Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Millport, AL

Serving Lamar County

Glen Holsonback

Glen Holsonback

Jun 10, 2025

It is with great sadness, we announce the death of our beloved husband, daddy and grandaddy, Glen Hayse Holsonback, on June 10, 2025. Funeral services will be Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, AL. with Bro. Glen Boman officiating and Bro. Ed Nabors assisting. Visitation will be one hour prior to the...

Hazel Marcum

Hazel Marcum

Jun 4, 2025

Hazel Marie Littrell Marcum, a beloved member of the Millport community, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025, at the age of 85. A graveside service will be held on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Memorial Gardens in Columbus, Mississippi under the direction of Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, Alabama.

Born on February 3,...

Troy Sturdivant

Troy Sturdivant

May 25, 2025

A well-known, well lived, centenarian who has contributed to the ever-changing and progressive landscape of our town and community has moved from labor to reward.  Brother Troy Sturdivant has spent his entire earthly existence in the Millport/Fernbank Community.  At his passing, he was the oldest member of our community, having been recognized by both the Town of Millport on...

David Sullivan

David Sullivan

May 20, 2025

David Weston Sullivan, 64, of Millport, AL, lost his battle with lung cancer May 20, 2025 at his home surrounded by loved ones. Funeral services will be Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home with Bro. Jeff Long officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services from 1:00-2:00 p.m. in the chapel.

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Shirley Sutton

Shirley Sutton

May 12, 2025

Shirley Olivia Sutton, 74, of Kennedy, AL, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2025, at Fayette Long Term Care in Fayette, AL. Funeral services will be Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home with Bro. Ed Nabors and Judy Elmore officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service from 2:00-3:00 p.m. in the...

J.W. Richards

J.W. Richards

May 10, 2025

J.W. Richards, 96, of Millport, AL, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus, MS joining his forever love Nelda in heaven.

Visitation will be Friday, May 16, 2025 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home with...

Dorothy Mcateer

Dorothy Mcateer

Apr 29, 2025

Dorothy Elizabeth McAteer, 87, passed away on April 29, 2025 in Alabaster, Alabama. A graveside service will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at Millport City Cemetery under the direction of Dowdle Funeral Home.

Dorothy Elizabeth Biddle McAteer was born February 15, 1938 in Millport, Alabama. She left us on Tuesday, April 29,...

Deborah Lacey

Deborah Lacey

Apr 22, 2025

Deborah Ann Cobb, 73, of Millport, Alabama, was born on August 7, 1951 in Oakland, California to Ora Mae and Cleveland Cobb, Jr. She departed this life on April 22, 2025 at Fayette Long Term Care. Deborah confessed Christ at an early age and was baptized at Holly Grove Missionary Baptist Church. She is a 1969 graduate of Todd...

Larry Savage

Larry Savage

Apr 21, 2025

Lawrence Shirley "Larry" Savage, age 83, passed away on April 21, 2025, in Columbus, Mississippi. Born on September 17, 1941, in Kennedy, Alabama to Fred and Yvlette Davis Savage, Larry lived a life marked by dedication to his family, service to his country, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of life.

Larry graduated from Kennedy...

Troy Griffin

Troy Griffin

Apr 10, 2025

Troy Lee Griffin, 82, passed away on April 10, 2025 at his residence. Graveside services were held April 10, 2025 at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Millport, AL. with Bro. Jeff Long officiating under the direction of Dowdle Funeral Home.

Troy was born August 7, 1942 in Belk, Alabama. He served 4 years in the United States Navy...

Jewel Atkins

Jewel Atkins

Apr 7, 2025

Jewel Atkins, 83, of Millport, AL, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at Generations of Vernon. She had finally gained her crown! Funeral services will be Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home with Pastor Robert Humphries officiating. Vistation will be one hour prior to services from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. in the chapel....

Donald Aaron Harton

Donald Aaron Harton

Mar 18, 2025

Donald Aaron Harton, 69, passed away at his residence in Kennedy, AL on March 18, 2025. Funeral services will be Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at New Grove Baptist Church in Kennedy, AL.  Visitation will be one hour prior to services from 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.  Burial will follow at New Grove Cemetery, in Kennedy, Alabama, under the...

Betty Leonard

Betty Leonard

Mar 12, 2025

Betty Jones Leonard, 66, passed away on March 12, 2025 at her residence in Millport, AL. There will be a memorial service on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, Alabama with Bro. Gary Seay officiating. Visitation with the family will be 4:00-5:00 p.m. in the chapel.

Betty was born in...

Arthur Lee Foster

Arthur Lee Foster

Feb 27, 2025

Arthur Lee "John" Foster, 94, of Millport, Alabama, transitioned peacefully at Fayette Nursing Home, in Fayette, AL, on Thursday, February 27, 2025.  Funeral services will be Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 2:00 pm at Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, Alabama.  Visitation will be one hour prior to services from 1:00 pm-2:00 pm.  Burial will follow at New Grove Cemetery,...

Nancy Rector

Nancy Rector

Feb 27, 2025

Nancy Rector, 79, of Millport, AL, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at her residence in Millport, AL. Funeral services will be Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, Alabama with Bro. Melvin Mordecai officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service in the chapel. Burial will follow at Mt....

Jennifer Coggin Herren

Jennifer Coggin Herren

Feb 17, 2025

Jennifer Coggin Herren, born on October 9, 1962 in Paragould, AR, passed away suddenly on February 17, 2025. Jennifer was a devoted wife of 41 years, loving mother, proud Granna, beloved sister and friend who loved every moment spent with her people.

Jennifer was an Auburn Pharmacy School graduate who enjoyed cheering on the Tigers and sunny...

Rita Blansett Trull

Rita Blansett Trull

Feb 17, 2025

Rita Blansett Trull, 61, of Kennedy Alabama passed away at her residence on February 17, 2025. Funeral services will be Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. with Bro. Gene Nabors officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services in the chapel from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Meadow Branch Cemetery.

Rita enjoyed...

Lucy Elliott

Lucy Elliott

Feb 10, 2025

Louisene "Lucy" Elliott, 82, of Reform, Alabama, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, February 10, 2025. Funeral services will be Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Arbor Springs Baptist Church in Reform, Alabama, with Bro. Larry Shelton officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in...

Nell Carroll

Nell Carroll

Feb 8, 2025

Harris Connell (Nell) Carroll, 86, of Kennedy, AL, passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at her residence. Funeral Services will be Monday, February 10, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, AL, with Bro. David Long officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to services in the chapel from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Burial will...

Loyd Humphres

Loyd Humphres

Jan 31, 2025

Loyd Humphres, 78, of Millport, AL, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, at Fayette Medical Center in Fayette, AL. Funeral services will be Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at Dowdle Funeral Home in Millport, AL, with Bro. David Wilson officiating. Visitation will be from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. in the chapel. Burial will follow at Pleasant...