Michael Patrick Truitt
January 2, 2021
On December 30, 2020 Michael Patrick Truitt, 55, went home to be with his Lord. He is survived by Larren, his wife and best friend of 33 years. He is also survived by his children Corey Micheal Truitt with his wife Jessica and their precious children (his grandchildren) Emery, Ryanne, Naomi and Killian. His son Jourdan Alexander Truitt with his wife Rubi and their precious children (his grandchildren) Bryce, Jaxson (Devin’s) Adriel and Logan (and honorary daughter Devin and granddaughter Paisley). He is also survived by his mother Carolyn Vary, and his sister Sonya Snyder. He is preceded in death by his father, Floyd Scott Truitt.
Mike was an incredible man. He worked as a corrections officer with both the state and county offices for 20 years. He was an inspiration to all who took the time to know him. He was a man of few words but his words were always filled with wisdom and kindness. He eventually held the office of administrative assistant at the county Road Prison. He was fine officer and example to-all, full of integrity. Mike was a gentle quiet man with a heart of love to all those to whom his Lord put in his path. He was a servant. He looked for opportunities to help and serve others. Even in his illness he was trying to figure out ways to help others that were sick as well.
Mike loved to fish. He used a cast net and would catch so many fish at times others would have to run help him pull up his net. He could throw that net and could open it out to a perfect circle. He was the happiest out at the water enjoying Gods creation. He would always marvel like a little child over the shape of a shell or find the cross on a sand dollar and just bask in the beauty of nature.
To all those were blessed to know him personally, he was a true friend and faithful servant. There were special people that he had a God given family relationship with. First, there was his father in law Ted Walker who was more his father than father in law. Then, Br. Don Neese and Mike Neese whom were his brothers in Christ, true friends that were closer than a brother.
More than anything, Mike loved the Lord Jesus and could not do enough to serve Him. He honored the Lord in everything: his marriage and life with Larren. A truly faithful husband, provider, protector and loving friend. He loved her intentionally and unconditionally. There was never a time where he left her unsure or unsettled about his love for her. He proved his love for her by loving Christ and letting Him be the head of their home. He loved his children and lived a godly example to them. He taught them how to treat a woman by the way he loved and treated their mother. He lead by example by taking his family to church and instilling the Word of God in their home. Lastly, there no greater title than that of granddaddy that he enjoyed. That was his most proud accomplishment. He completely morphed into an amazing little child that connected with his grandkids on their level. He loved them and could not wait to spend time with them. He loved his church. Grace Valley Baptist Church was his home, his family. There’s not one person that at one time or another was not touched by Mike, wether it was at Camp Grace or by him bringing them some chicken noodle soup or some other wonderful food prepared with love and care. His servant’s heart is and will continue to inspire as we wait on the coming of our Lord and Savior. So much like Jesus, touching lives with such love and compassion. Go Mike, and hear those precious words from our Lord to whom you are so worthy, “Well done thou good and faithful servant.” We will love you and honor you until we meet again.
Visitation will be Sunday, January 3, 2021, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 AM. Pastor Don Neece will be officiating. Interment will be at Cottage Hill Methodist Church Cemetery.
Keith W. Kidwell
December 31, 2020
Keith W. Kidwell, husband, father and friend, lost his battle with cancer at home surrounded by his loving wife and children on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at the age of 68. He was born in Columbus, Ohio to William Keith Kidwell and Margaret Rosen Weaver on June 14, 1952. Keith attended Tate High School until he enlisted in the Army where he proudly served during Vietnam. After returning as a civilian, he was a gas pipe welder by trade. Following his passion and love for food, he enrolled into the first graduating culinary class at Pensacola Junior College. In 2013, he retired from Energy Services of Pensacola. During retirement, he loved to watch “Wheel of Fortune”, “The Price is Right” and Ohio State Football.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Keith is survived by his wife, Ann Bonifay Kidwell; former wife, Barbara Kidwell; children, Kimberly (John) Donado, Clayton Kidwell, and Mary Kathryn “Katie” (Adam) Musick; grandchildren, Brynn, Lyla, Ava and Oliver; and his canine BFF, “Lucy”.
William Carl Neal, Jr.
