by WHW Funeral Home | Oct 9, 2025 | Obituaries
Peggy Louise McCall of Samson, AL passed away at her home on Thursday, October 9, 2025. She was 77 years old.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 13, 2025, at Shady Grove Assembly of God Church Cemetery with Rev. Jimmy Eddins officiating and Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL directing.
Peggy was born in Samson, AL on November 25, 1947, to the late Raymond and Bertha Lolley McCall. She was a lifetime member of Samson First Assembly of God.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Earl McCall.
Peggy is survived by one sister, Joyce Hagans of Samson, AL; one brother, Lomax McCall (Kay) of Samson, AL; granddaughter, Rebecca Qualls (Tommy) of Samson, AL; and a host of church family and friends.
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
by Holman Funeral Home of Ozark | Oct 9, 2025 | Obituaries
Obituary from Holman Funeral Home of Ozark – Ozark, Alabama
Mrs. Joyce Evans Strickland, 84, a resident of Ozark, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loved ones.
Funeral services for Mrs. Strickland will be 11:00 A. M. Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Camp Ground Baptist Church with Reverend Merrell Henry officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery, Holman Funeral Home of Ozark directing. The family will receive friends in the church Thursday from 10:00 A.M. until service time.
Mrs. Strickland was born May 24, 1941 in Brooklyn, New York to the late Curtis L. Evans and Mary Louise McIntyre Evans. She was raised in Ozark by her aunt and uncle, Jack and Estelle McIntyre. Joyce graduated from Troy University with a degree in Human Services and worked for the Dale County Department of Human Resources until her retirement. She was a faithful member of Camp Ground Baptist Church and loved her church family with all her heart. She was a prayer warrior. Although she was homebound the last six months of her life, she ministered to every person that came to her home. She was a true disciple of Jesus Christ and her faith and evangelism was not limited by her illness. Joyce, along with her daughter, Darlene, had a group of ladies that helped care for her that she loved and called them her “special angels” Joni Martin (Jason), Jeanie Eddy (Randy) and Sherry McCormick. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Dimpsy Kelly Strickland Sr.; and her cousins/siblings, Louise Novak, Jean Price and Billy McIntyre. Survivors include one daughter, Andrea Darlene Dezso; one son, Dimpsy K. Strickland Jr. (Terri); grandchildren, Samuel Kelly Strickland (Abby), Haley McGuire (Bryce) and Dylan Strickland; one great granddaughter, Wrenly McGuire. Several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. The family would like to express a special thanks to DaySpring Hospice, Center Well Home Health, Keesha Tyler, Leneer Thomas and Robert Taylor for their expert care and love. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Camp Ground Baptist Church, 3898 West Andrews Avenue, Ozark, Alabama 36360; or to Samaritans Purse (SamaritansPurse.org)
by Holman Funeral Home of Ozark | Oct 9, 2025 | Obituaries
Obituary from Holman Funeral Home of Ozark – Ozark, Alabama
Mr. Theodore Norman “Ted” Sleeper, a resident of Ozark, died Monday, October 6, 2025, in Southeast Health Medical Center. He was 84 years old. n keeping with the wishes of the family, there are no public services planned for Mr. Sleeper. Holman Funeral Home of Ozark has been entrusted with the arrangements. Condolences may be expressed at www.HolmanFuneralHome.com
Mr. Sleeper was born September 27, 1941 in New Hampshire and grew up there. He joined the United States Army following high school and served for twenty-four years which included service in Vietnam. After his military service, he worked with Pemco as an aircraft mechanic until his retirement. He enjoyed wood working and watching the New England Patriots football. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by the mother of his sons, Gudrun Agatha “Candy” Sleeper. Survivors include his wife, Sue Ann Godbout Sleeper of Ozark; two sons, Norman Sleeper (Denise) of Ozark and Christian Sleeper of Ariton; two sisters, Karen Sedgley and Diann Nussbaum; three brothers, Ray Sleeper, Dennis Cogan and Mickey Cogan.
by Wright Funeral Home | Oct 9, 2025 | Obituaries
ERICA SLAWSON PHILLIPS
NEW BROCKTON… Erica Slawson Phillips, a resident of New Brockton, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at a Dothan hospital. She was 48.
