Obituaries

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

Young Charles Earle, Jr.

Young Charles Earle, Jr.

Sep 30, 2024

Young Charles Earle, Jr. (Charlie) passed away peacefully in his sleep Monday September 30, 2024. His mind was sharp, but his body just gave out. He was a born giver and generous to a fault. He was always the first to lend a helping hand and philanthropy was his speciality. He was always quick with a joke or an anecdote....

Joanne Foster

Joanne Foster

Sep 30, 2024

Joanne Foster, age 80, originally from New Hampshire, passed away on September 30, 2024, peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer. Joanne was the beloved wife of Brooks Foster, with whom she shared many years of memories and love. She leaves behind her cherished children: Louise and husband John Limoge, Susan Glover, Julie Chouinard, Steve Foster, Todd and wife Heather...

Arthur Frederick Lorge

Arthur Frederick Lorge

Sep 29, 2024

Arthur Frederick Lorge, affectionately known as Fred, was born on March 24, 1943, in Mobile, Alabama, and he departed this life on September 29, 2024, in Mobile, surrounded by the warmth of his loving family. He was a dedicated husband father, grandfather, and friend who enriched the lives of all who knew him.

Fred’s career spanned over 28 years with the...

Jean Clarkson

Jean Clarkson

Sep 28, 2024

Jean Clarkson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all she knew, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Born and raised in Bay Minette, AL, Jean spent the past 30 years as a resident of the Eastern Shore. Jean was a woman of many talents, always pursuing careers that demonstrated her unending compassion and love of people. She...

Lisa Diane (Scott) Byrne

Lisa Diane (Scott) Byrne

Sep 28, 2024

Lisa Diane (Scott) Byrne

 

Entered into Eternal rest Sep 28th 2024. After a 5 year battle with Lung Cancer. She was 59

years old.

Born July 9th 1965 in Mobile, AL. The second of 4 children of Asa C and

Faye (McDuffie) Scott. She moved to Duxbury Ma., after her sophomore year at Theodore High

School..

She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Kevin,...

Vincent Edward Murphy

Vincent Edward Murphy

Sep 26, 2024

Vincent Edward Murphy passed away Thursday, September 26, 2024, at the age of 85. A memorial mass will be held in his honor at noon on October 25, 2024, at Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos Catholic Church located at 31122 Highway 31 Spanish Fort, Alabama 36527.  There will be a private burial at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spanish Fort. 

Vin was...

LuJane Davies Hill

LuJane Davies Hill

Sep 26, 2024

LuJane Davies Hill, a longtime resident of Fairhope, Alabama, peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on Thursday, September 26, 2024. She celebrated her 90th birthday in June.

LuJane spent her career as a long time Registered Nurse and finished her career retiring from the ICU at Thomas Hospital in Fairhope. Her real passion in life was her Springer Spaniels who...

Robert David Alexander

Robert David Alexander

Sep 26, 2024

Robert David Alexander, known affectionately to his friends and family as David, was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and educator whose life touched countless individuals over his 82 years. David was born on February 4, 1942, to Charles W. Alexander and Olga Roma Stolf in Belize, British Honduras, Central America. He migrated to the United States when he was only...

Jacob Todd Cavins

Jacob Todd Cavins

Sep 23, 2024

Jacob Todd Cavins, age 24, a resident of Gulf Shores, AL, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024.

 Jacob is survived by his parents; his father, Todd (Amber) Cavins of Gulf Shores, AL, his mother, Shannon Foster of Johnson City, IL; his brother, Dylan Cavins of Johnson City, IL; paternal grandmother, Andrea Cavins of Carbondale, IL; his maternal grandmother Donna Skidmore...

Dennis Scully Boyle

Dennis Scully Boyle

Sep 23, 2024

Dennis Scully Boyle, a long-time resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the age of 80.

Dennis was the head wardrobe for Disney on Ice; and he and his wife were both professional ice skaters.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn Boyle and brother, Thomas Boyle.

Dennis is survived by his daughter, Lauren Boyle...