December 31, 2020
William Carl Neal, Jr. passed on Dec. 23, 2020 in Cantonment, Florida at the age of 65.
He was born in Pensacola, FL on March 10, 1955 to the late William Carl Neal, Sr. and Janice Parker Neal.
Services will be held at a later date.
Nicholas Wagner
December 31, 2020
Nicholas Wagner, 18, rode off to the pearly gates of heaven on Monday, December 28th, 2020. He was born in Pensacola, FL on August 4, 2002 to his parents, Howard Wagner III and Tammy Sue Wagner.
Nick was a regular member of the Harvest Christian Center Fortress Youth group. He was baptized on Sunday morning, February 17, 2019, in a joyous worship service.
Nick enjoyed music, photography, fishing, canoeing, skiing, surfing, and motorcycles. But everyone who knew him knew he enjoyed riding motorcycles more than anything. He liked hanging out with friends. He fellowshipped with his cycle friends Tuesday nights at Groves.
Now you can do all the wheelies and stoppies in heaven you want.
He is survived by his parents, Howard Wagner III and Tammy Sue Wagner; brother, Allen (Michelle Barrett) Wagner of Chesterfield, IN; sister, Ashleigh (TJ Gray) Martino of Cantonment, FL; Grandparents, Ronald (June) Lawson of Ocala, FL; 3 nieces, Sophia Gray of Cantonment, FL, Diamond and Breyanna Barrett of Chesterfield, IN; 3 nephews, Gage, Austin, and Torrance Barrett of Chesterfield, IN; and longtime childhood friend, Eyan Eckland.
Nick was preceded in death by his grandparents, Howard (Narce) Wagner Jr. and Peggy (Les) McCord; his uncle, Rick Lawson.
Services will be held Saturday, January 02, 2021, at The Worship Center of Harvest Christian Center 1095 Muscogee Rd. Cantonment, FL 32533. His visitation will begin at 12:00, with a service at 1:00.
Officiating Pastor William Strickland and Derrick Lewis.
Biker’s Prayer
May the sun rise in front of me, the rain
fall behind me and the wind follow me.
May the Angels guard my travels for
they know what is ahead of me.
Keep me safe through rolling hills and swirling turns.
Let the eagle guide me to the mountain tops.
Let the moons light guide me through the night.
Lord, thank you for letting me be a biker.
Maxwell Crabbe, Jr.
December 31, 2020
Maxwell Crabbe, Jr. was born on November 18, 1937 to Maxwell Crabbe, Sr. and Lolita Hodges Crabbe in Birmingham, Alabama. He passed on December 30, 2020 in Century, Florida. Maxwell served in the United States Navy for 30 years and was an avid marathon runner. He married his wife, Martha, and they had one son together, Allan Crabbe.
Maxwell was preceded in death by his mother, Lolita Crabbe; father, Maxwell Crabbe; and sister, Elizabeth Crabbe Roehrer.
He is survived by his wife, Martha B. Crabbe; son, Maxwell Allan Crabbe; brothers, Charles and Fred Crabbe; 4 nieces; and 2 nephews.
Funeral services will be held 3PM, on Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Pastor John Findley and Pastor Joel Treick officiating. Visitation will be held from 2PM prior to services.
Burial will be held at 9AM on Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at Barrancas National Cemetery. Please meet at Olive Baptist Church Warrington Campus by 8:30AM to be escorted into Barrancas.
Louis “Junior” Colley
December 31, 2020
Louis “Junior” Colley passed away on Thurs., Dec. 24, 2020 at the age of 70.
He was born on May 11, 1950 in Milton, FL to the late Louis Colley, Sr. and Geneva Mae Mathis. He liked to fish and hunt in his spare time, but music filled most of his days. Junior played music for over fifty years. He played many instruments: piano, guitar, and lead guitar but the steel guitar was his passion and it earned him the name “Man of Steel”. Louis played in many bands including: The Kendalls (Top 100 Hits), Rebels Quartet, Naomi and Siego’s Brothers, The Orells, and The Dixie Echoes. He was rated #2 best gospel guitar player in the USA. Louis was involved in many local groups and fundraisers. Even though music was an important part of his life, his family was the most important.
