Obituaries

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

John Elbert Deloney

John Elbert Deloney

Feb 19, 2019

On February 19, 2019, the amazing 96 year life of John Deloney came to an end. He was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Thyra Riley. He is survived by daughters Jeanne Maes (Dennis Gassert), and Jane Penton (Howard); two brothers, two sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. After serving in WWII, he received his degree from...

Emma Katherine Roth

Emma Katherine Roth

Feb 19, 2019

Emma Katherine Roth, age 99, resident of Theodore, AL, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2019. Emma was preceded in death by her husband of 75 years, Charles Ivan Roth. She is survived by her daughter, Marilyn (Bud) Strauser of Theodore; grandson, Kenneth Jones; 2 great grandsons, Kevin and Anthony Jones; great granddaughter, Emma Katherine Jones; other loving relatives and friends....

Therman Edgeworth

Therman Edgeworth

Feb 18, 2019

Therman Edgeworth, age 88, a resident of Daphne, AL., passed away Monday, February 18, 2019. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Winifred Rhodey Edgeworth of Daphne; children: Sheila Nicholson of Daphne, Mike Edgeworth of Daphne, Donna Randall of Fairhope, Peggy Dubose of Daphne and Jim Nicholson of Daphne; grandchildren: Diane (Ryan) Lee, Patricia (Sam) Pierce, David (Elena)...

William Gary Champion

William Gary Champion

Feb 18, 2019

William Gary Champion, age 73, resident of Bay Minette, AL, passed away Monday, February 18, 2019. William was a hardworking man and loved to hunt, fish, and spend time with his family. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Mary Snow Champion Brizell, and Linda Sue Champion. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Joyce C. Champion...

Michael S. Creech

Michael S. Creech

Feb 17, 2019

Michael S. Creech, age 69, passed away Sunday, February 17, 2019. He was a longtime resident of Point Clear, AL., and a well-known boat builder. He is survived by his son, Michael Creech (Kim); daughter, Kim Gantt; grandchildren, Robert and Jessica Creech, and Charlie and Abby Gantt; brother, David Creech (Susan); and the mother of his children, Pam Creech. A...

Andrew Wesley O'Pry

Andrew Wesley O'Pry

Feb 16, 2019

Andrew Wesley O’Pry, age 72, a resident of Fairhope AL and former resident of Park City, UT passed away on February 16, 2019.  He was born on August 8, 1946 in Mobile AL, the son of Hilton and Chloe O’Pry.  Andy attended Auburn University, receiving his U.S. Navy commission upon graduation.   On March 16, 1968 he was united in marriage...

Brenda Kaye Ingram

Brenda Kaye Ingram

Feb 14, 2019

INGRAM               FOLEY, ALABAMA Brenda Kaye Gates Ingram, age 76, a longtime resident of Bon Secour, AL, passed away Thursday, February 14, 2019. Brenda was a loving wife, mother, sister and grandmother who will be missed by everyone who knew her. She was the glue that kept her family together. Preceded in death by her husband, Charles Ingram. She is survived...

Sylvia Fagerstrom

Sylvia Fagerstrom

Feb 14, 2019

Sylvia Fagerstrom, age 85, a resident of Spanish Fort, AL. and Gulf Shores, AL. since 1960, passed away Thursday, February 14, 2019. She was born in Mobile, AL. She graduated from Murphy High School, class of 1950 and from Auburn University, class of 1954. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Wayne Fagerstrom; daughters, Karen Brown (Philip, deceased)...

Pamela Vinson

Pamela Vinson

Feb 14, 2019

Pamela W. Vinson, age 67, a resident of Spanish Fort, AL, passed away Thursday, February 14, 2019. She was a dedicated teacher serving at Elberta School, Foley Elementary and Swift School and was very active at her church, Eastern Shore Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her father, James Wooten. Mrs. Vinson is survived by her husband, Coach...

Levan Johnson King

Levan Johnson King

Feb 13, 2019

KING FOLEY, ALABAMA Levan Johnson King, age 73, a resident of Foley, AL passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2019. Preceded in death by his parents and his faithful friend, Mattie. He is survived by his wife, Monika King of Foley, daughters; Kim (Alex) Heflin, Kristen(Dawson, Sr.) Brown of Huntsville, AL, siblings; Joe, John, Jenny, Joyce, six grandchildren; Allie Beth Brown,...

