Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Millport, AL

Serving Lamar County

Nora Beard Sullivan

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...