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Doyle Wayne Ellette - December 14, 1946 - April 04, 2022

Departed: 04/04/2022 (Bayou La Batre)

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Soeun Khan - May 05, 1949 - April 03, 2022

Departed: 04/03/2022 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Soeun Khan of Bayou La Batre, 72, passed away on April 3rd, 2022.

Services will be held at Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel on Friday, March 8th from 12 PM until 2 PM. The services will then proceed to Holder Wells Coastal Crematory at 2:15 PM.

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Brandie Nicole Sanspree Wing - October 19, 1980 - March 13, 2022

Departed: 03/13/2022 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Brandie Nicole Sanspree Wing, 41, from Grand Bay, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, March 13, 2022.

Brandie was preceded in death by her grandparents, Edgar Allen and Willie Lou Miller and Burie and Ida Green. She is also preceded in death by her uncles, William Miller, Coy Green and Lester Green.

Brandie is survived by her husband, Billy Sanspree Wing of Grand Bay; her parents, Frank and Sandra Green of Grand Bay; her brothers, Shane White of Grand Bay, Tim Snead of Plant City, Florida, lifelong friend and brother, Les Paul Porter, six nephews, seven nieces, as well numerous aunts, uncles and friends.

Her services are currently pending final arrangements.

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James Wendell Herrington - June 27, 1948 - February 27, 2022

Departed: 02/27/2022 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: James Wendell Herrington, a lifelong resident of Irvington, Alabama, passed from this life on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at the age of 73. Mr. Herrington was preceded in death by his father, Mr. Isaac Newton Herrington, his mother Mrs. Ethel Hammar Herrington, and his wife Mrs. Shirley Tillman Herrington.

Mr. Herrington is survived by his only child, Brandi Herrington Piedra, his son-in- law Audel Piedra, and two grandchildren, Murphy Herrington Zirlott and Brodie Stillwell Cain. Mr. Herrington is also survived by a brother, John Newton Herrington (Susan); a sister, Evelyn Herrington Huffman (Michael); sister-in-law, Catherine “Beth” Bryant (Glen); devoted friends Michael J. and Wanda Bosarge along with nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A graveside service will be held at St. Michael Catholic Cemetery on Monday, March 7th at 10:30 AM.

Pallbearers are Audel Piedra, Brodie Cain, Andrew Bryant, Michael J. Bosarge, Skipper Boone and Barry Bosarge.

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Richard "Ricky" James Clark - November 12, 1960 - February 06, 2022

Departed: 02/06/2022 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Richard “Ricky” James Clark, birth name Richard Drury Stansfield, a resident of Castleberry, Alabama, was born in Miami, Florida November 12, 1960 and passed away on February 6th, 2022.

Preceded in death by his parents, Jean Mae Weihert Clark and adopted father, Robert James Clark; biological father, Robert Rankin Stansfield; daughter, Alysyn Jeane Collins; and devoted friend, Rhonda E. Starliegh.

Richard leaves behind his daughters: Donnagean (Antwann) Bennett of Castleberry, Alabama; Amiee (Dylan Davis) Collins of Grand Bay, Alabama; stepson Christopher Turo; stepdaughter Lauren Collins; 18 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two sisters, Cathy Bowles and Debra (Rick) Oswald; one brother, Jack Arons; life long devoted Kyle Avenger; and good friend John Falgoust.

His funeral will be held at Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel, on Friday, February 18, 2022 at 1 pm. Burial will immediately follow at Oddfellow Cemetery.

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Lesia D. McCafferty - July 08, 1963 - January 15, 2022

Departed: 01/15/2022 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Lesia D. McCafferty, age 58, passed away on January 15, 2022, with family by her side.

She was born in Mississippi and raised in Bayou La Batre, where she returned in death for her final resting place.  She was a devout Christian, loving mother, committed wife, and dedicated sister and aunt. She will be truly missed by all she loved.

Lesia is preceded in death by her mother, Carol Deakle, and sister Darla Deakle.

She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Matt Sr; daughter, Leila (Byron),; son, Matt Jr.; father, Robert (Bozy) Deakle; sisters, Charlotte Deakle and Lillie Collier, grandchildren, Evan, Winry, and Julian; and many nieces and nephews.

There will be a visitation on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 from 11 am - 12 pm at Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel. Her funeral will immediately follow the visitation at 12 pm, with burial to follow at Oddfellow Cemetery.

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Robert Markus Craft, Jr. - May 30, 1979 - October 26, 2021

Departed: 10/26/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Robert Markus Craft, Jr., age 42, a lifelong resident of Irvington, Alabama departed this life on October 26, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his brothers Kevin and Paul Wayne Craft.

