Pittman Funeral Home - Samson Obituaries

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Pittman Funeral Home - Samson is a trusted and compassionate funeral home located at 731 South Johnson Street, Samson, AL, 36477. For years, the dedicated team at Pittman Funeral Home has been providing exceptional funeral services to families in Samson and surrounding areas. Their commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and genuine care for those who are grieving have earned them a reputation as one of the most respected funeral homes in the region.

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Pittman Funeral Home - Samson has a rich history of serving the local community with dignity and respect. The funeral home's story began with a vision to provide a comforting and supportive environment for families during their most difficult times. Over the years, the funeral home has remained committed to this vision, continually adapting to the changing needs of the community while maintaining its core values of compassion, integrity, and excellence.

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Sarah Martha Vandegrift - April 05, 1942 - April 03, 2022

Departed: 04/03/2022 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Sarah Martha Vandegrift of Samson passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022.  She was 79. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 7, 2022, in the chapel of Pittman Funeral Home in Samson, with Minister Harry O. Adkison, officiating.  Burial will follow at Travelers Rest Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, April 6, 2022, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.

Mrs. Vandegrift was born in Samson, AL on April 5, 1942, to the late to the late J.D. Roberson and Etta Viola Hill Roberson.  She was preceded in death by two sons, Vince Jones, and Chris Moore; all six of her sisters, Pearlie Paul, Mable Roberson, Laura Jean Bryant, Mattie Chamblee, Nettie Hudson, and Myrtle Mullins; and all five of her brothers, Junior Roberson, Hearlon Roberson, Jeff Roberson, Jerry Robinson, and Eddie Robinson.  She was the last of her generation.

She is survived by two stepsons, Doug Vandegrift, and David Vandegrift; eleven grandchildren, Kanon Jones, Candace Jones, Blake Moore, Aaron Moore, Caleb Moore, Slade Vandegrift, Dakon Vandegrift, Joni Thompson, Halie Vandegrift, Tyler Vandegrift, and Danielle Moore; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews; and her caregiver, Linda Norwood.  The family would like to offer a special thank you to First Choice Hospice.

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Brenda K Johnson - December 31, 1957 - February 21, 2022

Departed: 02/21/2022 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Brenda K. Johnson of Elba passed away on Monday, February 21, 2022.  She was 64.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 24, 2022, in the chapel of Pittman Funeral Home in Samson, with Rev. Pat Kelley officiating.  Burial will follow at Goodman Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.

Brenda was born in Bartow, FL on December 31, 1957, to the late Charlie M. Hudson and Nettie Lee Robinson Hudson.  She was also preceded in death by her son, Charlie “Flyrod” Allen Johnson; and two brothers, Pete Hudson, and Buck Hudson.

She is survived by her husband, David “Dock” Johnson; four daughters, Nettie K. Hudson, Crystal Ann Sasser (Shane), Kayla Parrish (Chris), and Tina Johnson; stepson, David Dean; brother, Billy Wayne Hudson (Catherine); two sisters, Ann Johnson (Mack), and Jan Kelley, all of Elba, and Cathy Kirklin (Phillip) of Andalusia; five grandchildren, Katie Maddox (Jonthon), Dalton Sewell (Kendra), David Hudson, Avery Webster, and Scarlet Johnson; and eleven great-grandchildren, Zander Maddox, Onna Leigh Parrish, Bristol Shane Parrish, Kyree Sewell, Aubrey Sewell, Mason Sewell, Lysandria Maddox, Alister Maddox, Shelby Maddox, Shealeigh Johnson, and River Johnson.

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Alcus Weeks - August 07, 1931 - February 17, 2022

Departed: 02/17/2022 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Alcus Weeks of Samson passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2022.  He was 90.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 19, 2022, in the chapel of Pittman Funeral Home in Samson with Rev. Johnny Wiggins, officiating.  Burial will follow at Piney Grove Baptist Church Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing.  The family will receive friends prior to the service on Saturday, beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Mr. Weeks was born in Geneva County, AL on August 7, 1931, to the late Ed and Gladys Renfroe Weeks.  Prior to his retirement, he worked as a poultry farmer for many years.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Merle Weeks; and a brother, Vernell Weeks.

