Obituaries
Obituaries in Fairhope, Daphne, Elberta, Foley, Gulf Shores, Lillian, and Surrounding Areas in Southern Alabama
Elizabeth Purvis
Jul 6, 2025
Elizabeth “Lisa” Stewart Purvis, age 71, a longtime resident of Foley and Magnolia Springs, passed away peacefully at her home, Sunday, July 6, 2025, surrounded by her family.
Lisa Purvis attended Foley schools through the 11th grade and was in the first coed graduating class at Marion Military Institute in 1971, while also attending Judson College. She later attended the University...
Susan Ezell Patin
Jul 1, 2025
It is with Joyous hearts that we celebrate the life of Susan Ezell Patin, who went home to be with her faithful lord and savior on July 1, 2025, at the age of 78, in her beloved hometown of Mobile, Alabama. Born on August 31, 1946, Susan embodied a spirit of love and warmth that touched the lives of all...
Sherman Earl Dyess
Jun 28, 2025
In Loving Memory of Sherman Dyess Resident of Foley, Alabama July 1, 1941 – June 28, 2025
“The righteous walk in integrity— happy are the children who follow them!” – Proverbs 20:7
Sherman Dyess, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and lifelong resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025, at the age of 83, surrounded by the love of his family.
He...
Mary E. Hamilton
Jun 27, 2025
Mary Elizabeth Hamilton (1947-2025) passed away on June 27, with her husband by her bedside. Mary leaves behind William (Bill) Hamilton her husband, friend and caregiver of 58 years. Mary was born August 30, 1947, in Chester, Pennsylvania, to Samuel and Josephine Mulrine. She was their only child.
Mary met Bill in 1967 and they were wed in on February 28,...
Russell Stephen Nagy
Jun 27, 2025
Russell Stephen Nagy, (1941-2025)
Husband, Dad, Navy Man, Friend
On Friday June 27, 2025, Russ passed away peacefully and quietly with his two sons at his bedside. Russ leaves behind his wife and best friend of 62 years, Patricia Ann Nagy.
Russ was born November 3, 1941, to Stephen and Lavinia Nagy in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania. He was one of four siblings, having three...
Arthur V. Allen
Jun 26, 2025
Arthur V. Allen, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the age of 86.
He was preceded in death by his parents, J.C. and Ruby Allen; sisters, Dorothy Laniham, Louise Henderson, Ann Kralik and Frances Sparks; brothers, Charles Allen, Ray Allen and Willie Allen; and one grandchild and two great grandchildren.
He is survived by his daughter,...
Herbert Keith Wood
Jun 25, 2025
Herbert Keith Wood, born in Leaksville, NC on September 25, 1941, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family members. He was a longtime resident of Elberta, Alabama.
Keith was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Conner Wood and Margaret Curry Wood and his sister, Carolyn Wood Owens.
He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years,...
Michael Joseph "Mike" Cumbie
Jun 24, 2025
Michael Joseph (Mike) Cumbie, age 66 of Foley, Alabama, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
Mike was a member of Saint Margaret’s Catholic Church in Foley. He was currently employed as a long-haul truck driver and had been a lay Catholic speaker and an Episcopal priest. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and enjoyed being with his family...
Irene Bertagnolli Duff
Jun 24, 2025
Irene Bertagnolli Duff, a cherished member of her community and devoted family matriarch, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025, in her hometown of Spanish Fort, Alabama. She was born on March 30, 1931, in Spanish Fort and lived a remarkable life filled with love, faith, and dedication to her family and church.
A longtime member of Christ the King Catholic...
Andrew Jackson "Jack" Etheridge
Jun 23, 2025
ANDREW JACKSON “JACK” ETHERIDGE
Andrew Jackson “Jack” Etheridge, a native of Evergreen, AL and lifelong resident of Bon Secour, AL passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025.
He was a United States Army veteran. He retired from Bon Secour Fisheries and was a long-time member of Friendship Baptist Church. Jack was an avid Fisherman and loved the mountains and was a devoted...
