ASHFORD… Johnny Boyd, a resident of Ashford, Alabama, passed away Tuesday morning, December 23, 2025, at his home. He was 77.
A celebration of life service will be held 10:30 A.M., Sunday, March 29, 2026, at his home, at 392 Peach Farm Road, Ashford, Alabama 36312, with Brother David Evans officiating. The annual Boyd Easter Egg Hunt, which he loved having for his family and friends, will be held following the service. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
Mr. Boyd was born in Hogansville, Georgia, to the late Ralph Boyd and Evelyn Loggins Boyd Stines. He graduated in 1966 from Lanett High School and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in business from Georgia Tech. He had previously lived in Valley, Alabama and Atlanta, Georgia before moving to Ashford, Alabama. He served his country as a Sergeant in 101st Airborne Division with the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War from 1968 through 1970. He was a Mason in the Leroy Duncan Lodge in Atlanta, Georgia. He owned and operated B&S Delivery Service after retiring from Rich’s / Macy’s Department stores where he was director of home deliveries. He was a big family man and loved get togethers around the holidays, especially Easter.
Along with his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brother, Steve Boyd; and his stepbrother, Ronnie; and his stepson, Benjamin Wood.
Leaving to cherish his memories are his wife, Katie Boyd; his sons, Michael Boyd (Jill), Shane Boyd, and Chris Wood (Sara); his sister, Jackie Andrews (Jamie); his brother, Charlie Boyd (Lisa); his half-brother, Derrick Boyd; his grandchildren, Jacob Boyd, Olivia Boyd, and Tori Barfield (Colt), Tyler Hogan (Parker), Evan Boyd, Lindsey Boyd, David Wood, Kennedy Wood, Ty Bumpus, and Athena Bumpus; his great-grandchildren, Stevie Hogan, Lawson Hogan, and Beau Barfield; his first wife and mother of his first two sons, Kay Boyd.
ECHO COMMUNITY. . .Steve Allen Stevens, a resident of Dale County, near the Echo Community, passed away Monday afternoon, March 2, 2026, in a Dothan hospital. He was 77.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P. M. Friday, March 6, 2026, in the Holman-Headland Mortuary Chapel with Reverend Jason Miller and Keith Reynolds officiating. Burial will follow in the New Hope Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery, near Echo. The family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 P.M. Friday at the mortuary in Headland.
Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to the Corinth Free Will Baptist Church, P.O Box 715, Midland City, AL 36350
Steve Stevens was a lifelong resident of Dale County, near the Echo Community, son of the late James Clayton Stevens and Ethel Kirkland Stevens. He was a 1966 graduate of Dale County High School in Midland City. Steve attended the University of West Alabama and Troy University-Dothan. He was retired as City President of PeoplesSouth Bank in Ozark. In earlier years, Steve was the Manager of ITT in Dothan and also served as Manager of Southland Bank in Headland. He was a member of the Board of Directors of Choctawhatchee, Pea and Yellow Rivers Watershed Management Authority. Steve formerly served as President of the Dale County Water Authority, and also served on the Board of Directors and as President of the Ozark area Chamber of Commerce. He was a founding member of Echo Fire & Rescue. Steve was a member of Corinth Free Will Baptist Church and Claybank Masonic Lodge No. 908. Steve was preceded in death by a daughter, Sondra Michelle Stevens and his brother, Dwight Stevens.
Surviving relatives include his wife, Sandra Fulford Stevens; a daughter, Stacy Harper (Bryan), nephews, Derick Stevens, Echo Community; and Devan Stevens (Rhonda), Athens, AL; an aunt, Alice Sewell, sisters-in-law, Trisha Turvin and Sheila Stewart (Don); several nieces and nephews.
Serving as active pallbearers will be John Stevens, Jeff Stevens, Preston Stevens, Clay Hagler, Judd Hagler, Carson Causey and Jeremy Cordell and also an honorary pallbearer, Jaxston Condrey.
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.
BLUE SPRINGS…Mrs. Deborah Shehane Scott, a resident of Blue Springs, near Clio, passed away early Monday morning, March 2, 2026, peacefully at her home. She was 74.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, March 7, 2026, in Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church, near Blue Springs, with Pastor Danny Rieben officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home.
Mrs. Scott, daughter of the late Ralph Shehane and Netestelle Shehane, was a native and lifelong resident of Blue Springs. She was a 1969 Graduate of Blue Springs High School where she was the Salutatorian. Mrs. Scott was employed as a banker for thirty-seven years and retired in 2016 from Wells Fargo in Midland City. She will always be remembered for her strong work ethic and how she loved her customers. Faith was an important part of her life, and she was a member of Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church.
Surviving relatives include her husband loving husband of fifty-six years, Mitchell Scott; her son, Joery Scott (Tavia); her daughter, Jessica Scott Ivey; grandchildren, Sarabeth Scott, Trey Scott, River Scott, and Landyn Ivey; nine siblings; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Trey Scott, Landyn Ivey, Austin Johnson, Nathan Parr, Steve Hill, and Adian Hill.
