Miss Cheryl Lynn Morrison, a resident of Houston, Texas died December 23, 2024 in Houston. She was 71 years old.
Funeral services for Miss Morrison will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday, January 23, 2025, in the Chapel of Holman Funeral Home in Ozark with Reverend Joey Hudspeth officiating. Interment will follow in Universalist Cemetery in Ariton, Holman Funeral Home of Ozark directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home in Ozark Thursday from 10:00 A.M. until service time.
Miss Morrison was born March 12, 1953 in Galveston, Texas. She received her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Alabama and worked with the Chevron Oil Company as a Registered Professional Petroleum Engineer until her retirement. She was a devoted member of the First United Methodist Church in Houston, Texas. Cheryl loved to travel and had traveled extensively around the world. Cheryl had a very empathetic and warm heart and wanted others to feel loved and comfortable always. Cheryl was a very proud American and brilliant engineer.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Weed Morrison; her biological father, John Stanley Lipuscek; and her step-father, James Harry Morrison.
Survivors include three sisters, Patricia Dianne Criswell, Deborah Morrison Parton and Joan Marie Lipuscek; two brothers, Jonathan David Lipuscek and Matthew Christopher Lipuscek; nephew and nieces, Deric, Melanie, Maria Cristina, Elena Sophia and Olivia. We are very proud to have had the honor of having Cheryl as a sister and admire Cherly’s persistence in obtaining a privileged education all on her own merits and obtaining very prestigious positions at American 500 companies. You will be missed and we will see you soon in Heaven.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorials in her memory to your local animal shelter.
ABBEVILLE… Thomas Andrew “Andy” Griffin, a resident of Abbeville, Alabama, passed away Friday morning, January 17, 2025, at his home. He was 69.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 2:00 P.M. Friday, January 24, 2025, at Abbeville First Assembly of God with Reverend Jerry Bolton, Reverend Johnny Collins, and Reverend Ed Burns officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. prior to the service. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Griffin was born Miami, Florida to the late Dennis James Griffin and Annalise Hoffman Griffin. He worked as a painter, mechanic, and long-haul truck driver before his retirement. He was a member of the Faith Tabernacle in Wewahitchka, FL.
Leaving to cherish his memories is his wife, Teresa Gail Granger Griffin; his daughters, April Laster (Will), Melissa J. McCoy (Chris), Jennifer Messick, and Angela Messick Madderra (Chris); his sons, David Stimmell and Steven Hunt (Mandi); his brother, Bobby Griffin (Mickey); his fourteen grandchildren; his nine great-grandchildren; his many nieces and nephews; and his special friends, Glenn “MudBug” Broussard, Ed Burns, and Mike Pratt, Sr..
Phyllis J. Gross, age 80, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on December 26, 1944, in Duncan, Oklahoma, her life reflected God’s unwavering love and grace.
As a proud member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Phyllis embraced her heritage and its strong values. Her kind and gentle spirit touched the lives of everyone she met, and she faced life’s challenges with grace and perseverance.
She was an enthusiastic sports fan and loved board games. She adored animals and embraced the adventures of traveling and shopping. Above all, she treasured her family and friends, and the simple moments that made life beautiful.
Phyllis dedicated her early years to being a loving homemaker and later made a lasting impact on students and staff as Vice Principal Clerk at Northview High School. She cared deeply for her colleagues and the success of young people.
She was married to her beloved husband for 61 wonderful years. As a devoted military wife, she stood loyally by her husband’s side, offering steadfast support and strength throughout his years of service. Her love for her country shone through her strong patriotism, and she took immense honor in being part of a military family.
A woman with a keen sense of humor, a quick wit, and a one-of-a-kind vibe, Phyllis had a unique ability to brighten any room with her laughter. She lived life with authenticity, always staying true to herself and her principles. Her distinctive style and unapologetic approach to life made her truly unforgettable.
Phyllis is survived by her husband, Jim Gross; her children Brian (Grace) and Cassie (Greg); and many cherished relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ronald Jones and Maude Sapp.
A celebration of her life will be held at Ridgecrest Baptist Church in Dothan, AL on January 19, 2025, at 1:00 pm. Phyllis will be laid to rest at the Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo, Alabama. Date to be announced.
Mr. Rayford Ray Barnes of Slocomb passed away Thursday, January 16, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 89.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Malvern Baptist Church with Rev. Hosea Parker officiating and Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time.
