Obituaries

Richard Earl Hayes

Richard Earl Hayes

Jun 9, 2026

Richard E. Hayes went to be with the Lord on June 9, 2026. He was born in West Point, Mississippi on October 12, 1946, and grew up in Mobile, Alabama. He was a resident of Birmingham, Alabama at the time of his passing.

Richard served in the National Guard and spent the remainder of his career as a highly successful real...

Henry Benton Williams, Sr.

Henry Benton Williams, Sr.

Jun 13, 2026

Henry Benton Williams Sr.

Henry Benton Williams Sr., 89 of Mobile, AL departed this life Saturday June 13, 2026.

Benton was born on March 30, 1937, in Mobile, AL. Benton served in the US Navy until August 1955. He also served in the US Army until October 1968, after which he served in the US Army Reserved until 1977. He served The...

Robin Lindsey Kersten

Robin Lindsey Kersten

Jun 8, 2026

Robin Lindsey Wullschleger Kersten, age 34, passed away in Henderson, NC on June 8, 2026. She was born in Mobile, AL on July 2, 1991, to Alan and Diana Wullschleger. Robin was a remarkable woman whose warmth, determination, and kindness touched countless lives during her 34 years. A 2009 graduate of Davidson High School, she was an accomplished athlete who...

Brenda Joyce Havard

Brenda Joyce Havard

Jun 13, 2026

Brenda Joyce Havard

June 16th 1945- June 13th, 2026

Brenda Joyce Havard went to be with her God on June 13th,2026. A native of Mobile AL.

Joyce's home going was preceded by Calvin E Stringer (her father), Loria M. Stringer (her mother) and Christopher E Stringer Sr. (her brother).

Joyce will be deeply missed by her husband, Steve E. Havard,...

James Dale Ryals, Sr.

James Dale Ryals, Sr.

Jun 13, 2026

In Loving Memory of James Dale Ryals Sr.

James Dale Ryals Sr., of Theodore, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by his loving and faithful wife of 64 years, Beth Ryals in the Home they built and cherished together.

Born on September 10, 1943, in Pascagoula, Mississippi, James was raised in McHenry,...

Lenora Virginia Mitchell

Lenora Virginia Mitchell

Jun 14, 2026

Mrs. Lenora Virginia Mitchell, the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. James Thomas (Bud) & Sarah (Sallie) Havard. Mrs. Mitchell, was born on September 29th, 1939, in Lucedale, Mississippi, and passed on June 14th, 2026, in Mobile, Alabama. She resided in Mobile, Alabama and was the wife of the late Grady C. Mitchell. Mrs. Lenora was an extremely generous,...

Earline Van Haelen Thorne

Earline Van Haelen Thorne

May 31, 2026

Earline Van Haelen Thorne of Mobile, Alabama went to her Heavenly Father on Sunday, May 31,2026. Born on June 6, 1944 (D-Day) in New Orleans, Louisiana. She was preceded in death by her husband, Horace “Smitty” Thorne III, and her parents Earl and Cecelia Van Haelen. Earline was a resident of Mobile, Alabama for the last 26 years. She leaves...

Merle Nichols Vignes

Merle Nichols Vignes

Jun 9, 2026

Merle Nichols Vignes, longtime resident of Chunchula, AL, one of seven children born to John E. Nichols Sr. and Marie LeBeau Nichols on September 02, 1949, left this life on June 09, 2026, surrounded by immediate family and friends. She graduated from Toolen High School in Mobile and continued her education to become a dental hygienist.

Merle met and married the...

Magdalene Mae McClure

Magdalene Mae McClure

May 2, 2026

Magdalene "Mae" McClure, age 89, of Mobile, AL, passed away on May 2, 2026.

She was born on May 17, 1936 in Chicago, IL to Richard and Magdalene Dievenkorn. Her family moved south when she was young and she considered herself a proud Mobile native. Mae was also part of the first graduating class of Murphy High School.

Mae was known for...

John Wayne Jordan, Sr.

John Wayne Jordan, Sr.

Jun 13, 2026

John Wayne Jordan, Sr., age 81, passed away in Mobile, AL on June 13, 2026. Mr. Jordan was the proud owner of Circle J. Roll-Offs.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Austin Howard Jordan and Eldora (Lett) Jordan; brother, Jerry (Peggy) Jordan; and sister, Jan Jordan Barretto.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 60...

