Obituaries

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

Rita Andrew

Rita Andrew

Nov 8, 2018

Rita Kaethe Andrew, 72, of Schonau-Mannheim Germany, died peacefully on November 8, 2018 at Thomas Hospital Fairhope, AL, after a long, courageous and hard fought battle. She was a true warrior and fought a brave fight. Her husband, Darry was there by her side, holding her hand and kissing her until the very end. Rita was born in Schonau-Mannheim on...

Clifford Balzli, Sr.

Clifford Balzli, Sr.

Nov 5, 2018

Clifford Joseph Balzli, P.E. was born in Mobile, Alabama on November 18, 1929 to Emil Michael Balzli and Theresa Loretta Stewart Balzli. After graduating Murphy high school in Mobile, he went to Auburn University for two years, and then transferred to University of Alabama, where he graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He then enlisted in the US Airforce...

John "Dan" Daniel Driscoll

John "Dan" Daniel Driscoll

Nov 5, 2018

John “Dan” Daniel Driscoll, age 89, a native of Frisco City, AL and a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Monday, November 5, 2018. He started as a school teacher but was drafted and served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He returned to teaching and eventually became the Director of the Vocational Rehab program at Searcy Hospital. He was preceded...

Jerry Wayne Keith

Jerry Wayne Keith

Nov 1, 2018

KEITH ELBERTA, ALABAMA Jerry Wayne Keith, Sr., age 58, a resident of Elberta, AL passed away Thursday, November 1, 2018 at his home with his loving family at his side. Jerry worked at Wolf Bay Lodge Restaurant for 38 years, served as manager for 20 years. He loved fishing and wood working; was very community oriented. Survivors include his wife...

Amelia Sabangan Dacudao

Amelia Sabangan Dacudao

Nov 1, 2018

  DACUDAO DAPHNE Amelia Sabangan Dacudao “mommy & mamita”, age 83, has joined our LORD while the family and friends were on prayer vigil in our home in Daphne, on all saints day Thursday, November 1, 2018 due to natural causes.Born on July 4, 1935, in Manila, Philippines and married to the late Manuel Diaz Dacudao. She lived in Iloilo City,...

Frank McGinnis, Sr.

Frank McGinnis, Sr.

Oct 30, 2018

Frank Ross McGinnis, Sr., age 87, a resident of Fairhope, AL., passed away Tuesday, October 30, 2018. He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran, Retired. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Michael McGinnis and a daughter-in-law, Nancy McGinnis. His survivors include his wife of 68 years, Mary E. McGinnis of Fairhope; daughter, Alma K. Brooks (Robbie) of LaGrange,...

Carla Leigh Billie

Carla Leigh Billie

Oct 27, 2018

Carla Leigh Billie of Prattville died on October 27, 2018 following a well-fought battle with cancer. She is survived by her beloved mother, rockstar caregiver, and dearest friend Susan Billie and was welcomed into heaven by her father Chester Billie.  She is also survived by her aunt, Rebecca Billie Bryars, and her cousins Rachel Mitchell, Rebecca Lancaster, Daniel Chatwood, Laura...

Lynda Jo Stahlman

Lynda Jo Stahlman

Oct 27, 2018

Lynda Jo Stahlman (affectionately known as Mama Jo), age 76, a native of Columbus, GA. and a resident of Fairhope, AL. passed away on Saturday, October 27, 2018. Mrs. Stahlman retired as a Budget Analyst from Fort Benning, GA. She is preceded in death by her husband, John W. Stahlman; her brother, Leon Horton and her parents, Vernon and Ruby...

Norman Paul Doege

Norman Paul Doege

Oct 27, 2018

DOEGE ELBERTA, AL. Mr. Norman Paul Doege, Age 88, a native of Detroit, MI and a resident of Elberta, AL passed away on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at his residence. He was an artist, country music musician, boat builder, painter and treasure hunter. Mr. Doege is survived by his wife of sixty-nine years, Alma Doege ; four daughters, Paulette Corban...

Jo Ann Elizabeth REA

Jo Ann Elizabeth REA

Oct 27, 2018

REA FOLEY, AL. Mrs. Joan “Jo Ann” Elizabeth Rea, Age 80, a lifelong resident of Foley, AL passed away on Saturday, the 27th of October, 2018. She is preceded in death by her husband, Albert Rea. Survivors include two daughters, Elizabeth Rea and Guy Busby  of Silverhill, AL and Jackie Rea and  Lane Rudiger of Arvada, CO; one son, Michael...

