Obituaries

Apr 11, 2023

Lawrence Donald Tillman went to be with the Lord on April 11, 2023 at the age of 96 after battling Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. He passed peacefully, surrounded by his family. Lawrence was born in Theodore, AL to Allen and Pearl Tillman. The youngest of eight children, he grew up and built his life in Mobile, AL. He served two years...

Apr 8, 2023

Dorothy Nell Watson White went to be with Jesus at peace and surrounded by family on April 8, 2023, in Birmingham, Alabama. Nell was born on August 4, 1941, to Ivy and Mamie Watson, in Covington County, Alabama. She came from a large family, the 7th out of 8 siblings, and always appreciated this abundance of love. Nell's life is...

Apr 6, 2023

Betty Bryars Lindsey, 3/29/31 - 4/06/23 Betty Bryars Lindsey, age 92, passed away peacefully at home, on April 6, 2023, following a lengthy struggle with dementia. Ms. Lindsey was born on March 29, 1931, in Brewton, Alabama. She was a loved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt. She was preceded in death by her husband Ernest S. Lindsey, one...

Apr 5, 2023

Mrs. Janie Ruth Skelton October 27, 1927 - April 5, 2023 Mrs. Janie R. Skelton, age 95 of Mobile, Al went to her heavenly home on April 5, 2023. Janie was born on October 27, 1927, in Pickens County to Charlie M. Lewis and Mary Jane Hogue Lewis. Janie was a devoted wife of 46 years to James O. Skelton...

Apr 5, 2023

Travis Havard Greene, 51, of Mobile, Alabama, passed away unexpectantly on April 5, 2023, with his devoted husband, Jeff, at his side. Travis treasured his spouse of 25 years, and they enjoyed an amazing life filled with two children and six grandchildren, and many great friends and adventures. Travis was born in Mobile, Alabama on August 10, 1971, to Buddy...

Apr 4, 2023

Captain James "Jimmy" Nelson, Sr. Captain James "Jimmy" Monroe Nelson, Sr., 86, of Coden, Al., passed away on April 4th, 2023, after a long illness, surrounded by his family in his home. Jimmy was born on March 12, 1937 to Elisha and Earline Nelson in Bayou La Batre, Al. He was a thoughtful, loving, and caring husband and dad. He...

Apr 2, 2023

Norris Lee Rester August 19th, 1946-April 2nd, 2023 Norris was born and raised in Theodore, Al. and resided in Irvington, Al. Norris served his country proudly in the Vietnam war. He was a very proud veteran of the Army division. He is survived by; his wife, Joyce Davis Rester, of 40 years; two daughters, Robin (Kenneth) Blackwell, and Renee' (Reubin)...

Apr 1, 2023

Evelyn Louise Larker went to be with her Lord on April 1, 2023 in Mobile, Alabama. Evelyn was born on October 19, 1933, in Bratt, Florida where she grew up. She met her husband Norm, who played baseball for the Mobile Bay Bears, when he proposed to her. They married on September 4, 1954, at St. Joan of Arc...

Mar 31, 2023

Rufus Rhett Bosarge Rufus Rhett Bosarge passed away at home, with his loving family, on Friday, March 31, 2023. He was born on August 27, 2021 in Mobile, AL to his wonderful parents, Amber and Randy Bosarge. From the time Rufus rose in the morning, until he fell asleep at night in his momma's arms, he lived selflessly and...

Mar 31, 2023

Elizabeth Betty Walker, 79, died peacefully at home on Friday, March 31, 2023, in Mobile, AL. She was born on January 17, 1944 in Bedford England to James and Sylvia (Bygraves) Pace. Betty was a graduate of Theodore High School and a longtime resident of Mobile. Left to cherish her memory are her children Johnny R. Walker Jr, William Walker...

Mar 30, 2023

Mar 26, 2023

Charles Wayne Barber, of Mobile Alabama, left his earthly home on Sunday, March 26th. Wayne was born in Red Bay Alabama on May 19, 1941. He moved to Mobile in 1962 to work for L&N Railroad, where he spent a career spanning decades before retiring. He enjoyed gardening and ridiculously spoiled his dogs, but his greatest pride was his grandchildren,...

Mar 25, 2023

Terry Wayne Smith, 81, of Mobile, AL went to be with the Lord on March 25, 2023. Terry was raised in Mobile, AL and was in the class of 1960 at Murphy High School. Terry served 2 years in the Navy upon the USS Newman K. Perry. During this time, he met the love of his life, Bonnie Shoultz....

Mar 25, 2023

Fred Augusta Coxwell passed away at his home in Mobile on March 25th, 2023. Fred lived a long, loving and fulfilling life alongside his late wife, Joyce. The couple was married for 75 joyous years and traveled everywhere together. Fred and Joyce Coxwell were active members of Woodridge Baptist Church where he reigned as the oldest member to attend the...

Mar 24, 2023

Geraldine (Jerri) McKeough - Born October 22, 1939 in Orlando, Fl passed at her home in Wilmer, AL on Friday March 24, 2023. She was retired from Mobile County Public School System and was married to Melvin McKeough, Sr. for 56 years. She is survived by their four children - Daryl (Kim) McKeough, Denise McKeough, Rene (Tommy) McElhany, Mac (Jamie)...

Mar 24, 2023

Jorene Philen Lane, age 81 and resident of Mobile, AL passed away March 24, 2023, in Mobile, AL. Mrs. Lane was born to Oliver O'Neal Philen and Mabel Walton Philen on January 15, 1942, in Sumiton, AL. She graduated from Semmes High School and owned her own business, Jorene's Floral Designs. She loved cooking, hosting family events, decorating for the...

Mar 24, 2023

Mrs Syvillia "Sam" Horton Lee -Born October 20, 1938 in Eure N.C., Died at home Friday March 23, 2033 She was a resident of Mobile for 42 years a graduate of Ahoskie High School. Mrs Lee was retired from Brabner and Holland, she is survived by Daughters Kimberly (Rex) Middleton of Marion IN. Kelly (Joel) Lolley of Satsuma AL. Brother...

Mar 23, 2023

Victor Rocha Leal age 83, passed away on March 23, 2023, in Senatobia, MS. He was born July 28, 1939, to Miguel Leal and Ventura Rocha Leal in Fisher, MN. Mr. Leal retired from the United States Navy after 22 years of honorable and faithful service to his country. Mr. Leal was preceded in death by his parents Miguel...

Mar 22, 2023

It is with great joy we announce that on March 22, our Lord and Savior has welcomed his loyal servant "James David Purvis" Into his kingdom, where he will be forever healed and loved. He passed peacefully and with no pain and is now basking in glory of our Great God. While he will be missed it is with no...

Mar 22, 2023

Larry Thomas Hunt was born on November 15, 1943, in Mobile, Alabama to the late Hilry and Overy Hunt. A devoted husband, grandfather, and great-grandfather, he was called home to rest on March 22, 2023, at the age of 79. Larry relished spending weekends immersed in the great outdoors, hunting and fishing with loved ones. He also had a passion...