Obituaries

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

Donald O. Spillman

Donald O. Spillman

Jul 8, 2018

Donald O. Spillman, deported this life on July 8, 2018. He was a former resident of Lexington, KY and a resident of Daphne. Donald was preceded in death by his wife, Tula Stebbins Spillman; son, Mark Spillman; parents, Dr. Claude O. and Jerry Spillman. He lived a remarkable life; he fought in the Battle of The Bulge and was present...

William Joseph "Joe" Stuckey

William Joseph "Joe" Stuckey

Jul 7, 2018

William Joseph “Joe” Stuckey, Age 88 a native of Castleberry, Alabama and a resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama passed away on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at his residence. Mr. Stuckey was a eleven year veteran of the U.S. Marines, a member of First Baptist Church Spanish Fort, a Mason and a member of Hadji Temple, Pensacola, FL. He is preceded...

Joyce Simmons Cochran

Joyce Simmons Cochran

Jul 7, 2018

COCHRANDAPHNE Joyce Simmons Cochran, 87, a native of Newton, MS,  longtime resident of Saraland, and a current resident of Daphne, AL passed away on July 7, 2018.  She was born on September 23, 1930. Joyce was a retired elementary school teacher who taught for over 40 years at various schools including Calcedeaver, Mount Vernon, Saraland, Pensacola and Miami.  She was...

Lynda Faye Goram

Lynda Faye Goram

Jul 6, 2018

Lynda Faye Goram, Age 65, born in Atmore, AL and a resident of Spanish Fort, AL passed away on Friday, July 6, 2018 at her residence. She liked gardening, had a heart for all those she knew and loved, adored her grandbabies and enjoyed working for Michael Barrie for the last 16 years. She is preceded in death by her...

Amelia Charlotte BUSSEY

Amelia Charlotte BUSSEY

Jul 6, 2018

BUSSEY Amelia Charlotte Bussey, Age 3 1/2 months, passed away on Friday, July 6, 2018. She is survived by her parents, Frederick T. “Erick” and DeLacy Ollinger Bussey of Daphne, AL; maternal grandparents, Thomas P. Jr. “Corky” and Mechell  Ollinger of Fairhope, AL; paternal grandparents, Frederick E. and Becky Bussey of Hanceville, AL; paternal grandmother, Kimberly K. and Kenny Altman...

Jo Cory Hewlett-Rich

Jo Cory Hewlett-Rich

Jul 6, 2018

FOLEY, AL Jo Cory Hewlett-Rich, age 87, a native and longtime resident of Birmingham and a current resident of Foley, AL, passed away Friday, July 6, 2018. Momma Jo was a registered nurse and the registrar at Shades Cahaba Elementary School for many years. She was an avid golfer at Glenlakes golf course and was an artist. Above all she...

John Lemont Curll

John Lemont Curll

Jul 3, 2018

  CURLLSPANISH FORT, ALABAMA John Lemont “Lee” Curll was born in Roxboro, PA to Franklin and Dorothy Curll on August 26, 1932 and died on July 3, 2018. Lee was a Korean War Veteran and retired from OMC Johnson Motors. He was a member of the American Legion in Lillian, AL for 24 years. Lee is preceded in death by his...

William Joseph Gremillion

William Joseph Gremillion

Jul 2, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of William Joseph Gremillion announce his passing on Monday, July 2, 2018, following an illness at the age of 76 yrs. A native of Springhill, Louisiana, Joe graduated from Springhill High School and then attended LSU where he earned his B.S. He was employed by Star Paper Tube as manager of the...

Nicholas William Colvin

Nicholas William Colvin

Jun 29, 2018

Nicholas William ColvinMobileNicholas William Colvin, age 24, a native of Jacksonville, Florida and a resident of Mobile, Alabama, passed away, Friday, June 29, 2018.Nicholas lived in many places, being a military brat. In 2009 he moved to Mobile with his Mother, Liz Colvin and his older sister Katie Colvin.Nick was a smart young man and loved his family. He was...

Freddie Wayne Myers

Freddie Wayne Myers

Jun 29, 2018

Freddie Wayne Myers, age 73, passed away peacefully at his home in Fairhope, Alabama, on Friday the 29th of June 2018, after succumbing to chronic idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Freddie is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Gloria Maura Myers; son, Craig Myers and two daughters, Melissa Kalisz (husband Scott) and Kristin Gothers (husband Matthew); grandchildren, Paige and Tyler...

