Obituaries

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

Barbara Kay Shine

Barbara Kay Shine

Apr 11, 2024

Barbara Kay Shine, beloved wife and mother, passed away on April 11, 2024, in Pensacola, Florida. She was born on June 2, 1945, in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Barbara was a dedicated professional who spent many years ensuring that products met the highest standards of quality. Her keen eye for detail and commitment to excellence made her an invaluable asset to the manufacturing...

Mateo Pozo

Mateo Pozo

Apr 10, 2024

Mateo Esteban Pozo-Astudillo, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at the age of 23.

 

He was a graduate of Fairhope High School, a soccer star, and a beloved student. He was always smiling and happy and was the life of the party.  He attended Springhill college, on a soccer scholarship, then transferred to UAB.

 

Mateo is survived...

Lester William Chance

Lester William Chance

Apr 9, 2024

Lester William Chance was born in Fort Lauderdale, FL on May 29, 1947, and went to his heavenly home on April 9, 2024.

Les was the youngest of three children who grew up in Hollywood, FL. He worked as an assistant director for Broward County Board of County Commissioners, Streets and Highways division until he retired and became a resident of...

Ronald Eugene Driesbach

Ronald Eugene Driesbach

Apr 8, 2024

LCDR Ronald Eugene Driesbach, a native of Scranton, PA and a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Monday, April 8, 2024.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Lillian Driesbach and his sisters, Phyllis Richards and Linda Carquello.

 

He is survived by his loving wife Patricia and his children, David Driesbach (Lori) of Rock Hill SC, Pamela Norris (Ron)...

LeRoy Earl Thompson

LeRoy Earl Thompson

Apr 7, 2024

LeRoy E. Thompson, Ph.D., P.E.May 22, 1934 - April 7, 2024It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of LeRoy Earl Thompson of Fairhope, Alabama, at the age of 89. LeRoy reunited with his loved ones in heaven on April 7, 2024, after declining health related to dementia. LeRoy lived his life to the fullest and filled...

Michael Pitts

Michael Pitts

Apr 6, 2024

Michael Daniel Pitts, 59, of the Foley/Gulf Shores community, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024. 

Known to many of you as Mike or Daniel, he made St. Petersburg, FL his home for many years. Although he had great friends and people he loved there, he decided in 2020 to move back to Alabama to be closer to his family. No...

Donald Stephen Holyfield

Donald Stephen Holyfield

Apr 6, 2024

Donald Stephen Holyfield

 

Donald Stephen Holyfield, aged 52, of Fairhope, Alabama, passed peacefully in his sleep

on the afternoon of April 6, 2024. He was transported to Thomas Hospital but could not

be revived. The cause of death was cardiac arrest.

 

Born on May 2, 1971, in Mobile, Alabama, to Doris and Gavin Holyfield, Donnie was a

fountain of generosity and joy to those around...

John Glynn

John Glynn

Apr 5, 2024

John “Jack” Glynn was born on November 21, 1936, in New Orleans, Louisiana.  Sadly, he passed away on April 5, 2024, after a sudden decline in his health.  

He is survived by his three sons, John Michael Glynn Jr (Margaret), Steven Glynn (Stacey), and Richard Glynn (Kathy), and grandchildren Evan Glynn (Maggie), Anna Moree (Corwin), Sarah Glynn, Erin Glynn, Adam...

Floyd "Gibby" Gibson Jones

Floyd "Gibby" Gibson Jones

Apr 5, 2024

Floyd Gibson “Gibby” Jones February 9, 1939 - April 5, 2024 

 

Floyd “Gibby” Jones, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle passed away on April 5, 2024, at the age of 85. Son of the late Gibson Leonard and Edna Louise White Jones, Gibby was born on February 9, 1939, in Fairfield, Alabama. 

 

Gibby attended Fairhope High School in Fairhope, AL and...

Jackie Nell Osborn McLeod

Jackie Nell Osborn McLeod

Apr 5, 2024

Jackie Nell Osborn McLeod, 83, a resident of Bon Secour, Alabama, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

 

Jackie was a graduate of Collinsville High School and received a BA at Auburn University in Foods and Nutrition, Home and Family Life.   In 1982, Jackie founded The Gift Horse Restaurant and Antiques, in Foley, AL.  For...

