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.
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.
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
Obituary from Holman Funeral Home of Ozark – Ozark, Alabama
Mr. John Billy Outlaw, age 90, a resident of Newton, Alabama, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, surrounded by his daughters he loved so deeply.
A celebration of life service for Mr. Outlaw will be held 11:00 A.M. Monday, May 4, 2026 at Newton United Methodist Church with Reverend Sam Williams officiating. Holman Funeral Home of Ozark has been entrusted with the arrangements. The family will receive friends in the church Monday from 10:00 A.M. until service time.
Mr. Outlaw was born July 14, 1935 in Skipperville, Alabama to the late Richard Pearson Outlaw and Lillie Ruth Stephens Outlaw. A devoted United States Army Veteran, husband, father, and grandfather. Billy was the steady compass in our lives—always guiding us with wisdom, patience and quiet strength through life’s challenges. His laughter could fill a room. He taught us that kindness is never wasted, that hard work builds more than a career, and that laughter is the best way to end any day. His legacy lives on in the values he instilled and the love he gave so much to everyone he touched.
He is survived by daughters, Shannon Outlaw Simmons (Skipper) and Tracy Outlaw (Katherine Montes Outlaw); two sisters, Gail and Erwin Boger, and Kay and Mike Pascoe; grandchildren: Mark A Coker, Karrah Coker, Shyan Lovern, Aiden Outlaw, Makenna Outlaw, Jordan Montes, Kaylan Merriwether, Brandie Simmons-Long, Sherie Simmons, and Savannah Simmons; great grandchildren: Bindi, Vivien, Gable, Morgan, Harper, John Clayton, Layla, Temperance, Brayden, Bentley, Brylan, and James; will forever cherish his love, guidance, and the countless memories they shared. He is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Margie J. Outlaw.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations in his memory to Newton United Methodist Church, 209 King Street, Newton, Alabama 36352.
Though our hearts are heavy, we take comfort in knowing his legacy of love, compassion, and resilience will live on in all who knew him and he is reunited in Heaven with our Mother.
EWELL COMMUNITY…Mr. Franklin D. Thompson, a resident of the Ewell Community, near Ozark, died early Tuesday morning, April 28, 2026, at the home of his niece. He was 92.
In keeping with the wishes of the family, there are no public services planned at this time. Interment will be in Sylvan Grove Methodist Cemetery, Midland City. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Thompson, the son of the late Frank Alexander Thompson and Lillian Pearl Stephens Thompson, was born and raised in the Sylvan Grove Community of Dale County, a place that shaped his character and remained close to his heart throughout his life. He spent most of his years living in Henry County near Columbia, where he built a life rooted in family, hard work, and simple joys, before moving to Ozark. He served his country in the United States Army and was a veteran of the Korean War.
He was a man who believed in putting in an honest day’s work, and he did just that for many years as a heavy equipment operator. He took pride in the machines he ran and the projects he helped bring to life. Later, he worked as an HVAC technician, a job that allowed him to help neighbors and friends stay comfortable through the changing seasons. No matter what the task, he approached his work with steady hands and a dependable spirit.
But the true heartbeat of Mr. Thompson’s life was music. He had a gift for picking up an instrument and making it sing. Whether it was the mandolin, guitar, banjo, or harmonica, he could fill a room—or a front porch—with melodies that brought people together. Some of his happiest moments were spent playing music with his family and friends, sharing laughter, stories, and songs late into the evening. Those who knew him will remember the way his face lit up when he played, and how his music had a way of making everyone feel at home.
Mr. Thompson was no stranger to loss, and he carried the memories of his loved ones with him always. He was preceded in death by three sisters—Betty Jo Thompson West, Carolyn Thompson Bowden, and Jennie Thompson Linderman—and seven brothers: Garland, Allen, Gayle, Rhodes, Stanton, James, and George Thompson. Though he outlived many of his siblings, he spoke of them often and cherished the bond they shared.
Surviving relatives include numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins including a special niece, Teresa Herring-Young, Ozark.
You may sign a guest register at www.fuquabankston.com
Craig Alderman, age 78, of Midland City, Alabama, passed away on April 27, 2026, in Midland City.
Craig was born on August 7, 1947, and lived a life defined by service, hard work, and devotion to his family. He was a kind and selfless man who was always willing to help others and was deeply loved by those who knew him.
He is survived by his son, Kyle Alderman; stepdaughter, LuAnn Whitten (Steve), his grandchildren, West Whitten (Madie), RayLee Whitten, Daniel Whitten, and great grandchild, Bentley Alderman; and his sister, Susan Alderman. He also leaves behind many other family members and friends who will cherish his memory.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Nell Alderman; parents, Raymond and Shirley Alderman, as well as his grandson, Christopher Alderman, and his brother, Mark Alderman.
Craig proudly served his country in the United States Army, retiring as a Master Sergeant. During his military career, he was stationed in Germany and Fort Sill, Oklahoma. His years of service reflected the discipline, loyalty, and dedication that remained evident throughout his life.
Following his retirement from the Army, Craig worked for Dr. Griffin as his personal eye glass maker for 20 years, where he earned the respect of those around him through his dependable nature and strong work ethic.
Craig made Midland City his home in 1983 and enjoyed a quiet life centered around family and the things he loved most. In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking and took pride in creating things with his hands.
Those who knew Craig will remember him for his gentle spirit, quiet strength, and dependable character. He lived with humility and treated others with kindness and respect. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
A celebration of Craig’s life will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, May 8, 2026 at Sunset Funeral Home. Military honors will follow.
