Obituaries
Obituaries in Fairhope, Daphne, Elberta, Foley, Gulf Shores, Lillian, and Surrounding Areas in Southern Alabama
Eleanor Deaux Naughton
Jan 17, 2025
Eleanor Deaux Naughton, 94, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 17, 2025, after an extended illness.
Born November 4, 1930, in Summerdale, Alabama, she moved to Ft. Walton Beach, Florida, in 1965, and lived her last two years with her daughter in Brunswick, Georgia. Ellie showed an early aptitude for academics when she skipped the first grade and went on to...
Deborah "Debbie" M. Phipps
Jan 17, 2025
Deborah “Debbie” M. Phipps, a longtime resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family. Debbie was born in Escambia Co, Florida, to the late Joseph and Betty Jo Morgan.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She loved to cook and loved gardening. She will dearly be missed by her family and...
Zola Mae Fedor
Jan 17, 2025
Zola Mae Fedor age 84 of Brooklyn, Michigan passed away suddenly Friday, January 17, 2025 in Gulf Shores, Alabama. She was born on December 31, 1940 in Muncie, Indiana to Chester & Gladys (Cowgill) Kirby. On October 20, 1962 she married Donald A. Fedor. They met while attending Ball State University and enjoyed 62 years of marriage.
She worked at libraries...
Kimberly Renee Wolfe
Jan 17, 2025
Kimberly Renee Wolfe, raised in Birmingham, Alabama and resident of Gulf Shores, Alabama, died in her home Friday January 17, 2025, surrounded and loved by family and close friends.
Kim was a retired fire Captain with the Pell City Fire Department and served with them from 1989 until 2016. After retirement, she continued to work part time for the established fire...
Thelma Janice Todd (nee Young)
Jan 16, 2025
Thelma Janice Todd (Young) was born March 29, 1946, in Fairhope, Alabama to the late Emerson and Mazie Young. Thelma was the second oldest of 8 girls. She was preceded in death by older sister Emma Bolden.
Thelma received Christ at an early age. She was a lifelong member of Twin Beech A.M.E. Zion Church, where she was a member of...
Charles Michael Smith
Jan 15, 2025
Charles Michael Smith, a long-time resident of Fairhope, and native of Albertville, Alabama, passed away on January 15, 2025.
Mike was preceded in death by his father, Charles Sherrill Smith, and his mother, Norma Jean Jarvis Smith, and other relatives, all of Marshall County, Alabama. He is survived by his beloved wife Suzanne Paul, his cousin Connie (Paul) Abrahams, his sister-in-law...
Jesse "Mawmaw" Lowe-Booth
Jan 14, 2025
Jesse "Mawmaw" Lowe-Booth, 64, passed away on January 14, 2025, in Spanish Fort, Alabama. Born on April 1, 1960, in Chickasaw, AL, Jesse was a woman whose kindness knew no bounds. She had a heart that embraced everyone she met and a generosity that often extended beyond her own well-being.
Jesse was followed in death ten days later by her beloved...
Mary McNeill Cox
Jan 14, 2025
Mary McNeill Cox, 94, a resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
After raising her family, Mary completed undergraduate degrees in English and History. She then obtained a master1s degree in social work and worked for the State of Alabama in various positions as a social worker for many years. Mary loved history and traveled extensively throughout...
Dorothy Corley Brown
Jan 14, 2025
Dorothy Corley Brown, 84, a resident of Daphne, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025.
Preceding her in death is her son, Cordell W. "Bo" Brown, Jr.
She is survived by her husband, Cordell W. Brown, Sr. of Daphne, AL; daughter, Leslie (Sam) Childs of Opelika, AL; son, James Todd Brown of Mobile, AL.; 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Along with...
Wesley Chad Callaway
Jan 11, 2025
Wesley Chad Callaway, 49, of Robertsdale, Alabama went home to be with his Lord and Savior whom he loved on January 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Wesley was born April 20, 1975, in Foley, Alabama to M. C. Callaway and Patricia Barnard.
