Gwendolyn Hilley
April 8, 2024
Gwendolyn Hilley, 87, of Pensacola passed peacefully into Heavens Gates and into the Lords Arms on February 22,2024 after a brief illness.
Gwen was born to Aubrey F. Johnson and Ora Melvina Key Johnson in Pensacola, FL on August 16, 1936. Gwen was a lifelong resident of Pensacola. Gwen married Kenneth Hilley on December 18, 1965 and
shared 24 loving years together before his death in 1989.
Gwen was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, and her husband. She is survived by her 8 children Deborah Brown (Phillip), Michael Marabella, Ronald Marabella, Angela Ciampini (Lenny), Steven Marabella (Allison), Felicia Williford, Kendall Hilley Love (Scott) and Tommy Hilley. She is also survived by Eleven Grandchildren, Nine Great-Grandchildren, and one Great-Great Granddaughter, along with numerous nieces and nephews, all of whom she loved dearly.
Gwen was a loving Mom, Nana and MeMe. Everyone loved to gather at her house and enjoy her amazing cooking. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her.
There will be a private Family Service on Mother’s Day.
Jim Maloney
April 8, 2024
Jim Maloney, 94 years old, passed on April 4, 2024 with family at his bedside. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Narvel and Guanna Maloney; wife, Alpha; and son, Patrick.
He is survived by Sally (Jeff) Grace, Kathleen Maloney, Mile (Lisa) Maloney, and Diane Maloney, 9 grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren.
He was born in Ft. Worth, Texas, November 30, 1929. He attended TCU and received a Master’s degree in Chemistry. He married Alpha Davis in 1952. He was in the Army during the Korean conflict, then moved to Florida where he worked for Monsanto for 30 years. He was responsible for multiple patents and oversaw one of the labs in Building 707 during his tenure.
He loved his family immensely. Always willing to “hold our money” in order to help us save. He followed kids and grandkids all over the USA to watch them play sports. He was an avid photographer, wood worker, farmer and financial guru.
We could not have navigated this journey without our friends’ support and special caretakers, Anita Macks, Tiffany Snyder, Micki Catoe, Michele Ridenour, Monica Jareman, Gayle Capps, Carol Schlitt, and Cathy Boldizsar.
He will be so deeply missed.
Services for Jim Narvel Maloney will be held Monday, April 8, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Jim will be laid to rest at Bayview Memorial Park following the service.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements.
AAA: Florida Gas Prices Fell 12 Cents Last Week, But Upward Pressure Returns
April 8, 2024
Florida gas prices are on a 9-day streak of declines, falling a total of 15 cents. On Sunday, the state average was $3.47 per gallon, down 12 cents from a week ago.
The average per gallon Sunday night in Escambia County was $3.37, with a low of $3.12 available on East Nine Mile Road. In North Escambia, the low price was $3.25 at two Cantonment stations on Highway 29.
“Pump prices are once again below year-ago levels, but upward pressure has moved back into the market,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “The U.S. price of oil surged to new 2024 highs last week, which could cause gas prices to move higher.”
NorthEscambia.com file photo.
Mostly Cloudy, Slight Chance Of Rain Tonight
April 8, 2024
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: A 20 percent chance of showers before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph.
Wednesday: A chance of showers before 10am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10am and 1pm, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 1pm. Some of the storms could be severe and produce heavy rainfall. High near 73. Breezy, with a southeast wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Wednesday Night: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Some of the storms could be severe and produce heavy rainfall. Low around 62. Breezy, with a south wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Thursday: Partly sunny, with a high near 72. Breezy, with a southwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 49. West wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 73. Northwest wind around 10 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 46. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 78.
Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 51.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 80.
Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 57.
Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 81.
James Alvin “Jimmy” Powers
April 8, 2024
James Alvin “Jimmy” Powers, age 84, of Atmore, AL passed away on April 1, 2024 in Bay Minette, AL. He was born on March 28, 1940 in Limestone County, Athens, AL to Floyd and Louise Collins Powers. He was a bus driver with Escambia County Alabama Schoo lSystem and attended Atmore First Assembly. He is preceded in death by his parents; his son, Anthony Powers, his brothers, Calvin “Lib” Powers, Pete “Inis” Powers, Bud Powers, and D.C. Powers, and his sister, Shirley Powers.
