Edward Quinnon “Buddy” Campbell
October 5, 2014
Edward Quinnon “Buddy” Campbell, born February 9, 1921, was called to his eternal home by his Heavenly Father on October 3, 2014.
He was graced with 93½ years of earthly life where he had prepared for this journey and was well prepared. He loved the Lord and believed wholly in the Bible and its teachings without concession. He is a charter member of Berrydale Baptist Church and was dedicated to supporting and ensuring the church operated according to Biblical standards. His faithfulness was evident in his daily living and his life was his belief in action. He believed in attending church, helping others, getting along with each other, and working hard. His love of the Lord was followed by his love of life, family, and friends. Family and friends could always depend on him in times of need knowing that he would do whatever he could. He loved everyone and never met a stranger. Farming was a favorite pastime of his; he loved to plant, tend, and grow vegetables which he generously shared with everyone. Edward valiantly served in the Army Hq. Co. 238th Engineer Brigade European Theatre of Operations during World War II. He was involved in the Invasion of Normandy – he has recounted being dropped off shore about what seemed to be a mile out and having to wade to shore. In November, 1944, at the Battle of Aachan, Germany, his feet were frozen and he was hospitalized and treated then returned to duty. In January, 1945, during the Battle of the Bulge following the German break-through his feet were again frozen and sent for treatment. These injuries caused problems for the remainder of his life. After being discharged, he farmed and also gained employment at NAS Whiting Field and performed several different jobs during his 40+ years including Supply and Fuel. While working in Fuel he realized that a lot of fuel was being wasted using the system they had. He created and began using a system that saving the fuel. His superiors were so impressed with his system they proposed the system to their superiors and it was adopted as the approved method for fueling. His system was implemented nationally and he was recognized for his innovation.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 66 years, Lillie Nell Anderson Campbell; six children: James Edward (Sylvia); Roger Earl (Joy); Anthony Wayne (Carolyn); Richard Lavon (Cindy); Raymond Lavon (Traci); and Nelda Kay (Ray) White; six sisters: Betty Jane (Bert) Larson; Alma Lois Simmons; Nadie Griswold; Catherine Simmons; Jewel Driskell; and Mildred Smith; 16 grandchildren: Kelly (Thomas) Ward; Tonya (Brock) Morais; Jessica (Matthew) Storey; Geoffrey Campbell; Chris Campbell; Scott Campbell; Kimberly (Jayson) Douglas; Kara (Daniel) Cook; Shane Campbell; Jonathan Campbell; Laura (Brian) Carnley; Levi Campbell; Sarah Campbell; Brittany White; Brandon White; Bethany White; and a multitude of great-grandchildren, and one great-great-child. He is preceded in death by his parents: Edward “Bob” Frank Campbell and Sallie Ola Slade Campbell; two sisters and two brothers: Willie Vera Spicer; Ann E. Campbell (infant); Franklin Campbell; and Ira “Son” Campbell.
The family extends a heart-felt “thank you” to Dr. Muthusamy Velusamy for his incredible care of our husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, shining example, and hero. Dr. Velusamy treated him with expertise, compassion, and respect. He knew that he was elderly but he looked at him as a person not an age. When other doctors said that they wouldn’t treat him Dr. Velusamy saved his life and extended it by years. We are eternally grateful for him. We also would like to thank the Hospice unit and doctors at West Florida Hospital who treated him who caringly helped guide our decisions and made his last days better.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2014, at 3:00 p.m. at Berrydale Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for family members and 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. for friends and guests. Burial will follow at Elizabeth Chapel Cemetery in Chumuckla, FL, with military and masonic rights.
Pallbearers will include Frank Lowry, Levi Blackmon, Derek Blackmon, David McCurdy, Wayne Cook, and Gene Ellis. Honorary pallbearers will be: James Simmons, Herbert “Bud” Rowell, W.L. Bray, Sam Davis, Duane Bond, Don Cassidy, Jim Cagle, and Masonic brothers from Lodge #16.