Suzanne B. Brueggemann

Suzanne B. Brueggemann

Jun 29, 2018

  BRUEGGEMANN                                                                                                                                          DAPHNE Suzanne B. Brueggemann, age 90, a native of Birmingham and a resident of Daphne, passed away, Friday, June 29, 2018. She was a former member of St. Francis at the Point Church. Suzanne was a volunteer for numerous organizations, the Pink Ladies at Thomas Hospital, Baldwin County Humane Society, Meals on Wheels and many more. She was an...

Carolyn Brakefield

Carolyn Brakefield

Jun 28, 2018

Carolyn Jean Brakefield, age 80, a longtime resident of Fairhope, AL., passed away Thursday, June 28, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Brakefield. Carolyn is survived by her daughter, Terri Richardson (Larry) of Alexander City, AL; son Paul T. Brakefield (Michele) of Oneonta, AL; grandchildren: Christopher and Cody Richardson and Shelby Jean Brakefield; along with many...

Richard "Kemp" Meyer, Jr.

Richard "Kemp" Meyer, Jr.

Jun 27, 2018

A much-loved father, grandfather, friend and brother, Richard K Meyer Jr.”Kemp”, 73, of Fairhope, AL died Tuesday June 27, 2018, at his home of natural causes. Born April 5, 1945, in Peoria, Illinois to Richard K Meyer, Sr. and Alice Schriver Britton, he is survived by his mother; two sons, Richard K. III of Memphis, TN and Kerrick K. of...

Henry Charles Koehler

Henry Charles Koehler

Jun 25, 2018

KOEHLER FOLEY, ALABAMA Henry Charles Koehler, age 65 a resident of Foley, AL passed away Monday, June 25, 2018. Henry was a Veteran who served in Desert Storm, served in the military for over 30 years and retired as a 1st Sergeant. Preceded in death by his parents Charles and Evelyn Koehler, Jr. Survivors include his wife Deborah Ann Koehler...

Taylor Lane Wilson

Taylor Lane Wilson

Jun 19, 2018

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Taylor Wilson left this world and returned to the care of the Lord on June 19, 2018, while stationed at MCAS New River in Jacksonville, NC. He was 32. Taylor, who was born in Montgomery and graduated from Daphne High School in 2004, was beloved by everyone who knew him personally. He was a hugger,...

Eva Louise Andrews

Eva Louise Andrews

Jun 18, 2018

ANDREWS FOLEY, ALABAMA Eva L. Andrews, age 99, a native of England and a resident of Foley, AL., passed away, Monday, June 18, 2018. Preceded in death by her husbands, Rev. Malcolm Galbraith, Francis Andrews, and a son Paul Galbraith. Survivors include her sister, Vera Callaway of Foley, nieces; Andie Gable of Canada , Philomene Callaway of Foley, and Special...

Anthony Pizzotti, Jr.

Anthony Pizzotti, Jr.

Jun 15, 2018

PIZZOTTI, JR., Anthony FAIRHOPE, AL On June 15, 2018 we said goodbye to our loving son, brother, father, and husband. Anthony Ems Pizzotti Jr. (51), fought a brave fight against a long illness; now, he rests in peace in the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Anthony was born in Bay Minette, AL to Anthony and Mary Pizzotti...

Paul Hunter

Paul Hunter

Jun 11, 2018

Paul Hunter, age 73, a resident of Fairhope, AL., passed away Monday, June 11, 2018. He was the Assistant Chief of the Barnwell Volunteer Fire Department (Retired); a member of the VFW, Elks Lodge, and was retired Captain of Louisiana State Corrections. He was also a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving in Vietnam. Paul was preceded in death by...

Spencer Louis Butler, Sr.

Spencer Louis Butler, Sr.

Jun 10, 2018

Spencer Louis Butler, Sr., age 78, resident of Mobile, AL, passed away Sunday, June 10, 2018.   Mr. Butler was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph J. Butler Sr. and Josephine Grammar Butler; sister, Helen B. Henderson; brother, Joseph E. Butler Jr.   He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Melvina Johnson Butler of Mobile Al; sons, Spencer Louis...

Roy Thomas Kiefer

Roy Thomas Kiefer

Jun 6, 2018

KIEFER GULF SHORES, ALABAMA Roy Thomas Kiefer, age 87, a resident of Gulf Shores, AL passed away, Wednesday, June 6, 2018. Roy was an avid fisherman who loved to fish from the State Pier. Preceded in death by his wife, Bendene Kiefer. Survivors include his children; Robin Brown of Elberta, AL, Roy (Debbie) Kiefer of Boise, ID, two granddaughters, two...