Patricia Diann Burkett
April 17, 2025
Mrs. Patricia Diann Burkett, 67 years old, died on April 13, 2025, at her home in Century, FL, surrounded by her loving family. She was a native of Century, FL, and went to Beulah Chapel Assembly of God Church.
She loved fishing and hunting, as well as spending time with her family, particularly her grandchildren. She enjoyed watching Reba sitcoms, traveling to Lake Guntersville, attending yard sales, and playing Bingo.
She is preceded in death by her father, Edward Wells and mother, Lemmie Moore Goodson; one sister, Teresa Wells and step-father, John Goodson.
She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Terral Burkett, of Byrneville, FL; one son, Anthony (Jessica) Burkett, of Byrneville, FL; one daughter, Christy (Kevin) Diamond, of Byrneville, FL; one brother, James Wells, of Brewton, AL; four grandchildren, Becca, Josh, Luke, Halee, a special nephew and family, Nathan (Deanna) Burkett and children, Brayden and Brentley, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Beulah Chapel Assembly of God Church with Rev. Tim Floyd officiating.
Burial was at Beulah Chapel Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Jeffery Killam, Kevin Diamond, Nathan Burkett, David Burkett, Jonathan Burkett and Michael Holley.
Honorary pallbearer was Richard Nall.
Ronald Wayne Boone
April 17, 2025
Mr. Ronald Wayne Boone, age 80, passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 8, 1944, in Atmore, Alabama, and spent most of his life in Bratt, Florida. Ronald was a devoted member of Shiloh Freewill Baptist Church, where he found joy and community throughout the years. His gentle spirit and warm heart will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Mr. Boone loved spending his days on the porch, where he could relax and enjoy the fresh air. Fishing was one of his favorite pastimes, and he often spent quiet mornings by the water, waiting for a bite. He cherished the time he spent with family and friends, whether it was sharing a meal or watching football together. Sundays were special for him too, as he attended church and felt a strong sense of community. In his free time, he liked to watch the History Channel, learning about the past. Mr. Boone also had a passion for planting a garden, nurturing flowers and vegetables alike. Each summer, he looked forward to traveling, exploring new places and creating wonderful memories.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Buford and Ada Lee “Kitty” Hanks Boone; grandmother Ola Mae Hanks.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Harvette Boone of Bratt, Florida; two sons, Ronnie and wife (Amber) Boone of Poarch, Alabama, Patrick and wife (Sandi) Boone of Rutherfordton, North Carolina; sister, Jean Worley of California; nephew, Greg and wife Catherine Worley; niece, Shawna Worley Lanier; five grandchildren, Sierra Boone (Terrance), Tanner Boone, Mylee Boone, Khloee Boone, and Brayden Jackson; great-grandchildren, Eli Newsome, Blayden Newsome and Talon Newsome.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Godwin Cemetery at 2 p.m. Reverend Josh Long officiating.
James Michael Coker
April 17, 2025
James “Jimmy” Michael Coker, Sr., age 91 of Atmore, AL passed away April 10, 2025 in Pensacola, FL. Jimmy began his journey August 2, 1933, to Jessie Maude (Keller) Coker and William Edgar Coker in Huxford, AL. He was one of nine children.
Jimmy Graduated Escambia County High School in Atmore, AL in 1951. He was then called into the Army to serve in the Korean Conflict. When he returned to the States, he enrolled at API college, which would later become Auburn University. Jimmy graduated August of 1960. He and Susie then married in 1961 and he joined his Uncle Earl Snyder in his furniture business at the same time. When his Uncle retired in 1975, Jimmy and Susie continued the business until April 1999, retiring after 38 years in business. Jimmy and Susie were married for 64 wonderful years. They only ever owned one home- and loved each other until death. They loved their business, motor-homing, Auburn football games, and spending time with their special granddaughter, Ashley.
Jimmy was a longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church. Jimmy was a very quiet, sincere, and loving family man who loved God, family, and Country with all his heart. Jimmy was a giver, and loved sharing with others.
Jimmy is preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Elbert Coker, George Coker, and Edgar “Billy” Coker, Jr. Four sisters, Evelyn Pierce Thurman, Millie Purvis, Bobbie Stallworth, and Peggy Lambert Moye.
Jimmy is survived by his loving wife, Willie Sue “Susie” Brown of Atmore, AL; his son, James “Mike” Michael Coker, Jr. of Atmore; sister, Faye (Mike) Blanton Morris of Molino, FL, and his granddaughter, Ashley Michelle Coker of D’lberville, MS.
