DOTHAN. . .Virginia “Jean” Carter, a resident of Dothan, passed away Wednesday night, July 15, 2026, in a Dothan hospital. She was 85.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 3:00 until 4:00 P.M. Friday, July 17, 2026, at Holman-Headland Mortuary. A private graveside service for the family will follow at 4:30 P.M. in the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery, 1550 Parramore Road, Dothan, with Reverend George Bryan officiating.
Mrs. Carter was a lifelong resident of Dothan, daughter of the late Buck A. Skipper and Virgie Hall Skipper. She was a graduate of Dothan High School and attended Wallace Community College. Mrs. Carter was formerly employed by Spectracare and the Vaughn-Blumberg Center. In earlier years, she had a daycare for children in her home. Mrs. Carter was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Allen Carter, a sister Dora Bagwell and a son-in-law, Michael Barnett.
Surviving relatives include her daughters, Carla Barnett, Dothan; and Camille Norris (Sammy), Tallahassee, FL; a son, Glen Carter (Donna), Charleston, SC; two sisters, Cherry Lewis (Mack) and Jo Singletary (Harold), all of Dothan; two brothers, Jerry Skipper, Dothan; and Phillip Skipper (Sonja), Headland; grandchildren, Ashley Barnett (Gretchen), Sydney Barnett (Colby), Josh Barnett (Hannah), Bethany Oggenfuss (Chris), Chandler Carter, Jaymin Carter, Nathan Callahan and Erin Scherder (Matthew); great-grandchildren, Carter, Sam, Amelia, Maverick, Nico, Magnolia, Brielle and Margot; several nieces and nephews.
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.
Melvin “Mel” Thomas Dixon, Jr. of Slocomb passed away at his home on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. He was 68 years old.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. at Calvary Baptist Church in Dothan, Alabama with David Glover officiating and Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to service time.
Mr. Dixon was born November 3, 1957 to the late Melvin Thomas, Sr and Anne Sutcliffe Hummel Dixon in Virginia.
Melvin “Mel” Dixon proudly served his country in the United States Army for more than 20 years, retiring as a Chief Warrant Officer Four (CW4). As an Army Aviator, he served honorably during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. His distinguished military career earned him numerous decorations, including the Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, and several campaign and service medals recognizing his courageous and faithful service.
While he was deeply honored to serve his country, those who knew him best knew that his greatest calling was loving his family. Mel was a devoted husband, loving father, proud Army veteran, and faithful friend. He was known for his gentle spirit, unwavering kindness, quiet strength, and deep love for his family. To those who knew him, he was a man of integrity whose life reflected humility, faithfulness, and selfless love. His greatest joy was caring for those he loved, and his legacy will live on in the countless lives he touched through his compassion, wisdom, and steadfast character.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He leaves behind a loving family including his wife of 16 years, Rhonda Carlson Dixon; children: Julie Dixon, David Dixon, Krista Humble (Kyle), Luke Barber (Kendall), Kayla Phelps (Bradley), Kimberly Barber, Laura Phelps (Steven), Amy Barber, Laike Barber (Jamie); Grandchildren: Tyler, Keira, Emily, Aubrey, Jackson, Juliana, Paisley, Hudson, Lilah, Princeton, Macie, Bonnie, Lillian, Isaac; sisters: Beth Dixon (Andy), Suzanne Grady (Aaron) and numerous other extended family and friends.
Mr. Charlie Thomas Green passed away on July 14, 2026.
Charlie was born in Barbour County, Alabama. He spent several years working in the logging industry before opening his own mechanic shop in Clio. A hardworking man throughout his entire life, Charlie also farmed crops and raised cattle. He was known for his incredible mechanical ability and could fix just about anything. He knew every part of a tractor and piece of farm equipment inside and out, and if something was broken, Charlie could usually get it running again.
Charlie believed in doing things the right way—and that usually meant his way. He was a man of his word, and if he told you he was going to do something, you could count on it without question. Every conversation with Charlie seemed to include a lesson, whether about work, life, or simply doing your best. His wisdom, determination, and unwavering work ethic will be remembered by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his loving wife, Betty Ann Powell Green; his children, Betty Jean Adams (Dr. Randy Adams), Billy Green (Janine), Becky DuBose (Paul), Donnie Green (Jack Polk), Tony Green, Michael Cartner (Vanessa), and Cheryl Jaimes (Alfredo); 20 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren, with one more expected soon; his faithful right-hand man, Luz Regino; his brother-in-law, Robert Earl Powell (Martha); his sister-in-law, Mary Stidham; along with numerous other relatives and friends who will cherish his memory.
Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin Green and Gustavia Phillips Green; his infant son, Charles Ray Green; and his siblings, James Aaron “Peewee” Green, Lavon Green, Dimple Powell, Olivia Thomas, Rachel Cartner, and Blanche Sutton.
Funeral services will be held Friday, July 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Keahey Funeral Home, Clio Chapel, with Bro. Curtis Rich and Bro. Heath Fisher officiating. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery in Louisville, Alabama.
Serving as pallbearers will be Kaleb Wiggins, Neal Tew, Michael Shehane, M.J. Shehane, Steve Price, and Luis Beltrain.
Honorary pallbearers will be Gary Tothero and John Shehane.
Joseph François Alain Coutu of Geneva, Alabama, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026. He was 62 years old.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, July 20, 2026, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the funeral home beginning at 5:00 p.m.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Meadowlawn Cemetery in Enterprise, Alabama, with Father Zachary Greenwell officiating and Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing.
Flowers are gratefully accepted; however, memorial donations in Alain’s memory are encouraged to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) at pancan.org, the American Cancer Society, or the Canadian Cancer Society.
Alain was born on August 12, 1963, in Montréal, Québec, Canada, to the late Paul-Eugène Coutu and Marie Carmen Labranche Coutu.
Alain was a devoted husband, brother, Godfather, uncle, and faithful friend. He was known for his warm personality, generous spirit, and willingness to help anyone in need. He never met a stranger and genuinely enjoyed spending time with others. He was also the loving guardian of his beloved little Moondoggie, who held a special place in his heart.
A lifelong learner, Alain attended the Collège Militaire Royal (CMR) in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Québec, Canada, from 1980 until 1985. He later earned a Master of Science in Computer and Information Science from Florida State University in 2003.
Alain proudly served his country in the Canadian Forces Air Force Branch for 26 years, from 1980 until his retirement in 2006 as a Captain. As a Communications Electronics Engineer (CELE), he held several distinguished postings throughout his military career, including the NORAD System Support Facility at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida; the Aerospace Engineering Test Establishment (AETE) at CFB Cold Lake, Alberta; and the North American Air Defense Modernization Program at National Defense Headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario.
Following his military service, Alain continued to build an impressive career in software development and management. From September 2006 until July 2017, he held various leadership and technical positions with Nortel Networks, Avaya, and Truck Right Data Management in Belleville, Ontario. In 2017, he joined Synergem Technologies, Inc. of Pilot Mountain, North Carolina, where he faithfully served as Director of Software Development until his passing.
Alain was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Belleville, Ontario, and was actively involved with the Knights of Columbus in Trenton, Ontario. His faith and commitment to service were evident throughout his life.
An avid sports enthusiast, Alain enjoyed participating in and supporting a wide variety of athletic activities. Whether playing intramural hockey at CFB Cold Lake, helping lead volleyball and badminton teams at Tyndall Air Force Base, or enjoying a round of golf with friends, he embraced every opportunity for fellowship and competition. Of all his athletic pursuits, he was especially proud of his certification and years of dedicated service as a soccer referee.
Throughout his life, Alain received numerous honors and professional distinctions. Among them were the United States Air Force Commendation Medal, the Minuteman Award, and the Florida State University Software Directorate Good Design Award. He was a member of the Florida State University Garnet Key Honor Society, a certified SCRUM Master, a member of the Agile Alliance, and held a patent as well as several publications related to software design and development.
Survivors include his loving wife, Sheila Coutu; his sister, Sylvie Coutu; his brother-in-law, René Gagnon; his niece and Goddaughter, Jade Gagnon; his Godfather, Julien Coutu; his Godmother, Lorraine Coutu; nieces and nephews, Valérie, Francis and Anthony and Goddaughter, Isabel; numerous extended family members and friends whose lives were enriched by his kindness, wisdom, and friendship.
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.net
William Leroy Singer, Sr., age 84, passed away on July 12, 2026, in Enterprise, Alabama. He was born on December 16, 1941, in Georgiana, Alabama, and lived a life marked by steady devotion, quiet strength, and faithful service to his family, his country, and his community.
He was a man who understood the value of hard work from an early age. Growing up in Alabama, he spent part of his youth farming and also worked a paper route for the Dothan Eagle, learning responsibility and perseverance while still a young man. Those early experiences helped shape the dependable and disciplined character that would define the rest of his life. He carried those lessons with him into adulthood and into every role he fulfilled.
William proudly served in the United States Army from 1964 until 1985. Drafted while still in high school, he answered the call to serve with honor and commitment. His military career reflected his sense of duty and his willingness to put others before himself. Over the course of more than two decades in uniform, he demonstrated loyalty, courage, and steadfast dedication to his country. His service was a source of deep pride, and those who knew him understood that his quiet manner was matched by a strong and dependable spirit.