He is survived by his son, James Weeks (Janie) of the Earlytown Community; daughter, Janett Burkett of Samson; three grandchildren, Josh Burkett (Jacquie) of Mobile, Ashley Burkett of Washington, D.C., and Tyler Weeks (Gracie) of the Holley Crossroads Community; four great-grandchildren, Emma, Sadie, Allie, and Kate Burkett; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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David Keith Herndon - August 21, 1972 - January 27, 2022

Departed: 01/27/2022 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Mr. David Keith Herndon of Samson passed away on Thursday, January 27, 2022. He was 49.  A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, February 2, 2022, at Travelers Rest Cemetery with Rev. Phil Craddock officiating, and Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing.

Keith was born in Enterprise, AL, on August 21, 1972.   He is survived by his parents, Don Earl and Nancy of Samson; his brother Don E. Herndon Jr. and sister-in-law Penny Herndon of Wicksburg; his sister Jennifer Michaels and brother-in-law Charles Michaels of Pike Road.  His nephews Donny Herndon, Jake Herndon, David Michaels, and Will Michaels.  Along with many other close friends and family.

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Fred J Johnson - December 15, 1944 - January 02, 2022

Departed: 01/02/2022 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Fred J. Johnson of Elba passed away on Sunday, January 2, 2022.  He was 77.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, in the chapel of Pittman Funeral Home in Samson.  Burial will follow at New Haven Baptist Church Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing.  The family will receive friends prior to the service on Wednesday, beginning at 10:00 a.m.

Mr. Johnson was born in Coffee County, AL on December 15, 1944, to the late Allen and Zadie Johnson.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Joanne Johnson; two brothers, Charlie Johnson and Jerry Johnson; and three sisters, Betty Jean Knowles, Cassie Ann Bryant, and Dorothy Ann Johnson.

He is survived by three sons, Jimmy Lee Johnson (Lisa), Kenneth Johnson (Missy), and David Hudson; four grandchildren, Jamie Johnson (Tori), Jeremy Johnson (Aubrey), Jonathan Johnson (Sarah Kathryn), and Braxton Johnson (Taylor); six great-grandchildren, Brayden, Wyatt, Wesley, Kaiden, Keirra, and Gryson; five siblings, Mack Johnson (Ann), Dock Johnson (Brenda), Pete Johnson, Michael Wayne Johnson (Tracy), and Peggy Mae Johnson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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Minnie Margaret Aplin - June 18, 1937 - December 08, 2021

Departed: 12/08/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Minnie Margaret Aplin of Samson passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2021.  She was 84.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 10, 2021, in the chapel of Pittman Funeral Home in Samson with Rev. Danny Branch, officiating.  Burial will follow at New Home Baptist Church Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing. The family will receive friends prior to the service on Friday, beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Mrs. Aplin was born in Samson, Alabama on June 18, 1937, to the late Wade and Ela Helms Akridge.  She was a graduate of Samson High School, Class of 1955.  Mrs. Aplin was a longtime member of New Home Baptist Church.  She loved her flower garden, sewing, and quilting.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Ellis Aplin; and two brothers.

She is survived by her son, Kenneth Aplin (Kerri) of DeFuniak Springs, FL; daughter, Sheila Herring (James) of Wicksburg; and four grandchildren, Ethan and Abby Mackey (Jay), and Zachary and Kaylee Aplin.

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George H Landingham - February 28, 1939 - November 29, 2021

Departed: 11/29/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: George H. Landingham of Samson passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.  He was 82.  Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 3, 2021, in the chapel of Pittman Funeral Home in Samson with Rev. James Davis, officiating.  Burial will follow at Eight Mile Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing.  The family will receive friends prior to the service on Friday, beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Mr. Landingham was born in Lakewood, FL on February 28, 1939, to the late Grady Phonso Landingham and Inez Zorn Landingham.  Prior to his retirement, he worked as an aircraft mechanic in Ft. Rucker for more than thirty-two years.  Mr. Landingham also served in the Alabama Army National Guard.  He loved mullet fishing and tending to his garden.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret Landingham; two daughters, Ibbie Glisson, and Angela Sanders; two sons, Ira Landingham, Sr. all of Samson, and Jeff Landingham of Temple, GA; two brothers, Gerald Landingham, and Norman Landingham, both of Samson; five grandchildren, Billy Hilton Landingham, Isabella Landingham, Abigail Landingham, Aira Landingham, and Ira Landingham, Jr. and two sisters, Annette Cooper, of Samson, and Florence Pelham of Bridge City, TX.

