Inmate Dies At Escambia County Jail
May 28, 2015
An Escambia County Jail inmate died Wednesday morning at the Escambia County Jail.
The 53-year old black male was found unresponsive about 6:30 a.m. and was pronounced deceased a short time later. The case in under investigation by the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office. The name of the inmate has not yet been released.
Additional information will be released following the completion of that investigation.
Hugh Jackson White
May 28, 2015
Mr. Hugh Jackson White, age 40 of Pollard, passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2015.
Mr. White was a native of Brewton and a lifetime member of the Brewton and Pollard communities. He graduated ninth grade at Pollard-McCall Jr. High School in 1989 and then went on to graduate from Flomaton High School in 1992. He continued his education at Jefferson Davis Community College where he received his Associate’s Degree in 1994. In 1996 he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Middle School Math and Science and in 2002 he completed his Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership, both at the University of West Florida. He had served as principal for the Pollard-McCall Jr. High School since 2006. In 2013, he became a colonel by completing his Auctioneer’s certification at Troy University of Dothan. He also served as a town councilman for the Town of Pollard and was a member of Pollard United Methodist Church.
He is preceded in death by his father, F.P. “Skippy” White; grandparents, Rufus and Mary Beth White and John and Sarah White.
Mr. White is survived by his mother, Clara White of Pollard; wife, Traci Killam White of Pollard; son, Hugh Jackson “Jack” White, Jr. of Pollard; daughters, Mattie Diane White and Abbie Claire White of Pollard; brother, Todd (Kris) White of Pollard; sister, Sarah Anne (John Robert) Fountain of Pollard; six nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 29, 2015, at Flomaton Funeral Home Chapel from 5:30 to 9 p.m..
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2015, at Flomaton Funeral Home Chapel at 10 a.m. with Bro. Floyd Dyal and Bro. Winston Jay officiating.
Interment will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery in Pollard.
Pallbearers will be Cade White, Donnie White, Steve Creamer, Danny Parker, Dennis Hadaway, Wesley Underwood.
Flowers are being accepted, but in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pollard-McCall Jr. High School or to Kelsie Padgett of which both donations may be made at the school.
Flomaton Funeral Home directing.
Shirley Anne Hicks
May 28, 2015
Mrs. Shirley Anne Hicks, 79, left us to be with the Lord, her husband, and son in Heaven on Tuesday, May 26, 2015. She was born in Molino on February 7, 1936. She was a member of Highland Baptist Church.
Mrs. Hicks is preceded in death by her husband, Ronald C. Hicks; son, Ronald D. Hicks; and her parents, Alvin Grey Burkette and Lorena Byrd Burkette.
She is survived by her two sons, Eddie Lamar Hicks and Tracey Donovan Hicks; brother, W. J. Burkette; grandchildren, Keri, Kathy, Christopher, Brianne, and Madelyn; and seven great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 30, 2015, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Rev. Brian Calhoun officiating.
Burial to follow in Highland Baptist Church Cemetery.
Family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, May 29, 2015, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Pallbearers will be: Dusty, Shawn, Ron, and Mike Burkett, and Eddie and Tracey Hicks.
Two Charged With Putting Sand, Water Into Deputy’s Jet Ski
May 28, 2015
Two are facing charges for tampering with the fuel tank of a jet ski belonging to the Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the SRSO, a marine unit deputy was on routine patrol on Cold Water Creek when he spotted a group of suspected underage individuals drinking. The deputy parked his watercraft on the sand to investigate.
While the deputy was investigating the possible underage drinking, he observed two male suspects — later identified as Spencer Morgan Gonzales and Brent Allen Carroll, both 20 years old — near his watercraft tampering with the fuel cap. The deputy discovered sand and water had been placed into the fuel system.
Upon seeing the deputy running to the watercraft, Gonzales and Carroll fled into the water where one was taken into custody by the deputy, and the other was apprehended by an off duty corrections officer with assistance of a concerned citizen.
