Obituaries
Obituaries in Fairhope, Daphne, Elberta, Foley, Gulf Shores, Lillian, and Surrounding Areas in Southern Alabama
Leah Angela Hollis Croft
May 6, 2021
Leah Angela Hollis Croft, born on November 17th, 1982 in Birmingham, Alabama, passed away suddenly on Thursday morning, May the 6th, at the age of 38. Leah attended Erwin High School and Jefferson State Community College, both in Birmingham, AL. She pursued a career in photography with an emphasis on weddings and portraits, and moved to Orange Beach in 2005...
Theresa Marie Barber
May 6, 2021
Theresa Marie Barber, age 58, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away on May 6, 2021. Theresa is survived by her husband, Thomas Barber; daughters, Sophia Cresswell of San Antonio, TX, Aimee Lambeth-Barber of Fairhope; son, Samuel Barber of Mobile; sister, Debra Foster of Mobile; brothers, Alex Thomas of Mobile, Daniel Thomas of New York, Tyrone Thomas of Mobile; and...
Faye Stewart Schottgen
May 4, 2021
FAIRHOPE, AL. Faye Stewart Schottgen, age 82, a native of Bay Minette, AL and a longtime resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2021. Mrs. Schottgen was a graduate of Baldwin County High School and then went on to graduate from William Carey College with a BA degree in speech and drama. She also attended South Alabama where...
Angela "Angel" Farmer Nolte
May 3, 2021
Angela “Angel” Farmer Nolte, age 60, a longtime resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Monday, May 3, 2021. She is survived by her husband, Ed Nolte; children, E.J. Nolte and Teisha Stanley; grandchildren, Amber, Tre, Skylar, and Payton; sisters, Patty Adair, Britt Webb and Samantha Hardy; brother, Jeff Savell; a host of other loving relatives and friends. A celebration of...
Richard Fletcher Kirkwood
May 2, 2021
KIRKWOOD ELBERTA, ALABAMA Richard Fletcher Kirkwood, Jr., age 73, a resident of Elberta, AL passed away Sunday, May 2, 2021 . He served in the U.S. Marine Corps, Vietnam Veteran where he received a purple heart. Richard was sometimes misunderstood but had a heart of gold and a fine gentleman. He is survived by his wife of 13 years Kim...
Richard Leroy Wobbe
May 1, 2021
WOBBE DEFIANCE, MISSOURI Richard Leroy Wobbe, age 74, a resident of Defiance, MO passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021 In Foley, AL. A private celebration of Richard's life will be held at a later date. ARRANGEMENTS BY WOLFE-BAYVIEW FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY 2551 S. MCKENZIE ST. FOLEY, AL 36535 251-943-2391
John A. Strnad
May 1, 2021
John Andrew Strnad, age 93, a native of Pittsburgh, PA and a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Audrey M. Strnad and a host of other loving relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Glenn Howard Baker
Apr 30, 2021
BAKER ELBERTA, ALABAMA Glenn Howard Baker, age 90, a resident of Elberta, AL passed away Friday, April 30, 2021. Glenn was a member of Dry Ridge Christian Church in Dry Ridge, KY. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He is survived by his wife; Phyllis Baker of Elberta, AL, daughter; Paula Smith of Orange Beach, AL, a...
Wilson Wayne Villadsen, Jr.
Apr 30, 2021
On April 30th, Wayne Villadsen left this world after a brief illness at home with his family at his side. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather to Alice, wife of 57 years; daughter Jacque Villadsen Helms (Dennis Helms), and son Michael Villadsen; and grandchildren Bradley Helms, Mark Helms, and Alice Helms. He is survived additionally by his sister,...
Linda Hadden
Apr 27, 2021
Linda Louise Hadden, 72, a resident of Daphne passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2021.
She was preceded in death by her devoted husband George Keith Hadden.
