Obituaries
Obituaries in Fairhope, Daphne, Elberta, Foley, Gulf Shores, Lillian, and Surrounding Areas in Southern Alabama
Beverly June Mechan Thorley
Apr 25, 2025
Beverly J. Thorley, age 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, April 25th.
Beverly played the organ and accordion, showcasing her musical talents and appreciation for music. Her creativity extended to pottery work, where she likely explored various techniques to create beautiful pieces. She had a passion for baking, particularly pastries, suggesting she enjoyed both the art and enjoyment...
William Kenneth Sykes, II
Apr 24, 2025
Mr. William K “Kenny” Sykes II, age 66, died Thursday, April 24, 2025, at his home in Fairhope, AL. He was a native of Jackson, AL. His family lived in the Antioch Community, where they ran a convenience store for many years, until he moved to Orange Beach, AL, where he ran a construction business. He then spent many years...
Charles "Chuck" Schleich
Apr 23, 2025
Charles "Chuck" "CW" Schleich August 5, 1939 - April 23, 2025 "With trust in God and spirit strong"
It is with profound sorrow and hearts full of love that we share the peaceful passing of our beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, Charles "Chuck" Schleich. Charles left this world on April 23, 2025, at the age of 85, surrounded by comfort...
Ember K. Farmer
Apr 22, 2025
Ember K. Farmer, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, departed this earth on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
Ember was born on September 22, 1993, to the late Delaney Inez Farmer and Charles Ray Dixon.
She was a humble, sweet, and kind soul. Always a pretty smile no matter the situation. Ember will be greatly missed.
Ember leaves behind to cherish her beautiful memories: one...
John Steve Biggs
Apr 22, 2025
With hearts full of sadness, love, and respect, we share the peaceful transition of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, John Steve Biggs II, to his eternal home with Jesus. He fought a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer, but kept the faith and finished as a champion.
Steve was born to Mollie Reinhold and Lawrence F. Biggs on...
Clara Hilda Breckner Heilmeier
Apr 22, 2025
Clara Hilda Breckner Heilmeier, 98 years old, of Foley, Al. passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 surrounded by her five loving children.
Clara was born on February 14, 1927, a true Valentine to all who knew her. Clara was born to Ernest Otto Breckner and Hilda Rosa Daniel Breckner. She was preceded in death by her loving and devoted...
William Hugh Blackwood, III
Apr 21, 2025
William Hugh “Bill” Blackwood III, age 91, passed away peacefully at his home in Fairhope, Alabama, on April 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1933, Bill graduated from Georgia Tech before proudly serving his country in the United States Air Force. After his service, he went on to have a successful career as an industrial...
Bebe Quay Sanders Neal
Apr 21, 2025
Bebe Quay Sanders Neal, 95, passed away peacefully at her home on April 21, 2025. Born July 27, 1929 in Paden, Mississippi to Tom and Mae Sanders she lived a life filled with love, laughter, family, friends, school and church.
The family moved to Tuscumbia, Alabama during Bebe’s early teenage years where she later graduated from Deshler High School. After graduation...
Sandra "Sandy" Gayle Bach
Apr 20, 2025
Sandra Gayle Bach, 77, of Fairhope, AL, formerly of Indianapolis, IN, died of complications of Parkinson’s disease on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, with her dogs Gabby and Gordy, her daughter Tonya, her son-in-law Chris, and her husband at her bedside.
Sandy, as she was known, was born to Paul Roberts Jones and Molly Juanita (Bradshaw) Jones on June 17, 1947,...
Buford Randolph Strauser
Apr 20, 2025
Buford “Bud” Randolph Strauser, a resident of Theodore, Alabama, passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025, at the age of 79.
Mr. Strauser was preceded in death by his parents, Allie Randolph Strauser and Bonnie Marie Murphy Strauser; his brother, George Lee Strauser; his sister, Doris Faye Simms; his son, Terry Gene Strauser; his grandson, Steven Randolph Strauser and his grandson, Christopher...
Thomas William Brabston, Sr.
Apr 19, 2025
Thomas William Brabston, Sr, age 87, a resident of Gulf Shores and longtime resident of Ono Island, AL, died peacefully with his wife at his side listening to the Rosary, Saturday, April 19, 2025.
