Janet Lynn Lovstrom
August 26, 2020
Janet was born April 13,1962 in Pensacola, FL as the fourth of sixth daughters to Arthur and JoAnn Lovstrom. Raised in a home of faith, high morals and standards, Janet always strove to work hard and be kind to others. She was committed to her family, coworkers, and students.
Janet was creative and up to any challenge especially when it came to her careers as a daycare worker and a special education teacher. She would use her talents to improve her students educational opportunities and motivation to take those opportunities.
Janet was a loving mother, loving daughter, loving sister, and loving aunt. Just as in any family there were disagreements and fights, but she never let a fight end without letting you know she loved you. Even if you were wrong. Growing up in a house of girls, Janet was taught how to take care of herself and their family. She and her sisters had two parents that wanted them to be able to do anything they needed to, whether it be renovating a house, making a garden, changing a tire, and be able to work with anyone they needed to. Her father’s main goal was to make sure they were all prepared to take on the world with an education and a career that would let them be self-sufficient adults. And with her mother’s guidance she could tackle any challenge that came her way with the supplies she had, her own wits and common sense, and a little bit of research.
Janet had many friends, anyone she worked with or for could see how valuable she was. She inspired loyalty and left an impression on those she taught that would last for years. (People would contact her or her daughter and mention that they had worked with her or been in her care decades before hand and still had the best memories of Ms. Janet.) One of her best friends, Peggy, could always bring a smile to her face, even if it was talking about drinking wine and moving a carpet together or the wild times Peggy would ‘drag’ her out to have when the navy boys came into town.
While she never married, Janet had a daughter that she always considered to be the most precious gift she’d ever receive. As a mother she always tried to do what was best for her daughter, even ‘making a deal’ that when she started kindergarten Janet would go back to college to finish getting her degree. She made sure that every call they had ended with saying “l love you” and “l’m proud of you” and that’s how her daughter will remember her.
The last years of Janet’s life were hard. She spent them battling diabetes, kidney failure, lung disease, and struggling with not being able to help her family as much as she wanted to. The last thing she was able to do that she loved was cooking, even when it would take her hours to prepare the simplest recipes, it made her feel accomplished and like she was doing her part to help her family. She took pride in being able to provide her family with a home cooked meal for as long as she could. And when she wasn’t able to do that any longer, she could direct someone else to do so.
After her passing Janet was able to continue enriching lives through her wish to be a tissue donor, her corneas were used to give another back their sight. She will be missed, but Janet Lovstrom will never be forgotten for the kind and loving and loud person she was.
Janet is preceded in death by her father, Arthur Nils Lovstrom.
She is survived by her daughter, Kirsten Marie Lovstrom; mother, Jo Ann H. Lovstrom; sisters, Debbie Shenai, Kathy Hosack, Nancy Olivier, Joyce Hall, and Becky Jo Lovstrom; and nieces and nephews, Shalani Mikas, ViJay Shenai, Kristopher Hosack, Tonya Erickson, Paul-Emily and Luke Olivier, Brittany Mock, Kathryn Johnson, Austin Mock, E.J. Hall, and Isabel Hall.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
James Eueal Godwin, Jr.
August 26, 2020
James Eueal “J.E.” Godwin, Jr., age 81, of Atmore, AL, passed away on August 19, 2020, in Atmore, AL. He was born on August 17, 1939, in Monroe County, AL to the late James Eueal and Leona Barnhill Godwin, Sr. He served in the United States Army. He was a lifelong farmer and was employed with Monsanto Company as a chemical operator until his retirement.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James Eueal and Leona Barnhill Godwin, Sr., and his sister, Edis Day.
He is survived by his son, Patrick Godwin of Atmore, AL; his brothers, Hermon (Patsy) Godwin of Pensacola, FL and Winston (Faye) Godwin of Huxford, AL; his sisters, Linda
Dixon of Juniper, FL and Yvonne Moss of Huxford, AL along with many friends and family.
Funeral services were held Sunday, August 23, 2020, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Sis. Eloise Stewart and Bro. Cornelius Phillips officiating.
Interment was at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL.
Active pallbearers were Ricky Godwin, Dillon Godwin, Mike Godwin, Steve Godwin, Kenny Barnhill, Ronnie Barnhill, Keith Bryant, Kelly Bryant, Eric Hall and Wesley
Surmon.
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.
Donald Alan Turner
August 26, 2020
Donald “Alan” Turner, 48, went to heaven on August 16, 2020 after a brief fight with COVID 19. Alan was born on October 8, 1971 in Pensacola to Shirley Ann (Edwards) and James Ray Turner.
