Obituaries

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

Rosemary "Rosie" Aves Covington

Rosemary "Rosie" Aves Covington

Apr 6, 2018

Rosemary (Rosie) Covington as born on June 30th, 1942 in St. Paul, Minnesota to Frederic and Bernadette Smith.  She was a graduate of St. Anne High School and Elkhart, Indiana School of Radiology.  She married Lester W. Covington on February 8, 1964.  Rosie is survived by her husband, Lester of 54 years, a son, Tony (Jacqueline), a daughter, Debbie, a...

Jerry Rex Walker

Jerry Rex Walker

Apr 5, 2018

Jerry Rex Walker, age 77, resident of Elberta, passed away Thursday, April 5, 2018. Jerry was a member of Orange Beach Presbyterian Church and a retired tugboat captain. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Marie Walker. Jerry is survived by a daughter, Cindy (Lavon) Ledkins of Foley; son, Rex (Jeanine) Walker of Summerdale;  four grandchildren, Tina, December...

Ann Stapleton Dent

Ann Stapleton Dent

Apr 4, 2018

Ann Stapleton Dent, age 78, a lifelong resident of Fairhope, passed away Wednesday, April 4, 2018, surrounded by her family at Thomas Hospital. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gus B. and Rollie Stapleton; and her son, Douglas L. Dent. Ann is survived by her children, David Dent and Marcy Dent, both of Fairhope; her sister, Marilyn Cotten;...

Charles E Black

Charles E Black

Apr 4, 2018

Charles E Black, a resident of Fairhope, AL, died Wednesday, April 4th, at his home. He was 80. A native of Mobile, AL, Black served in the U.S. Navy and retired as a Master Chief from the U.S. Coast Guard. Retiring at 42, he spent every day possible fishing at the Fairhope Pier, catching every mullet and flounder the bay...

James "Glen" Glennon Leighton

James "Glen" Glennon Leighton

Apr 3, 2018

James Glennon (Glen) Leighton, age 79, died on April 3, 2018. A kind and gentle soul, loved by many family and friends, he was a longtime resident of Fairhope, Alabama. He was predeceased by his parents, Philip and Rella Leighton of Fairhope. Raised in Mobile, he was a 1956 graduate of McGill Institute and attended Auburn University. He served six...

Melvin Ronnie Nelson, Jr.

Melvin Ronnie Nelson, Jr.

Apr 2, 2018

Nelson Foley, Alabama Melvin Ronnie Nelson, Jr., age 34, a resident of Foley, AL, passed away Monday, April 2, 2018. Melvin was an avid outdoorsman, devoted husband, father and son. He is survived by his wife, Teri Nelson, son; Wesley James Nelson, daughter; Clara Elyse Nelson all of Foley, AL, mother; Elisa Taylor Ramstack (Roger) of Kennesaw, GA, father; Melvin...

Frank August Cassebaum

Frank August Cassebaum

Apr 1, 2018

CASSEBAUM ELBERTA, ALABAMA Frank August Cassebaum, Age 81, A resident of Elberta, AL passed away on Sunday, April 1, 2018 at his residence. He was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, loved spending time with his grandchildren, was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. Mr. Cassebaum is preceded in death by a brother, Otto Cassebaum. Surivors include his...

Oliver Raymond Relyea

Oliver Raymond Relyea

Mar 31, 2018

Oliver Raymond Relyea, 98, a resident of Milton Township, passed away March 31st following complications from an accidental fall while wintering in Fairhope, Alabama. Oliver was born in Rochester Michigan January 12, 1920 the beloved only child of Floyd and Martha (Krell) Relyea.   An idyllic childhood was spent in this small town where his first job was helping at his...

Joan Lavelle

Joan Lavelle

Mar 31, 2018

Joan LaPiana Lavelle, 80, of Fairhope, went home to her heavenly Father March 31, 2018. She lived a life of service to her children’s activities, to many civic organizations and as President and a Board Member of The American Lupus Society. She was very active in her Catholic churches, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and a faithful friend. She was...

Jacquelyn Faye Taylor

Jacquelyn Faye Taylor

Mar 30, 2018

Jacquelyn Faye Taylor, age 83. a native of Louisville, MS and a resident of Mobile, passed away, Friday, March 30, 2018. She is preceded in death by her husband of 32 years, Morris Taylor; her parents, Talmadge and Mary L. Weeks. Jacquelyn is survived by her daughter, Ginger Cathryn (Burt) Youngblood of Mobile; sons: Michael M (Carole) Taylor of Stockton,...

