Bobby C. Miller, Sr.
March 25, 2021
Bobby C. Miller, Sr. passed away March 22, 2021 in Molino, FL.
He was born June 28, 1930 in San Antonio, TX to Harry and Stella Miller. Bobby married the love of his life, Wilma Lexine Floyd, after knowing her for only 3 days and they celebrated 70 sweet years together. They had 4 children, 8 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and 4 great, great-grandchildren. Bobby was very proud of all of them.
He enlisted in the Marine Corp when he was 17 and fought bravely with the 1st and 5th Marines during the Korean War at the Chosin Reservoir in 1950, in which he was one of only twenty survivors. Bobby was also a former member of the Free Masons. He retired from Monsanto and was a Deacon for Little Flock Primitive Baptist Church. Bobby was a friend to all.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Stella Miller; father, Harry Nicholas Miller, Sr.; sister, Dorothy Eichholtz; and brothers, Harry Nicholas Miller, Jr. and Jerry Miller.
Bobby is survived by his wife, Lexine Miller; daughters, Karen Wood and Donna L. Gatlin; and sons, Bobby C. Miller, Jr. and Michael R. Miller.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at Little Flock Primitive Baptist Church with Dawson Standland officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. at the church. Burial will follow at Little Flock Primitive Baptist Cemetery. There will be full USMC Military Honors at the cemetery.
Pallbearers are Matthew Gatlin, Jason Miller, John Miller, Austin Wolf, Dustin Ard, and Brad Shaw. Honorary Pallbearers are John Cobb, Tim Daniels, Harold Holder, Ronnie Beasley, Jimmy Ard, Creg Exner, and Mark Eichholtz.
Barbara Thompson
March 24, 2021
Last Thursday we said good bye to our precious loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend Barbara (Bobby Ann, Babs) Thompson. She lived on God’s earth for 88 years. She was preceded in death by her parents Arnold B. Cooper and Mary Elizabeth Sirmon Cooper, a sister Mary Gwendolyn Deibler, a brother Johnny Max Cooper.
She has also been preceded in death by her husband James Simmons Thompson who passed away on Thursday, February 3, 2005. They are survived by their children, Robert (Terry) Thompson Eufaula, AL, James Philip Thompson, Pensacola, FL, Shirley (Wayne) Jordan, Cantonment, FL , Cindy (Ray) Smith, Cartersville, GA and Mary Lynn Thompson, Pensacola, FL along with their grandchildren, Elizabeth Ann (Justin) Hall, Joshua Jordan, Justin (Jennifer)Jordan, Jacquelyn (Joe) McCarthy, Jeremiah Jordan, Joyanna Jordan, Webb (Jenny) Smith, Will Smith, Winston Smith and Great Grandchildren (so far) Ethan, Carson, and Addalynne Jordan, Karen, Annabelle, Abigail, and Alex Hall, and Ellie Smith will forever have great memories of being loved wholly and unconditionally.
Barbara is a descendant of Major Thomas Cooper one of the first settler’s in our area and who built the saw mill at Durant’s Bluff which is now known as Molino. Barbara graduated from Tate High School in 1950 where she was the head majorette and cheerleader. She kept her love of football until her last days. But her greatest love was for the Lord. She led a Godly life and in constant prayer for his wisdom, guidance and forgiveness. She loved singing, playing the piano, laughing, learning new things, flowers birds and fresh water fishing. Most of all she enjoyed serving God through Olive Baptist or wherever God led.
Viewing for family and friends will be Monday Evening, March 29th at Faith Chapel North. Funeral and interment will be at Barrancas National Cemetery, NAS Pensacola Tuesday, March 30th at 10 am.
Tammy Ann Martin
March 23, 2021
Mrs. Tammy Ann Martin, age 56, passed away on Friday, March 19, 2021 in Pensacola, Florida.
Mrs. Martin was born in Atmore, AL, former resident of Louisiana, Bristol, England and had resided in Pensacola, FL for the past 21 years. She was a loving daughter, wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed music, reading, writing poetry and her grandchildren. She was a retired Legal Secretary, a retired Kindergarten Teacher and was a member of the Pine Forrest United Methodist Church and Liberty Inter Demonational Church.
She is survived by her parents, Alton & Muriel Killam of Bratt, FL; husband of 21 years, Timothy Scott Martin of Pensacola, FL; two sons, David Eugene (Jessica) Hawkins of Pensacola, FL and Nikolaus Salter of Pensacola, FL; one daughter, Kara (James) Sunday of Pensacola, FL; one brother, Tony Alton Killam of Bratt, FL; five grandchildren, Christian, Landon, Lexie, Brody and Brantley and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 25, 2021 at 2:00 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Bro. Matt Brown officiating.
Burial will follow at the Godwin Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, March 25, 2021 from 1:00 PM until service time at 2:00 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home
Mary Louise Owen Jernigan
March 23, 2021
On March 22, 2021 at 6:00 am, God decided to call one of his special children home at the age of 78, Mary Louise Owen Jernigan. Mary was born to Robert P Owen and Cora E Sapp on November 18, 1942 and lived most of her life in Pensacola, Florida.