He is preceded in death by his parents: sister, Betty Colley; and brothers, Edward Colley and James Colley.
Junior is survived by his wife, Jeanne Majors; daughter, Alicia Maria (Chad) Caldwell; grandchildren, Andrea Maria Spaulding and Michael Anthony Spaulding; great grandchildren, Syler Hannon, Scarlett Hannon and Kylie George; step-son, Jason Majors; and step-grandchildren, Natalie Majors, Noah Majors and Arah Hans’ Majors.
Travis Solomon Baggett
December 28, 2020
Travis Solomon Baggett, 96, went on to be with his Lord on Dec. 26, 2020, after a one-day hospital stay due to what he referred to as “just being tired.” Travis, whose wife lovingly called him “Rooster,” had been looking forward to his Heavenly home for a while, and he was able to say good bye to his family one last time as they were there to share in his departure.
Travis was born in Castleberry, AL on Feb. 7, 1924 to Samuel Cleveland Baggett and Sara Dolihite Baggett, both of Conecuh County, and he outlived all 10 of his siblings. He is a seventh-generation direct descendant of Jesse Baggett, the founder of Castleberry and a war hero of the War of 1812. Travis attended school at Castleberry, and was raised on the old Baggett Farm, a former landmark in Conecuh County. At the age of 17, Travis enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving in WWII as a fire controller. In 1943, Travis met and married Dorothy Mae Fussell of Evergreen, AL when he was 19 and she was 17. The couple just celebrated 77 years of marriage on Nov. 13 of this year. “Rooster” and “Hen,” as Travis called Dorothy, married after only two dates. “Rooster” always said her cooking and her looks are what snagged him back then. Travis and Dorothy had four sons, who all eventually made Atmore their home.
Besides serving in the US military, Travis worked at the Mobile Shipyard, a Meat Packing House and even worked in construction building bridges all over the southeast. He later worked at the Evergreen Head Mill for several years, which ultimately led him to join the Evergreen Police Force as an officer. In 1965, Travis and his family headed to Atmore, where Travis served as a Corrections Officer with the State of Alabama Prison System for 25 years. He was known for his left-handed sharp shooter/marksman skills, which came in handy during squirrel-hunting trips. Some of his favorite past-times consisted of attempting to “sweat out cholesterol” by chopping wood and throwing feed out to chickens. Thanks to Dorothy’s cooking, he never ate left overs and would eat ice cream and Pay Day candy bars any time she would let him. During his retired years, he was known to greet everyone with a “Hey, Friend,” especially while out delivering Dorothy’s cakes to the sick and shut-in. At the age of 94, Travis finally decided to stop driving his bright red truck, which meant his weekly rounds to certain Atmore businesses for visits, talks and coffee came to an end. As a child of God and believer in Jesus Christ, Travis often could still quote scripture and tell Bible stories to anyone who would listen. Travis lived a full life and was loved immensely, especially by his family. His favorite response to most of life’s puzzling and crazy situations was always, “I do know.” Certainly, now Travis does know indeed as he is with the One who redeemed him many years ago.
Travis is preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Sarah Baggett of Castleberry; his son, Steve Baggett of Atmore; and daughter-in-law, Rita Baggett of Atmore. His deceased siblings are Jesse, Howard, Buck, Ned, Ella, Loreen, Helen, Francis, Mary and Elaine.
Survivors include the love of his life, his wife, Dorothy Baggett; sons, Ronnie (Margaret) Baggett of Atmore; Donnie Baggett of Atmore; Garry (Vicki) Baggett of Bratt; Grandchildren: Stephen Baggett of Atmore; Krystal (Charles) Weaver of Dothan; Alex (Kaylee) Baggett of Louisiana; Melissa Baggett of Atmore; Corry Baggett of Atmore and Lexxi Baggett of Bratt; Travis is survived by five great -grandchildren and several special nieces.
Funeral services are Tuesday, Dec. 29 at 10 a.m. with Rev. Tim James of Atmore Apostolic Church officiating. Burial will follow at Buffington Cemetery in Castleberry, with Full Military Honors. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Dec. 29 from 9 a.m. until service time at 10 a.m. Petty Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Active pallbearers will be Alex Baggett, Corry Baggett, Haynes Gandy, Hunter Kite, Luke Miller, Zack Miller.
