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Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home, 2744 W Magnolia Avenue, Geneva, AL (2026)

02/17/2026

OBITUARY: Nadine Smith McGee

Nadine Smith McGee of Geneva, AL passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026. She was 60.

A time of visitation to celebrate Nadine’s life will be on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, beginning at 5:00 p.m. in the chapel of Warren Holloway ward Funeral Home in Geneva, AL.

Nadine was born on September 20, 1965, in New Jersey to the late John Reading and Phyllis Smith. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and sister. She retired from Flowers Hospital in Dothan, AL where she worked as a surgical technician for 8 years. Since her retirement, she has spent time antique shopping, trading, and collecting. She was known for selling her “nic nax” online and sharing ideas with others of like mind.

Nadine is survived by her husband of 13 years, David Ray McGee of Geneva, AL; three sons, Curtis Lee Bowler, Jr. of Geneva, AL, Jeremey Richard Bowler of Crestview, FL and Jonathan Reading Trammell of Geneva, AL; one granddaughter who was the apple of her eye, Steeley Grey Bowler of Crestview, FL and three siblings and an adopted daughter, Miriam Roberts.

02/16/2026

OBITUARY: Lomax Preachers

Lomax Preachers of Coffee Springs, AL passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026. He was 76 years old.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Fairview Baptist Church Cemetery with Bro. Kenneth Ward officiating and Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing.

Mr. Preachers was born in Coffee County, AL on July 30, 1949, to the late R.L. and Wilma Lee Hayes Preachers. Lomax was an avid outdoorsman who had a deep love for fishing. He found great joy in spending time with his family and friends, creating lasting memories with those he loved most. Lomax worked as a painter for many years before retiring, a profession he took pride in and dedicated himself to faithfully.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four siblings, Emmett Lee Preachers, Ruth Hudson, Betty Joyce Farris, and Rhonda Jean Ward.

He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Debra Lynn Morrow Preachers of Coffee Springs, AL; three children, Stevie Preachers of Samson, AL, T.J. Preachers (Kerri) of Coffee Springs, AL, and Kayla Preachers (Zo) of Ozark, AL; eight grandchildren, Chase, Jayla, Devyn, Tyson, McKenzie, Kahdynce, Lukas, and Ryder; four brothers and sisters, Jimmie Sue Simpler of Crestview, FL, Robert Preachers of Enterprise, AL, Deborah Ann Smith of Samson, AL, and Randall Preachers of Goodman Community; and several nieces and nephews.

02/13/2026

OBITUARY: Anthony Walter “Tony” Akridge of Geneva, AL passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the home of his daughter surrounded by his loving family. He was 67 years old.

A celebration of life service will be held at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home on Geneva with Rev. Tracy Hobbs officiating and his daughter, Amie delivering the eulogy. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday beginning at 11:00 am.

Tony was born in Puerto Rico on February 15, 1958, to the late John Thomas and Averil Joan English Akridge.

In his spare time, Tony enjoyed woodworking, fishing, and collecting what he lovingly referred to as “junk.” He had a special talent for turning the ordinary into something meaningful. Above all, Tony loved his family dearly, and his greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren, who held a very special place in his heart.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Darbie Akridge; one brother, John Akridge; and one sister, Sandi Spence.

Tony was survived by his three children, Amie Gibson (Randy), Tony Akridge (Jesi), and Kelly Hyman (Ray) all of Geneva, AL; 10 grandchildren, Paine Gibson (Hailey), Bethanie Gibson (Mason), Darbie Akridge (Aaron Wolf), Allie Akridge, Addison Akridge, A.J. Akridge, Colton Hyman, Caden Hyman, Kayla Carpenter, Mikayla Miller (Nate); 11 great grandchildren, Madelyn, Grayson, Emerson, Kylan, Kahlea, Kaleasi, Raylan, Wesson, Oakley, Chloe, and River; two sisters, Debbie Hilliard (Jerry), and Shirley Brackin (Bob); one brother, Peter English (Claire); several special nieces and nephews.

The family would like to acknowledge all of Tony’s close friends throughout his life.

