Obituaries
Obituaries in Fairhope, Daphne, Elberta, Foley, Gulf Shores, Lillian, and Surrounding Areas in Southern Alabama
Libby Jean Chavous
May 8, 2025
Libby Jean Chavous, 68, a lifelong resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
She was an avid Auburn fan; loved outdoors, including hunting. Libby was a loving mother and “LaLa”, as known to her grandchildren; and will be deeply missed by all of her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her...
Susan Strauch LaPorte
May 6, 2025
It is with deep sadness that the family of Susan Eileen Strauch LaPorte, 75, announce her passing on May 6, 2025, in her home in Foley, Alabama after a courageous battle with Glioblastoma, a highly aggressive brain cancer. Susan was born on November 8,1949, in Peoria, Illinois and was baptized at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Washburn, Illinois. Susan was...
Peggy Jeannette McAnnally
May 6, 2025
Peggy Jeannette McAnnally, a longtime resident of Fairhope, residing in Foley, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at the age of 82.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Roger McAnnally.
Peggy is survived by her daughter, Stephanie D. Wheeler (Chris) of Robertsdale; son, Joshua D. McAnnally (Kristin) of Fairhope; granddaughters, Ashley Nicole Wheeler and Elizabeth Mary Astryd McAnnally; grandson,...
James Russell "Jim" Thomas
May 5, 2025
James Russell Thomas, 84 years, of Foley, Alabama, was drawn into the arms of his Lord at his home on Monday, May 5, 2025 after a lengthy battle with cancer.
Born October 21, 1940 in Manistique, Michigan to the late Russell Klon and Loretta Rose (LaMourie). James was a 1959 Graduate of Manistique High School and enlisted in the United States...
Dick Sims Smith
May 4, 2025
Dick Sims Smith, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away on May 4, 2025, at the age of 91.
He was born in Malden, MO to the late Earl and Mabel Smith.
Dick was a United States Navy veteran. He taught school at Francis Howell High School in St. Charles, MO for 30 plus years.
He was preceded in death by his brother,...
Randall Neal Carmichael
May 1, 2025
Randall Neal Carmichael, II, aged 42, a native of Brewton, AL, and a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away on Thursday, May 1st, 2025 at his residence.
Neal was a graduate of Auburn University, his hobbies including being outdoors and fishing.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Randall and Teresa Carmichael.
Survivors include his grandmother, Carol Carmichael of Fairhope and many...
Kimberly J. Richardson
May 1, 2025
On May 1, 2025, Kimberly Richardson lost her battle with pancreatic cancer. She was a fighter and never gave up. Kim was born in Yakima, WA on August 15, 1977.
Kim is survived by her husband, David and his daughters, Morgan (Brandon), Krisley and Emily; mother, Wanda LaCoste; dad and stepmother, Lee and Marlene Young; as well as her seven brothers,...
Gail Golson Phillips
May 1, 2025
Gail Golson Phillips, 90, lost her battle with cancer and went to be with the Lord on May 1, 2025. Born on October 13, 1934, Gail attended the University of Alabama and Huntington College. She was raised in Fort Deposit, Alabama, where she married and later lost her first husband Jack P. Golson to an automobile accident in 1970. She...
Leslie Gaile Turnbull
May 1, 2025
Leslie G. Turnbull 1953-2025 Leslie Gaile Turnbull, age 71, a longtime resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama died Thursday, May 1, 2025, with her family by her bedside. Ms. Turnbull was an honors graduate of the University of South Alabama earning a B.S. degree in Biology/Chemistry and a Master of Business Administration degree. She worked as a professional medical laboratory technologist...
Rucker Taliaferro Taylor, III
Apr 29, 2025
Rucker Taliaferro Taylor III, 76, of Montrose, AL., passed away April 29, 2025.
