Obituaries

Obituaries in Fairhope, Daphne, Elberta, Foley, Gulf Shores, Lillian, and Surrounding Areas in Southern Alabama

Lucy Jean Mitchell

Lucy Jean Mitchell

Oct 31, 2026

Lucy Jean Mitchell, known to many most of her life as Jean, was born in Olive Hill Kentucky to Arthur and Meade Davis.

For those who knew her she was compassionate, straightforward, and not afraid to tell you what she thought. For those who didn't know her, Tom, her son was quick to tell you all about her.

At 99 she was...

Jennifer Jessie Claire Theeck

Jennifer Jessie Claire Theeck

Oct 30, 2026

Jennifer Jessie-Claire Theeck, aged 52, of Spanish Fort, passed away of natural causes on October 30, 2026.

Jennifer was the daughter of Marilynn and Michael Theeck, born in Michigan. Having moved around the country due to being a military child, she chose to remain in the south where snow was not a concern. She graduated from Graduate of Auburn University at...

Mark Anthony Hellmich

Mark Anthony Hellmich

Nov 2, 2026

Mark Anthony Hellmich, a/k/a Frank, born February 23, 1959, a native of Foley, passed away on November 2, 2026, at the age of 67.

Mark dedicated over 46 years of his life to his craft as an Auto Body Technician, retiring from Freeman Collision (Davco) after a long and faithful career. He was a devoted fan of Alabama Crimson Tide Football...

Joyce Maurice Denmark DeMouy

Joyce Maurice Denmark DeMouy

Nov 1, 2026

Joyce Maurice Denmark DeMouy, a resident of Daphne, Alabama passed away Sunday morning November 1st, 2026 while in The Retreat Hospice Saads facility in Mobile, Alabama.   

Joyce was born on August 2, 1925.  In her 101 years of life she was quite an accomplished woman for her time. She graduated from Murphy High School and went on to The University...

William Rodney Clement

William Rodney Clement

Oct 31, 2026

Dr. Wiliam Rodeny Clement, age 94, a resident of Point clear, AL., passed away October 31, 2026, in the comfort of his home with his wife Patricia Ann Clement at his side.

He is survived by; his wife, Patricia Ann Clement: his daughter and son: Camille Boyles, and Rod Clement: brother: Joe Clements and his wife Barbara: 5 grandchildren: many other...

Robert Charles Benyo

Robert Charles Benyo

Oct 30, 2026

Robert Charles Benyo, 80, of Gulf Shores Alabama passed away on October 30, 2026, after a brief battle with congested heart failure. He was born on July 3, 1946, in Passaic, New Jersey, and he spent his life making the people around him feel cared for, welcomed and loved.

Robert proudly served his country in the United States Army. He went...

Ruby Collins Howard

Ruby Collins Howard

Oct 29, 2026

Ruby Dean Collins Howard, age 92, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 29, 2026. 

She was born in Clanton, AL. and moved to Bon Secour at an early age. She raised her family and was able to retire from the Solutia Plant after 18 years of service. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jack Oscar and Lillian...

Suzanne Mary Jean Rowan

Suzanne Mary Jean Rowan

Oct 28, 2026

SUZANNE MARY JEAN CHRISTINE ROWAN

Small but fierce, Suzanne Rowan came into the world two months premature 77 years ago but fought to survive with every itty bitty baby breath– too curious about life to give up without a battle. She left this world in the same way – feisty and determined, hanging on until the very last after a valiant...

Sandra Brown Bishop

Sandra Brown Bishop

Oct 28, 2026

In Loving Memory of Sandra Lee Brown Bishop

It is with heavy hearts, yet with the joyful hope of eternal life, that we announce the passing of Sandra Lee Brown Bishop, who entered into the loving presence of our Lord and Savior on October 28, 2026, at the age of 90, surrounded by her family at home.

Born on January 27, 1936,...

Linda Y Campbell

Linda Y Campbell

Oct 27, 2026

Linda Y Campbell, age 84, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. A resident of Westminster Village in Spanish Fort, Alabama, Linda was known above all for her thoughtful heart and generous spirit.

