Amy Celeste Griffin was born on October 24, 1989 in Dothan Alabama and went to her eternal home in Heaven on May 24, 2026 at the age of 36. She is the beloved daughter of Jerry Griffin and Carolyn Conley, both of Dothan, Alabama.
Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 28, 2026, at First Baptist Church of Dothan with Pastor Taylor Rutland officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Hill Cemetery. Family will receive friends at the church from 12:00 pm – 2:00 p.m.
Amy is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Thorsby and Cleone Jacobs of Dothan and paternal grandparents, Eugene Cleo and Vesta Lene Griffin of Elba. She is survived by her parents, Carolyn Ann Conley and Jerry Wayne Griffin of Dothan; paternal aunt and uncle, Sue King (Mack) of Elba and Floyd Griffin (Carol) of Elba; maternal uncle, Jimmy Jacobs of Montgomery; cousins, Josh and Jonah Jacobs of Montgomery; and her beloved dog, Princess Mia Griffin.
Amy attended grade schools in Dothan and was a graduate of Northview High School, where she participated in choir and served as a majorette. She graduated from Troy University with honors, majoring in music and psychology. While at Troy, Amy was a majorette in the Sound of the South Band and served as majorette captain during her senior year. During college, she also served as choir director at Dorcas Baptist Church.
Amy began her teaching career at Joseph W. Lisenby Primary School, where she taught elementary school. She later taught music and theater at Opelika High School. When Amy returned to Dothan from Opelika, she prayed that God would provide her with a community. He answered those prayers through her Bible Study and Sunday School classes at First Baptist Church of Dothan and Houston Academy, where she became deeply involved and faithfully served.
The remainder of Amy’s career was spent at her beloved Houston Academy, where she taught choir and drama, directed musicals, and served as majorette coach. Amy loved Houston Academy and everyone associated with it, performing her duties with great pride, passion, and dedication to excellence. She especially treasured the accomplishments of her students and took immense pride in watching them succeed. Amy’s choir was honored with an invitation to perform at Carnegie Hall, a reflection of her extraordinary talent and leadership.
Anyone who knew Amy loved her, and she loved them in return. She was a devoted Christian, a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Dothan, and a woman whose kindness and compassion touched countless lives. Amy loved her family and her beloved dog, Mia, with all her heart, and that love was returned abundantly.
During the past several months, Amy fought cancer courageously because she so desperately wanted to continue living, loving, and helping others, especially her family, Mia, her students at Houston Academy, her church family, Troy family, and her many dear friends. Amy gave her all to everyone she encountered, leaving behind a legacy that will never be forgotten. Her impact on the lives of her students, colleagues, friends, and community is beyond measure. While her passing leaves an immeasurable void here on earth, Heaven has surely gained a beautiful soul who is now rejoicing among the heavenly choirs.
The family will graciously accept flowers in honor of Amy’s beautiful life.
Mr. Walter Wade Boyle Jr., a resident of Dothan, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Southeast Health Hospital. He was 87.
A private family graveside will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Bruce Cemetery in Bruce, Mississippi with Glover Funeral Home of Dothan directing.
Mr. Wade Boyle was born in Shreveport, Louisiana to the late Walter Wade Boyle Sr. and Letha Walker Boyle on February 22, 1939. He grew up during his early years of life in Bruce, Mississippi. Mr. Wade Boyle graduated from Bruce High School in 1958. After graduating high school, he joined the U.S. Navy, during his time of service he received the National Defense Service Medal and was honorably discharged after serving in Vietnam. He retired from the U. S. Navy in 1977. Later he began working at Farley Nuclear Plant, where he retired in 2004 after twenty-four years as a nuclear electrician. Mr. Wade Boyle was a member of Dothan VFW, Elks Lodge, and IBEW Local 796. He was an avid Ole Miss fan.
Mr. Wade Boyle is preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his wife of thirty-six years, Elaine Hare Boyle; daughter, Tana Griffith (Cameron); two grandchildren, Claire Ryan and Cooper Griffith, all of Dothan.
Glover Funeral Home and Crematory has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Carl R. Tew, who was born on September 15, 1926, in Alabama, passed away on May 25, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and quiet generosity.
He was a loving man whose life reflected devotion to his family, his country, and the simple joys of hard work and giving to others.
Mr. Tew served in the United States Navy for 20 years, a period of service that reflected his commitment to duty and his willingness to serve something greater than himself. His years in the Navy were an important part of his life, and he carried the values of discipline, loyalty, and perseverance with him long after his military service ended.
After his service, he found great satisfaction in farming, a way of life that suited his patient and hardworking nature.
One of his greatest joys was raising gladiolas and he especially loved giving them away to individuals in hopes of brightening their day, a simple act that reflected the generous spirit for which he will be remembered.
Family was central to Carl Tew’s life. He was preceded in death by his parents, W.H. and Lochie Tew, and by a daughter, Beverly Tew Sams.
He is survived by his wife, Ardyeth Tew, his daughter, Debbie Tamsett, and several granddaughters, grandsons, nieces, and nephews. His family was a source of pride and love, and he cherished the bonds he shared with them throughout his life.
Carl’s life was marked by steadfast devotion and a gentle spirit. He was the kind of man who made an impression not through grand gestures, but through consistency, kindness, and sincerity.
