Robert “Bobby” Brandon Tolleson, a resident of Dothan, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the age of 49.
Bobby was born in Dothan on July 28, 1976, the son of David Hal Tolleson and Reba Renae Green Tolleson. A lifelong resident of Dothan, he graduated from Northview High School with the Class of 1995.
Bobby will always be remembered for his quick humor and the way he could make people laugh when they least expected it. If you spent any time with Bobby, chances are you walked away with a good story or at least a good laugh. His friends have no shortage of “Bob stories,” and those memories will continue to be shared for years to come.
He valued friendship deeply and was fortunate to have many loyal friends who stood by him throughout his life. Bobby also loved spending time at Lake Eufaula, a place filled with special memories, especially the time he shared there with his dad.
Bobby was preceded in death by his father, David Tolleson, and his grandparents, Hal and Beth Tolleson, and Lloyd and Reba Green.
He is survived by his devoted mother, Renae Green Tolleson; his two brothers, Bryan Tolleson and Brantley Tolleson, both of Dothan; and his sister, Bronwyn Hanahan (Bunk) of Dothan. He also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and a whole crew of lifelong friends who will miss him dearly.
A private service will be held at a later date.
To honor Bobby, make someone laugh today or consider making a contribution in his memory to Wiregrass Angel House, 1106 Ross Clark Circle, Dothan, Alabama 36301.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888.
Headland….. Betty Snellgrove McCraney, a resident of Headland, passed away Thursday morning, March 26, 2026 at her home. She was 92.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Sunday, March 29, 2026, in the Pleasant Plains Baptist Church with Reverend Dwayne Efurd officiating. Graveside services will follow in the Hebron Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 3:00 P.M. Sunday in the church sanctuary.
Mrs. McCraney, a native of Henry County, was born to the late Hezzie Carr Snellgrove and Beatrice Farmer Snellgrove. She graduated from Headland High School and dedicated many years to the Bay County, Florida school system as a teacher’s aide. Later, she returned home to Henry County in 1978, where she continued her service in education as a substitute teacher. She was a faithful member of Pleasant Plains Baptist Church. She loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and raised her children in church and constantly encouraged each of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren in their faith. She loved spending time with her friends and her family building lasting memories that will be cherished by both.
Mrs. McCraney was preceded in death by her husband, Foy McCraney; sisters, Christine Raybon, Ethel Raley, Ruthel Raley, Mary Alice Blair, Kate Eldridge; brothers, Cordell Parker, Ned Parker, Tom Snellgrove, Durelle Snellgrove; and a granddaughter, Anna Michelle Shelley.
Surviving relatives include three daughters, Pam McCraney Jackson (Tom), Ann McCraney Thames (Jim), and Jan McCraney Shelley (Kirby); a son, Reverend Tim McCraney (Janet); a sister-in-law, Aline Snellgrove; grandchildren, Amanda Jackson, Alex Jackson (Whitney), Zach Shelley, Taylor Wheeler (Brandon), Kasey Shelley Thomas (Colby), and Julia McCraney; great-grandchildren, Lauren Jackson, Samantha Jackson, Xander Jackson, Cohen Jackson, Thomas Wheeler, Brooks Shelley, Mahayla Nowell, Madelyn McNeal, Camilla Thomas, Cruz Thomas.
Serving as active pallbearers will be Kirby Shelley, Jim Thames, Zach Shelley, Alex Jackson, Brian McCraney, and Lyn Blair. Honorary Pallbearers are the members of the Ladies Lunch Group: Marcella Miller, Joann Gamble, Aline Snellgrove, Sara Hamm, Bonnie Smith, Annette Olsen, Jewel Taylor, Shirley Adkins and Peggy Livingston.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to Jodi, Kevin, Buford, JoAnn, Victoria, Valencia and the rest of the Gentiva Hospice staff for their kindness and compassion while caring for their loving mother.
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NEWTON, ALABAMA. . .Lanae Allen passed into the loving arms of God on March 24, 2026, in Noland Hospital in Dothan, Alabama. She was 55.
