Bryan Ross Barker, born on June 18, 1991, in Flemington, New Jersey, passed away on August 2, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unforgettable spirit.
Bryan lived a life that was full of heart and character. He was the kind of person who made a lasting impression on everyone he met, and he carried himself with a warmth that drew people in. He wore his heart on his sleeve and loved others openly and sincerely, never hesitating to show compassion, loyalty, and kindness. Those who knew him will remember his fearless nature, his strong will, and the way he embraced life with energy and enthusiasm. He was full of life in every sense, and he had a way of making others feel seen, valued, and cared for.
Born in Flemington, New Jersey, Bryan moved to Panama City at an early age, where he spent much of his life and built many of the memories that shaped him. He grew up with a deep appreciation for the water and all the freedom it represented. He loved fishing, surfing, skateboarding, and boating, and he was happiest when he was living life to the extreme. He had no fear and approached each day with the kind of boldness that reflected his adventurous spirit. His love for the outdoors and for excitement was matched only by the depth of his compassion and the sincerity of his heart.
Bryan carried on a proud family tradition as a fourth-generation tile setter, working alongside his father and honoring the craftsmanship that had been passed down through generations. He took pride in his work and understood the value of dedication, skill, and family legacy. Through his trade, he continued a meaningful connection to those who came before him, and he contributed his own talent and determination to that enduring tradition.
He is survived by his wife, Crystal Sims-Barker; his father, Bill (Blakelynn) Barker; his mother, Cathy Barker-Weakley (Ham); his stepbrother, Jack Zlotea; his grandparents, Richard and Carolyn McGinnis; his step grandfather, JR Suggs; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins who loved him dearly. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Martha Suggs and Ernie Barker. Bryan will also be remembered by all who welcomed him into their lives and were touched by his generous nature and magnetic personality.
Bryan was an amazing son and an extraordinary human being. He was charming and had a personality that could light up a room. He had a gentle way of connecting with people and a rare ability to make others feel comfortable and appreciated. He was the kind of man who brought laughter, energy, and affection wherever he went, and his presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Though his time on earth was far too short, Bryan’s life was rich in love, passion, and meaningful relationships. He will be remembered for his fearless spirit, his compassionate heart, and the joy he brought to those around him. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, in the traditions he honored, and in the countless moments of happiness he shared with others.
A celebration of Bryan’s life will be held at 2:00pm on August 15, 2026, at Sunset Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 1:00pm-2:00pm on Saturday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Epilepsy Agency of the Big Bend in memory of Bryan Barker. Gifts may be made online at https://eabb.org/or mailed to Epilepsy Agency of the Big Bend, 1515 Lee Avenue, Suite B, Tallahassee, FL 32303.
Obituary from Holman Funeral Home of Ozark – Ozark, Alabama
Mrs. Janice Marie Botts Jenkins, a resident of Midland City, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026, in Ozark Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was 87 years old.
Funeral services for Mrs. Jenkins will be 11:00 A.M. Friday, August 7, 2026, in the Chapel of Holman Funeral Home in Ozark with Reverend Jason Miller officiating. Interment will follow in Corinth Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery, Holman Funeral Home of Ozark directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home in Ozark Friday from 10:00 A.M. until service time.
Mrs. Jenkins was born October 2, 1938 in Pike County, Alabama to the late Fred Botts and Rosa Mae Long Botts. She was an elementary school teacher with the Dale County School System until her retirement. Mrs. Jenkins enjoyed sewing and working in her yard.
Survivors include one daughter Michelle Kimbro (Clayton) of Echo; one son, Marty McKinney of Toomsboro, Georgia; one sister, Linda Herbert of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; one brother, Mervin Botts of Columbus, Georgia; and one grandson, Orein Carr of Huntsville, Alabama.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in her memory to Corinth Freewill Baptist Church, C/O Aliisa Horne, P. O. Box 715, Midland City, Alabama 36350.
David Harold Alberson, Sr. of Chancellor passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was 75 years old.
Born on February 3, 1951, in Geneva County to Joe Hill and Peggy Williams Alberson, Harold lived a life defined by hard work, devotion to his family, and a deep love for his community. For more than 55 years, he was a respected auctioneer in the cattle industry, a profession he truly loved. He also found great joy in tending the land where he was raised.