Linda is survived by her daughter, Rachal (Don) Freeman of Daphne; brothers, Sidney Sanders of St. Augustine, FL and David (Cindy) Sanders of Mobile; sister, Mary Jensen of Daphne; sister-in-law, Mary Beth Squires...
Sara "Mammy" Gafford Dixon
Apr 26, 2021
Sara “Mammy” Gafford Dixon, age 78, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away on April 26, 2021.
She was preceded in death by her son, Anthony Potts.
Mammy is survived by her daughters, Tammy Meadows of Tuscaloosa, and Lisa Valier of Wetumpka; 6 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; special friends, Gerri Cain, and Pat Piephoff; as well as other relatives and friends.
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Mildred Ann Henderson
Apr 24, 2021
Mildred Ann Henderson, age 82, a resident of Mobile, Alabama, passed away April 24, 2021.
Mildred was a member of the First Baptist Church Tillman’s Corner where she was in the choir and the Sunflower Sunday School Class. She was a loving wife, mother, “Nana”, sister, who never met a stranger.
Mildred was preceded in death by one son, Johnny...
Kay "KK" Snow Owen
Apr 24, 2021
With heavy hearts, we say our earthly goodbyes to Kay Snow Owen (KK). Kay was born on a snowy January day in Birmingham, AL to Thomas H. and Ethel Snow.
Kay attended Jones Valley High School where she was a cheerleader. Kay married her childhood crush, Jim Owen, 53 years ago on February 2, 1968. KK and Jim bounced around...
Thomas Raymond Brown, Jr.
Apr 23, 2021
Thomas Raymond Brown, Jr., age 73, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away on April 23, 2021.
Tom was a graduate of Murphy High School. He worked with I.C.G. Railroad (formerly GM&O Railroad) for 25 years. After retirement, he transitioned to real estate and worked with Roberts Brothers Real Estate. He devoted a portion of his life to youth sports...
Bayleigh Faith Hill
Apr 23, 2021
Bayleigh Faith Hill, 17, a resident of Gulf Shores passed away on Friday, April 23, 2021.
Bayleigh was an adored daughter, sweet big sister, and a junior at Gulf Shores High School. She will be remembered for her constant smile, her amazing ability to make you feel loved and cherished, and greeting you with a sweet, “How are you?”.
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Steven Felix
Apr 21, 2021
Steven Normand Felix, 60, a resident of Foley passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Pauline Felix. He is survived by his daughter, Stephanie Osteen; brothers, Randy Felix, Foley, Bruce Felix, NH; life companion, Kimberly Snow, NM; nephews, Gregory Felix, Elberta, Jeremy Felix, Covington, GA; 6 great-nieces; 1 great-nephew. Graveside...
Juanita Evans Ward
Apr 21, 2021
Juanita Evans Ward, a native of Monroe County and a resident of Mobile, AL, passed away Thursday, April 21, 2021, at the age of 93.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John E. Ward.
Mrs. Ward’s is survived by her daughter, Theresa Smith of Lauderdale, FL, and a host of other loving relatives and friends.
Graveside services will...
Arthur Dexter Corte
Apr 20, 2021
Arthur Dexter Corte, Sr., age 85, a resident of Loxley, Alabama passed away on April 20, 2021. A celebration of Mr. Dexter’s life will be held at a later date.
Einar M. Fuglestad
Apr 20, 2021
Einar M. Fuglestad, 85, a resident of Foley passed away on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Fuglestad; sons, Frank (June) Fuglestad, Michael (Sally) Fuglestad, Alan (Kim) Fuglestad; 7 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Preston Maxson
Apr 20, 2021
Preston Maxson, 88, a resident of Lillian passed away on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. He graduated from Glen Falls High School in 1950 and Georgia Tech in 1955. He served in the US Army and was a former resident of Pearl, MS. He is survived by his wife, Ethel Ewing Maxson, Lillian, AL; daughter, Lisa Judson, Columbus, MS; sons, Daniel...