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Sam Roger Adkins, age 88, of Winfield, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at DCH Medical Center in Fayette. He was born on January 13, 1938 in Guin, Alabama to Connie Sam and Lucille McDaniel Adkins. Roger grew up during the Great Depression, when his family lived in a log cabin before eventually moving to Moline, Illinois, in search of work. Roger was a faithful Christian whose faith was an important part of his life. He was a current member of the Winfield Church of Christ and had previously been a longtime member of New Hope Church of Christ where he faithfully served as an elder for many decades. Among his greatest sources of pride were his four children. He was especially proud that each of them was a Christian first and college educated second. Roger was also a dedicated and hard-working man throughout his career. He helped build the 3M plant and remained employed there for 35 years before retiring at the age of 55. Roger enjoyed spending time at some of his favorite places, including Smith Lake and Gulf Shores.

Roger is survived by his children, Mac Adkins (Kim), Cindy Webster (Randy), Amy Meherg, and Debbie Adkins; his grandchildren, Andrew and Annabelle Adkins, Sam Webster (Courtney), Haley Webster, Paige Randolph, Blake Meherg (Bailey), Ben Meherg (Mikela), Michelle Prince, and Rachel Dixon (Brandon); his great-grandchildren, Bristol, Garrett, Anderson, Banks, Bentley, Boone, Hannah, and Amelia; one great-great grandchild, Navy; and a host of nieces, nephews and other extended family members.

Roger was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ruth Adkins; his son, Richard Adkins; his grandson, Scott Randolph; grand son-in-law, Joe Prince; his parents; Connie Sam and Lucille Adkins; and his sister, Johnnie Faye Gilbert.

Funeral services for Mr. Adkins will be held on Tuesday, October 6th at 2:00 p.m. from the Winfield Church of Christ with burial to follow in the West Alabama Memorial Gardens. The visitation will be held on Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. service time at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Winfield Church of Christ Building Fund, P.O. Box 730, Winfield, AL 35594.

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Danny Stevan Miller, age 72, of Guin, Passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026, at Northport Medical Center. Dan was born on July 10, 1954, in Haleyville, Alabama, to James and Lina Barnwell Miller. His parents were visiting family in Alabama at the time, having traveled from their home in Michigan. Dan grew up in Michigan and returned to Alabama as a young adult, where he remained the rest of his life. Dan was a member of Antioch Baptist Church and spent much of his career working as a painter in the construction industry. He later joined Continental Conveyor, where he worked until his retirement. Outside of work, he enjoyed woodworking and making furniture. He also loved spending time outdoors, especially walking and hiking.

Mr. Miller is survived by his wife, Brenda Miller; his son, Andy Ables (Amy); his grandchildren, Adrian Flores (Lexie), Arianna Flores, Ashlynn Ables, Christian Ables, Zack Ables, and Andrew Ables; his great grandson, Bennett Flores; his sister, Debra Almond (Tom); his brother, Jamie Fletcher; his uncle, Johnny Barnwell; his aunts, Mahala Inlow and Barb Loveless; and a host of nieces, nephews and other extended family members.

Mr. Miller was preceded in death by his daughters, Cammie and Christy Miller; his parents, James and Lina Miller; and his grandparents, Frank and Linda Barnwell.

Memorial service details for Mr. Miller will be announced at a later date.

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Mrs. Kathleen Diane Blair, better known as “Kat,” age 76, of the Barn Creek community passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at her residence. Kat was born on December 22, 1949, in Marion County, Alabama to Charles and Pearlie Tidwell Draper. Kat was a faithful member of Abundant Life Fellowship for many years. She attended Hubbertville High School and spent many years working as a seamstress at Reltoc Manufacturing until its closing. She later worked as a deli cook at Crossroads in Winfield, where she enjoyed serving others. Kat always enjoyed cooking, gardening, attending church, spending time with her grandchildren, and helping others.

Mrs. Blair is survived by her husband, John Blair; her son Steve Blair (Anissa); her grandchildren, Loren Collins (Chris), Morgan Leath (Davey), Haley Rayman (Zack), Andy Minor (Hannah), River Blair, and Remi Blair; great grandchildren, Kaysen Blair, Wrenley Rayman, Elowyn Leath, and Waylon Bailey; her brother, Tom Draper; sisters, Alice Marcum (Chris) and Dorothy Price; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.

Mrs. Blair was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Pearlie Draper, her great grandson, Lucas Rayman; her sisters, Maxine McCoy and Linda Burroughs; and an infant brother.

Funeral services for Mrs. Blair will be held on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Tidwell Chapel Church of Christ Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Tuesday from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m. service time at the funeral home.

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Helen Marie Botelho, age 82, of Winfield, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at North Mississippi Health Services – South Marion. Helen was born in Winfield, Alabama, on April 3, 1944, to Basil and Stella Brazil Sprinkle. She was a graduate of Hubbertville High School. In 1970, Helen married the love of her life, John Botelho, who was serving in the United States military at Fort Walton Beach, Florida. For 40 years, Helen and John made their home in Fort Walton Beach when they were not traveling to various locations during his military service. In 2025, they returned to her roots and made their home in Winfield, where they remained until her passing. Helen was a devoted member of the Fort Walton Church of Christ during her years in Florida and, after returning to Alabama, became a member of the Winfield Church of Christ. Throughout much of her working life, Helen was a bookkeeper. She spent many years with Diamond Drill, where she served as manager and bookkeeper until her retirement. Outside of work, Helen found great joy in fishing and cooking, and she excelled at both.

Mrs. Botelho is survived by her beloved husband, John Botelho; her grandchildren, Ashton Lee and John Botelho; three great-grandchildren; her brothers, David Sprinkle and Johnny Sprinkle; brother-in-law, James Botelho; sisters-in-law, Janice Botelho and Ivalene Sprinkle; nieces, Christie Nix and Twanna Knight (Tommy); nephews, Ricky Sprinkle (Patricia), Ronnie Sprinkle (Wendy), Randall Sprinkle, and Brent Whitley; and a host of great-nieces, great-nephews, and other extended family members,

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Botelho was preceded in death by her son, John Paul Botelho; her brothers, J.C. Sprinkle, Kenneth Sprinkle, and Clayburn Sprinkle; and sisters-in-law, Tenna Sprinkle and Edna Earl Sprinkle.

Funeral services for Mrs. Botelho will be held on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. from the Bowen Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held on Monday from 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., service time at the funeral home. A graveside service will be held at a later date in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.

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