time, she enjoyed antiquing and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James “Jim” Elliott, and one brother, Terry Adkison.
She is survived by her son, Jerrad Brooks (Kacey) of Alabaster, Alabama; two grandchildren, Elliott and Willa Brooks of Alabaster, Alabama; and close friends, Stella DeVaney of Tallahassee, Florida, and Monroe Brown of Geneva, Alabama.
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. . .Gayle Shirley Bullard, a resident of Montgomery, formerly of Dothan, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, April 19, 2026, in Montgomery. She was 75. A lifelong resident of Dothan, Gayle moved to Montgomery several years ago to be near her daughter.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in the First Baptist Church of Dothan with Dr. Taylor Rutland and Reverend Bob Gross officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. Wednesday in the church sanctuary. A private graveside service for the family will be in Memory Hill Cemetery. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Dothan, 300 West Main Street, Dothan, AL. 36301 or to the Dr. Ted Watson Bullard Endowed Scholarship Fund, c/o Office of Advancement, College of Veterinary Medicine, 317 South College Street, Auburn, AL 36849-5517.
Gayle Bullard was born on August 27, 1950 and was a graduate of Dothan High School and the University of Alabama where she received a full academic scholarship. While at the University, she was selected as a Crimson Girl and had the honor of being Bob Hope’s personal guide on his visit to The Capstone. She also had the unique opportunity to work alongside the legendary Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant in the Athletic Department. Gayle was a lifetime member of First Baptist Church of Dothan and was very active in the Barbara Cook Bible Study Group. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Ted Watson Bullard and her parents, William Parish “Bill” Shirley and Inez Gamble Shirley.
Gayle and her husband, Dr. Ted Bullard, shared the opportunity to live in Saudi Arabia for several years where Ted served as the Chief Veterinarian for King Faisal, taking care of the cast of Royal Falcons which were so special to the King. While living there, Gayle worked in administration at the King Faisal Hospital. Upon returning to the United States, Gayle resumed her career in administration at the Social Security Office in Dothan where she was a blessing to so many in her field of expertise. She later served as Office Manager for her sister, Ann Holman, at Holman-Whatley & Associates, a role she served faithfully until she retired to spend time with her precious and beloved grandchildren.
She leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Lynsey Anne Wood (Russ) of Montgomery; and Carla Riley (Scott) of Dothan; four grandchildren, Ruston Ryan Wood, Jr., Watson Semmes Wood, and Anna Gayle Wood all of Montgomery; Davis Watson Riley of Washington, D.C.; a sister, Ann Shirley Holman, Dothan; a nephew, Dr. W. Russell Holman, III of Birmingham; a special Aunt, Betty Gamble Mitchell of Dothan, formerly of Headland; and her beloved and devoted caretakers, Melanie Faulk of Clayton, alongside Kimberly Smith of Montgomery.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Dr. W. Russell Holman, III, Scott Riley, Russ Wood, Ruston Wood, Watson Wood, Davis Riley, Dr. J. Paul Maddox and Dr. Ted Williams. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be the Barbara Cook Sunday School Class and Dr. Dan Denney, Marty Howard and Dr. John Wessner.
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.
Ronny Lathanual Strickland, age 77, passed away unexpectedly on April 17, 2026, in Geneva, Alabama.
Ronny was born on December 27, 1948, to the late Chalmas and Shelly Mae Spivey Strickland. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Gail Strickland; his brothers, Bruce Strickland and Jerome Strickland; and his sister, Roselyn Hovey.
Ronny spent several years working as a farmer in Barbour County before moving to Dothan, where he dedicated more than 30 years working in maintenance at an apartment complex. He was known as a hardworking and dependable man who took pride in everything he did.
He was a member of Pine Level Baptist Church.
He had a deep love for sports, especially football and softball. Ronny volunteered for many years helping coach his grandson’s peewee teams, a role he truly cherished. He never missed an opportunity to show up for his grandchildren, always cheering them on from the sidelines. He especially loved supporting his Cottonwood softball girls, where his presence and encouragement meant so much.
Ronny is survived by his son, Nick Strickland, and daughter-in-law, Jennifer Strickland; his cherished grandchildren, Colin and Emily Strickland; and his sisters, Brenda Long (Larry) and Mary Thompson. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews who will miss him dearly.
Ronny will be remembered for his unwavering love for his family, his kind heart, and his constant support for those he loved. His presence will be deeply missed, but the memories he leaves behind will be treasured forever.
Pallbearers: Jason Thompson, Colin Strickland, Scott Parrish, Jarrod Long, Dustin Fowler, and Evan Thompson.