He is survived by his mother, Mary Higgins Craft, step-father, Paul R. Nelson, biological father, Robert M. Craft,  Sr., children, Chloe A., Haleigh C. and Mary Anna-Claire Craft, brothers, Jason L., Sr. (Sandy) and Marvin L. (Angel) Craft, nephews, Jason, Jr., Nathan and Christian Craft, and many relatives and friends.

He worked as a carpenter with Jason Pugh, and was a hard worker. He enjoyed doing carpentry work. and visiting family and friends on his off days. He loved his daughters and his family. He will be greatly missed by all.

Services will be held at Oddfellows Hall, 12450 Irvington-Bayou La Batre Hwy, Bayou La Batre, Alabama. Wake will be held from 4 pm to 7 pm on Monday, November 8, 2021. Funeral will be held at 10 am on Tuesday, November 9, 2021. Burial will immediately follow at Oddfellows Cemetery.

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Tesia McGallagher - November 25, 1973 - October 15, 2021

Departed: 10/15/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Tesia Lynn McGallagher, age 47, passed away peacefully October 15th, 2021 at 8:44am.  She was born in Mobile, Alabama on November 25, 1973. Tesia, also known as GiGi by her grandchildren, was a woman loved and known by many in her small town of Coden, Alabama. Often known for her love of cosmetology, where she enjoyed years of laughter, meeting, serving and cutting the hair of many in her community. Her love of serving people through cosmetology was motivated by her love to serve others through the local church she attended, Forward Church, in Irvington, Alabama. The work of her hands and character of her heart can be summed up as follows; “She looks well to the ways of her household

and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: Many women have done excellently, but you surpass them all.” Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain,

but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands,

and let her works praise her in the gates” Proverbs 31:30-31.

Tesia Lynn McGallagher is survived by her husband, Christian McGallagher; children, Dustin and wife, Carrie McGallagher, Justin and wife, Caitlyn McGallagher and grandchildren, Olivia and Wilson Luke McGallagher; siblings, Brandon and wife, Kirbi Johnson and (Bit) Wilson and wife, Misty Johnson.

She was preceded in death by her parents; Wilson Johnson Sr. (Nookie) and Jenny Johnson.

Funeral arrangements will be held at Forward Church located at 11960 Argyle Rd, Irvington, Alabama 36544.

An open casket wake will be held on Tuesday, October 19th, 5:00 - 9:00pm. Followed by funeral and graveside service on Wednesday, October 20th, 11:00am, with burial to follow at Oddfellows Cemetery.

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Phillip E. Clarke - November 14, 1956 - October 06, 2021

Departed: 10/06/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Phillip E. Clarke, Jr. was born November 14, 1956 to Phillip Sr. and Isabel Clarke in the quaint fishing village of Bayou La Batre, Alabama.

He enjoyed his job at the DuPont plant in Moss Point, where he made countless friends. But the joy of his life was his wife Janith Clarke and his three children, Stacey  Clarke (Harold) Windham, Tammy (David) Powers, and Oliver Bart Clarke. Along with his grandchildren Katie (Andy) Hamilton, Victorian Blocker, Josette Clarke, Antonio Clarke, and Natalyn Powers. And great grandchildren Myla and Hayden Lane.

A town historian and wordsmith he loved studying and sharing genealogy and the history of the town he loved. As well as weaving tales of the past and some of his own creation.

God took him home to join his loved ones on October 6, 2021. He joins his wife, Janith Clarke, father, Phillip Clarke Sr, brothers, Robert L Clarke and Daniel L Clarke. And is survived by his mother, children, grandchildren, great grand children, sisters Vita Clarke, Elinor (Jimmy) Edwards, and Sarah (Scott) Bosarge, countless nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends in the community he loved.

Visitation will be Tuesday at San Souci Baptist church at 11:00am followed by a noon service and interment at Oddfellows cemetery.

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Freddie Jean Roberson - June 10, 1951 - August 25, 2021

Departed: 08/25/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Freddie Jean Roberson (Floyes), went home to the Lord on August 25, 2021, she was 70 years old.

Jean was a resident of Coden, Alabama.

She is preceded in death by her parents Robert and Dorothy Floyes and three brothers Phillip Martin Floyes, Thomas Edward Floyes, Donald Anthony Floyes.

Jean is survived by her husband John Roberson of 52 years, and four children, Tina Emmons, Robert Roberson, John Roberson Jr., Brian Roberson. She has a vast amount of grandchildren, great grandchildren, and her brother Dennis Floyes, sisters Barbara Perry, Terry Walker and other family members.

