Obituaries

Apr 27, 2026

Brenda Sue Peeks “MaMaw”

To be away from the body is to be at home with the Lord. II Corinthians 5:8

MILLPORT, AL - It is with broken hearts that we tell you our mother Brenda Sue Peeks departed this life on Monday, April 27, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family and her loving pet Roscoe.

She was born on June...

Apr 21, 2026

Barbara Gail Wiggins Conner, age 86, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. She lived a long and meaningful life defined by her strength, kindness, and deep love for her family. Above all, Barbara was a woman of unwavering faith, walking closely with her Savior and living a life that reflected His love. Those who knew...

Apr 20, 2026

Nancy Bradford, 76, of Columbus, MS, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, at her residence in Columbus, MS. There will be a funeral service on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home with Bro. Joe Beckon officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service from 10:00-11:00 a.m. in the chapel. Burial will follow...

Apr 17, 2026

James Cleon Porter Jr., 72, of Kennedy, AL, left to be with the Lord on Friday, April 17, 2026, at his residence. There will be a funeral service on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service from 1:00-2:00 p.m. in the chapel. Burial will follow at Higdon...

Apr 15, 2026

John Douglas Clardy, known as “Doug”, 72, of Millport, AL., passed away in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family on April 15, 2026.

Doug was born in Millport, AL where he lived the majority of his life. As a young child, he enjoyed fishing and hunting with family. In his adult years, you could find him running his...

Apr 13, 2026

Margaret Hodges, 80, Kennedy, AL, went to be with the Lord on April 13, 2026 surrounded by her family.

Margaret was born on March 11, 1946, in Kennedy, Alabama, to Gray and Effie Trull. She was a devoted daughter, a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother, and a cherished friend to many.

Known affectionately as Maggie, she was a woman...

Apr 6, 2026

Raymond Robertson, 90, of Millport, AL, passed away on April 6, 2026 at his residence. There will be a graveside service on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Asbury Cemetery in Millport, AL. 

Raymond is survived by his wife, Gail Brown Robertson; daughters, Cindy Guin (Roger), Becky Rains (Daniel), Heidi Rebarchik (Eric); sons, Terry Robertson (Cindy), Mike Robertson (Pat);...

Mar 29, 2026

Glenn Baswell, 61, of Hamilton, MS, originally from Millport, AL, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Northwest Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Funeral services will be Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, AL with Bro. Gary Seay officiating and Bro. Jason West assisting. Visitation will be two hours prior to...

Mar 21, 2026

Jeffery Lane Sturdivant, 58, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. Funeral services will be Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at Grace Free Will Pentecostal in Fayette, Alabama with Elder David Bonner officiating. There will be a visitation on Saturday, March 28, 2026 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral...

Mar 20, 2026

Audie Faye Hunnicutt, known affectionately by those who loved her as "Faye" or "Aunt Faye," passed away Friday, March 20, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of music, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family.

Born on June 30, 1937, in Kennedy, Alabama, to John Henry and Ophelia (Honeycutt) Hunnicutt, Faye’s life was deeply rooted in her faith and her community. She...

Mar 20, 2026

Dollie Hallas, 86, of Millport, Alabama, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026 at her residence.

Dollie was born on May 29, 1939 to J.B. and Elizabeth Latham. She leaves behind her only daughter, Della Albies, and husband, William Hallas. She will be greatly missed by her friends and family. 

Mar 15, 2026

Martha Blanton, 73, of Millport, Alabama, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at her residence. She passed from this life surrounded by the love of family and the memories of a life well lived.Funeral services will be Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home. Visitation will be one hour prior to service from 1:00 -...

Mar 13, 2026

Our hearts are heavy as we announce the passing of beloved wife, mama, and nana, Sandy Bryant. She passed away peacefully into the arms of her loving Savior Jesus Christ at her home on March 13, 2026.

She is preceded in death by her father, Harry Tomlin. Survivors include her mother, Margie Madden of Fayette, AL; husband, Mark Bryant of Millport,...

Feb 21, 2026

Charles Preston White Sr. (Chuck), 59, of Vernon, Alabama , passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus, Mississippi. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home with Bro. James Godsey officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at...

Feb 14, 2026

Cetara Danyele Trull, 28, of Millport, Alabama, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Northwest Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, Mississippi. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, Alabama. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. in the chapel. Burial will follow...

Feb 13, 2026

Phillip Campbell Jr. (PJ), age 29, of Northport, Alabama, passed away on February 13, 2026. PJ was born on April 18, 1996, in Sheffield, Alabama to Phillip and Tarra Campbell. Funeral services will be Friday, February 20, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Northport Church of God, 2412 Lurleen B. Wallace Blvd., Northport, AL 35476. Visitation will be 1:00 - 2:00...

Jan 3, 2026

Charles Christopher Mordecai, better known as "Punkin," of Millport, Alabama, died January 3, 2026, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus, Mississippi.

"Punkin" was born December 30, 1973, in Vernon, Alabama, to Charles Edward Mordecai and Rose Marie Mordecai. He attended South Lamar and graduated from the Class of 1992. He was also a member of Mt. Harmony...

Jan 2, 2026

Hazel Francis Parker, 95, of Millport, Alabama passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026 at Fayette Medical Center in Fayette, Alabama. There will be a visitation on Sunday, January 4, 2026 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Monday, January 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel with viewing one hour prior...

Dec 31, 2025

Renley Boyett, 75, of Millport, Alabama passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 in Winfield, Alabama. Burial will be a private, family service.

Nov 30, 2025

Lee Aldridge, 85, of Moundville, Alabama, passed away on November 30, 2025 at his daughter Gwen's residence. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, AL with Bro. Jeff Long officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service in the chapel.  Burial will follow at Higdon Church of...