Obituaries

CLASSMATES AND FAMILY THAT ARE GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN

July 27, 2008

Aurelia McDonald Gaston - Mother of Geary Gaston
GASTON Mrs. Aurelia McDonald Gaston - a native and lifelong resident of Mobile County, AL died Sunday, July 27, 2008 in a local health care facility. Mrs. Gaston was a member of Chickasaw United Methodist Church for 50 years where she was active in the Women of the Church. She was a 1938 graduate of Murphy High School where she was a cheerleader and was active in the Book club and Chickasaw Civic Theatre. Mrs. Gaston was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Leslie S. Gaston. She is survived by two children, Geary A. (Peggy) Gaston, of Semmes, AL and Wanda G. (Frank) Henderson, of Gulf Shores, AL; five grandchildren, Joseph P. (Lori) Gaston, Samuel E. (Leslie) Gaston, Sarah Licalzi, Emily G. (Chris) Hankins, and Frank R. (Rachel) Henderson; nine great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Visitation will be from 4 P. M. until 7 P. M. on Monday at Radney Funeral Home, Saraland. Funeral services will be held at 10 A. M. on Tuesday, July 29, 2008 from Chickasaw United Methodist Church. Mrs. Gaston will be taken to the church one hour prior to services. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Chickasaw Civic Theatre, P. O. Box 11476, Chickasaw, AL 36671. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Funeral arrangements by RADNEY FUNERAL HOME, 1200 Industrial Parkway, Saraland, Alabama 36571
Published in the Mobile Register on 7/28/2008

July 22, 2008

Freddie Ivey Speller - Sister of Jolene Ivey ('58)
SPELLER Mrs. Freddie Ivey Speller - went to be with her Lord on July 22, 2008. She was a native of Quitman, MS and a resident of Chickasaw, AL for over 70 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph T. Speller, her parents, Mr. & Mrs. Fred A. Ivey, a sister, Louise Humphrey, 3 brothers, John, Ralph and Bobby Ivey. She is survived by 3 sisters, Jolene and Louella Ivey and Opal (Carrol) Sullivan, all of Chickasaw, AL and many nieces, nephews, and grand nieces and nephews. Freddie graduated from Quitman High School and Pearl River Jr. College in Mississippi. She was an accountant who worked for GulfPlating Co., Child Day Care Asso., Kennedy Electric Co and Scott Paper Co. She was a member of Chickasaw First Baptist Church where she was faithful until her health declined. She was a former member of Chickasaw Women's Club and the Garden Club of Chickasaw. Funeral services will be held at 11 A. M. on Thursday, July 24, 2008 from the chapel of Radney Funeral Home, Saraland, with burial in Pine Crest Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 A. M. until 11 A. M. on Thursday at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements by RADNEY FUNERAL HOME, 3155 Dauphin Street, Mobile, Alabama 36606.

Published in the Mobile Register from 7/23/2008 - 7/24/2008

June 17, 2008
Ralph Green's Father has passed away. Please keep Ralph and his family in your thoughts and prayers.

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Hiram Ralph Green Sr.

GREEN Hiram Ralph Green, Sr. --Age 89, a native of New Augusta, GA and a longtime resident of Mobile died on Sunday, June 15, 2008 at home. Mr. Green was a WWII veteran serving in the US Army. He was owner of The Big Pig Restaurant in the early 1950's. He worked for Malbis Bakery and retired from Smith's Bakery. Mr. Green was avid golfer and fisherman. He was a very devoted husband and father through the years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Annette M. Arnot Green; one sister and four brothers. Survivors include his daughters, Annette Green (Bob) Bunch and Sandra A. Green; sons, H. Ralph (Linda) Green, Jr. and Gregory A. Green; sisters, Juanita Keck and Eloise (Herman) Stone; grandchildren, Benjamin (Debbie) Green, Aurelia (Chip) Travis, Tony (Tracey) Green, Rob (Karen) Bunch, Jr., Michelle (David) Bentley, Herb (Neile) McMaster and Jennifer McMaster; sixteen great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 18, 2008 at 12:00 p.m. from the chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 12 noon Wednesday prior to services. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Funeral arrangements by RADNEY FUNERAL HOME, 1200 Industrial Pkwy, Saraland, AL.

Published in the Mobile Register on 6/17/2008.

