James Wiley Robert Stewart, known to all as “Buddy”, went to live with the Lord on July 21, 2025, at the age of 80. The name “Buddy” wasn’t just a nickname-it was a perfect reflection of who he was.
Buddy was born on January 22, 1945, in Blakely, Georgia. He was a devoted member of Antioch Baptist Church, and a proud member of the Ashford Masonic Lodge. He never met a stranger and carried the kind of steady humble faith that left an impression on everyone he met. After retiring from Farley Nuclear Plant as a welder, he spent his days where he loved the most- whether in a tree stand, with a fishing pole in hand, or surrounded by his family, who were the greatest joy of his life. Family always came first for him; nothing made him prouder than buying land for everyone to live together on what the family lovingly calls, Stewart Hill.
His life was a testimony of strength, deep love, and the goodness of a man who walked closely with the Lord. He was the kind who would give you the shirt off his back without a second thought, always ready to lend a hand to anyone in need, no matter the time or place. His generosity and compassion touched the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. God’s grace saved him, and “grace” became his favorite word-a reflection of the transformation he experienced through faith. He often spoke of how God’s mercy shaped his life, and he lived each day as a reflection of that saving grace. Amazing Grace was his favorite song, a fitting anthem for the journey he walked and the redemption he cherished.
Buddy met Margarette Bowen, his childhood sweetheart, in the second grade and together they shared 62 years of marriage blessed by The Lord. Their life was a testimony of faith, devotion, and the quiet steady love that only grows with time.
Buddy is preceded in death by his parents, Johnnie Mae & Jack Stewart; his three brothers and his three sisters.
He is survived by his wife, Margarette Stewart; his children, Rickey Stewart (Teri), Stacy Stewart (Lynn), and Amanda Meadows (Glenn); his grandchildren, Victoria Moore (Trey), Halee Davis (Kevin), Austin Stewart (Megan), Olivia Peterson (Will), Stewart Vann, and Tye Meadows; his great-grandchildren, Sophia Moore, Karlee Grace Davis, Beckett Moore, Walker Davis, Brock Stewart, and Mary Margarette Peterson; and his three sisters.
Committal Services will be held at 12:00 p.m., Friday, July 25, 2025, at Glover Funeral Home with Masonic Rites. The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:45 a.m., prior to the service. A private family burial will follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to, Antioch Baptist Church Building Fund, 3250 S. Rocky Creek Road, Ashford, AL 36312, or Ashford Masonic Lodge, 515 N. Broadway Street, Ashford, AL 36312, both honoring Buddy’s deep commitment to his faith and community.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Peter Antone Dworaczyk, Jr., affectionately known as Pete, of Pinckard, AL, passed away, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on September 11, 1948, in Three Rivers, TX, to Mary Nell and Peter Antone Dworaczyk, Sr., Pete was a man of robust spirit and generous heart. His journey came to a serene end in the town he called home after his service in the military.
Pete’s life was one marked by dedication and love. He shared a beautiful bond with his fiancée, Helen Mullins. His legacy is carried on by his stepchildren, Preston Willis (Mary), Don Willis (Patricia) and Johnny Willis (Rhonda), and, Mildred Sizemore and Linda Lancaster (Ed). A proud grandfather, Pete was blessed with 14 grandchildren and a host of great-grandchildren, all of whom brought immense joy to his life. He was a beloved brother to Karen and was predeceased by his loving wife, Mattie Dworaczyk, his sister Shirley, and his parents.
After bravely serving as a gunner on a helicopter in Vietnam, Pete found solace and camaraderie in Pinckard, AL. He was a respected trucker for Burl Jones Trucking and Cutler, known on the CB as “Milkshake,” a nickname that reflected his amiable personality. Pete was an integral part of the Peanut Mill Group, a community of friends in Pinckard, where he forged lifelong friendships and shared stories of his travels on the open road.
Pete’s adventurous spirit was most alive in the great outdoors. An avid deer hunter, he loved nothing more than to take his grandchildren hunting, passing down his skills and respect for nature. Fishing in local ponds was another of his passions, and he found tranquility at the water’s edge. Pete’s love for his children was boundless, and he was always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need, embodying the true spirit of a community pillar.
The memory of Pete Dworaczyk, Jr. will forever be etched in the hearts of those who knew him. His laughter, his unwavering support, and his ability to make each of his family members feel deeply loved are treasures that will be cherished for generations. Though his physical presence is no longer among us, his spirit continues to guide and inspire his loved ones.
A celebration of Pete’s life will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, July 25, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Home with Pastor Bill Mansfield officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time. Pete will be laid to rest in Hillsboro Memorial Gardens in Brandon, FL.
Mr. Sammie Lee Reaves, age 69, of Dothan, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Troy Health and Rehabilitation.
