Obituaries

Nov 27, 2025

Dec 22, 2025

J. Tom Moore passed away December 22, 2025 at the age of 92. He was born January 28, 1933 to the late James Claude Moore and Vera Potts Moore.

A memorial service will be Tuesday, December 30, at 1:00 p.m. at Prosperity A.R.P. Church in Marion Jct. Visitation will begin at 12:00, prior to the service.

A full obituary will be available...

Dec 18, 2025

Lamar Lester passed away December 18, 2025 at the age of 68. He was born November 24, 1957 to the late Charles Jefferson Lester and Lula Mae Crocker.

He spent many years as a welder's helper on an off-shore oil rig. His hands, which crafted and shaped metal with care and precision, always carried the warmth of his big heart. Lamar...

Dec 15, 2025

Christine Wall Henderson entered the gates of Heaven on December 15, 2025, surrounded by the promise of eternal life and the love she so faithfully lived out each day. Christine was the most giving soul; selfless, nurturing, and unwavering in her devotion to her family. She loved deeply and cared for us all, serving as the true backbone of our...

Dec 11, 2025

Louise Smith Firkins passed away December 11, 2025 at the age of 82. She was born March 1, 1943 to the late Jack Smith and Odessa Bullins Smith.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Firkins; brother, Leon Smith and sister, Mildred Smith.

She is survived by her sister, Jeanette McWhorter and sister-in-law, Martha Smith.

Graveside services will be Monday, December...

Dec 9, 2025

Diane Wyatt Sellers, of Selma, passed away on December 9, 2025, at the age of 66. Born on September 24, 1959, in Selma, she was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, and grandmother.

Diane was preceded in death by her father, Leon Wyatt; her mother, Shirley Pierce; and her stepfather, Manley Pierce. She is survived by her devoted sons, Marshall (Jennifer) Chancey...

Dec 9, 2025

Josh McKinney passed away December 9, 2025 at the age of 33 unexpectedly in a tragic accident.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, J.T. McKinney and Sue G. McKinney Fraley; maternal grandparents, Thomas William and Sandra Alice Muckenfuss.

He is survived by his parents, Mitch and Denise McKinney; brother, Jared William McKinney (Cathryn); nephews, Jaxson William McKinney and Caden Wyatt...

Dec 8, 2025

Virginia Daniels Johnson passed away December 8, 2025 at the age of 85. She was born May 10, 1940 to the late Eugene Hardy Daniels and Earlene Tucker Daniels.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Raymond Johnson; brothers, James Daniels and Charles Daniels.

She is survived by her brother, Eugene (Robbin) Daniels; nephews, Chadwick Daniels, Jason (Jodi) Daniels and...

Dec 8, 2025

Rhonda Parr passed away on December 8, 2025, at the age of 58. She was born on November 6, 1967, to the late Charles Clifton Parr and Carolyn Moore, who surely welcomed her home with open arms.

She was also preceded in death by her brother, Kevin Parr. Rhonda adored her big brother, Kevin—he wasn’t just her sibling, he was her...

Dec 6, 2025

James Lowell Jordan, fondly known as "Hollywood," passed away on December 6, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on November 10, 1948, James was the cherished son of the late Lowell C. Jordan, "Jack," and Nannie Mae Farley. He is remembered for his vibrant spirit and the warmth he brought to all who knew him.

He was a loving father,...

Dec 6, 2025

Danny Ray Ellis passed away December 6, 2025 at the age of 69. He was born August 13, 1956 to the late Herman Dan Ellis and Beulah Mae Buell Lloyd.

He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Carnis Ann Wells Ellis; son, Brandon (Stephanie) Ellis and Justin Lane (Lakesia) Hoppe; grandchildren, Peyton Ray Ellis, Hanna Grace Ellis, Justin Lane...

Dec 5, 2025

Vicki Dianne Barnes passed away on December 05, 2025 at the age of 76. She was born on June 19,1949 to the late Hubert and Florence Kynard.

She is survived by her brother, James (Sharon) Kynard; step-son, Aaron (Rachel) Rinehart and step-granddaughter, Lilah Rinehart.

Special thanks to special friends and caregivers, David and Kellie Odem. Thanks to Charlotte and the other caregivers...

Dec 5, 2025

It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of our beloved father, papa, and devoted husband, Ronney Quinn Johnson, age 74, of Douglas, Georgia. On Friday, December 5, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family, he peacefully finished his courageous fight with cancer and entered his eternal rest. I have fought the good fight, I have finished...

Dec 4, 2025

Algerene Oliver Denson, 86, gained her angel wings on Thursday, December 4.

Born in Sweet Water, AL, Algerene spent much of her childhood in the Thomasville area, where she and her siblings were often inseparable.

Algerene was a beloved mother and grandmother. She was a devoted Christian and active member of her church, Shady Grove Baptist Church; she spent her church days...

Dec 2, 2025

Wanda Killingsworth Helms passed away on December 2, 2025 at the age of 68. She was born on March 22, 1957 to the late Burl and Lucille Killingsworth.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dannie Helms; parents, Burl and Lucille Killingsworth; grandparents, Joseph and Minnie Edwards, James and Exie Killingsworth and mother-in- law, Lulu Helms; brother-in-law, Kenny Harris and...

Dec 1, 2025

Lily Grace Skelton was born sleeping on December 1, 2025, carried into eternity in the loving arms of her Savior before she ever took her first breath.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Anneleigh Savage.

She is survived by her mother, Samantha Grace Skelton Savage; father, Anthony Jerome Gould; grandparents, Kim and Bill Martin & John and Marie Skelton.

Graveside services...

Nov 30, 2025

James David Dally, of Winston Georgia, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2025 at the age of 82. He was born September 23, 1943 to the late Howard Dally and Elaine McPherson Dally.

He is survived by his wife, Faye McHugh Dally and sister, Pamela Dally.

Funeral services will be Friday, December 5, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Lawrence Brown-Service...

Nov 30, 2025

Jennifer "Jenny" McDonald passed away November 30, 2025 at the age of 55. She was born August 28, 1970 to Alsey and Janice McDonald.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Harold and Ollie Chambers, Louis McDonald and Annie (Doc) Walker; infant brother, John Louie McDonald; nephew, Justin Austin McDonald; aunts, Shirley York, Gracie Green and Diane Clibrey and uncles,...

Nov 29, 2025

Ann Denson Brackin, a lifelong resident of Selma, Alabama, entered the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on November 29, 2025, at the remarkable age of 100. Born on March 9, 1925, in Selma, she was the cherished daughter of Kathleen McKibbon Denson and William Quitman Denson.



Survivors include her children: Pam (Roger) Stewart, Kathy Lewis Oliver, and Lane (Bradford)...

Nov 28, 2025

Esther Overholt Yoder passed away November 28, 2025 at the age of 92 at her home in Safford, Alabama. She was born July 17, 1933 in Uniontown, Ohio to the late Henry Joseph Overholt and Amanda Stutzman Overholt.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul R. Yoder; granddaughter, Cynthia Dawn Yoder; great-granddaughter, Andrea Kate Peachy; siblings, Harold Overholt, three...