Christopher Kyle Smith
November 4, 2020
Last Saturday evening, October 24, 2020 the world lost a vibrant budding flower. Christopher Kyle Smith, a father, spouse, brother, son, and shining light departed from the Grace of living. Those who knew him would tell you, Kyle’s generosity and true warmth touched the hearts of myriads of people from coast to coast. From the time he was a child, he charmed those around him. His last year was spent living his dreams in Portland, Oregon and building a future for his young family.
Kyle was an accomplished individual and enthusiast within multiple communities. He found that, not only was he an accomplished racing driver, but also a consummate skateboarder, snowboarder, outdoorsman, and artist. These passions were so strong that they have been passed down to his son. His ability to learn new skills was inherent and fast-paced and as he explored the lush Pacific Northwest with his family, the beauty of the area radiated into his soul providing him with a steadfast peacefully grounded perspective on life. Against so many obstacles put in his place time and time again, Kyle always proved his ability to surmount those odds. He was kind, funny, lovable, and the “fun” dad. He was a peacemaker, and the comic relief of any situation.
Kyle is survived by his son, Camden Kyle Smith, his partner in life, Miranda Miller, brother and sister-in-law Derek and Salome Smith, mother Kathan (Parrish) Smith, father, Dwayne (Cindy) Smith, and his grandparents Buford and Faye Lee. We will miss you and love you forever.
Visitation will be Saturday, November 7, 2020, from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
A Celebration of Life will follow at 3 p.m.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
James Lee Miller
November 4, 2020
James Lee Miller, age 82, of Atmore, AL, passed away on October 28, 2020. He was born on April 27, 1938, in Liberty, OH to the late Russell E. Miller and Helen K. Brown. He was a manager for the State of Alabama Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and served in The United States Air Force and The United States Navy.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Charlotte Troutman Miller and his grandson, Rex Miller Raley.
He is survived by his son, Russell Miller of Robinsonville, AL; his daughter, Hope Miller Zeanah (Rip Christiansen) of Elberta, AL, his granddaughter, Holly Van Sise of Fairhope, AL and his great-grandchildren, Graysen Van Sise and Sullivan Van Sise.
Graveside services were held Wednesday, November 4, 2020, at Robinsonville Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Phil Johnson officiating.
Honorary pallbearers were Walter DeWitt, Eddie Baker, Joe Gargulio, Terry Troutman, David Smith, Brandon Smith, Ray Lowrey, Willie Warren, Clyde Helton, Dean Smith, Charlie Woods, Albert Helton, Larry Zangus, Dan Johnson and Andrew Willis.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Robinsonville Baptist Church Cemetery Fund.
For the safety of you and others, please practice social distancing requirements, though wearing a facial mask is strongly encouraged.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
David Alton Tillery, Jr.
November 4, 2020
Mr. David Alton Tillery, Jr., age 44, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2020, at his home in Perdido, Alabama.
Mr. Tillery was born in Mobile, AL, grew up in Atmore, AL and had resided in Perdido, AL for the past 12 years. He was a loving husband, son, father, brother and friend. He loved unconditionally and exhibited all the fruits of the Holy Spirit. He loved wood working, building furniture, music, playing, singing, studying the Bible and Alabama Football. He was a member and Deacon at the Renovation Ministries in Huxford, AL, was the bass guitar player with the church worship team and the teacher for Wednesday Night Boys Ministry. He was an employee with Masland Carpets with over 20 years of service.
He is survived by his father and step-mother, David Alton (Judy) Tillery, Sr. of Atmore, AL; mother and step-father, Freida (Ray) Lowery of Atmore, AL; wife of 22 years, Jessica Coon Tillery of Perdido, AL; two sons, Jonah David (Ansley) Tillery of Perdido, AL and Jett Lynden Tillery of Perdido, AL; his fur baby, “spoiled” Annie-Lou; grandmother, Nell Jeter of Bayou La Batre, AL; one brother, Daniel Tillery of Loxley, AL; one sister, Karen (Chris) McGhee of Atmore, AL and numerous aunts, uncles, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services were held Friday, October 30, 2020, at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Bro. Keith Lisenby officiating.