Wilbert Rolin
October 5, 2014
Mr. Wilbert Rolin, 74, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2014, in Atmore.
Mr. Rolin was a native and lifelong resident of Atmore. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Voncile Rolin; his second wife, Joyce Rolin; and two brothers.
Survivors include his two daughters, Patricia (Freddie) Weekley and JoAnn Hiebert; three step-children, Paula Hall, Linda McCall and Michael Blackburn; five brothers; four sisters; eight grandchildren, Doug Respress, David Respress, Mandy Hodges, Lance Hodges, Jonathan Rolin, Alisa Rolin, Joey Rolin and Angie Hyatt; 11 great-grandchildren, Hunter Edwards, Cody Edwards, Taylor Repress, Preston Respress, Kaitlyn Repress, Kristina Respress, Sean Repress, Alaina Hodges, Lakota Hodges, Cameron McCall and Ana McCall.
Funeral services will be Monday, October 6, 2014, at 3 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Earl Harrison officiating.
Burial will follow at the Oak Hill Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be grandsons, Lance Hodges, Doug Respress, David Respress, Hunter Edwards, Cody Edwards, Cameron McCall and Preston Respress.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Boil Water Notice Lifted For Becks Lake, Stone Blvd. Area
October 4, 2014
- Becks Lake Road
- Stone Blvd.
- Elder Lane
The precautionary notice was issued on Oct. 2, following a break in the water main. Two independent bacteriological samples were taken, a process that routinely takes 48 hours. Precautionary Boil Water Notices are issued as a part of standard protocol following any loss of water pressure, whether as a result of planned maintenance activities or unscheduled repairs.
Second Inmate Escapes From Work Release Center
October 4, 2014
An inmate escaped Friday night from the a Pensacola work release center, the second escape from the facility in just three days.
According to the Florida Department of Corrections, 54-year old Michael J. Jones escaped from the Pensacola Community Release Center about 7:50 p.m. Friday. Further information such as a clothing description and the circumstances surround the escape were not released.
Jones is described a bald black male, 6-feet, 2 inches tall and about 215 pounds. Jones was serving a one year, eight and a half month sentenced out of Escambia County for a felony driver’s license violation. He previously served several prison sentenced for a long list of convictions, including multiple forgery counts, burglary, grand theft, battery on a law enforcement office, resisting an officer with violence and aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
On Wednesday, 35-year old Jonathan P. Porter escape from the Pensacola CRC. He was last seen running southbound on North “L” Street and may have been picked up by a female driving a 2012 white Nissan Versa four-door with California plates.
Porter is bald and blue eyed, between 6-feet and 6-feet, 2 inches tall, and weighs about 200 pounds. He was last seen at 8:29 a.m. wearing a white shirt and khaki pants. He has tear drop tattoos under both of his eyes, the name “Lisa” on his neck, “S-O-U-L” on this left fingers, “L-O-S-T” on his right fingers, along with numerous other tattoos.
According to Department of Corrections records, Porter was serving a 15-year sentence for a 2001 conviction for conspiracy to commit robbery with a gun or deadly weapon.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of either escapee should call their local law enforcement agency or 911.
The Pensacola Community Release Center is located at 3050 North L Street. The Pensacola CRC is under the supervision of the Century Correctional Institution.
Northview Sinks Jay 53-20 In District Opener (With Photo Gallery)
October 4, 2014
The Northview Chiefs open district play Friday night with a big 53-20 win over the Jay Royals,.
“I thought we executed well on offense,” he said. “Our backs had a tremendous night, especially Keondrae Lett. Our defense…we gave up a couple of plays, but we were able to get key stops.”
For a photo gallery, click here.
Lett racked up 300 yards and four touchdowns against the Royals at Tommy Weaver Memorial Stadium.