Both were charged with felony criminal mischief property damage. The damage to the watercraft is estimated to be greater than $1,000.
Tate’s Perkins Named Florida’s 7A Player Of Year; Wyatt Coach Of Year
May 28, 2015
Tate High School’s Tori Perkins has been named the Class 7A softball player of the year, and Tate coach Melinda Wyatt has been named the 7A coach of the year by the Florida Dairy Farmers.
Perkins was a member of this year’s Class 7A state championship team. She has committed to the University of Alabama-Birmingham.
Wyatt coached that Class 7A state championship team. She had been at Tate for 11 years.
Pictured: Tori Perkins (L) shortly after Tate won the Class 7A softball championship, and Coach Melinda Wyatt (right) tosses a ceremonial first pitch for the Blue Wahoos Monday night. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Azzelene Dunsford Ratliff
May 28, 2015
Azzelene Dunsford Ratliff age 81 of Jay, passed away on May 26, 2015. She was a retired school bus driver. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and a friend to many. She will be missed by all that knew and loved her.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Norris and Jennie Attaway; several brothers and sisters; husband, Hillary (Hill) Dunsford; son, Henry Dunsford and daughter, Shelia Mathis.
Azzelene is survived by one son, Jerry Lee (Barbara) Dunsford; son-in-law, Jerry Mathis; brother, Joe Ivey Attaway; sister, Alice Campbell; eight grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2015, from 6-8 p.m. at Jay Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 1, 2015, at 11 a.m. at Jay Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Carnley officiating services.
Burial will follow at Ebenezer Church of God Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Cody Mathis, Ryan Reaves, Chance Thompson, Sebren Etheridge, Raybon Knowles and Duane Dortch.
Jay Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Crafton Pete Holt
May 28, 2015
Crafton Pete Holt, 86, entered eternity in Heaven on May 22, 2015, passing at home with family at his side.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ira and Velma Holt; and brothers, Everitt, Donnie, Richard, and Leon.
He leaves his wife Patricia (Pat) of 57 years; his children; Charlotte Holt Tucker (husband Richard), Gary Holt (wife Barbara) and Teresa Holt Corkill (husband Bill). Also, leaving in body but not in heart, his grandchildren the love and joy of his life, Rick Tucker, Tiffany Tucker Price (husband Shane), Patrick Corkill, (wife Mellisa), Kimberly Corkill, Samantha Holt, Joanna Holt and Miranda Holt; and great-grandchildren; Richie Tucker, Katie Tucker and Delaney Boroden. Pete also leaves a brother, Wayman Holt; and sister, Doris Carden, and many nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. His family was his greatest joy and thought of them as his greatest accomplishment.
He lived in Pensacola most of his life. He and his wife were the owners of Holt Construction for 45 years. He was a member of St. Luke Methodist Church and Pine Forest Methodist Church prior to that. Pete served on many committees and was active in building projects at both churches. He was blessed to have many loving friends and called both churches home.
He and Pat traveled to Costa Rica on 13 mission trips where they built many homes and churches, taught bible school, and shared God’s love as well as their talents in construction. They were happiest when serving others in this way.
Pete was a devoted husband, father, a very proud grandfather, and great-grandfather. Pete truly loved camping, fishing, traveling in their RV, and enjoying many trips across the country and overseas.
Pete hosted a men’s prayer and fellowship group of special friends who met in his home for 15 years. These wonderful friends will serve as honorary pallbearers: Rev. Rual Morris, Winston Gilmore, George Norsworthey, Don Daughtery, Warren Thompson Jr., Keith Gaultney, Bill Krantz, Jimmy Stiller, Ralph McCullers, John Mason and Stan Brown
The family would also like to express their gratitude to Shanna Gatlin for the loving care she gave to Pete and the family during this difficult time.
Services were held on May 27, 2015, at St. Luke United Methodist Church on 9 Mile Road. Interment was at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
Donations can be made to St. Luke United Methodist Church or Hospice Regency who have so lovingly cared for him and his family in his final days.
