Obituaries

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

Norma Ruth Rininger

Norma Ruth Rininger

Jan 31, 2014

RININGER FOLEY, AL Norma Ruth Rininger, age 83, native of Cleveland, OH and resident of Foley, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family after a brief illness on Friday, January 31, 2014. Norma was a member of the Swift Presbyterian Church, Foley Lions Club, Friends of the Library, South Baldwin C.O.C. and the YMCA. She was a former...

Julian "Hulio" DeLaGarza

Julian "Hulio" DeLaGarza

Jan 29, 2014

SUMMERDALE, AL. Julian “Hulio” DeLaGarza, Age 54, born in Marlow, AL and a resident of Summerdale, AL, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at a local hospital. He is survived by three daughters, Theresa Martin of Silverhill, AL, Melinda DeLaGarza of Fairhope, AL and Sandy DeLaGarza of Foley, AL; three sons, Joseph DeLaGarza of Foley, AL, Mickey DeLaGarza of...

William Jesse Isbell

William Jesse Isbell

Jan 28, 2014

FAIRHOPE, AL William Jesse Isbell, age 87, a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2014. He was a WWII Veteran in the U.S. Navy and served on the Batfish Submarine and looked forward to the Batfish Vets reunion in Oklahoma. William is preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Florence Isbell, and his loving sister,...

Kevin Franklin Jones

Kevin Franklin Jones

Jan 28, 2014

SPANISH FORT Kevin Franklin Jones, age 52, a resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2014 surrounded by his family and friends. Kevin was born in San Diego, California on June 9, 1961 to Dr. Franklin and Patricia Jones. He was employed by Algae Systems Inc. and his passion for the environment and knowledge was immeasurable.  He...

Mary Ida Stowe Shannon

Mary Ida Stowe Shannon

Jan 28, 2014

FOLEY, AL. Mary Ida Henderson Stowe Shannon of Foley, AL, formerly of Plainview, TX, departed this earth on January 28, 2014 at the age of 96. She was born on March 10, 1917 to John Henry Henderson and Ora Leigh Harris Henderson in Roscoe, TX. She was one of nine children. Ida is survived by two sons, James Henry Stowe...

Charles Kelly Meiklejohn

Charles Kelly Meiklejohn

Jan 28, 2014

MIEKLEJOHN GULF SHORES, AL Charles Kelly Meiklejohn, age 57, a resident of Gulf Shores passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2014. Charles was a lover of the water and the beach, avid surfer and loved to boat and fish. His favorite musicians were Jimmy Buffett and Jack Johnson. He was a loving father and friend to everyone. Survivors include his daughter,...

Victoria Windham Sandlin

Victoria Windham Sandlin

Jan 26, 2014

Victoria Windham Sandlin, Age 90, a former resident of Saraland and Fairhope, AL currently residing in Mobile, AL, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2014 at a local hospital. She is survived by her husband Daniel F. Sandlin of Mobile, AL; one daughter, Karen Sypsa of Mobile, AL; three sons, Conrad Windham of Way Cross, GA; Ron Windham of Fairhope,...

Arnold Ralph Clopton

Arnold Ralph Clopton

Jan 22, 2014

CLOPTON SUMMERDALE, AL Arnold Ralph Clopton, age 75, a resident of Summerdale, AL passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2014. Survivors include his wife of 53 years Wavolene Miller Clopton of Summerdale, AL , daughter; Tonya Clopton Hinton of Foley, AL, son; Justin Clopton (Melanie) of Foley, AL, grandchildren; Hannah and Haley Hinton, Cody Price , Jessica, Austin , Chelsea and...

Bobby Jackson Zyriek

Bobby Jackson Zyriek

Jan 22, 2014

Bobby Jackson Zyriek, of Spanish Fort, AL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 22, 2014. He was   79 years old.  Bobby was born in the town of Summerdale, AL on March 27, 1934.  The third of six children of Frank and Hazel Zyriek, he grew up on a farm, and attended Fairhope High School, where he played tight end on...

Agnes Jones

Agnes Jones

Jan 22, 2014

FAIRHOPE, AL. Agnes Rezner Jones, Age 87, a lifelong resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away on the 22nd day of January, 2014 at her residence. She drove a school bus for Christ The King School for 18 years. She is preceded in death by her husband, Glenn W. Jones. Survivors include one daughter, Lottie (Donnie) Barrett; two sons, David Glenn...