Burial was at the Sullivan Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Fredrick Tillery, Daniel Tillery, Andy Marez, Tony Lassiter Brad Wilson and Mike McGhee.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC is in charge of all arrangements.
Marshall Lee Wiggins
November 4, 2020
Marshall Lee Wiggins died on October 30,2020, at 48 years of age. He is from Cantonment, FL and graduated from West Florida Baptist Academy.
Marshall was a great dad, and loved God, his kids, and his family from Georgia to Molino, FL. He was a southern boy at heart, loved old country and 80’s music. He volunteered with Cantonment Fire Department and loved driving his big rig semi-trucks and tractors on the old Georgia farm at Grandma’s. Marshall was a charmer, had an infectious laugh and a tender heart.
His three kids and family miss him so much!
Marshall is survived by son, Justin (JT) Wiggins, and daughters Keeley and Kailyn Wiggins; Kristina Wiggins; parents, Lloyd and Donna Wiggins; sister, Jodi Wiggins, and many extended family members who miss him dearly, but joy in knowing he is in Heaven.
Pallbearers include Harley Burton, Harry Coman, Larry Coman, Richard Hinckley, Randall Smith, Charles Thomas, Kyle Walker and Lorrell Wiggins.
Honorary pallbearer Beth Wiggins.
In lieu of flowers, please visit Marshall’s family GoFundMe campaign.
Jess William Taylor
November 4, 2020
Mr. Jess William Taylor, Sr., age 57, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2020, at his home in Atmore, Alabama.
Mr. Taylor was a native of Atmore, AL and had resided in the Rabun and Atmore area for most of his life. He loved playing the guitar and mud trucks. He is preceded in death by his parents, John William and Christine Taylor; two brothers, John Michael Taylor and Rex Taylor and step-son, Jay Kenny Milstid.
He is survived by his wife of 14 years, Pearl Jackson of Atmore, AL; one son, Jess William “Will”, Jr. (Lachlan Taylor) of Bay Minette, AL; two daughters, Jessica (Will) Stein of Uriah, AL and Joy (Gregory) Rolin of Poarch, AL; two brothers, Justin (Beth) Taylor of Spanish Fort, AL and Danny Ray (Flossie) Taylor of Rabun, AL; seventeen grandchildren, Samantha, Tyler, Jacob, Kenny Earl, Skylyn, Jake, Easton, Callen, Kipton, Summer Pearl, Mahala, Leland, Braxton, Jaxton, Rylan, Emmett and Liam and three great grandchildren, Malachi, Kylar and Emery.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 5, 2020, at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Sis. Helen Stewart and Bro. Wendell Hadley officiating.
Burial will follow at the Judson Indian Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Bert Joiner, Gregory Rolin, Zephanie Brooks, Kenny Earl Milstid, Gene Milstid, Justin Rolin and A.J. Crenshaw.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Aubrey Marie Wooten
November 4, 2020
Infant Aubrey Marie Wooten passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2020, in Mobile, Alabama.
Survivors include her parents, Devin and Brittany Wooten of Atmore, AL; maternal grandparents, Rebecca Hinote of Bay Minette, AL and Tommy Cobb of Andalusia, AL; paternal grandparents, Ed and Rebecca Wooten of Atmore, AL and Melissa Wall of Perdido, AL; maternal great-grandparents, Estelle Hinote of Bay Minette, AL; paternal great-grandparents, Billy Wooten of Atmore, AL and Ouida and Raymond Wall of Nokomis, AL; two sisters, Maddilynn Hinote of Atmore, AL and Brenlynn Stewart of Atmore, AL and other family and friends.
