Obituaries

Floyd "Dunk" Eugene Pickering

Floyd "Dunk" Eugene Pickering

Mar 15, 2025

Floyd "Dunk" Eugene Pickering, a beloved figure in his community, passed away on March 15, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and joy that touched the lives of countless friends and neighbors. He was a beacon of light in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him, known for his infectious laughter and unwavering spirit.

He was...

Dana Hamilton Moore

Dana Hamilton Moore

Mar 6, 2025

Dana Hamilton Moore passed away March 6, 2025 at the age of 56. She was born June 13, 1968 to Edward Hamilton and the late Mary Adams.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary and brother, Wade Hamilton.

She is survived by her husband, Buddy Moore; children, Jake Smith, Jess (Kylie) Smith; step-children, Dylan Moore and Josie Moore; grandchildren, Austin...

Lowell Minter Booker

Lowell Minter Booker

Mar 4, 2025

Lowell "Rusty" Booker passed away March 4, 2025 at the age of 70. He was born July 20, 1954 to the late Frankie McDaniel Booker and Bennie Lee Booker.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Price "Stanley" Booker and Ben "Terry" Booker and sister, Joyce Pheonix.

He worked at International Paper in Maplesville from 1976-2006 as a millwright. He worked...

Marcie Spence

Marcie Spence

Mar 3, 2025

Marcie Payne Spence passed away March 3, 2025 at the age of 80. She was born in McAalla, Alabama April 5, 1944 to the late Reggie Harlan Payne and Jeanette Henderson Payne.

She graduated from Demopolis High School in 1962.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Edward Spence and son, Russell Comer Spence; her loyal companions, Abbi and Libby

She...

Barney Earle Caver

Barney Earle Caver

Mar 3, 2025

Barney Earle Caver, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025, at the age of 84.

He was born in Prattville, Alabama on January 15, 1941, to the late Raymond H. Caver, Sr and Vera Overstreet Caver. Barney was a life-long resident of Selma, where he dedicated over 30 years to a career with...

Ervin Gene Lawrence

Ervin Gene Lawrence

Feb 28, 2025

Ervin Gene "Pete" Lawrence passed away February 28, 2025 at the age of 89. He was born April 27, 1935 to the late Ervin Webster and Sarah Frances Lawrence.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Jack Lawrence, Henry Lawrence, Oliver Lawrence and Earnest Lawrence; sisters, Donnie Faye Diamond and Bonnie Faye Honeycutt; son-in-law, Darrel McIlwain and great-grandaughter, Mary Frances...

Judy Kay Robinson

Judy Kay Robinson

Feb 28, 2025

Judy Kay Robinson went to heaven, peacefully in her sleep on Friday morning, February 28, 2025 at the age of 67. She was born July 26, 1957 to the late Jackson and Elizabeth Barnes.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, James Barnes and Eugene Barnes.

She will always be remembered for her love of the Lord, love of life itself...

Thomas F. Arnold

Thomas F. Arnold

Feb 27, 2025

Thomas F. "Tommy" Arnold passed away February 27, 2025 at the age of 73. He was born in Selma, Alabama June 30, 1951 to the late Robert F. Arnold, Sr. and Ollie Mae Arnold. 

Thomas was a lifelong resident of Selma, where he dedicated over 50 years of his life to his work as a plumber. His commitment to his craft...

Mary Frances Weeden

Mary Frances Weeden

Feb 27, 2025

Mary Frances Dickerson Weeden, 91, passed away on February 27, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama. She was born in Dothan on August 24, 1933, to the late Simon Elbert Dickerson and Gladys Tate Dickerson. She was the last surviving of her siblings.

She was preceded in death by her siblings, Charles Dickerson, Otis Woodham, Royce Woodham, and Betty Jean Dickerson Carpenter, as...

Walter Joseph Goodman

Walter Joseph Goodman

Feb 21, 2025

Walter Joseph Goodman, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, departed from this world on February 21, 2025, in Selma, Alabama, at the age of 65. Walter was born on May 26, 1959, and lived a life marked by service, laughter, and a profound love for his family and community. 

He was preceded in death by his son, Jonathon Walter Goodman; his...

