Walter Thomas Ard, Sr.
December 4, 2019
Walter, age 83, was born on June 23, 1936, in Cantonment, Florida and passed away on November 26, 2019, in Cantonment, Florida. Walter loved fishing with a passion but his world revolved around his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was always willing to help someone in need. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Edna F. Ard and son, Walter T. Ard, Jr.
Walter leaves behind his daughter, Brenda Ard; son, Benny F. Ard; grandsons, Eric Ard, Jeffery Ard and Scott (Angel) Griffis; granddaughters, Heather Griffis and Mary Ard; great-grandchildren, Tyler Jensen, Kodi Griffis and Ryler Ard; sisters, Dollie Byrd and Jannie Ard; and his brothers, Benny Ard and Edward Ard are also left to cherish his memory.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, December 3, 2019, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Burial was in Cottage Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Scott Griffis, Jeffery Ard, Ray White, Steven Leonard, Robert Leonard, Sr. and Robert Leonard, Jr.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
Mandie Kelley Lowery
December 4, 2019
Mrs. Mandie Kelley Lowery, age 35, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2019, in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Mrs. Lowery was a native of Milton, FL, former resident of Jay, FL and had resided in Bratt, FL for the past 10 years. She was a 2003 graduate of Jay High School; she was a member of the Beulah Chapel Assembly of God where she was active in the Women’s Ministries. She served in a nursing home ministry with the gospel group, Sandra and Friends. She is preceded in death by her PaPa, Joseph Lebron Taylor; her nanny, Laura Helen Taylor; uncle, James Earl Taylor and aunt, Sherry Taylor.
She is survived by parents, Van and Sandra Carroll of Jay, FL; husband of 10 years, Craig Lowery of Bratt, FL; one son, Colton Lowery of Bratt, FL; two daughters, Adalynn Lowery and Madalynn Lowery, both of Bratt, FL; two sisters, Raven Kelley (Josh) Greenwell of Molino, FL and Stephanie Carroll (Ryan) Weeks of Jay, FL; nephew, Michael Greenwell and niece, Breanna Greenwell.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 4, 2019, at 1 p.m. at the Jay Cornerstone Church with Bro. Tim Floyd officiating.
Burial will follow at the Godwin Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 4, 2019, from 11:30 a.m. until service time at the Jay Cornerstone Church.
Pallbearers will be Chris Blackwell, Ryan Weeks, Josh Greenwell, Chris Davis, Slick Roley and Phillip Allen.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Donnell Rounsaville
December 4, 2019
Mr. Donnell “Don” Rounsaville, age 82, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2019, in Atmore, Alabama.
Mr. Rounsaville was a native of Laurel, MS, former resident of Alaska and had resided in Atmore, AL for the past 33 years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Atmore, the Gideons, and a contributor to the Young Life Organization. He is preceded in death by his step-son, Lee Coker; son, John David Rounsaville and daughter-in-law, Dori Rounsaville.
He is survived by his wife, Joan Rounsaville of Atmore, AL; three sons, Steven (Darlene) Rounsaville of Kodiak, AK, Clayton (Holly) Rounsaville of Grants Pass, OR and Robert Rounsaville of Lockport, IL; one step-son, Charles (Mishalene) Coker of Shalimar, FL; one daughter, Kathy (Orbi) Gonzales of Glendale, AZ; one sister, Barbara Helton of Atmore, AL; 19 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 5, 2019 at 10 a.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Bro. Rickey Tedder officiating.
Burial will follow at the Oak Hill Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 9 a.m. until service time at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Steven Rounsaville, Clayton Rounsaville, Robert Rounsaville, Charles Coker, Wes Coker and Jordan Coker.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Robin Carnley
November 30, 2019
Robin Carnley, 67, passed away on the morning of November 23, 2019. Her loving husband Cecil Wayne Carnley and family members by her side. Robin was born April 2, 1952, in Worcester, Massachusetts to William Pransky and Evelyn Berglund.
Robin found joy in many things; studying the bible, sewing, and cooking for her family. She enjoyed being a loving mother, wife, grandmother and a great-grandmother. Robin met her husband while both of them resided in Okeechobee, Florida. Robin and Cecil officially married May 15, 2015. Robin was introduced to Cecil by a family member. It was love at first sight for Robin and Cecil. Both never leaving each other’s side from that day forward.
Four years ago, Robin and Cecil moved to Pensacola to be closer to family members. Within months both would experience a sudden head on collision that seriously injured them. It took several months and hard work for them to recover. Robin would tell you today they both survived by the grace of God, their deep love for each other, and the love that was poured out by family members and friends.
Throughout her life she was known as kind, thoughtful, and selfless. She had brought joy to all those who came to know her. Although she has departed from this life, she continues to live on in the hearts of those who hold her dearest. She will forever be missed and never be forgotten.