Mary was a graduate of Pensacola High School, Class of 1960. She decided to go back to college later in her life and graduated the University of West Florida in 1981 with a double major in Accounting and a minor in Computers. She retired from Civil Service where she served as a System Analyst in Accounting. She was an avid Red Hatter with her friend Nancy Shubrook, as well worked at the Ronald McDonald House volunteering to cook meals and sweets once a week. She was very involved in the PTAs of McArthur Elementary and Pine Meadow Elementary, where she worked tirelessly trying to help the students and teachers have memorable experiences. She loved to be involved with the field trips, carnivals, crafts, and other events for these schools. Mary decided to be involved with her grandchildren every opportunity she could. This also included the annual Orange Beach Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras parade which was a family favorite.
Mary was a twice lung cancer survivor and struggled with COPD. She would not let any disease get her down and was not known to complain at all. Even with the breathing difficulties, she would travel to many different places to see new and exciting things.
Mary was survived by her only daughter, Minette Louise Nodhturft and her son-in-love, William (Bill) Nodhturft, her two grandchildren, William (Billy) Paul Nodhturft III and Madison Louise Nodhturft, her sister, Vonda Phetteplace and her brother-in-law, James (Jimmy) Phetteplace, Sr., her two nephews, James Phetteplace, Jr and his wife, Dottie, and Eddy Phetteplace and his wife, Michelle, and one great nephew, Corey Phetteplace. She also leaves behind three precious lifetime friends, Jana Peaden Labrato, Ileane Sexton and Jonnie Mae Williams who shared many exciting adventures, travels and memories. And finally, she leaves her two daily fur companions, Duke and Penny who brought her great joy and were by her side tirelessly to the very end.
A Memorial Service will be held at 10AM on Thursday, March 25, 2021 at Faith Chapel North, 1000 Highway 29, Cantonment, Florida.
Susan Lovelace Murphy
March 23, 2021
Mrs. Susan Lovelace Murphy, age 78 of Excel, AL passed away on Monday, March 22, 2021 at her residence. She lived most of her life in Escambia and Monroe Counties. Mrs. Murphy was a native of Pensacola, FL where she was born to the late Samuel L. Lovelace, Sr. and Ruby Cottle Lovelace. The bridge entering into NAS Pensacola was named in her father’s memory. Mrs. Murphy was a 1960 graduate of Pensacola High School. She was a 1964 graduate of Auburn University and earned her AA and a Master Degrees from Troy University. Mrs. Murphy retired after 32 years of teaching and was a member of Excel Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents Samuel L. Lovelace, Sr. and Ruby Cottle Lovelace and husband Cecil M. Murphy, Jr.
Mrs. Murphy is survived by two sons Mark (Cindy) Murphy of Excel, AL and Mike (Jimmie Lynn) Murphy of Bay Minette, AL; brother Samuel (Pat) Lovelace, Jr. of Johns Creek, GA; sister-in-law Charlotte Murphy of Pensacola, FL; grandsons Matthew Murphy, Morgan Murphy, Logan Murphy and Wesley Parker; granddaughters Mallorie Murphy and Micah Murphy; great grandchildren Matison Murphy, Maddox Murphy, Marshall Cullen Murphy, Myles Murphy and Joanna Cobb; five nieces and one nephew.
Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 1PM at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore with the Rev. Terry Harden officiating. Johnson Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. Special thanks to Hospice of Monroe County Hospital and Care Givers of Loving Hands Personal Care. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Pilots For Christ of Monroeville..
Henry Douglas Boatwright
March 22, 2021
Mr. Henry Douglas Boatwright, age 64, passed away on Saturday, March 13, 2021 in Pensacola, Florida.
Mr. Boatwright was a native of Century, FL and had resided in Byrneville, FL for the past 28 years. He was a self-employed lawnmower repairman. He loved fishing and working on lawnmowers with his baby brother, Jerry Wayne Boatwright. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jean Day and Glannie Pearl Boatwright; two brothers, Wayne Boatwright and Charles Boatwright and sister, Margie Quick.
He is survived by his significant other, Crystal Stone of Pensacola, FL; four step-sons, Mark Walston, Luke Walston, Thomas Walston and John Henry Walston all of Pensacola, FL; one brother, Billy Boatwright of Byrneville, FL; four sisters, Gloria Jean (Ray) Lawson of Century, FL; Judy (David) Tillery of Atmore, AL, Sue (Jr.) Walston of Century, FL and Kathy (Donald) Walston of Pensacola, FL; extended family, Sharon Eddings, Charlene Harri, Samuel Walston, Max Walston and a special thank you to Brenda Boller.
Graveside services will be held Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Beulah Chapel Cemetery with Bro. Michael Cosey officiating.
Pallbearers will be Dale Pendleton, Zack Pendleton, Matt Gaven, Erica Pendleton, Liz Pendleton and Joe Waltson.
