James T. “Mac” McNeill
July 12, 2022
James T. “Mac” McNeill was born in Clear Springs, Alabama on January 12, 1942, to Vadin and Verla Mae (Hendrix) McNeill. He passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, July 10, 2022.
“Papaw” as he was most lovingly called was a very dedicated and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He was proud to be an American and served in the United States Air Force for four years. He was a longtime member of the Ensley Masonic Lodge # 278 and Scottish Rite. He retired from Beloit Corporation. He was a member of Gateway Baptist Church.
Left to cherish his memories are his loving wife of 60 years, Peggy: daughter, Shelley McNeill-Trees (Sean) and son, James “Kevin” McNeill (Lori); Grandchildren, Ginny Corley (Patrick); Gracie McNeill and Emmy McNeill; Great-Grandchildren, Layton Corley and Maverick Cohenour; and very special “sister”, Connie Cogburn.
Pallbearers will be Mike Hollis, Paul Dykes, James Peacock, Ronnie Goodwin, Joe Curry and Robert Bodiford.
Visitation will be Friday, July 15, 6-8 p.m. at Faith Chapel North. Funeral service will be Saturday, July 16, at 11 a.m. at Faith Chapel North.
Burial service will be Monday, July 18, at 10 a.m.. at Eastern Gate Memorial.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Gateway Baptist Church, 301 W. Nine Mile Road, Suite #5, Pensacola, FL 32534
Our family would like to thank the staff of VITAS healthcare for the care and compassion shown to our loved one. And, a very special thank you to LeeAnne Lafleur and Traci Chance.
William E. “Bill” Patrick
July 12, 2022
William E. “Bill” Patrick was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 6,2022.
He was born in Columbus, Georgia on February 23 , 1955, to the late William Zeke and Doris Faye
Patrick. ln addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Michae Jay Patrick and Father-in-law Duerwood A. Willis.
He is survived by his loving Wife of 37 years, Darenda Patrick; devoted Son, William E. Patrick lll (Suzanna); his adoring Granddaughter, Payton Patrick; Step-Granddaughter Payton Hill; Brother, Mark Patrick; and Mother-in-Law, Mary F. Willis. He is also survived by his Sisters-in-law Brenda Nix, Debra Jones (Tommy), Sheila Willis (Lee); Brothers-in-law Ronnie Willis (Lisa) and Gary Willis (Nancy). He leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
Bill leaves behind an honorable legacy as a man who always stood up for what was right. His dedication as a husband, father, and grandfather galvanizes this legacy. While family and friends often benefited from his kind words and actions, it was not unlikely for complete strangers to be treated with the same acts of kindness. Bill loved tending to his horses at the farm, yelling “War Eagle” at the Bama Fans and spreading smiles with his sense of humor. Bill will be missed by those who love him and his love for them will never be replaced. The memories will forever be warming to their hearts.
Pallbearers will be Phil Nix, Johnny Jones, Wesley Gunter, Logan Hodges, Trevor Etheridge, Michael Sherrill, Scooter Nix, and Dalton Etheridge.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Jack Weeks, Tommy Wales, Johnny Faulk, Chris Jones, Mark Serley, Jack Mitchem, Terry Brown, Johnny Jones, Nick Bouzios, Brent Etheridge, Howard Penton, Tommy Henry, Paul Vaughn, Kenny Bedsole, Mike Campbell, and Ricky Smith.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North has been entrusted with arrangements, 1000 S. Hwy 29, Cantonment, FL 32533.
Visitation will be Thursday, July 1.4,2022,from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be Friday, July 15, 2022, aI 12:00 p.m. Final resting place will be at Bayview Memorial Park, 3351 Scenic Hwy #90E, Pensacola, FL 32503.
ln lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made online to the Wounded Warrior Project or to Hillcrest Baptist Church, 800 E. 9 Mile Road, Pensacola, FL 32514.
Doris Louise “Sue” Gohagin
July 12, 2022
Doris Louise “Sue” Gohagin, age 82, of Atmore, AL passed away on July 9, 2022. She was born on August 2, 1939 in Atmore, AL to James E. and Rosa Malissie Harrison Taylor.
She worked at Judy Bond, Masland Carpets and Fred’s before retiring. Sue was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who really valued her time with her family and friends. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church of Atmore, AL.
She is preceded in death by her parents, James “Ed” and Rosa Malissie Taylor; her husband of 60 years, Joseph Howard Gohagin; her children: Tami Karen Gohagin and James Teril Gohagin; her brothers: Homer E. Taylor and Johnnie William Taylor and her sisters: Dorothy J. Godwin and Callie M. Irwin.
She is survived by her son, Dauphin (Rita) Gohagin; her grandsons: Keith (Ashley) Gohagin and Grant (Arica) Gohagin; her great grandchildren: Macy Byrd, Mallie Byrd, Brody Selzer, Jace Gohagin, Rylee Gohagin, Roper Peacock, Bristol Peacock, Bryndle Peacock and Baylor Peacock.
Graveside services will be held Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. at McCullough Cemetery in McCullough, AL with Bro. Mark Peacock officiating. Interment will follow at McCullough Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Kevin Spence, Brian Spence, Grant Gohagin, Keith Gohagin, Louis Tharp and Anthony Peacock.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 13, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, AL.
High Chances Of Rain; Watching Possible Tropical Development
July 11, 2022
We are watching the northern Gulf of Mexico where a low pressure area is expected to form in the next few days from a stalled frontal boundary.
Some slow development of this system is possible if it remains offshore during the middle and latter part of the week while it moves little. Regardless of development, heavy rain and flooding are possible along with an increased risk for rip currents in the middle to latter part of this week.
While a named tropical storm may or may not develop, we may be looking at several inches of rain over the next week. We’ll keep you updated.