Graveside services were held Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Oak Hill Cemetery with Rev. Jim Dietz officiating.
Internment was in Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL.
Active pallbearers were Bryan Bell, Rodney Coker, Chuck Dettling, Larry Houck, Brian Bruly and Steve Shirley.
Joy Permelia Boothe Rowell
April 15, 2025
Joy Permelia Boothe Rowell, 70, of Jay, Florida, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
Joy was born in Mobile, Alabama, to the late Alex Zander Boothe, Jr. and Virginia Adelle Estes Boothe on December 5, 1954. She was the fourth of five children, and she loved each of her siblings fiercely. Joy spent much of her childhood on Lott Road, moving between her parents’ dairy farm and the apartment above the store they owned. She went back and forth between Wilmer Elementary and Semmes, each time reuniting with friends who would call out, “Hey! Joy’s back!” upon her arrival. She had a horse named Champ she loved, she picked and sold bushels upon bushels of peas, and she grew up in the warmth of a loving home where Jesus was praised, education was valued, and hard work was only matched by laughter.
Joy moved to Milton in the sixth grade and then her family bought a farm and built a home in Allentown. She attended Allentown School, now called Central School, beginning in 8th grade. She graduated in 1973 and graduated from the University of West Florida with an English secondary education degree in 1979. She returned to Allentown and spent her teaching career ministering to and guiding the children of the people she had grown up with, along with hundreds more. She helped students see their potential, pointed them toward the Love that never runs out, and saw the light in the dimmest of eyes, reminding each of them that “Today is the first day of the rest of your life.” She was a language arts teacher, yearbook sponsor, drama teacher, mentor, reading coach, and the county ESOL coordinator, serving the students and families she loved for 35 years. She inspired many to follow in her footsteps, including all three of her children.
A favorite teacher at Central High School, Joy was also a gifted and encouraging Sunday School teacher throughout her entire adulthood. She taught adults at Berrydale Baptist Church, Cora Baptist Church, and Woodbine Baptist Church in Pace, where she had been a member since 2023. She led a ladies’ Bible study the day she passed away.
Joy lived life to the fullest and wanted to see as much of the world as possible. Sharing those experiences with her sisters and close friends and then sharing them broadly with her many social media friends brought her great happiness. She had visited all 50 states and Macedonia made her 50th country in September. Some of her favorite places she saw were Israel, Ireland, and Africa. She loved the scenery and loved going “anywhere she hadn’t gone before,” but it was the people she met and the stories they told that impacted Joy most. She loved people, met them easily, embraced them heartily, and always had an open heart and open hands. Her JOY for life was contagious.
While her teaching career, her students, her church family, and her travels were all so important to her, her roles as a wife, mother to her three children, and a grandmother to her seven grandchildren were where she shone the brightest. She married Roger Glen Rowell in 1973, and God used her to make him the man he became. She was not only mother to her own children, but she was a second mother to many of their friends, as well as to nieces, nephews, and church family. She had a special way with folks, making each person feel as if he or she was her favorite.
And when her grandchildren came along, she became DeeDee. They brought more joy and pride to her than anything else on earth ever had. She regularly babysat them all, attended their ball games, recitals, academic competitions, and special events. She wore her specially made shirts for each grandchild’s school and became a staple in all three of their communities-Jay, Milton, and Pace. She made special time to be with each grandchild, taking them back-to-school shopping, having them spend the night often, cooking them their favorite foods, speaking Truth and encouragement into their lives, and praying for them regularly. She believed each of them had what it took to do anything they wanted and were called by God to do. Her greatest legacy may be that now they all believe that too.
Joy was preceded in death by her precious husband of 45 years, Roger Glen Rowell; her loving parents; a granddaughter, Anna Grace McMath; and several brothers-in law and sisters-in-law whom she loved dearly.
She leaves behind her two sons and two daughters-in-law, Chadwick Glen (Jessica) Rowell of Berrydale, and Rhett Alexander (Lana) Rowell of Jay; and her daughter and son-in-law, Misty (Joey) McMath of Pace. She lives on through her seven beloved grandchildren, Malinda Maesen (Maesey) Rowell and John Pasco (Pasco) Rowell II; Major Alexander and Piper Elizabeth Rowell; and Abriana Joy (Abby), Josiah Luker and Jackson Glen (Jack) McMath. She is also survived by her brother, Kenny (Gloria) Boothe of Cantonment; and her sisters, Sylvia (Jerry) Jennings of Cantonment, Betty (Mondal) Miller of Columbia, MS, and Andra (Joe) Mize of Flomaton, AL; sisters-in-law, Dinah Colonna of Florala, AL, and Lorrine Rowell of Jay; and brothers-in-law, Frank (Pearl) Rowell of Jay and Buck Roberts of Jay. Additionally, she leaves behind many nephews, nieces, great nephews, and great nieces whose lives were indelibly touched by their Aunt Joy’s love for them.