She was loved by many people. As she was not one to keep a secret, my father called her the "press register", and she had a heart of gold.

Mrs. Roberson's visitation will be taking place on Thursday, September 2, 2021 at Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel from 11 am - 1 pm. Her funeral will immediately follow at 1 pm, and burial will take place immediately after the funeral at Oddfellow Cemetery.

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Pamela Jean Reynolds - March 26, 1962 - August 03, 2021

Departed: 08/03/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Pamela Jean Reynolds, 59, passed away on August 3rd, 2021.

She is preceded in death by her father Gilbert Reynolds and her brothers, Chris and David Reynolds.

Pamela is survived by her daughter Crystal Reynolds, her granddaughter Ryleeana Butler, her grandson Clarence Lee,  her husband James Ewing, her mother Chellie Reynolds, her sister Paula (Andrew) Maki, as well as nieces, nephews, and other family and loved ones.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 11th, from the Bayou Chapel location of Kenmar Family Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 11 AM until the service begins at 12 PM. Interment will follow at Oddfellows Cemetery.

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John William Rice, Sr. - October 06, 1949 - July 20, 2021

Departed: 07/20/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: John “Johnny” William Rice Sr., born October 6th, 1949,  passed away surrounded by family  on July 20th, 2021. He was preceded in death by his father James “Jack” William Rice, mother Poppie Eloise “Lois” Rice, and his son Jimmie Derrick Rice.

Johnny was the oldest sibling of a family a five and devoted a majority of his life to family businesses. He worked for Rice Seafood, captained the Miss Vicki as a commercial fisherman, helped lay the foundation and built ships at Master Boat Builders, and maintained vessels for Masco Operators.  He took great pride in his work and the businesses owned by the Rice family.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 48 years, Kanda Rice as well as his sons John William Rice Jr. and James Eric Rice Sr. His surviving beloved grandchildren are Eric Rice Jr., Allison Rice, Jackson Rice, Grant Rice, Ella Rice, Ireland Rice, Carson Rice, Stella Rice, and Harper Rice. Johnny is also survived by his brothers Richard (Debra) Rice, Michael (Debbie) Rice, David (Julie) Rice, and his sister Vicki Rice as well as a host of nephews and nieces.

Visitation will be held at the Bayou La Batre Kenmar Family Funeral Home chapel (14250 South Wintzell Avenue) on Thursday, July 22, 2021. Family visitation will be 4pm until 5pm and then visitation will be open to friends from 5pm until 7pm.  Funeral Services at the Kenmar chapel followed by burial at Oddfellows Cemetery in Bayou La Batre will take place on Friday, July 23, 2021 with services beginning at 10am.

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Robert "Mitchie" Wescovich - May 18, 1949 - July 07, 2021

Departed: 07/07/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Robert "Mitchie" Wescovich of Irvington, AL, born in Coden on May 18, 1949, went home to be with his Lord on July 7th, 2021. Mitchie was among the kindest and gentlest of men. He loved fishing, gardening, story-telling and most of all spending time with family. He leaves behind a legacy of loyalty, hard work and love and will be missed by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents, Edward Carl Wescovich and Marguerite Bosarge Wescovich; his brother, Charles (Brenda) Wescovich; his son, Steven Michael Degerstrom, Sr.; and his great-granddaughter, Reagan Elizabeth Jackson. Mitchie is survived by his wife of 44 years, Anita Collier Wescovich; his children: Molly (Ken) Laurendine, Mandy (Jayme) Jackson, Bobby (Roseann) Wescovich, Jr., Glen (Cunille) Wescovich, and Edward (Mandy) Wescovich; his daugther-in-law, Daphne Silver-Degerstrom-Ferrouillat; his sister, Kathleen (Gary) Lamey; eighteen grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchildren; and many, many friends, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Services will take place at Bellingrath Road Baptist Church in Theodore, AL. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 15th, beginning at 5 PM and on Friday, July 16th, from 10 AM until 11 AM. The funeral service will be held on Friday, July 16th, at 11 AM. Interment will follow the funeral at Dauphin Island Cemetery (820 Chaumont Avenue, Dauphin Island, AL).

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George Earl Bosarge, Jr. - October 18, 1974 - April 22, 2021

Departed: 04/22/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: George E. Bosarge, Jr., 46, was born on October 18, 1974 and went to his eternal home on April 22, 2021.

He is survived by his wife, Sally Bosarge, his son, Dylan Bosarge, his daughters, Chelsea and Kayleigh Bosarge, his step-sons Scott (Marissa) Sprinkle and Nicholas (Austyn) Sprinkle, his four grandsons, Liam, Lawson, Cameron and Lux, his grandparents, John and Carolyn Falana, his mother, Deborah Causey, his sister, Regina Zirlott, and many other family and friends.

