Patricia Effie Segers, known to many as “Pat,” passed away on July 14, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 70. She was born on December 7, 1954, in Covington County, Alabama.
Pat graduated from Dothan High School and went on to earn her degree from Troy University. She spent more than 20 years working as a lab technician at Flowers Hospital and Southeast Alabama Medical Center. Known for her attention to detail and steady work ethic, she was respected by both her colleagues and the patients she served.
Outside of work, Pat lived a quiet life. She enjoyed browsing local stores, spending time at home, and caring for her beloved dog, Piper. She also appreciated the peace of the beach and had fond memories of her time living in Florala.
Pat was preceded in death by her parents, James Edward and Annie Merle Jackson Segers, and her brother, Danny Segers. She is survived by her aunt, Joyce Holman; her cousin, Tanya Holman; her nephew, Daniel Preston Segers (Amber); and a circle of friends who will remember her with respect and affection.
Pat will be remembered for her steady presence, her loyalty to those she cared about, and the quiet dignity with which she lived her life.
Susan Carol Summers, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on July 20, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 77. Born in Montgomery, Alabama, on December 30, 1947, Susan’s life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and the joy she found in her family and faith.
Susan’s early years in Dothan laid the foundation for a life filled with love, laughter, and sports. She carried her passion for athletics throughout her life, often found umpiring or keeping score at various sporting events, her presence a constant encouragement to players and fans alike. Susan’s spirited personality and generous heart made her the matriarch everyone turned to, earning her the affectionate nickname “Grandma Susan or Ms. Susan” among her loved ones.
After obtaining her Associates Degree, Susan’s professional life was as dynamic as her personality. Her colleagues fondly remember her for always keeping everyone straight with her spunky attitude. But it was her role as a devoted mother and grandmother that truly defined her. Susan was the epitome of a loving, faith-filled, and generous soul, qualities that radiated in her every action.
Susan was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Larry David Summers. She leaves behind a legacy of love and strength in her children, Brandi (Jeff) Grantham, Britt (Kelly) Speigner, stepdaughter Tina Summers, and her “adopted daughter”, Stephanie Bowman. Her grandchildren, Taylor (Josh) Fleming, Hannah Mock, Reagan Mock, Brandi (Jonathan) Givens, Ryan (Abigail) Grantham, Jacob (Devyn) Grantham, Jackson (Morgan) Grantham, Tyler (Julia) Grantham, and Morgan Sean Austin, will forever cherish the precious moments spent with their grandmother. Susan was also blessed with great-grandchildren, Emma Grantham, Jasper Grantham, Juniper Grantham, Landon Givens, Lucas Givens, Kaleigh Givens, Karleigh Givens, Kenzleigh Givens, Brooks Fleming, Ridge Fleming, and the soon-to-be-born Axel Grantham, all of whom brought immense joy to her later years.
Susan’s sister, Cathy Hall Kirkland, along with her niece, Kacee (Jeremy) Sims, will hold dear the memories of her unwavering support and guidance. Her love for her family was matched only by her dedication to her faith. Susan was a faithful member of Cloverdale Baptist Church in Dothan, where she found strength and community.
A lifelong fan of Alabama football and Braves baseball, Susan’s enthusiasm for her teams was infectious. She was known to light up a room with her spirit and cheer on game days, sharing those moments with anyone around her.
Susan’s life was a living example of the Christian virtues she held dear. Her legacy of love, faith, and generosity will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her. As we say farewell to Susan Carol Summers, we celebrate a life beautifully lived and a soul that will forever inspire us to embrace each day with the same love and grace she so effortlessly displayed.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Memory Hill Cemetery with Reverend Alan Bryan officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday evening from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home.
Alice Wavine Carroll Smith of Leonia, FL passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was 79 years old.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Leonia Baptist Church with Rev. Rodd Jones and Rev. Thomas Ealum, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the church beginning at 10:00 a.m. Flowers will be accepted, or memorial contributions may be made to Leonia Baptist Church Missions Fund.