Memorial services will be held at a later date. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu flowers, memorial contributions may be made to S.O.S. Animal Shelter, 25944 Highway 134, Enterprise, AL 36330.
Lanae Allen was born in Eufaula, Alabama and grew up in Georgia. A life-long student and an avid reader, she received a Masters Degree in Psychology from West Georgia University and a Masters Degree of Business from the University of Phoenix. She lived all over the world including Georgia, Anchorage, Alaska, and Brussels, Belgium.
She held numerous positions in her life, including being a social worker that assisted troubled children, genealogy, and insurance. She was passionate at helping all in need, especially children and animals. One of her greatest joys was being a loving foster parent.
She is preceded in death by her father, Johnny, her brother, Joel, and her grandparents Jesse and Ethelda.
She is survived by her mother, Skye, her sons, Jesse and Bryce, her brothers and sisters, Keith, Johnathon, Lisa, and Laura, her grandmother, Opal, her sister-in-law, Jenna, and daughter-in-law, Emily. She was also blessed to have numerous amazing friends that supported and cared for her.
She was loved by all and will be remembered for being a shining light in her community. She made friends everywhere she went from all walks of life. A lover of plants and animals, Lanae will always be remembered for fostering cats, dogs, and all God’s creatures.
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.
Lisa Ann Marie Scott Smith, a resident of Brundidge, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at her home.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Lisa was born on October 14, 1959 in Johnson City, New York, the daughter of Gerald Samuel Floyd and Judith Arlene Ann Brainard Scott. She grew up as an “army brat” and lived in various places. At the age of fifteen, her family moved to Ft. Rucker, Alabama and settled there. She worked as a janitor at M1 Support Services for seventeen years. She often traveled to Florida with her husband during the fruit season to transport fruit for his work. She loved gardening and was known for her “green thumb”. She enjoyed tending to her chickens. Her most pride and joy were her family. She adored her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Lisa’s dream in life was to go to Korea to see the Botanical Gardens.
Lisa is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Denkin Smith; uncle, Dale Brainard; sister, Cynthia Jaworski; and nephews, Shawn and Andrew Jaworski.
Lisa is survived by her sons, Robert Silavent (Allie) and Nick Silavent (Wendy), both of Ariton; daughters, Tina Silavent of Elizabethtown, KY and Denece Smith of Highland Park, FL; sister, Susan Slavin; grandchildren, Triston, Barrett, MaKayla (Decklin), Gaige (Hannah), Chelsea (Mark), Brandon (Catalina), Kayla, Austin (Bonnie), Gerald (Ash), Olivia, Marissa, Justis, Mya; great grandchildren, Rose, Amethyst, Brandon Jr., Dylon, and Hudson.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Katherine Jane Trotter, affectionately known as Jane or Meme to her loved ones, passed away on March 24, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 77. Born on January 25, 1949, in Alexandria, Louisiana, Jane was the cherished daughter of the late Thurman and Violet Lofton and sister to the late Eddie Lofton. Her warm presence and boundless positivity were a beacon of light to all who knew her.
Jane’s life was one of dedication, both to her family and her community. She was the devoted wife of George Trotter, and together they raised three wonderful sons, Stacey (Kim) Trotter, Jeremy (Kayla) Trotter, and Lucas (Kimberly) Trotter. Jane’s role as a mother was only outshined by her joy in being a grandmother to her adored grandchildren, Abree (Matthew) Buie, Colton Trotter, Emerson Trotter, Lofton Trotter, Ashlyn Trotter, Paxton Trotter, Clayton Trotter, and Easton Trotter.
Jane was the glue that held her family together, and her enthusiasm for life was contagious. Jane was Everybody’s Meme Trotter, always ready to engage in conversation, share a smile, or burst into laughter. She had a zest for life that was evident in everything she did, from cheering on her beloved LSU Tigers to teaching her grandchildren to drive and celebrating their achievements at school events and sports.
