Dionne Stanford Ozark, Alabama Obituary Death: 41-Year-Old Man Identified as Victim in Fatal Shooting

The Ozark, Alabama community is mourning the tragic loss of Dionne Stanford, who died following a fatal shooting on the evening of June 8, 2026. Stanford, 41, was identified by local authorities as the victim in the incident that has prompted an ongoing criminal investigation and an arrest.

According to law enforcement officials, the shooting occurred on Magnolia Avenue in Ozark. Stanford was transported to Dale Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead. Authorities have since arrested and charged 32-year-old Jamaree Raquis Beaty with murder in connection with the case. The investigation remains active as officials continue to gather evidence and determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

News of Stanford’s death has left family members, friends, and members of the Ozark community grieving the loss of a loved one whose life was cut short far too soon. As tributes begin to emerge, many are reflecting on the memories, relationships, and impact he had on those around him.

The fatal shooting was one of two separate shooting incidents reported in Ozark on the same night. Local officials have stated that the incidents are believed to be unrelated.

As loved ones come together to mourn, they are remembering Dionne Stanford not for the tragic circumstances of his death, but for the life he lived and the connections he made with family, friends, and the community. His passing leaves a void that will be deeply felt by those who knew and cared for him.

Funeral and memorial service information has not yet been publicly released. Family members are expected to announce arrangements in the coming days, allowing relatives, friends, and community members an opportunity to pay their respects and celebrate his life.

Dionne Stanford’s memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved him, and he will be remembered with affection, respect, and lasting remembrance.