Obituaries
Obituaries in Fairhope, Daphne, Elberta, Foley, Gulf Shores, Lillian, and Surrounding Areas in Southern Alabama
Catherine Reynolds Parker Pittman
Aug 19, 2025
Catherine Reynolds Parker Pittman passed away with grace and fortitude on August 19, 2025 surrounded by her children, family members, and faithful caregivers. “Rennie” was born on February 14, 1939, in Mobile, Alabama. She was the beloved daughter of Catherine Brabner Parker and Henry Prince Parker.
During the War, Rennie, her parents, sister Susan, and brother Jerry lived over the bay...
Marvin Jackson Newman
Aug 19, 2025
MARVIN JACKSON NEWMAN Gulf Shores, ALJanuary 23, 1954 - August 19, 2025
Dear Family and Friends,
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Marvin J. Newman, who went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Marvin passed away at Baptist Hospital in Pensacola at the age of 71.
Marvin was diagnosed with lung cancer last...
Sharon Jean Ware
Aug 19, 2025
Sharon Jean Ware, a resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at the age of 87.
She was born in 1937 in LaCrosse, Wisconsin to the late Irving and Florence Caulkins.
Sharon was a loving wife, mother, grandmother of 13, great grandmother of 17 and great-great grandmother of 1. She will be deeply missed by all of...
Brandon Presley Clark
Aug 18, 2025
Brandon Presley Clark
July 27, 2001 – August 18, 2025
Brandon Presley Clark, age 24, of Foley, Alabama, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025.
Born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Brandon was a beloved son to Lisa Clark and Mike Kizziah. He had a passion for speed and especially loved riding his motorcycle, which brought him joy, freedom, and happiness. Brandon was a wonderful...
Pamela Sue Halloran
Aug 17, 2025
Pamela Sue King Halloran, age 75, a resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Pam was an elementary school teacher with the Hingham, MA school system for 32 years. After retiring, Pam relocated to Foley, Alabama to enjoy the sunshine and beaches.
She loved spending time with her grandchildren, crafting, hosting holiday parties and playing tennis.
She is survived by...
John William (JW) Gray
Aug 17, 2025
John (J.W.) William Gray, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Sunday, August 17,2025, at the age of 84.
Mr. Gray (J.W.) was born in Robertsdale, Alabama and was a graduate of Robertsdale High School before serving our country in the United States Army. He was active combat in the Vietnam War. As a Private First Class E3 (of United States...
Patricia Haupt Ward
Aug 17, 2025
Patricia Haupt Ward, aka Patricia Ann Haupt, age 86, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
She was born in Foley and raised in Elberta, and she married her husband in 1957. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family.
Preceded in death by her parents Dorathy and Paul, her son...
Debra Fay Pollard Merritt
Aug 16, 2025
Debra Fay Pollard Merritt, age 71, of Bay Minette, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Thomas Hospital in Fairhope, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on June 17, 1954, Debra was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who devoted her life to caring for her family and community. Known for her warm heart and generous spirit, Debra found...
Frances Hill Hughes Rhodes
Aug 14, 2025
Frances Hill Rhodes, a resident of Foley, Alabama, was born on July 23, 1942 in Brantley, Alabama, and passed peacefully in her sleep on August 14, 2025. Frances' family and close friends fondly knew her as Fran, Momma, and Nana. She was a beloved teacher, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.
Frances grew up in Brantley, Alabama, and dedicated more than 40...
Gabriela Grace Gambino
Aug 14, 2025
Gabriela Grace Gambino, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family and friends on Thursday, August 14, 2025, .
While on this earth, Gabriela graced us with the most beautiful soul! She was adventurous, with a love for sunsets, mountain hikes, bird watching, and the water wherever her travels took her. She was so vibrant and...
Rita Ann Hays
Aug 13, 2025
Rita Ann Hays, a resident of Gulf Shores, AL, passed away on August 13, 2025 at 80 years old.
She was born in Topeka, KS in 1945 to Donald and Viola Ann Alexander, the first of her three siblings. Rita graduated valedictorian at Burden High School before attending Wichita Business College.
Rita was preceded in death by her parents Don and Ann...
Melba Lucia Lindsay
Aug 12, 2025
Melba Lucia Lindsay, a resident of Magnolia Springs Alabama, passed away Tuesday, August 12th, 2025, at the age of 79. She was born in Colombia, S.A. to the late Emilio and Maria Murillo.
She was a member of Saint Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church in Birmingham, and earlier, at Saint Sylvester Catholic Church in Navarre, FL. She was formerly employed at...
George Edward Anderson
Aug 11, 2025
George Edward Anderson, 85, of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025. Born on October 29, 1939, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, George was the oldest son of the late Otho Albert and Winnifred Anderson (Beasley).
He lived a life defined by faith, adventure, and a deep love for family and community. George began his career around 1960 as a...
George Cole Manders, Sr.
Aug 10, 2025
Capt. George Cole Manders Sr., 58, of Daphne, Alabama, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born to Peggy and George Manders, both of whom preceded him in death, he was a man whose presence filled every room he entered. Known for his sharp wit, generous heart, and immeasurable love for his family, he built a life...
Norman Smith
Aug 10, 2025
Norman Smith, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the age of 81. He was born in Jackson, Alabama to the late John and Mary Jane Smith.
Norman was a longtime member of New Era Baptist Church. He retired from Thomas Hospital and worked part-time at Wolfe-Bayview Funeral Home.
He was preceded in death by his parents,...
Karen Marie Davis
Aug 8, 2025
Karen Marie Davis, a resident of Silverhill, AL, passed away on Friday, August 8th, 2025, at the age of 59. She was born in Foley, AL to Bobby and Sandra Lavender, Sr.
Karen was a huge fan of the Alabama and New Orleans Saints football teams. She grew up in Baldwin County and became a devoted mother and grandmother. What she...
Clara M. Northcutt
Aug 8, 2025
Clara Helen Monahan Northcutt, age 78, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by loved ones, on Friday, August 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a remarkable woman whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of everyone she met and will be deeply missed.
Clara was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Crawford "Buddy" Northcutt; her...
Barbara Jean Gutierrez
Aug 6, 2025
Barbara Deans, 77, of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, following complications from heart surgery.
Born in Cororooke, Australia, Barbara was one of seven children of Robert and Florence Deans. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers Alan and Jim, and is survived by siblings Laurie (Joy) of Geelong, Bob of Melbourne, Graeme of Clifton...
Edwin "Eddie" Lawrence Adams
Aug 6, 2025
Edwin (Eddie) Lawrence Adams, age 32, passed away Wednesday, August 6th, 2025. Eddie was born and raised in Fairhope, AL.
Eddie was a sailor through and through, chasing his childhood dream and turning his passion into his life's work, racing sailboats around the world. He lived on his own terms, always with a smile that could light up a room. Whether...
Carol Maxine Laity
Aug 5, 2025
Carol M. Laity, a native of Longmont, Colorado and a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at the age of 77.
She graduated from Longmont High School with high honors. She attended Rocky Mount trade school for truck driver training and was an over-the-road for 12 years with Carretta Trucking.
She was a lifelong member of the VFW,...
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