DOTHAN. . .Yvette Williams, a resident of Dothan, passed away Thursday afternoon, June 25, 2026, in UAB Hospital in Birmingham. She was 58.
Memorial services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Saturday, June 27, 2026, in the Holman-Headland Mortuary Chapel with eulogies to be given by friends. The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:00 P.M. Saturday at the mortuary in Headland.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wiregrass Humane Society, P.O. Box 1045, Dothan, AL 36302.
Yvette Williams was a lifelong resident of Dothan. She was an honor graduate of Dothan High School and attended Troy University-Dothan. Yvette was employed by Flowers Hospital as an Insurance Follow-Up Representative. She was an avid Alabama football fan. Yvette was preceded in death by her mother, Hilda Sketoe Wiliams, an aunt, Peggy Sketoe McDaniel, and an uncle, C. E. Sketoe.
Surviving relatives include her brother, Brent Williams, Dothan; special cousins, Kim McDaniel and Annette Lemacks.
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.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear loved one, Mr. Joseph Ray McClenney III — known to all who loved him simply as Joe. Age 70, Joe passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 25, 2026, in his home in Headland, Alabama.
Joe was born on November 30, 1955, to Joe and Elaine McClenney — parents who shaped the man he would become. He was a proud 1973 graduate of Eufaula High School, where he would also find the love of his life. Joe later married his high school sweetheart, Susan Williams McClenney, and together they built a life that would span more than 51 years of devoted partnership.
Joe and Susan raised their five children with love and warmth, welcoming each of their children’s spouses as their very own. Nothing brought Joe greater joy than his grandchildren, and his devotion to family was at the very center of who he was.
To know Joe was to know a man whose passions ran deep and whose heart ran deeper. He had a remarkable gift for music, playing the piano primarily by ear — and his catalog was vast and joyful, ranging from “Amazing Grace” to Floyd Cramer, from the Eagles and Billy Joel to the Beatles. He loved the land and found something sacred in farming. Above all else, Joe cherished his family and friends.
Joe was a quietly generous man. Much of what he gave to others in his community was done privately and without fanfare — he did not seek any recognition, because generosity to Joe, was simply the right way to live. The full measure of his giving may never be known, but those he helped will carry it with them.
Joe is welcomed into heaven by his father Joe, his mother Elaine, and his sister Melanie.
Joe is survived by his beloved wife, Susan; their five children and spouses — Mandi & Josh Sowell, Seth & Aubrie McClenney, Claire & Billy Smith, Cole & Ashleigh McClenney, and Meg & Kelly South; and his cherished grandchildren — Anna Claire Sowell, Aiden Sowell, Clarke Ferguson, Lucie Ferguson, Decker Smith, John Bennett Smith, and Miller McClenney and soon to be welcomed Frances (Francie) Claire McClenney.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the many wonderful people who have loved, cared for, and checked on Joe throughout his life. Special and sincere gratitude to Joe’s sitters – Crystal, Austin and Temeka and the staff of Enhabit Hospice. Your kindness has meant more than words can say.
Services are under the care of Holman-Headland Mortuary and Cremations. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 P.M. Monday, June 29 2026, in the Holman-Headland Mortuary Chapel with Barry Woodham officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:30 P.M. Monday at the mortuary. Immediately following the funeral, a private burial service for family and close friends will be held at Gardens of Memory in Headland.
Active pallbearers will include Seth McClenney, Cole McClenney, Josh Sowell, Billy Smith, Kelly South, Clarke Ferguson, Aiden Sowell, Steve Gates, Tyler Gates, William Parker, Keith Shippey, Daniel Whitfield, Josh McCoy, Trey Jones, Eric Parish and Ben Arrington.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Bethel Christian Academy, 3257 E. Cottonwood Road in Dothan, Alabama, 36301.
The family requests that all attendees’ dress casual.
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.
Peggy Raska passed away on June 25, 2026, in Dothan, Alabama, at the age of 64.
Peggy was born on August 22, 1961, in Florida to Kermit and Margie Boone. She was a loving daughter, sister, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her brothers, Kermit Boone, Ryan Boone, Roger Boone, and Randy Boone.
Peggy enjoyed cooking, spending time at home, and being with her family. She especially loved spoiling her grandchildren and treasured every moment she shared with them. She will be remembered for her generous heart, strong spirit, and the love she gave to those around her. During her working years, Peggy enjoyed many different careers.