Mrs. Henrie Jean Conway

Mrs. Henrie Jean Conway

Apr 5, 2024

Henrie Jean Conway, nee, Duncan, was born April 3, 1929, in Whistler, Alabama and broke the bonds of mortality to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, April 5, 2024.

 

She was predeceased by her parents Henry Austin and Ada Jeanette Duncan, husbands, Herman Therrell and Charles Wilbur Conway, beloved son, Charles Thomas (Tommy) Conway and eight brothers and sisters.

 

She...

Leobardo Ramos

Leobardo Ramos

Apr 3, 2024

In Memory of Leo Ramos

With the heaviest of hearts, we bid farewell to Leobardo Dionisio Ramos, Jr. Known to many as Leo, some as Denny, a few as Daddy, and to one as the Love of Her Life.

Leo's delight in life was infectious, his heart generous, and his passion for the outdoors unmatched. You could find him on the black...

Haygen Taylor Lightfoot

Haygen Taylor Lightfoot

Apr 3, 2024

Haygen Kristian Taylor Lightfoot, a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

 

She was a very creative person, and artist. She was a free-spirited, super friendly and sweet girl. The last moments of her life were shaking hands with a stranger. She could light up a room with her smile and had a beautiful laugh.

 

Haygen is...

Penelope Sue Wentzel

Penelope Sue Wentzel

Apr 3, 2024

Penelope Sue Wentzel, a resident of Daphne, Alabama, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at the age of 80.

 

She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a graduate of Western Michigan University, graduating with a master’s degree in education. She taught in Chicago, Houston, Michigan, and Baldwin County.

 

She is survived by her husband John Siipola of Daphne; daughters,...

Robert Eugene Milton

Robert Eugene Milton

Apr 1, 2024

Robert Eugene Milton (Bob) age 83, originally from Birmingham Alabama, longtime resident of Gulf Shores, AL and more recently Robertsdale AL, passed away on Monday April 1st, 2024.

He spent a majority of his career life in highway and road building construction and later during retirement, was co-owner of Milton Family Home Daycare of Gulf Shores with his wife, Frieda.

Bob is...

Richard Alexander Rhodes Sr.

Richard Alexander Rhodes Sr.

Apr 1, 2024

Richard A. Rhodes, Sr. PhD, son of Dr. and Mrs. James S. Rhodes Sr. of Williamston, N.C., and current resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 1, 2024 at the age of 73 surrounded by family.

Born in the humble town of Williamston, N.C. Richard always enjoyed reading, being outdoors, and sailing when he could. He was a graduate of Episcopal...

Betty Gayle Browning

Betty Gayle Browning

Mar 31, 2024

Betty Gayle Roberts Browning

April 3, 1946 – March 31, 2024

            Betty Gayle was born in Blount County Alabama. The family moved to Mobile in 1954 shortly after the death of her father. She graduated from Murphy High School in 1964 and started work at the Alabama State Docks as secretary to the harbor master where...

Priscilla Ann Vilord

Priscilla Ann Vilord

Mar 31, 2024

On Sunday, March 31, Priscilla Ann Vilord was called to her final rest. She died at her home in Fairhope and was 87 years old. 

 

She was born on July 3, 1936, in Suffern, New York, the daughter of Emerson and Helen Ronk. She is survived by her loving family, her husband of 67 years Ronald Vilord, a daughter Kimberly (Joe)...

Walter Orville Cutsinger

Walter Orville Cutsinger

Mar 30, 2024

Walter Orville Cutsinger, a resident of Elberta, Alabama, passed away peacefully at age 86 on March 30, 2024.  Orville was born in Nebraska, he enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1954; upon his discharge in 1958 he married his wife of 65 years, Phyllis Cutsinger.  Soon after marriage Orville moved to California where he worked as a car mechanic during...

Norman Ronald McDaniel

Norman Ronald McDaniel

Mar 30, 2024

Mr. Norman Ronald McDaniel, a resident of Summerdale, Alabama, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2024, surrounded by his family and friends, at the age of 80.

 

Preceding him in death were his parents, Louise and Edward McDaniel, his siblings, Roy Bob McDaniel, James Edward McDaniel, and Andy Doyle McDaniel.

 

He is survived by his wife, Mary Carolyn Gulledge McDaniel; daughters, Heather McDaniel...

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