Pallbearers will be Rick Tucker, Patrick Corkill, Richie Tucker, Rickey Holt, David Fitzpatrick, Melvis Holt, David Fitzpatrick, Paul Bryan and Sammy Lucker.
Thank God for my soul’s resting
Thank God for I’ve been blessed
Thank God for all who loved me,
Praise God who loves me best.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Obbie Hadley
May 28, 2015
Mr. Obbie Hadley, 82, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2015, in Fairhope, Alabama.
Mr. Hadley was a native and lifelong resident of Perdido. Mr. Hadley was retired from the Alabama State Dock with 38 years of service. He was a member of the Fretwell Tabernacle Holiness Church. His wife, Louise Hadley; son-in-law, Glen Thomas; and grandsons, Bubba Hastings and Christopher Hadley precede him in death.
He is survived by his three sons, Obbie Hadley Jr., Robert Danny Hadley and Randy Hadley all of Perdido; two daughters, Mary Evon Hastings of Whitehouse Fork, AL and Elaine Hadley Thomas of Perdido; one brother, Bob Hadley of Perdido; three sisters, Allie V. Odom of Atmore, Inez Nassar of Mobile and Evie T. Welch of Perdido; six grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild and one great-great-great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be Monday, June 1, 2015, at 10 a.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Sis. Helen Stewart officiating.
Burial will follow at the Bryars-McGill Cemetery.
Visitation will be Sunday, May 31, 2015, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Danny Hadley, Randy Hadley, Bill Hadley, Aaron Hadley, Boy Hadley and Rustin Foster.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jeremy White, Glen Hastings and Bruce Jackson.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC is in charge of all arrangements.
George Vernon Hallford
May 28, 2015
Mr. George Vernon Hallford, 53, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2015, in Pascagoula, Mississippi.
Mr. Hallford was a native of Mobile and a resident of Flomaton for the past 24 years. Mr. Hallford was a member of the Local 568, loved his family, loved to hunt and fish. He was a member of the New Life Church of Atmore. His son, George Caleb Hallford, precedes him in death.
Survivors include his wife, Sandra Howell Hallford of Flomaton; one daughter, Mallory “BabyGirl” Hallford of Flomaton; and three sisters, Diane Mason of Pensacola, Marelle Jackson of Brewton, and Paula Billingsley of Brewton.
Funeral services will be Saturday, May 30, 2015, at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Justin Morse officiating.
Burial will follow at the Lambeth-Boutwell Cemetery.
Visitation will be Friday, May 29, 2015, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Will Chavers, Paul Howell, Ethan Howell, Joey Croley, Marshall Mason, Hollis Hallford, Danny Hallford and David Baggett.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC is in charge of all arrangements.
Dixie Carole DeWeese Carlton
May 28, 2015
Dixie Carole DeWeese Carlton, 78, died May 24, 2015, after a long illness. She was born October 30, 1936, in Taylorville, IL, to the late Forest and Wilma DeWeese.
She, her husband, and family sold their farm and dairy in Illinois and moved to Jay in 1962 where they purchased the Ted May Farm/Dairy and became active members of the Jay community. She was a long time member of the Joy Circle and the choir at Jay United Methodist Church. Dixie enjoyed crafts of all types, but was especially fond of quilting and was a member of several quilting guilds. Dixie and her husband moved to Jacksonville in 2010 to be closer to the grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Richard H. Carlton; son, Mark Carlton (Dawn) of Gainesville, FL; daughter, Anneliese Robbins (Alan) of Jacksonville; grandchildren, Drew Carlton, Alex and Ashton Robbins; one sister, Thelia Ann Anastasia (Fran) of Champaign, IL; one brother, Eric DeWeese (Chris) Los Angeles, CA; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 30, 2015, at Jay United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. Fellowship and visitation to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jay United Methodist Church or Highlands United Presbyterian Church in Jacksonville, FL.