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June 9, 2008

Sandra Stone our '62 classmate is married to Johnny Norsworthy

John Thomas Norsworthy
NORSWORTHY John Thomas Norsworthy born January 12, 1943 went to be with his Lord and Savior on June 7, 2008. "I have fought the good fight I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Finally there is laid up for me the Crown of Righteousness which the Lord the Righteous Judge will give to me." 2 Tim. 4: 7-8. John a loving husband, father, pops & friend will be forever in our hearts. He was preceded in death by his parents Ruby G. & Bernard Norsworthy of Chickasaw, AL. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years Sandra L. Norsworthy, daughter Shelley A. Wiley of Hallen, Nebraska, son John T. Jr. & (Stephanie) Norsworthy of Mobile, AL, son Carlton Todd & (Michelle) Norsworhty of Mobile, AL and daughter Patti L. & (Ralph) Sweetland of Mobile, AL. Eight wonderful grandchildren, Daniel & (Rita) Wiley, Melissa & (Yurie) Titov, Brett Wiley, Karissa Sweetland, Alexis Sweetland, Trey Stockman, Samantha Norsworthy, John R. Norsworthy and great granddaughter Lilla Titov. Brother James & (Betty Lou) Norsworthy, sister Mary Alice Blow, sister Louise Kinloch, and sister Diane & (Russell) Mothershed. John served his country in the United States Air Force for 28 years and retired as Chief Master Sgt. in 1990. He was presently employed at Mobile Aero Space Engineering. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 3:00 PM from the chapel of Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home. Interment will be in Mobile Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held on Tuesday evening from 5 to 8 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the document.write('' + unescape('American%20Cancer%20Society') + ''); American Cancer Society, Joe Lee Griffin Hope Lodge at 1104 Ireland Way, Birmingham, AL 35209, Attn: Angela Taylor, director or Wears Valley Ranch, Christian Ministry to young people, 3601 Lyon Springs Road, Sevierville, TN 37862, In memory of John T. Norsworthy. " We have known the love of the Father by the love shown to us by John. He has always been willing to lay down his life for others." John 3: 14-16. Funeral arrangements by Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home 6040 Three Notch Rd. Mobile, AL. Published in the Mobile Register on 6/9/2008.

Frank Carl Killian
KILLIAN Mr. Frank Carl Killian - Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania September 11, 1920, died on Saturday June 7, 2008 at a local hospital. He was next to the youngest and last survivor of six brothers and sisters. The son of Polish immigrants, he first learned to speak English in elementary school. He worked in a steel mill in Ambridge Pennsylvania prior to attending the University of Alabama, where he played football on an athletic scholarship. His studies were interrupted by World War Two; he volunteered for the US Marine Corps and served as a field artilleryman at Iwo Jima and in the postwar occupation of Japan. After the war, he completed his bachelor's degree and earned a Master of Arts degree, both at Alabama. He worked as a science teacher for Mobile County Schools, teaching at Azalea Road Middle School, and Vigor, Sidney Phillips, and Alba High Schools. He coached football and basketball at Vigor; years later, former students would greet him "Hey, Coach" at Mardi Gras parades and elsewhere around town. He was married to the late Nora B. Killian for 57 years and was the father of three children (Mary, Walter, and Ann), six grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. He attended Our Lady of Fatima, where he was President of the Holy Name Society, and St. Pius X Catholic Churches. He is survived by children Mary Dohrman of Huntsville and husband Art, Walter Killian of Tillman's Corner and wife Diane, Ann Killian of Mobile, as well as grandchildren Rachel Killian, Shawn Wise, Carl Dohrman, Annette Dohrman, Joe Howard, and Frank Killian. Many people he encountered in his daily activities will remember his distinctive greeting: "May the palms of your oasis be as beautiful as your name." Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Pius X Catholic Church on Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 10, 2008 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with the Wake Service at 6:00 p.m. at Radney Funeral Home on Dauphin Street. Interment will be in Mobile Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by RADNEY FUNERAL HOME, 3155 Dauphin St., Ext., Mobile, AL 36606. Published in the Mobile Register on 6/9/2008.

