Theodore Clay “Theo” Nowling, infant son of Alicia Lynn Lovitt and Seth Edward Nowling, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus Friday, February 7, 2025, after 121 minutes of life.
Psalm 121: I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth. He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber. Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep. The Lord is thy keeper: the Lord is thy shade upon thy right hand. The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the moon by night. The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul. The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.
A private celebration of life will be held for Theo at a later date. Holman Funeral Home of Ozark has been entrusted with the arrangements. Other survivors include grandparents Clay and Louvinda Lovitt of Ozark, Jeannie and James Pearson of Temple, Texas.
Mr. Carlos Gonzalez Sanchez, a resident of Oakview Manor in Ozark, passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2025, in Dale Medical Center following a brief illness. He was 54 years old.
Funeral services for Mr. Sanchez will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday, February 13, 2025, in the Chapel of Holman Funeral Home in Ozark with Father Chris Boutin officiating. Holman Funeral Home of Ozark has been entrusted with the local arrangements. The family will receive friends at the funeral home in Ozark Thursday from 10:00 A.M. until service time. Burial will be in Panteon San Nicolas Cemetery in Maravillas Zacatecas Mexico.
Mr. Sanchez was born September 25, 1970 and raised in Zacatecas México, in a small rural area, ( las Huertas to be exact ). His parents are Martimiana Sanchez and Cruz Gonzalez; his siblings Ramiro, Juana, Alberto, Artemio, Manuel, Hortencia , Antonio . He went to school until the 3rd grade when his family needed him to help with the farming at a very young age along with his brothers. They helped his father take care of livestock and the land. When he was 17 years old, he met Sanjuanita the summer of 1988. Long before summer was over they both came to Texas where they got married and started a family. On June 1, 1989 was born a heathy 7lb 10 oz baby boy, Carlos Jr. and one year after, Carlos decided to get a better job and moved to Alabama by himself in hopes of a better future for his family. Three months later his wife and child followed him to Enterprise, Alabama. On July 20,1991 Miguel Adrian Gonzalez is born, followed by Alfredo de Jesus in April 4, 1996, Martin Alejandro December 15, 1997, and last but least Alexa Berenice on August 14, 2003 “Daddy’s Little Girl”.
Robert “Bobby” Dean Murphy of Samson, AL passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at his residence. He was 89 years old.
The family will have a time of visitation from 2:00 -3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva, AL. Graveside funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 1:15 p.m. from the Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo, AL with full military honors. Minister Douglas Williams will be officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be made to the Geneva Church of Christ, 602 W. Maple Ave., Geneva, AL 36340 in Mr. Bobby’s memory.
Mr. Bobby was born in Michigan on September 17, 1935 to the late Nelson and Leora Olson Murphy. He proudly served his country in the US Army. During his time in the military, he served as a firefighter. After retirement, he enjoyed working outside and fishing.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Margaret Pearl Gibson Murphy; stepson, David Christopher Williams; two brothers, Arthur and Stacy Murphy; one son-in-law, Jimmy Cecil Bryant.
Mr. Bobby is survived by his wife, Judy Murphy; one son, Robert Edward Murphy (Cherrila); one daughter, Wanda Diane Bryant; Stepson, Steven Henry Williams (Misty); nine grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and two step grandchildren.
OZARK…Mrs. Ruth Paulk Marshall, a resident of Ozark, passed away early Saturday evening, February 8, 2025, at her home. She was 91.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday, February 14, 2025, at Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Leonard T. Evans officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Memory Gardens. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 12:00 until 1:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.
Surviving relatives include her husband, Alfred M. Marshall (Sergeant First Class, United States Army, Retired); daughter, Cassandra McLeod (Kenny), all of Ozark; two grandchildren, Korey McLeod (Amaka) and Kendra McLeod; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
ARITON…Mr. Billy Ray Goodson, a resident of Ariton, died Sunday afternoon, February 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at his home. He was 79.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. Dennis Tew and his son-in-law, Pastor Robin Bell officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. Wednesday at the church.
Mr. Goodson, son of the late LB (Tate) and Leona Rachel Goodson, was a native of the Marley Mill Community, near Ozark. He retired from Fort Rucker as an aircraft mechanic after over thirty years of employment. Mr. Goodson was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. He served in the Alabama Army National Guard in the Ariton Unit. Mr. Goodson was preceded in death by a sister, Glennie Ruth Sitz and three brothers, Kenneth “Pete” Goodson and his wife, Gladys, Shorty Goodson, and Gerald L. Goodson.
Surviving relatives include his wife of fifty-seven years, Glenda Littlefield Goodson, Ariton; his children, Rex Andrews (Rhonda), Newton, Ron Goodson (Tonya), and Donna Bell (Robin), all of Ariton; sister, Shirley Boose, Ozark; sister-in-law, Kathryn Hughes Goodson, Rocky Head Community; grandchildren, Megan Faulk (Kaegan), Rex Allen Andrews, Avery Andrews, Erica Goodson, Kayleigh Winn (Blaise), Danielle McKeown (Skylar), Jonathan Stinson, Chase Goodson, Cede Davis (Brandon), Samantha Prestwood (Kelsey), Josh Bell (Destiny), Antony Coy; great-grandchildren, Flynt Faulk, Styles Fuller, Emersyn McKeown, Dawson McKeown, Beckham Winn, Brooks McKeown, Evelyn Rae Davis, Nolan Davis, Tate Davis, Redick Prestwood, Jo Kate Prestwood, J.B. Bell, and Maggie Sue Bell; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Larry Goodson, Byron Goodson, Jerry Goodson, Terry Goodson, Greg Boose, Brandon Davis, and Kelsey Prestwood.
The family would like to thank Gentiva Hospice for their loving care and kindness shown to Mr. Goodson and his family and also to Sharon Webster, his caregiver, during his illness.
MSGT. Jonah “Ray” Kornegay, USAF (Retired) a dedicated Air Force Veteran, loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on February 7th, 2025.
Born January 10th, 1951 in Dothan, Alabama, Ray enlisted in the Air Force at the age of 20 where he served for 20 years as both a vehicle operator and parachute fabrication supervisor.
During his time of service, including The Vietnam War, he earned many commendations and awards, including: The Air Force Overseas Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal with Device, Air Force Good Conduct Medal, NCO Professional Military Education Graduate with Device, Air Force Longevity Service Award, and the National Defense Service Medal.
After retiring as an E-7Master Sergeant, he moved to Abbeville, Alabama to live the lake life with the love of his life, Jan. Ray was an avid sportsman, Crimson Tide fan, proud grandfather, and dedicated family man.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 35 years; Jan Kornegay, Parents; James Amos Kornegay and Pearlie Lee McCollough Kornegay, brother; John “Dudley” Kornegay, and sister; Martha Helon Kornegay Woodham (Tom).
Survivors include his daughter Kim Miller (Danny), his grandson; Blake Miller (Abbey), great-grandson; Luke Miller, sister; Linda Rena Kornegay Harrison (Jimmy), sister-in-law; Susan Kornegay, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins who loved him dearly.
He will be remembered for his unwavering devotion and pride to his family, his country, and the values he held dear.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to a charitable organization of your choice.
