Obituaries
Obituaries in Fairhope, Daphne, Elberta, Foley, Gulf Shores, Lillian, and Surrounding Areas in Southern Alabama
Paula Jean Brackins
Nov 21, 2024
On November 21, 2024, Paula Brackins left behind the tent of her earthly body, and moved into a permanent dwelling prepared especially for her in heaven by the Lord Jesus Christ.
Paula loved her family and often spoke affectionately of each of them. She was born March 2, 1965, and was preceded in death by her mother and stepfather, Julia Faye...
L. Wayne Foster
Nov 20, 2024
Lelus Wayne Foster, known as Wayne, a native of Casey County, Kentucky, and long-time Foley, Alabama resident, peacefully passed away at his home on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, just days after celebrating his 88th birthday with family and friends.
Wayne was the first-born son of Ralph and Christine (Godbey) Foster. He spent his early childhood in rural Kentucky before moving to...
Patricia Joan Roll
Nov 18, 2024
Patricia Joan Roll, 86, a resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away Monday, November 18, 2024.
Pat was born Patricia Joan Marsili on October 28, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan. She was the daughter of Ethel Carr and Alfred Marsili. Patricia met her husband Robert G. Roll and they were married August 31, 1957. They had five children, David, Roberta, Doug, Dale and...
Debra Patricia Mullen Mansmann
Nov 18, 2024
Debra Patricia Mansmann, who graced this world with her presence on March 6, 1954, in the vibrant Bronx, New York, passed away on November 18, 2024, at the age of 70, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and selfless dedication to her family and community.
Debra was a woman who knew the value of warmth and community, as evidenced by...
Sandra Tanner Duncan
Nov 18, 2024
Sandra Tanner Duncan, born on October 31, 1954, in Alice, Texas, passed away peacefully in Fairhope, Alabama, on November 18, 2024. Mike Duncan and Sandra Tanner met at Southern Miss while playing tennis and were married for 42 years.
Sandra was a proud graduate of Southern Miss, where her passion for education ignited a career that would inspire many. Her dedication...
Deborah E. Overbea
Nov 17, 2024
Deborah Elaine Overbea, daughter of Julia Lloyd Overbea and the late Daniel Dorsey Overbea, crossed over to the spirit world at her home, with her bible by her side, on Sunday, November 17, 2024. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on the 23th of October, 1950; she was the second daughter of three. She moved to Fairhope, Alabama, where her...
Bobby Gene Dawson
Nov 17, 2024
Bobby Gene Dawson died Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, in his home, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on June 12, 1942, in Foley, Ala., he was a graduate of Foley High School and the University of South Alabama. He played football for Foley High School as a tight end under the direction of Coach Ivan Jones. He served in the United States...
Patricia Ann Griffin
Nov 16, 2024
Patricia Griffin, a resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024, at the age of 82.
If ever there was an angel on earth it was Patricia Knight Griffin. She came into this world July 26, 1942 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana during her father's military service during WWII. She grew up in the greater Jackson, Mississippi areas...
Vivian Sibley
Nov 16, 2024
Vivian Sibley, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024. Born in Charleston, West Virginia, on January 29, 1931, Vivian graced the world for 93 years, leaving a lasting impression on both her family and friends.
Vivian, formerly known by her maiden name Swanberg, dedicated over five decades to her passion for horses. Her generosity extended to teaching others in the art...
Betty Egbert Holt
Nov 15, 2024
Betty Egbert Holt, 77, passed away peacefully early November 15, 2024. Born December 28, 1946, in North Carolina, Betty moved with family to Gulf Shores, AL the following year where she resided until her passing.
A graduate of Foley High School, Betty was a dedicated mother to 3 boys. She was a special friend to many, fostering enduring bonds that lasted...
MaryBeth Waller
Nov 15, 2024
MaryBeth Waller (62) of Foley, Alabama passed away peacefully on November 15, 2024 surrounded by family after a courageous and brave fight with a medical illness.
