Obituaries

Jan 24, 2026

Minnie Gayle Cochran passed away on January 23rd, 2026. Born on August 1st, 1956, Memaw was blessed to spend 69 years loving her family here on earth. Her time was primarily spent in Theodore, Alabama in the loving company of her family and friends.

As a young woman she graduated from Faith Academy in 1974 and later on went to...

Jan 31, 2026

David E. Bryars, Sr. was born on February 6, 1939 to James Merle and Flaudia Bryars in Perdido, Alabama. He passed away on January 31, 2026 surrounded by his family. He was a long-time resident of Mobile, Alabama. He is survived by his children, Barbara Middleton (Mike), David Bryars, Jr. (Shana), Lynne Tedder (Jeffrey), and Jason Bryars (Stephanie). Survived by...

Feb 2, 2026

"The greatest men that ever live pass away unknown. They put forth no claims for themselves, establish no schools or systems in their name. They never create or stir but just melt down into love." - Tom Robbins

Celebrating a life well lived, Ronald (Ronnie) James Barnett, 89, of Mobile, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 2, 2026. Ronnie...

Jan 26, 2026

Joyce Helene Johnson, age 92, a native of Palmer, MA. and a longtime resident of the Mobile area passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026. She is survived by 2 sons, Keith (Tracy) Johnson, Richard Johnson, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 5, 2026 a 6pm from the parlor at Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral...

Feb 2, 2026

Mildred Hortense Towers Davis, age 91, passed away peacefully on February 2nd in New Market, Alabama, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on August 25, 1934, in McKenzie, Alabama, Mildred lived a long and meaningful life grounded in love, faith, and family.

Mildred devoted her professional life to public service with the Department of the Army, Defense Finance and Accounting Service,...

Jan 28, 2026

Betty Deerman Vaughn Cauley, age 94, resident of Lighthouse Memory Care in Ocean Springs, MS, born on June 10, 1931 in Gadsden, AL, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026. Betty was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She loved crocheting, sewing, crafting and gardening. She loved her family and her devoted fur baby Toby, who will all miss her...

Jan 28, 2026

John Edward McDaniel, age 68, passed away in the comfort of his home on January 28, 2026.

Though he considered himself a true citizen of Mobile, he came from a military family so John was able to live all across the world. John’s skill set and careers ranged far and wide working as a master mechanic for Harley Davidson, a manager...

Jan 27, 2026

Janette "Jan" Marie Thompson Ladnier, 66, went peacefully to be with our Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.She was born on January 25, 1960, in Ellisville, Mississippi, to Robert "Holmes" Knight and Billie Ruth Witt. Jan graduated from Pascagoula High School in 1978 and went on to work at Huntington Ingalls, where she was known for her strong...

Jan 27, 2026

William Franklin DeWitt of Mobile, AL, born August 30, 1951, passed away January 27, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Elizabeth Pitman DeWitt.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Carol, and beloved pets, Ralphie, Duke and Sam; other family and many friends.

Visitation will be Monday, February 2, 2026, at Mobile Memorial...

Jan 27, 2026

Willis Houston Pipkins, Sr. ("Bill"), 82, of Wiggins, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

Bill was born on January 24, 1944, in Mobile, Alabama. He graduated from Theodore High School, where he was a talented athlete who played both football and baseball. He was a member of The Theodorian staff and was selected for the school's Who's...

Jan 24, 2026

Betty Joyce (Missildine) Richburg, age 82, passed away in Wiggins, MS on January 24, 2026.

Mrs. Richburg and her husband owned and ran Richburg's Hardware Store in Gulfport, MS., only closing it's doors recently after 84 years in business. She was a member of O'Neal Road Church of Christ for many years until illness kept her from attending. She absolutely...

Jan 23, 2026

Clyde Kenneth Burroughs, born October 18, 1931 in Mobile, Alabama, passed away January 23, 2026 at the age of 94.His parents, Clyde Alton and Ethelyn Doggette Burroughs, brother Ronald Alton Burroughs, and his wife Betty Keller Burroughs preceeded him in death.He is survived by his daughter Gina Burroughs (Ronnie) Stringfellow, sister Brenda Burroughs (Larry) VanManen of Phoenix, Arizona, grandson Justin...

Jan 23, 2026

James Howard Orso, age 83, of Mobile, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of January 23, 2026.

Born on November 14, 1942, in Birmingham, Alabama, James lived a life defined by service, dedication, and deep love for his family. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1960 to 1964. Following his military...

Jan 23, 2026

Judith Diane (Wright) McLendon, age 78, passed away in the comfort of her home on January 23, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.

Ms. Judith was a devote Christian woman with a passion for helping others. She and her husband were part of the Christian Motorcycle Association, accumulating donations for Toys for Tots, and ministering to the less fortunate and homeless...

Jan 22, 2026

It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of Sarah Evelyn Dyess Hawkins.

She was born on March 27, 1937 and passed peacefully at her home in Mobile, Alabama on January 22, 2026 with her family by her side.

She was a beloved mother of three children: Willie M. Hawkins Jr (Angela), Kathy Hawkins Robinson, Ellen Hawkins...

Jan 21, 2026

Jan 21, 2026

Robert Melvin "Poppa" Taylor, Sr., a lifelong resident of Theodore, Alabama, went home to be with the Lord on January 21, 2026, passing peacefully at home surrounded by the family he loved so dearly.

Poppa was preceded in death by the love of his life and constant companion of 63 years, Beatrice "Nana" Faircloth Taylor, who no doubt greeted him...

Jan 20, 2026

Charles "Chuck" Melvin Spence, Jr., was born in Mobile, Alabama on December 2, 1953, to Charles Melvin (Pete) Spence, Sr. and Betty Marie Smith Spence. He passed away on January 20, 2026, after a brief illness. He is survived by his aunts: Roxie Bunch, Janice Cochran (Frank), and Jeanette Bauchman (Mike); his uncles: Raymond Smith and Donald Ray Smith (Marilyn);...

Jan 17, 2026

Joyce (Howard) Dickens, age 95, passed away in Theodore, AL on January 17, 2026.

Joyce was a strong and independent lady. She will be best remembered for her unconditional love of children. She opened her home to family and friends alike to mentor and provide a warm and loving atmosphere while the parents worked outside of their homes.

Joyce loved baking and...

Jan 13, 2026

Thad Erwin Montgomery, Jr. from childhood known as "Ted or Teddy, Dad, Pawpaw, Pawpaw M, and Pop', entered into the presence of our Lord, January 13, 2026 after a 7 year battle with health issues that never seemed to stop.

Born on October 5, 1946 to Ethland Archibald Montgomery and Thad Erwin Montgomery, Sr. He was preceded in death by...