Obituaries

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

Joyce Marie Lavender

Joyce Marie Lavender

Feb 7, 2022

Joyce Marie Lavender, age 75, a resident of Daphne, Alabama, passed away Monday, February 7, 2022.

Joy is preceded in death by her husband Robert “Bobby” Lavender, her parents James Norris Hicks, Sr. & Nettie Crouch Hicks, brothers James Norris Hicks, Jr., Aubrey Gene Hicks (JoAnn), Douglas Gerald Hicks, Larry Hicks, and Donald Robert Hicks; and a sister-in-law, Nelda Hicks.

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Herman L. Sigmond

Herman L. Sigmond

Feb 7, 2022

Mr. Herman L. Sigmond, age 79, of Fairhope, Alabama, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022. Herman is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Elaine J. Sigmond; children, Mr. Daniel Sigmond and Mrs. Mary Anne Flippo, Dr. Benjamin Sigmond and Mrs. Beth Forbes, and Ms. Gloria Gadsby; grandchildren, Ethan Sigmond, Adin Sigmond, Charlotte Sigmond,...

William Bouldin Barnard

William Bouldin Barnard

Feb 6, 2022

William Bouldin Barnard (Bill), age 79, a resident of Daphne, passed away Sunday, February 6, 2022 after a brief illness.  Even though his passing was unexpected, the legacy of his loving heart will remain with those he touched throughout his life.

Bill was born in Beckley, WV and was a high school basketball star at Woodrow Wilson High School (class...

Joyce Hall

Joyce Hall

Feb 5, 2022

Joyce Carolyn Hall, age 79, a resident of Foley, passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022.

She is survived by her sister Judi Quire, Frankfort, KY; children, Ronald Clark, Foley, AL, Robert (Lori) Clark, Fairhope, AL, Cynthia (Robert) Gramillion, Clearwater, FL; grandchildren, Josh (Trista) Clark, Bon Secour, AL, Danielle Clark, Fairhope, AL, Dorothy Keevan, Robertsdale, AL, Joseph (Summer) Clark, Fairhope, AL,...

Gladys Yvonne Smith

Gladys Yvonne Smith

Feb 3, 2022

Gladys Yvonne Smith of Daphne, Alabama passed away on Thursday, February 3, 2022.

Yvonne was born November 7, 1927 in Red Level, Alabama to Arthur and Eunice Chesser. She was the third of nine children. She married William E. Jones in 1948, and they had three children together. They were married until his death in 1988. Yvonne retired as District...

Brenda Kay Leiser

Brenda Kay Leiser

Feb 3, 2022

LEISER

FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA

Brenda Kay Leiser, age 75, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Thursday, February 3, 2022.

Brenda is survived by her husband, Robert Leiser; daughters, Lytricia (Thomas) Parks, Katina (Danny) Parks; son, Shane (Lisa) Leiser; grandchildren, Brittany Parks, Jordan Parks, Morgan (Austin) Strickland, Madison Leiser, Jordan Salac, Kristina (Lee Wesley) Major, Kimberly (Noah) Gregory, Kayla Parks; great...

Dennis Joseph Blackmon

Dennis Joseph Blackmon

Feb 3, 2022

Dennis Joseph Blackmon, age 80, a resident of Silverhill, AL, passed away Thursday, February 3, 2022.

He was a longtime member and Deacon of Fairhope Avenue Baptist Church; he was currently attending Heritage Church.

Mr. Blackmon was preceded in death by his wife, Ann Blackmon and son, Donald Blackmon.

He is survived by his children, Dennis “Joe” Blackmon, II (Patricia),...

William Hershel Mixon

William Hershel Mixon

Feb 2, 2022

William Hershel Mixon, age 86, a resident of Daphne, passed away Wednesday, February 2, 2022.

William proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was well known in the Mobile Mardi Gras Association for leading the Bill Mixon Orchestra.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Elizabeth Nordmann Mixon.

He is survived by his son,...

Anne Gamble Curtis Steber

Anne Gamble Curtis Steber

Feb 2, 2022

Anne Gamble Curtis Steber, age 91, a resident of Spanish Fort, passed away Wednesday, February 2, 2022.

Anne was a generous benefactor for many years to The Thomas Hospital Foundation and the American Heart Association. She was a faithful member of Christ the King Church. She served for many years as a Thomas Hospital Auxiliary Volunteer.

She was preceded in...

Kenneth James Bouldrey

Kenneth James Bouldrey

Feb 1, 2022

Kenneth James Bouldrey, age 91, a resident of Spanish Fort, passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2022.

Kenneth was a proud member of the United States Naval Air Reserve. He enjoyed hiking, running marathons, traveling, and square dancing.

He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Joyce Bouldrey of Spanish Fort; three sons, Don (Carol) Bouldrey of Robertsdale, Kenneth...