June 5, 2008 (approx)

WILLIAM A. THERRELL - Father of Dickie Therrell ('61)
William A. "Buddy" Therrell, who retired from Alabama Dry Docks and Shipbuilding Co. as an electrician and an electrical superintendent, died Thursday at a local hospital. He was 87.
Therrell, a native of Whistler and a resident of Dyas Fork, had served as a deacon and a Sunday school teacher at Victory Assembly of God Church in Eight Mile. He was an U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and had served on the USS Franklin D. Roosevelt.
He is survived by his wife, Lily Virginia "Jenny" Therrell of Dyas Fork; four sons, Dick Therrell of Mobile, Joe Therrell of Semmes, Andy Therrell of Bay Minette, and Steve Thomley of Beulah, Fla.; four daughters, Juanita Smith of Creola, Sheila Therrell of Bay Minette, Debbie Still of Prattville, Ala., and Teri Guy of Beulah; a brother, Sam Therrell of Monroeville; four sisters, Doris Bowman of Eight Mile, Georgia Lewis of Monroeville, Betty Feroumont of Semmes and Peggy Woodson of Eight Mile; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 9 tonight at Norris Funeral Home in Bay Minette, where the service is set for 3 p.m. Saturday. Burial will follow in Perdido Baptist Cemetery in Perdido.

May 30, 2008

The first is a note from Joyce Walker-Sentel who attended the visitation for Dorothy Marler-Hicks.
The second is for Patsy McKay-Fretwell. Jerry Fretwell could use some grief support from some of us who knew Pat McKay.
The third is for Judith Gaye Brown - who was a childhood friend & classmate and a Brownie with many of our lady classmates.
I think she worked with Conrad Williams, Tommie Pierce and Gloria Smith-Liggitt in the Corp of Engineers.
The fourth is Betty Knapp from the class of ‘61
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Jean - got to spend some time with Jason and his wife, Andrea. Jason looks a lot like Carson. Windy was there - very, very skinny -- and can no longer speak!

Jason said it's still hard on him about losing his mother. I asked if they would stay at Carson and Dot's or move back to Mobile. Jason said they would be coming back to Mobile to live.

Said his mother, about two weeks after
Carson's death quit eating!!!! - She knew that Carson was not there, and gave up.

Just heard from my daughter, Melissa there in Sugar Land - Edward, the oldest (5 on 11 Jun) fell this afternoon playing with a little friend and broke his arm.... Told her that's part of growing up! -- and knowing Edward, that won't be the only time he breaks something!!! (-: Typical BOY!!

Joyce
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Patricia McKay Fretwell

"I LOST MYSELF WHEN I LOST YOU" I lost myself when I lost you And I cannot seem to find The life I had before you left Before hopelessness conquered my mind People tell me it will get better And perhaps in time it will But right now, I'm simply existing Numbly trying to feel Any emotion that extends beyond pain Any tiny ray of hope Wishing for a light to guide me through the darkness Some method or means to cope And so each day I awaken And I take the time to breathe Mechanically going through the motions Which provide moments of respite… In Memory of PATRICIA FRETWELL JERRY FRETWELL

Published in the Mobile Register on 5/30/2008.
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Judith Gaye Brown
Judith Gaye Brown May 30, 1944-Febuary 6, 2008 Mom, we will always be proud to call you our mother. You were always there for us. You took good care of us when we were small, always sacrificing for us. You were always there to listen and encourage us. You have shared in our sorrows and successes. You have shared in our laughter and tears. We could never have asked for a better mother or friend. Losing you is the deepest pain we have ever known. We strive to live by your example and make you proud. Because we love you so much, we will always hold you close to our hearts. Happy Birthday Gee! We love and miss you! Ashley, Jennifer, Katie, Piper, Steven and Mike The daughters of Gaye Brown would like to say a special thank you to her friends at the Army Corps of Engineers, the Outpatient Cath Lab staff at Mobile Infirmary, and so many others. The love and support shown to us has been overwhelming. Our mother would have been honored and touched.

Published in the Mobile Register on 5/30/2008.
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Betty Knapp Demetropolis Class of ‘61
DEMETROPOLIS Mrs. Betty Knapp Demetropolis, age 65. A native of West Bend, AL and a resident of Theodore, AL died on May 22, 2008 at a local hospital. She attended Magnolia Springs Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 44 years Mr. Gus Demetropolis of Theodore, AL. Children; Keith Demetropolis of Mobile, AL and Lori Demetropolis (Richard) Tapio of Mobile, AL. Two brothers; John Knapp, Sr. of Chickasaw, AL and Paul Knapp of Fairford, AL. Four grandchildren; Kasey Demetropolis, Micah Tapio, Kristina Demetropolis and Serena Tapio. Nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 27, 2008 at 10:00 AM from the chapel of Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home. Interment will be in Mobile Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held on Monday evening from 5 to 8 PM at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements by Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home 6040 Three Notch Rd. Mobile, AL.