He is survived by his wife, Edna Mae Powers; his children, James (Thelma) Powers, Timothy (Kristie) Powers, and Vanessa (Todd) Dunn; his grandchildren, Kayla Powers, Brittany (Brandon) Hetrick, Charles Aymond and Jennifer (Jalen) Moorer; his great grandchildren, Isaiah “Mr. Alvin”, Joshua “Joshy Pooh”, Zack “Jack”, Zoey “Joey”, Andrew “Worrywart” and Raedyn “Squirt” along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Friday, April 5, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Don Davis officiating. Interment will follow in Bowman
Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Isaiah Hetrick, Joshua Hetrick, Brandon Tedder, Zack Hetrick, Randall Tillman, Gabriel Aymond and Charles Aymond.
Visitation will be held Thursday, April 4, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Wahoos Beat M-Braves To Sweep Season-Opening Series
April 8, 2024
written by Erik Bremer
The Pensacola Blue Wahoos hammered Mississippi Braves pitching prospect Hurston Waldrep on Sunday afternoon, coasting to a 9-1 victory to improve to 3-0 on the young season.
With a season-opening weekend sweep, the Blue Wahoos are one win shy of tying a record set in 2021 for their best start in team history.
The Blue Wahoos jumped ahead early with three runs in the first, highlighted by a two-run single from Sean Roby that would have otherwise been a three-run homer if not for a cross-up on the basepaths.
Jacob Berry and Roby added RBI singles in the second inning to extend the lead to 5-0, and Diego Infante launched an opposite-field solo homer in the third. Harrison Spohn’s first Double-A hit added another run to the total, bouncing the Braves’ #2 pitching prospect with 11 hits allowed and a 7-0 lead.
That would be more than enough for Pensacola starter Paul Campbell, who pitched 5.1 innings of one-run ball in his first start in nearly two years. The righty fanned five in his comeback performance from 2022 elbow surgery, and was backed up with scoreless relief from Jeff Lindgren, Zach McCambley and Austin Roberts.
A sellout crowd of 5,038 – the third sellout in as many games – enjoyed a surprise flyover from the Blue Angels and support aircraft Fat Albert in the sixth inning as the ace flyers made their Sunday afternoon tour over downtown Pensacola.
After an off day Monday, the Blue Wahoos hit the road Tuesday for a six-game series in Montgomery against the Biscuits.
Western Gate Soccer Showdown Brings SEC Teams to North Escambia Area (With Gallery)
April 7, 2024
Escambia County residents had a chance to experience action Saturday between three top ranked Southeastern Conference schools as they competed in the Western Gate Soccer Showdown at Ashton Brosnaham Athletic Park off 10 Mile Road.
The inaugural Western Gate Collegiate Soccer Showdown featured matchups between the Florida Gators, Mississippi State Bulldogs, and LSU Tigers with free admission.
Young soccer players and fans were thrilled to meet the soccer players during fan autograph sessions. The SEC players autographed team photos, jerseys, soccer balls and shoes as they interacted with fans.
For more photos, including the Mississippi State vs. LSU game, click here.
The 2024 SEC Women’s Soccer Tournament will return to Escambia County November 3-10. The top 12 SEC women’s soccer teams will compete for their championship at the Ashton Brosnaham Athletic Park.
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One Injured In Highway 97 Davisville Crash
April 7, 2024
One person was injured when a Kia crashed in a culvert on Highway 97 in Davisville Saturday morning.
The crash happened south of the Piggly Wiggly and the Florida/Alabama state line at Atmore. The driver was transported to an area hospital by Escambia County EMS. Their injuries were not considered to be life-threatening.
Escambia County Fire Rescue, the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office and the Florida Highway Patrol also responded.
FHP is continuing their investigation into the cause of the crash.
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Funeral Held For Escambia Deputy Sheriff 1st Class Albert George Kalber
April 7, 2024
Funeral services were held Saturday at Pensacola Beach for Escambia County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sheriff 1st Class Albert George Kalber.
Kalber passed away peacefully on March 24, surrounded by family and friends, after a long battle with an illness.
He served the citizens of Escambia County since 2013, becoming the school resource officer at Tate High School in 2018.
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Northview FFA Horse Judging Team Places Third In State
April 7, 2024
The Northview High School FFA Horse Evaluation Team placed third overall in the state Saturday at the Florida FFA State Horse Evaluation Finals in Gainesville.
Kailey Hawkins also placed third individually. Team members are Hawkins, Jordan Ford, Kyrie King, and Jack Boutwell.
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