Obituaries

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

Isaiah Malachi Vernon

Isaiah Malachi Vernon

Jan 18, 2024

Isaiah Malachi Vernon, Son of Jaylyn Vernon and Patrick Lynch entered his heavenly home in the arms of Jesus on January 18, 2024.

God our Heavenly Father gifted us three months with our sweet baby Isaiah before gathering him up in his arms.  His curious eyes, smiles and chuckles captured our hearts and gave us cherishing memories.  Every moment we miss...

Linda Jeanne Roder

Linda Jeanne Roder

Jan 18, 2024

Linda Jeanne Roder, age 76, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2024.

She was a member of First Baptist Church, Fairhope, and worked tirelessly with Friends of The Fairhope Library

Preceding her in death was her sister, Barbara (Schneider) Stieber, her father Orville, and mother Mabel.

She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Daniel L. Roder of...

David Burke Dulion

David Burke Dulion

Jan 17, 2024

David Burke Dulion “Big D” peacefully passed away on January 17, 2024. David was a resident of Montrose, AL for more than 50 years. David’s loving and charismatic personality will forever be cherished by the many lives he touched.

Born to Arnold Paul "Buddy" Dulion, Jr. and Clara Eugenia "Jeanne" Burke Dulion, David grew up surrounded by a loving family in...

Marguerite Hearn Batley

Marguerite Hearn Batley

Jan 17, 2024

BATLEY

DAPHNE, ALABAMA

Marguerite Hearn Batley, age 90, died peacefully on Wednesday, January 17, 2024.

She was born in York, Alabama to the late Charlie and Laura Land Hearn.

Marguerite was a founding member of Old Spanish Fort Baptist Church, where she served as church secretary under two different pastors. She loved her Lord Jesus Christ and spoke of her love and his many blessings often. The ladies in her Sunday School were near and dear to her. She was a member of Eastern Star and Amaranth for most of her long life, serving in...

Andrew (Sandy) Augustus Smith

Andrew (Sandy) Augustus Smith

Jan 17, 2024

Andrew (Sandy) Augustus Smith, Sr. died in Fairhope, Alabama, on January 17, 2024, after a long illness. Sandy was born in 1941 in Birmingham, Alabama, the oldest son of Andrew Augustus Smith and Mary Virginia Barnes Smith. His family lived in many different areas of the country before settling in Wilmington, Delaware. He graduated from Tower Hill School in Wilmington...

Brenda Savage Kirby

Brenda Savage Kirby

Jan 16, 2024

 

Brenda Savage Kirby, age 74, a resident of Daphne, AL passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

Brenda loved to travel with her husband Ed in their R.V. and was a barbeque judge all over the south. She volunteered at St. Paul’s Thrift Store and was an active member of Spanish Trails Baptist Church.

Preceded in death by her husband...

Ruby Earline Jones

Ruby Earline Jones

Jan 15, 2024

Mrs. Ruby Earline Jones, age 52, a resident of Foley, AL, passed away on January 15, 2024.

 Ruby was a member of The Island Church of Orange Beach, AL. She volunteered for a short time with the Baldwin County School system before falling in love with being around children and started working there full time.  In her free time, she loved...

David Ames Saunders

David Ames Saunders

Jan 15, 2024

David Saunders

Gulf Shores, Alabama



Mr. David Ames Saunders Sr, 89, a resident of Gulf Shores, Alabama, passed away Monday January 15th, 2024 at South Baldwin Medical Center in Foley, AL.



David was born in Starkville, MS to the late Wilburn Russell and Altie Reynolds Saunders. He was a founding and active member of St. Andrew by the Sea church in Gulf Shores...

Mary Elizabeth Burkhardt

Mary Elizabeth Burkhardt

Jan 15, 2024

 

Mary Elizabeth Burkhardt, age 79, a resident of Elberta, AL, passed away on January 15, 2024.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lamar and Lola Gilmer, and her husband, Charles Burkhardt.

 

Mary is survived by her son, John M. (Sheila) Burkhardt of Elberta; grandson, Matthew (Hannah) Burkhardt of Elberta; brother, Lee Gilmer of Carthage,...

Virginia Olivia Turnipseed

Virginia Olivia Turnipseed

Jan 15, 2024

 

Virginia "Dubbie" Turnipseed, 81, of Robertsdale, AL, passed away January 14, 2024, with her family by her side. 

 

She was born to Grace Bell Moore Stewart and James Albert Stewart November 11, 1942. She was married to James Turnipseed, the love of her life for 60 years, who selflessly cared for her the past several years. James and Virginia were high...

