Obituaries

James Spann

James Spann

Aug 10, 2017

SPANN JAMES DANIEL SPANN Oct. 19, 1937-Aug. 10, 2017 James Daniel Spann, a native of Opp, AL and longtime resident of Mobile, AL, died Thursday, August 10, 2017 at the age of 79. He was a "diesel mechanic extraordinaire" for over 50 years and retired from Wards International. He was a Past Master of Mobile Masonic Lodge 40; Dual...

Lance Patrick

Lance Patrick

Aug 9, 2017

PATRICK Feb. 21, 1983-Aug. 9, 2017 Lance Matthew Patrick On August 9, 2017, our Viking warrior, Lance Matthew Patrick (aka "Train" by his classmates), at the age of 34, began his trip to Valhalla to be with his Lord and savior Jesus Christ after an extended arduous battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Lance's life is an epitaph to the rest...

Bobbie Myrick

Bobbie Myrick

Aug 9, 2017

Myrick January 26, 1934-August 9, 2017 Bobbie Joe Myrick, 83, of Mobile, AL passed away on August 9, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents to whom she was devoted, Thomas and Lottie Sumrall. She is survived by her beloved husband, Ernest Myrick; her sons, Richard (Stephanie) Myrick and Steve Myrick; and her daughter, Lisa (Michael) Sweeney;...

James Davidson

James Davidson

Aug 9, 2017

James Jerome Davidson, better known as "J J," went home to be with his Lord and Savior on August 9, 2017, at the age of 58. He was born the second of five children to Robert and May Davidson, on September 16, 1958 in Mobile, Alabama. J J graduated from Vigor High School, Class of 1976. After graduation he...

Dorothy Sanders

Dorothy Sanders

Aug 8, 2017

SANDERS Dorothy Sanders, 90 a native of Fisher, LA and a long time resident of Mobile, AL, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul Sanders, two grandsons, Randal Lowery and Hollis W. Sanders, Jr. She is survived by three children, Sharon (Gene) Norris, Beverly Gurganus, Hollis (Marie) Sanders all of...

Peggy Davis

Peggy Davis

Aug 8, 2017

DAVIS Aug. 5, 1934-Aug. 8, 2017 Peggy McCluer Davis, 83, of Mobile, AL went to be with her Lord on August 8, 2017. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Cleveland, their infant son, her parents, Clarence and Nell McCluer and brother, Edwin McCluer. Her survivors include one son, Terry (Teresa) Davis; two daughters, Beth (David) Edwards,...

William Toomey, Jr.

William Toomey, Jr.

Aug 6, 2017

TOOMEY, Jr. William S. Toomey, Jr., a native of Brewton, AL and a longtime resident of Mobile, died on Sunday, August 6, 2017. He was retired from Ingall's Shipbuilding. He is survived by his wife, Joan Toomey, three sons, Gregory Toomey, Brian (Robbie) Toomey, Joseph Toomey; one daughter, Kathleen Odom; 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and other relatives. Funeral...

Jewell Gunter

Jewell Gunter

Aug 5, 2017

Jewell E. "Billie" Gunter 1921-2017 A native of Mississippi and long-time resident of Mobile, AL died on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at the age of 96. Mrs. Gunter owned and operated grocery stores in Mobile for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Gunter and Idele Walters Gunter; husband, Vernon Ray Tucker; sisters, Patricia L....

Thomas Richardson

Thomas Richardson

Aug 5, 2017

RICHARDSON Mr. Thomas O'Neal Richardson, a Mississippi native and longtime resident of Mobile, died on Saturday, August 5, 2017. He was preceded in death by his son, Anthony Richardson and sister, Florence Hatfield. He is survived by his daughter, Paige (Rev. Marshall) Adcock; one daughter in law, Mary Ann Richardson; two sisters, Nell Kent and Dewanna Howle; two brothers,...

Edna Clinton

Edna Clinton

Aug 4, 2017

Edna Lee James Clinton ,1927-2017, was a native of Laurel, MS and resident of Saraland, AL died on Friday, August 4, 2017 at the age of 89. She was preceded in death by her parents Howard C. James Sr. and Mary H. James; brother Howard C. James Jr.; and sisters, Eva Senterfitt, Etta Willis, and Mary Lucille Broom; and...