All services will be held at Berrydale Baptist Church, 6730 FL-4, Jay, FL 32565, under the direction of Lewis Funeral Homes. Visitation will be Thursday, April 17, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Good Friday, April 18. Interment will immediately follow in the Berrydale Baptist Church Cemetery. Her nephews will serve as active pallbearers.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Jay Hospital and friends and family who have prayed, visited, shared stories, and ministered during this unspeakably difficult time.
Charles ‘Charlie’ Robert Wiggins
April 15, 2025
Charles “Charlie” Robert Wiggins, 84 of Huntsville, Alabama passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025. Charlie was born in Escambia County, Florida on July 19, 1940. He was preceded in death by his parents Marvin and Lois Wiggins, daughter Kimberly Diane Wiggins.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 59 years, Lynn Wiggins, sons, Keith Walter (Yvette), David Wiggins (Susan), Darin Wiggins (Diana), daughter April Wiggins, grandchildren Kyle Wiggins (Minna), Sarah Wiggins, Lindsey Wiggins, Hunter Wiggins, Blake Owens, Lucas Owens (Emma), brother Marvin Wiggins (Elaine), sister Addie Camacho (Don). He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Charlie loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed spending time outdoors, fishing and canoeing. He was a long-time member of Lakewood Baptist Church. Charlie served his country in the United States Navy from 1958 until 1961. He also was a volunteer leader for the Royal Rangers.
A visitation for Charlie will be held Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at Valhalla Funeral Home & Memory Gardens, 698 Winchester Rd NE, Huntsville, Alabama 35811, followed by a Celebration of Life Service at 2:00 pm, officiated by Pastor Terrell Boyd. Interment will immediately follow at Valhalla Memory Gardens with Military Honors.
Rebecca Kay Romans Muck
April 11, 2025
Mrs. Rebecca Kay Romans Muck, age 54, of Century, Florida, went to be with her Heavenly Father on April 9, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Becky was born to James and Debra Romans on October 9, 1970, in Columbus, Ohio. After graduating from Groveport Madison Highschool in 1987, she went on to earn a Master’s Degree in Nursing, as a nurse she impacted so many lives every day.
Becky was a loving mother, nana, daughter, wife, sister and friend to so many. Becky had a huge heart for her family, friends, husband, children, grandchildren, and her canine companions. Becky was beautiful inside and out.
Becky is survived by a loving husband, Keith Muck which she married on June 10, 2008; parents, James and Debra Romans, children: Justin Wilson, Jessica (Josh) Peake, Harley Pack and Brittany (Mike) Holbein; grandchildren, James Romans, Roman Peake, Owen Holbein, O’Brien Holbein O’Neal Holbein; sister Lori (Sam) Lantz; brother, James Romans and many nieces and nephews. Becky joins her son Mark Allen Wilson, grandparents, Norma and Lawerence Crawford, Helen and Earl Romans and mother-in-law Donna Carpenter in Heaven. John II 25-26
Funeral services will be held, Monday, April 14, 2025, at 2 p.m. at Petty Funeral Homes, with Pastor Marcus Wallace officiating.
Visitation will be held Monday, April 14, 2025, from noon until 2 p.m. at Petty Funeral Homes.
Mary Dennis Eicher
April 10, 2025
Mary Dennis Eicher, age 85, passed away peacefully on the evening of April 4, 2025, at her home in Walnut Hill, Florida, surrounded by her loving family.
Mary was born on March 12, 1940, in Davisville, Florida, to John Dennis and Verline Winand. After her mother’s passing shortly after her birth, she was raised by her father and stepmother, Hattie Winand Dennis, in Davisville. She graduated from Ernest Ward High School and later met the love of her life, Wendell Lynn Eicher. The two were married on December 26, 1968, and made their home on the Eicher family farm in Walnut Hill.
Mary was a devoted and loving mother to her two children, Lana Eicher Ayscue and Wesley Leland Eicher. She spent many years working in medical office administration for Dr. Harold Wilson, Dr. William Earl Thomas, and Dr. James Dixon, where her dedication and kindness touched the lives of many patients and colleagues.
A faithful servant of the Lord, Mary was active in the Church of the Nazarene, where she taught Sunday school for many years. She lived her faith through quiet acts of service, generosity, and love. Known for her warmth and hospitality, she was an exceptional cook—her fried chicken was legendary—and her kitchen table was always full of food lovingly prepared for family and friends.
