Kathryn Watford Stanley
May 10, 2016
Mrs. Kathryn Watford Stanley, 86, passed away on Monday, May 9, 2016, in Atmore.
Mrs. Stanley was born on December 7, 1929, in Uriah, to Claude and Recie Gulsby Watford. She married Leonard Stanley on June 25, 1949, and resided in Atmore for the remainder of her life. Mrs. Stanley was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Brook’s Memorial Baptist Church and was a seamstress for the public for years. She is preceded in death by her parents, Claude and Recie Watford; one brother, Carl Watford; three sisters, Elizabeth Mills, Louise Day and Genise Franklin; and a great-granddaughter, Anna-Grace Stanley.
She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Leonard Stanley of Atmore; one son, Ronald Eugene Stanley of Atmore; one daughter, Carolyn Stanley (Charles) Woods of Atmore; one brother, James Watford of Crossroads, AL; three grandchildren, Robbie (Jennifer) Stanley of Atmore, Sharlie (Ross) Terry of Atmore and Scotty (Toshia) Woods of Atmore; and three great-grandchildren, Robert Stanley, Colton Stanley and Ava Woods.
Funeral services will be Thursday, May 12, 2016, at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Heard and Rev. Mike Grindle officiating.
Burial will follow at the Serenity Garden Cemetery.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 12, 2016, from 12:30 p.m. until service time at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Sammy Day, Randy Day, Billy Watford, Ricky Stanley, Greg Stanley, and Garrie Singleton.
Honorary pallbearers will be Sarah Sunday School Class at Brook’s Memorial Baptist Church and Atmore Memorial VFW Auxiliary.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Otha Martin
May 10, 2016
Mr. Otha Martin, 86, passed away on Saturday, May 7, 2016, in Poarch.
Mr. Martin was a native and lifelong resident of Poarch, Alabama. Mr. Martin was a member of St. Anna’s Episcapol Church of Poarch and the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. He was a tug boat captain for 40 years, avid gardener and provided food for many people. He is preceded in death by a son, Paul died as an infant; parents, Archie McGhee and Elsie Martin; one brother, Lavan Martin; and two sisters, Thelma Alice Amos and Helen Price.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marie Martin of Poarch; four sons, Lamar (Charlotte) Martin of Pensacola, Nathan (Susan) Martin of Atmore, Nelson Martin of Poarch and Sonny Kirkland of Wallace, AL; one daughter, Pauline (Lamar) Wilson of Atmore; two brothers, Douglas (Shelby) Martin of Zion, IL and J.T. Holland of Poarch; two sisters, Jeanette (Ken) Beck of McCullough, AL and Jean Ardis of Lottie, AL; 10 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and caregiver, Mary Poindexter.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 11, 2016, at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Michael Montgomery, Rev. Josh Long and Rev. Trevor Daughtry officiating.
Burial will be at the Judson Creek Indian Cemetery.
Visitation will be Tuesday, May 10, 2016, from 6 p.m. until 9 a.m. on Wednesday, May 11, 2016, at the Poarch Community Church.
Pallbearers will be Josh Martin, Josh Long, Brad Martin, Brandon Towe, Jonathan Martin, Tristan Montgomery and Jerry Faircloth.
Honorary pallbearers will be Curtis Daily, Bobby Riley, Ken Beck, Don Absond, Randy Martin and Dino Rolin.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Gladys Myrl Jordan
May 10, 2016
Gladys Myrl Jordan went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 4, 2016. She was born January 4, 1925, in Laurel Hill, FL, to Oscar and Ada Gavin. She was united in marriage to LeRoy Jordan, Sr., on January 26, 1957, in Pensacola.
Gladys loved square dancing, playing pool, throwing darts, fishing, cooking, watching her stories, or soap operas, and watching game shows-especially “The Price is Right,” “Family Feud,” and “Wheel of Fortune.” She won several trophies for pool and dart tournaments.
Gladys was an excellent cook. She loved to prepare meals for her family. Some of the favorites are meatloaf, pork chops, potato salad, and macaroni and cheese, even if it was from the box, she put that extra special touch, banana pudding, and pineapple upside down cake.