Elizabeth "Betty" Somer

Elizabeth "Betty" Somer

Jan 31, 2022

Elizabeth Koehler Somer, age 90, a resident of Foley passed away Monday, January 31, 2022.

She was born in Elberta, AL on January 13, 1932 and was the daughter of Erwin A. and Gertrude Bayless Koehler. Betty, as she was known, moved to Jacksonville, FL in 1954  and married John Somer and started their life together and her long career...

Paul Lowe

Paul Lowe

Jan 31, 2022

Paul Lowe died January 31, 2022, at the age of 81 in Mobile, Alabama. He was well known in the commercial construction community. His work can be seen in states all over the nation. But his family was his pride and joy. He was a devoted husband to his wife Rochelle for almost 60 years. This unconditional and unwavering love...

Janet Marie Weeks

Janet Marie Weeks

Jan 30, 2022

Janet Marie Weeks, age 62, a resident of Magnolia Springs, passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Doc and Beatrice Green and her brother Ronnie Green. She is survived by her husband, Bo Weeks; son, Zach (Megan) Foy; grandchildren, Olivia Foy, Natalie Foy and Xander Foy; brother, Donald (Rachel) Green; nieces, Tonya (Edger)...

Monty "Ty" Dudd Holsonback, Jr.

Monty "Ty" Dudd Holsonback, Jr.

Jan 30, 2022

Monty “Ty” Dudd Holsonback, Jr., age 62, a resident of Loxley, passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022.

Ty was a member of Grace Presbyterian Church in Mobile. He loved working with plants in the garden and loved carpentry work.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Monty Dudd Holsonback, Sr. and Elizabeth Holsonback.

He is survived by his loving...

Shirley Annie Helms

Shirley Annie Helms

Jan 30, 2022

HELMS ELBERTA, ALABAMA Shirley Annie Helms, age 72, a resident of Elberta, AL passed away, Sunday, January 30, 2022. She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles Lloyd Helms and Margaret Ulrich Helms; sister, Carol Williams Underwood; brother-in-law, George Frank, Jr. and one great nephew. She was a lifelong member of St. Bartholomew’s Catholic Church. Her faith was inspiring....

Newell Wesley Ralston, Sr.

Newell Wesley Ralston, Sr.

Jan 28, 2022

Newell Wesley Ralston, Sr., age 82, a resident of Citronelle, passed away Friday, January 28, 2022. He is survived by his children, Kim (Mike) Roach, Newell W. “Bubba” (Trinette) Ralston, Jr., Deanna Ralston; grandchildren, Aaron (Kaynan) Beach, Lauren Beach, Kasie Lewis, Olivia Ralston, Alissa Alhajri, Jawon (Zuleyma) Barns; great grandchildren, Elliott Adair Beach, William Buxton, Jaelyn Hendricks, Zhavia Barns; sisters,...

Brandon Douglas Mitchell

Brandon Douglas Mitchell

Jan 27, 2022

Son, Best Friend, Protector, Confidant; these are just a few of the titles that You held. Strong and yet Compassionate, So very Wise and yet so Free Spirited. Although Our Hearts are sorrowful right now; Rest Peacefully Dear King. Your job is Done, Your Purpose has been fulfilled, Your memories will forever bring Us Comfort. For His hardest battles to...

Joseph Ray Birindelli, Jr.

Joseph Ray Birindelli, Jr.

Jan 27, 2022

BIRINDELLI FAIRHOPE, ALABAMA Joseph Ray Birindelli, Jr., age 78, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022. Joseph is survived by his wife, Sarah Birindelli of Fairhope; daughters, Kelley Scott of Atlanta, Georgia, Amy McElroy (Ray) of Atlanta, Georgia; sons, Jay Birindelli, III (Shaun) of Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, Blake Birindelli (Paula) of Charlotte, North Carolina, Walter Scott...

Martha Louise Shaw

Martha Louise Shaw

Jan 27, 2022

Martha Louise Shaw, age 84, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022. Martha was a secretary at Fairhope Elementary School for many years. Martha was preceded in death by husband, Billy Shaw; granddaughter, Jody Kostelecky; and brother, Robert C. Bishop. Martha is survived by her daughters, Vicky Kostelecky of Fairhope, Cynthia (Chuck) Moore of Fairhope; son,...

Jo Ann Rodgers

Jo Ann Rodgers

Jan 27, 2022

Jo Ann Rodgers, age 64, a resident of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away Thursday, January 27, 2022. Jo Ann was a loving wife and mother to her son and granddaughters. Jo Ann is survived by her husband, Norman Ellis Rodgers, Jr. of Fairhope; son, Timothy S. Rodgers (Suzann) of Jemison; granddaughters, Hannah Smith (Andrew) of Fairhope, Mary Rodgers of Fairhope, Brooke...

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