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Dwight David Perdew II - April 19, 1988 - November 23, 2021

Departed: 11/23/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Dwight David Perdew, II of Samson, passed away on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. He was 33.  A memorial service will be held at a later date.  He was a loving husband and friend who would help whenever he could.

Dwight was born in South Carolina on April 19, 1988, to Melanie Perdew and the late Dwight D. Perdew, Sr.  Prior to becoming disabled, Dwight work in maintenance in the condominium industry.

He is survived by his wife, Amber Perdew of Samson; two brothers, Lynn Eckhoff (Samantha) of Mississippi, and Steven Reed Gilmore of Daphne; two nieces, Lyndsie Hilman, and Tabatha Eckhoff; two sisters, Heather Gray (Johnny), and Holly Duncan (Nick), both of Pascagoola, MS, mother, Melanie Beggs of Texas; step-father, Mark Gilmore (Nala); paternal grandmother, Shirley Perdew of Foley; a close friend, Ashlyn Barney (Robbie, Jr.) of Samson; and other nieces and nephews.

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Travis Marsh - October 27, 1938 - October 25, 2021

Departed: 10/25/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Travis Marsh of Samson passed away on Monday, October 25, 2021.  He was 82.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 29, 2021, in the chapel of Pittman Funeral Home in Samson with Brother Steve Watts officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Church of Christ Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing.  The family will receive friends prior to the service on Friday, beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Mr. Marsh was born in Samson, AL on October 27, 1938, to the late Manuel Marsh and Mattie Caroline Reynolds Marsh.  He was a barber for more than twenty-eight years.  He also drove a bus for the Troy University Girls Softball Team.  He was known in Branson, MO as “the singing bus driver” because he enjoyed singing karaoke on those trips.  He was preceded in death by two brothers, Jimmy Marsh and Charles Marsh; sister, Betty Carol Johnson; and a granddaughter, Chloe Messer.

He is survived by his daughter, Beth Carr (Steve) of Samson; three sons, Chad Marsh of Geneva, Breck Marsh (Alicia) of Samson, and Keith Marsh (Angie) of Woodbine, GA; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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Robert McCollough - October 09, 1949 - October 05, 2021

Departed: 10/05/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Robert McCollough of Chancellor passed away on Tuesday, October 5, 2021.  He was 71.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 9, 2021, in the chapel of Pittman Funeral Home in Samson with Rev. James Preachers, officiating.  Burial will follow at Travelers Rest Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing.  The family will receive friends prior to the service on Saturday, beginning at 1:00 p.m.

Mr. McCollough was born in Samson, AL on October 9, 1949, to the late Voy Dee and Sarah Holloway McCollough.  He retired in October of 2010 after serving many years in the National Guard.  He also retired as a Federal Inspector for the USDA in 2014.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing in his pastime.  He was an avid Alabama Football fan.  He was preceded in death by his sister, Cecilia H. Cunningham.

He is survived by his daughter, Melissa Bowdoin of New Brockton; son, Garrett McCollough (Rebecca); seven grandchildren, Justin, Josh, Noah, Arianna, Adriana, Claire, and Cameron; five great grandchildren, Kennedie, Kayden, McKinzey, Natalie, and Shane; sister, Peggy Martin (Charles) of Woodbridge, VA; two nephews, Paul and David; and many cousins and friends.

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Derek Nelson - April 23, 1981 - October 03, 2021

Departed: 10/03/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Derek Nelson of Samson passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021.  He was 40.  The family will hold a memorial service at a later date.

Derek was born in Portland, Maine on April 23, 1981, to the late Elizabeth Nelson.  He served in the Army National Guard, having been deployed in both Afghanistan and Kuwait.  In his pastime, he loved to go fishing.

He is survived by his wife, Jenny Bowman Nelson of Enterprise; brother, Michael Nelson of Maine; sister, Amanda Nelson; very special aunt, Sheila Black of Samson; cousins, Wendy Black, Kevin Black, Wendell Black, and Trey Black; father and mother-in-law, Sonny and Anita Bowman; sister and brother-in-law, Leia and Marty Roberts; sister and brother-in-law, Jason and Ashley Bowman; nephew, Jay and Kayla Roberts; and a niece, Miranda Roberts.

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Martha Littel - January 26, 1945 - October 02, 2021

Departed: 10/02/2021 (Samson)

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Matthew J Cleary - December 06, 1983 - September 19, 2021

Departed: 09/19/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Matthew J. Cleary of Samson passed away on Sunday, September 19, 2021.  He was 37.  A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021 at 12598 FOP Lodge Rd., Andalusia, Alabama.