She loved watching sports of any kind. Her favorite teams to watch were the Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinals. Her favorite baseball player was Chipper Jones. She played basketball for Chumuckla School when she was in tenth grade. She was the shortest player on the team, but she loved the game. She really loved to go fishing with her husband. They spent many mornings on the river with their lines in the water.
Gladys always put her family first. She was a true virtuous woman, as described in Proverbs 31. One of her favorite Bible verses was John 3:16. She also loved Proverbs 3:5-6 and Jeremiah 29:11-12. She was a God fearing woman and was saved later in life.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Ada Gavin; four brothers; one sister; and her loving husband of almost 40 years, LeRoy Jordan, Sr.
She is survived by her sister, Avis Polk; daughter, Susan Knowles; son, LeRoy “Butch” Jordan, Jr; grandson, Matthew (Megan) Lang; granddaughter, LeAnn (Patrick) DeMarcus; granddaughter, Tara Jordan; great-grandsons, Trevor DeMarcus, Kael and Kallan Jensen; great-granddaughter, Hannah DeMarcus; she has one great-grandchild due in October; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Funeral services were held Monday, May 9, 2016 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home South with Dr. Brian Barlow officiating.
Internment was in Barrancas National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the family.
Voncile B. Lassitter
May 10, 2016
Voncile B. Lassitter 94, of McCullough, AL, passed away May 4, 2016, in McCullough. She was born on November 30, 1921, in McCullough to the late Levy and Bessie Walker Bryant. She was a member of Huxford Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jon W. Lassitter; siblings, Eulie Bryant, Victoria “T” Cooper and Alma Stewart.
She is survived by one son, William “Benford” (Gail) Lassitter of Wade, MS and one daughter, Joyce Woolley of Newton, MS; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held on Friday, May 6, 2016, at the Huxford Baptist Church with Bro. James Boyd officiating.
Burial was in McCullough Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Ricky Wasdin, Gerald Parmer, James Plant, Olen Parmer, Caleb Lassitter and John Woolley.
Honorary pallbearers were Jimmy Booker, William Gorum, Joe Coker, Terrell Mason and Ralph Purnell.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Bernard A. Brown
May 10, 2016
Bernard A. “Skippy” Brown, 74, died peacefully in his home on Sunday, May 8, 2016. He was born and raised in Pensacola, where he most enjoyed walking on the beach, eating fresh seafood, and running into friends at the T&W Flea Market. He was also an avid NASCAR fan. Skippy never met a stranger and maintained lifelong friendships, many whom he met as the owner of Quality Auto Parts in Ensley.
He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings, George E. Brown and Sara Ann Turberville.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Nancy Quinn Brown; son, Anthony Brown (Barbara); and daughters, Denise Blanton, Deanna Lucia (Tom), and Laurie Vincent (Timmy). He was PawPaw to seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Skippy’s personal quote and daily life goal was “Just Good Clean Living.”
Visitation will be held Wednesday, May 11, 2016, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 12, 2016, at 11 a.m. at Faith Chapel North with Brother Ed Guernsey officiating.
Interment will follow at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is handling arrangements.
Apply For Housing Rehabilitation Assistance In Century Tuesday and Wednesday
May 9, 2016
Residents from Century and the unincorporated areas of Escambia County will have another chance to apply for housing rehabilitation programs to recover from the February 15 tornado.
Staff from the town of Century and the Escambia County Neighborhood Enterprise Division will be at the Century Town Hall at 7995 North Century Boulevard, on and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 pm. to take or complete applications for housing rehabilitation programs for citizens in the Town of Century and unincorporated areas. Applicants must make an appointment by calling (850) 994-0081 for town of Century residents or (850) 595-3011 for unincorporated Escambia County residents. Walk-ins may not be able to be accommodated.
Applicants must bring a social security card for all household members and a picture ID for all household members over 18. Additionally, applicants should bring the following current information with them as applicable:
- Three most recent pay stubs
- Social security award letter
- Retirement/pension statement
- Unemployment statement
- Child support/alimony verification
- Current bank statements
- Current mortgage statement
- Current insurance statement
- Utility bill
- Any other documentation related to income being received by any member of a household
Programs available include the county’s HOME, CDBG and SHIP rehabilitation programs. Income limits apply and the property must be owner occupied and current on property taxes to receive assistance. For more information, call the Escambia County Neighborhood Enterprise Division at (850) 595-0022.
