Obituaries

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

Grace Helen Novak

Grace Helen Novak

Oct 8, 2010

DAPHNE Grace Novak, age 82, resident of Daphne, AL, passed away at her home, Friday, October 8, 2010, surrounded by family and friends. She is preceded in death by her loving husband Andrew Novak. She was born Grace Helen Deak to Stephen and Mary Deak of Woodbridge, NJ on November 10, 1027. Known for her generous and kind heart, she...

Otis Hendon Brunson, III.

Otis Hendon Brunson, III.

Oct 7, 2010

BRUNSON Hendon Brunson, a native of Mobile, and a resident of Daphne, passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2010 at the age of 50. Hendon was a devoted husband, a great father, loving son, brother and friend as well as a dedicated and caring teacher.  Hendon was an active  member of Daphne United Methodist Church He loved to travel, camping...

Fran Faust Slade

Fran Faust Slade

Oct 5, 2010

FAIRHOPE, ALFran Faust Slade, age 68, a native of PA and resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Tuesday, October 5, 2010. Fran obtained her real estate license June 13, 1983.She became an agent with Irvine Company and Starke Irvine was her Broker.  Fran had previously worked as a legal secretary so she really was ready to get busy serving her...

Paul F. Wilson

Paul F. Wilson

Oct 5, 2010

DAPHNE, AL Paul F. Wilson of Daphne passed away peacefully, in his sleep, on October 5, 2010.   An ordained minister of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), he served as a pastor for churches in Tennessee and Louisiana before beginning his extensive career in ecumenical programs for social justice and human rights.  He directed Migrant Ministries programs in Louisiana and...

James Curtis Dunn

James Curtis Dunn

Oct 4, 2010

SPANISH FORTJames Curtis Dunn passed away Monday, October 4, 2010 in Fairhope at the age of 74. Mr. Dunn is a veteran of the U. S. Air Force, and he retired from McDuffie Coal Terminal State Docks in 2005. He is survived by a son, Jeff Dunn of Spanish Fort; one sister, Evelyn Elliott of Bradley, AL. Visitation will be...

James Marion Keevan

James Marion Keevan

Oct 2, 2010

DAPHNE James Marion Keevan passed away Saturday, October 2, 2010 in Daphne at the age of 70. He was a native of Mobile and a resident of Daphne. Mr. Keevan was retired from Robert J. Baggett after many years of service. He is survived by his fiance, Norma Nall of Foley; two daughters, Terri (Bradley) Hare and Tammy Keevan, both...

Agnes Evelyn Coleman

Agnes Evelyn Coleman

Sep 28, 2010

ROBERTSDALE Agnes Evelyn Coleman, age 91, a former longtime resident of Fairhope and a current resident of Robertsdale, passed away Tuesday, September 28, 2010. She was a longtime resident of Baldwin County. Mrs. Coleman was preceded in death by herhusband, John D. Coleman.She is survived by her:daughters, Jean Smith and her husband Don of Summerdale,Evelyn Buzbee and her husband Winston...

Amy Elizabeth Wynn

Amy Elizabeth Wynn

Sep 28, 2010

FOLEY Amy Elizabeth Wynn, age 45, a native of Cohasset, MA, a former resident of the Eastern Shore, and a current resident of Foley, passed away Tuesday, September 28, 2010. Amy attended St. Margaret’s of Scotland Catholic Church in Foley. She attended primary and secondary schools in Groton, MA and advanced her education at the University of Massachusetts.  She represented...

Jack Edward Rogers

Jack Edward Rogers

Sep 27, 2010

ORANGE BEACH , AL   Jack Edward Rogers, age 71, resident of Orange Beach ,   AL , passed away Monday, September 27, 2010.   He graduated from Auburn University and was a longtime resident of Birmingham , AL .  He recently retired after a successful career in transportation.  He was an avid fisherman, hunter, and a beloved family man.   He is survived...

Vertie Claston Brookhart

Vertie Claston Brookhart

Sep 26, 2010

DAPHNE, ALABAMAVertie Claston Brookhart, age 87, a native of Washington County, AL and a resident of Daphne, AL died on Sunday, September 26, 2010 at a local health care facility.She is preceded in death by her first husband and  father of her children, William Green Brookhart , Sr., and her second husband, Jessie P. Butler. Survivors include  two daughters, Katharine...