He is preceded by his father, George Bosarge, Sr., his sister, Kimberly Bosarge, and grandparents, Ralph Harmon and Toolen and Annie Bosarge.

George was a God chasing, family loving and hardworking man. He sought after The Word of God. He loved his family more than anything. There was nothing he did that he did not do for them. He was the best crane operator in The South. There was no piece of machinery he could not operate. He was a larger than life man. He loved everyone he met and they loved him. He was always outdoors, especially on the water. He loved everything from fishing, shrimping to gill netting. He spent his life serving The Lord, making sure to spread The Word of God every chance he got. There was no limit to his generosity.

His visitation will be held at the Independent Church of God, 12750 Padgett Switch Rd., Irvington, Alabama, 36544, on Thursday, April 29, from 5 pm - 8 pm. His funeral service will be on Friday, April 30 starting at 11 am. Burial will immediately follow at Oddfellow Cemetery.

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John Lyons - September 13, 1941 - April 21, 2021

Departed: 04/21/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: John Lyons, age 79 of Sparta, passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2021. He is preceded in death by his Father, Louis Lyons, his Mother, Geneva L. Lyons, his daughter, Geneva Moran and his son, John Lyons.

He is survived by his companion, Arlene Barrett, his daughters, Rose Crane (Kevin), Margarett Lampe (Matt) and Betty Jean Lyons, his sons, Jerry and Eugene Lyons, his sister Clora Trochesset (Carl) as well as a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

His visitation will be held Wednesday, April 28, 2021 from 12 pm - 2 pm at Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel. Burial will immediately follow at Dorlon Cemetery.

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Elsie E. Ring Johnson - August 01, 1939 - April 19, 2021

Departed: 04/19/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Elsie E. Ring Johnson, 81, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by people who loved her dearly on April 19, 2021. Elsie was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved the Lord and was at church anytime the doors were open. She had the voice of an angel when she sung, but would only sing in the shower or while she was cooking. She was an amazing cook and could make the best homemade biscuits and chicken and dumplings. Elsie will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Elsie is survived by her husband George Johnson Sr., her children: John Johnson, Tony (Carolyn) Johnson, Janie (Alan) Johnson, Billy (Michelle) Johnson, and George (Danielle) Johnson Jr., her sister, Barbara (Ray) Reynolds, and many many grandchildren.

Elsie is preceded in death by her father, Gordon Ring, her mother, Julia Groto Ring, her children: Susie Johnson and Michael Johnson Sr., her siblings: Grace-Ann (Daryl) Brenton, Billy (Jean) Ring, Milton (Barbara) Ring, Dennis (Judy) Ring, Jack (Darleen) Ring, and Jimmy (Kitty) Ring, Her grandchildren: Little Johnny Johnson, Maken Johnson, and Bobby Johnson.

Her funeral service will be held Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at 10:00 AM, it will be located at New Life in Christ Church, 11680 Grand Garden Dr. Grandbay, Al. 36541. Pastor Art Sprinkle. The funeral service will be followed by a graveside service at Serenity Gardens Cemetery.

All are welcome to come and celebrate the life of our loving Elsie E. Ring Johnson going home to be with our Heavenly Father.

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Harry James Verrett, Jr. - May 28, 1982 - April 15, 2021

Departed: 04/15/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Harry James Verrett, Jr. passed away on April 15th, 2021.

The family will hold a public visitation from 12 PM to 2 PM at Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel on Friday, April 23, 2021. The family will speak words of remembrance in Harry's honor around 1 PM.

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Ray Perry Steele - March 04, 1961 - April 05, 2021

Departed: 04/05/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Ray Perry Steele, 60, a native of Bayou La Batre, passed away Monday, April 5, 2021. Perry, was born March 4, 1961, he was a socially active man, who was known well in the community. He was a hard worker and always on the go.

He is survived by his mother Cendra (Larry) Lartigue, father Ray (Velma) Steele, brothers Craig (Leslie) Steele, Jerome (Angie) Christian and David (Jennifer) Steele, sister Michele (Cliff) Hemphill, daughter Stellie Steele and granddaughter Hannah Walters.

Visitation service is scheduled for Friday, April 9, 2021 from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm, at Kenmar Family Funeral Home, 14250 S. Wintzell Ave., Bayou La Batre, Alabama 36509, followed by the graveside service at Oddfellows Cemetery, with C.F. Godwin officiating. Pallbearers will be Larry Bryant, John Burns, Dave Childress, Brian Covington, Reggie Godwin, Chris Godwin, Gill Johnson, David Landry, Tony Moore, Paul Nelson, Walter Steele, Daryl Steiner.

