Obituaries

Jul 27, 2024

Obituary

Doris L. Akins

“A Mother’s absence shapes us as deeply as her presence”

Doris Akins, 72 passed away peacefully on July 27, 2024 in the comfort of her home. She was one amazing inspirational woman. Doris was born May 19, 1952 to the late Louise Smith and Henry Clark.

She married her husband Mr. James Akins on May 20, 2006 and created some...

Jul 14, 2024

Linda Sue Duncan Critten

 “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Henceforth, there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness.” 2 Timothy 4: 7-8

Mrs. Linda Sue Duncan Critten “Sudie Booty” was born on March 3, 1956 to the late Mr. Rufus Duncan and Mrs. Carrie T. Duncan in Ashford, Alabama....

Jul 14, 2024

Stephanie Marcia Smith was born May 7, 1987 in Mobile, AL. She was the youngest child of Marcellus Leonard and Sundra Shealey Smith and grew up in Birmingham, AL. She was baptized, confirmed, and raised in St. Mark’s Episcopal Church where she served as an acolyte and participated in various church activities.

Stephanie attended Hoover City Schools and graduated from Spain...

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Jun 25, 2024

Renee Kennedy (August 15, 1957 - June 22, 2024) 

Renee Kennedy, age 66 of Dothan passed away on 22 June, 2024. 

Renee was born on August 15, 1957 in Newark, New Jersey to Retha and William Kennedy Sr. She graduated from Irvington High School in 1975 and then attended Essex County College where she received a Degree in Health Sciences. She was...

Jun 19, 2024

Nasire O’Shay Coleman, a resident of Dothan, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at Southeast Health. She was 6 years old. 

 

Nasire Coleman was born to Desirea Williams and Antonio Coleman on May 1, 2018 in Dothan, Alabama. 

 

Nasire was preceded in death by her twin, two of her maternal great grandfathers John Henry William and Elbert Lee Dawsey, two of...

Jun 13, 2024

Jordyn was made from scratch on October 16, 2010 at 12:49 AM, weighing 7lbs 15oz and 21 inches long. She was born to Tarshekia Ferguson and Finton Lemorin in North Maimi, Florida.

Jordyn was a healthy and happy baby, affectionately named “FAT” by her mother.

Jordyn is the eldest of her siblings and the only girl. As she grew, Jordyn always had...

Jun 8, 2024

Obituary

Virgil Wilkerson Jr. or Baybee as he is lovingly called, was a man of many talents and passions. From a young age, he knew he was destined for greatness. His parents, Mrs. Willie and Mr. Virgil Wilkerson II raised him with love and instilled in him a strong faith in God.

Virgil’s journey began in Bessemer, Alabama where he found Christ...

May 31, 2024

Our beloved Zai'Reonna Ke'Ziya Morris tragically left us on Friday, May 31, 2024Zai'Reonna Morris was a shining beacon of light, a precious Jewel of a daughter who was taken from us too soon. Her beautiful spirit filled the room with warmth and happiness. She liked to watch "Gracie's Corner" and "Coco melon".She was preceded in death by her grandfather, K....

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Master Joel Jerome Campbell was born July 29, 2024 to Ms. Lashanda Campbell, his father figure Mr. Deldric Jackson and Mr. Kevin Curry.Joel was a loving person and everyone that came in contact with him, made them smile. He was full of joy, happiness, love, compassion and so much excitement.Joel enjoyed listening to music, he enjoyed his joy rides, playing...

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Kenji Mendez SnellKenji Mendez Snell was born on April 7, 1982 to his parents, Mr. Eddie C. andMrs. Yolanda Snell. He is a proud graduate of Ashford High School, Class of2000.He accepted Christ as his personal savior while serving as a young child atPilgrim Rest Baptist Church in Ashford, Alabama, where he remained adevoted member until his transition on May...

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John L. Mathis was born February 11, 1955 in Dothan ALabama to the late Mr. Billy Jackson and Mrs. Gertha Lee Mathis.John L Mathis lived in St. Petersburg Florida for many years. He was a butcher for over 30 years and was known for playing dominoes with his beloved family and friends. John proudest achievement was when he became a...

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