by The Observer Staff | Apr 27, 2023 | Ann Cipperly, Column
By ANN CIPPERLY While the exterior of the Watoola Methodist Church looks similar to how it did in 1905 when it was constructed, the original building was damaged by the tornado in Beauregard in 2019 and rebuilt. As members prepare for their annual “old time” Barbecue...
by The Observer Staff | Mar 29, 2023 | Ann Cipperly, Column
By ANN CIPPERLY Easter is Debra Whatley’s favorite Christian holiday, and she prefers it over Christmas, as it is not as commercialized. At Easter, her four children and their families gather at Debra’s country home in Beauregard for a festive celebration luncheon. “I...
by The Observer Staff | Mar 22, 2023 | Obituaries
Martha Jo Smith Dudley went to be with her Lord on March 20, 2023, at the age of 90. Throughout her life, her focus was on her family and the well-being of others. Jo had a true servant’s heart. Her most cherished title was that of “Grandmama.” Jo was born in the...
by The Observer Staff | Jan 12, 2023 | Obituaries
Myrtis Ann Bankston Roughton entered into her eternal life at 8:09 p.m. on Dec. 30, 2022. Myrtis was born Myrtis Ann Bankston, the third of five children born to Arthur Leroy Bankston Sr. and Rosie Odell Bankston of Beauregard, Alabama, on Aug. 14, 1944. Myrtis...
by The Observer Staff | Dec 14, 2022 | Obituaries
Dalton Alexander Stringfellow, 22, of Beauregard, Alabama, passed away on Dec. 4, 2022, in Chambers County, Alabama. Dalton was born on June 12, 2000, in Opelika at East Alabama Medical Center. He was currently pursuing a career as an electrician. Dalton enjoyed...