Rucker was born and raised in Richland, Ga. After graduating from Auburn University, he moved to Birmingham, Ala., where he met wife, Ginger. The couple later moved to Baldwin County, Ala., where they made their home for four decades and he worked as a CPA.
His greatest joy was...
Lewis George "L.G." Herrington
Apr 29, 2025
Lewis George “L.G.” Herrington 98 of Moselle, MS. died on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, in Fairhope AL.
Lewis was born on March 22, 1927, the second of 5 children born to Roy and Verdie Herrington.
Raised during the Great Depression he started his young life picking cotton alongside his older sister in the cotton fields of Mississippi. Lewis was a great storyteller...
Ivy Lorraine Falk
Apr 28, 2025
Ivy Lorraine Falk, age 74, a resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away Monday, April 28, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Roger C. Falk
She is survived by her sister, Beth Pratt of Elberta, AL., and brother, John (Brenda) Govan of Foley, AL., Along with her loving nieces and nephews, relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held at Wolfe Bayview...
Antonya "Toni" Hatch King
Apr 27, 2025
After a life well lived Antonya Hatch King (Toni) passed away on April 27, 2025, theage of 85. At the time of her death Toni resided in Silverhill, AL with her daughter and son-in-law.She was born November 16, 1939, in St. Stephen, New Brunswick, Canada.
Toni had a passion for caring for others. While raising her family, she served thecommunity as...
Richard Prevette Westmoreland
Apr 26, 2025
Richard Prevette Westmoreland, age 88, a resident of Fairhope/Point Clear, AL, since retirement in 1997, died on April 26, 2025, in Daphne, AL. He was born on June 11, 1936, in Thomasville, N.C. After earning engineering and graduate industrial management degrees from N.C. State University and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, he served three years as an Air Force officer.
He next began...
Mary Pamela "Pam" Gilpin
Apr 26, 2025
Mary Pamela Gilpin ascended into Heaven on April 26th, 2025. She died peacefully in her home after fighting a 6-year battle of Ovarian cancer.Pam was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and a friend to so many.
She leaves behind her loving husband Rob Gilpin, her twin daughters, Mary Morgan Barrows & Lindsey White; her bonus son, Robert Tyler Gilpin; her brother,...
Beverly June Mechan Thorley
Apr 25, 2025
Beverly J. Thorley, age 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, April 25th.
Beverly played the organ and accordion, showcasing her musical talents and appreciation for music. Her creativity extended to pottery work, where she likely explored various techniques to create beautiful pieces. She had a passion for baking, particularly pastries, suggesting she enjoyed both the art and enjoyment...
William Kenneth Sykes, II
Apr 24, 2025
Mr. William K “Kenny” Sykes II, age 66, died Thursday, April 24, 2025, at his home in Fairhope, AL. He was a native of Jackson, AL. His family lived in the Antioch Community, where they ran a convenience store for many years, until he moved to Orange Beach, AL, where he ran a construction business. He then spent many years...
Charles "Chuck" Schleich
Apr 23, 2025
Charles "Chuck" "CW" Schleich August 5, 1939 - April 23, 2025 "With trust in God and spirit strong"
It is with profound sorrow and hearts full of love that we share the peaceful passing of our beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, Charles "Chuck" Schleich. Charles left this world on April 23, 2025, at the age of 85, surrounded by comfort...
Ember K. Farmer
Apr 22, 2025
Ember K. Farmer, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, departed this earth on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
Ember was born on September 22, 1993, to the late Delaney Inez Farmer and Charles Ray Dixon.
She was a humble, sweet, and kind soul. Always a pretty smile no matter the situation. Ember will be greatly missed.
Ember leaves behind to cherish her beautiful memories: one...
John Steve Biggs
Apr 22, 2025
With hearts full of sadness, love, and respect, we share the peaceful transition of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, John Steve Biggs II, to his eternal home with Jesus. He fought a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer, but kept the faith and finished as a champion.
Steve was born to Mollie Reinhold and Lawrence F. Biggs on...
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