Linda Lightcap Yeend

Linda Lightcap Yeend

Sep 25, 2010

POINT CLEAR Linda Lightcap Yeend, age 68, a native of Tampa, FL, and a resident of Point Clear, AL, passed away peacefully, Saturday, September 25, 2010, at a local health care center after a long illness. Linda was a graduate of Bishop Toolen High School and Loyola University of New Orleans.  She was an accomplished flautist and pianist, at one...

William Charles Gravat, Jr.

William Charles Gravat, Jr.

Sep 25, 2010

FAIRHOPE William Charles Gravat, Jr., age 81, a native of Baldwin County and a resident of Fairhope, died Saturday, September 25, 2010. Mr. Gravat sold insurance for 50 years and enjoyed meeting new people, turning clients into life-long friends.  His personal philosophy was “walk in integrity and you will walk securely.”  Mr. Gravat was a member of the Fairhope United...

Peggy Cline Gay

Peggy Cline Gay

Sep 24, 2010

FAIRHOPE , AL Peggy Cline Gay, age 75, a native of Clay , AL , and resident of Fairhope , AL , passed away Friday, September 24, 2010. She was a member of the Morgan Chapel Methodist Church , Bon Secour, Red Hat Society, Baldwin Senior Travel Club, and Newcomers Club.  She was also a former resident of Riverside ,...

Jarrod Anthony Holley

Jarrod Anthony Holley

Sep 23, 2010

SPANISH FORT Jarrod Anthony Holley, age 35, a native of Gadsden, AL and a resident of Spanish Fort, passed away Thursday, September 23, 2010. He was dedicated to his family at home and work, as well as all his many friends. Jarrod was an avid hunter and fisherman.  He was employed at USA Medical Center and was a former employee...

John A. Moore

John A. Moore

Sep 23, 2010

GULF SHORES, AL John A. Moore of Gulf Shores, Alabama died suddenly on September 23rd while touring Athens and the Greek islands with his wife. He died on the island of Santorini.  Jack was 70. Jack was the devoted husband of Mary Ann Coyle Moore.  Born in Hanover Township, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Michael Moore and...

Doris Wheatley Logan

Doris Wheatley Logan

Sep 20, 2010

FOLEY Doris Wheatley Logan passed away on Monday, September 20, 2010 in Foley, AL. She was a native of Mobile and a 1950 graduate of the Convent of Mercy. Mrs. Logan was one of the original Azalea Trail Maids of the inaugural Azalea Trail Court and a member of the St. Margaret Queen of Scotland Catholic Church in Foley. Mrs....

Alvin G. Gottschall

Alvin G. Gottschall

Sep 19, 2010

POINT CLEAR, AL Alvin G. Gottschall passed away Sunday, September 19, 2010. Mr. Gottschall, son of the late Alvin Musser and Thelma Austin Gottschall, was a native of New Orleans, LA, and resident of Point Clear, AL. He attended Tulane University, where he was a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity and the Naval R.O.T.C. Unit, graduating with a BE...

John Robert "Jack" Sanders

John Robert "Jack" Sanders

Sep 17, 2010

DAPHNE   John Robert “Jack” Sanders, age 86, a native of Colorado and a current resident of Daphne, passed away Friday, September 17, 2010.   Jack was a graduate of Colorado State University and became a Geologist. He was an active member of the Eastern Shore Art Center and the Bay Rivers Art Guild.   He is survived by many cousins including cousin,...

Louis J. Campomenosi, Jr.

Louis J. Campomenosi, Jr.

Sep 15, 2010

DAPHNE CDR Louis J. Campomenosi, Jr. (USN, Ret.), passed away on September 15, 2010, after a short illness. A native of Staten Island, NY, CDR Campomenosi was a World War II and Korean War veteran, where he had earned a Bronze Star for Valor. He lived in Daphne with his son, Louis J. Campomenosi III, Ph.D. (Major, USMC, Ret.), and...

Marie Townsend McFarland

Marie Townsend McFarland

Sep 15, 2010

SPANISH FORT Marie Townsend McFarland of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away September 15, 2010. Mrs. McFarland was born in Mobile June 15, 1923, the only daughter of Alexis and Gertrude Townsend.  She attended Murphy High School where she was a regular performer in musical presentations and she graduated from Brenau College, Gainesville, Georgia with a Bachelor of Music degree.  As...