Charles Lursen

Charles Lursen

Aug 4, 2017

LURSEN Feb. 2, 1931-Aug. 4, 2017 Charles Frederick "Fred" Lursen, a native of Leesburg, IN and longtime resident of Mobile, AL, died Friday, August 4, 2017 at the age of 86. Fred was a retired Certified Public Accountant in his firm of Charles F. Lursen, PC. He was a member of Little Flower Catholic Church; Past President of National...

Michael Fenner

Michael Fenner

Aug 3, 2017

Michael Paul Fenner 1982-2017 A native of Mobile, AL and resident of Semmes, AL died on Thursday, August 3, 2017 at the age of 35. Michael loved flowers, was an animal lover and loved playing the piano. He also loved his niece and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, David Parks, Clarence Fenner and Mary Joan...

Molly Broadus

Molly Broadus

Aug 3, 2017

Molly Hadley Broadus 1943-2017 A native of Mobile, AL and resident of Foley, AL died on Thursday, August 3, 2017 at the age of 73. Mrs. Broadus had a good sense of humor especially when it came to her name. She loved the saying "Good Golly Miss Molly". She liked to cook, enjoyed the beach and going to the...

Reginald Bullard, Jr.

Reginald Bullard, Jr.

Aug 2, 2017

BULLARD - Mr. Reginald L Bullard Jr. "Daddy Rex" - age 76, died Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at his residence following a lengthy illness. Mr. Bullard was retired from Kimberly Clark and was a member of the Hurley Church of Christ. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary R. Bullard and his father, Reginald L. Bullard Sr....

Joel Pate

Joel Pate

Jul 30, 2017

Joel Scott Pate 06/12/1964 - 07/30/2017 With a heavy heart, JP Ventures Inc. (which companies include Ox Publishing, Hutton Chase, CreditMac and The Student LoanRecovery Plan), announces that Joel S. Pate, it's founder and CEO, passed away on July 30, 2017, peacefully in his sleep. Joel is survived by his wife, Mitzi Pate; mother, Delora Pate,Steve Pate (Nancy), two...

Ruby Harris

Ruby Harris

Jul 29, 2017

HARRIS Nov. 5, 1948-July 29, 2017 Ruby Belinda Barrett Harris, native and lifelong resident of Mobile, AL died Saturday, July 29, 2017. She was retired, after 28 years of service, as Assistant Supervisor in the State District Court in Mobile County and served 10 years as a clerk in the United States Bankruptcy Court. She was preceded in death...

Mildred Crenshaw

Mildred Crenshaw

Jul 29, 2017

CRENSHAW July 29, 2017 Mildred Z. Crenshaw, age 86. Gone but not forgotten. A resident of Mobile, Alabama passed away peacefully on Saturday. Ms. Crenshaw is survived by her daughter, Charlene Bishop (Danny), grandsons, Cameron J. Bishop and Daniel W. Gerhart; two sisters, Mamie Thompson and Hazel Bass, nieces, nephews and other relatives. She is preceded in death by...

Randall Meyer

Randall Meyer

Jul 28, 2017

MEYER Aug. 29, 1949-July 28, 2017 Randall Henry Meyer, a native of Louisville, KY and current resident of Mobile, AL, died Friday, July 28, 2017 at the age of 67. He was a retired Certified Public Accountant, a US Navy Veteran and a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore Arthur...

Nathan Denmark

Nathan Denmark

Jul 28, 2017

Nathan Earl Denmark, age 95 a native of Leaksville, MS. and a resident of Bay Minette died Friday July 28th at William F. Green State Veterans Home. Mr. Denmark was a retired illustrator with the corps of engineers for 35 years he was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in WWII in the Pacific with the mighty 77th....

Jack Mcnider

Jack Mcnider

Jul 28, 2017

McNIDER Sept. 17, 1934-July 28, 2017 Jack Payton McNider, a native and lifelong resident of Mobile, AL, died Friday, July 28, 2017 at the age of 82. Jack owned and operated McNider's Automotive for many years. He was a member of Cottage Hill Baptist Church and volunteered delivering meals to the homebound. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing and spending time...