Obituaries

Helen Diane Newburn

Helen Diane Newburn

Jul 3, 2026

Diane Newburn, age 66, and resident of Mobile, AL, was born on September 9th, 1959, and passed on July 3rd, 2026. She graduated from high school and was a hairdresser for many years. Diane loved to fish, play pool, dance, and ride motorcycles. She enjoyed get togethers with family and friends.

Diane was preceded in death by; her parents, John...

Judy McConnell Cox

Judy McConnell Cox

Jul 1, 2026

Judy McConnell Cox, 86, of Irvington, Alabama, passed away on July 1, 2026, in Mobile, Alabama, after a long battle with dementia. She was born on October 23, 1939, in Tallahassee, Florida, to James and Lorraine Revel, both of whom preceded her in death.

Judy was raised in Mobile, Alabama, attended Leinkauf Elementary School and graduated from Murphy High School....

Vann Cecil Martin

Vann Cecil Martin

Jul 1, 2026

In Loving Memory of Vann Cecil Martin Vann Cecil Martin, 75, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026. Born on June 12, 1951, in Mobile, Alabama, Vann attended B.C. Rain High School before proudly serving his country in the United States Air Force. He later retired from the Chevron Refinery in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Vann found joy in life's simple pleasures....

James Darrell Wilkerson

James Darrell Wilkerson

Jul 3, 2026

James Darrell Wilkerson, age 48, a resident of Mobile, Alabama was born on June 19, 1978, growing up in Thomasville, Alabama. He passed away on July 3, 2026.

Darrell worked at Kimberly-Clark paper mill, where he was known for his dedication and hard work. He found joy in life's simple pleasures-traveling with his wife and children, fishing, and spending...

Wren Allen Lum

Wren Allen Lum

Jul 2, 2026

Wren Allen Lum, 72, of Mobile, Alabama, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026.

Born on January 9, 1954, in Rusk, Texas, Wren was the son of the late Mitchell and Dorothy Jane Lum. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Linda Burke. He is survived by his devoted wife of 46 years, Elizabeth "Beth" Lum;...

Linda Fay Watson Noller

Linda Fay Watson Noller

Jul 3, 2026

Linda Fay Noller, 77, a life-long resident of the Mobile and Semmes communities, passed away peacefully on July 3rd surrounded by her loving family.

She is survived by nephews - Gabriel Watson, Austin Adcock and Mitchell Adcock; nieces - Brandy Watson, Carrie Eckerberg and Kimmy Sue Beech; and a host of other beloved family members.

Pre-deceased by parents Eubie &...

Donald Wayne Ray

Donald Wayne Ray

Jul 4, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Donald "Bubba" Wayne Ray, who passed away on July 4, 2026, peacefully at the age of 91, surrounded by his family. Born on April 27,1935, in Kingsville, Texas, to Ora and Jack Ray, Bubba was a man defined by his quiet strength, unwavering determination, and deep devotion to his...

James Hal Fleming Sr.

James Hal Fleming Sr.

Jul 2, 2026

James Hal Fleming, Sr was born April 14, 1960 to Robert L. Fleming, Sr and Anne Dyas Fleming in Mobile, AL. Hal passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026.

Hal was a 1978 graduate of Murphy High School and attended the University of North Alabama on a football scholarship. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and was an avid...

Shannon Dwayne Stone

Shannon Dwayne Stone

Jul 5, 2026

Shannon Dwayne Stone, age 63, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026.

Shannon dedicated many years of his life to serving families in the funeral profession, where he was known for his compassion, professionalism, and commitment to helping others during their time of need. Outside of his career, one of his greatest passions was softball. He spent many years coaching...

James Richard "Dick" Havron

James Richard "Dick" Havron

Jun 25, 2026

James Richard "Dick" Havron, born July 12, 1928, passed away peacefully surrounded by his children and his wife on June 25, 2026. He was the son of Richard Patrick and Maudia Bassett Havron of Mobile, Al and lived a life marked by faith, service, family and travel. Dick served his country with distinction, first in the United States Marine Corps...

