Obituaries

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

John Michael Schaff

John Michael Schaff

Oct 19, 2024

John Michael Schaff

May 25, 1937 – October 19, 2024

John (Johnny) Schaff, age 87, a lifelong resident of Elberta, AL, passed away on October 19, 2024. Johnny was raised by his Grandpa Lorenz and Grandma Eva Schaff for eighteen months after his mother died during childbirth. After his father remarried, he and his brother, George, lived with them until he was...

Norvelle Leigh "Gus" Smith

Norvelle Leigh "Gus" Smith

Oct 17, 2024

NORVELLE LEIGH SMITH

March 4, 1937-October 17, 2024



Norvelle Leigh Smith (Gus) passed away peacefully at his home on October 17th , 2024.

Gus was born March 4, 1937 in Mobile, Alabama to Donald Henry Smith and Genevieve Leigh Smith. He had a twin sister, Jennie Smith Sheldon (Paul), and has a brother, Donnie Smith (Mickey). Gus is survived by his loving wife,...

Carolyn Joyce Duck

Carolyn Joyce Duck

Oct 16, 2024

Carolyn Joyce Duck, born December 22, 1947, to James Vernon Jones and Linnie Griffith Jones, died on October 16, 2024 at the University Hospital in Mobile. She was 76 years old. She was a native of Prentiss, Mississippi and a resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama.

Carolyn is survived by her husband of 44 years, Harold Duck and her loving daughter Renee...

Patricia Ann Pickens Melton

Patricia Ann Pickens Melton

Oct 15, 2024

Patricia Ann Pickens Melton, a longtime resident of Vidalia, GA and a current resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, October 16, 2024. She was born in Hartselle, Alabama, daughter of Charles and Sara Pickens.

She was a retired teacher, who taught for 6 years in Holly Springs, MS, 28 years in Vidalia, GA and 6 years in District RESA. Reading...

Jeffrey "Jeff" Dean Weber

Jeffrey "Jeff" Dean Weber

Oct 14, 2024

Jeffrey “Jeff” Weber passed away on October 14th, taking his last breath while his son and daughter prayed over him in the hospital. 

In his 60 years of life, Jeff managed to leave a lasting impression with anyone he crossed paths with, rarely ever meeting a stranger. And if he did meet a stranger, strangers they wouldn’t be for long, because...

Alisa Anne Curran Marcus

Alisa Anne Curran Marcus

Oct 14, 2024

Alisa Curran Marcus 9/13/1961 ~ 10/14/2024

“Like an angel standing in a shaft of light Rising up to paradise, I know I’m gonna shine.”

It is with profound sadness that I share the sudden passing of my soul mate, best friend, and wonderful loving wife, Alisa Curran Marcus. I am devastated and heart broken. She was my oxygen.

Funeral will be Sunday, October...

Elizabeth "Liz" Tew

Elizabeth "Liz" Tew

Oct 13, 2024

Born on September 14, 1939, Elizabeth Otts Tew passed away peacefully at her home on October 13, 2024.

A beloved mother, sister, and friend, she was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Jerry Tew.

She is survived by her loving daughter, Julie Tew of Fairhope, and her sister, Margaret “Junie” Bains of Fayette, Alabama, as well as nieces, nephews,...

Wesley James Manning

Wesley James Manning

Oct 13, 2024

Wesley J. Manning, 81, a resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2024.

 

Mr. Manning was born in Sandusky, Ohio and raised in Foley, Alabama. He was a lifelong

resident of the Mobile Bay area. He was a member of the Episcopal Church. He enjoyed a long

career in the data processing department at Morrison Restaurants and as a computer

programmer...

Ann Yates Miller

Ann Yates Miller

Oct 13, 2024

Ann Yates Miller

January 4, 1937

 

Ann Miller, beloved mother and grandmother, and dear friend to so many, passed away peacefully at home on October 13, 2024.

Born in 1937, Ann graduated from Parrish High School in Selma and Goucher College in Maryland. After graduation, Ann moved to Atlanta to work as a scientist for the CDC and later as a buyer for...

James Franklin Ross

James Franklin Ross

Oct 11, 2024

James Franklin "Jim" Ross, age 89 of Laramie Wyoming went to be with his Lord on Friday, October 11, 2024. Jim entered Heaven peacefully while at Seabrooke Point in Daphne, Alabama with friends and family nearby.