Even while working full time and supporting life on the farm, Mary always put her family first. Her two granddaughters, Brooke Lindsey Ayscue and Addison Faith Eicher, were the light of her life, and she cherished every moment spent with them.
Mary is preceded in death by her parents, John Dennis and Verline Winand, and her stepmother, Hattie Winand Dennis.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 56 years, Wendell Lynn Eicher; her daughter, Lana Eicher Ayscue (Brandon); her son, Wesley Leland Eicher; and her cherished granddaughters, Brooke Lindsey Ayscue and Addison Faith Eicher. She is also survived by her brothers, Guy Dennis (Val) and John Dennis (Cassie); along with numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews, all of whom she loved dearly.
Visitation will be held on Friday, April 18, from 5:00–8:00 PM at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, Alabama. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, April 19, at 11:00 AM at the Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel, with interment to follow at Pine Barren Baptist Church Cemetery in Century, Florida.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in Mary’s memory.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Peggy Sue Dunn
April 10, 2025
Peggy Sue Dunn, age 66, of Atmore, AL passed away on April 2, 2025 in Pensacola, Florida. Peggy was born on August 22, 1958 in Atmore, Alabama to Odis Columbus and Mary Ellen Tolin Dunn. Peggy was a member of the Atmore Apostolic Church. She was employed with Lowery’s Drive-In for many years. Peggy was known as “One of the Original Lowery Girls” and the “Ice Cream Lady”. She is preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Betty Lou Dunn Gregg.
Peggy is survived by her brothers, Billy (Ruthie) Dunn of Atmore, AL and David Dunn of Atmore, AL; her sisters, Evelyn (Bruce) Lang of Brandon, MS, Ann (Jimmy) Ainsworth of Jena, LA and Lois Mahony of Atmore, AL along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery with Rev. Timothy James officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL.
Active pallbearers will be Reese McNair, Devin Dunn, Jason Dunn, Alex Reyes, Billy Rice and Matthew Helveston.
Visitation will be held Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, AL.
Lumen Garrett Barrow
April 10, 2025
Mr. Lumen Garrett Barrow, passed away, on April 6, 2025, in Penscola, FL. He was born December 9, 1944 in Century Hospital. He served in the United States Army for 2 years. He retired from Monsanto after 36 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Odis and Stella Barrow; brothers, Eugene Barrow, Frank Barrow and Jack Barrow; and sister, Esther Creamer.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Jean Barrow; of Century, FL; sons Frank (Frances) Barrow, of Century, FL; and Johnny (Anita) Barrow, of Old Town, FL; granddaughters, Tara (Joshua) Kirkland, Alexis Barrow, Nora barrow, and Grace Barrow; great-granddaughters, Avary and Alivia; and one brother, Roger Barrow.
Graveside service will be held Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at Rock Cemetery at 2:00 PM with Buddy Trawick speaking.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC Atmore, Alabama is in charge of all arrangements.
Frances Delito Mayhair
April 10, 2025
Mrs. Frances Delito Mayhair, age 79, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2025, surrounded by her family.
She was a native of Gateswood, Alabama and spent most of her life in Cantonment, Florida.
Delito was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother, but above all she was a devoted christian and faithful member of Farm Hill Baptist Church. Delito worked for many years and retired from Southern Prestressed Concrete as a payroll clerk. Later she worked for several years at Sand and Dirt in Cantonment, Florida before fully retiring.
Delito loved family gatherings where she could visit and fellowship with her numerous siblings and family. Delito was the youngest of 10 siblings born to Thomas and Frances Allen of Gateswood, Alabama.
Delito was married for 61 years to the love of her life Lloyd Mayhair and is survived by other loving members of her family, son Thomas (Connie) Mayhair, daughter Tracy Yates (John Ransom), sister Annette (Jerry) Garner, sister-in-law Irene Doyle, three grandchildren, Phillip Mayhair, Ashlin Smith and Brittany Yates, four great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Delito was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Frances Allen, brothers Norman, Alton, James Thomas (JT) and Orlan Allen, sisters Ruby Isaac, Ada Barbee, Eula Boone and Bobbie Flowers.
Funeral services were held Thursday April 10, 2025, at Pensacola Memorial Gardens. Burial will follow at Pensacola Memorial Gardens cemetery.
Pallbearers were nephews Keith Allen, David Allen, Wes Garner, Jason Mayhair, Chris Mayhair and grandson Phillip Mayhair.