Obituaries

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

Donald Kirk Bouler

Donald Kirk Bouler

Oct 6, 2023

Donald “Don” Kirk Bouler, 90, beloved father, grandfather, brother and uncle passed away peacefully on Friday, October 6, 2023. Don was a Navy veteran and retired civil servant. He served during the Korean War on Kwajalien Island as a member of the Seabees. Growing up in Sweetwater, Alabama, Don was one of six siblings. Some of his favorite pastimes were...

Alvertia "Al" West

Alvertia "Al" West

Oct 5, 2023

Alvertia “Al” West, a longtime resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Thursday, October 5, 2023, at the age of 71. He worked at Radcliff Materials, Dravo, was co-owner of Blastech, and also co-owner of Fairhope Ready Mix, Inc. with Mike McNeil. Preceding him in death was his wife of 43 years, Tomi Myrick West; his parents, John I. and Syvelia...

Peter Donald Demers

Peter Donald Demers

Oct 5, 2023

Peter Donald Demers, age 74, of Gulf Shores, AL, passed away on October 5, 2023. Peter was born in Ogdensburg, NY. After finishing up a career of over 30 years with a phone company in Scotsdale, AZ, he retired and moved to Pine Top, AZ, and finally to Gulf Shores, AL. He loved to travel and go on vacations. He...

Annette McCreary

Annette McCreary

Oct 5, 2023

McCreary Daphne, Alabama Annette McCreary, age 79, a resident of Daphne, AL passed away, Thursday, October 5, 2023. Annette was a member of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, and the Alabama Education Association. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert McCreary. She is survived by her children; Terri L. Tolbert of Barnett Crossroads, AL, Tim Tolbert (Kelly...

Emory Bradley Arnette

Emory Bradley Arnette

Oct 4, 2023

Emory Bradley Arnette, a resident of Pensacola, FL, passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at the age of 89. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and retired from Scott Paper Company. He was the owner of Arnette Photography and also worked for Channel 10 News for a number of years. Emory was preceded in death by his son,...

Oliver George Mahrt

Oliver George Mahrt

Oct 4, 2023

George was born to his parents, Oliver G. Mahrt Sr. and Innamae Mahrt, on August 21, 1946, in Peoria, IL. George was previously married to Clara Mahrt. After separating, he met his wife, Sherilyn, at Alcoholics Anonymous and married her on February 14, 1992. George attended Richwoods High School and graduated in 1965. From there he went to trade school...

Kenneth Robin Barnes

Kenneth Robin Barnes

Oct 2, 2023

Kenneth “Robin” Barnes, age 59, a beloved father, brother, uncle, and loyal friend passed away Monday October 2, 2023. Robin moved to Satsuma, Alabama in 1990, and was born in Montgomery, Alabama where he grew up. Robin was a Veteran of The United States Army. He received many badges during his service and was most proud of his 82nd Airborne...

Phyllis Love

Phyllis Love

Oct 2, 2023

Phyllis Love December 14, 1946 ~ October 2, 2023 Phyllis lived a life of love, dedication, and service. Phyllis Smith was born in Raleigh, North Carolina. Her mother Agnes Smith was born on the family farm in Holly Springs, North Carolina. Her father Arthur Smith was a barber and the oldest of nine children. Phyllis cut tobacco as a child,...

William Haskle Winfield

William Haskle Winfield

Oct 2, 2023

WINFIELD DAPHNE, AL William Haskle Winfield, age 86, a resident of Daphne, AL, passed away Monday, October 2, 2023. Bill was one of nine siblings. He served in the Air Force from 1956 until 1960. After leaving the military he moved to Sacramento California where he married Judy and they celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in July. They relocated to...

Elizabeth "Bettye" Grupe

Elizabeth "Bettye" Grupe

Oct 2, 2023

Elizabeth (“Bettye”) Little Grupe, 91, passed away peacefully at home in Lillian, Alabama on Monday, October 2, 2023. Born Elizabeth Marie Little on October 27, 1931, in Jefferson County, AL, she was the second child of Benjamin and Viola Little. Growing up, she lived on a farm around Jackson, MS, which she wanted to get away from. She did all...

