Obituaries

Jun 17, 2025

Patti Jaffe     1945-2025

If tears could build a stairway,memories a lane,I'd walk right up to heavenand bring you home again.

Tuesday, June 17, my Patti wife of 55 years, after a long illness heard the Owl call her name to cross The Rainbow Bridge.

Born in Northampton, MA in 1945, she graduated Northampton High in 1964 and then attended The Summerville...

Jun 16, 2025

Heather Renee Wallace Griffin, born May 27, 1974, a resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away Monday, June 16, 2025, at the age of 51. She was raised in Brownsburg, IN, and was an accomplished baton twirler, model, and avid Colts fan. She was the biggest dog lover ever (self-proclaimed), and best chicken and dumpling maker, and loved her family and...

Jun 16, 2025

Linda Bell Hutchinson, a beloved mother, grandmother, and educator passed away on June 16, 2025, in Fairhope, Alabama. With a generous heart and enlightening spirit, she leaves behind a rich legacy forged through her profound impact on the lives she touched.

Born on November 28, 1940, in Fisk, Missouri, Linda was raised in Heber Springs, Arkansas. She excelled in her academic...

Jun 14, 2025

Kenneth J. Andress, 81, a resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025.

Kenneth was an avid traveler who visited all 50 states, Canada and Mexico. He found joy in hunting, fishing, and tending to his garden when he had the time. He was a youth softball coach for over 20 years. Kenneth is a Veteran who served as...

Jun 13, 2025

Phyllis Tattersall Ludt March 18, 1941 – June 13, 2025

Phyllis Tattersall Ludt, a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2025, at the age of 84. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bernard and Edith Tattersall, and her sister, Jacqueline Long.

Phyllis grew up in Boynton Beach, Florida, where she developed...

Jun 11, 2025

Glenda K. (Snyder) Morrow-Ghent January 14, 1942 – June 11, 2025

Glenda K. (Snyder) Morrow-Ghent, formerly of Mansfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2025, in Mobile, Alabama, at the age of eighty-three.

Born on January 14, 1942, in Mansfield, Ohio, Glenda was the daughter of the late H. Glenn Snyder and Mildred E. Kline, longtime residents of Ontario, Ohio. She...

Jun 10, 2025

Elizabeth Noble Lawhon “Bibba” Kendley

 Bibba was born on November 11, 1925 (Armistice Day) in Birmingham, Alabama to Harry and Jenifer Lawhon. She was the youngest of three children, growing up in a warm, loving and caring family. She was a voracious reader and spent a lot of time at the local library; wherever she lived. Growing up, she skated on...

Jun 10, 2025

Gerald Fredrick Bishop, affectionately known as Gerry, passed away on June 10, 2025, in Foley, Alabama, at the age of 75. Born on January 8, 1950, in Fairhope, Alabama, Gerry was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, and friend whose kind spirit and unwavering dedication touched the lives of many.

Gerry devoted a significant portion of his life to his career...

Jun 10, 2025

Charles Wayne Smilie, affectionately known as Chuck, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the age of 73. Born in Mobile, Alabama, Chuck was a longtime resident of Daphne, where he made his home and built a life rooted in family, faith, and service.

Chuck dedicated more than 40 years to a successful career with Southern Earth Sciences, Inc.,...

Jun 9, 2025

James B. Collier, age 82, passed away on June 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

James, or “Jimmy,” as he was often known, was preceded in death by his son, Mitchell James Collier, and his parents, James B. Collier, Sr., and Hazel Wanda Morris Collier.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Tonya Bryars Collier, and his daughters, Shirley...

Jun 9, 2025

Khan Van Le, age 68 of Gulf Shores, Alabama, passed away on June 9, 2025, from natural progression of an illness surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in An Bang, Vietnam, the son of belated Dat Le and Tan Nguyen.

He was devoted and married to Kieu Thi Le Truong in Vietnam for nearly 50 years. Although Khan was the...

Jun 8, 2025

Jesse Calvin Byrd, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025, at the age of 86. He was born in Winfield, AL to the late Fred and Ormal Lee Byrd.

He was a U.S. Navy veteran, coached youth base ball and football and was an avid fisherman.

Jesse is survived by his wife of 64 years, Martha Byrd of...

Jun 8, 2025

Shirley Cooper Hirs, a lifelong resident of Daphne, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025, in Daphne, AL. She was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, and will be deeply missed.

Shirley is survived by her two daughters, Beth Hirs (John) Trimble of Florence, AL, and Laurie Hirs (Brad) Fuller of New Delhi, India. She is also survived by her sister,...

Jun 7, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Andrew Lawrence Conner, who left us far too soon on June 7, 2025, at the age of 19.

Born on February 22, 2006, Andrew was a bright light for all who knew him. His kind heart, love for his friends and family, and, of course, his love for Whataburger touched everyone around him....

Jun 5, 2025

Ella Rose Corsello  February 17, 2024 – June 5, 2025

With hearts full of love and profound sorrow, we remember our beloved daughter and sister, Ella Rose Corsello, who passed away peacefully at her family home in Gulf Shores on June 5, 2025, at just 15 months old.

Born on February 17, 2024, in California, Ella Rose’s life was a shining beacon...

Jun 5, 2025

Clay Davis Miller, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025, at the age of 81.

Clay spent his career in furniture manufacturing. In 1980 he was the Vice President of manufacturing for Emperor Clocks. In 1988 he left there and went on to HON Industries where he was the General Manager of Oak Street Plant 1 in...

Jun 4, 2025

Margie Anne Jarvis Roach

Margie J. Roach, age 71, of Orange Beach, Alabama, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Margie was born on February 9, 1954, in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, to Joseph Jarvis, Sr. and Pauline Lunsford Jarvis. Margie worked hard, she loved her family and friends dearly. She also enjoyed bike rides and sunsets at the beach.

Margie is proceeded...

Jun 4, 2025

Jerry Douglas Williamson

January 9, 1939 – June 4, 2025

Jerry Douglas Williamson was born to Frank James Williamson and Ella Douglas Williamson in the small southwestern Idaho town of Weiser. His early years were spent on a ranch in eastern Oregon where his father and mother were employed. He later lived on several ranches and farms in southwestern Idaho until moving...

Jun 4, 2025

Carol Cynthia Zambrano Cortez, age 47, a resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

Carol was born in Lima, Peru on October 6th, 1977. She was raised in America by her loving parents, Eduardo and Ofelia. She lived in Foley, Alabama and share two children with her loving partner, Christopher.

She is survived by her mother, Ofelia Cortez De...

Jun 4, 2025