December 10, 2010
COLEMAN Wayne Coleman passed away at his home on December 10th with his wife and sister by his side. He was born on March 1, 1942 in Columbus, MS. Mr. Coleman was a long time resident of Saraland, AL and resided in Toxey, AL for the past 13 years. He was a deacon at Lusk Baptist Church, Toxey, AL. He graduated from Vigor High School in 1962, and was an outstanding football, basketball, and baseball player for three years at Vigor High School. He was also high school 1962 All American Quarterback at Vigor. He also played softball for Southern Fastener for many years. He was an employee of Alabama Power Company Highline Crew for 35 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Allie Mae Coleman, and one brother Charles A. Coleman. He was survived by his wife, and high school sweetheart, of 48 years, Betty T. Coleman. One son Jerry Wayne Coleman (Deanne) of Dothan, AL, two daughters, Shelly Bassett (John) of Mobile, AL., and Theresa Coleman (Dr. James Guarrera) of New York City. Three granddaughters, Kelsey and Ashton Coleman, and Maddie Bassett. One brother, Billy Coleman (Janice) of Citronelle, AL; and one sister Kay Dunnam (Terry) of Mobile, AL; and many cherished nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at Lusk Baptist Church, Toxey, AL on Saturday, December 18, 2010 at 2 P.M. The family will receive visitors one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Gideon Bibles in memory of Wayne. The family would like to extend a special "Thank You" to Dr. Manning and her staff, and Jody, Josephine, Tammy, Matt and Bro. Mike of Southern Care Hospice Service for their love and professional care given to Mr. Coleman during his time of sickness.
Published in the Press-Register on December 16, 2010
October 8, 2010
William Wayne Jackson, 66, a native of Mobile, Ala., passed away Friday, Oct. 8, 2010, at his home in Gonzales, LA. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and brother. He will be fondly remembered for his love of hunting and fishing. He was a hard worker and a good provider who was afraid if he quit working he would die…that's why he worked so hard for so long. He retired from Shell Chemical after 27 years of service. Wayne is survived by two sons, David Wayne Jackson and wife Monique Thibodeaux-Jackson, and Paul Eric Jackson and wife Stacy Bergeron Jackson; two grandchildren, Holli and Seth; brother, John Weldon Jackson and wife Eloise; nieces and nephews, Randy and wife Pam, Brenda, and Terry and wife Sharon; great-nieces and great-nephews, Ranzi, Bryce, Avery and Brett; and special friend, Pat Scarbrough. He was preceded in death by his wife, Cherie Mattoon Jackson; and parents, John Jim Jackson and Alice Mary Glass Jackson. Visitation at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., Monday, Oct. 11, from 11 a.m. until time of services at 2 p.m. Interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park.
Published in The Advocate on October 10, 2010
September 7, 2010
EDDIE W. WHITEHEAD Died September 12, 2005 - Sad news from Eddie’s sister, Eileen (Whitehead) Huisman
Email from Classmates.com - I have replied, but no answer yet.
Jean,
Yes, I was trying to get in touch with Jean Adams, 1964.
I saw her at one of the reunions. We had a picture taken with 5 of us that all went to Sunday School together since we were children. It was fun seeing how we have all aged.
Yes, I am Eddie Whiteheads sister. I just found out that he died, Sept. 12, 2005. His one daughter that is still alive was having someone trace her family and his name, birthdate, service info. was all correct. He has been living in the Philippines since he retired from the Navy. He was in the Navy his entire career. I lived in Italy one year and he called me the year I returned. That was the last that I heard from him. The connection was bad and I was not sure that I heard his correct address. I wrote, but never heard from him again. His daughter is upset that no one contacted any of us. Maybe his new family cannot read English. Anyway, would you let the leader of your reunions know ? I am trying to find a few of our classmates and it is always nice to know where they are when someone has the info.
Did you go to school with Eddie through the years or just at Vigor? I remember that he ran tract. He was dating a girl named Joyce, I think. Can't remember her last name. Do you remember anything about him? I remember Jean's brother. I saw him at the hospital and called him by his nickname. He was surprised that I knew him and he asked me how. The older boys never looked at us younger girls!!!! He went to my church and that was how I knew him.
Thanks for contacting me. Anything that you can remember about Eddie, I will tell his daughter.