Memorial service will be on Friday the 10th of October, held at the Kingdom Hall (1540 Damascus Rd, Enterprise, AL 36330) at 3pm. Those who wish to join us are welcome. After the service, we will be releasing balloons in her memory at Johnny Henderson Family Park, Enterprise. If you would like to be there, you are very welcome. If you are not able to attend the memorial service for Erica tomorrow, but would still like to be a part of it and pay your respects virtually, please find the Zoom link below.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81273747624… Meeting ID: 812 7374 7624Password: 702684
Mrs. Phillips was born in Opp, Alabama to the late Gerald Robert Slawson and Shirley Elaine Walden Slawson. She was a 1995 graduate of New Brockton High School. Erica has lived in New Brockton, Alabama for the last 26 years. She attended the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses – Enterprise, Alabama. She loved life and her family more. She loved to fish, and she especially loved fishing at Ft. Gaines, Georgia and thought of it as a second home. She loved the outdoors, and cooking was one of her passions. She was blessed with the gift of gab and never met a stranger. She will be missed by all who know her as a friend.
Leaving to cherish her memories are her husband, Jeremy Phillips; her daughters, Jacy Phillips and Kyla Phillips; her son, John Phillips; and her sister, Melissa Slawson Montgomery.
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by Sunset Memorial Park | Oct 8, 2025 | Obituaries
Linda Carleen Peebles, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, passed away on October 6, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama. Born on July 11, 1950, in Eatonton, Georgia, Linda’s life was defined by love, creativity, and an unwavering devotion to her family and those fortunate enough to know her.
Linda was preceded in death by her loving husband and soulmate, John Peebles, with whom she shared thirty wonderful years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Vereene Freeman, and her brothers, Gordon Freeman and Glen Freeman.
She is survived by her daughters, April Barrick (Scott) and Carla Bush, who were her greatest joy and proudest accomplishments. Her grandchildren—Peyton Creel (Jade), Allie-Anne Carter (Gauge), and Tatum Barrick—brought endless pride to her heart, and her great-grandchildren, JP Creel and Hattie Faye Carter, were a constant source of delight. Linda also leaves behind her siblings, Rocky Freeman (Kim) and Lynn Armstrong (Martin), and her cherished nieces and nephews, Shaun (Kristin), Cole (Amber), Ian (Kassie), Kyle, and Kala (Jobe), as well as several great-nieces and nephews. Each of them carries with them a piece of Linda’s love, laughter, and wisdom.
Before her retirement, Linda devoted her career working with special needs people in Blakely and Dothan. She had a heart for service and a gift for lifting up those around her. Her colleagues remember her for her steady compassion, her sense of humor, and her genuine care for every person she met.
Linda’s passions filled her life with color and meaning. She loved spending time outdoors, tending to her flowers, and watching the birds that visited her garden. Her loyal dogs were constant companions, sharing in her quiet moments and daily joys. A gifted artist, Linda expressed herself through drawing, painting, sculpting, and sewing—leaving behind beautiful works that reflect her creativity and love for detail. Family gatherings were some of her happiest times; whether she was grilling in the backyard or hosting Christmas with a warm smile and full heart, Linda found true joy in bringing people together. And when Auburn played, she was right there cheering, her energy and laughter filling the room.
To know Linda was to know grace, generosity, and genuine warmth. She had a rare ability to make others feel seen and valued, and her kindness left a lasting imprint on every life she touched. Though she is no longer with us, her spirit remains woven into the lives of those she loved. Her legacy is one of compassion, creativity, and family—a reminder of the beauty that comes from a life lived with an open heart.
A celebration of Linda’s life will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, October 10, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Home with Rev. Charles Goldsmith officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time.
Sunset Memorial Park Funeral Home (334) 983-6604 www.SunsetMemorialPark.com
by Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home | Oct 8, 2025 | Obituaries
OZARK…Mrs. Cynthia Marie Williams Taylor, a resident of Ozark, died early Saturday morning, September 27, 2025, in the Ozark Health & Rehabilitation Facility in Ozark. She was 51.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Saturday, October 11, 2025, in the St. Rose Baptist Church with Pastor Freddie Smith officiating. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:00 P.M. Saturday at the church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Shellie Raymond Williams and Elnora Dubose Williams of Skipperville and a sister, Cathy Jean Williams, Clarksville, Tennessee.
Surviving relatives include her children, Jalen Leigh Taylor, Ozark and Jacindya Hope Williams-Taylor, Skipperville; siblings, Brenda Williams Richards (David), Skipperville, Aretha Floyd (Jamar), Ozark, Raymond Lorenza Williams (Cherissa), Ozark, Angela Denise Williams, Montgomery, and Sheldian Williams, Skipperville; grandson, Makari Xavier Jenkins, Ozark; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