Priscilla Caldwell RICHEY

Priscilla Caldwell RICHEY

Mar 30, 2018

RICHEY FAIRHOPE, AL. Priscilla Caldwell  Richey, Age 59, a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Fairhope, AL passed away on Friday, March 30, 2018 at a local hospital. She is survived by one son, Joey(Samantha) Richey; two grandchildren, Patrick and Ryleigh  all of Fairhope, AL; one sister; one brother; other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Priscilla’s...

Lacretia Stewart

Lacretia Stewart

Mar 30, 2018

Lacretia L. Stewart, age 68, passed away Friday, March 30, 2018 in Bay Minette.  Lacretia was active in the Reunion Activities Group of Fairhope high School Class of 68’. She is survived by her husband, Thomas J. Stewart of Bay Minette; step-daughter, Shelley Piraino of Silverhill; step-son, Raymond Stewart of New York; seven grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren and numerous other...

Pastor Johnny Lee Talley

Pastor Johnny Lee Talley

Mar 28, 2018

Pastor Johnny “Pop” Lee Talley, age 68, a native of Baldwin County and a resident of Daphne departed this life peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on March 28, 2018. He was born to the late Willie Andrew Talley and the late Johnnie Mac Irvin Curry of Daphne, AL on March 28, 1950. He was preceded in death...

Florence Roberta Talley

Florence Roberta Talley

Mar 24, 2018

Florence R. Talley, age 68, a native or Mobile and a resident of Daphne, passed away, Saturday, March 24, 2018, at home with her family at her bedside. She is survived by her husband: Pastor Johnny Talley of Daphne; 1 step-daughter: Regina Hughes of Columbia, SC: 3 grandchildren: Jamar, Ketawan, Saphawni; 1 great-grandchild: Mason; 2 sisters: Judy (Sam) Bradley and...

Charles "Charlie" Ewing

Charles "Charlie" Ewing

Mar 23, 2018

Charles “Charlie” Luther Ewing, age 47, a resident of Foley, AL, passed away Friday, March 23, 2018. He is preceded in death by his father, Leon Ewing and brother, Barry Ewing. Survivors include his son, Cody Ewing; mother, Lois Ewing, both of Foley; uncle, Mund Hanson of Daphne; aunt, Mary Richerson (Eugene) of Bon Secour; other relatives and friends. Funeral...

Arthur "Hop" Allen, Jr.

Arthur "Hop" Allen, Jr.

Mar 22, 2018

Arthur “Hop” Allen, Jr., age 91, a longtime resident of Fairhope since 1957, quietly died at home surrounded by loved ones, on March 22, 2018. He was an active and longtime member of the Fairhope United Methodist Church and a Past Worshipful Master of the Masonic Greeno Lodge #598. He was a Veteran serving in World War II as a...

Virginia Ruth Turner

Virginia Ruth Turner

Mar 22, 2018

TURNER FOLEY, ALABAMA Virginia Ruth Turner, age 89, a resident of Foley, AL passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2018. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert Turner. Ruth is survived by her sons, James E. Smith, Jr. of Loxley, Jerry Smith of Foley, AL., one granddaughter, three great grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Ruth’s Life...

Daniel Paul Sheehy

Daniel Paul Sheehy

Mar 21, 2018

SHEEHY FOLEY, ALABAMA Daniel Paul Sheehy, age 82, a resident of Foley, AL, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2018. Dan was a U.S. Army Veteran, a member of Knights of Columbus, member of V.F.W.  American Legion, and St. Bartholomew’s Catholic Church.  A 1954 Graduate of Central Catholic , he coached two High School PA State  Ice Hockey Championship teams  1977...

Jonathan Walker Fuller

Jonathan Walker Fuller

Mar 21, 2018

FULLER LILLIAN, ALABAMA Jonathan Walker Fuller, age 63, a resident of Lillian, passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2018 . He served in the U.S. Marines Corps. From 1974-1978. Was with the Alexander City AL. Police Department for 3years and he served with the Washington D.C. Department for 25 years and 10 days. Survivors include his wife of 40 years Sandra...

Dewey Leon Littleton

Dewey Leon Littleton

Mar 20, 2018

Dewey Leon Littleton, age 62, a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2018. He served in the U.S. Air Force and retired in 1993; he was a veteran of Desert Storm. Dewey was an avid Alabama Fan and a photographer. He is preceded in death by his parents, Dewey and Barbara Littleton. Survivors include his sister, Tammie...

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