Dustin Stephenson

Dustin Stephenson

Jan 14, 2024

Mr. Dustin Stephenson a resident of Gulf Shores, AL, passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024, at the age of 34.

 

Dustin was the Co-owner of Stephenson Marine, Gulf Coast Power Washing, and Stephenson Services. He was a graduate of Gulf Shores High School.  He loved surfing and was a wonderful husband and father.

 

He is survived by his wife Missy Stephenson of...

Ronnie Lee Potter

Ronnie Lee Potter

Jan 14, 2024

 

Ronnie Lee Potter 74, a resident of Andalusia, Alabama passed away peacefully at a local Hospital there on Sunday, January 14, 2024.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Aubrey Potter and Margaret Simpson; brother, James Potter; a sister, Gail Potter Rupel; and a nephew, Jeffrey Potter.

He is survived by his wife of 31 years Wendy Harbison...

Denise Poole Weatherspoon

Denise Poole Weatherspoon

Jan 11, 2024

  

DENISE POOLE WEATHERSPOON

FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA

Denise Poole Weatherspoon, age 71, a resident of Fairhope, AL passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 11, 2024.

Denise was a loving mother and friend who will be missed by all who knew her. She was also a member of Jubilee Baptist Church.

She is survived by her daughter, Krista (Michael) Mounsey of Bay Minette, AL; son, Jeremy Weatherspoon...

Walter Wulff

Walter Wulff

Jan 11, 2024

 

Walter Henry Wulff, age 88, a resident of Point Clear, AL, passed away on January 11, 2024.  He was born on February 18, 1935, in New York, NY to Henry and Erna Wulff of Bremerhaven, Germany.

 

Walter was an Air Force Veteran serving from 1953-1956 and had a long career with the Federal Aviation Administration and as...

Warren Candler Herlong, Jr.

Warren Candler Herlong, Jr.

Jan 10, 2024

 

HERLONG, JR. Warren Candler Herlong, Jr., beloved husband, adored father and distinguished attorney, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 10th, 2024. He was 75.

A consummate gentleman who earned the trust of his friends and colleagues, Warren was highly regarded by all who knew him. His bright smile, quick wit and genuine personality were just a few of his...

James (Jim) Anderson McCrory

James (Jim) Anderson McCrory

Jan 9, 2024

 

James (Jim) Anderson McCrory Sr., age 86, a resident of Foley, Alabama, was called to his Heavenly home on Tuesday, January 9, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert A. McCrory.

James is fondly remembered in life by his wife of 62 years, Judith “Judy” Barnes McCrory, his three children, James “Andy” of Laurel, MS,...

Parker Houston Guy

Parker Houston Guy

Jan 9, 2024

 

Parker Houston Guy, age almost 11 months, died peacefully at home in Fairhope, Alabama, on Tuesday, January 9th, 2024.  During his brief life, Parker was well-loved and cherished by family and friends. His severe respiratory and physical limitations caused by spina bifida didn’t stop his big smile or sweet disposition.  He was baptized on July 16, 2023, at Eastern...

Dorothy Christine Bung

Dorothy Christine Bung

Jan 9, 2024

Dorothy Christine Bung, age 89, a native of Wisconsin and a longtime resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away on Tuesday, January 9th, 2024. Dorothy’s working career began at Johnson’s Wax in Racine, Wisconsin where she was a switchboard operator, tour guide and advertising model for Johnson’s revolutionary Jubilee floor wax. Here she met many interesting and notable personalities including famed...

Jane Smith Doe

Jane Smith Doe

Jan 9, 2024

FAIRHOPE, AL Jane Smith Doe, 95, a resident of Fairhope, AL passed away Friday, January 9th, 2024. She is survived by her husband, John Doe of Fairhope, AL; their children, Joan Doe Jones (Sam) of Daphne, AL, John Doe, Jr. (Sue) of Foley, AL;four grandchildren; six great grandchildren; brothers, sister, nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends. The family will...

Joseph Anthony Jones

Joseph Anthony Jones

Jan 6, 2024

Joseph Anthony Jones, age 37, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, January 6, 2024. Joseph was a longtime hairstylist in Fairhope, Mobile and New Orleans. He attended Baker and Mary G. Montgomery Schools. He is survived by his parents, James A., and Sheila F. Jones of Bay Minette, AL; brother, Jesse (Jessica) Jones; nephew, Jake Jones all of...