Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in Millport, AL
Serving Lamar County
Nora Beard Sullivan
Nov 12, 2025
Nora Beard Sullivan, 87, of Northport, AL. passed away on November 12, 2025 in Northport, AL. Funeral services will be Monday, November 17 , 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, Alabama. Visitation will be 1:00 - 2:00 in the chapel. Burial will follow at Macedonia Cemetery in Millport, AL.
Nora was a beloved...
Edwin Conklan
Oct 30, 2025
Edwin L. Conklan, age 78, of Kennedy, AL passed away October 30, 2025 at his home. He was born December 26, 1946 in Mobile, Alabama to the late Irvin Conklan Sr. and Hazel (Aldridge) Conklan. He was the husband of the late Jo Ann (Sutton) Conklan. He was a retired U.S. postal worker in Tuscaloosa, AL and a U.S....
Michael Sudduth
Oct 25, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that the family of Michael Sudduth, of Millport, Al, announces his passing on October 25th, 2025 at the age of 76.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. We will always cherish the memories of him coming to all sports games that he could make it to. The...
Lawrence Larry Ellefson
Sep 28, 2025
Lawrence "Larry" Jerome Ellefson, 85, of Millport, Alabama passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family and loved ones.
Born in Rockford, Illinois in 1940, he was the third child of Glenn and Lucille Ellefson. Larry Loved life and had a remarkabe spirit; he loved his wife, adventures, his pets,...
Jerome Rector
Sep 23, 2025
Jerome Rector, 87, of Millport, Alabama, passed away on September 23, 2025 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus, MS. Funeral services will be Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, Alabama with Bro. Wes Jones officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service in the chapel. Burial will follow at Ebenezer...
Larry Funderburk
Sep 18, 2025
Larry Funderburk, 75, of Millport, Alabama passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus, Mississippi. There will be a memorial service on Monday, September 22, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service from 10:00 - 11: 00 a.m. in the chapel. Dowdle Funeral Home...
Roger Cash
Sep 11, 2025
Roger Dean Cash, 89, of Millport, Alabama, passed away on September 11, 2025 at Fayette Long Term Care. Funeral services will be Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. with Bro. Ronnie Elmore and Bro. Jerry Robbins officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service in the chapel. Burial will follow at Bethlehem Cemetery in Reform, Alabama...
Terry Robinson
Sep 6, 2025
Terry Robinson, 70, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in the early morning hours of Saturday, September 6, 2025 at his residence in Millport, AL.
Terry was born on December 6, 1954 in Columbus, MS. He was a long-time employee of Weyerhaeuser Company outside of Columbus, Mississippi. He was a member and...
Eddie Funderburk
Aug 17, 2025
Douglas Edward "Eddie" Funderburk, age 77, of Millport, Alabama, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Born on February 15, 1948, Eddie was the son of the late Davis and Louise Ford Funderburk. He was a gifted and distinguished carpenter whose craftsmanship touched the lives of many. Eddie also had a deep...
Susan Ayers
Jul 31, 2025
Susan Ayers, 69, of Millport, AL, passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2025 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus, MS. There will be a visitation on Sunday, August 3, 2025 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Monday, August 4, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home with Bro. Scott Cole officiating....
Herman Mcmanus
Jul 30, 2025
Herman McManus, 100, of Millport, AL, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at his residence. Funeral services will be Sunday, August 3, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Springhill Baptist Church, 503 Springhill Rd., Millport, Alabama with Bro. Andy Parrish officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service with burial following the service at Springhill Cemetery under...
Glenda Propst
Jul 27, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Glenda Ruth Propst, beloved Great-Grandmother, Grandmother, Wife, Mother, Daughter, and friend, who left this world peacefully on July 27, 2025, at the age of 81.
Born on March 10, 1944 in Bessemer, Glenda lived a life rich in love, kindness, and quiet strength. She was the...
Ola Jane Stokes
Jul 25, 2025
Ola Jane Stokes, 72, of Millport, AL, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025 at Park Manor Health and Rehabilitation in Northport, AL.
Ola was born on August 21, 1954 to John and Zola Mae Dobbins. She loved spending her time at home watching her soap operas. She enjoyed sitting outside with her cats and watching the...
Egypt Cooper
Jul 20, 2025
With hearts heavy but filled with deep love and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Egypt Arianna Cooper, who entered eternal rest on July 20, 2025, at just 20 years old,
Born on March 1, 2005, Egypt was a bright light in this world. She was funny, loving, full of energy and always ready to light...
Howard Sparks
Jul 14, 2025
Howard Sparks, 86, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 14th, 2025. Howard was born in Millport, Alabama and was an avid Crimson Tide fan. Howard was a graduate of both Freed-Hardeman University and David Lipscomb College, where he met his wife, Carolyn. He did graduate studies at both the Memphis School of...
Marie Nabors
Jul 7, 2025
Marie Wharton Nabors, 95, passed away on July 7, 2025 in Columbus, MS. There will be a graveside service on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Millport City Cemetery in Millport, AL. Visitation will be from 1:00 - 1:45 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, AL.
Marie was born September 28, 1929 to John...
Mary Davis
Jul 7, 2025
Mary Laughmiller Davis, age 92, went to be with her Lord Jesus July 7, 2025. Graveside service only will be July 11 at 11:00 am at Millport City Cemetery under the direction of Dowdle Funeral Home.
Mary was born on September 27, 1932 in Falkville, Alabama and was a 1950 graduate of Falkville High School. She worked...
Murel Cunningham
Jul 5, 2025
Murel Nabors Cunningham, 81, of Millport, AL passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025. There will be a graveside service on Monday, July 7, 2025 at Meadow Branch Cemetery in Kennedy, AL at 5:00 p.m. with Bro. Mike Randolph officiating.
Murel was a member of the First Baptist Church in Tuscaloosa where she was very active and...
Ricky Stripling
Jun 15, 2025
Ricky Edward Stripling, age 68, passed away on Sunday June 15th, 2025 at Baptist Memorial Hospital – Golden Triangle in Columbus, Mississippi.
Ricky was born on December 13, 1956, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to the Late Lavern and Floyd Edward Stripling of Millport, AL. He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Randy Stripling of...
Bobbie Thomas
Jun 15, 2025
Bobbie Jean Thomas, 75, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025 at Fayette Medical Center in Fayette, AL. Funeral services will be Saturday, June 21 , 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, Alabama with Rev. Jerry L. Bridges officiating assisted by Rev. Kevin Dixon. Visitation will be from 12:00-1:00 p.m. in the chapel. Burial will...


