Obituaries

Jun 2, 2023

Virgil Lindsey, 83, of Robertsdale AL passed away peacefully with his family and his beloved and loyal dog Addie by his side, Friday, June 2, 2023.  Early that morning he had his final call here on earth and heaven gained a new responder that served the citizens of Huggers Landing, Oyster Bay Fire Department as Chief for 25 years.

Virgil...

Jun 2, 2023

Emerson “Ted” Hall, Jr., age 79, a resident of Lillian, Alabama, passed away Friday, June 2nd, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents, Emerson L. Hall, Sr. and Hazel Herrick Hall. Ted is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mary Estey Hall; sons, Lee E. (Margaret) Hall, Lyle I. (Christina) Hall, Lon E. (Kimberly) Hall; five grandchildren;...

Jun 2, 2023

CHAPPELL FOLEY, AL Cecil William Chappell, age 79, born and raised in Sylacauga, AL a resident of Foley, AL passed away Friday, June 2, 2023. Cecil retired from Winn Dixie with over 30 years of service as a butcher. He is survived by his two daughters; Christy L. Duke of Foley, Wendy (Terry) Looney of Groveland, FL; four grandchildren, Erika...

Jun 1, 2023

Ronald Ansel Anderson, a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Thursday, June 1, 2023. Ron was a wonderful and loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He was a Jehovah Witness and served Jehovah God faithfully all of his life. Among his many talents, he was a master wood worker, builder, artist, train collector, and mechanical engineer. He kept us all...

Jun 1, 2023

Jerret Loran Holmes, a resident of Daphne, AL, passed away at his home Thursday, June 1, 2023, at the age of 36. Jerret graduated in 2005 from Daphne High School. He attended Faulkner Community College and then went on to receive his bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Florida International University in Miami. He loved working outdoors with plants and...

Jun 1, 2023

Frances Adelle Trest Grubbs left this world on June 1, 2023, to be in a better place. She is survived by her husband, William Grubbs, and children Wade Grubbs, Laura, Grubbs Zgoda, and Eva Grubbs(deceased). Frances was born in Atmore, Alabama in 1937, the youngest of eight children. After the premature death of her mother, Frances moved to Loxley to...

May 30, 2023

May 27, 2023

Robert W. Starr was born in Orlando, Florida, 5/25/1927, he died 5/27/2023 in Fairhope, AL. Bob joined the United States Navy after Pearl Harbor attack, and the permission of his parents at the age of 17. After returning from war and some college, he worked for the FBI for a few years and then Merchant Marines for a few more...

May 26, 2023

John Thomas Randle, a native of Dallas, TX and a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Friday, May 26, 2023, at the age of 55. John attended Duke University where he played football and was a member of SAE fraternity. He then transferred to the University of Alabama where he was a marketing intern in the Athletic Department. After graduating,...

May 23, 2023

Matthew Preston Lawrence, age 25, a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away at home in his sleep, Tuesday, May 23, 2023. Since the age of 6, Matthew was part of Troop 47 and then became Eagle Scout at the age of 17. He was outgoing and a new father. Matthew lived in Fairhope all of his young life. He leaves...

May 23, 2023

Robert Campbell McKibbon, Sr. “Bob”, age 82, of Fairhope, AL, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023. Bob was educated at Marion Military Institute and Auburn University after which he returned home to Fairhope to work in family owned businesses including Woodhaven Dairy and Baldwin Wholesale Florist. He was a longtime member of the Elks Lodge in Fairhope, and was an...

May 22, 2023

GIBBS DAPHNE, AL Valerie Sturtevant Gibbs, age 77, a resident of Daphne, AL passed away, May 22, 2023 . Valerie worked as an LPN for 33years and volunteered with American Red Cross. Preceded in death by her parents; Richard and Muriel Sturtevant. She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Jeffrey A. Gibbs of Daphne, AL; children, Christopher (Elizabeth)...

May 21, 2023

Dr. Texel D. Johnson passed away from this life on Sunday May 21, 2023. He was born in Opp, Alabama to Dewie and Edna Johnson on September 15, 1953. Dr. Johnson graduated from Opp Highschool where he was awarded the Gorgas Science Scholarship to the University of Alabama where he graduated cum laude. He was accepted into the University of...

May 20, 2023

Herbert Vaughn Underwood, age 92, a resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away May 20th, 2023.

Herbert was born August 21st, 1930, in Summerdale, Alabama. He attended Foley High School and graduated in 1949. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War and worked at Monsanto for 29 years.

Herbert was preceded in death by parents, Louis Vaughn...

May 18, 2023

John W. Brazzel, age 93, a resident of Loxley, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2023.

 

He was a very loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.  John was an avid Christian and loved his family dearly and enjoyed fishing.

 

He was preceded in death by his wife Ollie Bernadine “Dean” Brazzel; daughter, Linda Glover; grandson, Buggar Glover and 4...

May 16, 2023

THOMAS DAPHNE, AL Maximus Robert Thomas, age 5, a resident of Daphne, AL, passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2023. He is survived by; his parents, Danielle and Kirk Thomas of Daphne; brother, Jax Thomas, and sister, Scarlett Thomas; maternal grandparent, Tammy St. George of Daphne; paternal grandparents, Kirk and Lisa Thomas of Rochester, MN; maternal great grandparents, Roger and Patricia...

May 16, 2023

John Butler Wright, age 75, of Daphne, AL passed away, Tuesday, May 16th, 2023. John was born in Vicksburg, MS. He worked for many years as an accountant. John is preceded in death by his parents, Fielding L. Wright, Jr. and Carroll Cobb Wright, and is survived by many loving friends and relatives. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday,...

May 14, 2023

Erik Tobias Weiss, age 66, a resident of Daphne, AL passed away Sunday, May 14, 2023. He is survived by his wife LaDonna Weiss of Daphne, AL; children, Jason (Heather) Mathison, Stephany (Brennan) Vice, Lisa Galeazzi (Chad Mead), Candy Burgle, Crystal (Terry) Kohart, Anita (Jeremy), Pifer; brother, John Weiss; sister, Heidi Aldridge Weiss; Thirteen grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren , and...

May 14, 2023

Lt. Col. Ronald W. Duncan passed away Sunday, May 14, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. This obituary is slightly biased as it is written by his adoring daughter. Ronnie, as known by his friends and allies, was born on 08 June 1951 in Alexander City, AL to Donald and “Irene” (neé Denny) and was big brother, a role he...

May 14, 2023

Donna Marie Ferrell, age 57, a resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away suddenly on May 14th, 2023, leaving behind her beacon of light and love for all who knew her. She was a gentle soul and will be greatly missed. Her departed grandmother, Margaret Marie Squires, and aunt, Carol Anne Banks, will welcome her to heaven. Donna is survived by...