Obituaries

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

Sandra Paulette Reed Wilson

Sandra Paulette Reed Wilson

Feb 4, 2021

Sandra Paulette Reed Wilson, lovingly known as "Sanna”, a native of Marlow, AL, fell asleep in death on February 4, 2021 at the age of 65. Sandra was preceded in death by her father, Rev. Clyde Reed, Sr. and her daughter, Stephanie Reed Nero. She is survived by her loving mother, Ruth Reed, six beloved children, 22 grandchildren, six great...

Coach Ivan Jones

Coach Ivan Jones

Feb 3, 2021

Coach Ivan Jones, 94, of Foley, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. He was born March 10, 1926 in rural Clarke County, Alabama and grew up near Jackson, Alabama. He was drafted into the Navy before finishing high school and served in the war in the Pacific from 1944 until the Japanese surrendered in 1945. After his discharge,...

Jamie L. Darring

Jamie L. Darring

Feb 2, 2021

Mrs. Jamie L Darring, age 88, a resident of Fairhope, AL., passed away Tuesday February 2nd, 2021. Mrs. Jamie was a long-time resident of Fairhope; the very definition of a Southern Lady, she was born in Georgiana, AL., in 1932. Mrs. Darring, affectionately known as “Momma”, “Nana” and “Jamie D” had an adventurist spirit, who’s lifetime hobbies included gardening, fishing,...

Barbara Ann Snoeberger

Barbara Ann Snoeberger

Feb 2, 2021

Barbara Ann Snoeberger, 92, a resident of Foley passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2021. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Gulf Shores and the Republicans Women’s Club. She was a former licensed pilot, owned horses and was an equestrian and enjoyed playing bridge. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles A. Hershiser, Sr. She...

Steven Matthew Harbison

Steven Matthew Harbison

Feb 2, 2021

Steven Matthew Harbison, age 49, a resident of Daphne, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2021. He was preceded in death by his late wife, Becky Kidd Harbison and father, James Melvin Harbison, Sr. Steven is survived by his wife, Johnsie Harbison; children, Blake Harbison, Savanah Harbison, Ashley Wilson, Courtney (Shane) Northcutt and Andrew Wilson; grandchildren, Coltyn Latour and Caelyn Osborne;...

Mildred Carroll

Mildred Carroll

Jan 31, 2021

Mildred Tanya Collins-Carroll, a resident of Daphne, Alabama, was born February 4, 1971 in Foley, Alabama and exchanged her earthly vessel for her eternal home on January 31, 2021. It is difficult to summarize the life of a woman whose presence exemplified the strength, dignity, courage, and wisdom of one beyond her years. Mildred was a woman who stood on...

Guadalupe Marquez Villa

Guadalupe Marquez Villa

Jan 31, 2021

Guadalupe Marquez Villa, Age 74, from Weslaco, Texas and a resident of Summerdale, Alabama sadly passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2021. Guadalupe has two boys but was a mother to anyone seeking comfort and guidance. She had an ear available for anyone that needed to vent or just to talk. She is most notably known for the 28 years...

Heather Pfefferkorn

Heather Pfefferkorn

Jan 30, 2021

Heather Pfefferkorn, 50, a resident of Daphne passed away on Saturday, January 30, 2021. Heather is survived by her adoring husband, David L. Pitts; daughter, Kristin (Codey) Faircloth; son, Michael Pitts; sister, Heidi (Jeff) Volcker; brother, Chris (Teresa) Pfefferkorn; grandchildren, Amelia and Hudson Faircloth; niece Halie Pfefferkorn; nephews, Hunter Pfefferkorn and Henry Volcker; parents Linda and Bob Williams; many other...

Billy Ray Kennedy

Billy Ray Kennedy

Jan 30, 2021

Billy Ray Kennedy was born on July 24, 1943, in Brewton, AL and died on January 30, 2021 at his home in Fairhope, AL. He is predeceased by his parents Charlie Oneal Kennedy and Mary Octavia Whitehead Kennedy, his sister Louise Kennedy (Wallace) Fincher and his brother Carlton Oneal Kennedy. He is survived by his wife Pamela A. Jenkins whom...

Georgia Carol Combs Sizemore

Georgia Carol Combs Sizemore

Jan 29, 2021

SIZEMORE MOBILE Georgia Carol Combs Sizemore, 73, a resident of Mobile passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ben Edward Sizemore. She is survived by sons, Troy Douglas Bartley of Henning, TN and Ben (Donna) Sizemore, Jr. of Satsuma; daughters, Joy Pintarelli (Steven) of Elberta and Jackie Denmark of Mobile; brothers,...