Alex Guarino, Jr.

Alex Guarino, Jr.

Jun 9, 2026

Alex Guarino, Jr., age 79, passed away in Mobile, AL on June 9, 2026. He was born to Alex and Annie Guarino on June 10, 1946. Mr. Guarino was the proud owner of Toal Video Service where he repaired electronics for over 35 years. He will deeply missed by his family and friends.

Mr. Guarino was preceded in death by...

David James Roberts

David James Roberts

Jun 8, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David James Roberts, a beloved husband, father, son, and friend. David peacefully departed this life on June 8, 2026, at the age of 49 in Mobile, Alabama.Born on February 18, 1977, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, David grew up with a profound curiosity about how things worked, especially anything with...

Tammy Melonee Albritton

Tammy Melonee Albritton

Jun 7, 2026

Mrs. Tammy Johnson Albritton born August 1, 1958-a native and lifelong resident of Mobile, Al passed away at home on June 7, 2026. She was a graduate of Baker High School class of 1976 and retired from Mobile County Public School system in 2024. She was married to Jeff Albritton November 17th, 1978, and they were married for 47 years....

Donald "Donnie" Jeffery Mills

Donald "Donnie" Jeffery Mills

Jun 5, 2026

Donald Jeffery Mills

Donald Jeffery Mills, 64, passed peacefully at his home in Chickasaw, Alabama, on Friday, June 5, with the love of his life, Bonita Ramer Mills, by his side.

Donnie was born on February 21, 1962 and lived a life filled with music, stories, and a passion for connecting with others. A lifelong singer and songwriter, he became a familiar...

Howard Arnez Hamilton, Jr

Howard Arnez Hamilton, Jr

Jun 4, 2026

Howard was a resident of Spanish Fort, AL. He was a dedicated manager/owner for many years in the Food Supermarkets in Alabama and Mississippi. Howard enjoyed fishing and traveling with his wife.

He was preceded in death by; his wife, Jewel Hamilton; his parents, Howard A. Hamilton Sr., and Lucille Hamilton; and three brothers, Vester Hamilton, Alex Hamilton, and Carey...

Richard Calvin Whitt

Richard Calvin Whitt

Jun 2, 2026

Richard C. Whitt, age 80, born on September 4th 1945 of Mobile, Alabama, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026. Born and raised in Mobile, Richard lived a life marked by courage, discipline, leadership, and devotion to both his family and his country. A highly decorated United States Army Infantry veteran, Richard proudly served during the Vietnam War with extraordinary...

Ellorie Grace Eddins

Ellorie Grace Eddins

May 31, 2026

Ellorie Grace Eddins, born on December 15th 2025 in Mobile, Al, passed away on May 31, 2026, at the age of five months. Ellorie filled every day of her short, but beautiful life with love, laughter, and light.

Though her time here was far too brief, Ellorie's impact on those who knew and loved her will last forever. She was a bright light...

Jimmy Dale Dickerson

Jimmy Dale Dickerson

May 31, 2026

Jimmy Dale Dickerson, age 85, resident of Theodore, Al. Was born on August 28, 1940 in Philadelphia, Mississippi & passed May 31, 2026. Jimmy was a high school graduate of Alba High School where he played football & was offered a scholarship but decided to enlist in the Army to serve his country. After returning to citizen life, Jimmy became...

Keith Thornton

Keith Thornton

May 31, 2026

January 19, 1968 - May 31, 2026

John "Keith" Thornton, 58, of Grand Bay, Alabama, passed away on May 31, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 19, 1968, in Wetumpka, Alabama. Keith grew up in Eclectic and Tallassee, Alabama, then moved to Grand Bay in 1991, where he spent the rest of his life.

On April 30, 1994,...

Danny Seals Taylor

Danny Seals Taylor

May 30, 2026

Daniel Seals Taylor

November 13, 1938 - May 30, 2026

Mr. Daniel Seals Taylor, affectionately known to everyone as "Danny" or "Pop," age 87, passed away peacefully in Mobile, Alabama on May 30, 2026.

A private family service be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home with burial immediately following at Oddfellow...