Alabama Death Row Inmate Dead In Apparent Suicide
June 4, 2018
The Alabama Department of Corrections is investigating an apparent suicide of a death row inmate reported Sunday at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore.
Prison officials found Jeffery Lynn Borden, 57, hanging by a bed sheet in his cell at approximately 2:30 a.m. during a security check. Borden was pronounced deceased at 3 a.m.
Borden was sentenced to death for the 1993 capital murder of his wife, Cheryl Borden, and her father, Roland Harris, in Jefferson County.
Borden’s remains were turned over to the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences.
AAA: Gas Prices Trickle Lower
June 4, 2018
The summer driving season is in full swing, and it opened with the most expensive gas prices in four years. Fortunately, those prices at the pump are beginning to trickle lower, according to AAA.
Gas prices in Florida declined 4 cents last week. The state average of $2.87 is 14 cents more than a month ago and 49 cents more than this time last year. The average price per gallon was $2.86 in Escambia County.
“Gas prices could drop 10-15 cents, based on recent oil price declines,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “The discount will not happen overnight, because it usually takes a couple weeks for shifts like this to play out at the pump. However, any downward potential would be wiped out if futures prices suddenly bounce higher.”
NorthEscambia.com photo, click to enlarge.
Curtis Morris
June 4, 2018
Curtis Morris passed away Friday, June 1st, 2018 at home in Cantonment Florida. He is preceded in death by his, parents George and Bama (Harrell) Morris, along with two brothers George Junior Morris and Buddy Morris and a sister Earline (Morris) Diamond.
He is survived by his loving wife Ruth (Wilson) Morris. They would have been married for 53 years June 4, 2018. They had four sons; Curtis Keith Morris (Stephanie), Richard Kevin Morris (Shelley), George Kenneth Morris (Loretta) and Robert Kirk Morris (Diana). He left behind 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren who will miss him dearly. A surviving sister Pauline (Morris) Sasser and many other extended family and friends.
Curtis worked at the Plywood Plant while working at Arnett Service Station, followed by Rex Crews Flooring, retiring after 30 years of service with Caraustar.
Curtis (Dominicker) enjoyed fishing, hunting, being on the water, music, dancing and spending time with family and friends.
He was a father figure to many and left a lasting impression on most that knew him.
Please join the family in remembrance of Curtis (Dominicker) Morris from 5PM to 7PM on Thursday, June 7, 2018 with visitation at Faith Chapel North in Cantonment Florida. Funeral will be held at 10AM on Friday, June 8, 2018 at Faith Chapel North in Cantonment Florida.
Clayton E. Peacock, Sr.
June 4, 2018
Clayton E. Peacock, Sr. passed away on Sunday, June 3, 2018 at the age of 81. Clayton graduated from Tate High School Class of 1955. He worked as a Millwright for Champion Paper Mill and retired after 43 years of service. He also served in the United States Army for three years. Clayton will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, Mr. Fix It, and a big fan of Country Music.
He is preceded in death by his parents, William H. Peacock and Florence King Peacock; two sisters, Lucy Peebles and Barbra Graham.
Clayton is survived by his wife of 62 years, Kathy Peacock; son, Clayton “Clay” E. Peacock, Jr.; daughter, Debra “Debbie” Peacock Schuller; son-in-law, Thomas “Tom” W. Schuller; grandsons, Kevin and Carter Schuller; siblings, Ethel Nowak, Maxine Sutton, William Fred Peacock, Lewis Peacock, Rachael O’Connor, Ann Manning, Peggy Rotella and James Peacock; and73 numberous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 9, 2018 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Burial to follow in Pensacola Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
The family will receive friends on Friday, June 8, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Patricia and Robert Bowman
June 4, 2018
After nearly 64 years of marriage, Patricia Ann Bowman, 83, and Robert Travis Bowman, 83, passed away on Tuesday, May 29th and Thursday, May 31st, 2018, respectively. They were surrounded by their loving family when they were ultimately given peace.
Robert was born to the late Margret and Arthur Bowman on July 26th, 1934, and Patricia was born to the late Julia and Anthony Taranto on January 20th, 1935 in Pensacola, Florida.
They were high school sweethearts and married each other on December 28th, 1954. They were united together in a tremendous love for one another that lives on through their beautiful children and grandchildren. Together they were blessed with a large and loving family of whom they were wholeheartedly devoted.
Patricia and Robert were long-time parishioners of the Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church.
Patricia was an active member and officer in many community organizations including, Sons and Daughters of Italy in America, Maids of Mirth, Les Harlequins, The Red Hat Society, Carnival Sunday, and Tuesday Lady Bridge group.
Robert graduated from the University of Florida with honors in 1961. He then went on to hold several executive roles transacting business in five continents as an industrial engineer. He was involved in many of the same community organizations with his wife and additionally several golf groups.