Her greatest joy was her family. She is survived by her son, Ronald Raska (Crystal); her daughters, Regina Raska (Chad), and Amanda Raska (John); her grandchildren, Savannah, Wyatt, Lexi, Isaac, Alijah, Markie, Jaydyn, Hunter, Jason, Casey Lynn, Malachi, Jeremiah, Joshua, and Makayla; and her great-grandchildren, Ava, Eve, Gatlin, Jacob, Ivy, Violet, Saphira, and Freyja. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Justin. Peggy is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends who will cherish her memory.
She will be remembered for her love of life, her devotion to her family, her caring nature, and the lasting impact she made on those who knew and loved her.
A celebration of Peggy’s life will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 2:00pm-6:00pm at the Train Depot in Ashford.
Mary Frances Causey of Samson, AL, formerly of Blakely, GA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at the home of her daughter. She was 105.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST Monday, June 29, 2026 in Blakely Cemetery with Rev. Michael Williams officiating and Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL directing. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be made to Hilton Methodist Church, 406 S Old River Rd, Blakely, GA 39823 in Mrs. Causey’s memory.
Frances was born in Georgia on June 10, 1921 to the late Ross and Annie Margaret Brooks Avirett. She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother who dearly loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She was an amazing southern cook who expressed her love to family and friends through her delicious food. Cooking was truly a language of love for her. She enjoyed working in her yards and flower beds, even cutting her own grass until the age of 90. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing and was an accomplished seamstress. For 30 years, she was employed in the Georgia Peanut Industry in various capacities. She retired from Farmers Warehouse after 26 years of service to the farmers of South Georgia. Frances was a faithful, lifelong member of Hilton Methodist Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Stanley Causey; two sisters and one brother.
Frances is survived by two daughters, Shirley C. McDuffie of Samson, AL and Phyllis Craft (Ken) of Damascus, GA; four grandchildren, Stan McDuffie (Ashley) of Birmingham, AL, Ross McDuffie (Sunny) of Samson, AL, Holley Jaakkola (Juha) of Savannah, GA and Brooke Odom of Arlington, GA; six great grandchildren, Davis McDuffie, Brynn McDuffie, Laney McDuffie, Ava Jaakkola, Sophie Jaakkola and Georgia Odom.
The family would like to extend a very special “Thank You” to Terri Knowles and Mary Kyles for your devoted love and care given to our loved one and to Gentiva Hospice for their excellent care given to our mother and grandmother.
DOTHAN. . .Durwood Alfred “Danny” Nowell, Jr. D.M.D. a resident of Dothan, passed away Wednesday afternoon, June 24, 2026, in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. He was 81.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, June 29, 2026, in Gardens of Memory, between Headland & Dothan, with Pastor Chuck Locke officiating. The family will receive friends following the graveside services. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s of Central Alabama, 300 Office Park Drive, Suite 225, Birmingham, AL 35223.
Danny Nowell was born and raised near Headland, son of the late Durwood Alfred Nowell and Maureen DeShazo Nowell. He was a 1962 graduate of Headland High School. Danny received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry from the University of Alabama and a Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Alabama School of Dentistry. He served his country in the U. S. Army during the Vietnam War era as a Dentist and was discharged as a Major. Danny established his practice of General Dentistry in 1974 in Dothan. He was a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church, Alabama Dental Association and American Dental Association and formerly served as President of the Dothan Optimist Club. Danny was preceded in death by a sister Starla Nowell Schroll, and two brothers, William Kenneth Nowell and Ronny Nowell.
Surviving relatives include a daughter, Tiffany Nowell, British Virgin Islands; a son, Sean Nowell (Kirsten), New York City, New York; a brother, Benny Nowell (Cynthia), Inlet Beach, FL.
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.
HEADLAND…Rhonda Lee “Ronie” Price, a resident of Headland, died Wednesday, June 24, 2026 in a Dothan Hospital. She was 59.
There are no funeral or memorial services planned at this time. Holman-Headland Mortuary & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.
Rhonda Price was born in Denver, Colorado and raised in Alhambra, California. She was the daughter of the late Dick Laverene Williams and Barbara Joy Knight Williams. Rhonda lived in Las Vegas, Nevada, Lake City, Florida and Marysville, Washington before moving to Headland in 2024. Rhonda was currently employed by Walmart Neighborhood Market in Dothan. In earlier years, she was employed by Flying J Travel Center.
Surviving relatives include a daughter, Megan Price; two sons, Brad Haese (Caitlyn), Lake City, FL and Ryan Price, Iowa; two sisters, Laura Trapani, Headland and Michaele Duthie, Selma, NC; a brother, Richard Williams, Selma, NC; and three grandchildren.
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.