02/12/2026

OBITUARY: Ms. Ernie Sims Brooks

Ms. Ernie Sims Brooks of Geneva, AL went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at the age of seventy-seven.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 16, 2026, in the Chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva, AL with Pastor Greg Hill officiating. Burial service will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Ms. Ernie was born in Cambridge, MD on October 18, 1948, to the late Sherwood Sudler and Sophia Jarmon. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend. In the early 1980’s, Sister Ernie put her trust in the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She dedicated her life to serving the Lord through evangelism, jail ministry, and being a devoted prayer warrior that one could call upon at any time. She loved people and helping those that needed an extra hand to lift them up. Ms. Ernie was an excellent southern cook, specializing in her famous pound cakes, sweet potato pies, and dressing. Many people knew her for her devoted work ethic and Christ like demeanor while working at Reliable Products, the Cotton Mill, and Conagra Poultry Company. Not trying to impress anyone, she walked in and walked out with the title Ms. Sr. Geneva County Pageant winner. She faithfully attended Geneva Church of Christ if her health allowed. She was loved dearly and will be missed immensely by those she knew and served with.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two husbands, George Sims and Robert Brooks: two brothers, Derrick Sudler and Lemuel Chester, and one sister, Denise Mitchell.

Ms. Ernie is survived by her children, Jacqueline “Jackie” Magee of Geneva, AL, Edwin Sims of Geneva, AL, LaShawn Partlow (Kevin) of Shalimar, FL, Danielle Sims (David) of Rochester, NY, Gary Sims (Amy) of Enterprise, AL and Tyrill Sims of Opp, AL; two step children, daughter Ruby Gibson (Michael) of West Palm Beach, FL and son, Brad Shaw of West Palm Beach, FL; 15 grandchildren and four great grandchildren; siblings, Cynthia Magnett of Utica, MS, Linda Cornish-Rhodes of Baltimore, MD, Shirley Wing-Shelton of Baltimore, MD, Keith Jarmon, Providence, Rhode Island and Sherwood Jarmon of Las Vegas, NV; a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends, to include lifelong friends, Ms. Brenda Bess of Samson, AL and Ms. Dorothy St. George, of Geneva, AL, also survive.

02/11/2026

OBITUARY: Grover Franklin "Frankie" Jordan

Grover Franklin “Frankie” Jordan of Samson, AL passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. He was 69 years old.

Frankie was born on April 10, 1956, to the late Grover and Laura Virginia Miller Jordan. In his spare time, Frankie found joy in fishing, scrap metaling, and, most of all, spending time with his beloved grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two brothers.

Frankie is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 50 years, Geraldine Jordan of Samson, AL; two sons, Thomas Jordan (Natalie), and Jeffery Jordan all of Samson, AL; six grandchildren, Caleb Jordan, Maddie Jordan, Payne Jordan, Heather Jordan (Cody), Madison Jordan (Cody), and Dawson Jordan; one great granddaughter, Angelina Crooms; four sisters and five brothers; one brother-in-law, Frankie Smith; and several nieces and nephews.

02/10/2026

OBITUARY: Ellen Marie Johnson Baker

Ms. Ellen Marie “Johnson” Baker of Westville, FL passed away peacefully at her home on February 8th, 2026, she was 61 years old. Ellen was born October 22nd, 1964, to the late Doyle Clyde and Mary Lou “Jackson” Johnson.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 14, 2026, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva with Pastor Joey Johnson officiating. A private family burial will follow at Hurricane Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday beginning at 1:00 p.m.

She was a loving mother, doting grandmother, treasured sister, aunt, cousin, and friend.
Ellen was preceded in death by her parents as well as two beloved sisters Helen Linton, Rita Wisniewski and one dear nephew Joshua Ptak.

Ellen is survived by her daughters and spouses Kayla Marie Yates (Allen) of Westville, FL, and Maggie Teresa Settles (Keith) of Jay, FL. One adored granddaughter Maci Teresa Settles. Two cherished grandsons, Cory Taylor of Flomaton, AL and Cameron McCall (Elizabeth) of East Brewton, AL. Three sisters, Debra Shehee Bartlett of Geneva, AL, Pat Grace (Jerry) of Defuniak Springs, FL, and Dorothy Carter (Calvin) of Chancellor, AL. As well as several incredibly loved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Serving as pallbearers will be Cameron McCall, Kevin Settles, Keith Settles, Allen Yates, Cory Taylor and Jason Ptak.