Harold was preceded in death by his parents, Joe Hill and Peggy Williams Alberson; his sister, Alma Sue Alberson; and his brother, Billy Joe Alberson.
He leaves behind his son, David Alberson, and daughter-in-law, Shelley; his cherished grandchildren, Halle Alberson, Jada Allen, Madison Miliner, and Caitlyn Miliner; and his beloved great-grandchildren, Addison Grace Lanier and Avery Turner. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Barbara Alberson; nieces, Storie Atkins and her husband, Mark, Tonya Strahan, and Vanessa Reid and her husband, Jim; along with many extended family members and dear friends who will forever treasure his memory.
A funeral service celebrating Harold’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in the chapel of Sorrells Home in Slocomb. Burial will follow at Wesley Chapel Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Serving as pallbearers will be Billy Gulledge, Kerry “Cowboy” Campbell, Kerry McLaney, Todd Brannon, Lane Strahan, and Tony Hales.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Gentiva Hospice and caregivers Debbie Turner and Pat Bywater for the exceptional care, compassion, and support they provided.
Harold will be remembered for his unwavering dedication to his family, his lifelong commitment to the cattle industry, and the kindness he shared with everyone he met. His legacy of love, friendship, and hard work will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Helen Smith Turner, age 75, of Ozark, Alabama, passed away on August 3, 2026, in her home with family and friends. She was born on September 1, 1950, in Donalsonville, Georgia, to the late A.W. Amith and Suth Sheffield Smith, and lived a life marked by warmth, generosity, and unwavering devotion to those she loved. Helen grew up in Donalsonville where she developed the cheerful and friendly spirit that would define her throughout her life. Those who knew her would readily attest that she possessed a rare and genuine happiness, a natural ability to make others feel welcome, and a loving heart that touched everyone she encountered.
Helen carried herself with a gentle, cheerful spirit that touched everyone she met. She was loving, selfless, and friendly, and those words reflected the way she lived each day. She had a warm presence, a gracious heart, and a natural ability to make others feel welcome and cared for. Her life was centered on the people she loved.
Helen embraced her role as a proud housewife. She took great pride in caring for her home and family, and she approached that calling with diligence and responsibility. She was a woman of steady character and quiet strength, and she was admired for the care she gave to those around her. Her life reflected a deep sense of purpose in her family responsibilities.
Faith was an important part of Helen’s life. She was a Christian and found comfort and strength in her beliefs throughout her life. She attended Highpoint Church in Enterprise, Alabama. Her faith was reflected in the way she treated others, with kindness, humility, and compassion. She lived with gratitude and grace, and her church involvement was one more expression of the devotion that shaped her life.
Helen especially treasured her role as a loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by her daughter, Amy Hume, and her son, Chad Higginbotham (Angie). She was a proud grandmother to Quint Hume, Kinley Higginbotham, and Brantley Higginbotham. Her family was the center of her world, and she cherished every moment spent with them. Her love for them was constant and unconditional. She also leaves behind very special friends, David and Melba Lassy.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, W.R. “Buck” Turner, whom she married in 1983 and shared her life with until his passing in 2021. Their marriage was a lasting partnership built on love, commitment, and shared devotion. Helen also was preceded in death by her parents, A.W. and Ruth Smith; by her brothers, Larry Smith and Gregory Smith; and by her sister, Merilyn Sowell. She is survived by one sister, Karen Kimbrel.
Helen enjoyed the simple pleasures of life and found happiness in the things that made a home feel warm and inviting. She loved to cook and entertain friends and family, and she was happiest when gathered with the people she loved. She was an avid reader and appreciated the comfort and companionship found in a good book, especially her Bible. She also enjoyed spending time caring for her flower garden and surroundings, and she had an appreciation for the beauty of everyday life. Her interests reflected her thoughtful nature and her desire to create joy for others.
Those who knew Helen will remember her as cheerful and friendly, with a heart that was always open and a smile that could brighten a room. She had a way of making others feel at ease, and her kindness left a lasting impression on all who knew her. Her life was a blessing to her family and to all who were fortunate enough to share in it. Though she will be deeply missed, her legacy of love, faith, and devotion will live on in the hearts of those she leaves behind.
The family would like to express a special thanks to Community Hospice of Dale Medical Center for the care and compassion they provided to Helen and Amy.
James Robert Davis, a resident of Eufaula, Alabama, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2026, in Panama City, Florida. He was 73 years old.
