DALEVILLE…Mr. Dale Thimothy Chesson, a resident of Daleville, died Monday morning, February 23, 2026, at his home with his wife, Betty at his side. He was 65.
In keeping with the wishes of the family, there will be a Celebration of Life Service at a later date. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Chesson was born in Lafayette, Louisiana and started school in Vinton, Louisiana. He later moved, with his mother, to Holmes County, Florida, where he, his sisters, and brothers started school at Bethlehem High School. Later, he returned to Louisiana where he met the love of his life in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Betty Edwards. They were married on August 11, 1990, in Sulphur, Louisiana by Randall Chesson. They have been together for a total of forty-two years and married for thirty-six years. Eventually, they settled in Daleville where they have lived for the past thirteen years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie Chesson and Dorothy Loudean Register Chesson Lundy; brothers, Gene M. Chesson, Luther A. Chesson, Wendall Alton Chesson, Donlad Ray Chesson, Danny Keith Chesson, and Willie Douglas Chesson; sisters, Edith Chesson Bufford, and Jo Ann Chesson Bufford.
Surviving relatives include his wife, Betty Edwards, Daleville; siblings, Donald Ray Glenn (Donna), Bellwood; Daryl Wayne Chesson, Coffee Springs, Alabama, David Michael Chesson, Alexandria, Louisiana, and Doretta Chesson Maloy, Coffee Springs, Alabama; sisters-in-law, Brenda Edwards Simmons, Starks, Louisiana and Kathy Edwards; brothers-in-law, Jimmy Edwards (Gayle), Sulphur, Louisiana and Danny Edwards; father-in-law and mother-in-law, John Lejuine and Melba Lejuine; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The family would like to thank the Daleville Rescue and the Daleville Police Department for their care and support to the family during the illness of Mr. Chesson.
OZARK…Mr. Horace J. Peters, a resident of Ozark, died late Sunday morning, February 22, 2026, at his home. He was 91.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, February 27, 2026, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Harold Peters officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Memory Gardens. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements. The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 A.M. Friday at the funeral home.
Mr. Peters, the son of the late Lewis Peters and Ida Fralish Peters, was a native and lifelong resident of the Marley Mill Community in Dale County. He grew up there, raised his own family there, and spent his entire life rooted in the place he loved most. The people of Marley Mill were not just neighbors to him—they were part of his extended family.
He proudly served his country and community as a member of the Ozark Unit of the Alabama Army National Guard. His time in the Guard shaped him into a man known for his steady nature, quiet strength, and willingness to help others whenever he could.
Mr. Peters was happiest when he was outdoors. He loved fishing, camping, gardening, and farming—anything that let him work with his hands and enjoy the simple beauty of being outside. He had a way of making even the most ordinary day feel peaceful, whether he was tending a garden row, checking on his crops, or sitting by the water with a fishing pole in hand. He enjoyed being with his family most of all, and he treasured every moment of quality time spent with them. Those who loved him will always remember his easy smile, his gentle spirit, and the way he made people feel welcome and cared for.
He was a faithful member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Ozark. His faith was not something he kept to himself—it was something he lived out every day. He believed deeply in sharing God’s love with others, and he did so in his own humble way. Many people will remember him for handing out Bible tracts wherever he went and taking the time to talk with others about salvation. His quiet, unwavering commitment to witnessing was one of the defining parts of his life.
Mr. Peters retired from Dyncorp at Fort Rucker after thirty‑seven years of dedicated service as an aircraft inspector. He took great pride in his work and was known for his reliability, attention to detail, and strong work ethic. His coworkers respected him not only for his skill, but for the kind of man he was—steady, dependable, and kind.
He leaves behind a legacy of faith, family, and a life lived with purpose. Those who knew him will remember his love for the outdoors, his devotion to his family, and the gentle way he shared his faith with everyone he met.
Mr. Peters was preceded in death by his spouses, Carolyn Benefield Peters and Elizabeth Deal Peters; a son, Stanley Peters; his siblings, Bertha Gunter, Myrtle Rugg, Merlene Peters, Earlene Beasley, Floyd Peters, Foy Peters, Wyatt Peters, Toby Peters, Wilford Peters, and Malcolm Peters.
Surviving relatives include his children, Marilyn Ivey (Joe), Enterprise, and Gary Peters, Ozark; daughter-in-law, Carol Peters, Troy; stepson, Larry Deal (Cathy), and their children, Michael and Marissa; grandchildren, Amanda (Chuck), Craig (Sarah), Stan (Andrea), Jennifer (Jose), Ryan, Wesley (Avery), and Stuart (Haleigh); great-grandchildren, David, Brooke, Emma, Ellie, Tripp, Jimbo, Miguel, and Cecilia; sister, Sarah Byrd Cooper, Ozark; sisters-in-law, Gayle Peters, and Charlotte Byrd, both Ozark; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
James Reeves Espy, age 72, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026 at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital in Tallahassee, Florida.
Reeves was the last baby born in Dothan, Alabama on December 31, 1953.
Reeves grew up in Abbeville, Alabama. After graduating from Abbeville High School in 1972, he attended Troy State University.
While at Troy he became a member of Delta Chi Fraternity. He was also a Big Brother to the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. Reeves graduated from Troy with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. Reeves later decided to follow his true passion and went
back to school at Florida A&M in Tallahassee, Florida. There he obtained a degree in Landscape Design. He soon formed his own company Espy Lawn and Landscaping located in Tallahassee. Reeves received many accolades for his design work. A landscape project he was proud of was his designs for Florida State
University’s Law School grounds. He was also instrumental for the design of the tree lined landscape in in downtown Abbeville, Alabama. Reeves was not only a lover of nature, plants and flowers, he also loved cats and dogs. He always had a bowl set out
for a needy animal. Reeves spent several of the last years at the Espy family home in Abbeville, Alabama.