The family would like to thank Emerald Coast Hospice for their loving care.

"When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure." - Unknown.

02/09/2026

OBITUARY: Sheila Finch Spears

Sheila Finch Spears of Dothan, AL passed away at her home on Sunday, February 8, 2026. She was 79 years old.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 12:00 noon at the First United Methodist Church of Dothan with Rev. Lynn Smilie Nesbitt officiating. Burial will follow at Travelers Rest Cemetery in Samson, AL with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL directing. The family will receive friends at the church on Thursday beginning at 11:00 a.m.

Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made in memory of Mrs. Spears to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation https://secure.qgiv.com/for/pulfibfou/ or to First United Methodist Church of Dothan 1380 West Main Street Dothan, AL 36301.

Sheila was born in Andalusia, AL on August 19, 1946. She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Minnie Finch; three brothers, Dennis Finch, Mike Finch, and Cyrus Smith; one sister, Annie Clyde Sims; and one brother-in-law, John David Spears.

Sheila retired after 40 years as a school teacher, spending most of her career with the Geneva County Board of Education. She loved traveling, going to the beach, spending time with family and friends, and anything related to The University of Alabama Athletics.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 58 years, Roy B. “Moose” Spears, Jr. of Dothan, Alabama; one son, Barry Spears (Sandie) of Alabaster, Alabama; one daughter, Ashley Cannon (Chris) of Nashville, Tennessee; two grandchildren, Grayson Spears and Elizabeth Spears, both of Troy, Alabama; one brother, Stan Smith (Karla) of Atlanta, Georgia; two sisters-in-law, Diana Finch of Samson, Alabama, and Gail Smith of Jupiter, Florida; one brother-in-law, Eddie Spears (Rhonda) of Geneva, Alabama; and several nieces and nephews.

02/09/2026

OBITUARY: Wanda Mock Jones

Wanda Louise Mock Jones of Samson, Alabama was called home on Saturday, February 07, 2026. She was 63.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 12, 2026 in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home with Rev. Ronnie Baine, Sister Brenda Jones and Rev. Ron Thames officiating. Burial will follow in the Marvin Chapel Assembly of God cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday beginning at 10 a.m. Flowers will be accepted.

Wanda was born on December 27,1962 in Dunedin, FL to Jim Junior Mock and the late Thelma Louise Boyd Mock. She was an avid lover of the outdoors, where she enjoyed gardening and working in her yards. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed baking. She was widely known by her family for baking her “special” chocolate cake for her cousins. This special recipe will forever be remembered by those who indulged in that particular occasion. Wanda was always playing pranks on family and friends. She was a very talented piano player and loved to sing from her earliest childhood. She also loved going to yard sales and thrifting. She was an avid Alabama Crimson Tide fan. Wanda was loved and will be dearly missed.

In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her life partner, John Brannon.

Wanda is survived by two daughters, Amanda Baine (Jim) and Brandy Redmon (Sam), all of Enterprise, AL; one grandson, Brayden Baine of Enterprise, AL; father, Jim Jr. Mock (Kitty) of Samson, AL; four siblings, Lisa Ann Mock of Elba, AL, Jim Jr. Mock, II (Amy) of Kinsey, AL, Crystal Reid (Brian) and Cody Mock (Taylor), all of Samson, AL; and a number of special nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family and friends.

Serving as pallbearers will be Brian Reid, Dawson Reid, Luke Reid, Cody Mock, Brayden Baine and Tripp Davis.

02/06/2026

OBITUARY: Gladys Marie Tidwell

Gladys Marie Tidwell, born April 21, 1938, passed away peacefully February 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and family. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose kindness and quiet strength touched all who knew her.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, in the chapel of Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home in Geneva with Gary Galloway and Dr. Jerry Galloway officiating. Burial will follow in the Hurricane Creek Cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, February 9, 2026, from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m.

Gladys was preceded in death by her loving husband, Alfred Tidwell; her daughter, Penny Hatcher; her parents, Cleveland and Fredonia McAdams; and her siblings, Herbert, Jessie, Gafford, Rosie, and Louise McAdams.