All are welcome to attend and celebrate Perry’s life. The family would like to thank Spring Hill Hospital for taking care of Perry.

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Michael (Mikey) Johnson, Sr. - June 29, 1964 - April 03, 2021

Departed: 04/03/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Michael Johnson Sr. (Mikey) was 56 years young and  a life long resident of Heron Bay, Al,  where he was a Commercial Fisherman. Mikey passed away unexpectedly April 3, 2021 at Providence Hospital in Mobile, Al. He was a loving father, grandfather, son, brother, and uncle. Anyone that knew Mikey, knew his love for Alabama football, Roll Tide!

Michael is survived by his parents, George Johnson and Elsie Johnson, His children, Marissa Johnson and Michael Johnson Jr., his grandchild, Sophia Medina, his siblings, John Johnson, Janie (Alan) Johnson, George (Danielle) Johnson, Billy (Michelle) Johnson, Tony (Carolyn) Johnson, and a whole lot of nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his son, Maken Johnson and his sister, Susie Johnson.

His Memorial Service, which will be handled by the family, will be held on April 17, 2021 at 12:00 pm. It will be at Lighthouse of Hope Holiness Church, 11501 Argyle Rd Irvington, Al 36544, the pastor will be Brother Rusty Johnson. Everyone is welcome to come and celebrate the life of such a loved man.

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Charles Lee Walton - April 24, 1957 - March 31, 2021

Departed: 03/31/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: In loving memory of Lee Walton Looking back on the memory of The dance we shared 'neath the stars above For a moment all the world was right How could I have known that you'd ever say goodbye And now I'm glad I didn't know The way it all would end, the way it all would go Our lives are better left to chance I could have missed the pain But I'd have had to miss the dance Garth Brooks

Our hearts have broken.  The day has come that Lee Walton, dedicated father, beloved Bumpa/Grandpa, and my other half, has passed away at the age of 63 following a courageous journey with pancreatic cancer.   The depth of our grief is surpassed only by the depth of our enduring love for Lee.

Lee is survived by his wife Jane, his children Felicia (Joe), Joshua (Laura), and Cameron, his grandchildren Ella, Ben, Sienna, Everly, and Jake, his siblings Patsy (Tom), Billy (Toni) and Pam (Don), his mother-in-law and father-in-law Sue and Howie, his cat Tig 🙂 and countless other treasured extended family and friends.

Charles Lee Walton was born April 24, 1957 in North Carolina, to Mary Jane and Carl Walton.  He was the youngest of four, the baby of the family.  He spent his childhood in Raleigh, NC and graduated from Sanderson High School and UNC Charlotte.  He worked in healthcare IT at Burroughs, St. Joseph’s Hospital in Asheville, and Huntsville Hospital.  He cared deeply about his work and the contributions he could make - large or small.  Asheville was the place where we met, where we married 24 years ago, and where we began our love story - full of Jimmy Buffett songs and our shared dream of living on the beach - a dream that came true when we moved to Dauphin Island, Alabama five years ago.  His life was made sweeter by the friends and family he had with him all along the way.

Lee’s family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors remember him for his kindness, his patience, his integrity, and his generosity - of his time, of his expertise, of his friendship.  It has been written that people do not remember what you say, but they remember how they made you feel.  Lee was a person who made people feel valued and cared for, to feel hopeful, to feel a deep sense of belonging.  His warmth and compassion touched every person he met.

For his children, Felicia, Josh and Cameron, he was their rock, an unwavering source of love, strength and support.   He believed in their dreams and was so proud of the people they each became.  He cherished them so deeply.  And he cherished his beloved son-in-law Joe and daughter-in-law Laura, so happy for his children to experience the kind of love you only experience when you find your soulmate.  Likewise he has delighted in watching the affection and support between Cameron and his girlfriend Sarah grow over these last years.  If happiness in life is to love and be loved, then Lee lived the happiest of lives because the love he gave to his children - and they to him in return - was boundless.