Alan, or Big Al, had several jobs that included working as a kitchen kanager at several local restaurants, but later in life he went back to school to study Early Elementary Education. He started teaching in 2012. He taught for six years.
He was a Tate High graduate (1989) and graduated from the University of West Florida in 2012. He loved his family dearly, and was an outstanding husband and father. He was proud of his two boys, Zack and Jacob. He loved watching them play football at Tate and loved to hear Jacob sing in church. He was saved at the age of 18 and married Kelly in 1996. He was the perfect spiritual leader for them. He always had them in church. He taught them Christian love and service. He had a larger than life personality. The party started when Big Al entered the room! However, he was a gentle giant that gave great hugs. He loved to cook! He loved cooking for his family, cooking for family gatherings, and cooking for friends. He was fun to be around. He had a way of making you feel at ease. He loved to tell stories and make you laugh. He was an active member of Marcus Pointe Baptist Church. He served in the youth group as a small group leader for teenage boys as his sons were involved also. He had a passion for the marriage ministry and led several “Knot Normal” sessions at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church.
Preceding Alan in death were his parents, James Ray and Shirley Turner; his uncle Kenneth Turner and his is father-in-law, Doug Thompson.
He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Kelly Turner; his two boys, Zachary Alan Turner and Jacob Morgan Turner; stepfather, Lloyd Turner; sister, Tonya Bagwell; brother, Ray Turner; three nieces, Chastity Perry, Crystal Saucier, and Cherie Malone; nephew, Cody Turner; and an aunt, Sue McCullough (Gene).
Funeral services were held Friday, August 21, 2020, with Preston Smith officiating.
Interment was in Bayview Cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North has been entrusted with the care and services.
Steven Ross Preston
August 15, 2020
Steven Ross Preston, 56, of Milton, Florida, peacefully passed away, Tuesday, August 11, 2020, at Baptist Hospital. He was born the youngest of three children to Paul and Amanda Sue Preston on April 24, 1964, in Milton, Florida. After graduating from the University of West Florida in 1985, Steven pursued a career as a state trooper for the Florida Highway Patrol. During his 25 plus years of faithful service as a lieutenant, Steven’s drive for excellence led him to serve various roles on the force including a road trooper, drug interdiction officer, sergeant, and public relations officer. Upon retirement from the Florida Highway Patrol in 2016, Steven pursued a second career with the Department of Defense as an NCIS special agent where he specialized as a polygrapher. Steven always strove to demonstrate outstanding character and integrity in all he did in life and will be remembered by many as someone you could count on to make you laugh.
Steven was preceded in death by his loving parents, Paul and Amanda Sue Preston. He is survived by his four daughters, Rylee, Ashlyn, Blakely, and Carley Preston, of Milton, Florida; his lifelong friend Park Lee, of Milton, Florida; his two sisters, Paula (Buz) Turner and Lori Preston, of Milton, Florida; his two nieces, April (Chris) Davis and Brooke (Jeffrey) Scott, of Milton, Florida; and his great nephew and four great nieces, Tucker, Corrinne, Avery, Lanie, and Olivia, of Milton, Florida.
The visitation for Steven Preston will be held in Milton at the Lewis Funeral Home on Tuesday, August 18,2020. Family is welcome from 5:00-6:00 PM; and friends as well from 6:00-8:00 PM. The Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 19, 2020, at 11:00 AM, at the Lewis Funeral Home and officiated by ministers Mike Wiggins and Alan Stout. Following the service, the burial will take place at Serenity Gardens in Milton, Florida.
The Active Pallbearers will include: Park Lee, Buz Turner, Darren Williamson, Fred Chavers, Tony Harris, Tony Preston, Ken Ford, and John Holland.
The Honorary Pallbearers will include: Adam Ward, Craig Faircloth, Rylee Preston, Ashlyn Preston, Blakely Preston, Carley Preston, the Florida Highway Patrol and the NCIS of Pensacola.
In Steven’s last years of life at the NCIS, he worked closely with the women and men who serve our country. With this in mind, the family requests that in lieu of flowers donations be made, in Steven’s name, to the Wounded Warrior Project at support.woundedwarriorproject.org.
The family would like to extend the deepest thanks and appreciation for all the doctors and nurses of Baptist Hospital for the love and care given to a great father, brother, and friend.
Benny Earl Barnes
August 15, 2020
Benny Earl Barnes, born May 6, 1934, passed away August 18, 2020 at his home with his loving wife, Edna Earle, son, Keith and wife, Beth and granddaughter Chelsea at his side.