Though he has departed this life, the example he set will remain. His long life was one of service, love, and quiet strength, and he leaves behind a legacy that will be remembered with gratitude and affection. Carl R. Tew will be deeply missed by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Funeral services will be held at 3 P.M. Friday, May 29, 2026, at Ward Wilson Funeral Home with Reverend Billy Rich and Reverend Jim Tate officiating.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, May 29, 2026, one hour prior to the service.
Ms. Sandra Smith Carnes of Hartford passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Hartford HealthCare. She was 74.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Sorrells Funeral Home with Reverend Tim Bedsole officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to service time.
Ms. Sandra was born on October 31, 1951, in Geneva County to the late Charlie Hick Smith and Myrtice L. Sawyer Smith. Sandra loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a talented seamstress and worked at the Petro in Slocomb.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Tammy Marie Smith; and her brothers, Jimmy Earl Smith and Charles Foley Smith.
She is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Fulford; sons, Colby Hutton (Melissa Herring) and Ricky Smith (Amy); grandchildren, Hunter Wilkerson (Autumn), Jaylynn Hutton, and Justin Hutton; three great-grandchildren; sisters, Barbara Porterfield (Dennis), Brenda Key (Dennis), and Carol Windham (Randy); brother, Michael Smith; sister-in-law, Jimmie Smith; along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
Mildred Virginia (Medley) Gulledge, a resident of Clayton, Alabama, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026, at her residence. She was 90 years old.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Clayton Baptist Church with Rev. Chris Toole and Rev. Bill Brown officiating. Graveside services will follow in the Clayton Cemetery with Glover Funeral Home directing. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Clayton Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers the family request contributions be made to Southern Care Hospice- 2576 Montgomery Hwy #2 Dothan, Alabama 36303 or to the Clayton Cemetery Association- PO Box 5 Clayton, Alabama 36016.
Mildred was born on April 26, 1936, in Blue Springs, Alabama, to the late Barry Comer and Lola Mae (Sanders) Medley. She was a 1954 graduate of Louisville High School. She retired from the Barbour County Revenue Commissioners Office and then worked for many years keeping books for her husband’s business, Gulledge Tractor Company. Mildred served as a board member for Dixie Academy where she served as board secretary. She wore many hats during her life and she wore them well.
Mildred officially retired on May 25, 2026, as a fantastic wife, mom, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and aunt.
She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Jewlean Green; two brothers, Curtis and Auburn Medley.
She is survived by her loving husband of 70 years, Oscar Gulledge; two sons, Jerry Gulledge (Amy) of Eufaula, Alabama and David Gulledge (Kim) of Clayton, Alabama; four grandchildren, Josh Gulledge (Abbe) of Harvest, Alabama, Haley Calhoun of Ariton, Alabama, Chelsey Hayford (Sam) of Mountain Brook, Alabama, and Cody Gulledge (fiance- Madison Copeland) of Cincinnati, Ohio; seven great-grandchildren, Judd Gulledge, Campbell Gulledge, Georgia Kate Gulledge, Eliza Jane Gulledge, Kaylee Calhoun, Josie Hayford, and Hattie Drew Hayford; three sisters, Margarett Grubbs, Faye Hughes, and Shirley Smith (Richard); two sisters-in-law, Mary Joyce (Butch Prestwood) and Sandra Gulledge; and a host of nieces and nephews (special niece, Sara Hamm).
Active pallbearers are Josh Gulledge, Cody Gulledge, Sam Hayford, Lee Hamm, Steve Strickland, and Don Jones.
Honorary pallbearers are Billy Ray Bedsole, Marshall Williams, Jr., and Charlie Mason.
Glover Funeral Home of Clayton was entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 775-3403. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
DOTHAN… Danny Morris, a resident of Dothan, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. He was 56.
Graveside services will be held 10:00 A.M. Saturday June 06, 2026 at Shady Grove Cemetery in Coffee Springs, Alabama.
Mr. Morris was born in Orlando, Florida, to Alicia Ann Dills Morris and the late Billy Ray Morris. A proud veteran, he honorably served his country in the United States Army, carrying with him a strong sense of dedication and perseverance throughout his life. Following his military service, he spent many years working as a skilled HVAC technician, where he was known for his hard work, knowledge, and willingness to help others.
In his free time, Mr. Morris enjoyed the simple things that brought him happiness. He was an avid pool player who loved both the competition and camaraderie of the game. He also had a deep appreciation for history and the outdoors, spending countless hours searching for and collecting arrowheads, a hobby he truly cherished.
Above all else, Mr. Morris dearly loved his children and treasured the time he spent with his family. He will be remembered for his hardworking spirit, his many interests, and the love he shared with those closest to him.
Along with his dad, he is also preceded in death by a sister, Marsha Morris.
Leaving to cherish his memories are his mom, Alicia Ann Morris; his children, Isabella Morris, Austin Morris, Bradley Morris and Zayne Morris; his sister, Sheila Diane Thornton (Doug) of Ematalia, FL; his brothers, Shannon Ray Morris (Diana) of Ematalia, FL, and Christopher Law (Kimberly) of Ashford, AL; best friend, Mike Gilley; several other loving family members and friends.
Mildred Virginia (Medley) Gulledge, a resident of Clayton, Alabama, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026, at her residence. She was 90 years old.