She is survived by her son, William Earl Tidwell, and his wife, Coreena Tidwell. She was a proud grandmother to Chad Tidwell and his children, Walker and Layla Tidwell, and to Jason Tidwell and his wife, Paige Tidwell, along with their children, Paisley, Jaxson, and Brayden Tidwell. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Family was the heart of Gladys’s life. She found her greatest joy in caring for those she loved and in watching her family grow through the generations. Her gentle spirit, unwavering love, and warm presence will be deeply missed but forever remembered.

Gladys Marie Tidwell’s memory will live on in the hearts of her family and friends, and her life will remain a blessing to all who knew her.

02/02/2026

OBITUARY: Mary Leona Smith Pritchard

Mrs. Mary Leona Smith Pritchard of Zellwood, FL, formerly of Samson, AL, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026. She was 91 years old.

A graveside funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 04, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Geneva, AL with Rev. Sonny Moore officiating and Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday beginning at 2:00 p.m. until time for departure to the cemetery.

Mrs. Leona was born in Geneva County, AL on November 15, 1934, to the late Glen Harvey and Vester Mae Mitchell Smith. She enjoyed spending time with her family, friends and church family. Prior to her retirement, she worked in the sewing industry and textile mill. She was a very hard worker and one who could be depended on when someone needed help. Leona was a firm believer in saying what she meant and meaning what she said. She will be missed by those who knew her best and loved her.

She is survived by one sister, Hettie “Betty” D. Allen of Zellwood, FL; several special nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

02/01/2026

OBITUARY: Camelia Berry Pettis

Camelia Berry Pettis, aged 70, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, January 31, 2026.

Camelia was born in Dothan, AL on November 19, 1955. In her free time, she enjoyed being with her family, fishing, tending her flowerbeds, crocheting, and caring for her beloved “fur babies,” who brought her much happiness.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jimmy Ladon Pettis; her father, Joe Earl Berry; her mother, Sarah Griffin Hughes; her sweet granddaughter, Molly Pettis; and her brothers, David Berry and John Howell.

She is survived by her daughter, Melissa Parrish (Linley) of Bonifay, FL; her three sons, Johnathan Pettis (Stacie) of Geneva, AL, Jason Pettis (Amy) of Geneva, AL, and Joe Pettis (April) of Opp, AL. Her memories will also be cherished by her 10 grandchildren, Andrew Armstrong (Kelsey), Allison Armstrong, Kylee Parrish (Justin), Logan Parrish (Jonna), Colton Pettis (Nikki), Reagan Pettis, Jimmy Pettis, Paige Pettis, Tristen Pettis, and Haylen Pettis; 10 great-grandchildren; her stepmother, Mary Berry, and brothers Dennis Berry, James Howell, Randy Berry, and Ronald Berry. She also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews, who will miss her deeply.

01/30/2026

OBITUARY: Sloan Redmon Wise

Sloan Redmon Wise, a cherished father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on January 29th, 2026, at the age of 58.

Sloan was born in Geneva, AL on November 10, 1967. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Royce Rayburn and Edna Sue Redmon Wise, and his brother Darryl Wise. He is survived by his loving daughter, Kelsi Wise Wilson; his precious grandchildren, Audri, Piper, and Noah Wilson, who filled his life with immense joy; his dedicated brother, Rayburn L. "Monty" Wise; nephews, Spencer Wise (Lauren), and Joshua Wise; nieces, Hannah Wise Ward (Hunter), and Rayanna Wise; and numerous great nieces and nephews.

Everyone who knew Sloan could attest to his remarkable talent as a musician. His passion for music was evident in the beauty and soul he poured into every note he played. An avid fan of Alabama Football and NASCAR, Sloan enjoyed cheering for his favorite teams and drivers. However, it was his quiet faith that truly defined him. Sloan found solace and strength in studying the life of King David and the book of Psalms, drawing parallels to his own journey through life. His unwavering belief and trust in his Lord carried him gracefully through life's triumphs and challenges.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 2, 2026, at Piney Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Allen Marsh officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the church on Monday beginning at 10:00 a.m.

The family would like to thank Diane Coskrey and Sherry Young for their devoted friendship throughout the years.

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