Following his military career, he worked at Easterling Correctional Facility in Clio, where he continued to serve with the same sense of responsibility that had guided him throughout his life. He was known as someone who could be counted on, a man who did his work faithfully and without complaint. He was not one to seek attention, but his presence was felt in the lives of those around him through his consistency, integrity, and calm example.
William attended First Missionary Baptist Church in Ozark, where his faith remained an important part of his life. He valued the fellowship of church and the comfort that came from worship and community. His life reflected the kind of quiet faith that is often expressed more through action than words. He was a man who believed in doing what was right, caring for others, and living with humility.
He enjoyed nature and took great pride in caring for his yard. He found peace in the simple beauty of the outdoors and in the satisfaction of maintaining a place that reflected his care and attention. He also enjoyed fishing and chess, pastimes that suited his thoughtful and patient nature. William was quiet but wise, and those who spent time with him often came to appreciate his measured words and steady outlook. He was a provider in every sense of the word, and his family knew they could depend on him.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Singer; his son, William Leroy Singer, Jr.; his daughter, Monica Singer; his granddaughter, Arabian McLeod; one brother; six sisters; and several nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind many others whose lives were touched by his kindness, example, and unwavering presence. His family was the center of his world, and he took great pride in providing for them and standing beside them through life’s many seasons.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Amos Singer and Janie Todd; his sisters, Ruby Cook, Louvenia Amos, and Elnease Hasley; as well as his brother, Jefferson Singer.
William Leroy Singer, Sr. will be remembered as a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, loyal brother, and faithful friend. He lived a life of service, perseverance, and quiet dignity. Though he was reserved in manner, his impact was lasting, and his legacy will continue through the family he loved and the many lives he influenced. His memory will be cherished with gratitude and affection by all who knew him.
A celebration of William’s life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in Sunset Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 10:00am-11:0aam am on Saturday at the funeral home.
George Wendell Trotter, born on June 20, 1947, in Alexandria, Louisiana, passed away on July 14, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama. His life was a testament to devotion, service, and steadfast love for family, community, and country.
He was the husband of Katherine “Jane” Trotter for 57 years. He was preceded in death by his wife; his parents, John and Elisabeth Trotter; his brother, William P. Deavers; his sisters, Doris Maria Kennon, Evelyn Terral, and Nancy Griffin; his sister-in-law, Carol Trotter; and his brothers-in-law, Jimmy Hughes and Rodney Barron.
George is survived by his sons, Stacey (Kim) Trotter, Jeremy (Kayla) Trotter, and Lucas (Kimberly) Trotter. He was a grandfather to Abree (Matthew) Buie, Colton Trotter, Emerson Trotter, Lofton Trotter, Ashlyn Trotter, Paxton Trotter, Clayton Trotter, and Easton Trotter. He also leaves behind his siblings, John Louis Trotter, Jr., Jackie Elisabeth Trotter, Peggy T. Hughes, and Beverly Ann Barron.
George received his bachelor’s degree from Northwestern State University, an achievement that reflected his determination and commitment to learning. He carried that same dedication into his professional life, where he was known for his strong work ethic, knowledge, and leadership. He retired from BASF, where he served as an agronomist and regional sales manager for the Southeast, and he was respected for the integrity and care he brought to his work. He also served as a high school biology teacher at Oberlin High School.
His service extended beyond his career, as he was active in his community and valued the responsibility of civic involvement. He served as President of the Grant Parish School Board, demonstrating his commitment to education and to the well-being of the children and families in the community. He believed in doing his part, approaching leadership with fairness, integrity, and a sincere desire to make a difference. After relocating to Alabama, he remained civically engaged and was an active member of the Houston County Republican Party.
George loved his family deeply, and that love guided much of his life. He treasured time spent with those closest to him and found joy in the simple, meaningful moments family life provided. He also loved America and held strong political convictions, which he expressed with the same honesty and conviction that shaped the rest of his life. While his children did not always understand his passion for politics, they knew it came from his deep desire to protect them, preserve their freedoms, and safeguard the rights and opportunities he hoped they would always enjoy. He enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors, finding peace and satisfaction in the land and the natural world around him. These interests were more than hobbies—they reflected the life he cherished and the values he embraced.
A celebration of George’s life will be held on Friday, July 17, 2026, at 10am in the Sunset Funeral Home Chapel with Brayden Hardy officiating. The family will receive friends an hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Rehobeth Community Development Foundation, 221 Malvern Road, Rehobeth, AL 36301 in George’s honor.
