Obituaries
Obituaries in Fairhope, Daphne, Elberta, Foley, Gulf Shores, Lillian, and Surrounding Areas in Southern Alabama
Joseph George Petersen, Jr.
Jul 21, 2012
DAPHNE, AL Joseph George Petersen, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather and proud Marine Corps Veteran passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012 at the age of 80.Joe, lovingly known as Pepaw, Peeps, PawPaw and “Big Chunk” to his children and grandchildren, was the co-founder of Recovery Resources, LLC where he helped change the lives of so many struggling with addiction. Joe...
Phillip Walter Holman
Jul 18, 2012
FAIRHOPE, AL Phillip Walter Holman, age 57, resident of Fairhope, AL passed away Wednesday, July 18, 2012. Phillip loved his very large family with all his heart and will be dearly missed. He is survived by his parents Tracy and Jackson Holman, one brother, Michael Holman (Rene). Also, many and much beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, 2 nephews, 4 great nieces...
Julie Strahan Cain
Jul 17, 2012
SILVERHILL, AL Julie Strahan Cain, age 56, a former resident of Mobile and a current resident of Silverhill, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012.Julie was a Graphic Designer for Elevator World and Balloons Everywhere. She is survived by her husband, Talmadge Cain of Silverhill; son, Zach Moore and his wife Sally of Fort Campbell, KY; grandchildren, Logan Tyler, Nathan James,...
Joel Thomas Crumpton
Jul 17, 2012
DAPHNE Joel Thomas Crumpton, age 76, native of Columbiana and a resident of Daphne, passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012. He retired from Addsco as Safety Director, ORC Company and was the past President of the National Safety Council for South Alabama . Civic duties include prominent in starting the first Volunteer Fire Department in Daphne. Joe was a member...
Theresa Michelle Milford
Jul 15, 2012
PENSACOLA, FL Theresa Michelle Milford, age 37, native of Baltimore, MD and resident of Pensacola, FL, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2012. Theresa graduated from Columbus State University, Columbus, GA with a BA in English; she received a MA in Professional Writing from Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA where she was an adjunct English Professor; she was currently attending University...
Michael John "Tank" Young
Jul 12, 2012
LAVERGNE, TN Michael John “Tank” Young, a resident of Lavergne TN, born January 16, 1969 in Stuttgart Germany departed this life Thursday July 12, 2012. Michael John was preceded in death by his father Ret. Msg. Johnny Young, his grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Curtis R. Harris and Mr. and Mrs. Willie Young Sr. He leaves to cherish his memory his...
Ruth Faust Beasley
Jul 9, 2012
FAIRHOPE , AL Ruth Faust Beasley, age 84, a native of Aldrich , AL and lifelong resident of Fairhope, passed away Monday, July 9, 2012. Mrs. Beasley was preceded in death by her husband, John M. Beasley; granddaughter, Harriet F. D’Olive; and son-in-law, J. Raymond “Toby” Allen. She is survived by her son, John W. Beasley (Connie) of Social Circle,...
Jo Ann Martha Mumby
Jul 7, 2012
MUMBYFAIRHOPE, AL Jo Ann Mumby January 14, 1948 - July 7, 2012, Beloved wife and mother, Jo Ann Mumby passed away July 7, 2012 in Fairhope, AL. Born in Burbank, California, she grew up as Jo Ann Fitzhugh and went to Burbank High School. Jo Ann enjoyed reading, traveling, bowling, playing cards, and spending time with her family and many...
Aashild Aaskau Marthinson
Jul 6, 2012
FAIRHOPE , AL Aashild Aaskau Marthinson, age 65, native of Norway and resident of Fairhope , AL passed away Friday, July 6, 2012. Aashild had an extensive career as a care giver in Norway and cared for her husband, Tore William Marthinsen, who preceded her in death. She worked at Thomas Hospital for many years. Aashild is survived by her...
Estelle (Sugar) Bishop Spader
Jul 5, 2012
FAIRHOPE , AL Estelle (Sugar) Bishop Spader, age 84, a native and resident of Fairhope , AL , passed away Thursday, July 5, 2012. She is survived by her three daughters, Margaret ( Cary ) Parish, Marilyn (John) Wimpee, Marion (Doug) Underw o od, b r other, Ernest (Bub) Bishop, grandchildren, Krislyn (Aaron) Dienes, Greg (Amber) Parish, Travis (Tressa) Wimpee,...
