All Obituaries

Lorene Augustine Saffold Johnson Lorene Johnson, age 84 of Dothan passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at Flowers Hospital following an illness.  A Funeral Service will be Saturday, June 24, 2023 at 11 a.m. Family First Funeral Care Chapel with visitation Friday, June 23, 2023 from 4-6 p.m. at the funeral home.  A complete obituary will be posted.    

Paul Grey Wilson, 78, of Graceville, FL, and a long-time resident of Paris, ME passed away peacefully, after a brief illness, on May 31, 2023 in Dothan, AL. Paul was born in Lewiston, ME on May 1, 1945, a son of Bernard and Lyla (Morgan) Wilson.  He graduated from the first Oxford Hills High School class in 1963 and worked as a furnace technician and plumber.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and many games of H-O-R-S-E in the driveway.  In 1980 he successfully tackled alcoholism...

Theresa Kay Chitwood Sparks Theresa Sparks, age 59 of Dothan passed away Friday, May 26, 2023 at Southeast Health following an illness.   Mrs. Sparks was born January 6, 1964 in Hammond, Indiana to Thermond Chitwood and Shirley Thomas Chitwood.  She was raised by her Mom and step-father Marshall (Tom) Pledger whom she loved dearly.  Theresa loved to shop especially when she was getting a good deal by couponing or a sale.  Bath and Body Works was one of her favorites. She...

Stephen Thomas “Chico” Turner Stephen Turner, age 84 of Dothan, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by family and loved ones. Steve was born May 11, 1939 in New York to William Turner and Edith Mary Wimsey Turner.  Steve had a love for antique and vintage muscle cars, as well as a passion for music.  He was a storyteller, jokester and loved to make people laugh. Steve had a gift of befriending everyone he met. His love and laughter were endless. Steve is...

William Michael Hunt William Hunt age 82 of Opp, Alabama passed away Saturday, May 20,2023 at Flowers Hospital. Mr. Hunt was born July 22, 1940 in Mississippi to Alva Ira Hunt and Zora Grisham Hunt.  After High School he proudly served in the Marine Corp and Army Reserves.  While in the Army Reserves, he was ranked as the number one cadet in the nation and was honored by having his name inscribed on the Ericson cup at the Smithsonian.  His love was refereeing ball...

Marjorie Schlamp Norwood    Marjorie Norwood, age 65 of Midland City passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her family.   Marjorie was born September 14, 1957 in Illinois to Larry John Schlamp and Carol Jean Hunt. She married William Norwood and they traveled with his military career. She formerly lived in Melbourne Florida for 28 years before relocating to Midland City the last ten years.  She enjoyed spending time with family and friends,...

Ossie Lee “D” Campbell Ossie Campbell age 82 of Dothan passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Flowers Hospital with his family by his side.    Funeral Service will be held Thursday, May 11, 2023, 11 a.m. at Family First Funeral Care Chapel.  The family will receive friends on Wednesday evening, May 10, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.   Mr. Campbell was born January 20, 1943 in Georgia to Luke Coley and Maddie Campbell Ewing.  He has been a resident of...

Benjamin Corey Grantham Benjamin Grantham age 38 of Dothan passed away, Wednesday, May 3, 2023.  A Funeral Service will be held Monday, May 8, 2023, 6 p.m. at Family First Funeral Care Chapel with Chaplain John Gormley Officiating.  The family will receive friends beginning at 5 p.m.  Mr. Grantham was born June 21, 1984 in Alabama to John Walter Grantham and Brenda Joy McGowan Grantham. Survivors include his parents; brothers Wane Kelly Grantham (Rebecca), Joshua Lee...

Barbara Block Sheler Barbara Sheler, age 76 of Chancellor passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023 under the care of Kindred Hospice. Ms. Sheler was born August 23, 1946 in Michigan to Leslie Block and  Dorothy Smith Block. She was a member of Waymaker Church of Enterprise.  She enjoyed reading and shopping. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband of 58 years Ronald Sheler; daughter Cindy Morris. Survivors include her son, Jeff Sheler; daughter Sherry Cons; grandchildren...

Albert Rollins, Jr. OBITUARY: Albert Rollins, Jr. age 74 of Graceville passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Mr. Rollins was born July 23, 1948, in Tallahassee, Florida to Albert Rollins, Sr. and Mary Alice Miller Rollins.  He was a lifelong resident of Florida.  He loved working, enjoyed doing puzzles and spending time with his family and friends.  He is preceded in death by his father Albert Rollins, Sr., brothers Michael Rollins and Donnie...