Obituaries

Aug 27, 2021

J.W. Raybon, age 94, passed away on August 27, 2021. He was born on February 25, 1927, in Owassa, Alabama, to George W. and Annie Dorcas McGraw Raybon. He lived most of his life in Mobile, Alabama. J.W. is survived by his wife of 70 years, Stella Watson Raybon, his daughter, Debbie Raybon Andress, and his son, Jeff (Kelly) Raybon....

Aug 27, 2021

Roy Henry Wallace was born to Roy and Joy Wallace on November 18, 1934. He was born at home and his birth certificate was not filled out until the following day so his legal birthday was listed as November 19, 1934. Not knowing exactly which day to celebrate, he celebrated both days every year.

Roy passed away...

Aug 26, 2021

Tammy Gayelle Bowman Odom went home to be with the Lord on August 26, 2021. She was at her home in Mobile, AL. She was 62 years old. Tammy is survived by her husband Robbie Odom, her mother in law Sara Odom, her three sons Jason Ricky Cooper (Lee), James Oliver Wintzell IV and Chase Lee Wintzell, her stepdaughter Katherine...

Aug 26, 2021

Lucile Carpenter Harmon, age 99, a longtime resident of Theodore, AL passed away peacefully at her home on August 26, 2021. She will always be loved and missed by her family and all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.B. Harmon, parents, Homer & Nora Carpenter; daughter, Nora Stevens; grandson, Mark Loewen and siblings Howard...

Aug 25, 2021

Margaret Cornelison Vickery, passed away at 90 years old peacefully at Carillion Oaks Assisted Living on Wednesday, August 25, 2021. She was born in Cullman, Alabama. She is preceded in death by her husband Sherman Cornelison; sisters, Lula Mae Uptagrafft, and Annie Beckman; Parents, Lewis and Gertie Jones; Stepfather Flary Wainwright; and late husband, A.C. Vickery. She is survived by...

Aug 25, 2021

Jewel Olivia (Lyons) Bowman, age 84, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on August 25, 2021 in Mobile, AL. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Lee Bowman Sr., parents, Blumer A. Lyons and Camie Fields Lyons, and brothers, Robert A. Lyons, and Bonner A. Lyons. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Deborah (David) Evans;...

Aug 24, 2021

Tom J. Payne Jr., passed away on August 24, 2021 at 84 years of age. He was born in Cherokee, AL on April 12, 1937 to his parents Tom and Bessie Payne. Mr. Payne enlisted in the United States Army in 1958 and served his county honorably both stateside and in Korea. Later, he worked as a supervisor for...

Aug 23, 2021

Brian M. Zimmerman, age 59, passed away in Mobile, AL on August 23, 2021. He was born in Minneapolis, MN on July 19, 1962 to DeLen Zimmerman and Marjorie (Kinzler) Zimmerman. He was a devoted and deeply loved husband, son, brother, "Pop Pop" and friend. Mr. Zimmerman was preceded in death by his mother, Marjorie Zimmerman and grandfather's, Emil Zimmerman...

Aug 22, 2021

Emma Jean Holt June 8, 1926 - August 22, 2021 A dear friend, precious mother, loving grandmother, and great-grandmother, Emma Jean Holt was all of these things to her family. A native of Collinwood, TN, Mrs. Emma is survived by three loving children, Linda Perry (Bill), Brenda Nichols (Steve), and Ronnie Holt (Janet). Also five grandchildren, Holly, Dawn, Don,...

Aug 22, 2021

Judy D. York, age 72, of Mobile, AL went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 22, 2021. Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements. Judy was born on February 18, 1949, in Mobile, Alabama to Grady Jackson York and Mellonee Elliott Miller. Her survivors include her brother, Norman Ray Miller, Jr.; three...

Aug 21, 2021

Geoffrey Stephen Walker of Grand Bay, AL passed away, at the age of 63, on August 21, 2021 in a local hospital. Known by his wife, Angela as "Baby", his children as "Pops" and "Dad", his grandchildren as "Pawpaw", and his numerous family and friends as "Geoff", "Uncle Geoff", and "Jed". He had a gift for making people feel valued...

Aug 20, 2021

Joseph Louis O'Gwynn of Mobile, age 85, devoted husband and father, passed away August 20, 2021. He was born October 13, 1935 to William Edward and Josephine Louise (Driskell) O'Gwynn in Grand Bay, AL. He married his sweetheart, Jeannie Louise (Prine) O'Gwynn on November 3, 1956. He grew up in Grand Bay and lived most of his life in...

Aug 20, 2021

John Robert Armstrong age 71 from Mobile Alabama died on August 20, 2021 at a local hospice. John is survived by his Son Donovan (Robin) Armstrong, Sister Patricia Armstrong and Brother William Armstrong. 4 Grandchildren, Meadow Armstrong, Elizabeth Armstrong, Vanessa Stevens, Quintin Stevens and one great grandchild, Aubree Stevens. John was pre-decreased by his parents Josie L. and John...

Aug 19, 2021

Lewis Nathan Dunnam III Born August 12 1958 Died August 19 2021 Lewis was born in Mobile Alabama to L.N. Dunnam Jr. and Phyllis Summersgill Dunnam He was preceded in death by his mother, Phyllis. Lewis was a skilled welder and a journeyman electrician by trade, belonging to IBEW Local 505. He travelled to many locations all over the United...

Aug 19, 2021

Eunice Catherine Woods Luna, a native of Pell City, Alabama and a long-time resident of Mobile, Alabama, went to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, August 19, 2021. Mrs. Luna was employed by Brookley Field and after 25 years retired from the Civil Service. She was also a member of Ashland Place Methodist Church. She was preceded in...

Aug 19, 2021

Mr. Douglas F. Godwin Sr. born on February 16th 1951 to Gene, and Adele Godwin passed from this life to his heavenly home on August 19th 2021. He resided in Semmes, Alabama. The road that he travelled was far from easy. He placed himself firmly behind his savior, and followed him until he drew his last breath. Douglas was gentle,...

Aug 17, 2021

Richard Anthony Drach, 72, passed away at his home in Mobile Alabama on August 17th 2021. Born on December 12th 1948 in Ferdinand Indiana to parents Andy and Mary Drach, he was one of six children. After graduating from St. Ferdinand High School, Richard enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, serving two years before receiving an honorable discharge....

Aug 17, 2021

Lindbergh "Linda" Pope beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away this Tuesday, August 17, 2021, after an incredible 94 years of life. Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements. She is preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Sanders Pope, her daughters, Sandra Pope Atkins and Betty Dorgan, her granddaughter...

Aug 16, 2021

Ronald J. Garling, age 68, of Mobile, entered his eternal home on Monday, August 16, 2021. Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements. Ronald served his country in the United States Air Force after graduating from high school. He retired from the United States Postal Service after 38 years, serving in various roles...

Aug 16, 2021

Ferrolyn Ann Hightower was born on June 10, 1944 to Vernon and Annie Harrison, in Mobile, Alabama. She was married to W.E. Hightower for more than 50 years and they resided in Spanish Fort, Alabama until her death on August 16, 2021. She was very happily active in her church, Jubilee Baptist, in Daphne, Alabama. Her main goal in...