Claudia Adam

Claudia Adam

Jan 22, 2014

Claudia Dudenhefer Adam, age 66, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 22, 2014, at her home in Elberta, Alabama. A native of New Orleans, Louisiana, she lived in Elberta for 19 years.   Claudia was a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt and grandmother (Getzy). Her love for God, her family, and dedication to educating children as a teacher and principal will...

Robert Clarence Urbanek

Robert Clarence Urbanek

Jan 22, 2014

Robert Clarence Urbanek, age 90, a native of Milwaukee, WI and a longtime resident of Fairhope, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2014. Robert was a veteran of the U. S. Navy and the U. S. Air Force Reserves.  He was a C-5A Quality Control Inspector at Brookley Field and at Lockheed-Martin in Marietta, GA.  He retired in 1979. Mr. Urbanek...

Helen Eicher Underwood

Helen Eicher Underwood

Jan 21, 2014

UNDERWOOD MAGNOLIA SPRINGS, AL Helen Eicher Underwood, age 92, a resident of Magnolia Springs, AL since 1942 passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2014. Helen was born in Ithaca, Michigan on March 21, 1921. Her family moved to Alabama when she was 12 years old. Mrs. Underwood was an avid reader, talented artist and a wonderful cook. During raising of her...

Grady Lewis Blackwell

Grady Lewis Blackwell

Jan 20, 2014

FAIRHOPE  Grady Lewis Blackwell, age 78, a native of Duffee, MS. and a resident of Fairhope passed away, Monday, January 20, 2014. He served in the US Army, was a member of the First Baptist Church of Fairhope, a member of the Gear Jammers Antique Car Club; an Alabama State Constable and he retired from the Alabama Army National Guard. ...

David Delanor Bishop, Sr.

David Delanor Bishop, Sr.

Jan 20, 2014

David Delanor Bishop, Sr., age 79, a resident of Point Clear, AL, passed away Monday, January 20, 2014 at his residence surrounded by his loved ones. David was preceded in death by his parents, Aaron and Ruby Bishop; brothers, William Clifford Bishop and James Albert Bishop; children, Debra Faye Bishop and Barry John Bishop; and grandchildren, Shana Colleen, Tessa Faith,...

James Kirk

James Kirk

Jan 20, 2014

James B. Kirk a resident of Daphne, AL passed away Monday, January 20, 2014.The family will receive friends, Wednesday, January 22, 2014 from 5:00 until 7:00 PM at Wolfe-Bayview Funeral Home in Fairhope, AL.Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 23, 2014 at 10:00 AM at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Fairhope.Interment to follow in Memory Gardens of Fairhope.

Shelton Edward Walker

Shelton Edward Walker

Jan 19, 2014

DAPHNE  Shelton Edward Walker, age 72, a native of Bremen, GA. and a resident of Daphne passed away, Sunday, January 19, 2014.  He proudly served his country in the US Air Force, retiring as a Master Sergeant and was a member of the Spanish Fort Presbyterian Church.  Shelton was preceded in death by his father William Russell Walker; his Mom...

Bobby Lee Ming

Bobby Lee Ming

Jan 18, 2014

MING FAIRHOPE, AL Bobby Earl Ming, age 56, a native of Brooksville, MS and a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Saturday, January 18th, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Hilda Ming of Fairhope; children, Bobby Shannon Ming (Shannon) of Pensacola, FL, Stephanie Michelle Ming of Atlanta, GA; grandchildren, Breona & Logan; brothers, Dennis Ming (Mary)...

John Hinds GENSEMER

John Hinds GENSEMER

Jan 18, 2014

DAPHNE, AL.John Hinds Gensemer, Age 72, born in Bloomsburg,PA, and a resident of Daphne, AL, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2014 at a local hospital.He was a member of Daphne United Methodist Church.Mr. Gensemer is preceded in death by his parents, John and Dorothy Gensemer and a brother, Frank Gensemer.Survivors include his wife, Elaine Gensemer of Daphne, AL; two...

Tracy Weatherwax

Tracy Weatherwax

Jan 17, 2014

FAIRHOPE, AL Tracy Nicole Weatherwax, age 33, born in Burlington, Iowa, and a resident of Fairhope, AL passed away on Friday, January 17, 2014 at her home. She is survived by her mother, Lisa Weatherwax of Fairhope, AL; two sisters, Philis Hymel of Daphne, AL and Sarah Weatherwax of Loxley, AL; maternal grandparents, Nick and Pat Neville of Fairhope, AL;...