All Obituaries 

   Eva Yvonne Hawkins, 72 of Valley, Alabama passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 10, 2026at Wellstar Medical Center in Lagrange, Georgia surrounded by her loved ones.    Eva loved being with her family. One of her favorite things to do was to go antique shopping. She loved to go to the lake with her family and just be with everyone. She loved collecting old coins and bills, she also loved going to Biloxi with her sisters and being with them.    Eva was ...

   Gladys Diane Sanders, lovingly known as Diane to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, in Valley, AL. Born on January 16, 1949, in Alexander City, AL, Diane was a beacon of warmth and spirited joy to all who had the privilege of knowing her throughout her 77 years of life.    Diane will be profoundly missed by her devoted son, Timmy Sanders, and her adoring grandchildren, Ali Sanders, Jaymie (Mike) Chapman, and Kinley Davis. She also leaves ...

     Paulette Hayes Colley, 80, of Valley, Alabama, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 7, 2026, at East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika, surrounded by family and friends.      Paulette was born October 6, 1945, in West Point, Georgia, to the late Sherrad Clyde Hayes and Ruth Ray Hayes. She graduated from Valley High School in 1964 and later continued her education at Southern Union State Community College. Spending her career in medical administration, ...

   April Smith Sanders, a beloved and gentle soul, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, at her home in Cusseta, AL, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on May 29, 1967, in Colorado Springs, CO, April's kind heart and infectious spirit brought joy to everyone she encountered throughout her 58 years of a well-lived life.    April was a beacon of kindness and a testament to the enduring strength of love. She was a cherished daughter, a loving wife, an exceptional ...

   Stephen Michael Black passed away on March 5, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on February 26, 1956, in Morristown, Tennessee, he was a beacon of warmth and generosity throughout his life, touching the hearts of all who knew him.    Please visit Stephen’s Memorial Tribute page at www.johnsonbrownservicefh.com to leave a kind word for his family, to share a memory of Stephen, or to light a Remembrance Candle in his memory.    Johnson Brown-Service Funeral ...

Dr. Jerald T. Clanton passed away March 2, 2026, at 81 years old, surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 18, 1944, in West Point, GA to Theo and Irene Clanton. Jerald is survived by his wife of 59 years Nancy, his daughter Stephanie, his brother Larry Clanton, sister and brother-in-law Barbara and Wayne Yarbrough, and a multitude of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Jerald was a 1967 graduate of Auburn University. He then served two years in the United States Army Dental ...

    Willie “Claxton” Miles, age 84, passed away, March 1, 2026, in Lafayette, Alabama.  Born, in Randolph County, March 17, 1941, he was the son of the late Lucy Harvell Miles and Frank Miles.      Claxton is preceded in death by his wife, Sandra P. Miles.     Survivors include, Kerry G. Miles (Lauren), Scott Miles, sister, Opal Shepard.     Graveside service for Claxton will be held, at 2:30 P.M. (EST), Friday, March 6, 2026, ...

   Olen Lee Tittle, known affectionately as Bo by his family and friends, left this world peacefully on February 28, 2026, in Opelika, Alabama, at the venerable age of 86 years. Born on May 14, 1939, in Cusseta, Alabama, Olen carried with him through life the warmth and down-to-earth spirit that defined his roots.    A man of profound love and kindness, Olen was a beacon of faith and strength to all who knew him. His abiding love for family was the cornerstone of his ...

  John Robert Bonner, Jr, age 50, of Lanett, Alabama, passed away, Saturday, February 28th, 2026. He was born, April 14th, 1975, to Judy Gunn Bass and John Robert Bonner, Sr. in Alexander City, Alabama.   John obtained a degree in criminal justice and subsequently became a distinguished member and esteemed veteran of the United States Marine Corps.  Later, he transitioned into his role as a forklift driver for Smurfit Westrock.   Survivors include, his mother, Judy ...

     Ms. LaJune Jones, age 58, of Lanett, Alabama passed away on February 27th, 2026, in LaGrange, GA. She was born on July 30th, 1967, at Lanier Hospital in Valley, AL.      LaJune is survived by her children, Joshua Cody Wade and Melissa Davis; and her siblings, Benjie Bellflower (Angie), Kanah Bellflower (Susan), and Patricia Ward.      She was preceded in death by her parents, Bennie and Ann Bellflower.      LaJune was a ...