Obituaries

Betty Rivers

Oct 21, 2024

Betty Jane Rivers passed away peacefully after a long illness on Monday, October 21, 2024, at the age of 77.

Betty was born on January 29, 1947, in Mobile, AL to Chesley and Eula Pierce.

Betty attended B.C. Rain High School and worked for the Department of Public Safety State Driver's License Office for 25 years.

Betty was preceded in death by her...

Faye Joiner

Oct 20, 2024

Faye McCarthy Joiner, a native of Shawmut (now Valley) AL and a long-time resident of Mobile, passed away October 20. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Gerald V. Joiner, parents George and Mae McCarthy, sister Phyllis Weed, and infant granddaughter Catherine Carrothers. She is survived by daughters Nancy Joiner Flowery Branch GA and Cathy (Bill)...

Preston Hall

Oct 18, 2024

Carlton Womack

Oct 17, 2024

Carlton Victor Womack

May 14, 1952 - October 17, 2024

Carlton Victor Womack, “Vic”, died on October 17, 2024 in the presence of his precious “Rissa”. Vic was a dedicated husband, father, Poppa and friend. Vic was born on May 14, 1952, in Mobile, Alabama. He is preceded in death by Mr. James Samuel Womack, Jr. (Bonnie Griffin) and Ms. Dorthy Dean...

Mike Staton

Oct 16, 2024

James Michael "Mike" Staton was born on February 20, 1952, in Birmingham, Alabama. Our husband, daddy, and Mets stepped into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, during the church hour on Wednesday evening, October 16, 2024, at the age of 72, in Mobile, Alabama.

Mike loved his Lord, his family, and the churches he served with...

George W. Rodgers, Sr. - "Dubby"

Oct 16, 2024

George W. Rodgers, Sr. – “Dubby”

 

Born March 21, 1936

Died October 16, 2024, and immediately arrived in the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

88 years old

 

Known as Dubby, Dad and PaPa to his family and friends.

He was survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Eileen, and 6 children Kimberly (David) Buck, Ramona (Brett) Ardizone, Kathy (Dan) Johnstone, Darcey...

Rose Reed

Oct 16, 2024

Rose Lynn Reed, age 73, passed away peacefully on October 16 2024 in Mobile, Alabama. She was born on August 27, 1951 in Mobile Alabama to George Victor Laubenthal, Sr.; and Katherine Laubenthal.

Lynn attended high school at Theodore High where she met her husband, Gregory Lynn Reed,

of 48 years. They have two sons, Stephen Gregory Reed and Michael Joseph Reed...

William Vitulli

Oct 13, 2024

Dr. William (Bill) Francis Vitulli, born in Brooklyn New York, July 17, 1936 and a resident of Mobile since 1965, died on October 13th, 2024. He is survived by Betty Jean, his wife of 63 years, three children, Dr. Paige Vitulli, Quinn Vitulli and Sherik Vitulli Butler (Joey), five grandchildren: Brooke Baggett Eubanks (Kelly) of Mobile, AL; Jacy Baggett Hedges...

Donald Graham, Sr.

Oct 12, 2024

Donald Ray Graham Sr. Born in Hattiesburg, Mississippi on January 31, 1951, passed away peacefully in Mobile, Alabama on October 12, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

Don was a dedicated police officer for the City of Mobile Police Department for over 20 years. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He and his wife, Cathy, were...

Walter Branson

Oct 12, 2024

Walter Franklin Branson, Sr. (Frank) 84, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024, at home. He was born on January 01, 1940, in Millry, Al, to Barney and Iva Branson. He married Joette Scott on June 28, 1958, in Waynesboro, Ms.



In 1957 Frank moved to Mobile from Millry to start a job as a framer. This began his...

Edward Hackney

Oct 9, 2024

Edward Hackney, age 91, passed away peacefully in Daphne, Alabama, on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024. He was born on March 4th, 1933, in Durham, North Carolina.

He is preceded in death by; his parents, Clarence and Nettie Hackney; brother, George Hackney; sisters, Marie Hackney and Analeen Wilkinson; and his beloved grandson, Kenneth Musgrove. He is also now reunited with his late...

Joseph Harnish

Oct 8, 2024

Joseph Michael Harnish, 64, a long-time resident of Irvington, Alabama died peacefully on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at home. He was born on November 21, 1959, to the late Virginia Swinson and Delbert Harnish in Norfolk County, Virginia.

Joe is survived by his daughter Melissa Nicole Harnish Wagner (Bobby), two wonderful grandsons, Kael Jaxen and Kaed Robert. He is also...

Billy Hassell

Oct 7, 2024

Billy O. Hassell, 88, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2024.

Billy was an all-around great person who would help anyone in their time of need. Billy's family always came first in his life. He loved God and had a soft spot in his heart for all animals. He especially cherished his beloved cats, the country, and old cars....

Maxine Daughdrill

Oct 6, 2024

Maxine Hillman Daughdrill passed away peacefully into the arms of our Lord on October 6, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ike F. Daughdrill, daughter, Marcia D. Burns, parents William L. and Celia Brewer Hillman, six brothers and two sisters. Maxine is survived by her daughters, Francine Davis (Don) of Theodore, AL and Kerri Doss (Michael) of...

Ardith Carlisle

Oct 4, 2024

Ardith Nelma Carlisle, aged 91, passed away on October 4, 2024, in Mobile, AL. Born on February 14, 1933, Ardith spent her formative years in Millry, where she graduated from Millry High School. Ardith dedicated her professional life to the bowling industry, where she worked in various bowling lanes, fostering a community of friends around the sport she also personally...

Sherry Giles

Oct 3, 2024

Sherry Ann Giles, age 70, of Daphne, Alabama, passed away on October 3rd, 2024, in Mobile, Alabama.

Sherry was born on August 19th, 1954, in Springfield, Ohio, to Justin Gruen and Lois Charlene Currens. After high school, she attended college where she graduated with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice. Sherry met her husband Jim and they worked together...

Johnny Pinckard

Oct 2, 2024

Johnny W. Pinckard, age 86, of Mobile, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 2, 2024. Born on June 10, 1938, in Brantley, Alabama, Johnny was a graduate of Brantley High School and a three-letter athlete. He attended Andalusia Business College, majoring in accounting while working part-time with the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT).

Johnny left college to enlist in...

Esther Crabtree

Oct 1, 2024

Esther Marie Crabtree, Age 90, Born in Daphne, Alabama and she was longtime resident of Crichton Community. Mrs. Crabtree was born January 12, 1934 and passed away to eternal Heaven on October 1, 2024.

As a lifelong resident of Mobile, Alabama she was a longtime small business owner in Crichton.

Mrs. Crabtree was a devoted daughter, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother...

Dorothy Mae Johnson Hardegree

Sep 30, 2024

Dorothy Mae Johnson Hardegree went to be with our Lord and Saviour on September 30, 2024. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister who will be remembered for love of gardening, flowers, painting, cooking, and spending time with her family. 

Mrs. Hardegree was preceded in death by her first husband, James Alvin Johnson and her second husband, Jerry Lamar Hardegree. 

She...

Robert McKeough

Sep 28, 2024

Robert Wayne McKeough, known affectionately as Robby, tragically left those who love him on September 28, 2024, in Mobile, Alabama, at the age of 34.

Born on January 8, 1990, Robby grew into a well-rounded individual, cherished by all who knew him. Robby attended Mary G Montgomery High School, where he formed many lasting friendships and laid...