Boyd "Earl" Vaughn

Boyd "Earl" Vaughn

Jan 29, 2021

Boyd Earl Vaughn, 83, a resident of Spanish Fort passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021. Earl was born at home in Seminole. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Norma Gaynell Vaughn; son, Paul David Vaughn; brother, Wade Vaughn; sisters: Gladys Beatrice and Louise McLain. Mr. Vaughn leaves behind a daughter, Cathy (Matt) Pitzen of Loxley; grandchildren:...

Benjamin Hagood

Benjamin Hagood

Jan 29, 2021

Benjamin McMillan Hagood, Age 58, a native of Brewton, AL and a resident of Fairhope, AL passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021. Ben was a graduate of Alabama, his vocation was in medical sales and was co-owner of Foley Chevron Depot. Ben loved boating, camping, the beach, organizing family events and going out with friends. He is preceded in...

Matthew Abel

Matthew Abel

Jan 28, 2021

Matthew Russell “Matt” Abel, age 42, native of Iowa City, IA and resident of Fairhope passed away Thursday, January 28, 2021. Matt loved people, animals, sports, family and wrestling. He is survived by his parents, Dana Hurkett and Lyle Abel of Fairhope; 3 brothers, Paul Abel of Fairhope, Gavin (Maura) Abel of Daphne, Derek Abel of Foley; grandmother, Alice Hurkett;...

Catherine "Katie" R. Birk

Catherine "Katie" R. Birk

Jan 27, 2021

Catherine “Katie” Rose Birk, 91, passed away peacefully in her home in Gulf Shores, Alabama on January 27, 2021. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Lee Birk. She is survived by 3 children, Tom Birk, Mike Birk (Kathy), Patti Powers (Ed). She is also survived by 4 grandchildren, Tim Powers (Margaret), Jennifer Hart (Taylor), Chris Birk and...

Eloise Langham Hill

Eloise Langham Hill

Jan 27, 2021

Eloise Langham Hill, affectionately known as “Gummy”, a native of Loxley and a longtime resident of Mobile, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2021. She is survived by her daughter, Tina Cox (Gary) of Fairhope; son, Gary Hill of Mobile; grandchildren, Jason Cox (Lisa) of Daphne, Kimberly Curry (Dexter) of Daphne, Andi Millsap (Cullen) of Daphne, Jordan Hill (friend Allison Morrow)...

Hubert Dugger

Hubert Dugger

Jan 27, 2021

Hubert Ernest Dugger, age 93, a resident of Summerdale passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2021. He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Dugger; brothers, Dana Dugger, Walter Dugger and sister, Mildred Kleinschmidt. He is survived by his step-son, George (Yvonne) Miller, Tracy, CA; sister, Elzada White, Foley, AL; numerous nieces and nephews Graveside services will be held,...

Jesse Louise McLain

Jesse Louise McLain

Jan 26, 2021

Jesse Louise McLain, age 80, a resident of Seminole, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clifford McLain and daughter, Linda Henderson. She is survived by her daughters, Theresa (Cliff) Norris, Foley, AL, Cindy (Chico) Delagarza, Robertsdale, AL, Aprili (Bay) Sanders, Seminole, AL, Shamicka Johnson, Seminole, AL; son, Donnie McLain, Ashbury...

Chase Devin Childress, Sr.

Chase Devin Childress, Sr.

Jan 25, 2021

Chase Devin Childress, Sr., age 29, a resident of Bay Minette, AL, passed away Monday, January 25, 2021. Chase was a loving husband, father and son. He was an avid Alabama football fan and outdoorsman. He is survived by his wife, Maggie Childress; daughter, Clara Childress; son, Chase D. Childress, Jr. all of Bay Minette; parents, Gary and Shari Childress...

William Joseph "Joe" Rodgers

William Joseph "Joe" Rodgers

Jan 25, 2021

William Joseph "Joe" Rodgers August 18, 1949 - January 25, 2021 Joe Rodgers, loving husband and father, passed away January 25, 2021 due to Covid-19 at Fairhope, Alabama, in his 71st year. A native son and lifelong resident of the Alabama Gulf Coast, Joe was born on August 18, 1949 in Mobile, Alabama to Bill and Elaine (Harris) Rodgers. Raised...

Joseph Terry Vinson, Sr.

Joseph Terry Vinson, Sr.

Jan 23, 2021

Joseph Terry Vinson, Sr., age 70, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2021. He was devoted to faith, family, education and to furthering the growth of those he mentored on and off the field. He was also a beloved member and deacon of Eastern Shore Baptist Church. “Coach Vinson”, as many called him, coached both football...