Andrew Huxley Robinson

Andrew Huxley Robinson

Oct 1, 2023

Andrew Huxley Robinson, of Fairhope AL (born July 28th, 2011) The Incredible Hux was a young man of many hats. An adventurer, an aspiring paleontologist, a giver, a burger enthusiast, a collector of found treasures, a lover of animals, a master ninja warrior, and above all else, a loving, affectionate, humorous and compassionate brother & son. His favorite things to...

Leslie Skinner

Leslie Skinner

Sep 30, 2023

Les "Boogie" Skinner, a particularly outgoing and funny man, who loved the state of Texas and Longhorn football, passed away on September 30, 2023 at age 78. He was a resident of Daphne, AL and Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Boogie was born in Canton, TX and grew up in Greenville, TX. In 1964, Boogie took a semester off from college...

Glen Quinley

Glen Quinley

Sep 30, 2023

Jasper “Glen” Quinley, age 74, a native and lifelong resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his sons, Michael Odom (Cathy), Justin Quinley (Lori) and Reed Quinley (Autumn); daughters, Connie Leavins and Kimberly Hollan; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; many other loving relatives and friends. A celebration of...

Thomas Elliott Rankin

Thomas Elliott Rankin

Sep 30, 2023

Our Beloved Thomas Elliott Rankin, 33 passed away unexpectedly at home in Orange Beach September 30, 2023. We are heartbroken with our loss, but know he is in his Heavenly Home now and we will all be together again one day. His fun loving personality, heart of gold, and generous love for family and friends will be forever remembered and...

Dr. Mark Lueg

Dr. Mark Lueg

Sep 29, 2023

Dr. Mark Christian Lueg, a native of Natchitoches, LA and a longtime resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Friday, September 29, 2023, at the age of 80. He was an Endocrinologist and practiced in New Orleans and the North Shore area. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Missy Lueg of Fairhope; daughter, Lisa Rodenkirch (Tommy) of Covington,...

Susan Sisson Booker

Susan Sisson Booker

Sep 27, 2023

Susan Sisson Booker, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama died on September 27, 2023, surrounded by her pets and friends. She was 91. Born May 21, 1932 in Grant Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Robert M. Sisson, a prominent attorney in Marion County Indiana. Susan was an excellent student having graduated with honors from Marion High School and...

Casey Gray

Casey Gray

Sep 26, 2023

Casey Matthew Gray, a lifelong resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at the age of 22. Casey was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Dennis and Hariett Gray and aunt, Heather Gray. He is survived by his father, Jamie Gray (Michele); mother, Melissa McKleroy (Mark); sister, Angela Brandt; brother, Michael Mathis; maternal grandparents, Michael and...

Kathleen Marie Jones

Kathleen Marie Jones

Sep 26, 2023

Kathleen Marie Jones, age 75, a resident of Loxley, AL, and formerly of Hoopeston, IL, passed away September 26, 2023. She loved to travel, go shopping, play word games, and spend time with her grandchildren. Kathleen was preceded in death by grandchildren, Kendric Davis and Joseph Hoopingarner; great grandson, Aidan Bletscher; stepson, Christopher Sheets; sisters, Neda, Linda, and Nona; and...

Sharon Anita Davis

Sharon Anita Davis

Sep 24, 2023

Sharon Anita Davis, a resident of Coldwater, MS, passed away on September 24, 2023, in Fairhope, AL, at the age of 72. Sharon was preceded in death by her husband Don Davis, mother Bonita Porter, father Guy Freeman and brothers David and Nathan Freeman. She is survived by her children, Karen Sharpe (Mark), Denita McKee (Mike), Cynthia Lewis (Paul) of...

Dara Richards

Dara Richards

Sep 24, 2023

Dara Richards, Age 73, a native of Bessemer, AL., and a resident of Orange Beach, AL., passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at a local hospital. Dara was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, retired school teacher and a member of Gulf Shores Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by a sister, Dana Goodwin and her parents, Thomas and...