Lynn Ervin Powell
February 25, 2020
Mr. Lynn Ervin Powell 65 of Canoe, AL. passed away February 18, 2020. He was born on May 8, 1954 in Pensacola, FL. He was a millwright at Georgia-Pacific in Brewton, AL and is preceded in death by his parents K.C. and Cordie Hopkins Powell and his wife Audrey Diane Powell.
He is survived by his two sons Josh (April) Powell and Jesse Powell all of Kansas. Two brothers, Rodney Powell of Gulf Shores, AL and Bodie Baker of Oklahoma. Two sisters, Gail Godwin of Andalusia, AL. and Jane Robbins of Texas. Four Grandchildren, Alexis Powell, Jesse Lambert, Addison Powell and Jimmy Lambert.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, February 23, 2020 at 2PM from Atmore Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow in Serenity Gardens.
Active pallbearers will be David Jones, Leon Crawfor, Jeff Hall, Wayne Baker, Ricky Golson and Gary Hall.
Family will receive friends Sunday, February 23, 2020 from 1 PM until service time at 2 PM at Atmore Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.
Evelyn (Mimi) Criswell
February 24, 2020
Evelyn (Mimi) Criswell, 79 years old, of Holt, FL, went to her heavenly home on February 21, 2020. She was born in Birmingham, Alabama on February 20, 1941 to James and Earline Waller.
She taught Sunday School at Beulah Baptist Church, was Den Mother for Cub Scouts, and was a foster mom to a family friend for their two boys. She catered many weddings for family and friends. She was a gardener and housewife. She raised her brother after her parents passed away in a car accident. She always opened her home to anyone in need.
She is survived by her loving husband of almost 62 years, Gene Criswell. He devoted countless hours caring for her. She is also survived by her daughter, Brenda (Tim) Flota of Molino; her son Jimmy (Cindy) Criswell of Pace; her four grandchildren, Shaina (Kris) Mann, Matt (Taylor) Flota, Kelsie Criswell, and Cinda (Scotty) Skaggs; two brothers, Robert Waller and Jim (Carol) Waller; her sister Judy (Al) Long; a special niece, Leigh; and her great-grandchildren, Chloe, Molly, and Lucy Skaggs, and Leanna and Parker Flota.
She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Earline Waller; and her in-laws, Howard and Reba Criswell.
We would like to thank North Okaloosa Medical Center and Covenant Hospice for their compassion and excellent care.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Covenant Hospice:
220 Eglin Parkway, NE
Ft. Walton Beach, Florida 32547
Funeral services will be held at 12 PM, on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Pastor William Strickland officiating. Burial will follow in McCullough Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 11 AM to 12 PM prior to services.
Rodney Eugene Howell
February 24, 2020
Rodney Eugene Howell was born January 23, 1967. He was a native of Molino, FL. He passed away on February 22, 2020. He was a Christian and grew up in the Assembly of God Church. Rodney was a man that would help anyone any way he could. Whether that be on the racetrack or in everyday life. He loved Andrea as well as his family more than anything in the world. He was an avid dirt track racer since 1986 and was known as the “Triple Nickle”. He mainly raced at Florida and Alabama Tracks. His favorite places to be were either in his yard or in his racecar shop working. He would always have a project going on. He worked as a welder/fabricator. His love for racing built many long lasting relationships with people whom he considered family. He will be remembered as a “True Racer” and a dirt track legend by the racing community. He took his last checkered flag crossing the finish line into heaven on February 22, 2020. May his memory be eternal. He is preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Earline Howell and grandparents, Annie and Buck Godwin, Farrell Howell and Narvie Lee and Agnes White.
He is survived by his wife of 3 years, Andrea Howell of Molino, FL; three sons, Joshua Lee (Danielle) Howell of Milton, FL, David Thompson of Pensacola, FL and Daniel Thompson of Pensacola, FL; one sister, Robin Howell (Rico) Padilla of McDavid, FL; one grandson, Jackson Lee Howell and two nephews, Hunter Cofield of McDavid, FL and Levi Cofield of McDavid, FL.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at 11:00 AM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. James Gay officiating.
Burial will follow at Traveler’s Rest Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, February 25, 2020 from 6 to 9 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Ricky Haugen, Jeffrey Glenn, Chris Williams, Mike Neese, Hunter Cofield, Levi Cofield, Gregory Thames and Jimbo Horan.
James (Jimmy) Dean
February 23, 2020
James (Jimmy) Dean entered the gracious home of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in the early morning hours of February 22, 2020.