Mr. Barnes was born in Santa Rosa County, and had been a member of the Century community since 1960 coming from the Byrneville area. He was a veteran of the United States Marines, and had worked at Monsanto as a power house operator. He served as councilman and Mayor of Century for 13 years. Mr. Barnes was a member of Community of Christ Church of Atmore where he served as an Elder, and he was preceded in death by his parents, Elias and Martha French Barnes and eight siblings.
He leaves behind to cherish his memories his wife, Edna Earle Barnes of Century, FL; son, Keith (Beth) Barnes of Ft. Walton Beach, FL; sister, Catherine (Larry) Balkcom of Perry, FL; grandchildren, Chelsea Barnes of Ft, Walton Beach , FL and Luke Barnes of Wichita, KS ; two great-grandsons; many nieces and nephews, numerous other family members and friends.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date by Mr. Barnes family.
In lieu of flowers, the family prefers that you honor his memory with donations to the campgrounds he loved so much, Bluff Springs Camp Grounds at 1300 Liahona Trail McDavid, FL 32568.
Mejhor Morta
August 12, 2020
Pvt. Mejhor Morta, 26, joined hands with the Lord on the 17th of July, 2020, at Stillhouse Lake near Fort Hood Texas.
Mejhor, was born May 19, 1996, in Kidapawan City, Philippines. He studied Mechanical Engineering in the University of Mindanao, Philippines and became a Bradley Fighting Vehicle mechanic in the US Army and was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 5th Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division. His awards include the Global War in Terrorism Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Army Service Ribbon.
Mejhor died a Christian with genuine faith in God. He has always had a generous helping hands to his, family, friends and even to strangers living rough along the streets. Aside from being a soldier with a vigorous nature, Mejhor was also a business minded man invested on stock markets and some properties in the Philippines. He tends to be frugal to himself and yet very generous to others especially those in need. Mejhor was a loving son to his mother, Mrs. Lerma Boehm. He always sought a better life for himself and for his family. He had his goals lined up and had always strived to achieve them. Mejhor enjoyed reading books about business, novels, devotional books and as well as the Holy Bible.
Mejhor joins his biological father, Eduardo Morta.
Mejhor’s laughter and smiling face will forever be remembered by his sisters, Angel Lou Madrid, Hannah Villanueva, Hazel Morta, and Ayana Morta. His loving nature and joyful spirit will forever be cherished by his parents, Mrs. Lerma Boehm and Mr. Joseph Boehm; his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Michael Boehm and Mr. and Mrs. Benigno Balico.
Family, friends and others whose lives Mejhor touched are invited to Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 Highway 29 South in Cantonment, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Friday, August 14, 2020, to remember and reminisce about his life.
“For if we have been united with Him in a death like His, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like His.” Romans 6:5
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
George M. Posey
August 11, 2020
George M. Posey passed away on August 8, 2020, from a heart attack. Born on December 8, 1960, in Andalusia AL, George grew up in Pensacola, Florida and graduated from Pine Forest High School and George Stone Vocational School.
George worked most of his career at Killinger Marine Center, starting there washing boats at age 15. He worked hard and became a superb Marine Mechanic/Technician. Killinger Marine was home to George, but he also worked a short period at Harbor View Marine in the late 80’s and later worked for his best friend Mickey Parriman at Key Marine. He eventually retired to raise his sons and to teach them everything he knew. He spent his life helping his neighbors, family and friends with lawn care, engine work, home repairs, or anything that they needed. He was an awesome troubleshooter and a deep thinker who analyzed every situation and made sure it was resolved precisely as it should be done. Known by his younger sister as ‘Genius George’, he was her on-call handyman. His younger brother often said that if an alien space ship broke down nearby that George could troubleshoot and fix it. George acquired his mechanical knowledge at a younger age from his special Uncle Mack Helms.
George enjoyed hiking, camping, bonfires at his oldest sister’s, making dad jokes, and feeding and watching birds in the bird oasis he created in his backyard which he watched from his dining room window. He loved his cats, enjoyed researching movie history, and enjoyed spending time with his sons, who were his best friends. George suffered from excruciating arthritic pain for many years that affected his lifestyle. Jesus has healed him and he is no longer in pain.
George is preceded in death by his mother, Sara Posey; his brother-in-law, Allen W Gray, Sr. and his nephew Allen W Gray, Jr.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Sherry Blackwell Posey; sons, Matthew Martin Posey and Daniel Jacob Posey; his father, Ronald B. Posey (Barbara); his oldest sister, Juanita Holley (Acie), younger sister, Rhonda Gray and younger brother, Terry Posey (Amy); and numerous nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Kevin Mclemore, Doug Dillard, John Hoobler, Roy Hykes, Rick Hawkins and Kendall Nutt.
