All Obituaries

Mary Cornelia Harrell Cobb, 94, of Grove Hill, passed away July 15, 2019 at Grove Hill Memorial Hospital. She was born November 23, 1924 to Sim Jasper Harrell and Sallie Leona Horton Harrell. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in the Winn community, but had attended Antioch Baptist Church in her youth. She enjoyed cooking, quilting, sewing, and crochet. Mary was a woman who knew her mind and was not afraid to share it with others. Known for her “big personality,” Mary kept...

Henry Ray Bailey, 87, a native of Tibbie and a resident of Moreland, GA, passed away July 15, 2019 at a family residence in Tibbie. He was born March 22, 1932 to Hughey and Cora Mae Bailey in Chatom. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he served during the Korean Conflict in the 82nd Airborne Paratrooper division. He was a member of the W.N. Reynolds Masonic Lodge #900, Chalker Memorial Methodist Church, and had been employed at Scott Paper Company where his strong work ethic served him well. One of...

William Roy “Bill” Heckathorn, 50, of Jackson, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019, at his residence. He was born March 19, 1969 in Everett, Washington. His life’s work and passion was learning about Jesus Christ and teaching others about Christ’s love. Rather than seeking earthly possessions, Bill instead, chose to devote his life to helping others. Through years of service to his fellow man, he learned to be a mechanic and craftsman who could tackle many tough tasks proficiently. The...

Ann Garrick Cox, 73, of Grove Hill, passed away July 8, 2019 at her home. She was born November 7, 1945 to Floyd and Inez Hicks Garrick. Her career as a LPN was spent at both the Grove Hill Medical Clinic and the Jackson Medical Center. After retirement she enjoyed time at home cooking for her family and taking care of Mary Ruth and Sam. Ann was a faithful member of Grove Hill Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her parents Floyd and Inez Garrick, husbands; William H. “Dub” Knight, and...

Phillip Rotch Downey, 54, of Grove Hill, passed away July 8, 2019 at Grove Hill Memorial Hospital. He was born August 31, 1964 to Bobby and Alice Downey in Grove Hill. He had been employed as an inspector with an engineering firm and has served as music minister at several churches in the area. A fan of Auburn University football, he had attained an Eagle Scout ranking and also enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and was an exceptionally good cook. He was preceded in death by his mother. ...

Robert “Bob” Rowe Stewart of Jackson died at his home on July 6, 2019. Mr. Stewart was born October 22, 1942 to the late V. H. and Bernice McCorquodale Stewart. He was an Elder at the First Presbyterian Church of Jackson where he regularly attended. Bob worked for over 50 years as a professional salesman and co-owner in his automobile business, Stewart Buick Company located here in Jackson. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a member of Hunting Men for God. Throughout the years there...

Wanda Coleman Johnson, 89, of Whatley, passed away July 6, 2019 at home with her family by her side. She was born June 25, 1930 in Whatley to Leonard and Velma Garrick Coleman. Her career in the U.S. Postal Service was spent as the Postmaster of the Whatley Post Office. Wanda was a member of the Clarke County Historical Society, and attended Grove Hill First Baptist Church and Horeb Baptist Church. She is survived by Her son Lamar (Tyrrell) Johnson, grandchildren; Coleman Sollie Johnson,...

Rosalee Gardner Howard, 84, of Bay Minette, passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at her residence surrounded by family. She was born May 2, 1935 to Claude and Mary Ellen Gardner in Washington County. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed preparing meals for her family. She was also a master gardener, excelling in raising flowers of all kinds. She is described by her family as a giving, loving mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles “Billy”...

Ida Jean Johnson Deese, 88, of Leroy, passed away Saturday, June 29, 2019 at her residence. She was born August 5, 1930 to Levy and Ida White Johnson in Vernon, FL. A homemaker, she was a huge fan of George Jones and the television program, Full House. She also enjoyed fishing. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edgar Deese; grandson, Matthew Douglas and numerous siblings. She is survived by her children, Gloria Douglas of Alford, Fl, Richard (Betsy) Douglas of Leroy;...

Lille Mae Agee Armistead, 69, of Grove Hill, passed away on June 28, 2019 at her residence. She was born June 28, 1950 in Linden to Edwin and Fannie Mae Agee. A member of Tompkins Baptist Church in Grove Hill, she had been a homemaker for many years, choosing to devote her time to the care of her family and pets. She also enjoyed gardening, especially flowers. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Owen Thomas Armistead. She is survived by children, Tonia Armistead Wood,...