Alice was born September 23, 1945, in Leonia, FL to the late Dallas Angus and Elouise Gillis Carroll. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed gardening, working in her flowers and plants, cooking for others and baking her famous 13-layer chocolate cake. She truly possessed a servant’s heart in everything she did for others, never putting herself first. She was employed as a beautician for more than 30 years.
Alice is survived by her husband of 59 years, Ronald Lane Smith of Leonia, FL; one daughter, Rhonda Steverson (William) of Graceville, FL; one son, William “Will” Smith (Kim) of Leonia, FL; four grandchildren, Lee Steverson (Tiffany) of Bonifay, FL, Garrett Steverson (Katherine) of Graceville, FL, Rachel Ward Peters (Spenser) of Slocomb, AL and Lane Smith of Leonia, FL; five great grandchildren, Wrenlee Steverson, Silas Steverson, Henry Peters, Hank Peters and Colsen Steverson; four siblings, Dalton Carroll (Brenda) of Leonia, FL, Ouida Davis of Leonia, FL, Cathy Garrett of Glendale, FL and David Carroll (Theresa) of Leonia, FL and four sitters who had become like family, Rosie Eskew, Theresa Haddock, Stella Wilson and Janet Johnson.
Serving as pallbearers will be Heath Carroll, Logan Garrett, Terry Davis, Peter Arnold, Steven Laird, Roger McLaney and Trevor Bell.
Warren~Holloway~Ward Funeral Home (334) 684-9999, is in charge of arrangements. “Continuing The Trust You’ve Placed In Us” To sign a guest register, please visit: www.whwfuneralhome.com
Mrs. Jonella Jessica Whittle of Enterprise Alabama passed peacefully at the age of 73 on Friday July 18, 2025. She leaves behind an everlasting legacy of grace and unconditional love for her family and friends.
Jonella was born on March 22, 1952 in McKees Rocks, PA to the late John and Ann Seroky. Those that were blessed with her love, knew her as a compassionate soul who lived for her family. Jonella was a ray of sunshine, lifting up those around her. She lived life fully and never missed an opportunity to tell you how much she loved you.
She loved music, dancing, and spending time with family. Her faith and devotion to God was the cornerstone of her life. Jonella’s beautiful soul served those around her with compassion, fierce loyalty, and love like no other. She was a friend, a daughter, a sister, a wife, a mother, and her favorite role of all, Grammy to her beautiful grandchildren.
Jonella is preceded in death by her parents John and Ann Seroky, maternal grandparents John and Sophie Drukalski, paternal grandparents Edward and Sophie Seroky, and sisters Mary Seroky and Dee Giessuebel.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at Bottoms Garden Chapel Funeral Home in Hartford. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery under the direction of Shelby Lett of Bottoms Garden Chapel Funera Home. The family will recieve friends beginning at 1:30 p.m. until service time.
She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Mr. Charles Whittle, son Raimey Whittle and his wife Amanda of Dothan, AL, daughter Jessica Whittle of Newton, AL, son Jonathan Whittle and his wife Kayleigh of Hendersonville, TN, sister Elaine Garcia, brother Ron Seroky, many nephews, nieces, beloved friends, and the pride and joy of her life, her grandbabies Noah, Sophia, Nolan, and Jesella Whittle.
Mr. James W. “J.W.” Ray of Coffee Springs, AL passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 91 years old.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home with Rev. Danny Branch officiating. Burial will follow in the Travelers Rest Cemetery in Samson, Alabama with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL directing. The family will receive friends Wednesday morning beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the funeral home.
J.W. was born on September 19, 1933, in Blountstown, FL to the late James William and Callie Stewart Ray. In addition to his parents, Mr. Ray was preceded in death by two wives, Lillie Ray and Blanche Ray; one daughter, Diane Brown; and one grandson, Eric Connell.