Michael Wade Friday

Michael Wade Friday

Feb 17, 2025

Michael Wade Friday passed away February 17, 2025 at the age of 66. He was born March 30, 1958 to the late James Friday and Bettie Sue Rhodes Friday. 

He was preceded in death by his daughters, Felisha Williams and Melissa Wood and brother, Timothy Friday.

He is survived by his wife, Deborah Friday; sons, Chris (Joy) Friday and Mike (Ashley) Young;...

Lelon Roy Godwin

Lelon Roy Godwin

Feb 13, 2025

Roy Godwin passed away February 13, 2025 at the age of 78. He was born July 23, 1946 to the late Lelon Kenneth and Laura Godwin.  

He was preceded in death by his brother, James Edward Godwin.

He is survived by his children, Tammy (Ron) Dockery, Mark (Brandee) Godwin and Shelley (Todd) Jones; grandchildren, Samantha Ray, Kyndal Harrison, Andrew (Charlotte) Ray,...

JoAnn Butts

JoAnn Butts

Feb 13, 2025

JoAnn Butts passed away February 13, 2025 at the age of 85. She was born February 21, 1939 in Chattanooga, Tennessee to the late John Stone and Irene Kilgore Stone.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William A. "Tony" Butts; daughters, Ava Rowan and Regina Haggard.

She is survived by her daughters, Iva (Dick) Boozer and Martha Manderson; son, Lowell...

Gwendolyn Mock Shaw

Gwendolyn Mock Shaw

Feb 12, 2025

Gwendolyn Mock Shaw passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025. She was 72. Lovingly known as “Linnie” to family and close friends, Gwen was born in Selma, AL on January 2, 1953, to the late Peter Robert Mock, Sr. and Gwendolyn Anderson Mock. She was preceded in death by her brothers Peter Robert “PR” Mock, Jr., James “Jim” Mock, and...

Ronald Richard Green

Ronald Richard Green

Feb 11, 2025

Ronald Richard Green passed away February 11, 2025 at the age of 67. He was born in Selma, Alabama on August 27, 1957 to the late John Curtis Green and Lucy Mae Little Green. 

He was preceded in death by his siblings, Katherine L. King, Raymond C. Green and Sharon Meynardie.

He is survived by his wife, Amanda Green of Cleveland, North...

George Albert Hayes, Sr.

George Albert Hayes, Sr.

Feb 11, 2025

George Albert Hayes, Sr. passed away February 11, 2025 at the age of 85. He was born December 22, 1939 to the late Albert Elmer Hayes and Clara Louise Shand Hayes.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Violet Faye "Polly" (John Robert) Moseley; brother-in-law, Mark Willie.

He is survived by his children, Sonja (William) Jordan and George (Tina) Hayes, Jr.;...

Richard Steven Webster

Richard Steven Webster

Feb 10, 2025

Richard Steven “Steve” Webster, a loving husband, devoted father, and skilled mechanic, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025, at the age of 70. His vibrant spirit and enduring love will be deeply missed by his family, extended family, and countless friends.

Steve’s life was a thrilling journey fueled by a lifelong passion for speed and engines. This passion was ignited...

Dorthea Coleen Lovejoy Bennett

Dorthea Coleen Lovejoy Bennett

Feb 9, 2025

Dorthea Coleen Lovejoy Bennett, lovingly known as Dottie, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on August 26, 1950, Dottie was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend whose kindness and love touched the lives of many.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dorthan Eugene "Judge" Lovejoy and Virginia Coe Lovejoy;...

Shirley Ann Anthony

Shirley Ann Anthony

Jan 30, 2025

Shirley Ann Anthony, of Marion Junction, Alabama passed away January 30, 2025 at her home at the age of 86. She was born on October 22, 1938 to the late Charlie T. Broadhead and Maudine Harris Broadhead.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William Lee "Pete" Anthony and siblings, Margaret Ward, James Pete Broadhead and Charles Broadhead.

She is survived...

Earl L Posey

Earl L Posey

Jan 27, 2025

Earl L. Posey passed away at his home on Monday, January 27, 2025, surrounded by his family at the age of 84. He was born September 19, 1940 in Randolph, Alabama to the late June and Lydia Smith Posey.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Georgia Ruth Ingram Posey; brothers, Willie G. Posey, Donald O'Neal Posey and Roger Posey...