Published in the Mobile Register from 5/25/2008 - 5/26/2008.

May 28, 2008
DOROTHY JEAN MARLER HICKS
HICKS Mrs. Dorothy Jean Hicks died May 26, 2008 at her home in Fairhope, AL. She was born October 24, 1944 at Pensacola Naval Air Station, Pensacola, FL and during her lifetime resided in Mobile, Birmingham, and Fairhope. She was a graduate of Vigor High School and was employed and retired from Bell South Telephone Company. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Carson Hicks; parents James Hardy Marler and Frances Jean Shipman Marler; brother Gene Marler and sister Sandy Lewis. Mrs. Hicks is survived by daughter Melinda "Wendy" Jean Hicks Tidmore, son-in-law Mark Anthony Tidmore, Son Richard Jason Hicks, daughter-in-law Andrea Landry Hicks, grandchildren Christian Sun Tidmore, Samantha Hicks, Riker Carson Hicks, step-grandchildren Jacob Aaron Lynn, Garrett Landry, and Austin Landry; three brothers: Ronnie Marler, Bill Marler, and Charles Marler; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services are to be held in the chapel of Pine Crest Funeral Home on Thursday, May 29, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. The family will receive friends from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Pine Crest Cemetery. Arrangements by Pine Crest Funerals and Cremations, 1939 Dauphin Island Parkway, Mobile, AL 251-478-5227.

Published in the Mobile Register on 5/28/2008.

May 18, 2008

Robert Gerald Livings
LIVINGS Robert Gerald Livings - better known as "Bobby" or "Bob"; a native and lifelong resident of Mobile, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2008 at his home. Bobby was a graduate of Vigor High School and the University of Alabama. Bobby was a retired auditor for the Alabama Credit Union League, and an accountant for Joe Bullard Automotive. Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Gail Billingsley Livings; a son, Keith Andrew Livings of Norman, OK; a daughter, Olivia Maureen Livings Simms of Mobile; two grandchildren, Hailey Bre-Anne Simms and Hunter Simms, both of Mobile; one brother, James Hinton Livings of Birmingham; two nieces; two nephews; other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held from the chapel of Radney Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 21, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 20, 2008 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Pine Crest Cemetery West. Memorial donations may be made to the document.write('' + unescape('American%20Cancer%20Society') + ''); American Cancer Society, 900 Western America Circle, Mobile, AL 36609. Arrangements by RADNEY FUNERAL HOME, 3155 Dauphin St., Ext., Mobile, AL 36606. Published in the Mobile Register on 5/20/2008.

May 12, 2008

Janice Evans Andrews
ANDREWS Janice Evans Andrews - A native and lifelong resident of Mobile, died Monday, May 12, 2008 at a local hospital. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to all, she will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Mrs. Andrews' passion in life was helping others. She was preceded in death by her baby boy; her parents, John Frank and Velta Evans, and her sister, Minnie Elizabeth Evans. Survivors include her husband, Vernon T. Andrews; two sons, John (Shelley) Andrews and Chris Andrews; two grandchildren, Baylee Lane Andrews and Thomas Joseph Andrews, all of Mobile; two sisters, Faye Morrow of Mobile and Gwen Rowe of Bonita Springs, FL; two brothers, Glynn (Ethel) Evans of Mobile and Ralph (Harriette) Evans of Saraland; her devoted niece, Linda (John) Richardson of Mobile; other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Graveside services and interment will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in Mobile Memorial Gardens officiated by Rev. Mike Bedford. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Memorial and Honor Program, P. O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312. Arrangements by MOBILE MEMORIAL GARDENS FUNERAL HOME, 6040 Three Notch Rd., Mobile, AL 36619. Published in the Mobile Register on 5/13/2008.

4/29/2008
From Jane Davison-Sacerich
I called Barbara (Constantine) Young-Singleton's husband, Roger, and he told me that Barbara died Sunday afternoon. She was in the hospital less than a week and her death was very unexpected and happened fast. Fortunately she did not suffer. Basically, the anti-rejection drugs that she took for the kidney transplant caused pancreatitis.
Roger requested that donations be made to the National Kidney Foundation so someone else could live.
From Joyce Walker-Sentell
I just heard from Lenore Eilers Patrick .... More sad news: Barbara (Constantine) Young-Singleton a dear "elementary/middle school" classmates has died (apparently last night or early this morning) in Maitland, Florida. Lenore is trying to call Barbara's son back to get more information.