He is survived by six children, Shirley Arnold (Bob) of Auburndale, FL, Timothy Ray (Karen) of Virginia, James Branch (Laura) of Williston, FL, Danny Branch (Debbie) of Samson, AL, Debra Connell (Larry) of Coffee Springs, and Jo Kline (Scott) of Winter Haven, FL; numerous special grandchildren and great grandchildren; three brothers, Johnnie Ray (Maggie), Carol Ray, and Wayne Ray (Marie).
Serving as pallbearers will be Danny Branch, Cameron Ray, Chuck Ray, and DeWayne Cushing.
Warren~Holloway~Ward Funeral Home (334) 684-9999, is in charge of arrangements. “Continuing The Trust You’ve Placed In Us” To sign a guest register, please visit: www.whwfuneralhome.com
Dr. Arne Y. Foss, a loving family man and esteemed member of his community, passed away on July 19, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama. His life was one marked by dedication, compassion, curiosity, and strength.
Arne was born on July 30, 1933, on Staten Island, New York, to Norwegian immigrant parents, Arne and Astri Skaardal Foss. Arne’s academic journey began at Cornell University, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology. He was a member of the Air Force ROTC and active participant in the university crew team and the Sigma Nu Fraternity. Following his time at Cornell, Arne joined the US Air Force and proudly served for three years as a jet pilot in Texas, Georgia, Michigan, and Thule, Greenland.
In the early 1960’s, his pursuit of a medical career took him to Emory Medical School in Atlanta, Georgia, where he received his medical degree and subsequently completed a residency in radiology. In 1970, after a year of working for the University of Colorado in Denver, Arne and the family settled in Dothan, Alabama. He was one of only two radiologists in Dothan for years, and after more than 30 years of service, he retired a beloved physician known for his humor, work ethic, and generosity.
Arne met the love of his life, Jan Hinson Foss, on a blind date while a pilot in Georgia, and together they shared 67 years of marriage filled with love and laughter. Arne found one of his greatest joys spending time at Green Pond, his family’s New Jersey lake house, which he considered his favorite place on earth. He loved fishing and hunting, was a sports enthusiast of all kinds, and was happiest when outdoors. His love for seafood knew no bounds. In 1979, he and Jan purchased a beach home on 30-A, where he enjoyed spending time with family and friends for decades. Despite living in Dothan for over 50 years, he never lost his New York accent. Arne’s mischievous humor was routinely a source of joy and laughter for those around him. He was deeply committed to the Dothan Rotary Club, where he received the esteemed Paul Harris Award twice, reflecting his unwavering commitment to community service. Arne’s sensitive and sentimental nature made him a compassionate man, beloved by everyone who had the fortune to cross his path. His generosity, both with his money and time, was boundless, and his curious mind was always eager to learn and explore new things.
Above all, Arne’s love for his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren was paramount. He leaves behind a legacy of love and learning in his children, Arne M. Foss, Ken (Diane) Foss, Karla (Kevin) Reilly, and Erik (Evin) Foss; his twelve grandchildren, Hannah, Brittany, Sara, Tyler, Cameron, Cecilia, Olivia, Michael, Patrick, Maya, Morgaine, and William; and his great-grandchildren, Nora Ingrid Luly and the soon-to-arrive Collins Jan Foss. Arne also leaves behind his beloved furry companion, Pepper.
Arne was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Jan Hinson Foss; by his parents, Arne and Astri Skaardal Foss; and by his sisters, Alice Garcia and Judy Stuart. He is survived by his sister, Cathy Gustavsen, and a host of nieces, nephews, friends, and family. In his final years, the compassionate care provided by the team at Joy Keepers, who became like family, will always be cherished by his loved ones.
A celebration of Dr. Arne Foss’s life will be held at 11 am on Monday, July 28, 2025, at First United Methodist Dothan, with Dr. David Saliba officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 10-11 am to share memories and honor the man who’s life touched so many.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate memorial donations be made to Wiregrass Pets Rescue and Adoption or First United Methodist Church in Arne’s memory.
