Raymond Beacham was born to the late Albert and Irene Beacham. Raymond was the oldest of six children. He was united in Holy matrimony to the late Wiline Beacham. He also was preceded in death by his parents Albert and Irene Beacham, Sister Leila Beacham and brother Clarence Beacham. He was hard working and did mostly construction work in his earlier years. Later he worked with Brown Logging Company until his retirement in 2012. After retiring, he enjoyed working in his garden. He would...

Jody Terry was born January 5, 1972 in Ozark, Al. He was the son of Annie Jean Pearson and the late Will Dawkins. Three boys completed this happy family circle. He attended Carroll High School in Ozark, Al., and was a very talented football player. He graduated from Carroll High School in 1991. He enjoyed watching many sports, but football was his favorite. Jody was a huge fan of The University of Alabama Football Team-ROLL TIDE!! Jody joined St. Rose Missionary Baptist Church early in...

Gussie Arinzie Matthews Jackson was born February 9, 1921 to the late Reverend George Barry Matthews and the late Ophelia Spencer Matthews. She was the youngest of eleven children. She was preceded in death by her older siblings, namely: Lela Ophelia Matthews Flowers, Bessie Matthews Ford, Reverend Willie Douglas Matthews, Gideon Rob Matthews, Malachi Matthews, Jewel Edmonia Matthews Crittenden, Missouri Matthews Ingram, George Edison Matthews, Malcolm...

“If I Can Help Somebody as I Pass Along, Then My Living Shall Not Be in Vain.” Sister Stella Louise Toney Whitehead was born in Dale County, Alabama November 10, 1928.  She was the 4th child of the late Mr. C. T. Toney and Mrs. Lula Mae Colson Toney.  This union was blessed with eight children:  Iris Pearl, James Edwards, Exie Mae, Evelyn Hazel and Raymond Cornelius (who preceded her in death) Stella Louise, Mary Ellen and Ruby Joyce (Cleveland). Stella was...

Gladys Clara Barton was born on February 24, 1948, in Graceville, Florida, to the late W.T. Rogers and Sally Coleman. Gladys was the oldest of two daughters. On the morning of November 25, 2021, the Lord called her to rest, while surrounded by family. At an early age, she made the best decision of her life when she accepted Christ and was baptized at the Black Shear Street Church of Christ, in Dothan, Alabama. Gladys later relocated to Jacksonville, Florida, where she lived for several...

Derek MccLendon Jr. left his earthly home on Monday November 22nd he was 28 years of age. Derek was a wonderful person who loved playing basketball and is video games, he helped is family and took care of those around him. He was a great provider and a man of God.   Derek leaves to cherish his memories. His wife LaKeisha Eaton, Mother-in-law; Vontresia Blakely, Father-in-law; Federal Blakely, Brother-in-law; Jeffery Eaton, Sisters-in-law; LaKetta Corruthers, LaKera Corruthers, Mother;...

Ms. Janie Rosalee Cooper, 99, was called home on Sunday, November 21, 2021 in Ozark, Alabama. She was born October 27, 1922 to Wayne Cooper and Luvenia Scruggs Cooper, both deceased.A Savannah native, she was a member of St Paul C.M.E Church and attended often. She was employed at Candler Hospital in Savannah, Georgia as a Dietary Specialist for over 40 years before retiring.She was preceded in death by her sister Nellie Hall and brother Samuel Alfred Cooper Sr.She leaves to cherish her...

Mrs. Lena Pearl Newman was born March 24, 1925 to the late Mr. John and Lola Mae Dick. She was educated in the Ozark Public School System. At an early age Lena accepted Christ and joined Greater Sardis Missionary Baptist Church. In 1943 she united into holy matrimony with the late Mr. J.B. Newman and to this union four children were born.   Lena was preceded in death by her daughter, Jannie B. Newman; sisters, Lee Mae Gissdinner, Eva Greene, and Alma Walker; brothers, Robert Dick,...

Mr. Coleman Brantley Jr. was born July 8, 1952 to the late Coleman and Nellie Brantley of Ozark, Alabama. Mr. Coleman retired from the Ozark City Schools system where he worked 20+ years.> He was preceded in death by  his brother Wallace Brantley of New York, his sister Mary McKinney and Mattie Jean Porter both of Ozark, Alabama, nephews Johnny Ray Brantley and Samuel D. Brantley both of Ozark, Alabama a niece Diane Brantley of New York, and an aunt Bettie L. Hollyfield of...