James A. Brown
Jun 22, 2025
James Arther Brown, a resident of Stapleton, Alabama, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025, at the age of 82.
He was born in Mobile, Alabama to the late William and Willie Estell Brown.
James was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.
He was an avid outdoorsman; his passion was fishing, especially catching catfish.
He was preceded in death by two sons, James...
Dolores "Dodie" Jean Virtanen VanDeventer
Jun 21, 2025
Dolores “Dodie” Jean VanDeventer nee Virtanen, age 79; after a long and difficult battle with cancer, to which she fought tirelessly against, Dodie succumbed to the disease June 21st, 2025. She was born in Hancock, Houghton, MI. Born the 7th out of 10 siblings, to Frank Virtanen and Kathrine Virtanen (nee) LaPine. She grew up in the small community of...
David Graydon Roloson
Jun 21, 2025
David Graydon Roloson, 82 of Daphne Alabama passed away on June 21, 2025.
David touched many lives with his warmth, dedication, and infectious enthusiasm for both his community and his passions. With a welcoming spirit, he forged deep connections wherever he went, whether in fellowship at church, under the hood of a classic car, or among family and friends gathered at...
Charles Russell "Rusty" Robinson
Jun 21, 2025
In Loving Memory of Charles Russell Robinson1957-2025
Charles Russell Robinson, 67, of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away on June 21, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Whatley Alabama October 31,1957. A loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Charles was a man of quiet strength, generosity, and deep-rooted values.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Judy...
Roland N. Smith
Jun 20, 2025
Roland N. Smith, age 85, a resident of Daphne, passed away Friday, June 20,2025.
Preceding him in death was a daughter, Patrice Smith Lazzari.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia A. Smith of Daphne; two daughters Ronda Smith Dunlap of Fairhope and Sabrina Smith Whitneck of Fairhope as well as five living grandchildren. Including Ryan Dunlap, Erin Dunlap, Matthew Lazzari, Whitney...
Randy Elaine Hale Kelly
Jun 20, 2025
Randy Elaine Hale Kelly, age 76, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Friday, June 20, 2025. She had suffered a stroke two weeks prior and was unable to regain her vibrant quality of life.
Randy was born in Birmingham, AL to Edgar and Ruth Ann Hale on October 19, 1948, and spent the majority of her life there. She was...
Angela "Angie" Stewart Barlow
Jun 20, 2025
Angela “Angie” Stewart Barlow, a lifelong resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Friday, June 20, 2025, at the age of 55.
She loved “Glamping” and traveling, and she also loved spending time at the beach. However, her favorite pastime was relaxing on the deck with her family.
Angie was preceded in death by her father, Darrell Stewart.
She leaves behind to cherish her...
Barbara McNorton Hovell
Jun 19, 2025
Barbara McNorton Hovell, a long time resident of Chickasaw and Mobile, Alabama,passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025 in hospice care in Louisiana. Barbara wasborn Barbara Allen McNorton on June 21, 1936 to Gladys Pugh McNorton and JamesEdward “Hunly” McNorton, II in Castleberry, Alabama. She moved to Prichard,Alabama with her family when she was young. She attended CF Vigor High...
Dale Edward Williams, Jr.
Jun 19, 2025
DALE EDWARD WILLIAMS, JRDECEMBER 7, 1953-JUNE 19, 2025
Dale Williams, Jr passed away peacefully, with his family at his side, on June 19, 2025, at the Eastern Shore Rehabilitation and Health Center in Daphne, Alabama.
He was born on December 7, 1953, in Warren, Ohio to the late Dale E. Williams and the late Florence Williams. He grew up in Champion, Ohio...
Bobby Herman Phillips
Jun 17, 2025
Bobby Herman Phillips, age 86, of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away peacefully at this home on June 17, 2025.
Born on June 2, 1939, in Sandersville, Georgia, Bobby was the beloved son of the late Ralph Freeman Phillips and Louise Brantley Phillips.
Bobby dedicated his life to service – first to his country, and always to God and his family. He proudly served...
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