Matthew was born in Elmira, NY on December 6, 1983, to the late Michael Ecker, Sr. and Tammy Cleary.  Matthew was an avid gamer and Twitch player.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra Zaas of Samson; son, William Tyberius Pickerell of Illinois; stepchildren, Phillip Zaas, Christopher Zaas, both of Samson, and Anadelia Chubb of Dearborn, MI; brother, Michael Ecker, Jr. (Sandra) of Largo, FL; sister, Michelle Ecker of Florida; and numerous step-grandchildren.

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Foy Virginia Childs - November 13, 1928 - September 04, 2021

Departed: 09/04/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Foy Virginia Childs, 92, of Samson passed away at her home on September 4, 2021 surrounded by loved ones. She maintained an independent and outgoing life until succumbing to a stroke and short illness.

Foy was born and raised in LA (lower Alabama) to Lizzie and Rueben McDuffie in 1928. She attended Samson High School and shortly after graduation, married her sweetheart upon his return from WWII. They raised two devoted and caring children and spoiled three grandchildren. She was a wonderful and patient caregiver who left many with the wisdom and lessons of fishing for one’s supper, preparing meals from scratch, tending a garden, and making what you needed from what you had. She was well known for her love of flowers and plants of all kinds which was nearly matched by her devotion to her kitchen. It was often difficult to leave her home without a sprig or cutting of some sort and a helping of whatever was being prepared. She was loved and respected by everyone for her welcoming nature, kindness, thoughtfulness, and generosity. Everyone she met was considered a friend and all were welcome to sit a while on the porch or in the kitchen and just visit. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends, and community.

Her life will be celebrated at the First Baptist Church of Samson on September 11, 2021 with visitation at 1:00, services at 2:00, and interment following at Travelers Rest Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing. The family requests masks be worn by all attending.

Foy is preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Hubert Childs, her son, Wilbur Childs, and her brother, Hurshel McDuffie. She is survived by a daughter Emily Fitzgerald (William) of Knoxville, TN; grandchildren: Amanda Coutta (Greg) of Knoxville, TN; David Hochnedel of Columbia, SC; and Gretchen Caudill (Danny) of Fairbanks, AK; siblings: Cumi Whigham of Montgomery, AL; Howard McDuffie of Samson, AL; Erika Hutto (Mickey) of Hacoda; and multiple nieces and nephews.

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Jimmie Sue Tavares - November 05, 1935 - September 01, 2021

Departed: 09/01/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Jimmie Sue Tavares of Samson passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2021.  She was 85.  Her ashes will be interred at Travelers Rest Cemetery in a private service.

Mrs. Tavares was born in Jack, AL on November 5, 1935, to the late Ephron and Beuna Pearl Adams.  She was a longtime member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses.  She worked hard her entire life.  She was preceded in death by a brother, Rand Adams.

She is survived by four daughters, DeFaye McCollough, Virginia Jackson, both of Samson, Deborah Turner, and Lisa Tavares of both of Seattle, WA; son, Roger Jackson (Myra) of Salem, OR; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-one great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.

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Pamela Grissett - February 16, 1960 - August 17, 2021

Departed: 08/17/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Pamela Grissett of Coffee Springs passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021.  She was 61.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 20, 2021, at Piney Grove Baptist Church.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing. The family will receive friends prior to the service on Friday, beginning at 1 pm.

Pamela was born in Dothan, AL on February 16, 1960, to the late Melton Carl and Kathleen Warr.  Prior to her retirement, she worked as a secretary in the legal field.  She also wrote articles for the Samson Ledger entitled “Pam’s Pondering” for many years.  She loved to write poetry in her pastime.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Tammy Grissett; and infant twin grandsons, Josh and Jordan Littlefield.

She is survived by her husband, Louie. Frank Grissett of Coffee Springs; son, Joshua Carl Littlefield (Lakia) of New Brockton; grandson, Elijah Littlefield; brother, Tim Warr (Joanna) of Dothan; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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William Albert Gautney, Jr. - February 04, 1961 - July 07, 2021

Departed: 07/07/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: William Albert Gautney, Jr. of Donalsonville, GA, and formerly of Samson, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, July 7, 2021.  He was 60.  Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, July 9, 2021, in the chapel of Pittman Funeral Home in Samson with Rev. Scotty Troublefield, officiating. Burial will follow at Piney Grove Assembly of God Church Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing.