He was born on June 27, 1966 in Atmore, AL to Shelvia Keel Dean and Robert Earl Dean. He attended Escambia County High School where he lettered in baseball and football. He was a member of the 1983 state championship football team. The Blue Devils went 13-2 that season to take the 3A state title, an accomplishment that Jimmy was forever proud to be a part of. After graduating in the spring of 1984, Jimmy pursued a collegiate baseball career that began at Patrick Henry Junior College, where he led the team in hitting his freshman year. He then transferred to the University of Montevallo for a short time before finishing his career at Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM). He was named Offensive Player of the Year while at AUM.
Jimmy was a respected law enforcement officer with over 25 years of experience, serving the city of Atmore, the state of Alabama, and the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. In 1995, he became a graduate of the Alabama State Trooper Academy Class 94-A. He served the State of Alabama for 22 years, retiring in 2016. Shortly following his retirement, he continued to serve his community as a Tribal Police Officer with the Poarch Band of Creek Indians.
Jimmy played many roles in many lives. Aside from his role within his family, Jimmy was a friend, coach, and servant of God, something he proclaimed until his death. His personality, selflessness, and genuine care for others attracted so many over the years. His ability to make people laugh will forever be remembered. The stories are endless and will forever be held dear to our hearts.
Jimmy is preceded in death by his father, Robert Earl Dean; maternal grandmother and grandfather, Carolyn Louise Keel and J.C. Keel; paternal grandmother and grandfather, Edna Earl Sadler and Robert Comer Sadler, Jr.; daughter, Maggie Pearl Caraway; and father-in-law, John A. McGhee.
He is survived by his mother, Shelvia Keel Dean of Atmore; one brother, Ricky Dean of Atmore; one sister, Jena (Perry) Duke of Mobile; wife, Kimberly Dean of Atmore; three sons, Jon (Malori) Dean of Atmore, James (Emily) Dean of Atmore, and Mason (Catie) Dean of Atmore; one daughter, Miranda (Brandon) Hudson of Atmore; two grandchildren, Porter James Dean and Carson Elizabeth Johnson, both of Atmore; and numerous other extended family members, close friends, and his Alabama State Trooper Family.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 27, 2020 at 10:00 AM at the McCullough Christian Center with Rev. Josh Long and Bro. Don Davis officiating.
Burial will follow at Serenity Garden Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, February 26, 2020 from 6 to 9 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Doug Darby, John Fields, Willie Locke, Brian McGill, John Stallworth, Justin Williams, Craig Helton and Norman McCallister.
Honorary Pallbearers will be the Poarch Creek Tribal Police Department and all other Law Enforcement and First Responders.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC in charge of all arrangements, Atmore, Alabama.
Benjamin A. Austin
February 23, 2020
Benjamin A. Austin, 93, of Cantonment, FL, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020.
Mr. Austin was born August 7, 1926, in Opp, AL, to the late Benjamin and Josephine Austin. He worked at Gulf Power for 42 years; and Gulf Power Credit Union and Pfeffer Drugs. He was a long-time member of East Brent Baptist Church and loved to fish.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his daughters, Diane and Linda, a brother and a nephew.
He is survived by his wife, Laureta; Daughters, Carol, Frankie (Richard), Patrice (Monte), Jeralyn (Roc); grandchildren, Ben(DaLisa), Sonya (Marty), Rachel (Ron), Amy, Erin (Cole), Anna (Nick), Ro, Noah; Great grandchildren, Kara (Tyler), Arianne (Skylar), Elijah, Ezra, Delilah; son-in-law, Jim; Aunt, Louise; nieces, Darlene (David), and Vivian (David).
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. on Tues., February 25, 2020, at East Brent Baptist Church with Dr. Dale Patterson and Dr. Roc Collins officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church. Interment will take place in Bayview Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to the charity of your choice.
Ronald “Ronnie” Parker
February 22, 2020
Ronald “Ronnie” Parker, 77, of Milton, FL, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, February 19, 2020.
Born in Florala, AL, Ronnie was raised in Pensacola, FL. After returning from service in the U.S. Army in 1963, Ronnie met his wife of 56 years. The following year he began his career working with Southern Bell until his retirement in 1987. After his retirement, he established Parker Communications supporting the telecommunications infrastructure at Whiting Field Naval Air Station. In his free time he enjoyed fishing off the backyard dock or along with his best friend Gene Dees – with a cold beer in hand! He will always be remembered as a loving husband, awesome Dad, one eager to help others and his light-hearted spirit.
He was preceded in death by his parents William and Flora Parker.
Ronnie is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sandra Mayo Parker, of Milton FL; a brother, William “Bill” Parker, of Cantonment, FL; his children, Ronnie Parker, Jr, (Tracy VanDell Parker) of Mesa, AZ and Jaxon “Boop” Parker, of Stafford, VA.
A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 p.m., Saturday, February 22, 2020, at Lewis Funeral Home Milton Chapel.
Visitation will be held 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., prior to the service.
The family wishes to acknowledge the friends of Southern Bell and AT&T and in particular Lamar Evers.
