OZARK…Mrs. Sophia Nicole Covington-Bess, a resident of Ozark, passed away early Wednesday afternoon, April 29, 2026, in a Dothan hospital. She was 48.
A complete obituary with a list of survivors will be announced later by Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark.
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Leila Celinda George Scott, a beloved mother, friend, and caregiver. A nurse at heart, she began her nursing career caring for patients in Panama before bringing that same dedication to the United States, where she spent over 30 years as a pharmacy technician. Helping and healing people was not just her profession, it was who she was at her core.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 11 A.M. Monday, May 4, 2026, at St. Columba Catholic Church with Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing.
A visitation will be held at the church on Monday, May 4, 2026, one hour prior to the service.
Born and raised in Panama, she then made her home in Alabama. Living in Enterprise followed by Dothan, she built a life full of love, laughter, and community. She was a woman that enjoyed working with her hands and finding joy in gardening, building projects, and being outdoors. Above all, she found her greatest purpose in caring for the people around her and would go out of her way to help anyone in need.
She had a gift for making people laugh and never passed up the chance to share a joke. Her love for her friends ran deep, and those who knew her will remember the warmth and generosity she gave so freely.
She is survived by her two daughters, Karina and Kayla, who were the light of her life.
May she rest in the peace and light she so lovingly gave to others. Our hearts go out to her family and all who had the joy of knowing her.
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With heavy hearts and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of April Michelle Nettles, who was born on April 9, 1972, in Dothan, Alabama, to the late Willie Mae “Brown Suga” Pouncey and Joe “Raheem Abdullah” Russaw. She departed this earthly life on April 28, 2026, at Southeast Health with her loving family by her side.
April was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose love and strength touched everyone who knew her. She will be remembered for her warm spirit, her unwavering dedication to her family, and the joy she brought into the lives of those around her.
She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Willie Mae “Brown Suga” Pouncey and Joe “Raheem Abdullah” Russaw, her father-in-law Samuel Nettles, brother-in-law Wilbert Nettles, sister-in-law Libby Nettles and her cherished grandson, Tristan Coleman.
April leaves to cherish her memory her loving husband, Patrick Nettles; her children, Damon Coleman, Samira Jordan, Deshawn (YaLonda) Murry, and Ty’tiana (Patrick) Nettles, Jahmarion Lee-Bass. She also leaves behind her siblings, Natasha Pouncey, Shawn (Nicole) Pouncey, Christopher Pouncey, Darrane Moultry, Bobby Smith, Kimbley (Wanda) Russaw, and Tamir (Kasheama) Bryant, Shania Teague; her mother in love Mary Nettles, siblings in law; Teresa, Ethel, Robert, Ray, Mary Ann, Angel, Carrie, Joseph, Allison, Yolanda.
Her legacy continues through her adored grandchildren: Zacharias, Janiliyah, Treshawn, Domani, Deshawn Jr., Amari, and Damir.
She is also survived by her special cousin, more like a sister, Toyee Russaw, along with a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends who will forever hold her memory in their hearts.
April Michelle Nettles’ life was a beautiful reflection of love, resilience, and family. Though she is no longer with us, her spirit will live on in the lives she touched and the love she gave so freely.
She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
A celebration of April’s life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Home. She will laid to rest in Sunset Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Friday, May 8, 2026 at the funeral home from 4:00pm-6:00pm.
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THOMAS J. SANDERS
WEBB… Thomas J. Sanders, a resident of Webb, Alabama, passed away Monday, April 27, 2026, at a Dothan hospital. He was 84.
No services are planned at this time.
Mr. Sanders was born in Dothan, Alabama to the late Rube Sanders and Annie Lucille Crockett Sanders. He served his country in the US AirForce. While in the military he was an aircraft mechanic, and he used those skills for his career after the military. While in the military he lived in Texas and Arkansas before moving back to the Webb, Alabama area. He was a mason in the Ashford Masonic Lodge No. 493. He was also a member of the Webb Baptist Church.
Along with his parents, he was also preceded in death by his daughter, Deborah Jean Sanders; his son-in-law, Michael David Hayes; his sister, Martha Yearta; and his brothers, Kenneth “Sonny” Sanders and Michael Sanders.
Leaving to cherish his memories are his wife of sixty-four years, Anita Louise Sanders; his daughters, Tracy Hayes and Christine Marie Cutchen (Chet); his son, Thomas Edwin Sanders (Lauri); his sister, Norma Jean Rentz; his brother, Jan David Sanders (Patricia); his grandchildren, Robert Morgan Kennedy, II, Patrick Alan Cutchen, and Phillip Adam Cutchen; his great-grandchild, Brody Michael Kennedy; and several nieces and nephews.
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Charles Arthur Zeron, born on February 24, 1940, in New York, passed away on April 27, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama.
Charles was known for his warm personality, sense of humor, and kind heart. He enjoyed making others laugh and was respected for his dependable nature and the care he showed to family and friends.
He spent his early years working in wholesale hardware sales and later worked at Lewis M. Carter Manufacturing. He was known for his strong work ethic and straightforward manner. Charles also served as an electrician on U.S. Navy destroyers, serving his country with skill and dedication.
Faith was an important part of his life. He attended Highland Park United Methodist Church and later became a member of Covenant Methodist Church, where he valued fellowship and community.
Charles enjoyed bass fishing, working in his yard, and spending time at home with his family. He appreciated the simple things in life and found joy in everyday moments.
One of the most important parts of Charles’s life began when he moved to Fort Benning with his family and met the love of his life, Mary Zeron. They were married on December 25, 1964, and shared 61 years of marriage together.
Charles is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary Zeron; his daughter, Rene Zeron Finley (Jeff); his son, Bryan Zeron (Anne); and his grandchildren, Zeron Rose Finley, Mary Blake Zeron, and George Zeron. He is also survived by his sister, Cyndee Zeron; his brothers, Richard Zeron (Ann) and Billy Zeron (Dana); his sister-in-law, Faye Mills; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Hugh and Thelma Zeron; his brother, Neal; and his sisters, Beverly Upell and Patricia Warren.
A celebration of Charles’s life will be held on Friday, May 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM in the Sunset Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kyle Gatlin officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Military honors will be rendered following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Covenant Methodist Church Mission Fund in his honor: https://app.securegive.com/CovenantDothan/main/donate/category