Mr. Gautney was born in Clearwater, FL on February 4, 1961, to Naomi Alday and the late William “Bill” Gautney, Sr.  In his pastime, he enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his son, Timothy Hunter Harrison; brother, Richard Cunningham; and sister, Crystal Wise.

He is survived by his wife, Annette Gautney of Donalsonville; two daughters, Alex Porter (Jacob) of Bainbridge, GA, and LeAnne Snipes (Matthew) of Pensacola, FL; two sons, Heath Harrison (Shay) of Samson, and Josh Gautney of Donalsonville; four grandchildren, Lilly Gautney, Spencer Snipes, Clois Harrison, and Reid Harrison; stepmother, Sandra Gautney of Samson; brother, Michael Gautney of Samson; and a sister, Shannon Sasser of Panama City, FL.

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Alberto Guerra, Jr. - January 02, 1992 - July 03, 2021

Departed: 07/03/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Alberto Guerra, Jr. of Samson passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021. He was 29.  Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced later by Ballou-Stotts Funeral Home in Burkesville, Kentucky.

Alberto was born in Arcadia, FL on January 2, 1992, to Alberto Guerra, Sr. and Angela Guerra.  He loved cars and his dog.  Alberto was in the excavation business.  He was preceded in death by a sister, Yolanda Guerra.

He is survived by his father, Alberto Guerra, Sr. (Amanda) of New Brockton; mother, Angela Day of Burkesville, KY; five children, Bradon, Jasmine, Eli, Alia, and Zayden; siblings, Brianna, Erica, Ciara, Alexis, and Elbert; paternal grandparents, Francisco Guerra and Ovelia Guerra, and maternal grandfather, Delius Day.

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Glen Edward Martin, Jr. - May 18, 1953 - June 12, 2021

Departed: 06/12/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Glen Edward Martin, Jr. of Samson passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2021.  He was 68. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, in the chapel of Pittman Funeral Home in Samson with Rev. Elbert Smith, officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home beginning at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday.

Mr. Martin was born in Dothan, AL on May 18, 1953, to the late Glen Edward Martin, Sr. and Hazel Mills Martin.  Prior to becoming disabled due to a car accident, he worked as a bulldozer operator for many years.  He attended New Prospect Baptist Church.  He was preceded in death by a sister, Rebecca Harris.

He is survived by his wife, Lydia Carpenter; stepson, Mark Carpenter; both of Samson; and a sister, Deborah Rogers (John) of Troy; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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Annette Ward Hudson - May 26, 1942 - May 04, 2021

Departed: 05/04/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Annette Ward Hudson of Kinston, passed away on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. She was 78.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on on Friday, May 7, 2021, in the chapel of Pittman Funeral Home in Samson with Rev. Allen Marsh, officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing.  The family will receive friends prior to the service on Friday, beginning at Noon.

Mrs. Hudson was born in the Hacoda Community on May 26, 1942, to the late William L. Maloy and Ester Odom Maloy.  She was preceded in death by her husband, James Rudolph Ward; and all of four her siblings, Sam Maloy, Opal Johnson, Thelma Maloy, and Edward Maloy.

She is survived by her son, Dwight Ward, and wife, Evelyn of Kinston; and three grandchildren, Quinton Mims, Holly Stiles, and Shelby Lynn Watley.

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Johnnie Faye Avant - November 05, 1937 - April 15, 2021

Departed: 04/15/2021 (Samson)

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Emma Lessie Hudson - December 06, 1952 - March 29, 2021

Departed: 03/29/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Emma Lessie Hudson of Elba passed away on Monday, March 29, 2021.  She was 68.  Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 1, 2021, in the chapel of Pittman Funeral Home in Samson with Rev. Randy Hartley, officiating.  Burial will follow at Goodman Cemetery with Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, March 31, 2021, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.

Mrs. Hudson was born in Coffee County, AL on December 6, 1952, to the late Dovie and Mavis Beckworth.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Pete” Hudson; two daughters, Betty Goodwin, and Emma Haskins; two grandchildren, Destiny Parvin, and Zachary Hudson; four brothers; and a sister.