Reeves was preceded in death by his father John Darby Espy, Jr., his mother Virginia Richardson Espy and his nephew Jeffry H. Grace. He is survived by his sister Ann Espy Grace (Hoyt), his brother John “Darby” Espy, III (Beverly) and his nieces, nephews and many close cousins.
A memorial gathering will be held April 25, 2026 at 11:30 for all family and friends. The gathering will take place at The Espy house, 205 Columbia Road in Abbeville.
Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Abbeville Rebuild Fund, P.O. Box 606, Abbeville, Alabama 36310, or The American Cancer Society, 3054 McGehee Road, Montgomery, Alabama 36111 or ARK-Safe Haven Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 126, Abbeville, Alabama 36310.
HOLMAN ABBEVILLE MORTUARY & CREMATIONS IS IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Phone 334-585-5261. You may sign a guest register at www.holmanmortuaries.com. This establishment does not own a crematory.
ABBEVILLE. . .Mickey W. Skeen, a resident of Abbeville, passed away Monday night, February 23, 2026, at his home. He was 69.
Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, February 26, 2026, in the Holman-Abbeville Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Wayne Russell officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. Thursday at the mortuary in Abbeville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a favorite charity.
Mickey Skeen was born and raised in Henry County, son of the late Legon Littleton Skeen and Willie Mae Smith Skeen. He lived in the Abbeville area most of his adult lifetime before moving to Thomas Mill Creek on Lake Eufaula seventeen years ago. Mickey was of the Baptist faith. He was retired as a Salesman from Money Motors in Abbeville after forty-eight years employment. Mickey was preceded in death by a sister, Faye Skeen Hamm and two brothers, Terry Skeen and Jerry Skeen.
Surviving relatives include a son, Skyler D. Skeen (Cyntheia Solorio), Abbeville; a granddaughter, Laiken Skeen; four sisters, Peggy Herring, Abbeville; Ann Walker, South Carolina; Martha Dunagan, Cullman, AL; and Rosa McCoy (Tommy), Abbeville; sisters-in-law, Martha Skeen and Phyllis Barfield Skeen; several nieces and nephews.
HOLMAN ABBEVILLE MORTUARY & CREMATIONS IS IN CHARGE OF FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS. Phone 334-585-5261.You may sign a guest register at www.holmanmortuaries.com. This firm does not own a crematory.
Mr. Robert “Kevin” Carter passed away on Sunday February 22, 2026 at Southeast Health. He was 68.
A celebration of life service for family and close friends will be held from 12:00-2:00 p.m. on Saturday February 28, 2026 at the family home in Hartford. The family request that flowers be omitted and those wishing can make contributions to the Dothan Humane Society, 255 Jerry drive Dothan, Alabama 36303.
Kevin was born on December 28, 1957, at Fort Eustis, Virginia, to the late Robert Oscar Carter and Stella Sande Carter. As the son of an Army pilot, Kevin grew up as a proud military brat. It was during these early years that he developed his lifelong love of flying. Kevin graduated from Carroll High School in Ozark and went on to earn his A&P license from Ozark Aviation College. After obtaining his helicopter pilot’s license, he began an adventurous chapter of his life, moving first to Panama and then to Guam, where he flew for the tuna boat industry, spotting tuna from the air. While visiting home in Ozark, Kevin met the love of his life, Charlotte. They shared 43 wonderful years of marriage and were blessed with two sons, Nick and Josh. After becoming the manager of the helicopter company he worked for, Kevin moved his family to Guam. Following eight years there, he started his own helicopter business. Eventually, Kevin and his family returned to Alabama, living in Ozark and later in Hartford. Kevin spent many years crop-dusting across several states, combining his skill as a pilot with his strong work ethic. He retired in 2021 and embraced a quieter life, dedicating his time to farming, raising cows, and tending pecan trees. Kevin enjoyed reading, fishing, riding motorcycles, and working with his hands. He will be remembered for his adventurous spirit, dedication to his family, and deep love of flying.
In addition to his parents his father-in-law “Mac” McWilliams preceded him in death.
Kevin is survived by his wife of 43 years Charlotte Carter; two sons Nick and Josh Carter; Sisters: Sandy Layton (Dan) and Barbara Andrews (Carl); Brothers: John Carter and Keith Carter (Janie); Sisters-in-law Dianne Fleece (Louis) Lynne McWilliams, Susan Enfinger (Jeff); Mother-in-law: Betty McWilliams and numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends.
Dennis George Ingalls, a resident of Gordon, Alabama died Monday, February 23, 2026 at Graceville Rehabilitation Center. He was 78.
Graveside Services will be held at 11:00am on Thursday, February 26, 2026 in Ashford City Cemetery with Chaplain Wesley Adams and Glover Funeral Home directing.
Dennis was born to the late George and Vonzelle Williams Ingalls on August 7, 1947 in Kissimmee, Florida. He spent his early years near Utica, New York until he was twelve years old. He moved to the Wiregrass area in 1960 and graduated from Ashford High School in 1966. After graduating High School, he began a successful farming career retiring in 2014. Dennis was nominated as Alabama Farmer of the Year in 2001. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He will be dearly missed by all who loved and knew him.
Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; son, George Ingalls; sister, Darlene Grice; and brother, Mark Ingalls.
Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife of fifty one years, Barbara Ingalls; son, Brannon Ingalls (Kellie); daughter in law, Erica Ingalls; three grandchildren, Loren Beth Ingalls, John Preston Ingalls, and Bella Ingalls; brother, Zale Ingalls (Connie); three sisters, Barbara Rutherford, Deloris Rogers (Tommy), and Becky Ford (Lonnie); numerous nieces, nephews and many friends.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