A 23-yard run from Cameron Newsome put the Chiefs on the board first 7-0 Friday Homecoming night. The Chiefs followed with 10:10 in the second with a touchdown from Tydre Bradley and at 6:16 with an 80-yard TD from Lett.
In the third, Newsome added another Northview touchdown, before Lett increased the Chiefs’ advantage to 34-7 with another touchdown. Lett scored touchdowns again with a 60-yarder with 2:26 to go in the third, and from 73 yards out with 10:30 in the fourth. Kardarius Jackson rounded out the Northview scoring with a 25-yard touchdown run with 6:56 to go in the fourth.
“It was a big game. Coach Kent Smith does a great job with that football team over there. They play hard,” Northview coach Sid Wheatley said.
For a photo gallery, click here.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
The Chiefs are headed into another off week, with their next district game on the road October 17 against Freeport.
Jay Peanut Festival Going On This Weekend
October 4, 2014
The annual Jay Peanut Festival is going on this weekend.
For 25 years, the Jay Peanut Festival at the Gabbert Farm has been a fall tradition on the Gulf Coast, showcasing the history, agriculture, food and fun of Santa Rosa County. What started as a chance for local kids and farmers to show off their best of the season has become an annual event covering 15 acres and drawing about 70,000 people to the Gabbert farm over two days.
The event includes the 1930s Farm Museum, food booths, dozens of arts and crafts vendors, pony rides, games and fun. The Jay Peanut Festival is also a chance to try all varieties of peanuts – boiled, green, fried, candied and more.
Admission is free, 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
The Jay High School FFA is hosting the 4th annual Keith Rowland Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser next to the Peanut Festival Saturday and Sunday. Donations are accepted ($4 per vehicle requested) for parking that is adjacent to the festival.
The Gabbert farm is located at 3604 Pine Level Road.
NorthEscambia.com file photos.
Kamryn Brock Named Northview Homecoming Queen
October 4, 2014
Kamryn Brock was name the 2014 Northview High School Homecoming Queen Friday night. Other members of her court were First Runner-up Kendall Cobb, Second Runner-up Jessica McCollough, Freshman Maid Hannah Mascaro, Junior Maid Jadlyn Agerton and Sophomore Maid Morgan Myrick.
Pictured top: 2013 Homecoming Queen Anna Fischer crowns Kamryn Brock as the 2014 Northview High School Homecoming Queen. Pictured below (L-R): Freshman Maid Hannah Mascaro, Junior Maid Jadlyn Agerton, First Runner-up Kendall Cobb, Queen Kamryn Brock, Second Runner-up Jessica McCollough, and Sophomore Maid Morgan Myrick. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Atmore Woman Killed In Single Vehicle Crash
October 4, 2014
A single vehicle accident claimed one life about four miles northeast of Atmore Friday afternoon.
Alabama State Troopers said 43-year old Janice Harris lost control and flipped her vehicle about four miles northeast of Atmore on Robinsonville Road near Sardis Church Road about 4 p.m.
Harris was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Market At Saint Monica’s Open Today In Cantonment
October 4, 2014
The Market at Saint Monica’s will be open today in the parking lot of Saint Monica’s Episcopal Church on Highway 95A in Cantonment. A variety of vendors will be on hand, selling fresh fruits and vegetables and an array of handmade goods. The market will be be open, with free admission, from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. After today, there is one remaining day — October 18 — for the market this season. NorthEscambia.com file photo, click to enlarge.
Niceville Tops Tate
October 4, 2014
The Tate Aggies lost their district opener on the road Friday night to the Niceville Eagles, 35-7.
The Eagles were on the board first with a short touchdown run. Tate answered with a 67-yard touchdown from Sawyer Smith to Reginald Payne to even it up 7-7. But Niceville went on to score 28 unanswered points against the Aggies for the win.
The Tate Aggies (4-2, 0-1) will host Washington next Friday night at 7:30.
NorthEscambia.com photos by Jennifer Repine, click to enlarge.
