Obituaries
Obituaries in Fairhope, Daphne, Elberta, Foley, Gulf Shores, Lillian, and Surrounding Areas in Southern Alabama
Louise Pierce Phillips
Jul 29, 2025
Louise Pierce Phillips, age 97, resident of Lillian, AL, passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
Born in Fairhope, AL, May 13, 1928. Louise graduated from Fairhope High School in 1947, married her childhood sweetheart on March 16, 1950, lived in Daphne, AL until 1968 when the family moved to Perdido Bay in Lillian, AL. She was a longtime member of...
Barbara "Bobbie" Kelly Kuntz
Jul 28, 2025
Barbara “Bobbie” Kuntz, 92
Barbara Kelly Kuntz, 92, a beloved mother, devout Catholic and faithful servant of the lord, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2025, at her home in Elverson. She was the wife of Cmdr. David Stephen Kuntz, with whom she shared many devoted years of marriage.
Barbara grew up in Germantown PA and attended West Philadelphia Catholic High,...
Deborah D. Lowe
2025
Deborah Diane Lowe, Born on July 31, 1954, from Chickasaw, Alabama and was a shining light in the lives of many until her passing on July 21, 2025. For 20 wonderful years, she dedicated herself to her work as a custodian at the Chickasaw First Baptist Church, where not only was she responsible for keeping the grounds spotless, but she...
Elizabeth (Betty) May Karcher McDuffie
Jul 20, 2025
Elizabeth (Betty) May Karcher McDuffie, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on July 20, 2025, at the age of 90. She was a vibrant and compassionate soul who touched the lives of everyone she met.
Arrangements for the Visitation, Funeral Mass, Burial and Reception:
The visitation and funeral Mass will be held at St. Thomas...
Joy Boykin
Jul 20, 2025
Joy Boykin, born on September 3, 1942, in Robertsdale, Alabama, passed away on July 20, 2025. A beloved figure in her community, Joy was known for her engaging wit, caring nature, and indomitable spirit. As the owner of Joy’s By The Bay, a women’s clothing boutique, she brought style and joy to many, leaving a lasting impact on her customers...
Shelia Pennington Nelson
Jul 19, 2025
Shelia Pennington Nelson, age 76, a longtime resident of Daphne, Alabama, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, July 19, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Shelia was born on June 11, 1949, in Crestview, Florida, to Ralph and Bessie Pennington, who later became Bessie Britton.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved son, Larry Coleman Nelson II.
Shelia...
Leeann Jean Hill McMullen
Jul 18, 2025
Leeann Jean Hill McMullen, age 59, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 18, 2025, after a short and valiant fight against cancer. Leeann was a current resident of Fairhope, Alabama and spent much of her life in Theodore/Mobile, Alabama.
She was the cherished soulmate of her spouse James David McMullen, who preceded her in death.
Leeann passionately loved her family and friends....
Susan Hughes Rosaly
Jul 17, 2025
Susan Hughes-Rosaly, born Susan Roberta Hughes on July 9, 1947, in Louisville, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, at Thomas Hospital in Fairhope, Alabama, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Surrounded by the love of her family and held in the quiet grace of her faith, Susan Hughes-Rosaly departed this life with peace in her...
Susan Ballard Van Landingham
Jul 17, 2025
Susan Ballard Van Landingham, born on January 6, 1956, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, at the age of 69. She was the beloved wife of Paul and mother to Amanda and Emily. She was born in Peoria, IL, spent much of her life in Bartlett and Memphis, TN and was residing in Foley, AL.
She was preceded in death...
William McGinnes
Jul 16, 2025
William McGinnes (Papa Rocco)
Born on May 30, 1942, in Glasgow, Scotland, William McGinnes passed away on July 16, 2025, at the age of 83. He lived a life defined by perseverance, generosity, service, and a deep appreciation for culture and community. At the age of 12, William emigrated to the United States with his family, embarking on a journey that...
Kenneth Earl Teem
Jul 16, 2025
Kenneth Earl Teem, 88, a resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
Kenneth was a lifelong member of Pleasant View Baptist Church. He enjoyed spending time on the water with his friends gigging for flounder. He was an avid Alabama football fan.
Preceding him in death were his wife of 63 years, Babs Teem; and sister, Virginia Drinkard.
He is...
Colonel Hollis D. Messer
Jul 15, 2025
U.S. Army (Retired)
Colonel Hollis Darrell Messer, U.S. Army (Retired), a decorated officer, devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and patriot, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, at the age of 92 in his home surrounded by his family.
Born on December 28, 1932, in Verbena, Alabama, to Charles Judson Messer and Camilla Gardner Messer, Hollis was raised with a deep sense...
Nathan Whitlee McMullin
Jul 14, 2025
Nathan Whitlee McMullin, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Monday, July 14, 2025, at the age of 38.
Nathan was born on March 12, 1987, in Slidell, Louisiana, to Roy and Nedra McMullin. He grew up in Montgomery, Alabama, and attended Trinity Presbyterian School before going on to graduate from the University of Alabama. He later earned his MBA from...
John Miller Powell, Jr.
Jul 14, 2025
John Miller Powell, Jr., a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather and devoted friend, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on July 14, 2025, at the young age at heart of 89.
John was born on 09/15/1935 in Montgomery, AL to John Miller Powell, Sr. and Mary Mitchell Powell.
John is survived by his loving wife, Peggy; his...
Morris "Lee" McKee
Jul 13, 2025
Lee McKee passed away on July 13, 2025, in Mobile after a short illness. Lee was born in Florence, Alabama to Morris Milo McKee and Victoria Mansell McKee on January 6, 1934. His family moved in 1941 about 20 miles south to Russellville, Alabama, where he grew up. He was active in the band, football team, and as a cheerleader...
Jack Daly Cummings
Jul 13, 2025
Jack Daly Cummings
Jack Daly Cummings, a native of Mobile and longtime resident of Montrose, Alabama, and Burnsville, North Carolina, died on July 13, 2025. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Marylin Brown Cummings, his second wife, Rosemary Naef Cummings, his parents, Marl Marcellus Cummings, Sr., and Anna Belle Courtright Cummings, and his brothers, Marl Joseph Cummings and...
David Michael Ward
Jul 13, 2025
David Michael "Mike" Ward passed away on July 13, 2025, at the age of 77.
Mike was a graduate of Fairhope High School and served in the Merchant Marines. His career was marked by his service at the Alabama State Docks, McDuffie Coal Terminal as a supervisor of coal handling, and at the family business, Oriental Imports. Mike loved his trips...
Martha Faye Estes Smith
Jul 13, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Martha Faye Estes Smith, a native of Brilliant, AL, and a longtime resident of Mobile, AL beloved spouse, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Martha passed away on July 13, 2025, at the age of 87,with family by her bedside.
She was the cherished soulmate of her spouse Kevin Assmann,...
Mary Slezak Goschinski
Jul 12, 2025
Mary Slezak Goschinski passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025, in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
Born on November 29, 1923, in Detroit, Michigan, to Walter and Mary Slezak, Mary lived a life defined by quiet strength, deep faith, and unconditional love. After marrying, she settled in Allen Park, Michigan, where she raised her family and remained until 2014. She then moved to...
Stephen Calvin Vogle
Jul 12, 2025
Stephen Calvin Vogle, 66, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025, after a short and valiant fight against cancer.
Steve was born on November 2, 1958, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. He loved growing up in the country in Saucier, MS, where he and his siblings shared childhood responsibilities caring for animals and growing fruits and vegetables, while also enjoying fishing in the...
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