And just when you think your heart couldn’t love someone as much as you love your children, life gifts you with grandchildren.  For Bumpa, the joy he felt with his five grandchildren Ella, Ben, Sienna, Everly, and Jake was the joy of a lifetime.  He adored them and delighted in every moment spent together - on FaceTime getting hugs and kisses and stories, swimming together in the pool and beach, racing cars down the hall decorated with their artwork,  knocking out our pieces in a heated game of marbles, sharing his Oreos, Rice Krispie treats and snickerdoodle cookies and wearing his special hug bracelet, connected no matter the miles or circumstances.  They adored him and there was rarely a moment together when one of them didn’t have him by the hand or curled up in his lap.   To watch him with his little ones was to experience the purest kind of happiness, an unforgettable joy and love that will stay with us for a lifetime. Longer than There've been fishes in the ocean Higher than Any bird ever flew Longer than There've been stars up in the heavens I've been in love with you Dan Fogelberg

For me, Lee was my everything.  My love, my soulmate, my best friend, my hero, my every missing piece, my fairy tale.  There are no words I can write to explain the love we shared with each other.  My life began when I met Lee.  We raised the most beautiful family together. Having Lee by my side made me a better mother, a better friend and a better person.  I am forever grateful to him for giving me his unconditional love and devotion. I know that our love story will go on through our children and grandchildren, and our many friends and family that have walked alongside us.  To share a love like ours is rare and precious and I will treasure it always.  I will remember him a thousand different ways, in the warmth of the sun on my skin, in the smell of the sea, the feel of the sand, in the bright light of the stars in a dark sky - each one a reminder of the light he brought into my life.

My soulmate is at rest, and I hold him close within me.  Please hold him close, as I do, in your mind and your spirit as we celebrate our love for Lee and the lasting impact he has made on each one of us.

I love you Lee, now and forever. Those crazy days and crazy ways We never want to un-do We'll be together now and forever At the Blue Heaven rendezvous Jimmy Buffett - Jane Walton Memorial contributions may be made to University of South Alabama Mitchell Cancer Institute in honor of the amazing nurses, doctors and staff and the care they provided to Lee.      https://giving.usahealthsystem.com/mcigifts

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Victoria Chastine Payne - August 31, 1931 - March 26, 2021

Departed: 03/26/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Victoria Chastine Payne 89 of Grandbay, Al passed away  on March, 26 2021.

Mrs. Payne was survived by four Children.  Dianne Nelson (Danny).  Adolph Payne III (Lashea). Henry Payne (Sandy). and Mike Payne (Tina).

A Sister Dottie Presley (Jimmy). and a Brother Allen Chastine (Delores).

12 Grandchildren, 37 Great Grandchildren, and 2 Great Great Grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her Husband Dewey A. Payne Jr. a Son David Payne her Mother Fannie Lorene Chastine, her Father Henry Clay Chastine.

2 Brothers Henry Chastine, and Joe Chastine.

2 Sisters Lorene Harris and Mary Seals.

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Ricky Gerald Johnson Sr. - June 15, 1950 - March 24, 2021

Departed: 03/24/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Mr. Ricky Gerald Johnson, Sr. of Coden passed away on March 24, 2021. Mr Johnson is survived by his wife of 48 years, Thelma Johnson, his son Ricky Johnson Jr. (Pamela), his three daughters Angel Collier (Clinton Jr.), April Foutz (Steven), and Alena Lee (Johnny Jr.). His brother Wayne Johnson Sr. (Cindy), two sisters Cherry Stokes (James), and Sonia Bates.

Two sister in-laws Frances Johnson and Debbie Johnson.  12 Grandchildren and 1 Great Grandson.

He was preceded in death by his Parents Mazie and Wilson Johnson, Sr. Three brothers Bubba Johnson,  Nookie Johnson, and Marvey Johnson. His sister Wanda Johnson, a brother-in-law Raleigh Bates and a sister-in-law Jenny Johnson. Pallbearers

Clinton Collier, Jr., Steven Foutz, Johnny Lee, Jr., Brandon Johnson, Ronald Johnson, Jr.,  and Shane Johnson. Honorary Pallbearers

Jason Craft, Clinton Collier III, Bransen Lee, Brayden Foutz, Gabel Foutz, Lawsen Lee, Parker Foutz, Ronnie Corley, Thomas Wilson, and Wayne Johnson, Sr.

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Patricia A Johnson - February 08, 1961 - March 12, 2021

Departed: 03/12/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Patricia A. Johnson, (Patty), 60 yeards old, of Bayou La Batre, Alabama passed away on March 12, 2021.

Patty was born in Bayou La Batre, Alabama on February 8, 1961.

She went to Alba School from 1st - 12th grade.

Patty was survived by her daughters, Tricia Bosarge of Irvington and Jenny K. Thomas of Lordsburg, New Mexico. Her grand daughter Emily Scott of Vincennes, Indiana. Her brother, Buster Johnson of Coden, Alabama and sister Debbie Beckham (Johnson) and father, Clifford Johnson, of Irvington, Alabama.

