Obituaries
Obituaries in Fairhope, Daphne, Elberta, Foley, Gulf Shores, Lillian, and Surrounding Areas in Southern Alabama
Christina Pizzotti Carnley
May 7, 2024
Christina Pizzotti Carnley, a lifelong resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at the age of 44.
She was an avid Auburn fan, a loving mother and wife. She was constant supporter of her son’s sporting, school and church activities.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Anthony Pizzotti.
Christina is survived by her husband, Kevin Carnley, son, Kamden...
Wilma Fay Votta
May 7, 2024
Wilma Fay Votta, born Wilma Fay Snow on December 22, 1938, in Knoxville, Tennessee, peacefully passed away on May 7, 2024, in Foley, Alabama. Wilma was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who touched the lives of many with her kindness and warmth. She was known for her passion for cooking delicious meals, tending to her vibrant garden, and cherishing...
Elizabeth East Newman
May 4, 2024
On Saturday, May 4, 2024, Elizabeth “Anne” East Newman went to heaven. She was a great mother and friend to all she touched and will be greatly missed.
Anne retired from the Fairhope Police Department where she always enjoyed “telling the officers where to go!” She was a great patriot being involved with the American Legion, VFW, and the Elks Lodge...
Victor Koehn
May 3, 2024
Victor Koehn, age 90, beloved husband and father, passed away May 3, 2024. Victor was born November 24, 1933, in Marion, South Dakota. He attended Grace Bible College in Omaha, Nebraska for three years, earning a diploma in Missions. He served in the United States Army from 1954 to 1956. He married Eloise Senner in June 1956 and...
Earl Daryl Brown
May 3, 2024
At 12:00 am on May 03, 2024, Earl Daryl Brown passed away at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center in Foley, AL, at 70 years of age. Father of three biological children, "Pops" had an open heart and open home policy. He was the kind of man to help anyone in need. He was kind, sweet, and funny. You could regularly...
Maria Lea Heppner
May 1, 2024
Maria Lea Heppner, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at the age of 47.
She was a student at Georgia State and loved to read.
Maria was preceded in death by her father, Lee Heppner.
She is survived by her mother, Freda Heppner of Fairhope; son, Xavier Alan Heppner (Mia Gibertini) of Daphne, Alabama; other relatives and friends.
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Gloria Underwood Anthony
Apr 29, 2024
Gloria Underwood Anthony passed away peacefully in the early hours of April 29, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Gloria was born in LaGrange, Georgia on July 21, 1939, and was raised in Fairhope, Alabama, where she lived most of her life. She was preceded in death by her parents, Benjamin and Mildred Underwood, her son, Michael Benjamin Anthony, her husband,...
Marilyn Anita Turner
Apr 29, 2024
Marilyn Anita Turner, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Friday, April 26, 2024, at the age of 73, surrounded by her loving family.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Albert L. Rawls, Sr. and Esther L. Rawls; husband, Paul “Peachie” Turner; brother, Al Rawls, Jr; and sister, Esther Annette Dixon.
Marilyn is survived by her daughter, Jerri...
Cathy Collins
Apr 28, 2024
Cathy Collins, a beloved member of the Magnolia Springs community, passed away on April 28, 2024, in Foley, Alabama. She was known for her dedication to her career at Woerner Turf.Born in Foley, Alabama, Cathy was a proud graduate of Foley High School. Her passion for hosting and cooking for family gatherings brought joy to all who knew her. Cathy's...
Joyce Roy James
Apr 28, 2024
Joyce James, a longtime resident of Foley, Alabama, passed peacefully on April 28, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Clifford E James; her father, Russell B Roy; stepfather, George B Germany; mother, Verna Ann Germany; sister, Patricia Ann Lyman; and granddaughter, Stephanie Fluet.
Joyce is survived by her sons, Steve James, Michael James (Suzie), and George...
