OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Dunklin Funeral Home


John Perron Wetherbee, III

John Perron Wetherbee, III

Jul 28, 2026

John Perron Wetherbee III went home to be with the Lord on July 28, 2026. He was 58 years old – a beloved son, brother, uncle and friend.

Despite being born with intellectual disabilities, John lived a full and happy life. He grew up in Camden, Alabama surrounded by a large loving family. His Christian faith was nurtured in first the...

Donnie Leon Flowers

Donnie Leon Flowers

Jul 27, 2026

Donnie Leon Flowers, a resident of Greenville, Alabama, passed away on July 27, 2026, at the age of 82.

Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, August 2, 2026, beginning at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Dunklin Funeral Home with Brother Bruce Coker officiating and Dunklin Funeral Home directing. Burial will follow in Sunrise Memorial Park. The family will receive...

Rebecca Lynn Cozadd Godwin

Rebecca Lynn Cozadd Godwin

Jul 25, 2026

Mrs. Rebecca Lynn Cozadd Godwin, 65, a resident of Pine Apple, AL passed away at her home on Saturday, July 25, 2026.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Mrs. Godwin was preceded in death by her parents, Terrance Allen Cozadd, Sr. and Louise Middlebrooks Cozadd; and her brothers, Timothy Lee and Mark Cozadd.

She is survived by her husband,...

William James "Jimmy" Thagard, III

William James "Jimmy" Thagard, III

Jul 22, 2026

In Loving Memory of William James “Jimmy” Thagard, III

William James Thagard, III, known to most as Jimmy or “Thag” to his friends, and proudly called “Pops” by those blessed to be his family, was born on June 6, 1971, to William James “Bo” Thagard Jr. and Janice Cross Thagard. He entered the presence of his Savior, Jesus Christ, on July...

Charles G. "Chuck" Pigman

Charles G. "Chuck" Pigman

Jul 15, 2026

Charles G. "Chuck" Pigman, 64, of Pine Apple, passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, following an extended illness.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles E. Pigman and Carolyn Snowden Pigman.

Charles is survived by his sisters, Minie Coon and Carla Etheridge as well as nephews, Lee Coon and Brandon Etheridge.

Private family services will be held...

Cassandra Yvonne Coker Harrison

Cassandra Yvonne Coker Harrison

Jul 6, 2026

Cassandra Yvonne (Coker) Harrison, 83, born October 29, 1942, went home to be with her Lord and Savior in the early morning hours of July 6, 2026, while resting comfortably with her family.

Cassandra (known as Sandra) was born in Mount Willing, Alabama, to Marguerite Norris Coker (later Marguerite Saxon) and Comer Jesse Coker Jr. She attended Auburn University on a...

Melvin B. Tindal

Melvin B. Tindal

Jul 5, 2026

Mr. Melvin B. Tindal, born on May 5, 1933, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, at the age of 93.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. from the chapel of Dunklin Funeral Home with Reverend David Wood officiating and Dunklin Funeral Home directing. Burial will follow at Magnolia Cemetery. Visitation will be held...

Anthony Morgan

Anthony Morgan

Jul 5, 2026

Anthony "Tony" Morgan

Anthony "Tony" Morgan, a cherished resident of Greenville, Alabama, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, at the age of 71.

Born on July 17, 1954, Tony spent his entire childhood in Greenville. He answered the patriotic call to serve his country, enlisting in the United States Navy. His naval career was marked by travels across the globe, including...

Terry Austin Taylor

Terry Austin Taylor

Jul 3, 2026

Terry Austin Taylor, age 80 and resident of Camden, Alabama passed away July 3, 2026 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham. He was born March 30, 1946 in Mississippi to John Alvin and Honore Faye Taylor. He was a retired towboat captain and avid outdoorsman.

He is survived by his wife Patricia King Taylor and children Jennifer Taylor Decker (Dennis) and Thatcher...

Henry Neal Cassady, Jr.

Henry Neal Cassady, Jr.

Jul 1, 2026

Henry Neal "Bubba" Cassady, Jr., age 57 a lifelong resident of Ft. Deposit, Alabama passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Bubba was greatly loved by his family and friends.