Jason Lamoyne Davis

Jason Lamoyne Davis

Jun 24, 2026

Jason Lamoyne Davis, a lifelong resident of Mobile, Alabama, passed away on June 24, 2026, at the age of 60. Born on June 18, 1966, to James Arthur Davis Jr. and Patricia Bowers.

Jason loved working with his hands and spending time outdoors. He was an avid fan of Alabama and New Orleans Saints football, and he loved working on...

John Joseph Cox

John Joseph Cox

Jun 24, 2026

John Joseph Cox, age 77, resident of Irvington, AL. Was born March 3, 1949, and passed on June 24, 2026. John graduated from Biloxi High School in Biloxi MS. and continued his education at the University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, where he earned his bachelor's degree in business administration. He retired 15years ago and his greatest passion during these years,...

Gaynelle Bradley Coggin

Gaynelle Bradley Coggin

Jun 23, 2026

GAYNELLE BRADLEY COGGIN

Mrs. Gaynelle Bradley Coggin, born in Mobile, Alabama on March 8, 1939, passed away on June 23, 2026, at age 87. She was a life-long resident of Mobile. She was predeceased by her parents, Louis Charles and Doris Thelma Bradley; sister, Darlyne Joanne Mahoney; grandson, Kristofer R. Coggin; and former husband, William D. Coggin, Sr.

She is survived by...

Douglas Artis Gilliland

Douglas Artis Gilliland

Jun 22, 2026

Mr. Douglas Artis Gilliland better known as (Pop), 83 years of age -- A native of Billingsley, AL and resident of Mobile since 1981, passed away peacefully in a local hospital on Sunday, June 22, 2026. Pop was a was a member of the First Baptist Church of Tillman's Corner.

Pop is preceded in death by; his wife, Earline (Nana)Pierce...

Lori Ann Reid

Lori Ann Reid

Jun 20, 2026

Lori Ann Reid, age 64, of Semmes, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026.

Born in Redondo Beach, California, in 1962, Mrs. Reid was the daughter of Harley W. and Robbie Jean Lister. Her family later relocated to Pensacola, Florida, before settling in Mobile, Alabama, in 1972. She graduated from Theodore High School with the Class of 1980.

Mrs. Reid dedicated...

Martha Irbylene Keezel

Martha Irbylene Keezel

Jun 20, 2026

Martha N. Keezel, also known as "Granny", was age 96, and a resident of Mobile, AL. She was born February 12th, 1930, and passed on June 20th, 2026.

Martha was a member of Grace Lutheran Church of Mobile. She loved cooking, puzzles, and most of all, her family and grandchildren. In her early years, she traveled as a professional ballerina.

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Harry Kenneth Godbold

Harry Kenneth Godbold

Jun 20, 2026

Harry Kenneth Godbold born March 14, 1942 in Mobile, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026. Kenny was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend whose life was defined by faith, hardwork, dedication to family and a love for the water. He was a proud graduate from McGill Institute in 1960. Kenny married his childhood sweetheart Jean December...

Walter Dale Henderson

Walter Dale Henderson

Jun 19, 2026

There are those whose lives pass quietly through the years and those whose lives become woven into the hearts of countless others, leaving behind a tapestry of love, service, and unwavering devotion, Walter Henderson was such a man. 

At the age of 87, Walter peacefully entered the presence of his Lord, exchanging the burdens of this earthly life for the everlasting...

Jackie Marie Wallace

Jackie Marie Wallace

Jun 18, 2026

Jackie Marie Wallace, age 82, a resident of Silverhill, Alabama, was born on December 26, 1943, and passed away on June 18, 2026.

Jackie loved the Lord and cherished her family. She will be remembered for her kindness, faith, and the love she shared with those around her. She touched many lives and will be dearly missed by all who...

Tressie Bryant Yeager

Tressie Bryant Yeager

Jun 18, 2026

Tressie Bryant Yeager, a beloved matriarch and devoted servant of the Lord, peacefully departed from this world on June 18, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on April 10, 1936, in Mobile, Alabama, Tressie was the daughter of J.D. and Nellie Bryant. Her life was a testament to love, faith, and enduring family bonds.

Tressie shared a beautiful journey...