Obituaries

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

Christopher David Brown

Christopher David Brown

Mar 16, 2012

AUSTIN, TX.    Christopher David Brown,age 44, a native of Daphne, AL, and a resident of Austin,TX passed from this life to be with the Lord on Friday, March 16, 2012. Chris was being treated at M.D. Anderson in Houston, TX. He is survived by his parents, Ron and Charlotte Brown of Daphne, AL; one sister, Andrea (Bryan) Brown Moore of...

Joseph D. Dusek

Joseph D. Dusek

Mar 14, 2012

GEORGIA   Joseph D. Dusek, age 63, a native of Alabama and resident of Alpharetta, GA, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2012. While his loss was sudden and unexpected, Joe’s life was full and precious to those who knew him. Born on February 21, 1949 in Pensacola, Fla., Joe spent his early years in Lillian, Ala., with his mother Julia Dusek...

Janice Marie Chastain

Janice Marie Chastain

Mar 13, 2012

FAIRHOPE, ALJanice Marie Chastain, age 80, a native of Mobile, AL and resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Tuesday, March 13, 2012.   She retired from South Central Bell with 33 years of service.  Ms. Chastain was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church, Baldwin Senior Travelers, a volunteer with Thomas Hospital Auxiliary, and enjoyed playing cards at the Nix...

Oscar Erwin Woerner

Oscar Erwin Woerner

Mar 12, 2012

ELBERTA, ALOscar Erwin Woerner, Age 86, a lifelong resident of Elberta passed away on Monday, March 12, 2012 at his residence.   His is survived by his wife, Lillie M. Woerner of Elberta, AL; three daughters, Karen (Danny) Smith of Foley, AL, Vicki Corporaal of Elberta, AL and Jan A. (Edward) Stephens of Middleburg, FL; three sons, Don (Diane) Woerner of...

Michael Antonio Wiggins

Michael Antonio Wiggins

Mar 12, 2012

FAIRHOPE, AL   On the evening of March 12, 2012, God moved Michael Antonio Wiggins from his earthly address to his Heavenly mansion not made by man's hands.    Michael Wiggins was born December 8, 1998 to the union of Denise and Terrance Wiggins of Mobile, AL.  Michael resided in Fairhope Alabama with his Foster Parents Pastor Lloyd and Co Pastor Lula...

Ralph "Bud" Mitchell, Jr.

Ralph "Bud" Mitchell, Jr.

Mar 11, 2012

FAIRHOPE, AL   Ralph “Bud” Mitchell, Jr., age 90, a native of Los Angeles , CA and a resident of Fairhope, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2012.   He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Hilda C. Mitchell of Fairhope, Son, Kurt Mitchell and his wife Linda of Redding, CA, Daughter, Kathy Mitchell of Garrett Park, MD, Granddaughter, Kaarin Mitchell...

Ethel Lynn Rowan Selman

Ethel Lynn Rowan Selman

Mar 11, 2012

DAPHNE Ethel Lynn Rowan Selman, age 80, a native of Collinsville, AL and a resident of Daphne, AL. passed away on Sunday, March 11, 2012. She was a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church of Fairhope. Ethel was preceded in death by her husband Dr. Frank Leonard Selman; daughter-in-law, Sherry Camden Selman and  her parents John Thomas and...

Louise Gordon Floyd

Louise Gordon Floyd

Mar 8, 2012

FAIRHOPE   Louise Gordon Floyd, age 87, a native of Commerce, TX and a resident of Fairhope, passed away Thursday, March 08, 2012.   Ms. Floyd was a devoted mother and grandmother who loved her family above all else.  She also was a member of the business community for over 50 years and was always a valued employee.   She is survived by...

Marie "Jinx" Bachtell

Marie "Jinx" Bachtell

Mar 8, 2012

FAIRHOPE , AL   Marie “Jinx” Bachtell, age 90, passed away Thursday, March 8, 2012, at Thomas Hospital .     Born in Mechanicville , NY , Marie had lived the past 36 years in Fairhope. First a teacher, she spent WW II as a Marine Flight Crew Chief.   After marrying her husband, the late Norris “Bake” D. Bachtell, Marie traveled the world...

George Steven Aber

George Steven Aber

Mar 7, 2012

ABER FOLEY, AL   George Steven Aber, age 19, native of Birmingham and a resident of Foley passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2012.   George will be remembered for his great love of music and being an incredible musician.   George was preceded in death by his grandfather, George B. Aber and aunt, Krissy Aber.   He is survived by his parents, Scott and...