The family wishes to express their appreciation to the nurses and staff of Vitas Hospice for the loving care and kindness shown to Mrs. Scott and to all of them during this difficult time. Their gentle presence and compassion brought comfort when it was needed most. They would also like to thank the nurses at Southeast Health Critical Care in Dothan for the support, patience, and dedication they showed throughout her care. In addition, the family is sincerely grateful to the members of Glad Tidings Assembly of God and Pine Level Baptist Church for surrounding them with prayers, encouragement, and steady support. Every act of kindness has meant more than words can say.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Nick Joseph Spina, age 94, of Dothan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Westside Terrace.
Mr. Spina was born on June 16, 1931, in Alabama to Paul Joseph Spina and Mary Aquilino Spina. A proud veteran of the United States Navy, he carried the values of service, dedication, and hard work throughout his life.
Nick was a successful business owner of Pines III Nurseries, where his love for landscaping and working outdoors flourished. He was known for his strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit, enjoying ventures such as flipping houses. In his quieter moments, he loved reading, writing letters, and dancing the jitterbug — a pastime that reflected his joyful personality and zest for life.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Marion Spina; his close cousin, Sal Campisi and his brother-in-law and best friend, Carlo Maenza.
Nick leaves behind a beautiful legacy of love and devotion to family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 75 years, Rose Marie Maenza Spina; his sons, Paul Spina (Joann), Sam Spina (Cindy), Nick Spina, Jr. (Annette), and Steve Spina (Debra); and his daughter, Maryann Spina Valencia (Luis).
He is also survived by his grandchildren: Paul Spina (Deanna), Mary Rose Baker (Myron), Nick Spina (Raquel), Angela Flores (Carlos), Kate Fetzer (Tom), Ashley Bryan (Jeremy), Alyssa Spina (Travis Gross), Anthony Spina (Thea), Nick Spina IV (Sarah), and Felicia Spina Sloan, Luis Valencia, Jr (Randi), Anna Rose Spina, Elena Spina, along with numerous great-grandchildren.
Additional survivors include his brother, Paul Spina (Bena); his sister, Providence Murphree (Charles); and his close cousin, Nick Campisi.
Nick Joseph Spina will be remembered for his unwavering love for his family, his dedication to his work, his lively spirit, and the countless lives he touched throughout his 94 years.
Sister Mary Bell “May Bell” Jones, age 88, was born on December 4, 1937, to the late Sol Berry and Katie Bell Berry. She was the devoted wife of the late Willie Nelson Jones. Sister Mary Bell peacefully departed this life on February 24, 2026.
Mary Bell gave her life to God at an early age and stood firmly on His Word until her passing. Her faith was her foundation, and she lived her life as a testimony of strength, love, and devotion to Christ.
She was a dedicated worker throughout her life. Mary Bell worked at Ansell until her retirement. After retiring, she continued serving others by working at First Baptist Church and later as a Foster Grandparent at Jerry Lee Faine, where she lovingly poured into the lives of countless children until her health no longer permitted her to continue. She loved “her kids,” and they loved her dearly.
Mary Bell faithfully served as Chaplain of the Ruth Walker Matrons and was a member of the St. Mary’s District Matrons. She was also a member of the Elks Club. In her leisure time, she enjoyed playing bingo and cooking for others, always finding joy in bringing people together through food and fellowship.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Willie Nelson Jones; two daughters, Elaine Crook and Marilyn Edwards; one son, Dezario Jones; one granddaughter, Tika Jones; four brothers, Jim Berry, Barney Berry, Cleveland Berry, and John Ed Berry; and four sisters, Inez Pierce, Annie Malone, Mamie Dennard, and Gertrude Sanders.
She leaves to cherish her precious memory: two sons, Ricky (Mavis) Jones and James (Jammie) Rich; two daughters, Rochelle (Anthony) Brown and Jill (Henry) Williams; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews; and a special friend, Sue Larve.
A funeral service will be held Friday, March 6, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at First Missionary Baptist Church, 370 Chickasaw Street, Dothan, Alabama, with Reverend Brandon Marshall officiating.
Visitation will be held Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Fowler Family Funeral Home, 965 Woodland Drive, Dothan, Alabama.
DOTHAN… Stuart David Biser, a resident of Dothan, Alabama, passed away Friday, February 28, 2026, at a Dothan hospital. He was 44.
Graveside services will be held 10:00 A.M. E.S.T., Friday, March 6, 2026, at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Thursday evening, March 5, 2026, at Wright Funeral Home & Crematory Chapel. Wright Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to his children’s college fund in c/o Wells Fargo Bank.
Mr. Biser was born in Ft. Mitchell, Alabama to Fredrick Biser, Sr. and the late Naydine Spies Biser. He was a 2001 graduate of Russell County High School. He furthered his education at Southern Union State Community College. He served his country in the U.S. Army. He had previously worked as a maintenance Manager at different manufacturing facilities. He had lived in Dothan, Alabama for the past four years. He was an avid outdoorsman, which was mostly spent wetting a hook, in his favorite fishing holes. He was a simple man, who loved his family.
Leaving to cherish his memories are his children, Tristin Smith and Dawsynn Biser and their mother, Caitlin Biser; his special friend, Penny Cochran and her daughter, Evah Harris, in which he thought of as his own daughter; his father, Fredrick Biser, Sr.; his brothers, Fredrick Biser, Jr. (Katelin) and William Biser; his grandfather, Bill Spies; his grandmother, Mary Lee Albee; several special cousins.