She is survived by her husband Cecil Wayne Carnley of 13 years. Her children Robert Pransky and Michael Carnley, Marissa Green, Debbie Hedgepeth, Christine Carnley, Kayla Stone (Jason Stone). Her three sisters Merilee Berglund, Judith Tiffany, and Donna Clough. Two brothers Billy Pransky and Rick Berglund. Many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Robin would also want us to mention two gentlemen names she called her honorary son’s, Johnny Ray Heathcock and Kenneth Jones.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 pm Monday December 2. 2019 at East Side Assembly of God Church at 2990 East Kingsfield Road.
Mary Frances Smith
November 30, 2019
Mary Frances Smith, 77, of Atmore, AL, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2019, at her residence. She drove truck and worked at Buster’s Restuarant for many years. She also owned Ramblin Rose. She was born in Georgianna, AL on November 25, 1941, to the late Arthur and Inez Johnson Stokes.
She is preceded by her parents; two daughters, Kathy Harrison, and Angela Stoll; and brother, Mack Stokes.
Survivors include her husband of 51 years, Aubrey Smith of Atmore; one son, Aubrey “Sonny Man” (Faye) Smith of Turnerville, AL; five daughters, Janet Hayes of St. Stephens, AL, Judith (Rusty) Zeller of Picaynne, MS, Jackie (Larry) Kiper of Saraland, AL, Jeannie (Wayne) Crabbtree of Semmes, AL, and Kimberly Turner of Mt. Vernon, AL; step-daughters, Vicky (Don) Williams of McCullough, AL, Lisa (Ricky) Ward of Excel, AL, and Michelle (Claude) Turberville of Saraland, AL; one brother, Lester (Naomi) Stokes of Crenshaw County, AL; 24 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
Services were held Friday, November 22, 2019, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Glenn Barnhill officiating.
Graveside services were held at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Saraland, AL.
Active pallbearers were Tommy Primm, Timothy Primm, Jason Vickery, Michael Thomas, Bo Ward, and Jesse Ward.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
William Cook
November 30, 2019
William “Eddie” Edward Cook of Davisville, FL. passed away Friday, November 29, 2019 in Pensacola, FL. He was born in Chumukla, FL. on March 26, 1937 to the late Roy W. and Edith Marie Carnley Cook. He served in the United States Army. He was a retired Senior Mechanic with Exxon Mobil and had work for the City of Atmore with the Beautification Department. He was a member of the Walnut Hill & Century Masonic Lodge. He also was a 32nd degree mason and Past Grand Patron of the Order of The Eastern Star of Florida which was an elected position. He began playing fiddle when he was 8 years old and became a well-known musician during his life. He is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Leon Cook and Clarence Ray Cook.
He is survived by his wife Laura Green Cook of Davisville, FL. Two sons Chadwick W. (Tonya Black) Cook of Nokomis, FL. and Brady E. (Kay) Cook of Daphne, AL. One brother Winston Cook of Pace, FL; two sisters Voncile Grant of Pace, FL. and Marie (Otis) Joiner of Milton, FL. 7 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held 11 AM Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at Brooks Memorial Baptist Church with Dr. Dale Patterson officiating. Interment will follow in McCullough Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Chris Burkland, Randon Watson, Cordair Cook, Travis Ashcraft, John Wesley Cook and Scottie Cook.
Honorary pallbearers will be Ron L. Cook, Greg Crenshaw, Brian Crenshaw, Darrell Crenshaw, Ron Cook and Donnie Grant
Visitation will be held Monday, December 2, 2019 from 6pm until 8pm from the Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Eastern Star Service starting at 6 pm.
Charles Raymond Chavers
November 29, 2019
Mr. Charles Raymond Chavers of Molino, FL passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2019, at H. Lee Moffit Cancer Center & Research Institute in Tampa, FL at the age of 64.
Charles first worked at the CSX railroad for a few years, before furthering his education. He graduated from Jefferson Davis Community College in Brewton, AL, with an associates degree in nursing. Upon receiving his degree, he started his life long career as a nurse by becoming a home health nurse. From there he began working at Jay Hospital and then becoming a senior registered nurse at Century Correctional Institute, where he retired of in spring 2016.
Everyone who knew Charles, knew he was a very patient and strong man of God. His home church was Victory Assembly of God in Cantonment. Charles was always willing to lend a helping hand to his neighbors, and family was everything to him. He was an avid Alabama fan, even if he would sometimes say “I am just for the winning team”.
Charles enjoyed spending time at home with his loving wife of 37-years, playing guitar and fishing with his son, an also attending Blue Wahoo’s games and visiting Krispy Kreme with his daughter. He loved to volunteer his time with the local Northview and Ernest Ward FFA chapters. Charles found joy in cutting grass around his home, and working on his 2007 blue Ford F-150 which he loved to always show off and always wanted to look “neat”.
He is preceded in death by his father, Raymond Chavers; brother, Terry Chavers, nephew, Jason Griffin; niece, Jill Griffin; cousin, Vivian Pate; mother-in-law, Rose Griffin and his father-in-law, Ralph Griffin.