A Homegoing Celebration will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at 11:00 AM at United Christian Fellowship (208 Lafayette Street, Dothan, AL) with Bishop Carl McComb officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 AM at the church.
Repast will follow at United Christian Fellowship.
Mr. Reaves was born on March 7, 1956, in Alabama to the late Ernest Reaves and Louise Smith Reaves. He worked as a metal scrapper for many years and was known for his hard-working spirit. Sammie enjoyed fishing, watching his favorite shows—The Young and the Restless, The Bold and the Beautiful, Forensic Files, and karate movies—and cheering on his beloved Dallas Cowboys.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Timothy Earl Reaves; sister, Arlice Jackson; and daughter, Pamela Reaves.
He leaves to cherish his memory his children: Shanna Reaves, Syniah Allen, and Bre’aja Alle; Grandchildren: India Clemons, Mikayla Dawson, Nakeyla Dawson, and Zachariaha Jackson; Brother Ladon Feggins; Sister Sharon Reaves; Uncle: Mickey Smit; Aunt: Annie Ruth Wilson; Special friend: Penny Lawson; Along with a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Mr. Reaves will be remembered for his kind heart, love for family, and his unique sense of humor. His legacy lives on in the many lives he touched.
Billy Todd Caudill of Dothan passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the age of 60.
A Celebration of Life for Billy Todd will be held at 1 P.M. Friday, July 25, 2025 at Ward Wilson Funeral Home.
Billy Todd worked with his father in construction off and on over the years, but most of his life he was a long distant truck driver.
He is preceded in death by his father Billy Ollie Caudill who died in 2022.
He is survived by two half- brothers, Christopher and Donald Caudill and his step-mother, Terry Caudill who was married to Billy Todd’s dad for 54 years, and many other family members. Billy Todd lived with them off and on over the years, but could never leave Dothan and his beloved mother.
He was loved by so many friends and family, especially by his best friend, Billy Sedor aka “Poppy”, but also by all of his friends at Jay’s Landing.
Billy Todd will be missed but his memory will continue through the lives of his family and friends.
Ruby Lee (Tedder) Morrison, 90, a resident of Cottonwood, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at her residence following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Glover Funeral Home with DJ Rollan officiating. Burial will follow at Memory Hill Cemetery with Glover Funeral Home of Dothan directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 until 1:45 p.m., prior to the service.
Flowers will be accepted, or memorial contributions may be made to, Calvary Baptist Church (Cottonwood), 267 Metcalf Street Cottonwood, AL 36320.
Ruby was born January 20, 1935, in Cottonwood to the late Roy Lee & Mary Naomi Sanders Tedder. She attended Cottonwood School in her early years and worked as a School Bus Driver and Teacher’s Aide at Cottonwood High School. Ruby later worked in sales at Grace’s Fad & Fashion for 14 years. Outside of work, she was an active bowling league member for many years. Ruby was a long-time member of Calvary Baptist Church in Cottonwood.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donnell Morrison; her three sisters, Alice Fowler, Diane Tedder, and Mary Evelyn Tedder; and her brother, Terry Tedder.
She is survived by her two sons, Donald Morrison (Lorrie) of Dothan, and Randy Morrison (Tasha) of Cottonwood; her three grandchildren, Kane Morrison (Nicole) of Buena Vista, GA, Kendall Thornton (Doug) of Dothan, and Erica Chailland (Jordan) of Doniphan, MO; her seven great-grandchildren, Landon Morrison, Reagan Morrison, Will Thornton, Sam Thornton, Kassie Chailland, Ellie Chailland, and McKenzie Chailland; her two sisters, Faye Battles of Cottonwood, and Sylvia Fischer of Enterprise; and several nieces and nephews.
Serving as pallbearers will be Kane Morrison, Landon Morrison, Doug Thornton, Will Thornton, Wayne Jenkins, and Jimmy McCall.
Glover Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. (334) 699-3888. Please sign the guestbook online at www.gloverfuneral.com
Diane Clara Wiliams, a resident of Dothan, died Monday, July 21, 2025 at Southeast Health Medical Center. She was 89.
Visitation for family and friends will be held from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at Southern Heritage Funeral Home.
Diane was born December 7, 1935 in Kingston, New York and lived there the early years of her life and was an aspiring Opera singer. She moved to Virginia in 1967 where she started working for a law firm where she later retired. Diane moved to Dothan in 2023 where she lived the remainder of her life.
Survivors include her husband, David Williams; daughters, Leslie Kingrey (Barry), Lisa Ryan, Tracy Ryan, Jennifer Coppolla (Tony), Heather Williams and Sara O’Neal; son, Thomas Ryan; fourteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
