Obituaries

Mar 3, 2021

Rachael A. Boykin 1956-2021 A native of Mobile, AL and resident of Butler, AL died on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at the age of 64. Mrs. Boykin enjoyed embroidery and sewing. She is survived by two brothers, Douglas (Linda) Ammons and Gordon (Gail) Ammons; nieces ands nephews. Visitation will be held from Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home on Tuesday,...

Mar 1, 2021

Margaret Gale Dameron Sellers born April 21, 1949 went home to be with the Lord on March 1, 2021 surrounded by her husband, Mark, and daughters Christy & Shelby. Gale always had a smile on her face and was loved by everyone. She was preceded in death by her parents Thomas & Leona Dameron and youngest sister Rita Lynn....

Feb 28, 2021

Joyce Marie Rigby, age 77, passed away on Sunday, February 28, 2021. Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements. Joyce is survived by her daughter, Lynn Mondragon; three grandchildren, KC Copeland, Kevin Copeland and Justin Copeland; one great-grandchild, Korbin Copeland; brother, Bill Owens (Angela); nieces and nephews, Dow Owens, Dede Vinson (Jonas), Kelly Naman,...

Feb 26, 2021

On Friday, February 26, 2021, Evelyn Ogborn, loving mother and grandmother departed this life for her eternal home at the age of 90 in Mobile, Al. Evelyn was born October 27, 1930 in Clanton, Al to Roberta Weaver Hubbard and Grover Thurman Hubbard. She was the eldest of fifteen children and also had four older half siblings. Evelyn married...

Feb 26, 2021

Sandra Lynn McGuff, 72, a resident of Mobile, AL passed away peacefully at home February 26, 2021. She was an active member of First Baptist Church Tillman's Corner. She is survived by her husband, James R. McGuff; daughter, Kim Gabel (Rob); stepsons Johnny McGuff (Penny) and Donnie Manning; grandchildren, Kendra Nesmith (Sam), LaShae Johnson (Chris), Josh McGuff, Ember McGuff, Mirai...

Feb 26, 2021

Brenda Merryman Boshell, 56, of Mobile, Alabama born September 23, 1964, passed away Friday, February 26, 2021. She is survived by her husband, George Boshell, Jr. (Beau); daughter, Tamara Merryman; granddaughters Kimble Farmer, Jenna & Brenli Boshell; stepsons Chris Boshell, Shaun Boshell & family; mother, Bennita Merryman; siblings Sharon Merryman Monk (Mark), Sheila Merryman Lee (Mike), and Wally Merryman (Theresa);...

Feb 25, 2021

Ed Keyes July 8, 1942 - February 25, 2021 James Edward (Ed) Keyes passed from this earth to his heavenly home on February 25th, 2021 in Ormond Beach, FL, surrounded by his loving family. Ed was a beloved worship pastor for almost 60 years. He was born in Memphis, TN but lived in Mobile, AL most of his life....

Feb 24, 2021

Darrell Taubel Sr. passed away on Wednesday February 24, 2021. Darrell was born on June 15, 1937 in Appleton, WI. He proudly served for four years in the United States Navy aboard the USS Saratoga and USS Tripole. Upon leaving the Navy he settled down in Mobile, AL where he met and married his wife, Corliss. Together they had three...

Feb 23, 2021

Richard Martin Hamilton, age 77, passed away suddenly at his home on Tuesday, February 23, 2021. Born March 30, 1943, in Rochester, NY, Richard worked for Eastman Kodak Company for 30 years, as an Industrial Engineer. Richard spent his retirement traveling the world and all 50 states with his bride of 56 years, swimming in the Great Barrier Reef of...

Feb 21, 2021

Norman Lee Ryland, age 84, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, February 21, 2021. Born on February 13, 1937, in Cordova, AL, Norman worked for the Alabama State Highway Department for 41 years.  He served his country in the US Air Force. Norman enjoyed fishing, football, and spending time with his family. He was a member of Bay...

Feb 20, 2021

Annie Kountz Chappell, age 78, of Mobile, passed away on Saturday, February 20, 2021. Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

A “hey, Baby,” a bright smile, a big hug, and a cup of coffee were sure to greet everyone who walked through Nana Chappell’s back door, but behind these small...

Feb 18, 2021

MERRITT 06/29/1944 - 02/18/2021 - Gloria Barnes Merritt, age 76, a lifelong resident of Bayou La Batre, AL. Passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2021. Mrs. Merritt was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Ethel(Rhodes) Knight and Eugene Barnes and husband James Merritt. She is survived by her son, Darrell Bosarge and grandson, Jeremy Bosarge. Sisters; Dot Logan...

Feb 18, 2021

Joseph Wesley Townson, age 60, of Mobile, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2021. Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements. Anyone who ever had the privilege and good fortune to know Joe or to have been blessed to have been a part of his life, can certainly attest to the Light, Laughter,...

Feb 18, 2021

Margaret Kirk Lightsey, age 96, passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2021, at Thomas Hospital in Fairhope, Alabama. Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements.

Margaret was a devoted wife, mother, Nana, sister, and friend. She and her husband, James, founded the Crestview Community Watch and played an integral roll in...

Feb 17, 2021

Ruth Bowman Kearley, age 91, of Mobile, passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements. She is survived by her daughter, Karen Hatchett of Mobile, and numerous other relatives. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, William C. Kearley and her son, Wayne Kearley. Ruth enjoyed...

Feb 17, 2021

Frances J Byrd August 7, 1935   February 17, 2021 Frances J Byrd, 85, of Mobile Alabama, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2021.  She was a beloved wife, mother and friend. She was a member of Fulton Road Baptist Church. She worked years in the medical field and retired from Urology Associates in 2008.  She loved to travel, especially trips to the...

Feb 17, 2021

Frances Delores Orso, 86, went home to be with the Lord on Feb. 17, 2021.  She passed away with family by her side.  A family service will be held in Mobile, Alabama on Friday, Feb. 26 with viewing at 11 AM and service at 12 noon at Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home. Frances was born in Dawes, Alabama on March 1,...

Feb 16, 2021

Mary Grace Sindik Galle 1925-2021 Born September 8, 1925, passed away February 16 at SAAD Hospice. A graduate of Bishop Toolen High School, she worked as a nurse for several years. She was proceeded in death by parents Emmit and Anita Sindik; Husband of 61 Years John W. Galle; Son Thomas Galle, Daughter Marianne Imsand, Son-in-law Louie Imsand, Granddaughter Jennifer...

Feb 16, 2021

Thomas W. Walker, 86, of Mobile, Al. went to His heavenly home on February 16, 2021. He was born August 18, 1934 in Demopolis, Alabama. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. After serving 4 years Active Duty and 4 years Reserve, he settled down in Chickasaw, Alabama. He met and married the love of his...

Feb 16, 2021

Linda Lewis Keller, age 74 and a resident of Mobile, AL passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Keller; son, Samuel Keller and parents, Archie and Audrey Lewis. She is survived by her sister, Mrs. Elizabeth (Charles) Hurst and grandson, Jonathan Keller. Family will receive friends at the funeral home...