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With heavy hearts, we announce that Eloise Davis Smith went home to be with her Lord on July 16, 2026, where we know she was welcomed into the loving arms of her parents, Ferrel and Ruby Jane Davis. We find comfort knowing the laughter she shared, the meals she prepared, and the love she gave so freely will live on in each of us. If you ask her how’s she’s doing she always  answered “oh, I’m just so blessed”.  And that was because of the ...

Mrs. Barbara Ward Ray, age 81, of Andalusia, Alabama, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026, at her daughter's residence in Clanton, Alabama.  Graveside funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 17, 2026, at Stone Lake Cemetery with Bro. Ed Ganus officiating. Keahey Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements. Barbara was born on November 26, 1944, in Andalusia, Alabama, to the late Parker Donovan Ward and Lessie Dillard Ward. She was a devoted mother, ...

Mr. Jerome Maxwell "Jerry" "Chief" Mills, age 84, passed away unexpectedly at his home on July 11, 2026. Born in Winding Gulf, West Virginia, Jerry was the son of the late Arvel Mills and Gertrude Flinchum Mills. Following his high school graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy, where he proudly served his country for more than 30 years, retiring with the distinguished rank of Command Master Chief. While stationed in Arlington, Virginia, Jerry met the love of ...

Mr. Robin Keith Mobley passed away on July 10, 2026 after a brief illness. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m., Monday, July 20, 2026, at Keahey Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the services. Burial will follow in Andalusia Memorial Cemetery. Left to cherish his memory, mother, Vivian Digrazia of Defuniak Springs, Florida; sisters, Mandi (Keith) Forest of Crestview, Florida; Kayla Jones of Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; his children, Matthew, Marissa, Justin, ...

Mr. Billy Dayle Barbaree, age 70, of Andalusia, Alabama, passed away on July 4, 2026, at Georgiana Health & Rehab. Born on December 11, 1955, in Andalusia, Alabama, Billy was the son of the late William (Bill) Barbaree and the late Amzie Elizabeth Mayberry Sirmon (Jessie). After graduating Andalusia High School in 1974, he enlisted in the Navy and worked as a miter on the Blue Crew, aboard the USS Von Steuben submarine. He spent many years as a commercial electrician, where he was known ...

Flay Worley Stephens Kimbril Powell, beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026, at the young age of 83. Born on September 4, 1942, in Andalusia, AL, in the family home, she lived a life filled with kindness, laughter, and unwavering love for her faith and family. She was known for her Christian values, sense of humor, teaching, joking, and showing her kids and grandkids the value of living life. Visiting ten ...

Peggy Tucker Jackson, age 86, of Andalusia, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026. Born on September 28, 1939, Peggy was the daughter of the late Shorter Tucker and Lodell Bess Tucker. A lifelong resident of Andalusia, she graduated from Andalusia High School and attended Conecuh River Baptist Church. Peggy found great joy in crocheting and cooking, and she loved sharing her handmade creations and home-cooked meals with those she loved. She will be remembered for her gentle ...

  William Nelson Turner 04/04/1961 – 06/23/26 William (Bill) Nelson Turner, a resident of Wetumpka, AL, was welcomed into the arms of the Lord on June 23, 2026. He was 65 years old. Bill was a devoted follower of Jesus and served his wife, family, friends, and others by the principles of love, grace, and compassion. His life bible verse is Jeremiah 33:3. He taught Sunday School classes for several years and was dedicated to home bible study with family. He also served many ...

Ruby Nell Ross Taylor, age 87 of Pensacola, Florida formerly of Covington County passed away June 23, 2026. Graveside services will be held at 4 p.m., Friday, June 26, 2026, at the Bethesda Cemetery in Loango. Family and friends will share memories at the graveside.  Left to cherish her memory, daughter, Rita Williams of Chumuckla, Florida and Donna Daughtry of Milton, Florida; grandchildren, Rich Williams and Van Daughtry. She was preceded in death by a son, Derek Stokes.  She ...

Mr. Steve Knox, age 72, of Andalusia, Alabama, passed away on June 21, 2026. Born in Covington County, Alabama, Steve was the son of the late O.W. Knox and Betty Joyce Worley Knox. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy for more than 20 years, retiring after a distinguished military career. He was also a dedicated Volunteer Firefighter with the Carolina Volunteer Fire Department, faithfully serving his community and always willing to help others. His service to both his ...