Robert Ernest Ford
February 15, 2021
Robert Ernest Ford was born August 3, 1954, to Howard Ford and Deloris Roberts in Joplin, Missouri. He passed February 8, 2021, in Cantonment, Florida.
He was a retired Senior Chief in the United States Navy and served for more than 22 years.
Robert is survived by his wife, Brenda ford; children, James (Tiffany) Ford, Timothy Ford, and Teresa Ford; and nine grandchildren.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North has been entrusted with arrangements.
Carlton Phillip Cook
February 15, 2021
Carlton Phillip Cook passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at the age of 78 after a short illness. Carlton was born in Jay, Florida on January 23, 1943. He married the love of his life, Marion Cook, on January 30, 1965. He was a lineman at Bellsouth and retired after 28 years. Throughout his life he showed great strength by working hard, building his own home, and taking care of his family. Carlton loved the outdoors. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and hunting with his family. He loved his two dogs, Scooter and Buster. Carlton will surely be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Marion Cook; his mother, Doris Boutwell; one sister, Mary (Wayne) Hays; three children, Cynthia Avirett, Daniel Cook, and Christine Haynes; eight grandchildren, Matt and Brian Avirett, Amanda Canfield, Tyler Oquain, Justin and Darren Barlow, Ashlyn and Julianna Tidwell; five great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Carlton is preceded in death by one great-grandchild, Mason.
Visitation will be Wednesday, February 17, 2021 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 pm with Pastor Mike Mashburn officiating. Pallbearers are Matt and Brian Avirett, Tyler Oquain, Justin and Darren Barlow, and James Avirett.
Lillian L. Jones
February 12, 2021
Lillian L. Jones, a 58 year resident of Molino, Florida, passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at the age of 88. She was born in Paxton, Florida to the late Carlton Alcus Mitchell and Lena Mae Nobles Mitchell on March 1, 1932. Lillian was a member of Highland Baptist Church and the Molino Homemakers. She enjoyed gardening, canning, sewing, and flower gardening.
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Lillian is survived by son, Donald W. (Kimberly A.) Jones; daughter, Deborah A. (Vernon L.) Prather; grandchildren, Christina O’Steen, Kenneth W. Jones, A. Ryan Prather, and Nicholas L. Prather; great grandchildren, Nathan O’Steen, Jacob O’Steen, Kristen Jones, Keaton Prather, and Parker Prather.
Funeral services will be held at noon on Monday, February 15, 2021 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Pastor Brian Calhoun officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at 11AM prior to services.
Raymond Wilbert Boutwell
February 12, 2021
Mr. Raymond Wilbert Boutwell, age 72, of Atmore, AL passed away on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at Mobile Infirmary.
Mr. Boutwell was a long time resident of the Atmore community where he worked for 25 years as a correctional officer for the State of Alabama. He enjoyed fishing, shooting pool, working on cars, weightlifting, planting a garden and anything involving a yard sale. He attended Atmore Baptist Temple and was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbert and Louise Conway Boutwell and his sister, Willonise Boutwell.
Mr. Boutwell is survived by his wife of 48 years, Donna Boutwell of Atmore, AL; sons, Shannon Boutwell of Atmore, AL and Desmond (Ashley) Boutwell of Loxley, AL; sister, Eloise Boutwell of Big springs, TX; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Monday, February 15, 2021 at Flomaton Funeral Home Chapel from 10 AM until 11 AM.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 15, 2021 at Flomaton Funeral Home Chapel at 11 AM with Pastor William Odom officiating.
Interment will be in Traveler’s Rest Cemetery in Flomaton, AL.
Pallbearers will be Shannon Boutwell and Desmond Boutwell.
Jonathan David Cotton
February 9, 2021
Our beloved son, husband, father, nephew and cousin, Jonathan David Cotton was unexpectedly called home on Saturday, February 6, 2021.
Jonathan was born in Atmore, AL to John David Cotton Jr. and Kathryn Gail Cotton on March 24, 1985. He worked for Williamson Electrical and loved his job and work family. In his spare time, he loved riding four wheelers, working on projects with his dad and watching his girls play sports.
Jonathan is preceded in death by his Grand Parents, James and Hazel Crutchfield, John and Joyce Cotton, Step-Daughter, Daizee Angus, Aunt and Uncle, Diane and Lamar Smith.
He is survived by his Wife Karmen Cotton of Flomaton, AL, Daughter Kayley Marie Cotton of Flomaton, AL, Step-Daughter, Zoey Angus of Flomaton, AL, His Parents, John and Gail Cotton of Flomaton, AL, Aunts, Jennifer (Walt) Woodfin, Julie (Chad) Miller and Faye Bradley Coover. Cousins, Steve Bradley, Cindy Baggett, Chris Smith, Allison Woodfin, Stewart Woodfin, Raeleigh Woodfin, Ansley Claire Miller and John Edward Miller.