Whit Thomas Parker
December 28, 2020
Whit Thomas Parker passed away unexpectedly at his home in Molino, Florida on December 19th 2020. He was born on May 4, 1976 in Pensacola, Florida and remained close to home throughout his life. Whit grew up young, wild, and free creating many friendships that would go on to last him a lifetime. Whit had a deep love for his family and he enjoyed every second he got to spend with them. He had a passion for hunting and fishing, taking photos, writing, drawing, and collecting small treasures to remind him of the memories he made throughout his life. His best friend in his last years of life and with whom he spent a lot of his time was his beloved dog “John D”. Whit will live on forever through the hearts and minds of those he loved. There is no doubt that he has left an everlasting impression with everyone he met. His family is comforted in knowing he is finally at peace.
Whit is preceded in death by his father, Paul Thomas Parker. He is survived by his mother, Barbara Parker; his sister, Chastity(Michael) Bouwkamp; his niece, Caristyn McCurley; his nephews, Codie Bouwkamp and Cayden Bouwkamp, and his great niece, Cali Rose Coffey whom he called “Lily”. Pallbearers are Trent Stewart, Joey Russell, Timothy Maulden, Donnie Manning, Mitch Way, Joel Wise, and David Kyzer.
Visitation will be Wednesday, December 30, 2020 beginning at 12:30 pm with the funeral service at 1:30 p.m. Interment will follow at Clopton Cemetery at 2:45 p.m.
William Earl Chancery
December 28, 2020
William Earl Chancery, age 70, passed away December 27, 2020 at Sacred Heart Hospital. He was born August 30, 1950 to Albert and Evie Lambeth Chancery. Married to Rachel Clowers Chancery for 52 years. They have two children. He had worked in the grocery retail business since the age of 16. He had been store manager at the local Piggly Wiggly, now Food Giant, and retired due to health reasons. He was a member of Little Escambia Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Rachel Clowers Chancery; daughter, Shannon Chancery Singleton Eiland and her husband Jerry of Flomaton; son, David Chancery of Flomaton; three grandsons, Blake and Hannah Chancery, Connor Chancery and Cameron Chancery all of Kentucky; one granddaughter, Olivia Singleton of Montgomery, AL; one brother, Glynn and Gloria Chancery of Arkansas; one sister, Pat and Dennis Myrick of Arkansas; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by six brothers, Aubrey, Charles, Billy Joe, John, Bobby and Mike; four sisters, Eulamae, Barbara, Walterene and Geraldine.
Visitation will be held at Flomaton Funeral Home on Thursday, December 31, 2020 from 6 P.M. until 8 P.M.
Graveside funeral services will be held on Friday, January 1, 2021 at 11 A.M. at Travelers Rest Cemetery with Bro. Jonathon Hill and Bro J.P. Lambert officiating.
Theresa D. Tichi
December 27, 2020
Mrs. Theresa D. Tichi, 86, of Davisville, FL passed away on December 24, 2020 at herresidence. She was born to the late Alec C. and Nettie Evelyn Adams Douglas on November 26, 1934 in Mobile, AL. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Sam Tichi; two brothers, Buddy Douglas and George Douglas and one sister, Mary Alice Hansen. She and her husband owned and operated Tichi’s Garage in Davisville for many years and she had such a generous heart and loved helping people during their time of need.
She is survived by her two daughters, Dr. Lee Ann McGill (Charles D. Anderson) of Orange Beach, AL and Anna Marie Bauman of Willow, AK; brother, Henry (Ellen) Douglas of Mobile, AL; granddaughter, Courtney Bauman, many loving nieces, nephews, family and friends.
The family would also like to give a special thank you to all the caregivers that have helped through the years and especially Mrs. Mary Lee for taking special care of Mrs. Tichi for the past 10 years.
Funeral services will be held Monday, December 28, 2020 at 2 PM from the Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Otis Thames officiating. Interment will follow in Pine Barren Baptist Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Monday, December 28, 2020 from 1 PM until service time at 2 PM at the Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.