Henry C. "Buddy" Phipps, III

Henry C. "Buddy" Phipps, III

Sep 21, 2024

Henry “Buddy” C. Phipps, III, a longtime resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024, at the age of 79.

Buddy was a graduate of Fairhope High School and served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, who will all dearly cherish his memory. He will...

John Calvin Hyche

John Calvin Hyche

Sep 20, 2024

Mr. John Calvin Hyche passed away on September 20, 2024 at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center in Foley, AL. 

Mr. Hyche retired from the United States Postal Service in Birmingham, AL in the year of 2000, and also served honorably in the United States Navy, where he was a Vietnam War Veteran.

 Mr. Hyche is survived by his wife Glenda Reed Hyche;...

Woodward Waldo "Woody" Day III

Woodward Waldo "Woody" Day III

Sep 20, 2024

Woodward Waldo “Woody” Day III, age 92, a resident of Robertsdale, AL, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024.

Woody was a veteran of the Korean War. He loved getting together with his family. Woody also enjoyed traveling with his lovely wife in their motor home, their favorite spot was going to the Smokeys.

He is survived by his beautiful and loving...

Janet Ramsey Allen

Janet Ramsey Allen

Sep 19, 2024

Janet Ramsay Allen, 80, was born January 30, 1944, in Chattanooga, TN, and went home to be with her Lord on September 19, 2024, in Mobile, Alabama.

She was preceded in death by her parents: David Brownlie Ramsay, Jr. and Helen Sills Ramsay; brothers-in-law: Basil Royce Allen and Ravon Eugene Allen; and stepson, Eugene Allen.

She is survived by her husband, Billy...

Michael Conrad James

Michael Conrad James

Sep 19, 2024

Michael C James, a longtime resident of Foley, Alabama, passed peacefully, September 19, 2024.

Michael was preceded in death by his mother, Joyce James; father, Clifford E James; grandfather, George B Germany; grandmother, Verna Ann Germany; aunt, Patricia Ann Lyman; uncle, Bill Lyman; and niece, Stephanie Fluet.

Michael is survived by his wife of 43 years, Suzie James; son Chris James; granddaughters,...

Theresa Kathryn Wilmeth

Theresa Kathryn Wilmeth

Sep 18, 2024

Theresa Kathryn Wilmeth, age 86, born in Esmond, ND and a resident of Perdido Beach, AL, passed away September 18, 2024. Terry was a long time resident and volunteer with the local fire department in Perdido Beach, AL.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Jim.

She is survived by her 3 children, Toni (Mike) Epperly of Simpsonville,...

Carolyn Ann Zuniga

Carolyn Ann Zuniga

Sep 16, 2024

Carolyn Ann Zuniga, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Monday, September 16, 2024, at the age of 80.

She is survived by her daughters, Connie Belle Jannuzzi (Allan), Angela Marie LaPee and Julia Mennette Hale (Jim) and son, James Edward Higginbotham; eight grandchildren; six great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends.

A private family graveside service will be held at...

Bobby Wayne Jernigan

Bobby Wayne Jernigan

Sep 15, 2024

Bobby Wayne Jernigan a longtime resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2024, at the age of 78.

Bobby loved spending time with his family and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

Bobby is survived by his wife, Nancy Jernigan of Fairhope; daughters, Michelle Jackson (Joe)...

Moses Morrison, Jr.

Moses Morrison, Jr.

Sep 13, 2024

Born on February 3, 1939, in Fairhope, Alabama, Moses lived a life full of love, connection, and simple joys. He dedicated himself to a successful career as an insurance agent, always providing reliability and care to his clients. His dedication extended beyond his work—Moses served faithfully as an Elder of Twin Beech A.M.E. Zion Church, a role that reflected his...

William Forrest Garner

William Forrest Garner

Sep 12, 2024

William F Garner, 71, a resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024.

William was an avid Alabama Football fan. You could find him in his spare time out on the water doing what he loved, fishing. His most cherished moments were spent with his family.

William is survived by his wife of 53 years, Deborah Garner of Foley, AL;...