Alexander "Alex" Michael Labanowski

Alexander "Alex" Michael Labanowski

Feb 13, 2019

Alexander (Alex) Michael Labanowski, age 27, passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2019. Alex was born in Fairhope, AL., he grew up in Dothan, AL and currently resided in Atlanta. He attended Providence Christian School, Wallace College, and was currently a student at Georgia Tech, majoring in computer science. Alex had a passion for technology and for music. He was loved...

Joseph Clarence Fell

Joseph Clarence Fell

Feb 12, 2019

FELL LILLIAN, ALABAMA  Joseph Clarence Fell, age 68, a resident of Lillian, AL went to be with the Lord Tuesday, February 12, 2019. He was a devoted Christian who deeply loved the Lord. A loving husband to his wife Renee who he had just celebrated 40 years of marriage this past December. He was also devoted father to his four...

Robert Bertagnolli

Robert Bertagnolli

Feb 12, 2019

Robert Eugene Bertagnolli, age 89, native and resident of Spanish Fort, passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2019. Mr. Bertagnolli was a longtime member of Christ the King Catholic Church and a founding member of Francis Xavier Seelos Church. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Finch Bertagnolli; son, Michael E. (Andrea) Bertagnolli, Sr. of Spanish Fort; daughter, Theresa West of...

Sheila Hall Nieters

Sheila Hall Nieters

Feb 11, 2019

Sheila Hall Nieters, age 67, a resident of Fairhope, passed away Monday, February 11, 2019. She was a graduate of U.S.A. with a Master’s degree in education. She was retired from Bishop State Junior College. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lee Nieters. Sheila is survived by her daughter, Sheree (Chris) Parker of Fairhope; grandchildren, Logan Duncan...

Rolla W. Alumbaugh, Jr.

Rolla W. Alumbaugh, Jr.

Feb 11, 2019

Rolla W. Alumbaugh, Jr. age 89, passed away Monday, February 11, 2019 at his home with family by his side. He was a native of Syracuse, NY and moved to Fairhope, AL. to retire. He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran. Mr. Alumbaugh was preceded in death by his wife, Sarah Ann Alumbaugh. He is survived by his son, Douglas...

Lloyd Cecil Smith, Jr.

Lloyd Cecil Smith, Jr.

Feb 9, 2019

Lloyd Cecil Smith, Jr., age 66, resident of Daphne, AL, passed away Saturday, February 9, 2019. A special thank you to IHeart Media for their thoughtful support in the passing of one of their own. A special thank you to all of his Conde Cavalier brothers. May you continue to “ride on”. Lloyd is survived by his wife of 35...

Susan Bussey Hardesty

Susan Bussey Hardesty

Feb 8, 2019

Susan Margaret Bussey Hardesty passed away February 8, 2019 at the age of 68 in Fairhope with her husband and daughter at her side, after a brief illness. Susan had been a dental hygienist for over 30 years in Huntsville and was known for being caring and friendly. She relocated to Fairhope after retiring and enjoyed time on the Bay...

Maria Diva "Divita" Murillo

Maria Diva "Divita" Murillo

Feb 7, 2019

Maria Diva “Divita” Murillo, born May 10th, 1919. Died February 7th, 2019. A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 23rd, 2019 at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Wolfe Bayview Funeral Home, 19698 Greeno Rd. (U.S. Hwy. 98), Fairhope, AL 36532.  Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. Ms. Murillo was born in Colombia where she worked as a teacher...

Rosemary Bell Ikner

Rosemary Bell Ikner

Feb 7, 2019

Rosemary Bell Ikner, age 85, resident of Daphne, AL, passed away Thursday, February 7, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carlton M. Ikner. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Ikner of Daphne; 3 sons, Mark (Cindy) Ikner of Mandeville, LA, Roger (Nancy) Ikner of Spanish Fort, Bruce (Sheri) Ikner of Daphne; 6 grandchildren, Christopher Ikner, Patrick...

Robert Carl Engel

Robert Carl Engel

Feb 6, 2019

Robert Carl Engel, age 93, lifelong resident of Summerdale, passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2019. Robert was a farmer, lifelong member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and a WWII Veteran where he received two bronze stars.  He was a past chairman of Baldwin County Board of Registrars, a founding member of Baldwin County Sheriff’s Boys Ranch, a member of Foley...