She is survived by her son, Charlie Robert Hudson; daughter, Sueann Parvin, both of Elba; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; six sisters, Catherine Hudson (Billy Wayne) of Elba, Dorothy Roberson, Annie Roberson, both of Hartford, Mary Frances Carpenter of Daleville, Betty Joyce Parrish of Elba, and Gracie Sewell of New Brockton; three brothers, Van Beckworth of Daleville, James Beckworth of Esto, FL, and John L. Beckworth.

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Rodney Walker Hall - April 22, 1950 - March 24, 2021

Departed: 03/24/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Rodney Walker Hall – HACODA, AL April 22, 1950 – March 24, 2021

The man. The myth. The legend.

Rodney Walker “Rod” Hall departed this life for the next on March 24, 2021 with his two children, Kimberly and Derek Hall by his side.  Rod loved deep fried Southern food, mayo on his sweet peas, tooling around on the farm, candy bars, cheap beer, and beautiful women. Not necessarily in that order. He hated cucumbers and lazy people. Not necessarily in that order.

Rod was a jack of all trades and a master of none.  He retired from the Chevron Refinery in Pascagoula, Mississippi and went back to his farming roots when he moved from Mobile back to Hacoda.  Rod could build ANYTHING and was also great at growing things, especially vegetables, wrecking vehicles, giving his kids heart attacks, and making sure his neighbors were always taken care of.  He was a pro at collecting “stuff” and was often referred to as “Mr. Haney” by his children because if you wanted something and he did not already have it, he could find you one of anything that your heart desired.  And he would be happy to do it at a “small” cost.

Rod loved to tell stories. And you could be sure 50% of every story was true. You just never knew which 50%. Roy Rogers and Clint Eastwood were his television heroes. And he was the hero for his two children and many of his friends and loved ones.

When Rod took off for that family reunion in the sky, he was greeted there by his parents, Ned and Dana Lou Simmons Hall, his favorite grandmother, Clarice Simmons Webb, and a myriad of other relatives, friends and loved ones.  Rod leaves behind his daughter, Kimberly C. Hall of Mobile, Alabama, his son, Derek W. Hall of Chunchula, Alabama, three beautiful grandchildren, Victorija Hall-Smith, Liam Smith, Brinkley Hall and his younger brother, Thomas Hall.

A memorial service for Rod will be held Saturday, May 8, 2021 at 11:00 am at Pittman Funeral Home in Samson, Alabama with Rev. Dewey Elmore, officiating.  A community potluck in his honor will follow at the Hacoda Community Center.

Everyone that knew Rod knows that he loved to talk and to eat.  As a tribute to his life, we hope you will all come share some food and some fond memories of Rod with his family and friends.

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Ann Kennedy - November 28, 1940 - March 07, 2021

Departed: 03/07/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Ann Kennedy of the Hacoda Community passed away on Sunday, March 7, 2021, surrounded by her loving family.  She was 80.  A memorial service will be announced by the family in the coming days.

Mrs. Kennedy was born in the Reece Community on November 28, 1940, to the late A.W. Spivey and Lois Wood Spivey.  She graduated from Samson High School, Class of 1959.  Prior to her retirement, Ann worked for thirty-eight years at General Mills as Vice President and National Sales Manager.  She was a former Samson Garden Club President.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Don Spivey.

She is survived by her husband, Dan Kennedy of the Hacoda Community; daughter, Holli Moore of Ft. Walton Beach, FL; granddaughter, Lyndi Moore of Atlanta, GA; and a brother, Dale Spivey, and wife, Charlotte, of Tallahassee, FL.

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Jessie James Black, Jr. - January 26, 1933 - February 21, 2021

Departed: 02/21/2021 (Samson)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Jessie James Black, Jr. of Samson passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2021. He was 88. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at Danleys Cross Roads Cemetery with Rev. Pete Roberts, officiating and Pittman Funeral Home of Samson, directing.

Mr. Black was born in Coffee County, AL on January 26, 1933, to the late Jessie James Black, Sr. and Verbie Annie Sims Black. He served in the US Army during the Korean War.  Prior to his retirement, he worked at Dorsey Trailers in Elba for many years.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Lorene Black; daughter, Elaine Moody; two grandchildren; three brothers and a sister.

He is survived by four daughters, Gwen Bedsole (Bobby), Foyce Johnson, both of Samson, Debbie Williams (Waylon) of the Lowery Community, and Carolyn Watson (Webb); son, James Black all of Samson; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a sister, Lorene Mauldin of Lake Wales, FL.

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