All Obituaries

     Mary Amelia Scott “Nena” Price, 73, died November 12, 2023 at Merit Wesley Hospital in Hattiesburg.      A Service of Death and Resurrection was held at Main Street United Methodist Church in Hattiesburg with the Reverend Amy Roller and the Reverend Marion Fortner officiating on November 17, 2023. A graveside service will be held at 2 PM (EST) on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at the Marseilles Cemetery, West Point, Georgia.    ...

     Laura Ann Perry passed away peacefully on November 30, 2023, in Opelika, Alabama. Born on September 9, 1940, in Chambers County, Laura's life was a testament to her loving, thoughtful, and friendly nature.      Laura dedicated her life to her family, a source of unwavering support and care. She is survived by her loving daughters, Irene Bailey and her husband Rickey, Sandra Perry Reece and her husband Robert, Darlene Crawley and her husband Kevin, and...

       Mr. Ernest Anthony McLeroy (78) of Valley, AL passed away peacefully at East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika, AL on November 28, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Ernest was born to Barnard (Mac) and Dorothy (Dot) McLeroy in LaGrange, GA on November 17, 1945. He grew up in the Louise community where he made life-long friends. Ernest graduated from Troup County High School in LaGrange.      Ernest proudly served in the United States Air...

     Patricia A. Snider, a loving and generous soul, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2023, in Birmingham, Alabama. Born on December 5, 1943, in West Point, Georgia, Patricia was a beacon of gentleness and generosity, leaving a lasting impact on everyone she met.      Patricia was a proud graduate of Lanett High School, where she cultivated her love for knowledge and community. Her education was a cornerstone of her life, providing her with a strong...

     Mrs. Alice Hadaway Duffie of Lanett, Alabama passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on November 23rd, 2023.      She was born on May 1, 1925, in Buchanan, Georgia. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother as well as aunt, sister and daughter in her lifetime. She was a true example of a selfless, generous and giving soul who devoted her life to her family, friends, church, and her Lord Jesus.    ...

     Nancy Ellen Tankersley Short, known affectionately as Nancy, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2023, in Lanett, Alabama. Born on May 26, 1944, in Windham, Ohio, Nancy lived a life full of love, kindness, and friendship, touching the lives of many with her warm spirit.      Nancy was a devoted mother to her three children, Mary Short Henley, Rhonda Short Villegas (Jorge), and Michael David Short (Joyce). She was a beloved grandmother to Terry Cody...

     Mrs. Dorothy Workman Taunton died Wednesday, November 22nd at Piedmont Hospital in Columbus, GA after a brief illness. She was a lifelong resident of the Blanton Community of Beulah, AL. She had resided at Canterbury Nursing Home since February, 2023.      She was preceded in death by her husbands, Wallace Holton Workman, Sr. and Charles Taunton; her son, Denny Wayne Workman; her parents, Evola and John Waites; sisters, Beth Taylor and Mary Ruth Talley;...

     Henry P. Messer, a beloved family man, friend, and community member, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2023, in Opelika, Alabama. Born on October 22, 1940, in Macon, Georgia, Henry lived a life full of love, laughter, and kindness. His warm spirit and infectious humor touched the lives of many, leaving a lasting legacy that will be cherished by all who knew him.      Henry was a devoted husband to his wife of 52 years, Vivian Messer. Their enduring...

     Zaelyn A. "ZaeZae" Thornton, a beacon of joy and love, passed away on November 17, 2023, in Lanett, Alabama. Born on February 21, 2022, in Opelika, Alabama, ZaeZae, as he was affectionately known, was a child whose vibrant personality and infectious laughter brought warmth and happiness to everyone around him.      ZaeZae was the beloved son of Haleigh Wilkerson and Teonquavious Pruitt. He was the cherished younger brother of Mackenzie West and...

     Otis Anthony "Tony" Cole, a man of deep faith, love, and humor, was called home to be with the Lord on November 17, 2023. Born on February 3, 1948, in Langdale, Alabama, Tony spent his life serving his family, his church, and his community with a heart full of love and a spirit of generosity.      Tony was a devoted husband to his wife, Jeannette W. Cole, and a loving father to his children, Daniel Cole (Tammi), Carey Cole, Daniel Smith, Melissa...