Obituaries

Elvera Dobbs

Oct 8, 2023

Elvera Dobbs, 99, of Theodore, AL passed away on October 8, 2023, just 11 days shy of her 100th birthday.

Elvera was born in New York to Anthony and Madeline Laino along with her 8 siblings. She met her husband, Ralph, at a dance and he told her he was going to marry her. They spent 71 loving...

James Thornton

Oct 7, 2023

James David Thornton, 72, Mobile, passed away on October 7, 2023.

James was born to Irving and Dorothy Thornton on July 22, 1951 and graduated from Theodore High School in 1969 before joining the United States Air Force. While serving in the Air Force, James achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant while working as a ground radio repairman....

Hilma Vice

Oct 6, 2023

Hilma Gray Vice, Sr.

1934-2023

 

A native of Wayne, Alabama, and a resident of Mobile, Alabama died on Friday, October 6, 2023, at the age of 89. He is preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Mary Ann McFarland Vice; mother, father, and sister. He was a loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather as well as a...

Willie Roberts

Oct 6, 2023

Willie "Billie" Alberta Shepherd Roberts, 97, entered into her eternal rest on October 6, 2023.

Willie was born in Waynesboro, Va. To William Albert and Lena Mae (Thompson) Ford. She grew up in Waynesboro and often shared the story of picking and eating so many apples and cherries from her Grandparent's orchards, she would make herself sick. She grew up...

Linda Burke

Oct 4, 2023

Linda Gail Burke (ne Lum), passed from this life into heaven on October 4, 2023, while surrounded by family. She was the oldest child of the late Mitchell and Dorothy Lum, born on January 26, 1944, in Natchitoches, Louisiana.

Linda married the love of her life, John D. Burke Jr. (Mutt) on July 12, 1963. They resided in Mobile,...

Ronald Cherry

Oct 3, 2023

Ronald James Cherry Obituary

Ronald James Cherry, age 70, a resident of Mobile, Alabama, was born on January 9th, 1953, in Montgomery, Alabama, and passed on October 3rd, 2023. Ronald was a graduate of the University of South Alabama, where he studied business. Later in life he was able to open his own construction company. He thoroughly enjoyed boat rides,...

Huey Kirk

Oct 2, 2023

 

In Loving Memory of Huey Long Kirk

Huey Long Kirk, a devoted husband, loving father, and passionate outdoorsman, peacefully passed away on October 2, 2023, at the age of 86. Born on February 12, 1937, in Marion County, Alabama, Huey's life journey began in Winfield and led him to Mobile, Alabama, where he made his home for the rest...

O'Leta Fields

Oct 2, 2023

 O'Leta Fields left this world to see the beauty of Heaven on October 2, 2023. O'Leta loved her friends and family and not only is she now with her Father, Jesus Christ, but is also reunited with her parents, James Austin and Ida Irene, and her siblings, James Lewis, Gerald Landreth, and Betty Jean. She is survived by her brother...

Thomas Allen Duggins Jr.

Sep 29, 2023

Thomas Allen Duggins Jr., affectionately known as Tommy, passed away on September 29, 2023, at the age of 50 in Mobile, Alabama. Born on December 16, 1972, in Madrid, Spain, he was the beloved son of Thomas Duggins Sr. and Martha (Jeff) Bertram.Tommy had a passion for football and was an avid fan of the Tennessee Volunteers. His love for...

David Etheridge

Sep 28, 2023

David Henry Etheridge, age 66, passed away on September 28, 2023, in Mobile, AL. He was born in Belleview, IL to Ashby and Joyce Etheridge on May 30, 1957.

David was a longtime member of Dauphin Way Baptist Church who loved spending time with his family and in nature. He was a passionate bass tournament fisherman, lifelong athlete...

Reubin Hudson

Sep 27, 2023

Reubin Eugene Hudson, 51, of Mobile, AL, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, September 27th, 2023. Reubin was born on September 7, 1972, in Waynesboro, MS., the son of the late Wilmer Wilson Hudson (Red) and Nellie Ezell Hudson. Reubin was known for being a person who loved to make others laugh. He was also known for loving his work...

Anthony Scott, Sr.

Sep 25, 2023

Anthony Scott Sr., entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 25, 2023, at the age of 60 at Providence Hospital, Mobile Alabama surrounded by his loving family.

He was a caring husband, loved son, father, brother and grandfather who was very compassionate and believed in love and power of God and great family values.

Anthony retired from the...

Clara Frost

Sep 24, 2023

Clara Agnes Frost

August 25, 1941 - September 24 2023

Clara Agnes Frost, 82, of Semmes, AL, passed away at The Retreat at Saad Hospice in Mobile, AL. Surrounded by her loving family.

Clara was a faithful member of the Azalea City church of Christ where she taught children's bible classes for many years. She didn't drive...

Them Tran

Sep 23, 2023

Them Hiep Tran, 74, of Bayou La Batre, AL, peacefully passed away on September 23, 2023, in his home.

 

He was a caring husband, loved father, brother, and grandfather who was very compassionate and believed in the good grace of the Lord as a member of the Baptist church while living in the Bayou. Mr. Tran was a commercial...

Ronald Badon

Sep 23, 2023

Ronald G. "Ronnie" Badon, Sr., age 76, of Irvington, Alabama, sadly and peacefully left us on September 23rd, 2023, following a battle with leukemia. Ronnie was raised in Grand Bay, Alabama, and retired from Ingalls Shipyard in Pascagoula, Mississippi. He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie Mae and Jack F. Badon, Sr.; his sisters, Connie and Eleanor; his...

Ruth O'Kelley

Sep 21, 2023

We are sad to announce the passing of our mother, Ruth Elizabeth O'Kelley, on September 20, 2023, at the age of 94. She was a wonderful mother, full of life, well loved by the congregation of her church, and had a deep love of family. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert O'Kelley, and son Dennis O'Kelley. She is survived...

Harold Blackwell

Sep 21, 2023

Harold Blackwell, 66, of Mobile, AL, passed away at his home on September 21, 2023.

Harold was a lifelong resident of Mobile, graduating from BC Rain High School with the Class of 1976. After high school, Harold proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps for six years. After the military, he earned his diesel mechanic...

Hillman Nesbitt

Sep 21, 2023

Mr. Hillman "Buddy" Stephens Nesbitt, age 79, a native and lifelong resident of Mobile, AL passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023. He was an avid fisherman and loved Alabama Football. He was preceded in death by his parents, Haldon, and Ruby Nesbitt. He is survived by 2 daughters, Lisa Lorraine Hall (Mark), Tracy Lynn Davis (Troy), 4 grandchildren, Laura...

June Strickler

Sep 21, 2023

 

June Marie Shofner Strickler, 82, a resident of Grand Bay, Al passed from this life in her home on September 21st, 2023. Mrs. Strickler was dedicated to her family, friends, and church. She was an active member of Friendship Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School for over 40 years along with numerous other ministries within the church. Mrs....

Daniel McLain, 

Sep 19, 2023

Daniel Flynn McLain III (Danny / Doody) passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. He loved his three dogs, fishing, being on the water and reading anything written by Clive Cussler. He also had a laugh that could liven up any room. Danny is survived by his three children, Flynn (Julie), Rebekah (Brian) and Sarah (Allen); his sister, Sylvia Hicks...