Linda took immense pride in her home and her appearance, always presenting herself and her surroundings with grace and care. A natural conversationalist, she loved talking to...

Norine Ann McCarthy

Norine Ann McCarthy

Oct 27, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Norine Ann McCarthy, a beloved wife, mother, sister, teacher, and friend.

Born in Chicago, Norine lived a life rooted in faith, family, compassion, and love. She married her husband, James, in 1983, beginning a marriage and life together that spanned more than four decades. Together, they raised...

Phillip Glen Seamster

Phillip Glen Seamster

Oct 26, 2026

How do you summarize the life of a man who selflessly cared for everyone his whole life? A man who led a great but difficult life? A man you admire with every fiber of your being? I guess just from the beginning;

On January 6, 1942, Phillip (Phil) Glen Seamster was born to Glen and Dorothy Seamster in Washington DC. He...

Howard Dean Sherman

Howard Dean Sherman

Oct 25, 2026

Howard Dean Sherman

December 23, 1947 – October 25, 2026

Howard Dean Sherman passed away peacefully on October 25, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and cherished memories.

Howard was a lifelong resident of the Vernant Park community in Foley, Alabama, and proudly served his country as a United States Army Veteran. He later worked as a shipwright and had a...

Lee Robinson Gwynn

Lee Robinson Gwynn

Oct 25, 2026

February 2, 1951 – October 25, 2026

Lee Robinson (“Robbie”) Gwynn, 75, of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2026, surrounded by family and friends.

Robbie was born in Mobile and raised in both Mobile and Baldwin Counties. Following his marriage to Maria Wynne Gwynn, he made Fairhope his home, where he built a life centered around family, friendship, and...

Harvey Leon Ikner

Harvey Leon Ikner

Oct 25, 2026

Harvey Leon Ikner

September 16, 1956 – October 25, 2026

Harvey Leon Ikner, a native of Monroeville, Alabama, and a longtime resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at the age of 70.

Harvey devoted his career to the health care industry, working at South Alabama and UAB Medicine. His 27 years of service to the health system...

Charles Wesley Smith

Charles Wesley Smith

Oct 24, 2026

Charles Wesley “Wes” Smith April 23, 1939 – October 24, 2026

Charles Wesley “Wes” Smith, 87, of Foley, Alabama, died peacefully at home on October 24, 2026.

Wes was born on April 23, 1939, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Helen B. and Arthur W. Smith, and was raised in Goshen, Indiana. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Pulp and Paper Technology from...

Barry Lee Winters

Barry Lee Winters

Oct 21, 2026



In Loving Memory of Barry Lee Winters

Barry Lee Winters, age 81, a native of Gahanna, Ohio, and a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.

Barry was an amazing husband, father, Papa, and friend who touched the lives of everyone who knew him. He shared 56 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Connie, and took...

Cheryl Markland

Cheryl Markland

Oct 21, 2026

Cheryl Markland, age 67, resident of Elberta, Alabama, passed way on October 21st, 2026 in Daphne, Alabama due to pancreatic cancer. 

She was born on November 15th, 1958 in Opelousas, Louisiana to her parents Clara White and William Taylor. She attended Foley Highschool. She was a determined and appreciated manager at Surfstyle for over 30 years. 

She is survived by her mother...

Elaine Marie Hatch

Elaine Marie Hatch

Oct 20, 2026

HATCH

COLLINSVILLE, AL

Elaine Marie Hatch, age 88, a current resident of Willis Creek Village, Fort Payne, AL, a native of Elyria, OH, a longtime resident of Canterberry, NH, passed away October 20, 2026.

She preceded in death by her husband, Brian Hatch, her parents, Howard and Mary Hinkelmann, siblings, Mary Ann Hinkelmann and William Earl Hinkelmann.

She is survived by her brother, Howard...

Robert A. Buckley

Robert A. Buckley

Oct 19, 2026

Robert (Bob) Anthony Buckley, 65, of Fairhope, AL, passed away on October 19, 2026.

Born to Robert and Carole Buckley, his journey began on Long Island, but life eventually led him from one island to another—Rhode Island. Wherever he went, he found, created, and played music. A passion he shared with his father.

A wrong turn on one of his many adventures...