Was in Houston this past Spring. I drove the motor home across from Calif. to N.C. Stayed in Mobile 1 month as I have one brother that lives there. He is all that I have left of my immediate family. Houston is so big, I stayed as far away as I could!!! Eileen
August 8, 2010
Yvonne (Barnett) Necaise's brother
BARNETT Wilber Jarrell Barnett, born December 26, 1940, age 69, died Sunday, August 8, 2010 at Forest General Hospital in Hattiesburg, MS. Mr. Barnett was a native of Mobile, AL and a resident of Petal, MS. He was a Microwave Technician with Motorola Corporation and he served in the United States Army during the Viet Nam War. He is survived by his wife, Mamie Sue Barnett of Petal, MS; brother, William Ted (Jeanette) Barnett of Slidell, LA, sisters, Yvonne (Jimmy) Necaise of Mobile, AL, Eileen (Kent) Brown of Mobile, AL, Angie Barnett Balzi of Mobile, AL, Numerous Nieces and Nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 10, 2010 from 10:30 AM until 11:30 AM at Lathan Funeral Home in Chatom, AL and then proceed to South Oak Grove Cemetery in Fruitdale, AL for a Graveside Service with Rev. Johnny Coaker officiating. An online guestbook may be signed at www.lathanfuneral homes.com. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Lathan Funeral Home, Chatom, AL
Published in the Press-Register on August 10, 2010
June 17, 2010
Patricia (Pate) Covin's ex-husband and father of their children
COVIN - Mr. Joseph "Joe" Arrie Covin, age 72. Born in Brewton, AL and resident of Theodore, AL died on Thursday, June 17, 2010. Mr. Covin served in the U.S. Army, retired from Gulf Fibers and worked at Spring Hill Golf Course. He is survived by his wife Nancy Weaver Covin; Former wife and mother of his children, Patricia Covin; children, Tony Covin and Patti Collins; step children, Kelly (Rhett) Butler and Brandon Dueitt; sister, Omagene (Dean) Cooper; step sister, Robin Haney. Ten grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 21, 2010 at 12 Noon from the chapel of Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home. Interment will be in Mobile Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held on Sunday evening from 5 to 8 PM at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements by Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 6040 Three Notch Rd. Mobile, AL 36619. Condolences may be offered at www.mmgfuneralhome.com
June 8, 2010
Larry Onderdonk's Mother
ONDERDONK Virginia Augusta Richardson Onderdonk - A sweet loving mother and homemaker, born in Chickasaw, AL and a resident of Saraland since 1981, passed away at the age of 89 on Saturday, June 19, 2010 at home. She was a member of Georgetown Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Pruitt Onderdonk, Sr.; parents, William and Sallie Richardson; three brothers, William, Gaines and Melvin Richardson; and one sister, Vera Mae Miller. Survivors include six children, Henry (Nita) Onderdonk, Larry (Linda) Onderdonk, Dottie (Loyd) Golden, Paula Nelson, Mike (Diane) Onderdonk and Anna (Steve) Davis; one sister, Elizabeth Heck; grandchildren, Connie (Tim), Shelley (Mark), Larry, Jr. (Shawna), Cristen (Todd), Matthew, Chad; Jenny, Amy (Dave) and numerous other step-grandchildren; great-grandchildren, Caleb, Colby and Michael; Anna, Abby, Cady and numerous other step-great-grandchildren; and many other relatives, friends and caregivers. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 22, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. from the chapel of Radney Funeral Home in Saraland with Bro. Edgar Brunson officiating. Soloist will be her son-in-law, Steve Davis. The family will receive friends at the funeral home beginning at 9:00 a.m. Graveside services and interment will be at 12:00 noon in Chatom Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dave Hollowell, Loyd Golden, Matthew Golden, Chad Onderdonk, Todd Mahone and Larry Onderdonk, Jr. Condolences may be offered at www.radneyfuneral home-saraland.com. Arrangements by:
Published in the Press-Register on June 21, 2010
May 15, 2010
Woodrow Walker's mother-in-law
BROWN Catherine Amelia Booth Brown, age 84, of Chunchula, AL, died Saturday, May 15, 2010, at her residence. She was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church and worked as a secretary for an electrical contractor. She was also a member of Order of the Eastern Star in Chickasaw, AARP, and Widowed Persons Group. She is survived by her Son, Charles E. (June) Brown of Roswell, GA; Her Daughter, Barbara (Woody) Walker of Mobile, AL; Four Grandchildren, Ashley (Christopher) Anderson, Amber Mason, Torii (Dominick) Stratas, and Jim Walker; Ten Great Grandchildren, Gavin, Victoria, Courtney, Caytlin, Christian, Shelby, Zack, Mary Katherine, Caroline and Mia; Her Sister In Law-Lucille Booth of Citronelle, AL; and other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends from 2PM until the 3PM Funeral Service on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at Fellowship Baptist Church with Rev. Paul Ott and Rev. Alvin Sullivan officiating. Interment will be at Lott Cemetery in Citronelle, AL. An online register book may be signed at www. freemanfh.com. Freeman Funeral Home Citronelle, AL
Published in the Press-Register on May 18, 2010
March 24, 2010
Mrs Evelyn Fuller - Teacher at K.J. Clark Jr. High School
FULLER Evelyn Stanley Fuller- 90, of Huntsville, AL (formerly Mobile) died Wednesday, March 24, 2010 in a Huntsville nursing facility. Funeral services are being held at 2 pm Saturday, March 27, 2010 from Wyatt Funeral Home with burial following in Peaceful Acres Memorial Gardens. The family will be receiving friends one hour prior to the service. She is survived by her daughter, Jenny & Dennis Clark; son, Stan & Deb Fuller; sister, Nell Dorsey; and 5 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Foye D. Fuller. Mrs. Fuller was a former teacher at K.J. Clark School. John Davis will be officiating with Wyatt Funeral Home in Opp directing. (334-493-2506)
Published in Press-Register on March 27, 2010