They will be dearly missed as they were incredibly strong and loving parents, parents-in-law, grandparents, sibling, aunt/uncle and friends. Robert and Patricia were preceded in death by their parents.
Viewing and visitation will be Tuesday, June 5th from 10:30-11:30 with a Rosary being recited at 11:15 at Saint Paul Catholic Church. Mass will be celebrated at 11:30. Burial will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery at 2pm.
Russell Wayne White
June 4, 2018
Mr. Russell Wayne White, age 70, passed away on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at his home in Nokomis, Alabama.
Mr. White was born in Atmore, AL and has resided in Nokomis, AL for most of his life. He was a Veteran of the Vietnam Conflict serving with the U.S. Army. He was a retired Crane Operator and of the Baptist Faith. He is preceded in death by his parents, David and Ruby White and one brother, Paul White.
Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Patricia White of Nokomis, AL; three daughters, Teresa (John) Booker of Perdido, AL, Tina (Michael) McGhee of Nokomis, AL and Tonya (Johnny) Rolin of Canoe, AL; five brothers, Mike (Debra) White of Pensacola, FL, Tony White of Atmore, AL, Ricky White of Atmore, AL, Wendall White of Atmore, AL and Terry (Sherry) White of Atmore, AL; five sisters, Francine (Norman) Wilson of Nokomis, AL, Nancy (Joe) Pace of Atlanta, GA, Marsha Wright of Pensacola, FL, Connie (Joe) Gibson of Pensacola, FL and Judy Godwin of Pensacola, FL; nine grandchildren, Cameron McGhee, Austin McGhee, Taylor McGhee, Josh Booker, Alaina Rolin, Hannah Booker, Rebecca Booker, Tyler Rolin and Zane Rolin; one great grandchild, Jaxon McGhee and two great-great grandbabies, due in Decemeber.
Graveside services will be Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 11:00 AM at the Sullivan Cemetery with Rev. Don Davis officiating.
Burial will be at the Sullivan Cemetery.
Visitation will be Tuesday, June 5, 2018 from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Steve White, Daniel White, Jonathan White, Ashley Dupree, Tony Wilson and Denny Carlton.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Thomas White, Chad White, Brad Wilson, Justin Godwin, Jake Godwin, Stoney Carlton and Derek Wilson.
Wahoos Double Header Washed Away
June 3, 2018
In series marred by bad weather, Saturday’s scheduled doubleheader has been canceled due to inclement weather. The Wahoos and Jumbo Shrimp will finish the first half of the season with Jacksonville having won six of the eight matchups.
The two teams hoped to squeeze a pair of games in on Friday, but after a three-hour, forty-seven-minute delay, both teams agreed to push the second game to Saturday. The first game nearly met the requirements of an official game, but with one out in the top of the fifth inning, the rains came down and halted played with Jacksonville leading 3-2. The weather would not cease, and by rule, the game was officially canceled and all prior stats were erased.
Almost every game at the Baseball Ground of Jacksonville dealt with soggy weather in some form or fashion. Wednesday’s 6-4 win was the only exception. Prior to the cancellation of today’s doubleheader, only one other Southern League game had been canceled.
Pensacola will head home in search of drier weather when they begin a five-game homestand against the first-place Biloxi Shuckers. RHP Daniel Wright (2-3, 4.98) will start the opener for the Blue Wahoos while RHP Thomas Jankins (6-3, 5.01) looks to secure his seventh win of the season.
No Apparent Injuries In Molino Single Vehicle Crash
June 3, 2018
There were no apparent injuries in a single vehicle crash near Molino Saturday night.
A driver lost control and left the roadway, running into a wooded area about 10:15 p.m. Bystanders reported that the driver was out of the vehicle and walking away on foot; there was no word if he returned to the crash on Highway 95A north of Barrineau Park Road.
The Florida Highway Patrol is conducting the accident investigation.
Escambia County EMS and the Molino Station of Escambia Fire Rescue also responded.
NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Hot And Humid Sunday With A Chance Of Severe Storms
June 3, 2018
The National Weather Service says there some storms today may be severe; the biggest threat is localized damaging winds with gusts of 60 mph with small hail.
Here is your official North Escambia forecast:
Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. Light west wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Sunday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. West wind around 5 mph becoming north after midnight.
Monday: Sunny, with a high near 90. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday Night: Clear, with a low around 61. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 90. Calm wind becoming northwest around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. West wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Wednesday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming northwest around 5 mph.
Wednesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 69. Calm wind.
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 93.
Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 69.
Friday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93.
Friday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 70.
Saturday: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 91.
Pictured: Storms approaching Cantonment Saturday afternoon. Photos by Jennifer Schultz
Escambia Needs Poll Workers
June 3, 2018
Escambia County voters can get paid while serving the community. The Escambia County Supervisor of Elections is currently looking for poll workers. For more information, visit escambiavotes.com/poll-worker-information or call (850) 595-3900.