MaryBeth was born November 8, 1962, in Harvey, IL to parents Edwin and Patricia Storako. She succeeded in many aspects of her life and graduated from college with a degree in teaching, obtaining many notable...
Nicholas Versluyus
Nov 14, 2024
Nicholas “Nick” VersluysMay 16, 1989 - November 14, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Nicholas “Nick” Versluys, who died on November 14, 2024, in Mobile, Alabama, after a courageous battle with cancer. Even at 35 years of age, he has lived a life filled with love, strength, and unwavering loyalty. He was born in Grand...
Nancy Jo Strader
Nov 13, 2024
Nancy Jo Strader, 82, of Lillian, Alabama, peacefully made her way to her heavenly home on November 13, surrounded by love, laughter, and probably a gentle eye-roll at one of Robert’s comments. Her husband of 18 years, Robert Strader, and her niece, Sindi Baugh, were by her side, as she left this world in true Nancy Jo style—calm, graceful, and...
Jeffery Bingley
Nov 12, 2024
Jeffery Bingley, a dedicated and skilled tradesman, passed away on November 12, 2024, at his home in Spanish, Fort Alabama. Born on August 31, 1961, Jeffery lived a life filled with passion, family, and service to others.
Beginning his career as a certified electrician, Jeffery showcased his dedication and expertise by later becoming a certified plumber as well. His commitment to...
Rendalene Butler Moore Barrett
Nov 12, 2024
Rendalene (Rendy) Butler Barrett, 82, of Daphne, AL passed on Tuesday morning, November 12, 2024. MRS Barrett is survived by her husband Charles (Chuck) Lee Barrett and her children: Jeffrey Scott Butler, Christy Butler Jenkins and Matthew Craig Butler. She was preceded in death by her parent Enos Moore and Eva Moore and a son, Robert Wesley Butler.
Rendy was born...
Mary Sue Stephens
Nov 10, 2024
Mary Sue Stephens, age 89, went to her heavenly home while surrounded by loved ones on November 10th, 2024, in Fairhope, AL.
Sue is survived by her husband, Earl Stephens, and her sister, Betty Martin; and her four children, Earl Stephens Jr (Amelia), Carolyn Hatcher (Mark), Vic Stephens (Genny), and Greg Stephens (Dana); her many grandchildren Virginia Stephens, Will Stephens (Rachel),...
William Pomeroy Vereen, Jr.
Nov 9, 2024
William Pomeroy Vereen Jr., resident of Daphne, Alabama, born December 14, 1941, passed away on November 9, 2024, at the age of 82.
Bill was born and raised in Mobile, Alabama where he graduated from Theodore High School. He worked several professions, all within the electrical, mechanical, and fabrication fields. He could fix anything! He valued hard work but enjoyed several...
Betty Jo Ann Langham
Nov 8, 2024
Betty Jo Ann Langham, age 90, and a resident of Fairhope, Alabama passed away on November 8, 2024 at The Retreat in Mobile, Alabama. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Floyd and Annie Pearl Langham, her brother-in-law, Ray Glen Gibson and her nephews, Christopher and Stephen Glen Gibson. She is survived by her sisters, Blanche Gibson Wise...
Edgar Lafayette Shealy, III
Nov 8, 2024
Edgar Lafayette Shealy III, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, husband of Patricia Perkins Shealy and father of Brian Mathew Shealy and Erin Kathleen Shealy, passed from this life and began his heavenly life on November 8th, 2024, at the age of 71. Ed was born on January 1, 1953, in Florence, South Carolina to Edgar Lafayette Shealy Jr. and Janie...
Barbara Jean Parker
Nov 7, 2024
Barbara Jean Parker, born on September 22, 1936, a native of Bessemer, Alabama and a 70-year resident of Bon Secour AL passed away November 7, 2024 at the age of 88.
She is preceded in death by her husband Jimmy who passed away last year after a marriage lasting more than 69 years. They were known throughout the community for their...