Jim was born in Columbus County, North Carolina on November 12, 1934. He graduated from Nakina High School in Nakina, North Carolina in 1953. He...

John "Jack" Lois Stevenson

John "Jack" Lois Stevenson

Oct 8, 2024

John Lois Stevenson, Jr. of Foley, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at the age of 84. 

 John, known to his family as “Big Jack,” was born on Christmas Day, 1939, in Mobile, Alabama.

 He attended University Military School (UMS) in Mobile, where he was president of the TKO fraternity and captain of the cheerleading team. Jack went on...

James "Jim" Crawford Woodley

James "Jim" Crawford Woodley

Oct 8, 2024

James Crawford Woodley, of Gulf Shores, AL, affectionately known as Jim, was born and raised in Tuscaloosa. He departed this life on October 8, 2024, at the age of 66 surrounded by the warmth of his loving family. He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend who enriched the lives of all who knew him. 

 Jim is survived by his...

James Leonard Pose Jr.

James Leonard Pose Jr.

Oct 8, 2024

James L. Pose Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother departed this life October 8, 2024, at his home in Point Clear. Jim is survived by his spouse Maire Zieman Pose, his son Jake Pose (Jill), and his daughters, Katie Pose Scoggins (Jamie) and daughters Mary Lillian and Amelia James, Jamie Pose Roe (Kevin) and sons Jack, Charlie, Paul and...

John Mark Moore

John Mark Moore

Oct 8, 2024

John Mark Moore, a lifelong resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at the age of 54. 

He is survived by his mother, Ruby Moore, daughters Haley Moore and Krystal Moore, brothers Charles T. Moore and his spouse Cindy Moore, Larry R. Moore, James H. Moore, and his sister Darlene Earhart, as well as numerous friends. 

Funeral services...

Charles Edward Thomas

Charles Edward Thomas

Oct 8, 2024

Charles Edward Thomas was born October 21, 1935, and passed away October 8, 2024. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Martha, of 62 years; his daughter, Rhonda Brantley; and his parents, Lola Thomas (Emmanuel) Zaphiris and Hubert Thomas. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Jennifer (Kelly) Drew; his son-in-law, Mike Brantley; his grandchildren: Shelley (Ryan)...

Barbara Jean Boller

Barbara Jean Boller

Oct 7, 2024

Barbara Jean Boller, a lifelong resident of Fairhope, Alabama, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 7, 2024.

Ms. Boller was an elementary school teacher for many years. She significantly influenced the lives of numerous students, not only in her classroom, but outside the classroom as well.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Senny and...

James Nolan Akins Jr.

James Nolan Akins Jr.

Oct 6, 2024

James Nolan Akins, Jr., a resident of Weeks Bay, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024, at the age of 70.

He was a graduate of Fairhope High School in 1972 and then went on to further his career at the University of Alabama in 1991. He worked at the Corp of Engineers and retired from the State Department.

James was preceded in...

Dorothy B. Tomlinson

Dorothy B. Tomlinson

Oct 5, 2024

Dorothy B. Tomlinson, a resident of Mobile, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the age of 84. She was born in Brewton, Alabama.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her sons, Jeffrey Scott Tomlinson and Brett Lamar Tomlinson.

She is survived by her brother-in-law, Jerry (Ernold) Tomlinson of Citronelle, Alabama.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday, October 15, 2024,...

Deborah M. Smith

Deborah M. Smith

Oct 5, 2024

Deborah M. Smith, a long-time resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the age of 81.

She was a loving mother, grandmother, and dear friend and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. She was a passionate Atlanta Braves fan.

Deborah is survived by her sons, Michael Mallory of Mobile, Charles “Chuck” Mallory of Spanish...

Terry Colvin Sears

Terry Colvin Sears

Oct 5, 2024

Terry Colvin “Bubba” Sears, a cherished luminary in the lives of many, left this world on October 5, 2024, peacefully at his home in Fairhope, Alabama. He leaves behind a magnificent legacy, woven through the hearts of those who knew him best. 

Terry was a devoted husband of over 44 years to his beloved wife, Georgia. Together, they crafted a life...

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