The Obituary Section

Robert Kitchens

, Alabama

Robert Bobby N. Kitchens age 87 of Andalusia Alabama formerly of Thomson Georgia went to be with his Lord on Sunday October 11 2026 at a hospital in Dothan Alabama. Bobby was a proud graduate of Thomson High School where he graduated with honors. He also achieved the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout an accomplishment that reflected his dedication leadership and commitment to service. He continued his education at the University of Georgia earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry followed by a Masters degree in Plant Genetics from North Carolina State University. Bobbys commitment to service began early in life when he joined Army ROTC in high school and continued the program throughout college. Just two weeks after graduation he was commissioned as a First Lieutenant a distinction above the rank typically awarded to newly commissioned officers. He was later promoted to Captain and served in that capacity…

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Eleanor Jeanette Davis

, Alabama

October 3, 2026

Mrs. Eleanor Jeanette Davis, age 72, died Sunday, October 4, 2026 at St. Vincents in Billings, Montana. Graveside services for Mrs. Davis will be held Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 10:00 am at Antioch Church of Christ Cemetery in Troy with Dillard Funeral Home of Troy directing. Visitation will be held Wednesday, October 14, 2026 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm at Dillard Funeral Home in Troy, AL.Mrs. Davis is survived by her husband, Charles Davis; children: Kenneth Crosby, William Crosby (Amanda), and Kelley Brown (Nola); grandchildren: C.J. Ferguson, Tyler Floyd, Dorian Santiago, Augustus Theodore Crosby, John Peterson, and Corey Peterson; and sisters: JoAnn McClendon, Diane Carden, Pat Dabney, and Donna Bailey.She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Juanita Busch, sister, Marie Timothy, and grandson Braxton Crosby.

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Sanderson L. "Sonny" Benbow

, Alabama

October 9, 2026

Mr. Sanderson L. “Sonny” Benbow, age 67, a resident of Ramer, AL, died Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Prattville Baptist Hospital. Funeral services for Mr. Benbow will be held Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 3:00 pm at Pine Level Methodist Church with Rev. Bob Dempsey officiating. Interment will follow at Ramer Methodist Cemetery with Dillard Funeral Home of Troy directing. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 2:00pm – 3:00pm at Pine Level Methodist Church.Mr. Benbow is survived by his sister, Marcia K. Benbow Sheffield; nieces and nephews: Kelly Benbow Dingler, Jeremy Carlton Sheffield, Dusty Star Sheffield, and Shawn Donald Sheffield; 6 great nephews, 3 great nieces, 2 great great nephews, and 1 great great niece.He was preceded in death by his birth parents: Luther L. Story and Norma Sandra Austin, and his adoptive parents: Frank S. Benbow (Hamp) and Martha Broack Benbow.

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Krystal Renea Shiver

, Alabama

December 5, 1989 — October 9, 2026

Krystal Renea Shiver of Troy, AL, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2026, at her residence. She was 36. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Riverview Baptist Church with Brother Travis Meeks officiating. Skeen Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Krystal was born Wednesday, December 6, 1989, in Ozark, AL. She is preceded in death by her father, Timothy Henderson. She is survived by her husband, Michael Heath Shiver; a son, Asher Shiver; three daughters: Khloe Shiver, Kinsley Shiver, and Paisley Shiver; mother, Jackie Bass; step-mother, Cille Henderson; two sisters, Haley Dansby and Heather Henderson; two brothers, Justin Dansby and Jeremy Holland; grandfather, Henry Henderson; grandmother, Betty Henderson; aunt, Kathy Watson; uncle, Pat Watson; cousins, Gabie and Tony Peed.

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