Obituaries

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

Ethel Lee Smith

Ethel Lee Smith

Jan 24, 2024

Smith, Ethel Lee LaBorde

Ethel Lee LaBorde Smith died on Wednesday January 24, 2024, in Daphne, AL. She was 85.

Born in Marksville, LA; she was raised in Baton Rouge, LA and was a resident of the Prairieville/Gonzales LA area for over 50 years. Ethel moved to Daphne, AL in 2007 after the death of her beloved spouse, Oran A. Smith, Sr.

Ethel retired from the...

Charles Edward Davis, Sr.

Charles Edward Davis, Sr.

Jan 24, 2024

DAVIS

FOLEY, AL

 "Charlie" Charles Edward Davis, Sr. Age 86 Passed Away peacefully on Wednesday, January 24, 2024. In 1958 Charlie met the love of his life, Miriam Evelyn Lane, while stationed in Massachusetts with the United States Air Force. His commitment to our country spanned a decade, and he was honorably discharged in 1959.

A man of many roles, Charlie devoted 13...

Pamela Ann Lytle

Pamela Ann Lytle

Jan 21, 2024

In Loving Memory of Pamela Ann Lytle, a native of Garnett, Kansas with proud mid-western roots, Pam Lytle, born on December 31, 1949, passed away unexpectedly on January 21, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. 

She shared 45 beautiful years of marriage with her devoted husband, Bob Lytle. Pam is survived by her three cherished children: Scott DeGraeve (LeeBeth), Jeff DeGraeve...

William (Bill) Fleming Browning III

William (Bill) Fleming Browning III

Jan 19, 2024

William Fleming Browning III (Bill) passed away peacefully on January 19, 2024, at Thomas Hospital in Fairhope, AL, after a short battle with metastatic melanoma. He was surrounded by those who loved him most until the very end. 

Bill was born in 1951, in Charlottesville, VA. and was the only son of Mr. and Mrs. William Fleming Browning, Jr. He attended...

Leo Lawrence Crain

Leo Lawrence Crain

Jan 19, 2024

Leo Lawrence Crain, also known as Buddy, passed away on January 19, 2024, in Daphne, Alabama, at the age of 96. He was born on May 13, 1927, in Bastrop, LA. Leo was a Navy WW II veteran, proudly serving his country. After his military service, he pursued a career as an Attorney. During his legal career he was appointed...

Isaiah Malachi Vernon

Isaiah Malachi Vernon

Jan 18, 2024

Isaiah Malachi Vernon, Son of Jaylyn Vernon and Patrick Lynch entered his heavenly home in the arms of Jesus on January 18, 2024.

God our Heavenly Father gifted us three months with our sweet baby Isaiah before gathering him up in his arms.  His curious eyes, smiles and chuckles captured our hearts and gave us cherishing memories.  Every moment we miss...

Linda Jeanne Roder

Linda Jeanne Roder

Jan 18, 2024

Linda Jeanne Roder, age 76, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2024.

She was a member of First Baptist Church, Fairhope, and worked tirelessly with Friends of The Fairhope Library

Preceding her in death was her sister, Barbara (Schneider) Stieber, her father Orville, and mother Mabel.

She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Daniel L. Roder of...

David Burke Dulion

David Burke Dulion

Jan 17, 2024

David Burke Dulion “Big D” peacefully passed away on January 17, 2024. David was a resident of Montrose, AL for more than 50 years. David’s loving and charismatic personality will forever be cherished by the many lives he touched.

Born to Arnold Paul "Buddy" Dulion, Jr. and Clara Eugenia "Jeanne" Burke Dulion, David grew up surrounded by a loving family in...

Marguerite Hearn Batley

Marguerite Hearn Batley

Jan 17, 2024

BATLEY

DAPHNE, ALABAMA

Marguerite Hearn Batley, age 90, died peacefully on Wednesday, January 17, 2024.

She was born in York, Alabama to the late Charlie and Laura Land Hearn.

Marguerite was a founding member of Old Spanish Fort Baptist Church, where she served as church secretary under two different pastors. She loved her Lord Jesus Christ and spoke of her love and his many blessings often. The ladies in her Sunday School were near and dear to her. She was a member of Eastern Star and Amaranth for most of her long life, serving in...

Andrew (Sandy) Augustus Smith

Andrew (Sandy) Augustus Smith

Jan 17, 2024

Andrew (Sandy) Augustus Smith, Sr. died in Fairhope, Alabama, on January 17, 2024, after a long illness. Sandy was born in 1941 in Birmingham, Alabama, the oldest son of Andrew Augustus Smith and Mary Virginia Barnes Smith. His family lived in many different areas of the country before settling in Wilmington, Delaware. He graduated from Tower Hill School in Wilmington...