Patty is preceded in death by her mother, Madeline Rhodes Johnson, brother John Dee Johnson, sister-in-law, Debby T. Johnson and her grand daughter, Jewel Harvey.

Patty loved her animals, dogs and cats. She loved her family and Jesus. She always said, "I love you." She her sunflowers that grew in the garden. She was always sharing pictures on Facebook of them. Her fondest memories growing up were our family vacations to the mountains. Six of us in a little rustic cabin on a mountain in Cheaha, and swimming in the lake at the bottom of the mountains. Also her trips to Tennessee to see her grand daughter, and vacations with our parents. The best memories were made in April of 2010 when we took our mother to the mountains for her last trip before she passed in August of 2010. We certainly made some fun and last memories. The funniest thing that trip was when the raccoon ran her out of the hot tub on the deck of the cabin. She could move pretty fast. But that might have been our fault for putting bread on the railing so it could have a snack while we watched through the windows. Patty had a big heart. She always wanted to help someone in need. Even when she didn't really have enough for herself. She loved everyone.

Funeral services will be held Monday, March 22nd, from the Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel at 12 PM. Visitation will take place before the service from 11 AM until 12 PM. Interment will follow the services at Oddfellows Cemetery.

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Daniel "Danny" Hendon Smith - September 27, 1952 - January 27, 2021

Departed: 01/27/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Daniel “Danny” Hendon Smith, age 68, a native and lifelong resident of Bayou La Batre, departed from this life at his home surrounded by family on Wednesday, January 27, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents, Terril and Margaret (Plumlee) Smith, daughters Miriam Jeannie Smith and Amy Smith, brother Merlin Smith and brother-in-law Wilton Barber. Survivors include sisters Terry Sue Smith, Judy Barber, Debra (Rex) Watson and Daria (Timmy) Adams, Aunt Betty Smith, a grandson, a granddaughter, great-granddaughters, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, life-long neighbors, and friends, as well as a host of well-loved felines. Early life for Danny was spent as a commercial fisherman shrimping the waters of the Gulf Coast and later as a Chief Engineer on the Atlantic Sentry, a U.S. Government run, Bayou La Batre-built vessel based in Key West Florida whose purpose was to detect the illegal flow of narcotics into the United States. Danny’s time on the sea brought him a great amount of pleasure and enabled him to accumulate countless sea time hours as well as opportunities to visit other areas of the world including Alaska, Trinidad, and Panama. Following an injury on the water, Danny furthered his mechanical abilities as an employee of Bayou Motors selling, repairing, and extending advise on cars and, if you knew Danny, life in general. Visitation and a celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 30, 2021 from 10 a.m -11 a.m. for family and 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. for publicand funeral services from 11 a.m.- Noon at First Baptist Church Bayou La Batre. Graveside service will follow at Oddfellows Cemetery Bayou La Batre. Pallbearers are Terril Barber, Timmy Ray Adams, Richard Adams, Christopher Fox, Cole Watson, and Cade Watson. The family requests that all Covid-19 precautions be observed, including the wearing of face coverings and social distancing.

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Bobby "Bobbo" Conrad Johnson - October 26, 1984 - January 18, 2021

Departed: 01/18/2021 (Bayou La Batre)

Obituary Preview: Born Oct. 26th, 1984. Passed away on Jan. 18th, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his mother Rebecca Dees and brother John Johnson Jr.  He is survived by his brother Jeremy Johnson ,sister Susie Eldridge, father John Johnson, fiance Cassie Peters, 7 nieces and nephews and loving aunt and uncles.  Bobbo was truly one of a kind with such a big heart he always had a smile on his face any time you seen him he loved his family and friends very much he will be dearly missed. His memorial service will be held Saturday, January 30th, 12:00pm at New Life in Christ Church, 11680 Grand Garden Dr., Grand Bay, AL 36541.

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Funeral Services Offered by Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel

Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel offers a wide range of funeral services designed to meet the diverse needs of families. From traditional funeral services to cremation options, memorial services, and pre-planning, the funeral home provides personalized support every step of the way. The experienced staff is dedicated to ensuring that every detail is taken care of, allowing families to focus on celebrating the life of their loved one.

The Facility and Amenities at Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel

The funeral home is located at 14250 South Wintzell Avenue, Bayou La Batre, AL, 36509, and features a spacious and comfortable facility designed to accommodate families and friends gathered to pay their respects. The facility is equipped with modern amenities, including a chapel, visitation rooms, and reception areas. The funeral home also offers ample parking and is wheelchair accessible.