Visitation will be held at Johnson Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, AL on Thursday, February 11th with the family gathering from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. and friends being welcome from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. A celebration of life will be held Friday, February 12 at 10:00 a.m. at Johnson Quimby Funeral Home with Brother Ted Bridges officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Steve Foley, Jeremy Wise, Stephen Manning, Chris Smith, John Edward Miller and Stewart Woodfin.
The family greatly appreciates the overwhelming support and generosity they have received from so many in the community over the past few days and ask for your continued prayers.
Due to Covid-19, the family asks that you practice social distancing and face masks are recommended.
Gerald Winfred Woolard
February 9, 2021
CDR Gerald Winfred Woolard, USN (ret.), age 86, a long-term resident of Pensacola, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 5 th , 2021.
For over 20 years he served his country faithfully as a Naval Aviator and Flight Instructor spending countless hours in an A-4 fighter jet. Following his retirement from the Navy, he served his community as a county commissioner and then as a schoolteacher. Gerald was an active member of First United Methodist Church participating in many programs. His hobbies include woodworking, stained glass, and traveling all over North America with his wife, Anne.
He is survived by Anne, his spouse of 64 years, his three children: Craig Woolard (Kathy), Karen Kennedy (Fred), Christy Hart (Daniel), six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and his beloved dog, Misha.
He touched the hearts of everyone he met and will be greatly missed.
Graveside Services will be held February 16, 2021, at Barrancas National Cemetery. For those wishing to attend should arrive at Faith Chapel South by 1:30 p.m. for the procession. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to First United Methodist Church “Serving the Hungry Program” or a charity of your choice.
Shannon Ellis Edward
February 9, 2021
Mr. Shannon Ellis Edwards, age 53 of Watermill Road in Jay, Fl, passed away Sunday afternoon February 7, 2021 at his Jay Residence. Mr. Edwards was a native of Ozark, Alabama and former resident of Holt, Florida before moving to Jay 6 years ago. He was a Department manager with Wal-Mart in Pace and attended Century Church of Christ. Mr. Edwards loved fishing, hunting, riding his golf cart and collecting guns.
He is survived by his wife of 9 years, Heather Dean Edwards of Jay, FL; father, Marvin (Molly) Edwards of Pace, FL; mother, Marjorie Edwards of Pensacola, FL; sons, Mathew Edwards of Pensacola, Christopher (Hallie) Edwards of Tulsa, Oklahoma; daughter, Tabitha (Patrick) Young of Pace, FL; sisters, Jessica Edwards of Buda, Texas; Morgyn (Christopher) Goff of London, England; step-brother, Matthew (Amanda) Weber of Pace, FL; step-sisters, Brandy (Joel) Wise of Pace, FL, Tracy (Ryan) Fowler of Pace; two grandsons, Nikolas Young, Jacob Young, two granddaughters, Madison McGowan and Gracie Edwards.
Visitation will be held Thursday February 11, 2021 from 12 Noon until 1:00 P.M. service time at the Century Church Of Christ in Century, Florida.
Funeral services for Mr. Shannon Ellis Edwards will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday February 11, 2021 at the Century Church Of Christ with Minister Jessie Claunch officiating. Interment will follow in Jay Cemetery.
Active Pallbearers are: Perry Logan, Ed Smith, Matthew Dean, Mike Miller, Joel Wise, Tim Dykes
Honorary Pallbearers: Cliff Lewis, Zack Zulager, George Paulson.
David (D.C.) Roach
February 9, 2021
David (D.C.) Roach, 82 of Davisville, Florida, passed away suddenly on February 6, 2021 at Atmore Community Hospital. He was born June 23, 1938 in McDavid, Florida.
Mr. Roach had resided in Bratt, Florida for most of his life. He was a graduate of Ernest Ward High School, Walnut Hill, FL and was a retired employee of Monsanto. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Bratt, FL. He loved the Lord and his church family. He also was an avid hunter and reader. He was a Mason with Century Lodge #213. He is preceded in death by his parents, Rosa Lee and Joseph Sands and brother, Joe (Buddy) Sands.
Mr. Roach is survived by his wife of 58 years, Nancy Murph Roach; sister, Marsha (Mervin) Gibson, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at 10:30 AM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Delbert Redditt officiating.
Burial will follow at the Godwin Cemetery.
Visitation will be Wednesday, February 10, 2021 from 9:30 AM until service time at 10:30 AM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Kevin Gibson, Eddie Roach, Matthew Barnett, Michael Ward, Michael Ward and Mike Ward.
The family has requested social distancing and masks.
