Local Obituaries for Citronelle, AL

Corby B. Havard

Corby B. Havard

Mar 29, 2023

 

Corby B. Havard, or Nana as she was lovingly known to her family, was a kind-hearted and selfless individual who always put the needs of others before herself. Born on May 06, 1960, in Leakesville, Mississippi, Corby dedicated her life to raising her family and being a faithful companion. On March 29, 2023, at the age of 62, Corby...

Renovia Johnston

Renovia Johnston

Mar 27, 2023

Renovia Johnston, also known as Novia, was a kind, selfless, and loving woman who lived a life full of joy. She spent her entire life putting others before herself and dedicated her life to giving back to her community. Born in McIntosh, Alabama on October 02, 1937, she passed away at the age of 85 in her home in Semmes,...

Dillard Glen Covington

Dillard Glen Covington

Mar 26, 2023

 

Dillard Glen Covington, known to many as a pillar of the community, passed away on March 26, 2023, at the age of 75, surrounded by his loving family at the Springhill Medical Center. Born on November 29, 1947, in Washington County, Alabama, Dillard lived a life dedicated to selflessness, kindness, and love.

Dillard was a man who always had...

Richard Davis, Sr.

Richard Davis, Sr.

Mar 24, 2023

 

Richard Davis Sr., also known as "Pop," lived a full and meaningful life. He was born in Mount Vernon, Alabama on January 29, 1944 and passed peacefully on March 24, 2023, at the age of 79. Pop was surrounded by his loving family when he was met by the open arms of Jesus.

Richard was a loving husband of...

Betty Belle Dailey

Betty Belle Dailey

Mar 24, 2023

 

Betty Belle Dailey, also known as Bea, was an extraordinary and caring individual who will be greatly missed by those who knew her. Her entire life was dedicated to her family, and she spent much of her time creating a happy home for her children. She had a warm and welcoming personality that put people at ease, and her...

Mary Lillian Webb

Mary Lillian Webb

Mar 23, 2023

Mary Lillian Webb, age 90, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023 at her residence with her family by her side. Known to many simply as Lillian, was an incredible woman with a heart of gold. She touched countless lives throughout her long and remarkable life, and she will be remembered fondly by all who knew her. Lillian was a beloved...

Bobbie Jean Yow

Bobbie Jean Yow

Mar 23, 2023

 

Bobbie Jean Yow, a resident of McIntosh, Alabama, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023.  She was 84 years old.  Bobbie was a loving wife, mother, and sister, and a true friend to her friends. She was a faithful member of Reed's Chapel Baptist Church and spent 30 years working for the government and helped many veterans and active service...

Eleanor Lee Herr

Eleanor Lee Herr

Mar 17, 2023

 

Eleanor Lee Herr, 82, of Citronelle, passed away on March 17, 2023, at Mobile Infirmary, Mobile, AL.

Visitation will be 10:00 am Saturday March 25 with Funeral services to follow at Calvert Baptist Church, Calvert Alabama. Introductory remarks by Rev. Bryan Austin, her nephew. Pastor Clay Lewis will be officiating.   Burial will follow at Calvert Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements by...

Eddie RV Byrd, Sr.

Eddie RV Byrd, Sr.

Mar 16, 2023

Eddie Byrd, “Poppa”, “Big Swede,” “Junior”, “ Eddie Nun”, and “Big Poppa Pump”, departed this life, peacefully at home and transitioned to his eternal heavenly home on March 16, 2023. Eddie was 71 years old. He was a great husband, father, Poppa, brother, uncle, and friend. He was quite a character. If you knew him, you never forgot him. Eddie...

Benjie Anthony Covington, Jr.

Benjie Anthony Covington, Jr.

Mar 9, 2023

 

Benjie “Wee Wee” Covington, Jr. went home to Jesus on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at age 35. 

Benjie was born to Benjie Covington and April Taylor (Hodge) on April 29, 1987, in Mcintosh, Alabama. As a child, he was always the comedian that kept everyone smiling! 

Benjie met the mother of his children, Astrid Torres in 2012, and after...