He is survived by his loving wife, Ruth Ann Chavers of Molino; children, Charles Lee and Tabitha Faye Chavers of Molino; mother, Alice Chavers of Brewton, AL; brother, David Chavers of Brewton, AL; nephews, Andrew Chavers, Garrett Griffin, Travis Sterback; nieces, Ashley and Amanda Chavers, Tiffany, Paige and Emily Griffin, Megan Washington, Sheena St. Pierre, Sherry Charbonneau and Jenna House; brothers-in-law/sisters-in-law, Jerry and Cheryl Griffin of Dayton, TX, Ronald and Annette Griffin of Seminole, AL and Ralph Jr. and Debby of Cantonment, FL; along with countless friends, cousins and fellow brothers and sisters in Christ.
Jim “JB” Burl Day
November 27, 2019
Mr. Jim “JB” Burl Day, age 86, passed away Monday, November 25, 2019 in Pensacola, Florida.
Mr. Day was a native of Huxford, AL, former resident of Century, FL and had resided in Brewton, AL for the past 10 years. He was a member of the Century Masonic Lodge #213, Jay Order of Eastern Star Chapter 208, the Springhill Primtive Baptist Church and retired from Champion Paper Mill with 40 years of service. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Joann Johnson Day; one brother, J.D. Day and parents, Robert and Mary Day.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Sue Day of Brewton, AL; one son, William Anthony Day of Century, FL; two step-sons, David Edward (Yvonne) Beasley of Danville, KY and Michael Ashley (Wemberlee) Beasley of Greenville, AL; one daughter, Lisa Day (Alvin) Ahn of Pensacola, FL; one sister, Lottie Nell (Rex) Crews of Cantonment, FL; four grandchildren, Jake E. Livingston of Century, FL, Samantha Smith of Pensacola, FL, Valerie Day Massey of Pensacola, FL and Julie Day Pearson of Pensacola, FL and three great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Friday, November 29, 2019 at 2:00 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Bro. Mitch Herring and Bro. Dawson Stanaland officiating.
Burial will follow at the Springhill Cemetery with Masonic Rites.
Visitation will be held Friday, November 29, 2019 from 11:30 AM until service time at 2:00 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be David Beasley and five Brother Masons.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Order of Eastern Star and other Brother Masons.
Byron Daniel Stewart
November 26, 2019
Byron Daniel Stewart, age 7, of Highway 4, Century, Florida passed away Sunday, November 24, 2019, in Evergreen, Alabama after injuries sustained in a automobile accident. He was a native of Pensacola, Florida and a lifelong resident of Century, Florida. Daniel was in the first grade at Byrneville Elementary School and enjoyed having fun. He loved his family and his family loved him.
He is survived by his mother, April (Troy) Graham of Century, Florida; father, Heath (Rachel) Stewart of Brewton, Alabama; brother, Maxwell Stewart of Brewton, Alabama; step-sisters, Hadley Beasley and Lily Beasley of Brewton, Alabama; grandparents, Derek and Teresa Brantley of Flomaton, Alabama; Danny and Joy Findley of Century, Florida; Ricky and Andie McNew of Brewton, Alabama; Larry and Tracy Stewart of Brewton, Alabama; aunts, Tawana Brantley, Yancey and Shaina Langston; uncle, A.J. Graham; cousins, Preston and River Brantley, Dayton and Amye Langston and Colby Graham.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 26, 2019, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Williams Memorial Chapel Funeral Home in Brewton.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 27, 2019, at 2 p.m. at Williams Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Rusty Burnham and Bro. Tommie Quick officiating.
Interment will follow in Pollard Cemetery in Pollard, Alabama.
Williams Memorial Chapel Funeral Home directing.
Clyde R. McCauley
November 24, 2019
Clyde R. McCauley, age 90, passed away Saturday, November 16, 2019. He was born July 27, 1929, in McDavid, FL and lived nearly his entire life in Pensacola. A Korean War vet he was proud of his army duty. He retired from NAS Pensacola 35 years ago. He remained active with fishing and golf until fairly recently. He coached Little League Baseball for many years which resulted in dozens, if not hundreds, of young boys becoming outstanding young men. As one of few living “Brownsville Boys” Clyde developed relationships that lasted decades. His quiet leadership and more importantly his walk with Christ, his Lord and Savior, has left a legacy to friends and family that will live forever.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Jean McCauley of Pensacola; daughters, Jane Bonelli (John) of Pensacola, Joan Miller (Joe) of Cairo, GA and Suzanne Vickrey (Kevin) of Molino; sons, William McCauley (Teri) of Franklin, TN and Randy McCauley (Stephanie) of Molino, FL. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren, 27 great-grands & four great-great-grands.
In everything Clyde did, whether it was working, coaching, fishing, or golf he did so to the best of his ability and with joy and a smile. Known by many names: “Slick, Rock, Popsie & Papa” were among a few. He cared for his family, extended family and friends with unmeasurable love which was returned to him by all. He was a hero in the truest sense of the world.
Services were held Tuesday, November 19, 2019, at Myrtle Grove Baptist Church.
Interment was at Bayview Memorial Park Cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home South is entrusted with the arrangements.