ENNIS ALEXANDER CALDWELL
Ennis Alexander Caldwell, 87 of Auburn, passed away Oct. 12, 2023, at Bethany House. Mr. Caldwell was born Sept. 6, 1936, in Dadeville, Alabama to Lyman Bruce Caldwell Sr. and Mary Ennis Caldwell.
Mr. Caldwell was preceded in death by his parent’s; sister Gwyndolyn Blythe Patten; brothers Lyman Bruce Caldwell Jr., Alonza Lee Caldwell; nephews James K. Blythe Jr. and William Blythe. He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years Jane Clark Caldwell; daughter Diane Morgan (Ed) of Auburn; son Dennis W. Caldwell of Opelika; grandchildren: Edwin Morgan (Tyler) of Montgomery, Elizabeth Caldwell, Dennis W. Caldwell Jr. of Portland.
He worked at WJHO Radio as a disc jockey before finishing his career as a postal employee at the Opelika Post Office. He was a member and deacon of Central Baptist Church for many years. In addition to his love for his church family he loved spending time with his family especially later years taking care of family land and many family pets. He loved gospel music and sang with a quartet in his younger years. He spent his life serving God and taking care of his family.
Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 16, 2023, at Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home with visitation beginning prior to the service. Burial followed in Garden Hills Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations be made to Central Baptist Church in Opelika or to The Humane Society.
RANDALL AARON ELTON
Randall Aaron Elton, 40, of Opelika, passed away on Monday, Oct. 9.
Born on Sept. 1, 1983, Randall was a remarkable individual who touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him.
He is survived by his wife Debi (Wright) Elton; son Kaden Randall Elton; mother Kelly Clark; father Randy Elton; stepmother Angela Elton; and sister Amanda Elton Gossett (Jeremy).
He was the most loving son, a dependable and supportive big brother; a dad full of unending love and pride for his son and an incomparable love and adoration for his wife and their life. Randall was an avid Braves fan, a lover of traveling with his family and a helper to all. He enjoyed crossing the finish line hand in hand with his wife in 5Ks and spending time with his son.
Randall was never without a smile or a thoughtful gesture. His gentle nature, compassionate spirit, unwavering support made him a beacon of light in the lives of those around him.
His memory will forever be etched in our hearts.
Funeral services were held Friday, Oct. 13, 2023, at Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home with visitation beginning prior to the service. Burial followed in Garden Hills Cemetery.
JANICE GOLDEN
Janice Golden, age 76 of Opelika, passed away Oct. 8, 2023 at Arbor Springs.
Mrs. Golden is survived by her husband Perry Golden; son James Blain (Holly); siblings Nancy McClendon and Raymond L. Yancy (Laura). She is preceded in death by her parents Raymond L. Yancy Sr. and Sara Ruth Hill Yancey and son Timothy Scott.
Mrs. Golden served as a tax collector for 13 years. She was a bookkeeper for the Lee County School System for a little over 12 years and the Circuit Clerk’s office for five years. She served as president of the state of Alabama Tax Collectors and Assessors Association. She was a member of both the Opelika and Auburn Chamber of Commerce and worked with Keep Opelika Beautiful. She enjoyed playing the piano and loved working in most arts and crafts.
Funeral services were held Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, at First Baptist Church Opelika with visitation beginning prior to the service. In lieu of flowers the family request memorials be made to
St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital
501 Saint Jude Place
Memphis, TN 38105.
DEBRA SUSAN PFEIFFER
Debra Susan Pfeiffer, also known as Susan Pfeiffer, passed away on Oct. 8, 2023, at the age of 67 in Opelika. She was born on Nov. 27, 1955, in Fort Myers, Florida. Debra was a kind-hearted and sweet individual who was always there for others. Her loved ones could always count on her for support and she provided a comforting shoulder to lean on. She had a deep love for her daughters and grandchildren and they were her world.
Debra is survived by her brothers Mark Underwood and Chuck (Freda) Underwood; her daughters, Michelle (Brian) Wilson, Danielle (Veasna) Pfeiffer-Peang and Sharla (Cody) Flournoy; her former husband, Dennis (Deborah) Wilson; her grandchildren Jacob, Sadie, David, Tara, Holly; and her great-grandchildren Madison and Bonnibelle. She also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, loved ones and friends.
Debra was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Marilyn Underwood; her late husband David George Pfeiffer; and her sister Tammie Kurz.
Debra found solace and strength in her faith at The Bridge Church. She cherished her time there and found comfort in the community.
In her free time, Debra enjoyed tending to her plants, collecting rocks and observing the beauty of butterflies and hummingbirds.
A Celebration of Life service was held on Oct. 12, 2023, at The Bridge Church.
Her family and friends remembered and honored the life of Debra Susan Pfeiffer, a loving and compassionate individual who touched the hearts of many.
In lieu of flowers, charitable donations can be made for Jacob and Sadie through Venmo to Sharlaann11.
Frederick-Dean Funeral Home handled the arrangements.
WILLIAM ROBERT CREW III
William Robert Crew III (Bobby) passed away on Oct. 8, 2023, with his family lovingly by his side.
Born Jan. 7, 1947, to Sarah Kathleen Pace (Kat) and William Robert Crew II (Buddy), Bobby grew up surrounded by family, including his younger siblings, Jimmy and Kathy, in Auburn. He graduated from Auburn High School in 1965 and went on to attend Auburn University.
He then earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the Auburn University School of Business in 1970. Upon graduation, Bobby deployed to Vietnam as a First Lieutenant in the U.S. Army, laying utility lines. He served for 19 months.
When he returned to the states, Bobby began working in Montgomery, as a rate analyst for the Public Service Commission, a position he held for five years. Eventually, he returned to his hometown of Auburn. By 1980, Bobby, along with his longtime friend and business partner, Reggie Oliver, owned and operated the Torch 85 Truck Stop for more than 30 years.
A stranger to no one, Bobby was loved by many, and he will be dearly missed by those who were blessed to know him. He was an active man, who even after retiring from the Torch 85, liked to stay busy, including serving as a reserve deputy with the Lee County Sheriff’s Department for several years
No one loved a funny, off-the-wall story more and no one had better stories to share. Bobby enjoyed time spent with his loving wife Patti, family and friends — whether they were gathered to cheer on the Auburn Tigers or just spending a spontaneous afternoon on the back porch. Bobby and Patti, together for 32 years, always welcomed guests with open arms and — thanks to Patti — delicious food and a good time.
He will be remembered for all the heart and thoughtful kindness he shared with his friends and family. He truly loved each of them — and if you knew him, you knew it. He is preceded in death by his parents, Kat and Buddy. He is survived by his wife Patti; son Jonathan (Katie); brother Jimmy (Cynthia); sister Kathy (Lee); stepson Scott (Valerie) Tremaine; stepdaughter Rachael (Dave) Hebel; grandchildren Isabella, Pace and Scarlett Crew, Michael and Andrew (Hannah) Tremaine; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
In typical Bobby fashion, there was no formal service, but rather a celebration of life was held last Saturday, Oct. 14, at Fig & Ivy from 3 to 5 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to
Rescue — K911
P.O. Box 862
Auburn, AL 36831 or the
CARE Humane Society
1140 Ware Drive.
Auburn, AL 36832.