Nancy M. Frederick
Apr 27, 2024
Nancy Carolyn McDonald Frederick
Nancy M. Frederick’s faith became sight on April 27, 2024, from her home in Fairhope, Alabama, with
her daughter by her side. She formerly lived many years in Flowood, Mississippi, before retiring to the
quaint coastal town of Fairhope on Mobile Bay’s eastern shore. She enjoyed neighbors who were like
family, a beautiful town filled with friendly faces, gorgeous seasonal...
Robert H Harrison
Apr 26, 2024
HARRISON
FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA
Robert H. Harrison (Bob), age 77, a resident of Fairhope, AL, formally of Muscle Shoals, AL, passed away Friday, April 26, 2024.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce M. Harrison of Fairhope, AL; daughter, Kate (Brandon) Smith of Decatur, AL; son, Pace M. (Ashley) Harrison of Summerdale, AL; two grandchildren, Chambless Smith and Ashton Gean; brother, George W. (Liz)...
Jimmie Edwin Rogers
Apr 25, 2024
ROGERS
SILVERHILL, ALABAMA
Jim Edwin Rogers, age 71 of Silverhill, AL, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024 surrounded by his family and his significant other Nancy Kooyenga.
Jim served his community through his church, Greenwood Community Covenant Church.
Jim is preceded in death by his parents Buck and Marcheta Rogers.
He is survived by his three sons, John Rogers, Joshua Rogers and Hurdis Rogers;...
Madeline Parker Avinger
Apr 25, 2024
Madeline Parker Avinger, a current resident of Daphne, Alabama, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024, from complications caused by Lewy Body Dementia. She was born May 31, 1946, in Mobile, Alabama.
Madeline attended St. Catherine’s Grammar School and graduated from Convent of Mercy, class 1964. After graduating from High School, Madeline pursued a career that followed her passion for teaching the...
Giles Burton Tomlin
Apr 24, 2024
Giles Burton Tomlin, age 87 of Spanish Fort, Alabama passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Giles was a member of Bible Baptist Church as well as The Masonic Lodge in Spanish Fort for many years.
Giles retired from International Paper Company where he was a loyal and dedicated employee for 44 years. After his retirement, he got to live...
Bobby Gene Graham
Apr 23, 2024
USAF Major (retired) Bobby Gene Graham, a native of Dos Palos, CA and longtime resident of Foley, AL died Tuesday, April 23, 2024 following a multi-year dementia struggle.
Burial with military honors will take place at Pine Rest Cemetery, Foley on Tuesday, April 30 at 3pm. Family will receive guests from 1:30-2:30pm at Wolfe-Bayview Funeral Home, 2551 Hwy 59, Foley, AL.
Bob...
Ricky Joe "R.J." Rumfelt
Apr 23, 2024
Mr. Ricky Joe Rumfelt a resident of Gulf Shores, AL, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at the age of 71.
He was an avid guitar player and an avid Atlanta Braves fan, Carolina Tarheel fan, and musician. Ricky was in the Army over five years. He loved singing and was a loving father and grandfather.
Ricky was preceded in death by...
Joseph "Joe Matt" Matthew Dumas
Apr 23, 2024
Joseph Matthew, “Joe Matt” Dumas, a resident of Loxley, AL, passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2024, at the age of 69.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Willis Dumas, Sr and Alice Patricia Dumas.
Joe Matt is survived by his brothers, Lee Dumas and Daniel Dumas; other relatives and friends.
Private services for the family will be held at a later...
Richard Carl Hoffman
Apr 21, 2024
HOFFMAN
ELBERTA, AL
Richard Carl Hoffman, Jr. of Elberta, AL was born on October 6, 1940, to Richard, Sr. and Erma Hoffman. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 21, 2024, at the age of 83.
Living his entire life in the Miflin community, he was a Foley High School graduate (class of 1960). Richard served six years with the...
Hugh "Hugo" Lee Johnston
Apr 21, 2024
Mr. Hugh Lee “Hugo” Johnston, a resident of Lillian, AL, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024, at the age of 83.
He loved visiting with friends and neighbors and taking care of his home and yard.
Hugo is survived by his loving wife Rachael Price Johnston of Lillian, AL. of 45 years; his stepdaughter, Karen (Troy) Gresham of Valley, AL; stepson, Jerry...
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