Her true calling was as a homemaker, a role she embraced with all her heart. Jane’s home was always filled with love, laughter, and the mouthwatering aromas of her cooking, especially her famous gumbo and king cake during Mardi Gras. She also had a deep love for crafting and took great joy in making things by hand, often creating thoughtful and meaningful pieces for those she loved. Her culinary and creative talents were just some of the many ways she expressed her love for her family and friends.
Her adventurous spirit shone brightly when she won a fishing tournament alongside her grandson Colton, a memory that her family will treasure forever. Jane’s love for her grandchildren knew no bounds, from spontaneous Sonic runs to the simple joy of spending time together and making lasting memories.
Jane’s legacy is one of love, joy, and the power of positivity. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her light will continue to shine in the hearts of her family and the many lives she touched. Jane’s memory will be cherished, her stories retold, and her laughter will echo in the stories passed down through generations. As we bid farewell to Katherine Jane Trotter, we celebrate a life lived to the fullest, a life that will continue to inspire and guide us for years to come.
A celebration of Jane’s life will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, March 27, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Home with Pastor Chad Hixson officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 9:00-10:00 am.
Mrs. JoAnne Baxley Smith, a resident of Fadette, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at her home.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at 10:30am in the Glover Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Dennis Singletary officiating. Burial will follow in the Mount Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery with Glover Funeral Home Directing. The family will receive friends from 5:00pm until 7:00pm on Friday, March 27, 2026, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Mount Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Don Spivey, 239 Jim Baxley Road, Slocomb, Alabama 36375.
Mrs. Smith was born on December 16, 1937, in Geneva County, the daughter of Jim and Mildred Lassiter Baxley. She spent her early years of life growing up in Fadette, Alabama. She graduated from Fadette Junior High School and later Slocomb High School, Class of 1955. She attended Troy University and obtained a bachelor’s degree in 1959, and later a master’s degree in 1978. Mrs. Smith spent thirty-one dedicated years in her career as a teacher, she taught at Houston County Schools and Cottonwood High School. She was a member of the Houston County Education Association and served as Secretary, Treasurer, and President. She served as a delegate at the AEA convention and a Treasurer of the Delta Kappa Gamma, a professional organization for outstanding women educators. She was also a member of the Zeta Gamma Chapter of the Kappa Delata Pi, HCEA, AEA, and Nea. Mrs. Smith’s career was something she was proud of, but it didn’t compare to her family. Her husband was the love of her life, and her family was the joy of her life. She cherished the time spent with her family. Her grandchildren were so precious to her. She greatly enjoyed hosting and preparing special meals for her family. Her hobbies were collecting cookbooks and preparing new dishes. Mrs. Smith was a dedicated member of Cloverdale Baptist Church where she served as Sunday School teacher, church training teacher, VBS worker, building planning committee, nursery worker, choir member, hostess committee member, and M&M committee.
Mrs. Smith is preceded in death by her parents; brother, James David Baxley; sister, Janie Spivey; nieces, Marcia Baxley and Amanda Adams; nephews, Kenny Barrentine and Donnie Bolin; mother and father-in-law, Ray and Eutha Smith.
Mrs. Smith’s love and memories will live on with her husband of sixty five years, Jimmy Earl Smith, Fadette; daughters, Leisa Pitchford (Glen) of Rehobeth, Sherryl Quast, Fadette; brothers-in-law, Ronald Smith of Wicksburg, Gary Smith (Judy) of Jacksons Gap, Don Spivey of Fadette; sister-in-law, Nancy Barrentine (Robert) of Taylor; grandchildren, JoAnna Pitchford, Whitney Barron (Samantha), Holli Fuller (Justin), Emily Strickland (Trapper Bell), Lindsey Wilson (Travis); great grandchildren, Cameron Turner, Logan McConnell, Julianna Fuller, Ivey Jo Barron, Jonah Fuller, Ever Wilson, Josie Fuller, Birdie Bell; several nieces and nephews.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888.