Frances Mason Brewton
March 22, 2021
Frances Mason Brewton, age 74, of Cantonment FL, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Friday, March 19, 2021. She was born on June 13, 1946 in Canoe, AL; but always lived in the Cantonment area. Hobbies were Quilting, Genealogy and crocheting her famous pot holders for family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents Leslie & Dillie Ann Mason. She is survived by her husband Harvey E. Brewton Sr, of 55 years, three sons Ronald L. (Bonney) Brewton , Harvey E. (Faye) Brewton Jr, and Donald W. Brewton all of Pensacola FL, one daughter Mary Jo Martin of Crestview, FL. Numerous Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.
Brothers, Leslie (Dolores) Mason Jr. and Billy Mason. Sisters Mary Helen (JW) Thomley, Monettie Bethea, Virginia (Jerry) Dunn, Barbara (Thomas) Noel, and Thelma (Ralph) Wilson all of the Pensacola surrounding area.
Pallbearers are Anthony Brewton, Steven Wilson, Marvin Martin, Jeffrey Wilson, Lonnie Martin and Kevin Pilgrim.
Visitation will begin at 11:00 am and Services at 12:00 pm on Friday, March 26, 2021. Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 S. Hwy 29, Cantonment , FL. Burial will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery.
Thomas Leo Odom
March 18, 2021
Mr. Thomas Leo Odom, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 in Crestview, Florida.
Mr. Odom was a native of Brewton, AL, former resident of Lake Wales, FL and had resided in Atmore, AL for the past 56 years. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed fishing, camping, traveling and was a member of the Grace Fellowship Community Church. He was owner-operator of Odom’s Service Center of Perdido and served as Sergeant at arm with the Atmore American Legion Post #90.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Shirley Smith Odom of Atmore, AL; four sons: Frankie (John) Morgan of Jacksonville, FL, Richard (Robin) Morgan of Canoe, AL, Tony Odom of Atmore, AL and Kenneth (Ceola) Odom of Pace, FL; one daughter, Rhonda (Barry) Middleton of Bay Minette, AL; one brother, Rual (Jackie) Odom of Lakeland, FL; one sister, Charlotte (Billy Ray) Williams of Davisville, FL; seven grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Graveside services will be held Friday, March 19, 2021 at11:00 AM at the Alabama State Veterans Memorial Cemetery with Bro. Earl Harrison officiating.
Visitation will be held Friday, March 19, 2021 from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be the American Legion.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Grace Fellowship Community Church Missionary Fund.
Jean Steadham Davis
March 16, 2021
Jean Steadham Davis, age 93, of Century, FL passed away on March 13, 2021 in Pensacola, FL. She was born on July 24, 1927 in McCullough, AL to the late John and Lydia Parson Steadham. She was a member of Pine Barren Baptist Church. She worked in retail sales with Bedsole Department Store for several years then later became a Homemaker. Mrs. Jean loved her family dearly.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John Calvin Davis, Sr. and 10 brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her sons, John C. (Lynn Beasley) Davis, Jr. of Atmore, AL and Benjamin E. (Dottie) Davis of Walnut Hill, FL; her grandchildren, Little John Calvin (Sandy) Davis, III of Atmore, AL, Anna Davis (Christopher) Barry of Cantonment, FL, Lacey Davis (Travis) Suits of DeBary, FL and Clinton E. Davis of Cantonment, FL and four great grandchildren.
Graveside service will be held on Monday, March 15, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Oak Hill Cemetery with Bro. Mike Harper officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL.
Active pallbearers will be Little John Davis, III, Clinton E. Davis, Christopher Barry, Travis Suits, Oscar Davis and Brian Davis.
Visitation will be held on Monday, March 15, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Pine Barren Baptist Church. For the safety of you and others, please practice social distancing requirements, though wearing a facial mask is strongly encouraged.
Dempsey Charles Levins
March 16, 2021
Dempsey Charles Levins, 76 of Repton, AL. passed away on March 13, 2021. He served 3 years in the U.S. Navy. He was preceded in death by his father, Wilson H. Levins; mother, Vera Estelle Presley; brother, Michael Levins; and sister, Juanita White.
Dempsey is survived by his wife, Teresa Ann Levins, sons, Dempsey Anderson of Fredricksburg, VA; Jason (Katie) Levins of Daphne, AL; daughters, Wendy Lynn Levins of Los Angeles, CA; Krystal (Ricky) Sellers of Mandeville, LA; Heather (Heath) Wiggins of Excel, AL; Meloney (Brad) Faulk of Century, FL; and grandchildren, Alexandria Levins-Trail, Jakson Newton, Molly Ann Newton, Ada Sellers, Madelyn Faulk, Knox Wiggins, McCoy Wiggins, Hattie Sellers, Elsa Faulk, Rush Wiggins, Wyatt Sellers, Annalee Faulk, Bellerin Faulk and Raylan Levins.
Dempsey really enjoyed spending time with his family and traveling the world.
A celebration of life service will be held Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at 11 AM at the Byrneville United Methodist Church located at 1351 Byrneville Road Century, FL. 32535
In lieu of flowers or plants, the family request that you consider donating to Pilots for Christ.