Obituaries
Esther Mirabelle Thomas
Sep 28, 2023
LONG BEACH, WA…Esther Mirabelle Thomas of Long Beach, Washington entered into the eternal Kingdom of God on September 28, 2023, at the age of 16.
Esther was born August 31, 2007, in Fayetteville, Georgia to proud parents John Gregory Thomas of Sharpsburg, Georgia and Sundrea Dawn Foster Thomas of Newnan, Georgia. Esther lived in Leesburg, Georgia until 3rd...
Patricia Lewis Sand
Sep 25, 2023
OZARK…Mrs. Patricia (Pat or Patty Ann) Lewis Sand, a resident of Ozark, Alabama and a native of Sheridan, Wyoming passed away at Flowers Hospital on Monday, September 25, 2023, after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family. She was 93.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, October 2 at the First Ozark United Methodist...
Kathy Jo King HJelle
Sep 17, 2023
OZARK…Kathy Jo King Hjelle, a beloved member of the community and a successful businesswoman, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023, in Montgomery, Alabama. She was born on January 26, 1948, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Kathy had an exceptional career in which she ran a boat shop with passion and dedication. Her commitment to providing excellent service...
Byron Wayne Sasser
Sep 14, 2023
ARITON…Mr. Byron Wayne Sasser, a resident of Ariton, died Thursday morning, September 14, 2023, at his home. He was 64.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Saturday, September 16, 2023, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in Evergreen Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:00...
Deanna Smith Russell
Sep 13, 2023
Deanna "Dee" Smith Russell, known for her role as the Manager of the Jr. Food Store in Newton, has passed away at the age of 55. Born on December 22, 1967, in Newton, Alabama, Deanna was a beloved member of her community, leaving behind cherished memories with her family and friends. Deanna's education was an important part of her life....
Floyd Anthony “Tony” House
Sep 10, 2023
COLUMBIA…Mr. Floyd Anthony “Tony” House (Sergeant, Alabama Army National Guard, Retired), a resident of Columbia, Alabama, died early Sunday afternoon, September 10, 2023, at his home after a brief battle with terminal cancer. He was 66.
Tony was born on November 24, 1956 to Floyd B. and Kathryn House in Tuscaloosa, AL. When he was...
Ruby Bayne Snell
Sep 9, 2023
ECHO COMMUNITY…Mrs. Ruby Marie Bayne Snell, a resident of the Echo Community, died early Saturday morning, September 9, 2023, in a Dothan hospital. She was 96.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, September 12, 2023, in the Echo Methodist Church with Reverend Phil Craddock officiating. A eulogy will be given by Mr. Bill Ferguson. Burial...
Tommy Williams
Sep 8, 2023
NEWTON…Mr. Tommy Williams, a resident of Newton, died Friday morning, September8, 2023, at his home. He was 78.
Graveside services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, September 13, 2023, in the Bullock Community Cemetery, near Brantley with Reverend Jeremy Meetze officiating. The family will receive friends following the graveside service. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is...
Rickey Gray
Sep 8, 2023
HEADLAND…Mr. Rickey V. Gray, a resident of Headland (formerly of Ozark), died early Friday morning, September 8, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was 68.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, September 13, 2023, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Larry Sowell officiating. Burial will follow in Westview...
Dr. Charles E. Gouge
Sep 1, 2023
OZAR…Dr. Charles E. Gouge, a resident of Ozark, went to be with the Lord on Friday morning, September 1, 2023, in a Dothan hospital. He was 89.
Funeral services will be held at 3:30 P.M. Sunday, September 3, 2023, in the Faith Christian Center with Pastor Josh Sims officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Memory Gardens. Fuqua Bankston...
Bessie Jewel Sanders Johnson
Aug 31, 2023
ARITON…Bessie Jewel Sanders Johnson, lovingly known as Bessie, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 31, 2023, in Ozark, Alabama. She was born on July 29, 1937, in Ariton, Alabama. Bessie will be remembered for her nurturing spirit and her unwavering dedication to her family. Bessie was a devoted housewife who found joy in caring for her loved ones. She...
Charles H Coots
Aug 28, 2023
Charles H Coots, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, peacefully passed away on August 28, 2023, in Mobile, Alabama. He was born on May 27, 1945, in Jeffrey, West Virginia to James Coots and Agnes Pearl Denny Coots.
Charles led an accomplished life as an electrician with Teledyne Industries for twenty years...
John Riley Bartlett
Aug 28, 2023
OZARK… Mr. John Riley Bartlett, a resident Ozark, died early Monday morning, August 29, 2023, in Chipley, Florida. He was 66.
In keeping with the wishes of the family, there are no public services planned at this time. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of Ozark is in charge of arrangements.
Wesley Taylor
Aug 24, 2023
DOTHAN...Mr. Wesley Taylor, a resident of Dothan, died early Thursday afternoon, August 24, 2023, in Enterprise. He was 46.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, September 1, 2023, in Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain Charles Goldsmith officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home. Fuqua...
James Martin
Aug 18, 2023
OZARK…Mr. James Arthur Martin, a resident of Ozark, died early Friday afternoon, August 18, 2023, in the emergency room of Dale Medical Center. He was 69.
Funeral services, with military honors, will be held at 7:00 P.M. Thursday, August 24, 2023, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Brother Allen Brackin officiating. Burial will be in Crestlawn...
Onita Peacock Walker
Aug 18, 2023
OZARK…Mrs. Onita Peacock Walker, a resident of Ozark, died early Friday morning, August 18, 2023, in Dale Medical Center. She was 66.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, August 21, 2023, in The River of Ozark Church, in the Klondyke Hill Community, near Ozark, with Pastor Joshua Fischer officiating. Burial will follow in Gospel to...
Charles A Cooper, Jr.
Aug 15, 2023
OZARK…Mr. Charles A. Cooper, Jr., a resident of Ozark, died early Tuesday afternoon, August 15, 2023, at his home. He was 90.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Sunday, August 20, 2023, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Steve Byrd and Reverend Mike Whitt officiating. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Memory Gardens. Fuqua...
Jimmy Overton
Aug 6, 2023
SKIPPERVILLE… Mr. Jim Overton died Sunday evening, August 6, 2023, at home surrounded by his family. He was 85.
His Celebration of Life services, with military honors, will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday, August 11, 2023, in the Ridgecrest Baptist Church with Reverend Bill Weed officiating. The family will receive friends from...
Timothy Scot Morris
Aug 6, 2023
OZARK…Mr. Timothy Scot Morris, a resident of Ozark, died Sunday morning, August 6, 2023, in UAB Hospital, Birmingham. He was 58.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, August 13, 2023, in the Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Lee Shea Swindall officiating. Burial will follow in Westview Memorial Cemetery. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of...
Emmaleigh Margaret Welch
Aug 4, 2023
LOUISVILLE, ALABAMA…Emmaleigh Margaret Welch, a resident of Louisville, Alabama (formerly of Panama City, Florida), died early Friday evening, August 4, 2023, as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident, near Echo. She was 18.
In keeping with the wishes of the family, there are no public services planned at this time. Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home of...
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