Rev. Paul D. Enfinger
February 22, 2020
Rev. Paul D. Enfinger, 81, of Davisville, FL. passed away February 18, 2020, in Pensacola, FL.
He was born on September 14, 1938, in Dale County, AL, to the late A.V. and Daisy Smith Enfinger. Bro. Enfinger was a hardworking man and worked many jobs during his life. He was a lifeguard, a disc jockey “Perky Paul”, owned Enfinger Plumbing Company, worked at Vogtle Nuclear Plant, school bus Driver, prison guard, served in the United States Army and he enjoyed farming. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and loved his family and friends but most of all he loved the Good Lord. He was passionate about his ministry which he served over 45 years, he was a missionary, pastored five church’s during his life and then he founded Calvary Deliverance Temple in Davisville, FL, where he pastored for over 35 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Bill Enfinger, Gary Enfinger and a sister Ruth Ellis.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years Sheila McZilkey Enfinger of Davisville, FL; two sons Brian Enfinger of Little Rock, AL, Doug Jordon of Dothan, AL; one daughter Gwen Enfinger of Little Rock, AL; sister Jewel Myers of Panama City, FL; three grandchildren Derek Brooks, Kristy Rucker, Caleb Kyle Enfinger; three great-grandchildren Christian Brooks, T.J. Brooks and Elijah Brooks; and many family and friends.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 22, 2020, at 11:30 a.m. at the Calvary Deliverance Temple in Davisville, FL, with Bro. Wendell Hadley and Bro. Floyd Hutto officiating. Burial will followw in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Brandon Wall, Bobby Matthews, Eric McZilkey, Eddie McZilkey, Daren Carnley and Paul Brown.
Visitation will be held Saturday, February 22, 2020 from 10 a.m. until service time at 11:30 a.m. at Calvary Deliverance Temple.
William “Bill” Brandt
February 21, 2020
Mr. William “Bill” Brandt, age 75, passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2020 in Pensacola, Florida.
Mr. Brandt was a native of Century, FL, former resident of Flomaton, AL and had resided in Uriah, AL since 1988. He was former owner of Bill’s Truck Stop in Flomaton, AL. He was of the Jehovah Witness Faith. He is preceded in death by his parents, Earl E. Brandt and Maggieline Rigby and brother, Charles Ray Amos.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Charlyn Brandt of Uriah, AL; one brother, Edward Eugene Brandt of Hutchinson, KS; special friends, James (Linda) Selzer of Baldwin Co., AL and Ricky Williams of Uriah, AL and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 22, 2020 at 2:00 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Elder Richard Ash officiating.
Burial will follow at the Rigby Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Saturday, February 22, 2020 from 12:30 PM until service time at 2:00 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Lynn Ervin Powell
February 19, 2020
Mr. Lynn Ervin Powell, 65 of Canoe, AL. passed away February 18, 2020. He was born on May 8, 1954 in Pensacola, FL. He was a millwright at Georgia-Pacific in Brewton, AL and is preceded in death by his parents K.C. and Cordie Hopkins Powell and his wife Audrey Diane Powell.
He is survived by his two sons Josh (April) Powell and Jesse Powell all of Kansas. Two brothers, Rodney Powell of Gulf Shores, AL and Bodie Baker of Oklahoma. Two sisters, Gail Godwin of Andalusia, AL. and Jane Robbins of Texas. Four Grandchildren, Alexis Powell, Jesse Lambert, Addison Powell and Jimmy Lambert.
Services will be Sunday February 23, 2020 at 2PM from Atmore Memorial Chapel. Interment will follow in Serenity Gardens.
Family will receive friends Sunday, February 23, 2020 from 1 PM until service time at 2 PM at Atmore Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.
John Steven Watson
February 19, 2020
Mr. John Steven Watson, age 75, passed away Monday, February 17, 2020 in Pensacola, Florida.
Mr. Watson was a native and resident of Jay, FL and had spent most of his life in the Byrneville, FL community. He was a veteran of the Vietnam Conflict serving with the U.S. Marine Corp. He was a retired truck driver, loved playing the guitar, loved horses and race cars. He was a member of the Byneville Methodist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Vendell Watson and brother, Gary Watson.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Louise Levins Watson of Jay, FL; three sons, Keith (Keely) Watson of Chipley, FL, Kevin (Lindy) Watson of Dexter, GA and Brian (Dawn) Watson of Birmingham, AL; two brothers, Tommie Watson of Mobile, AL and Danny Watson of Mobile, AL; seventeen grandchildren; four great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Graveside services will be held Friday, February 21, 2020 at 10:00 AM at the Byrneville Methodist Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, February 20, 2020 from 6 to 8 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Joshua Watson, Wyatt Watson, Bradley Watson, Brayden Watson, Kalib Watson, Breanna Watson and Wynter Watson.