Henry Eskins

Henry Eskins

Oct 25, 2018

Henry Hernan Eskins, age 88, a resident of Fairhope, AL. passed away on Wednesday, October 24, 2018. Mr. Eskins was a United States Marine Corp Veteran. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Melda Eskins. His survivors include his wife Shirlene R. Eskins of Fairhope; daughter, Judy Eskins of Lithia Springs, GA; son, Randy Eskins of Dallas, GA; stepdaughter,...

Clara Stripe

Clara Stripe

Oct 24, 2018

Clara McKee Stripe, 104 years old, died October 24, 2018 (11 days short of her 105th birthday) at the Eastern Shore Rehabilitation and Health Center, Daphne, AL. She was a native of Monmouth, IL, a former resident of DeKalb, IL. Mrs. Stripe worked as an executive secretary for Olin-Turner of Sycamore, IL. She was an elder of Westminster Presbyterian Church...

Robert "Bob" Lee Bashor

Robert "Bob" Lee Bashor

Oct 22, 2018

Robert Lee “Bob” Bashor, age 74, a native of Long Beach, CA, and Joplin, MO, a resident of Foley, AL, passed away Monday, October 22, 2018. Bob retired from service to the City of Joplin, MO, where he was a proud servant of the people. He also had a lifelong passion for landscaping, airplanes and cars. Survivors include his wife,...

Marjorie Verner

Marjorie Verner

Oct 21, 2018

Marjorie Verner died on Sunday morning October 21 from complications of chronic Parkinson’s disease at the Oakwood Nursing Home in Bay Minette. She was born Marjorie Juanita Rieben on September 6, 1932 in Bay Minette, Alabama. She was the daughter of Nora Duck and Beverly Foster Rieben. Marjorie lived the first eighteen years of her life in the Crossroads community...

Gloriann Leeds

Gloriann Leeds

Oct 20, 2018

Gloriann P. Leeds, age 78, a native of Decatur, IL and a resident of Daphne, AL, passed away Saturday, October 20, 2018. She is survived by her husband, Richard “Dick” Leeds of Daphne; daughter, Susan Harrison of Fairhope; son, Scott Leeds of Decatur, IL; grandchildren: Sarah, Dylan, Gailan and Rachel; other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Gloria’s Life will...

Lorraine Rohm

Lorraine Rohm

Oct 19, 2018

Kitty Lorraine Rohm, age 75, lifelong resident of Fairhope, passed away at her home with family Friday, October 19, 2018. Lorraine was a member of Barnwell Baptist Church and a former longtime employee of Nix Florist. She was preceded in death by a sister, Maxine Childress, parents, John Henry & Myrtice McKenzie. Lorraine is survived by her husband, Robert Rohm,...

Michele Peturis

Michele Peturis

Oct 17, 2018

Michele Lynn Peturis, age 48, a resident of Gulf Shores, passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2018.Graveside services will be held Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Jubilee Memorial Gardens. ARRANGEMENTS BY WOLFE-BAYVIEW FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY, INC. 19698 GREENO RD FAIRHOPE, AL 36532 (251) 990-7775

Genea C Jorgensen

Genea C Jorgensen

Oct 17, 2018

Genea C. Jorgensen, age 80, a resident of Fairhope, passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2018. She was the owner and operator of Papa’s Place. She was preceded in death by two brothers. Survivors include her husband, Bruce Jorgensen of Fairhope; son Michael Pinzone (Laura) of Gulf Breeze; seventeen grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren; brothers, Gerald Nicholson of Fairhope and James...

Jimmie Dee Curry

Jimmie Dee Curry

Oct 16, 2018

Jimmie Dee Curry, age 82, a resident of Summerdale, AL, passed away Tuesday, October 16, 2018. He retired from Baldwin EMC after 20 years of service. Jimmie was a member of Marlow United Methodist Church and was a participant of the Grimes Catfish Rodeo. He is survived by his daughters, Tammy Landers of Foley, Sherry Nelson (Tommy) of Fairhope, and...

Donnie Benjamin Townsend

Donnie Benjamin Townsend

Oct 15, 2018

Donnie Benjamin Townsend, age 87, resident of Mobile, AL passed away Monday, October 15, 2018. Donnie was a U.S. Air Force Veteran and was loved and admired by all. He was preceded in death by a son, Jeffrey Glenn Townsend; 7 brothers; and 1 sister. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Edna Townsend of Mobile; daughter, Nancy...