Honorary pallbearers will be his sons Matthew and Daniel.
Funeral Services are being handled by Faith Chapel North.
Visitation will be on Saturday, August 15, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. with a service immediately following at East Brent Baptist Church, 4801 N. Davis Hwy.
A private family burial will be held at Pensacola Memorial Gardens at a later date. The service will be recorded. Social distancing is strongly encouraged.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
Franklin Hall
August 11, 2020
Franklin “Tracey” Hall, 60, of Atmore, AL passed away on August 6, 2020. He was born on September 19, 1959, to the late Charlie Ernest and Margaret Coker Hall. He was a graduate of Ernest Ward High School in 1977 and attended Hall’s Fork Assembly of God Church. He worked in the construction industry and enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing and playing bass guitar.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Timothy “Timbo” Hall and his sister, Delois “Dee” Hall.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Donna Hanks Hall; one daughter, Donna King (Joseph Lee Holloway) of Uriah, AL; one son, James R. “J.R.” Hall (Virginia) of Gordo, AL; one brother, Tony (Jeanene) Hall of Bay Springs, FL; one sister, Donna Lee Hall of Atmore, AL; eight grandchildren, Tracie Alexis, Jaxon, Lillie, Allyson, Jayson, Landon, Aiden and Emma Rose; one niece, Kristen Hall and two nephews, Brandon (Jessica) Hall and Ricky Hunt.
Funeral services were held Saturday, August 8, 2020, at 3 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Richard Daniels and Bro. Windell Hadley officiating.
Interment was at Bay Springs Cemetery in Bay Springs, FL.
Active pallbearers were Brandon Hall, Jake Jordan, Jaxon King, Ronald Peebles, Sammy Lee and Tony Hall.
Honorary pallbearers were Charlie Bodiford, Keith Jay, Paul Lundy and Jimmy McKinley.
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.
Julie Hadley
August 11, 2020
Julie Hadley, 89, of Perdido, AL, passed away on August 8, 2020. She was born on June 5, 1931, to the late Arlene Ganey Harville. She was a member of Perdido Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Arlene Ganey Harville; her husband, Marvin Hadley; her sons, Edward Hadley, Earl Hadley and Anthony Hadley and her sisters, Thelma Harville and Virginia Gentry.
She is survived by her grandchildren, Tammy Harrelson (Chris Chandler) of Lottie, AL, Angie (Jerry) Cowart of Pine Grove, AL, Kim Hadley (Glenn) Dorsey of Gulf Breeze, FL, Shelia Kay Hadley of CA and Clayton Hadley of Rabun, AL; her great-grandchildren, Zayden, Jessica, Tonya, Brittany, Brianna, Brian, Tristan and Gunnar and six great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 12, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Malcolm Harrelson officiating.
Interment will follow at Guy’s Chapel Cemetery in Rabun, AL.
Active pallbearers will be Clifford Hall, Jr., Jerry Cowart, Marcus Loftis, Blake Bossard, Clayton Hadley and Terrance Newsome.
Visitation will be Wednesday, August 12, 2020, from 10 a.m. until service time at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
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.
Nannette Cobb Shell
August 11, 2020
Nannette Cobb Shell, age 87, passed away on August 7, 2020. She was born and lived in Atmore for 84 years. For the past 3 years, she resided at Westminster Village in Spanish Fort, AL.
Nannette was born on March 3, 1933, to the late Nancy Lowery Cobb and William Rufus Cobb. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Bill Cobb and Ty Cobb and sister, Linda Bodtke.
She is survived by her husband of 69 years, James Howard Shell, as well as her children, Nancy Shell Fayard (husband, Gary) of Atlanta, GA and James Burton Shell (wife, Kim) of Pawleys Island, SC. She is also survived by five adoring grandchildren, John Fayard, Chris Fayard, Mollie Shell Schimmel, Laura Shell, Sam Shell and three great-grandchildren, Liam Fayard, Isabelle Fayard, and Charlotte Fayard. Her most cherished role in life was being “Nana” to all and
loving them each “50 million”.
Nannette retired after a successful career at Atmore Milling and Elevator. She then embarked on a second career at Escambia County High School. Upon her second retirement, she began her last and final career as the loving Nana to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She found joy in gardening, cooking and sharing with others. She could often be found on her tractor with its bushhog.
Nannette was the longest surviving member of First United Methodist Church of Atmore and loved her time working with the children in the nursery during church services.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the First United Methodist Church of Atmore Nursery, 311 South Pensacola Avenue, Atmore, AL 36502.
Notes and cards may be sent to: Howard Shell, #47 500 Spanish Fort Blvd., Spanish Fort, AL 36525.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.