Mr. Barnes was born on March 1, 1935, to the late JD and Lonie Mae Givins Barnes. Rayford began his career in 1954 at the Twitchell Corporation advancing to a supervisor position. In the late 1960’s, he was employed with the Alabama Electric Motor Shop until his retirement in 2003. After retirement, his love for working on motors and desire to help family and friends always kept him busy and often filled in at various electric motor shops. Rayford also had a great passion for drag racing on the local Malvern streets in the 1950’s. In the 1960’s he began round track racing at Rocket Speedway and various other tracks with Tommy Roland, as driver of Car #6. He enjoyed being outdoors, cutting grass, working on rental houses, and anywhere he was needed in the community. Rayford was a man of faith, member of Malvern Baptist Church, and was active in the Men’s Adult Sunday School Class. He was a very loving husband, adoring father, and grandfather and will be greatly missed.
In addition to his parents, a brother, Jay Lee Barnes; two sisters: Eldora Davis, and Merlene Barnes, all preceded him in death.
Survivors include his loving wife, Shelby Jean Barnes; son, Dennis Ray Barnes (Mary Catherine); grandchildren: Victoria Elaine Clemmons, and Austin Tony Clemmons; sister in laws: Annette Barnes, Melba Campbell, and Sybil Stephens; brother in laws: Tommy Davis and Donald Freeman(Linda); nieces: Debra Sue Parrish, Tammy Brown(Keith), Darlene Houk, Bolivia Windham, Beth Stephens Branch, and Denise Galloway Rowland; nephews: Kevin Freeman, Rodney Galloway, Tommy Davis Jr., and Jeff Stephens; and other extended family and friends.
DOTHAN. . .Margrette Brackin Joiner, a resident of Dothan, died late Wednesday night, January 15, 2025, in a Dothan hospital. She was 95.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, January 18, 2025, in the Holman-Headland Mortuary Chapel with Bob Willis officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory, between Headland & Dothan. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. Saturday at the mortuary in Headland.
Mrs. Joiner was born and reared in the Blackwood Community, near Headland, daughter of the late Walton Cornelius Brackin and Wistee Kirkland Brackin. She lived most of her adult lifetime in Dothan. Mrs. Joiner was a member of Greystone United Methodist Church. She was formerly employed by the Federal Judiciary System as a Court Reporter in Dothan. Mrs. Joiner was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Durwood Joiner, a daughter, Jackie Harrison, a son, David Wayne Joiner, an infant, daughter, Margrette Emily Joiner, granddaughters, Suzanne Huff and Amanda Wells, grandson, David Lee Joiner and a sister, Imojean Brackin.
Surviving relatives include two daughters, Jane Huff (Dennis), Dothan; and Emily Morris (Buddy), Pulaski, TN; grandchildren, Jennifer White (Harold), Laura Deal (Joey), Robyn Wilkes (Chuck), Tonia Jernigan (Jeff), Cody Joiner, Jakob Joiner, Stacie Gleason, Brett Gleason (Angie) and Robert Joiner; numerous great and great-great-grandchildren.
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
Dollie Lou (Reynolds) Granger, age 82, resident of Dothan passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Wesley Place Rehabilitation in Dothan.
Graveside services will be held at 11:30 am on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Memory Hill Cemetery with Rev. Billy Rich officiating and Glover Funeral Home directing.
Flowers will be accepted or Memorial Contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Dollie was born on November 12, 1942 in Dothan to Alfred Eugene Reynolds and Miriam Ruth Trammell. She graduated from Dothan High School in 1961. Dollie worked for Equifax for thirty years and later for PWC (Professional Wiregrass Communications) for twenty three years where she retired as an Operations Manager. She was a past member of the Dothan Pilot Club. She enjoyed watching sports, reading, and keeping her great grandson. Dollie attended Calvary Baptist Church.
Dollie is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kenneth Granger; son, Lynn Granger; sister, Peggy Madison; infant brother; two nephews, Randy Madison and Brett Cannon; and brother in law, Bobby Granger.
Survivors include her granddaughter, Breanna Granger Bell (Jordan); great grandson, Brodie Bell, both of Dothan; sister, Sue Cannon of Pensacola, FL; daughter in law, Joy Granger of Dothan; sister in law, Patricia Granger of Dothan; several nieces and nephews.
Serving as pallbearers will be Jordan Bell, Wesley Rowell, Troy Jones, Jayme Lemon, Blayde Price, Blake Cannon, Len Stinson, Justin Parrish, and Greg Bass.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
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