Kevin Lamar Minchew

Kevin Lamar Minchew

Mar 9, 2023

 

Kevin Lamar Minchew, a resident of Citronelle, Alabama, passed away Thursday, March 09, 2023, at his home.  He was 58 years old.  Kevin worked as a carpenter for many years.  He dedicated his life to his work and his family.  In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and he was always helping those in need.  Most of all, Kevin...

Ola Joanna Jordan Gunn

Ola Joanna Jordan Gunn

Mar 7, 2023

 

Ola Joanna “Toot” Gunn, a resident of Chunchula, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, March 07, 2023, at Mobile Infirmary.  She was 37 years old.  Toot enjoyed her mother daughter days and loved to help her daughter play dress-up.  She also enjoyed shopping and fishing in her spare time.

She was preceded in death by her son, Colton Gunn; and grandfathers,...

Oliver Wayne Cole

Oliver Wayne Cole

Mar 1, 2023

 

Oliver Wayne Cole, a resident of Mount Vernon, Alabama, passed away at his home Wednesday, March 01, 2023.  He was 78 years old.  Wayne, as he was lovingly known, worked as a saw man in the pulpwood industry for many years.  He enjoyed baseball and his favorite team was the Boston Red Sox.  Most of all, Wayne loved his...

Henry Marshall Wilson

Henry Marshall Wilson

Feb 27, 2023

 

Henry Marshall Wilson, a resident of Malcolm, Alabama, passed away Monday, February 27, 2023, at Saad Hospice Services in Mobile.  He was 84 years old.  Marshall served in the United States Army and Army National Guard.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding his tractor, and his golfcart.  Marshall was also an avid Alabama fan.  Most of all, he loved to...

Roland Beaulemette Donavan, III

Roland Beaulemette Donavan, III

Feb 27, 2023

 

 

Roland Beaulemette Donavan, III, went to his heavenly home on Monday, February 27, 2023.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of forty years, Mrs. Catherine Donavan; daughter, Jessica Parham (Jordy); son, Roland B. Donavan, IV (Shasta); stepson, Ronnie Baxter; four grandchildren, Jordan Parham (Marina), Madelyn Parker (Colton), Blake Donavan (Hannah), and Shelby Donavan; four greatgrandchildren,...

Kathy Ann Copeland Ferguson

Kathy Ann Copeland Ferguson

Feb 24, 2023

 

Kathy Ann Copeland Ferguson, aged 68, residing in Turnerville, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on February 24, 2023.

Kathy, born November 23, 1954, to Othella and Brady Jerald Copeland, grew up in Turnerville, and graduated from Citronelle High School in 1973. She went on to study at the University of Mobile and received her degree in nursing in...

Norma Faye Watts

Norma Faye Watts

Feb 22, 2023

 

Norma “Faye” Watts, age 83, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at her home in Citronelle, AL.  She was surrounded by her family.

Faye was born on October 14, 1939, in Gilbertown, AL. She was a retiree of the Mobile County Public School System. She was a faithful member of Cedar Creek Holy Church of God and was known...

Johnny Keith Grider

Johnny Keith Grider

Feb 21, 2023

 

Johnny Keith Grider, a resident of Chunchula, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023.  He was 74 years old.  Johnny enjoyed hunting and game chickens.  Most of all, he loved his family.

Johnny was preceded in death by his son, Keith Grider.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Lavell Grider; children, Sherry Doggett, Cecil Lavon Grider,...

James Arthur O'Brien

James Arthur O'Brien

Feb 21, 2023

 

James Arthur “Jimmy” O’Brien, a resident of Citronelle, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023.  He was 78 years old.  Jimmy served as a submariner in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War, aboard the USS Chopper 342.  Later, Jimmy worked as a facility manager for Avondale Container Yard and became a member of the American Legion Post...

James Oscar Owens

James Oscar Owens

Feb 18, 2023

 

James Oscar Owens, a resident of Vinegar Bend, Alabama, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2023, at his home.  He was 82 years old.  James loved being outside and enjoyed doing yard work.  He also loved to play drums.  Most of all, James loved to spend time with his family.  He was a hard-working father and husband and provided for...