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Calm wind.
Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms. High near 86. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the morning. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tuesday Night: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms. High near 85. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Wednesday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. South wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms. High near 81. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Thursday Night: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. East wind around 5 mph.
Friday: Showers and thunderstorms. High near 79. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Friday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. East wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Saturday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71.
Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Sunday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73.
Monday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 85. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Mc David FL
30.87°N 87.48°W (Elev. 269 ft)
Visit your local NWS office at: https://www.weather.gov/mob
One More Look: The Blue Angels Over Pensacola Beach (Photo Gallery)
July 11, 2022
Here’s one more look back at the Blue Angels during the Pensacola Beach Air Show.
For a gallery, click or tap here.
Photos USN/Blue Angels for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Gas Prices Slide 15 Cents On Average Last Week In Florida
July 11, 2022
Florida gas prices dropped 15 cents per gallon last week. The state average has now declined for four consecutive weeks, falling a total of 47 cents during that time.
Drivers are now paying an average price of $4.42 per gallon, though Florida residents in some regions are paying less than $4.20 a gallon. The state average is now at a 2-month low. On average, it now costs $66 to fill a 15-gallon tank. That’s $7 less than when prices were at record-levels in mid June.
The average price per gallon in Escambia County is $4.35. In North Escambia, the low price Sunday night was $4.28 on Muscogee Road. In Pensacola, the warehouse clubs were at $3.95 as one station on Nine Mile Road.
“Floridians are getting some welcome relief from record high prices at the pump,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “The price declines are attributed to falling oil and gasoline futures prices, which suffered steep drops in recent weeks, due to concerns about a potential global economic recession, and how that could result in lower worldwide demand for fuel. However, there is still concerns about global fuel supplies, which is keeping somewhat of a floor on prices. Unless there’s a sudden rebound in the price of oil, the state average should drop below $4.30 this week.”
Escambia Ballots For Military And Overseas Voters On The Way
July 11, 2022
The first vote-by-mail ballots for the August 23 primary election have been mailed to military and overseas voters, according to Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David Stafford.
Civilian ballots will be mailed no later than July 21 to those that have already requested them.
All registered voters in Escambia County are eligible to receive a ballot in the primary election.
Florida is a closed primary state and Escambia County has single-member districts. Voters can only vote in their party’s primary except in the case of a Universal Primary Contest. As a result, ballots will differ based on where a voter lives in the county and their party affiliation. All registered voters may vote in the County Commission District 2 contest, as it is a Universal Primary Contest. In addition, there are nonpartisan contests on the primary ballot (county judge, school board, City of Pensacola).
If you wish to change your political party, you must do so by the party change deadline of July 25.
Any Florida voter can choose to vote by mail. If you have not already made a request and wish to receive your ballot in the mail, visit escambiavotes.gov/vote-by-mail or call (850) 595-3900. The request deadline is August 8.
The deadline to register to vote or change party affiliation before the August 23 Primary Election is July 25.
First Responders Raise 32,000 Healthy Meals During 2022 Donut Strike for Manna
July 11, 2022
The final totals are in for the 2022 Donut Strike for Manna as seven Escambia and Santa Rosa law enforcement and fire departments teamed up again to fight hunger.
They collected the equivalent of 32,694 healthy meals for hungry neighbors in need served by Manna Food Bank. This year’s event pushed first responders’ total contributions since 2017 over the 100,000-meal mark, to nearly 130,000 healthy meals for children and families in need.
Participating agencies include the Escambia County Fire Rescue, Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, Gulf Breeze Fire Rescue, Gulf Breeze Police Department, Pace Fire Rescue District, Pensacola Fire Department, and Pensacola Police Department.
“Local law enforcement and firefighters are not only our every-day heroes; they’re our hunger heroes too,” said DeDe Flounlacker, executive director of Manna. “Families are struggling to make ends meet this summer. Our first responders have generously answered the call to impact change for their neighbors in need.”
First responders went on strike against doughnuts from June 22 through June 24 to encourage the community to fight local hunger by supporting Manna.
Pictured: Collecting food during the Donut Strike for Manna at Winn Dixie in Cantonment and Publix. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Tate Lady Aggies Softball Camp Is Tuesday; Register Now
July 11, 2022
The Tate High School Lady Aggies will host their annual Summer Softball Skills Clinic on Tuesday, July 12 from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. Check-in begins at 4:30 p.m.
The cost is $50. For more information or to register, click or tap here.
Pictured: The 2021 Tate High School Summer Softball Skills Clinic. Photos for NorthEscambia.com, click to enlarge.
Wahoos Salvage Series Finale With 4-3 Win Over Mississippi
July 11, 2022
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos salvaged their series finale against the Mississippi Braves on Sunday, squeaking out a 4-3 victory on the strength of 11 hits and a scoreless five-inning start from Cody Mincey.
Mincey (W, 4-3) allowed at least one baserunner in all five of his innings, but kept the Braves at bay to earn the win.
Stymied through three innings with five men left on base, the Blue Wahoos finally broke through in the fourth against Mississippi starter Alan Rangel (L, 3-3). J.D. Osborne opened the scoring with an RBI single, and José Devers brought in a pair with a two-run single before stealing his way into scoring position and coming home on a Victor Victor Mesa sacrifice fly.
Zack Leban took over for Mincey in relief, and the red-hot Braves rallied in the seventh for three runs on a Cody Milligan RBI single and a pair of run-scoring wild pitches.
Josh Simpson stranded a pair of Mississippi runners in scoring position in a scoreless eighth, and Colton Hock worked around a two-out single in the ninth to earn the save.
After an off day on Monday, the Blue Wahoos return home for a six-game series against the Chattanooga Lookouts on Tuesday.
by Eric Bremer, Pensacola Blue Wahoos