A private service will be held at a later date to honor his memory.

Bubba was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Neal Cassady, Sr. and Gladys Boutwell Cassady, as...

William Edwin Cater, Jr.

William Edwin Cater, Jr.

Jul 1, 2026

William Edwin “Bill” Cater, Jr., 83, of Greenville, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

He is preceded in death by his parents, William Edwin Cater and Alma Lois Booker Aycock and stepfather, Jim Aycock.

He is survived by his wife, Carol Cater; children, William “Billy” Cater, III, Christy Cater Brack (Ben), Carla Cater Holcombe (Ben), and Brian...

Robert Reece Holland

Robert Reece Holland

Jun 29, 2026

Mr. Robert Reece Holland, a resident of Andalusia, Alabama, passed away on June 29, 2026, at the age of 84.

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, July 2, 2026, beginning at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Dunklin Funeral Home with Reverend Wesley Jeffcoat officiating and Dunklin Funeral Home directing. Burial will follow in Forest Home Cemetery. The family will...

June Byars Reid

June Byars Reid

Jun 26, 2026

June Byars Reid, age 84, of Pelham, Alabama, and formerly of Pine Apple, Alabama, peacefully passed away on June 26, 2026. A graveside service will honor her memory on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at noon in Friendship Cemetery, Pine Apple, where she will be laid to rest among her dearly departed family.

Born on August 14, 1941, in Mississippi, June’s journey...

Michael Floyd Smith

Michael Floyd Smith

Jun 25, 2026

Michael Floyd Smith of Honoraville passed away June 25, 2026.

Mike as he was known to his friends was a veteran of the 82 Airborne Rangers, along with being a skilled carpenter and wood worker.

 Mike leaves behind his beloved daughter, Michaela Jade Boggan; his wife, Tammy Odom; and his beloved pitbull, Bama. 

Mike will be missed by all that knew him.

Funeral Services...

Johnny Luther "JJ" Plemmons, II

Johnny Luther "JJ" Plemmons, II

Jun 23, 2026

Johnny Luther "JJ" Plemmons, II, 49, of Honoraville, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at his home following a brief illness. He was a native and lifelong resident of Butler County. Johnny had worked in the construction industry since he was old enough to work. He was an avid coin collector and in his leisure time he enjoyed listening...

Betty Joyce Love

Betty Joyce Love

Jun 23, 2026

Betty Love, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away at her home on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.A visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at First Assembly of God in Greenville, Alabama. 

The funeral service will begin at 2:00 p.m., with burial to follow at Sunrise Memorial. Pallbearers...

Elva Christine Collier

Elva Christine Collier

Jun 11, 2026

Elva Christine Day Collier, 89, of Hayneville passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am at Crossroad Cemetery on Monday, June 15, 2026 with Dunklin Funeral Home directing.

Pallbearers will be Clay Collier, Clint Collier, Dalton Bishop, Tommy Collier, Jeremy Collier and Walter Collier.

Mrs. Collier is preceded in death by her husband, James Walter Collier,...

Frances Virginia Gaines Luker

Frances Virginia Gaines Luker

Jun 9, 2026

Frances Virginia Gaines Luker, a resident of Camden, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2026, at the age of 79.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, June 12, 2026, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Gullett’s Bluff Baptist Church with Reverend Reid Nettles officiating and Dunklin Funeral Home directing. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m....

John Shackleford "Shacky" Payne

John Shackleford "Shacky" Payne

Jun 6, 2026

John Shackleford "Shacky" Payne, Jr., age 83, of Letohatchee, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026.



Mr. Payne was preceded in death by his parents, John Shackleford Payne, Sr. and Mona Bodiford Payne, as well as an infant son and infant daughter. He is survived by his children, Richard Payne and Tarina (Adam) Moores; grandchildren, Richie (Shannon) Payne and Sophie...

Judy Thomas Smith

Judy Thomas Smith

Jun 5, 2026

Judy Thomas Smith, a resident of Honoraville, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the age of 71. She had been a resident of Butler County most of her life and had also lived in Tennessee. Judy had worked as a teacher. She taught for 26 years in Butler County, 5 years in Crenshaw County and 3...