Obituaries
Obituaries in Fairhope, Daphne, Elberta, Foley, Gulf Shores, Lillian, and Surrounding Areas in Southern Alabama
Helen Anne Bruner
Mar 25, 2026
Helen Anne Bruner beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother went home to be with her Lord on March 25th, 2026. She was born on May 20th, 1944, in Biloxi, Mississippi. In her final moments Anne was cradled by her loving husband of 65 years, Larry E. Bruner Sr. She was embraced by peace and freed from pain, a serene departure...
Jemilia Maxine Rotch
Mar 23, 2026
Jemilia Maxine Rotch, age 92, passed away on March 23, 2026 at her residence in Fairhope.
She was preceded in death by the love of her life her husband Thomson “Sambo” Rotch, her parents Lonnie C. Jordan and Hettie Jordan Hendrix and siblings Lonnie “Dickie” Jordan, Samuel “Buster” Hendrix, Olen Hendrix, Juanita Hendrix Averette, and Peggy Hendrix.
She is survived by...
Dorothy Finch Bertagnolli
Mar 23, 2026
Dorothy Finch Bertagnolli, age 91, native and resident of Spanish Fort, passed away Monday, March 23th, 2026.
Mrs. Bertagnolli was a longtime member of Christ the King Catholic Church and a founding member of Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos Catholic Church.
Mrs. Bertagnolli is preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert Bertagnolli; her sister Ann Finch, brothers James Finch and John Finch,...
Jimmie Van Valkenburgh
Mar 22, 2026
Jimmie Alice Bullock Van Valkenburgh, known affectionately to many as Jimmie, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026. She was born on July 31, 1946, grew up in Skinnerton, Alabama and graduated from Beatrice High School.
She was a proud graduate of Auburn University, where she earned her Master’s Degree in Education and met her husband, Joe. In their early years...
James John O'Brien
Mar 21, 2026
James John O’Brien of Daphne, Alabama, died peacefully on March 21, 2026 at the age of 91. Born in Carroll, Iowa, on September 14, 1934, to Francis and Helen O’Brien, Jim grew up in Lake City, Iowa, where he enjoyed football, basketball, track, hunting, and fishing. Jim attended college at Iowa State University and Mankato State University, and did graduate...
Patsy Epps Loughran
Mar 21, 2026
Patsy Epps Loughran, a Southern lady whose life was a tapestry woven with grace, dedication, and love, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026, in Fairhope, Alabama. Born on September 20, 1941, in Oxford, Mississippi, Patsy embraced life with warmth and style, leaving behind a legacy of a well-lived journey.
A proud graduate of Auburn University, Patsy's professional path reflected her...
Lottie Marie Furca Keleher
Mar 21, 2026
Lottie Marie (Furca) Keleher, age 87, of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at The Retreat Hospice by Saad in Mobile, Alabama.
Lottie (affectionately referred to as “Sister” by her siblings) was born on August 4, 1938, to Raymond and Lucille (Starkey) Furca. She grew up in Hammond, Louisiana, where she attended Southeastern Louisiana University.
Lottie and her...
Betty Ann Day Hanson
Mar 16, 2026
Betty Ann Day Hanson, age 94, of Fairhope Al, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026. Mrs. Hanson was a native of Delraida, AL and a resident of Fairhope, AL.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Bedford F. "Dick" Hanson, one infant daughter, brother Emory E. Day. Jr and parents Emory E. and Eutye H. Day. Mrs. Hanson was...
William Charles Baker
Mar 15, 2026
William Charles Baker, age 75, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home in Spanish Fort, Alabama, on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
Charlie was born on October 22, 1950, in Foley, Alabama, to the late William Charles Baker, Sr. and the late Marie Smith McQueen.
Charlie is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Debra Jones Baker and his son, Yancey...
Augustus Zacharias Markris
Mar 14, 2026
Augustus Zacharias Markris, lovingly known as Gus, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026. Born on July 11,1946. Gus lived a life of devotion and unyielding love for his family.
Gus was a proud veteran, he served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, Gus embraced the seas where he worked as a 1st...
Susan Bonin Hebert
Mar 14, 2026
Susan Bonin Hebert, aged 81, of Fairhope, Alabama, peacefully passed away on March 14, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and grace. Born in 1944 in Midland City, Alabama, Susan entered the world with a gentle spirit that touched the hearts of all who knew her. While admired for her outer beauty, it was her inner warmth and kindness...
Margie McMillin Beasley
Mar 13, 2026
Margie McMillin Beasley
October 6, 1931 – March 13. 2026
Margie McMillin Beasley, age 94, of Jonesville, Louisiana, went to her heavenly home on March 13, 2026. Margie spent her last days surrounded by her family, and it was the most beautiful way to leave this world. Margie was born on October 6, 1931, to Tolbert Roy McMillin and Hazel Terry McMillin....
Foster Kirkland
Mar 10, 2026
James “Foster” Kirkland, age 72, of Daphne, Alabama, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, at Thomas Hospital in Fairhope, Alabama, with his wife and daughter by his side.
Born July 1, 1953, in Dothan, Alabama, Foster was raised in Webb, Alabama and graduated from Ashford High School in 1971. From 1973 to 1977, he proudly served in the United States...
Julia M. Stabler
Mar 10, 2026
Mrs. Julia (Judy) M. Stabler, age 84, Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026, peacefully at her home with her children by her side.
She was born August 30, 1941, in Monroe County, Alabama, and lived in Fairhope for the last 54 years.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, George Thomas Stabler, her son, Matt Stabler,...
Michael Paul White
Mar 9, 2026
It is with sadness and reverence we announce the passing of Michael Paul White, lovingly known as Mike, who left this earthly realm on March 9, 2026. Born on December 8, 1942, in the District of Columbia, Mike's life was one woven intricately with threads of passion, commitment, and genuine kindness.
Mike's career was defined by his steadfast dedication to academic...
Wayne A Sargent
Mar 8, 2026
Wayne A. Sargent, born on September 28, 1944, in Buffalo, New York, peacefully passed away on March 8, 2026, in Foley, Alabama. A remarkable man whose life was marked by courage, intellect, and steadfast devotion, Wayne leaves behind a legacy that will be deeply cherished by all who knew him.
Raised in the heart of New York state, Wayne's early life...
Dana Michael Ruehle
Mar 7, 2026
Dana Michael Ruehle, 64, of Gulf Shores AL, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Born on February 20, 1962 in Athens, GA to the late Dr. John L. and Gail S. Ruehle.
Dana was a friendly, social man who knew no strangers. He loved to laugh, tell stories, entertain, pick on his friends and bring joy to others. Although one...
Steven Dewitt Joiner
Mar 6, 2026
Steven Dewitt Joiner, age 68, a resident of Lillian, Alabama, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026.
A private memorial will be held at a later time.
Mary Ellen Gibbons
Mar 5, 2026
Mary Ellen Gibbons passed away on March 5, 2026 in Fairhope, Alabama. Mary Ellen was born in Sioux City, Iowa on September 28, 1944 to Dominick Caldarulo and Marjorie Caldarulo. She was raised in Chicago, Illinois after a brief period in Fall City, Nebraska where her father operated a photography studio after service in the US Army Air Corps in...
Zachary "Zac" Andrew Openshaw
Mar 5, 2026
Zachary (Zac) Andrew Openshaw, age 39 of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away on March 5, 2026, after a long, courageous battle with addiction.
While we are heartbroken, we find peace knowing that Zac is no longer struggling with the disease that haunted his daily life. Zac was a bright, caring, and talented person who loved his family.
For years, Zac fought to overcome...
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