Mattie Rose Baker

Mattie Rose Baker

Mar 5, 2012

SPANISH FORT Mattie Rose Baker, passed away on Monday, March 5, 2012 at Mobile Infirmary. She is survived by her parents, David and Rachel Baker of Spanish Fort; brother, Jake Baker of Hattiesburg, MS; sisters Charley Ann and Joey Elizabeth Baker of Spanish Fort; maternal grandparents, Doug and Sheryl Caspari of Acworth, GA.; paternal grandmother, Angele Baker of Daphne; two...

Linda Rebecca Lucas

Linda Rebecca Lucas

Mar 3, 2012

SUMMERDALE, AL Linda Rebecca Lucas, age 62, a native of Crestview, FL and a resident of Summerdale, AL, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2012. She is preceded in death by her father, Francis A. Lucas and her nephew, Kenny Lucas. Mrs. Lucas is survived by her mother, Wilma Lucas of Summerdale, AL, four brothers, Terry (Debbie) Lucas of Foley, AL,...

Beverly Anne Showalter

Beverly Anne Showalter

Mar 3, 2012

LILLIAN, AL Beverly Anne Showalter, age 74, passed away Saturday, March 3, 2012 in Lillian, Al. She was preceded in death by her parents, John M. and Sylvia Lech and only brother, Wesley Lech. Mrs. Showalter will be remembered as being generous, friendly, outgoing and fun. She lived life to the fullest.  Mrs. Showalter was an active member of many...

Barbara Sinclair Priester

Barbara Sinclair Priester

Feb 27, 2012

DAPHNE Barbara S. Priester, age 79, a native of Stonewall, MS. and a longtime resident of Daphne passed away Monday, February 27, 2012. She served as bookkeeper for the USS Battleship Alabama for many years.   Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and a friend to all. She was a devout Christian lady, whose spiritual gift was in serving others....

Myrtis Marie Farmer Thomas

Myrtis Marie Farmer Thomas

Feb 27, 2012

FAIRHOPE Myrtis Marie Farmer Thomas, age 97, a resident of Fairhope since 1949, left her earthly home to be with her Heavenly Father on Monday, February 27, 2012. She was born in Baskin, LA and married William Lloyd Thomas on January 10, 1933 in Scott County, MS. He preceded her in death as did her parents, sister and brother. Mrs....

Lucille Kelley Owen

Lucille Kelley Owen

Feb 25, 2012

FAIRHOPE , AL   Lucille Kelley Owen, age 94, a native of Rockford , AL and a resident of Fairhope , AL passed away, Saturday, February 25, 2012.   Mrs. Owen was a member of First Baptist Church of Fairhope, a volunteer at Thomas Hospital Auxiliary and a member of Rainbow-Glory Sunday School class.   She is preceded in death by her husband,...

Bobby Joe Simpson

Bobby Joe Simpson

Feb 22, 2012

ELBERTA, AL Bobby Joe Simpson, age 76, a resident of Elberta, AL, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2012. Born in Tell City, Indiana, Bob and Polly met while he was in the U.S. Army in Massachusetts and married in June 1958. They moved to and worked in Kalamazoo, Michigan until retiring to Elberta, AL in 1993.  Bob enjoyed fishing and...

Mary Eva Quinley Davis

Mary Eva Quinley Davis

Feb 19, 2012

FAIRHOPE Mary Eva Quinley Davis, age 98, a native of Bay Minette and a longtime resident of Fairhope, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2012. Eva was a member of the Apostolic Church of Lord Jesus Christ. She retired from Thomas Hospital, the Jordan Unit. Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her husband, S. J. Davis, Jr., son, Glenn Davis,...

Dawn Marie North

Dawn Marie North

Feb 19, 2012

FAIRHOPE Dawn Marie North, age 57, passed away unexpectedly early Sunday morning February19, 2012, at her home in Fairhope, Alabama.. Dawn graduated from Fairhope High School class of 1972, where she was a member of the Spanish Club and acted in the Senior Class play. She received a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism with a minor in Art from the University...

Annetta H. Parmar

Annetta H. Parmar

Feb 17, 2012

PARMAR FAIRHOPE, ALAnnetta H. Parmar, age 87, passed away Friday, February 17, 2012 in Fairhope. Mrs. Parmar was preceded in death by her husband, McAdoo Parmar. She is survived by two daughters, JoAnn (Roger) Campbell of Fairhope;  Nancy (Costa) Lubbat of Houston, TX;  a son, Robert Parmar of Fairhope;  two sisters, Ruby Moore and Iola Graham , both of Fairhope; ...