The Staff at Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel

The staff at Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel is comprised of experienced and compassionate professionals who are dedicated to providing exceptional service to families. From funeral directors to support staff, every team member is committed to ensuring that families receive the highest level of care and support during their time of need.

Pre-Planning Services at Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel

Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel understands the importance of planning ahead. The funeral home offers pre-planning services, allowing individuals to make informed decisions about their final arrangements and alleviate the burden on their loved ones. By pre-planning, individuals can ensure that their wishes are respected and that their family is protected from unnecessary stress and expense.

Community Involvement and Support

Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel is deeply committed to giving back to the community it serves. The funeral home participates in local events and charities, supporting organizations that benefit families and individuals in need. Through its community involvement, the funeral home demonstrates its dedication to making a positive impact on the lives of those it serves.

What Families Are Saying About Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel

Families who have worked with Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel consistently praise the funeral home's compassionate and professional staff, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence. Many families have expressed gratitude for the support they received during their time of need, citing the funeral home's ability to provide comfort and guidance during a difficult time.

Contacting Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel

If you're in need of funeral services or would like to learn more about pre-planning options, contact Kenmar Family Funeral Home - Bayou Chapel today. The funeral home can be reached by phone or through its website. The experienced staff is available 24/7 to provide support and guidance, ensuring that families receive the care they deserve during their time of need.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It is usually published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and acquaintances of the person's passing.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also providing important information to those who need to know about the funeral or memorial service. They can also provide closure and help people process their grief.

Who typically writes an obituary?

The task of writing an obituary often falls to the family members or close friends of the deceased. Funeral homes or crematories may also offer assistance with writing and publishing obituaries as part of their services.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include information about the funeral or memorial service, charitable donations, or other relevant details.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or platform. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from a few sentences to a few paragraphs at most.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many online obituary platforms and some newspapers allow you to include one or more photos of the deceased with the obituary. This can be a meaningful way to personalize the tribute and help others remember the person.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and any specific requirements they may have. Some newspapers may accept submissions online, while others may require email or phone submissions.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary in advance as a way to ensure that their life story is told accurately and with their own voice. This can also be a therapeutic exercise in reflecting on one's life and accomplishments.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies widely depending on the publication or platform. Some online platforms offer free or low-cost options, while newspapers may charge by the word or line.

Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?

In some cases, it may be possible to make corrections or edits to an obituary after it has been published. However, this depends on the publication or platform's policies and procedures.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a longer, more detailed tribute that provides a fuller picture of the person's life.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Yes, many people choose to include favorite quotes, poems, or song lyrics in an obituary as a way to add personal touches and meaning.

How do I find old obituaries?

You can search for old obituaries through online archives, genealogy websites, or by contacting local libraries or historical societies. Many newspapers also maintain archives of past issues that can be searched online or in person.

Can I republish an obituary on social media?

If you have permission from the original publisher or author, you can share an obituary on social media platforms. Be sure to respect copyright laws and give proper attribution when sharing.

What is the purpose of an online obituary guestbook?

An online guestbook allows friends and family to leave condolences, share memories, and pay tribute to the deceased. It can be a meaningful way for people to express their sympathy and support from anywhere in the world.

How long are online obituaries kept active?

The duration that online obituaries remain active varies depending on the platform or website. Some may keep them available indefinitely, while others may remove them after a certain period of time.

Can I create a video obituary?

Yes, video obituaries are becoming increasingly popular as a way to tell a more dynamic and multimedia story about the deceased. These can be shared on social media, funeral home websites, or other online platforms.

What is the role of an obituary in the grieving process?

An obituary can serve as a therapeutic outlet for those grieving the loss of a loved one. It provides a way to process emotions, reflect on memories, and celebrate the person's life.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Absolutely! Humor can be a wonderful way to capture the personality and spirit of the deceased. Just be sure to use good taste and discretion when deciding what anecdotes or jokes to include.

How do I handle errors or inaccuracies in an obituary?

If you notice errors or inaccuracies in an obituary, contact the publication or platform immediately to report the issue. They will work with you to correct the mistake as quickly as possible.

Can I write an obituary for someone who died many years ago?

Yes! Writing an obituary for someone who passed away many years ago can be a meaningful way to honor their memory and provide closure for yourself or others who knew them.

What is the significance of including survivors in an obituary?

Including survivors in an obituary acknowledges their relationship with the deceased and provides important information for those who want to reach out with condolences. It also serves as a way to recognize their loss and grief.

Can I include charitable donations in lieu of flowers in an obituary?

Yes! Many families choose to suggest charitable donations in lieu of flowers as a way to honor their loved one's memory and support a cause that was important to them.

How do I ensure that my loved one's legacy lives on through their obituary?