Funeral services will be held Friday, August 7, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Glover Funeral Home Chapel in Eufaula with Rev. Steve Montgomery officiating. The burial will follow in the Pea River Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Clio with Glover Funeral Home directing. A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Flowers will be accepted.
Robert was born on January 22, 1953, in Eufaula, Alabama, to the late Roy Talmadge and Barbara Gearldine (Searcy) Davis. Robert retired from Golden Flake with 43 years of service. He enjoyed going on cruises, watching westerns, old cars, and drinking coffee with his friends at the corner store. Most of all, Robert loved his grandchildren more than anything. He was of the Baptist faith.
He is preceded in death by his parents and his loving wife, Bobbie Irene (Faulk) Davis.
Left to cherish his memories are his son, Bryan Scott Davis, two grandchildren, Gavin Christian Davis and Emily Nicole Davis; brother, Roy “RT” Davis, sister, Rita Loe; two nieces, Becky Walraven and Susan Mims.
Asked to serve as pallbearers are Tim Marsh, Michael White, Jimmy Stuckey, David Wilson, Aurthur “Popps” Lasseter, and Nathan Whitehead.
Glover Funeral Home and Crematory of Eufaula was entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 687-5725. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
WATKINSVILLE, Georgia…Our hearts are filled with both sorrow and gratitude as we remember the life of our mother Annie Catherine Sutton Stevenson. At the age of 90, Annie peacefully went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 3, 2026, with her daughter by her side. Though we will miss her deeply, we are thankful for the love, faith, and kindness she shared so generously throughout her life.
Born on August 14, 1935, in Clio, Alabama, Annie was the daughter of Ellis and Ruby Sutton and the only girl in her family of four children. She later made her home in Daleville, Alabama, where she spent most of her life surrounded by her husband of 68 years, family, friends, and a church community she dearly loved.
Annie’s life was defined by unwavering faith, selfless service, and unconditional love for others. She was a devoted member of Daleville Baptist Church, where she faithfully sang in the choir, participated in church ministries, and served wherever she saw a need. Her faith was not merely something she professed—it was evident in the kindness, compassion, and generosity she extended to everyone she met.
She found great joy in serving others through the Baptist Children’s Homes, preparing meals for young ministers at Florida Bible College, and quietly ministering to those who needed encouragement. Annie never met a stranger. Whether offering a home cooked meal, a listening ear, or a heartfelt prayer, she made everyone feel welcomed, loved, and valued.
Above all else, Annie was devoted to her family. She was a loving wife, an extraordinary mother, and a treasured “Granny” whose greatest happiness came from spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She celebrated every milestone, attended countless school programs, concerts, sporting events, and graduations, and never missed an opportunity to encourage those she loved. Her family was her greatest blessing, and she delighted in talking about them with everyone she met.
She especially enjoyed annual fall trips to the Tennessee mountains with her husband, Vernon, tending to her beautiful flowers and gardens, singing the great hymns of faith, and ending the day with a coke or ice cream.
Those who knew Annie will always remember her beautiful blue eyes that sparkled with joy, her infectious smile, and her remarkable ability to make every person feel special. She lived with humility, grace, and a servant’s heart, always placing the needs of others before her own. Her unwavering trust in the Lord remained a testimony to everyone who knew her.
Annie leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, kindness, and generosity that will continue to live on through her family and the countless lives she touched. Though her passing leaves an immeasurable void, her family rejoices in the promise that she is now whole, at peace, and forever in the presence of her Savior, hearing the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
She will be deeply missed, forever loved, and always remembered.
Annie Catherine was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Vernon of 68 years; her daughter-in-law, Sara; her granddaughter, Courtney; her brothers, Buddy Sutton, John Sutton, and Jimmy Sutton. She is survived by her children, Jackie Stevenson, Tommy Stevenson (Mary Clay), Teressa Stevenson King (James); her grandchildren, Brandon King (Paige), Elizabeth Stevenson Johnson (Josh), Caitlin King (Will), Grace Stevenson, Daisy Stevenson; and her eight great-grandchildren; her sister-in-law, Brenda Sutton; and many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home, Ozark, Alabama. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at the funeral home. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
James Robert Davis, a resident of Eufaula, Alabama, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2026, in Panama City, Florida. He was 73 years old.
