Obituaries

Jan 22, 2023

Loraine Marie Sanzotera, a resident of Lillian, Alabama, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023. Loraine grew up in southern California’s Mojave Desert. At 15, she married Teddy Sanzotera and embarked on a 22-year adventure living on military bases around the world. Loraine developed a lifelong passion for travel. She was a loving mother, world-class grandmother, and a wonderful friend. As...

Jan 22, 2023

Esther “Nadine” Adams, age 82, a resident of Elberta, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023 surrounded by her loved ones. Nadine loved spending time with her grandchildren, fishing, gardening with her husband and reading a good book. She was preceded in death by her husband James Adams; sister, Anna Adcock. She is survived by her daughters, Susan (Leonard) Kichler, Pam...

Jan 22, 2023

Bobby Wayne Lowe, age 69, resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023, surrounded by his family. Bobby was an avid hunter and gifted builder of all things. He loved his family deeply and also his furry companion Sunny. His love for the Lord was apparent as he served others and gave selflessly. Special thanks to his hospice...

Jan 22, 2023

Jan 21, 2023

Terry Martin Chambers, age 68, a resident of Bay Minette, Alabama, passed peacefully Saturday, January 21, 2023. Terry (TC) was charismatic, exuberant and the life of the party. He was unstoppable, scared of nothing, fiercely protective of his grandchildren, and often described as stubborn. Music took residence in his soul and when he sang or played his guitar, you did...

Jan 21, 2023

Jean Stephens Buell passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, January 21, 2023. She was born in Meridian Mississippi. She was raised in Mobile and was a long time resident of the Eastern Shore. She is survived by her husband Don; her children Bill and Beth, and their families. Faith, family and friends were the most important things...

Jan 20, 2023

Sabra Atkins was born Sabra Lucille Stough on March 11, 1932 to George and Mary Allen Stough. She spent her early youth as a resident of Marengo County, Ala. until the family moved to Bay Minette, Ala. She graduated from Baldwin County High School and continued her education at Huntingdon College. After a year at Huntingdon, she transferred to Alabama...

Jan 20, 2023

Charles Larry Bryant, age 78, a resident of Spanish Fort, passed away Friday, January 20, 2023. Charles was blessed in his life with a loving wife of 32 years, Denise; two wonderful sons, Marcus “Marc” Bryant (Connie) and Michael Scott Bryant (Frankie); grandsons, Brandon, Colby and Casey; two beautiful great-grandchildren, Brantley and Emma Grace; brothers, Clifton, Doug and Darryl (Cheri);...

Jan 19, 2023

Luther Franklin Hayes, Jr. age 64, a resident of Foley, AL, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023. He loved deep sea fishing, wood working, and was an avid Alabama fan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Luther Frank, Sr. and Clara Joan Hayes; brother, David Allen Hayes. His survivors include his wife, Carole Hayes of Foley; daughter, Lisa...

Jan 19, 2023

Wyeth Holt Speir, Jr., “Chuck”, age 88, a resident of Daphne, Alabama, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023, after a long illness. He is survived by his wife, Lena Winters Speir, of Daphne; his children, Jennifer Lokey (Bob), Holt Speir, John Speir (Stacy) and Bill Speir (Susan); 6 grandchildren, Jenny Bailey (Andrew), Christine Speir, Will Speir, Lena Cole Speir, Coleman...

Jan 17, 2023

Clarence Artie “Art” Dillman, age 83, a resident of Foley, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023. Art served his country in the US Air Force, the US Navy Reserve and the Indiana Army National Guard for a total 27 years, retiring as a Chief Warrant Officer. During his service in the INARNG he received the Indiana Commendation Medal and...

Jan 15, 2023

Donald Lee Smith, age 78, a resident of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2023. Donald served in the United States Army. He was a Vietnam veteran and a recipient of the Purple Heart. He retired from the Memphis, TN Police Department and was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting deer and squirrel, along with fishing. Donald loved...

Jan 15, 2023

Elizabeth Ann “Liz” McGonagle Graham Elizabeth Ann “Liz” McGonagle Graham, age 52, of Spanish Fort, Alabama, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Sunday, January 15, 2023, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Elizabeth was born in Jacksonville, Florida, on August 3, 1970, to Theresa and Joseph McGonagle. She was a graduate of Fairhope High School in Fairhope,...

Jan 15, 2023

Mary Elizabeth Baldwin, age 96, a resident of Fairhope, AL, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2023.

She loved spending time with her family and friends, and she loved gardening.

Mrs. Baldwin was preceded in death by her husband, Bennie King Baldwin and her son, Karl Baldwin.

Her survivors include her daughters, Shirley Lewis (Bill) of Fairhope and Patricia Jones (Bud)...

Jan 15, 2023

Robert "Bob" E. Burgess, 67, a resident of Lillian, AL, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2023. Robert, or Bob as his friends called him, was part of the Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue for Leeds and Turner Maine. He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Burgess; many other loving relatives and friends. A Celebration of Bob’s life will be held...

Jan 13, 2023

Troy Stevens Wiles, age 50, a resident of Century, FL passed away Friday, January 13, 2023. He is survived by his, son, Chance Wiles; mother, Gwin Taylor; brother, Ryan Taylor; many other loving relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Jan 13, 2023

Donald Jay Burch, age 93, a resident of Robertsdale, Alabama, passed away Friday, January 13, 2023. Donald was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie Burch and daughter, Shirley Bullard. Donald was a veteran of the United States Army and the United States Air Force. He loved to fish and build different things. Donald loved his family. Donald is survived...

Jan 13, 2023

Joyce McElhaney Pierce 86, a resident of Daphne, AL passed away peaceful at her home after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. Joyce was born, along with her twin sister Judy, on January 5, 1937 to Gerald and Virginia McElhaney in New Castle, PA. Growing up in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Joyce graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School and attended Kent State...

Jan 12, 2023

Daryl Eugene Verner, age 61, passed away on January 12, 2023, in Fairhope, AL. Daryl was the son of the late Walter Eugene Verner and Marjorie Rieben Verner. He is survived by his sister, Robbie Verner Wood (Richard); his aunt, June Rieben Windham of Biloxi, MS; his uncle, A V Windham, also of Biloxi, and numerous cousins. Daryl was born...

Jan 12, 2023

SANDERS FOLEY, AL Elizabeth Sarah Sanders, age 63, a resident of Foley, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023. Elizabeth loved gardening and her cats. She is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Elizabeth Sanders, and Jeannie La Flam Sides Sanders. Survivors include cousins, friends, and many other relatives. Graveside service will be held Monday, January 16, 2023 at...