Timothy “Moe” Kelley, Sr.
February 9, 2021
Mr. Timothy “Moe” Kelley, Sr., age 60, passed away on Monday, February 8, 2021 at his home in McDavid, Florida.
Mr. Kelley was born in Pensacola, Florida and had resided in McDavid, Florida all of his life. Tim “Moe” was a 1978 graduate of Century High School. He was a pipe insulator with Vintage Petroleum and retired with 20 plus years of service. He loved fishing, golfing, boating, outdoors, doing yard work and Sunday dinner at Mom and Dad’s. He was a member of Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Sheila Brown Kelley and second wife, Rhonda Dixon Kelley.
He is survived by his parents, Clyde “Buck” and Glenda Kelley of McDavid, FL; one son, Lee Kelley, Jr. of McDavid, FL; two daughters, Lindsey Kelley of McDavid, FL and Parish (Joshua) Harrell of Bogia, FL; one brother, Brenton Kelley of Bogia, FL; two sisters, Ellen (Darryl) Sims of Bogia, FL and Beverly (Mike) Digmon of McDavid, FL; two grandchildren, Piper Harrell and Rosemary Strachan and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 10:00 AM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Bro. Nathan Brown officiating.
Burial will follow at the Little Flock Primitive Baptist Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, February 11, 2021 from 9:00 AM until service time at 10:00 AM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Mike Digmon, Joshua Harrell, Brenton Kelley, Cody Roberson, Daniel Kelley and Colton Sims.
The family has requested social distancing and mask.
Elder John J. Johnson Sr.
February 9, 2021
Elder John J. Johnson Sr. was born to the late Reverend Asey Johnson and Bertha Lee Small in Swifton, Arkansas on March 19, 1944. He was the oldest boy of nine children. His family moved to Ruskins, Fl. and then finally settled in the Pensacola area. He attended school in Escambia County.
After completing high school, he was drafted into the United States Army where he served 5 years in various duty stations. Most notably he served in Vietnam, Korea and Germany. During his service, he earned the Vietnam Service Medal, the Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device, the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, the National Defense Service Medal and the Army Good Conduct Medal. He incurred an injury to his back and right leg during a parachute jump. He was then honorably discharged in 1970.
He worked for Escambia County in the capacity of a Refuge Control Officer. He also worked many years as a Heavy Equipment Specialist. He later owned and operated Success in Friends Diversified Services, specializing in transportation and individual income tax preparation.
In 1970, John met the love of his life, Loretta Walton Bathay and they were united in Holy Matrimony on November 10, 1972.
He received three commissions, the 3rd one with Ward’s Temple AFM Church of God under the leadership of Bishop Donice Brown where he remained until his passing. As an elder, his passion for ministry led him to serve his church and the community in any capacity he could.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Reverend Asey Johnson and Bertha Lee Small, siblings Cora Lee Johnson, Victor Johnson and Lena Averhart and grandson Julius Johnson-Rich.
He leaves to cherish his memories, a loving wife Loretta Johnson, son Stuart M. Johnson of Hillsborough, North Carolina, son Julius C. (Simone) Rich of Slidell, Louisiana, son John J. Johnson Jr. of Pensacola, Florida, godson Kenneth (Zelma) Clarke of Anchorage, Alaska and goddaughter Rosie (Troy) Williams of Atlanta, Georgia. He was a loving grandfather to grandsons Scorpio White, Justin (Bianca) Johnson-Rich, Caleb Klag and to great grandchildren: Grace, Amia, Jayden and Jashiah. Additionally, he is survived by siblings Francis Dixon of Atlanta, Georgia, Bertha Simpson of Pensacola, Florida, Shirley Huff of Pensacola, Florida, Ernestine (Herman) Broughton of Pensacola Florida and Ruth Walker, of Tampa, Florida. A special sister Dorothy Underwood Simmons. Brother-in-laws and sister-in-laws Lois Madison, Patsy Craft, Brenda (Thomas) Casey, Betty Hogans, Gerry (Russell) Hinds, Alice (Paul) Everett, Jerry (Miriam) Hale, Thomas (Vanessa) Hale, Veronica Albert, Zethie Hale, Elizabeth Hale, Timothy (Aletha) Hale and Johnnie (Bonnie) Walton. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, as well as Ward’s Temple family and friends, with life-long friends, Jack and Ruth Butler.
Funeral services to be held at 11:30am on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Bishop Donice Brown officiating.
Burial will follow in Barrancas National Cemetery, NAS Pensacola, FL.
The family will receive friends from 3PM to 5PM on Sunday, February 14, 2021 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be directed to the Ward’s Temple AFM Church of God Widow’s Fund at: P.O. Box 941, Cantonment, FL, 32533