Honor Line: Cottonwood Softball Girls.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday at Pine Level Baptist Church, 1110 Co. Rd 33, Louisville, AL 36048. Visitation will be held at 10:00 AM prior to the service. Burial will follow in the church cemetery under the direction of Keahey Funeral Home of Clio.
Rev. Russell Hagler will be officiating. Beverly Danford will provide special music.
Obituary from Holman Funeral Home of Ozark – Ozark, Alabama
Mrs. Sarah Nell Hysmith Weeks, a resident of Ozark, died Saturday, April 18, 2026, in Flowers Hospital. She was 75 years old. A memorial service for Mrs. Weeks will be held 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in the Chapel of Holman Funeral Home in Ozark with Mrs. Debbie Self officiating. Holman Funeral Home of Ozark has been entrusted with the arrangements. Condolences may be expressed at www.HolmanFuneralHome.com
Mrs. Weeks was born May 8, 1950, in New Brockton, Alabama. She attended Charles Henderson High School. Sarah worked as a cook in the deli of Food Giant in Elba and with Post Exchange Service at Fort Rucker. She was a member of Post Oak Baptist Church in Ozark. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed fishing, trips to the beach and music. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Kristy Bundrum; five sisters, Ester Bradshaw, Betty Hysmith, Jeanelle Hysmith, Earlene Brown and Paulene King; and one brother, Roscoe Hysmith.
Survivors include her husband, Derrell Portwood of Ozark; one daughter, Tasha Bowman (Dustin) of Troy; one son, Jerry Tallent of Ozark. Four grandchildren, many nieces and nephews also survive.
Harold Dean Burgett, Sr., a resident of Abbeville, Alabama, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026, at his residence. He was 76 years old.
Memorial services will be held Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at Whiteoak United Methodist Church in Eufaula, with Rev. Ronald Jernigan officiating. A visitation will be held Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Glover Funeral Home Chapel in Eufaula. Flowers will be accepted.
Harold was born on July 9, 1949, in Sawyersville, Kentucky, to the late Gardner and Alti Howard Burgett. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, horses, farming, driving race cars, antique car shows, and singing karaoke. Harold was a member of Whiteoak United Methodist Church and was very active in the food pantry.
He is preceded in death by his parents; three sons, Harold Dean Burgett, Jr., Scotty Burgett, and Dustin Burgett; sister, Delores.
Survivors include his fiancé, Vanessa Martz; son, Jeffery Burgett; brother, William Burgett, three sisters, Wilma, Charlene, and Nancy; five grandchildren, Kelsey. Emily, Jeffery, Anthony, and Harold; numerous nieces and nephews.
Glover Funeral Home of Eufaula was entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 687-5725. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Joe Eddie Moore, III., affectionally known as Trey, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026, at his residence in Dothan, Alabama. He was 42 years old.
Memorial services will be held Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in the Glover Funeral Home Chapel in Eufaula with Rev. Shane Traylor officiating. Graveside services will follow the service in the Fairview Cemetery Addition 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 Wiregrass Humane Society- 255 Jerry Drive SW Dothan, Alabama 36303 or Southern Souls Animal League- 1702 North Eufaula Ave. Eufaula, Alabama 36027.
Trey was born on December 13, 1983, in Eufaula, Alabama to Joe Eddie Moore, Jr. and Cari Whyle Moore. He enjoyed watching movies, grilling, keeping his pool in great condition, collecting artillery, his Christmas tree, and was known as a prankster that loved a good joke.
He is preceded in death by his father, Joe Eddie Moore, Jr.; paternal grandparents, Thelma T. and Joe Eddie Moore, Sr.; maternal grandmother, Bev Moody; aunt, Chrissy Golden.
Left to cherish his loving memories are his mother, Cari Moore; his daughter, that he loved more than life, Maddy Moore; aunt, Donna Cook (Jimmy); aunts, Tammy McGlamory, Teresa Garner (Danny), Tabitha DeLaney (Rob); cousins, Joely Cook Owens (Rusty), Gracie Owens, Josie Owens, Tessa Halford (Daniel), Larrissa Purswell, Bridgett Marsala (Noah), Blake Golden, Corey Gilmore, Cassie Oswalt (Dusty), Chelsie Shuler (Nathan), Cody DeLaney (Hwayun), and Tiffany Walker (Chase); two fur babies that he adored, Beauty Girl and Sophie.
Glover Funeral Home of Eufaula was entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 687-5725. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Harold Dean Burgett, Sr., a resident of Abbeville, Alabama, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026, at his residence. He was 76 years old.
Joe Eddie Moore, III., affectionally known as Trey, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026, at his residence in Dothan, Alabama. He was 42 years old.