Obituaries

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

James Franklin Ross

James Franklin Ross

Oct 11, 2024

James Franklin "Jim" Ross, age 89 of Laramie Wyoming went to be with his Lord on Friday, October 11, 2024. Jim entered Heaven peacefully while at Seabrooke Point in Daphne, Alabama with friends and family nearby.

Jim was born in Columbus County, North Carolina on November 12, 1934. He graduated from Nakina High School in Nakina, North Carolina in 1953. He...

John "Jack" Lois Stevenson

John "Jack" Lois Stevenson

Oct 8, 2024

John Lois Stevenson, Jr. of Foley, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at the age of 84. 

 John, known to his family as “Big Jack,” was born on Christmas Day, 1939, in Mobile, Alabama.

 He attended University Military School (UMS) in Mobile, where he was president of the TKO fraternity and captain of the cheerleading team. Jack went on...

James "Jim" Crawford Woodley

James "Jim" Crawford Woodley

Oct 8, 2024

James Crawford Woodley, of Gulf Shores, AL, affectionately known as Jim, was born and raised in Tuscaloosa. He departed this life on October 8, 2024, at the age of 66 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. 

 Jim is survived by his...

James Leonard Pose Jr.

James Leonard Pose Jr.

Oct 8, 2024

James L. Pose Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother departed this life October 8, 2024, at his home in Point Clear. Jim is survived by his spouse Maire Zieman Pose, his son Jake Pose (Jill), and his daughters, Katie Pose Scoggins (Jamie) and daughters Mary Lillian and Amelia James, Jamie Pose Roe (Kevin) and sons Jack, Charlie, Paul and...

John Mark Moore

John Mark Moore

Oct 8, 2024

John Mark Moore, a lifelong resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at the age of 54. 

He is survived by his mother, Ruby Moore, daughters Haley Moore and Krystal Moore, brothers Charles T. Moore and his spouse Cindy Moore, Larry R. Moore, James H. Moore, and his sister Darlene Earhart, as well as numerous friends. 

Funeral services...

Charles Edward Thomas

Charles Edward Thomas

Oct 8, 2024

Charles Edward Thomas was born October 21, 1935, and passed away October 8, 2024. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Martha, of 62 years; his daughter, Rhonda Brantley; and his parents, Lola Thomas (Emmanuel) Zaphiris and Hubert Thomas. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Jennifer (Kelly) Drew; his son-in-law, Mike Brantley; his grandchildren: Shelley (Ryan)...

Barbara Jean Boller

Barbara Jean Boller

Oct 7, 2024

Barbara Jean Boller, a lifelong resident of Fairhope, Alabama, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 7, 2024.

Ms. Boller was an elementary school teacher for many years. She significantly influenced the lives of numerous students, not only in her classroom, but outside the classroom as well.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Senny and...

James Nolan Akins Jr.

James Nolan Akins Jr.

Oct 6, 2024

James Nolan Akins, Jr., a resident of Weeks Bay, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024, at the age of 70.

He was a graduate of Fairhope High School in 1972 and then went on to further his career at the University of Alabama in 1991. He worked at the Corp of Engineers and retired from the State Department.

James was preceded in...

Dorothy B. Tomlinson

Dorothy B. Tomlinson

Oct 5, 2024

Dorothy B. Tomlinson, a resident of Mobile, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the age of 84. She was born in Brewton, Alabama.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her sons, Jeffrey Scott Tomlinson and Brett Lamar Tomlinson.

She is survived by her brother-in-law, Jerry (Ernold) Tomlinson of Citronelle, Alabama.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday, October 15, 2024,...

Deborah M. Smith

Deborah M. Smith

Oct 5, 2024

Deborah M. Smith, a long-time resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the age of 81.

She was a loving mother, grandmother, and dear friend and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. She was a passionate Atlanta Braves fan.

Deborah is survived by her sons, Michael Mallory of Mobile, Charles “Chuck” Mallory of Spanish...

Terry Colvin Sears

Terry Colvin Sears

Oct 5, 2024

Terry Colvin “Bubba” Sears, a cherished luminary in the lives of many, left this world on October 5, 2024, peacefully at his home in Fairhope, Alabama. He leaves behind a magnificent legacy, woven through the hearts of those who knew him best. 

Terry was a devoted husband of over 44 years to his beloved wife, Georgia. Together, they crafted a life...

Douglas A. Bailey

Douglas A. Bailey

Oct 5, 2024

Douglas Andrew Bailey passed away on October 5th, 2024, with his loving children by his side. Doug was born on June 1st, 1967 in Fairhope, Alabama. He was a graduate of Fairhope High School, The University of South Alabama, and Auburn University. He was a lifelong resident of Daphne. 

Doug lived his life as a loving husband, father, brother, and son....

John Kent Trione

John Kent Trione

Oct 3, 2024

John Kent Trione, a resident of Elberta, Alabama, passed away suddenly on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at the age of 69.

John was born January 28, 1955, in Mobile, Alabama. John graduated from Fairhope High School, Class of 1973 and later went on to Anthem University where he graduated in 2017. 

Kent's dear wife of 49 years, Kathy Henry Trione, predeceased him...

Robert Lane Monk

Robert Lane Monk

Oct 2, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robert Lane Monk, known most fondly as Daddio, Poppy, and Midnight Cowboy. Lane, 74, passed peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at his home in Fairhope, Alabama, after a bravely fought battle against cancer. 

Son of the late Dorothy ‘Grace’ Meriwether King and the late Robert Clay...

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...