Demolition Of Former Century High School Is Well Underway
May 9, 2016
Work is well underway to demolish the former Century High School on Hecker Road due to tornado damage.
During the EF-3 tornado that struck Century on February 15, the main potion of the old high school was heavily damaged, with windows broken and window frames pushed inward. The football stadium, including the press box, was also structurally damaged.
The main school building was constructed in 1937. Century High School closed 20 years ago after being merged with Ernest Ward High School in Walnut Hill to form the current Northview High School.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Voter Outreach And Election Worker Drive This Week In Century
May 9, 2016
The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections Office will hold a voter outreach and election worker recruitment drive Wednesday in Century.
The event will be held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Century Town Hall. Florida residents can register to vote or, if already registered, make sure the elections office has their most current information on file.
Florida residents attending the event should bring their Florida driver’s license, Florida ID card or the last four digits of their social security number.
For more information, call (850) 595-3900.
Pen Wheels Disabled Fishing Rodeo Held In Walnut Hill
May 9, 2016
The 42nd annual Pen Wheels Fishing Rodeo was held Saturday in Walnut Hill.
Over the history of the fishing rodeo, it has been held at locations ranging from Ft. Pickens to the Three Mile Bridge in Pensacola. Since 2001, it has been held at Jantz’s Catfish Pond on South Highway 99, just off Highway 97.
Dozens of volunteers stood ready Saturday to help the disabled. They baited hooks, tossed a line and offered words of friendly encouragement, while dozens of disabled people were registered in Saturday’s fishing rodeo. They were from around the area, including Pensacola and Century.
The Pen Wheels Fishing Rodeo is provided to the disabled for free as a project of the Pensacola Fiesta of Five Flags organization.
Pictured: The Pen Wheel Fishing Rodeo for the disabled Saturday in Walnut Hill. NorthEscambia.com exclusive photos, click to enlarge.
Attorney Outspoken Against DUI Is Arrested For DUI (Updated Details)
May 9, 2016
An attorney known for his outspoken television commercials, sometimes with a staunch stand against drunk driving, has been arrested for DUI.
David J. Maloney, 49, was booked into the Escambia County Jail about 3:35 a.m. Sunday for DUI. Maloney was pulled over speeding in a 35 mph zone in a black Lamborghini on Via de Luna Drive on Pensacola Beach about 2 a.m. by an Escambia County deputy. The deputy developed enough probable cause to arrest Maloney for driving under the influence, according to a spokesman for the Sheriff’s Office.
According to an arrest report, Maloney was traveling 55 mph in a 35 mph zone. When an Escambia County deputy performed a traffic stop, Maloney reportedly said, “I’m sorry, I know way better than that.” He told the deputy that he was coming from helping out at an Ice Flyers celebration. When asked how much had had to drink, he replied, “Nothing, absolutely nothing.”. When the deputy asked why he could smell alcohol coming from his breath, Maloney replied, “You can’t”.
The deputy reported that Money had bloodshot and watery eyes and a strong order of alcohol coming from his person. When asked to submit to field sobriety test, Maloney told the deputy that he had to get home in order to relieve a babysitter, the report states.
When asked again to submit to a field sobriety test, Maloney said, “That’s physically impossible, I respect you, I know way better than that, I know you patrol it heavily, I don’t drive this much and I need to get home to relieve my sitter,” the arrest report states.
After refusing an additional request to take field sobriety test, Maloney was placed under arrest and his father was called to take possession of the vehicle. Maloney did not want his wife, who was the passenger, to drive the Lamborghini because she was impaired.
Maloney refused an Intoxilyzer test because it was against “his convictions”, the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office report states.
Maloney was released from the Escambia County Jail about a $500 bond about six hours after his arrest. He is due in court June 1.
“If you drink and you drive and you hurt someone, don’t call me. I’m not gonna represent you, I’m not gonna help you. If anything, I’m gonna be the lawyer going after you,” Maloney says in one advertisement.