Dera Jones Williams
Jul 5, 2012
SPANISH FORT Dera Jones Williams passed away Thursday, July 5, 2012 after a lengthy illness. A native of Sand Mountain , Alabama , she moved to the Mobile area at age 17 where she met and married her love, LaVaine Williams. They celebrated 67 years of marriage on May 24, 2012. She is survived by her husband, LaVaine, two daughters:...
Marie M. Stewart
Jul 4, 2012
STEWART BON SECOUR, AL Marie Miller Stewart, age 88, of Bon Secour, AL, left her earthly home for her heavenly one on July 4, 2012. She was originally from Bay Minette, AL, but resided in Bon Secour for most of her life. She was a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother. She loved her family and her church, Friendship...
Patricia Paul Calvert
Jul 4, 2012
SPANISH FORT Patricia “Pat” Paul Calvert age 63, a native of Gateswood, AL. and a resident of Spanish Fort passed away Wednesday, July 4, 2012. She was preceded in death by her father, Lonnie L. Paul, Sr.; her son Paul Calvert and a grandson, Austin Champion. Her survivors are her husband of 36 years, James Calvert of Spanish Fort; one...
Esther Wilson Young
Jul 4, 2012
YOUNG FOLEY, AL Esther W. Young, age, 96 of Foley, AL passed away Wednesday, July 4, 2012. She is preceded in death by, Robert D. Young, Ashton Baugh III and one son Michael D. Young She is survived by three sons, Robert W. (Evelyn) Young of Fairhope, Ralph E. (Monica) Young of Orange Beach, and Frank W. (Laurie) Young of...
Beatrice Dora Ebentheuer
Jul 2, 2012
EBENTHEUER ELBERTA, AL Dora Beatrice "Bea" Ebentheuer, age 83, a native of Garland, AL and a resident of Elberta, AL passed away Monday, July 2, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband Henry A. Ebentheuer. She is survived by her three daughters, Bunny Samples of Atlanta, GA., Barbie A. Rychee of Atlanta, GA., Dorothy Madden (Roger) of Lillian,...
Daniel A. Dansak, M.D., Capt (USNR)
Jul 1, 2012
FAIRHOPE , AL Daniel A. Dansak, M.D., Capt (USNR) retired, age 69, a native of McKeesport , PA and resident of Fairhope , AL , passed away Sunday, July 1, 2012. Dr. Dansak graduated from Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA, B.S.C. Physics, Georgetown University, Washington D.C., M.D., University of New Mexico and University of Alabama as Asst Professor of Psychiatry. He...
Kenneth Alton Durbin
Jun 30, 2012
DURBIN DAPHNE, AL. Kenneth Alton Durbin, Age 52, a native of Chilton County, AL and a resident of Daphne, passed away on Saturday, June 30, 2012. He was employed with CSXT for the past thirty-four years. Mr. Durbin is preceded in death by a son, Jacob Chad Durbin and his parents, Bobby and Bobbie Durbin. He is survived by his...
Eileen Colvin Lazzari
Jun 30, 2012
DAPHNE Eileen Colvin Lazzari entered into this world July 15th, 1925 and entered into rest June 30th 2012 two weeks shy of her 87th birthday. Eileen was a dedicated mother and wife who raised her children and many others not her own under the guidance of her deep religious commitment to her faith, her church, and the community in which...
Louise Jones Smith
Jun 28, 2012
FAIRHOPE, AL Louise Jones Smith, age 81, a resident of Fairhope, passed away Thursday, June 28, 2012. Mrs. Smith worked for AT&T (Bellsouth) in Mobile, Miami, Atlanta, and Fairhope. She was a member of the Fairhope United Methodist Church, the Order of the Eastern Star and the Telephone Pioneers Club. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Paul...
Mary Edna "Kitty" Wallace
Jun 28, 2012
WHITE HOUSE FORK Mary Edna “Kitty” Wallace, age 85, a lifelong resident of Bay Minette, passed away Thursday, June 28, 2012. Kitty faithfully attended White House Fork Baptist Church. She is survived by her daughter, Carlotta Gasaway and her husband John of Bay Minette; son, Michael Wallace and his wife Karrie of Daphne, three grandchildren; five step grandchildren; four great...