The Obituary Section

John Golab

, Alabama

October 5, 2026

77 passed away on Tuesday October 6 2026. He was born in Montgomery Alabama to Dorothy Kreis and John Edward Golab. He grew up in Montgomery Alabama and graduated from Starke University Military Prep School. He also went on to attend Air University and served with the United States Air Force and the Air National Guard for over 20 years. Later he attended Troy University. John worked in data services and information technology for Baptist Health Services in Montgomery AL for over 40 years at both the South and East campus. Outside of work John enjoyed spending time at the lake road trips good music trap shooting and loved a good story either telling them or listening to them. John is survived by his wife Rena and sister Elizabeth G. RuzicWalter. He had four children Jake GolabJessica Birmingham Matt GolabChristine Birmingham Jonathan GolabMandy Auburn and Bailee Golab Auburn. Additionally John…

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Jr Clinton Holman

, Alabama

age 80 of MillbrookAl. passed away at home on October 22026. He and his devoted wife Cheryl recently celebrated their 36th wedding anniversary. Curtis is survived by two daughters Courtney Turek and Tina Sica his three sons Jason Jacob and Jeremy Holman his three nephews BudWendy HolmanShane Holman and Bobby KarenHolman his sister in law Sandra Holman his grandchildren his great grandchildren and many dear friends. Curtis is preceded in death by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Holman Sr. his two brothers Danny Holman and J.T. Holman as well as three of his beloved children Nic Sampley Brooke Mims and Josh Holman. Curtiss steadfast devotion to his Savior Jesus Christ comforted him through losses of loved ones many illnesses and great adversities in life. Curtis was an optomist an overcomer a dreamer a father to the fatherless a generous giver to those in need of a helping hand and…

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Carol Handey

, Alabama

October 10, 2026

Carol Handey 77 of Montgomery Alabama went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday October 11 2026. Carol loved her family dearly and especially enjoyed telling others about her grandchildren. She will be remembered for her generous spirit warm friendship deep faith and the joy she found in giving gifts and making others feel loved. Carol graduated from Samford University with a degree in biology where she was a member of the Chi Omega sorority. For many years she collected owls as a tribute to her sorority. She went on to work as a laboratory technician at Baptist South before choosing to stay home and raise her three sons. She devoted herself to her family giving them her time love and unwavering support. She was a longtime devoted member of Eastern Hills Baptist Church where she joyfully participated in the choir and served on the Womens Ministry…

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Richard Plaskett

, Alabama

Born on October 27 1946 in Canton Ohio Rick devoted his life to service leadership family and community. He earned a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and a Masters in Business Administration. He began his military career in 1966 serving in the US Air Force after earning a Psychology Degree from Bowling Green State Univ. in 1970 was commissioned as an officer in 1972. Rick was a member of the prestigious "Black Knights" the 19th Air Refueling Group and formerly the 19th Bombardment Wing flying iconic refueling missions stationed out of Robins Air Force Base Warner Robins GA for nearly 50 years being deactivated May 2008. Rick trained and then taught as a Navigator and Electronic Warfare Officer flew B52s including a tour in Guam before returning to Mather Air Force Base as a Navigator Instructor. He went on to serve as an Instructor and Staff Officer at Castle Air Force…

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Sr. Richard Johnson

, Alabama

October 6, 2026

Richard Johnson Sr. of Montgomery AL passed away on October 7 2026. His funeral is scheduled for Saturday October 17 2026 at 200 p.m. at Bethel Missionary Baptist Church 2106 Mill Street Montgomery AL 36108 with Reverend Dr. Calvin McTier officiating. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of E.G. Cummings Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be held on Friday October 16 2026 from 100 p.m. to 700 p.m. at the funeral home. Mr. Johnson will lie in repose for one hour before the service at the church. Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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Mirrium Elaine Parson

, Alabama

October 11, 2026

Mirrium Elaine Cook Parson 94 of Pine Level passed away peacefully at home on October 12 2026 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born July 17 1932 to Ilda Barnes and James Henry Cook Sr. She graduated from Sidney Lanier High School and went on to work at the MEPS office for MaxwellGunner Air Force Base and afterwards at their family construction company. Elaine lived a life filled with love laughter and her Christian values. She was known especially for her love of others spending time in the kitchen checking on her cows daily and her Fish Fries. She was a long time active member of Pine Level Methodist Church. Elaine is survived by her son Bill Parson Jr. and his wife Becky Parson and her granddaughter Allison Parson as well as many nieces nephews and other family members. Elaine is preceded in death by her parents her husband…

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James C Dykes

, Alabama

October 8, 2026

James Clifton Jimmy Dykes of Montgomery Alabama passed away peacefully on October 9 2026 at the age of 81. Born on October 23 1944 to Charles Jack and Sara Hall Dykes Jimmy was lovingly known as Pop Pop to his family. Jimmy was truly one of the kindest souls you could ever have the pleasure of knowing. He had a gentle heart a love for lifes simple pleasures and a special way of making those around him feel loved. An avid beachgoer Jimmy found some of his greatest happiness with his toes in the sand and the sun on his face. He loved walking miles along the shoreline collecting seashells and sand dollars and of course perfecting his suntansomething he always took very seriously. Jimmy also had a lifelong appreciation for vintage cars owning and enjoying classics that reflected his love for things with history and character. A passionate NASCAR…

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