Wesley was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and shrimping. He never missed an opportunity to...
Bernadine Anne Hanks
Jan 11, 2025
Bernadine Anne Vogt Hanks, 96, a resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025.
Bernadine was born and raised in Jackson, Michigan. She was a lifelong resident of Baldwin County, AL., and a dedicated member of Christ the King Church in Daphne, AL. Where she played the organ and was a long-time member of the choir. She was...
Frankie Christine Ferrell Sherman
Jan 11, 2025
Frankie Christine Ferrell Sherman of Fairhope, Alabama, died Saturday, January 11, 2025, at her home in Fairhope, Alabama at 92 years old. Frankie was born on October 18, 1932, in Talladega, Alabama to the George William Ferrell and Jesse Mae “Fronie” Mann Ferrell.
She was a graduate of Talladega High School where she was awarded a scholarship to University of Alabama...
William "Bill" Arthur Rogers
Jan 10, 2025
William(Bill) Arthur Rogers a life long resident of Fairhope,Al, passed away on January 10,2025 at the age of 79.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents Mr. and Mrs. Rogers and his son Terry Johnson Sr. He is survived by his wife Anita Rogers; his children Jerry Johnson(Cece), Sherri McClantoc(Billy), Perry Johnson(Shannon), Christopher Rogers and Dawn Lee; his grandchildren Christina...
Darlene Louise Scott
Jan 9, 2025
Darlene Louise Scott, age 76, a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025.
She was a dedicated member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church and choir. She was a member of Epsilon Sigma Alpha for over 40 years. She loved to cook for her family and friends any chance she could. Most importantly, she loved being a grandmother to...
Helen Theresa Gleadall
Jan 8, 2025
Helen T. Gleadall was born in Brooklyn, New York on September 4, 1920. She entered Heavens Gate on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.
A consummate Mother and loving Wife to Edward A. Gleadall. They were married for 65 years. Her husband preceded her on December 20, 2004.
Helen was active in the Elks Club, Moose Lodge, and VFW in Stuart, Florida.
Helen and Edward...
Ronald "Tamie" Thames
Jan 8, 2025
Ronald Tamie Thames, a resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at the age of 75. He was born in Foley, Alabama.
Tamie was a U.S. Army veteran proudly serving his country. He was a decorated combat veteran in Vietnam.
Tamie was an avid outdoorsman, including duck hunting and fishing in the Mobile Delta, and also, he loved...
Nolan Anthony Ramsey
Jan 7, 2025
Nolan Anthony Ramsey, 'Tony', age 82, a resident of Gulf Shores, Alabama, went home to our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Tony was a native of Georgia. He graduated with the first combined 1960-61 classes that originally started the then new Sandy Springs High School, he attended college accrediting to Georgia State University and was an Army veteran....
Pauline Blackwell Strickland
Jan 7, 2025
Pauline Blackwell Strickland passed away on January 7, 2025, at the age of 89. She was born on June 6, 1935, in Lumberton, NC to Sallie and Forney Blackwell.
She married Robert Ives Strickland and traveled the world as a devoted Naval wife who made a life of relocating seamless for her family. They settled in Mobile, AL. Where she worked...
Dianna Dunkin Parker
Jan 6, 2025
Dianna Dunkin Parker, 81, a resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away Monday, January 6, 2025.
Dianna was a dedicated member of Foley First Baptist Church. She taught bible study for many years at 3 Circle Church in Fairhope, AL. Singing, shopping, and dancing were her favorite things to do. She also loved to cook for her family and friends any chance...
Duane Russell Whitmyer
Jan 6, 2025
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Duane Russell Whitmyer, age 75, a resident of Lillian, AL. He was born in Owosso, MI and lived in the Mid- Michigan area until he retired from General Motors. Duane went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 6, 2025.
Duane was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He...