Brenda Savage Kirby

Brenda Savage Kirby

Jan 16, 2024

 

Brenda Savage Kirby, age 74, a resident of Daphne, AL passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

Brenda loved to travel with her husband Ed in their R.V. and was a barbeque judge all over the south. She volunteered at St. Paul’s Thrift Store and was an active member of Spanish Trails Baptist Church.

Preceded in death by her husband...

Ruby Earline Jones

Ruby Earline Jones

Jan 15, 2024

Mrs. Ruby Earline Jones, age 52, a resident of Foley, AL, passed away on January 15, 2024.

 Ruby was a member of The Island Church of Orange Beach, AL. She volunteered for a short time with the Baldwin County School system before falling in love with being around children and started working there full time.  In her free time, she loved...

David Ames Saunders

David Ames Saunders

Jan 15, 2024

David Saunders

Gulf Shores, Alabama



Mr. David Ames Saunders Sr, 89, a resident of Gulf Shores, Alabama, passed away Monday January 15th, 2024 at South Baldwin Medical Center in Foley, AL.



David was born in Starkville, MS to the late Wilburn Russell and Altie Reynolds Saunders. He was a founding and active member of St. Andrew by the Sea church in Gulf Shores...

Mary Elizabeth Burkhardt

Mary Elizabeth Burkhardt

Jan 15, 2024

 

Mary Elizabeth Burkhardt, age 79, a resident of Elberta, AL, passed away on January 15, 2024.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lamar and Lola Gilmer, and her husband, Charles Burkhardt.

 

Mary is survived by her son, John M. (Sheila) Burkhardt of Elberta; grandson, Matthew (Hannah) Burkhardt of Elberta; brother, Lee Gilmer of Carthage,...

Virginia Olivia Turnipseed

Virginia Olivia Turnipseed

Jan 15, 2024

 

Virginia "Dubbie" Turnipseed, 81, of Robertsdale, AL, passed away January 14, 2024, with her family by her side. 

 

She was born to Grace Bell Moore Stewart and James Albert Stewart November 11, 1942. She was married to James Turnipseed, the love of her life for 60 years, who selflessly cared for her the past several years. James and Virginia were high...

Dustin Stephenson

Dustin Stephenson

Jan 14, 2024

Mr. Dustin Stephenson a resident of Gulf Shores, AL, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024, at the age of 34.

 

Dustin was the Co-owner of Stephenson Marine, Gulf Coast Power Washing, and Stephenson Services. He was a graduate of Gulf Shores High School.  He loved surfing and was a wonderful husband and father.

 

He is survived by his wife Missy Stephenson of...

Ronnie Lee Potter

Ronnie Lee Potter

Jan 14, 2024

 

Ronnie Lee Potter 74, a resident of Andalusia, Alabama passed away peacefully at a local Hospital there on Sunday, January 14, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Aubrey Potter and Margaret Simpson; brother, James Potter; a sister, Gail Potter Rupel; and a nephew, Jeffrey Potter.

He is survived by his wife of 31 years Wendy Harbison...

Denise Poole Weatherspoon

Denise Poole Weatherspoon

Jan 11, 2024

  

DENISE POOLE WEATHERSPOON

FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA

Denise Poole Weatherspoon, age 71, a resident of Fairhope, AL passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 11, 2024.

Denise was a loving mother and friend who will be missed by all who knew her. She was also a member of Jubilee Baptist Church.

She is survived by her daughter, Krista (Michael) Mounsey of Bay Minette, AL; son, Jeremy Weatherspoon...

Walter Wulff

Walter Wulff

Jan 11, 2024

 

Walter Henry Wulff, age 88, a resident of Point Clear, AL, passed away on January 11, 2024.  He was born on February 18, 1935, in New York, NY to Henry and Erna Wulff of Bremerhaven, Germany.

 

Walter was an Air Force Veteran serving from 1953-1956 and had a long career with the Federal Aviation Administration and as...

Warren Candler Herlong, Jr.

Warren Candler Herlong, Jr.

Jan 10, 2024

 

HERLONG, JR. Warren Candler Herlong, Jr., beloved husband, adored father and distinguished attorney, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 10th, 2024. He was 75.

A consummate gentleman who earned the trust of his friends and colleagues, Warren was highly regarded by all who knew him. His bright smile, quick wit and genuine personality were just a few of his...

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