Graveside services were held Saturday, October 31, 2020, at the McCullough Cemetery with Bro. Chris Pruitt officiating.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Ida Pearl Buck
October 26, 2020
Mrs. Ida Pearl Buck, 90 was transformed into God’s presence Wednesday, October 21, 2020. She was born October 14, 1930, in Wilcox County, GA to the late Walter P. and Ida M. Whittle Summerford.
Ida was preceded in death by her husband of 39 years, George Buck; her son, Bruce; granddaughter, Julie; brother, Herman Summerford; and sister, Pauline Ervin.
Ida is survived by her daughter, Marquita (Robert) Rector; sons, Walter (Patricia), William (Faye); daughter-in-law, Kathy (Bruce); sister, Georgia Furris; 12 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind many other family members and friends who will sadly miss her.
Ida was a member of Pine Terrace Baptist Church in Milton, FL. She retired from Monsanto (Chemstrand) in 1977. She enjoyed her daily Biblical devotions, gardening her flower beds, decorating cakes and crocheting not only afghans, but clothing for her grandchildren. For many years she was known for her wonderfully decorated home during the Christmas holidays.
Funeral services were held Sunday, October 25, 2020, at Faith Chapel North with Brother Mike Wiggins officiating.
Burial was at Cottage Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Cantonment. Pallbearers will be close family.
The family asks that visitors wear face coverings.
Dollie Byrd
October 26, 2020
Dollie Byrd, 71 of Cantonment, FL, left her earthly home to be with her Lord after a brief illness.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Byrd.
Dollie leaves behind a brother, Bennie Ard (Frances); a sister, Laura Ard, both of Cantonment. One of her most precious achievements here on earth were her children, George Sundberg (Shelly) of Cantonment, Terry Meredyk (Timothy), Katherine Sundberg, and Kevin Byrd; a very special grandson, Devin Creamer; along with numerous other family members and friends who will miss her earthly presence. She was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church of Cottage Hill.
Funeral services will be held 12 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2020, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.
Interment will immediately follow in First Baptist Church of Cottage Hill Cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
David R. Sharp
October 22, 2020
David R. Sharp, 79, of Cantonment, Florida passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2020. David was born on October 31, 1940, in Oxford, England to parents, Dennis and Daisy (Gardner) Sharp.
He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Vicki Sharp; children, Kathy Sharp Donohue of Dallas, GA, David D. Sharp of Santa Clara, CA and Christine (Wilson) Nieves of Boyton Beach, FL; grandchildren, Jeff Donohue, Kelly Donohue, Kristen Donohue, Bianca Nieves and Enzo Nieves.
David was an avid guitar player, car enthusiast, member of the Masonic Lodge and was an animal lover. He worked for Standadyne, Sundstrand and consulted for PPM. He was also a very spiritual man and played his guitar at many church services.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in David’s name to Hotel for Dogs and Cats, 4110 Creighton Road, Pensacola FL 32504 (h4dc.org).
A memorial service will be announced and held at a later date.
Rueben Earl Allen
October 21, 2020
Mr. Rueben Earl Allen, age 79, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2020, at his home in Perdido, Alabama.
Mr. Allen was a native of Davisville, FL and had resided in Perdido, AL for the past 40 years. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was a fisherman, loved guitar and was of the Holiness Faith. He is preceded in death by his wife, Betty Allen; two sons, Joel “Joey” Allen and Woodrow Judge Allen and daughter, Marsha Beverly Allen.
He is survived by one son, Tommy (Wanda) Allen of Hahnville, LA; two daughters, Wanda Kersey of Perdido, AL and Tammy Sherrill Allen (Paul Claywell) of West Virigina; two sisters, Linda Stewart of Stockton, AL and Ann Brooks of Pine Grove, AL; ten grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at 2:00 PM at the Dean’s Holiness Church with Sis. Helen Stewart officiating.
Burial will follow at the Dean Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 20, 2020 from 1:00 PM until service time at 2:00 PM at the Dean’s Holiness Church.
Pallbearers will be Joshua Allen, Jason Wilson, Barry Stewart, Barry Stewart, Jr., Nick Chadwick and Mike Keleys