He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Mary Wilda Hirth Brabston; and his children, Lori Brabston of Foley, AL, Thomas W. Brabston, Jr. of...
Maureen Elizabeth Higgins
Apr 17, 2025
Maureen Elizabeth Higgins (Moe) passed away peacefully in South Baldwin Hospital Wednesday, April 17, 2025, after fighting a heroic 12-year battle against cancer. Born on April 1, 1954, in Lakewood, Ohio, she attended St. Luke Grade School and St. Joseph Academy before going off to college to the University of Alabama. After two years, Moe transferred to Auburn where she...
Dr. Curtis N. Harris
Apr 17, 2025
Dr. Curtis Harris, a renowned yet remarkably humble and quiet plastic surgeon, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at the age of 88.
Born in Idaho, Curtis’s gifted hands and keen eye transformed countless lives throughout his distinguished career. He approached his demanding profession with a quiet dedication, his skill speaking volumes where words were few....
Betty Ann Crosby Jackson
Apr 17, 2025
Betty Ann Crosby Jackson, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, went home to be with the Lord on April 17, 2025. She was born on November 3, 1943, to parents Howard Garrison Crosby and Jessie Mae Brashier Crosby in Bastrop, Louisiana.
She is survived by her children, Catherine Ann Crawford Palmer (David), James William Crawford, Jr., Jeffrey Crosby Jackson (Carrie); granddaughters Diane...
Charles "Sam" Samuel Williams
Apr 14, 2025
Charles Samuel “Sam” Williams, a resident of Silverhill, Alabama, passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at the age of 80.
He was born in Cullman, Alabama, to the late Robert and Carolyn Williams.
Sam is survived by his wife, Robin H. Williams of Silverhill; daughters, Leah Legrone of Foley, Alabama, Elizabeth Holy and Albritton Holy, both of Fairhope, Alabama; grandchildren, Tyler Pearson,...
Jack Earl Kinsler
Apr 13, 2025
Jack Earl Kinsler, 84, of Lillian, Alabama passed away on April 13, 2025. He was born on September 8 , 1940, to the late Jack C. and Margaret (Schefer) Kinsler. He worked as a salesman for STP and WD-40 companies before owning Jacole Sales and Marketing. He enjoyed flying and scuba diving. He retired in Lillian, Alabama.
He was preceded in...
Lawrence Leland Casebolt
Apr 13, 2025
Obituary-Lawrence Casebolt
Lawrence (Larry) Casebolt, father to John (Boston, MA), Retta (Atlanta, GA) and Ronnie (Cincinnati, OH), and husband to Mary Ann (deceased), passed away on April 13, 2025. His final moments were spent surrounded by loving family and close friends.
Larry was born and raised in Minford, OH, where he was surrounded by a large family consisting of eleven brothers...
Kathryn Elizabeth Parmer
Apr 12, 2025
Our beloved mother, Kathryn Elizabeth Parmer, a resident of Silverhill, Alabama, passed peacefully into eternal life on April 12th, 2025, at the age of 104.
She will be missed but lovingly remembered by her three children, Carlie Jane, Delana Kay, and Sheldon Gaines; her grandchildren; Sara Kathryn and Alexander Gaines, her sister June, numerous nieces and nephews, and a multitude of...
Jody Marie Ware Thomas
Apr 12, 2025
Jody Marie Thomas, a resident of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early morning hours of April 12, 2025, at the home of her parents in Gulf Shores, Alabama, with family at her bedside. She was born in Duluth, Minnesota, on April 8, 1964, to Milton and Brenda Ware.
She was preceded by her husband and love...
John Dame Sturdivant
Apr 11, 2025
JOHN DAME STURDIVANT
9/1/1946 – 4/11/2025
John Dame Sturdivant, AKA Guppy, a native of Mobile, AL and a resident of Daphne, AL for over 40 years, passed away April 11, 2025, at the age of 78 peacefully at home.
He was predeceased by his father, Robert Burkett Sturdivant, Sr., mother, Dorine Dame Sturdivant, brother, Robert Burkett Sturdivant, Jr. (Merry, also deceased) and dear...
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