Brenda Murl Salter
March 29, 2019
Mrs. Brenda Murl Salter, age 65, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2019, at her home in Flomaton, Alabama.
Mrs. Salter was a native of Brewton, AL and had resided in Flomaton, AL for most of her life. She was a loving mother and grandmother, caring and loving to all. She was an avid fisherman and was a member of the McCullough Christian Center. She is preceded in death by her parents, Tommie and Seney Shivers and sister, Lorie Matlock.
She is survived by her two sons, William J. (Megan) Salter, III of Pensacola, FL and Matthew A. Salter of Flomaton, AL; and three grandchildren, Madison, Garrett and Caitlyn.
Memorial services will be held Sunday, March 31, 2019, at 5 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Bro. Tommy Smith officiating.
Visitation will be held Sunday, March 31, 2019 from 4 p.m. until memorial service time at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Paula Vardeman
March 29, 2019
Paula “KieAnn” Vardeman a native of Pensacola, Florida passed away on March 26, 2019, at the age of 69.
KieAnn was born on September 17, 1949 to the late Sam Huggins and Grace Ward Huggins. For most of KieAnn’s life she did what she loved and that was waitressing. She loved being around people and taking with them. She also loved that she had learned just enough technology to become a member on FB. Reuniting with old friends and family gave her great joy. But KieAnn’s favorite hobby was being “DanDan” to her great grandbabies and nothing could put a smile on her face bigger than watching and cheering them on at any sports or school activity.
She was preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Travis Griner; and son-in-law, Rin Jones.
KieAnn is survived by her sweetheart of 40 years, Gene Vardeman; daughters, Sonja (TJ) Davidson and Kendra (Jimmy) Jones; sons, Gene (Dawn) Vardeman, Jr. and Winston (Julie) Vardeman; sister, Marsell (Jacky) Parker; eight grandchildren, Samantha Luker, Christopher Jones, Thaddeus Jones, Sebastian Jones, Dylan Griner, Levi Vardeman, Logan Vardeman, and Deslynn Davidson; seven great-grandchildren, Kayson, Payton, Ava, Eli, Kael, Kallan, and Kota; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 30, 2019, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Rev. Ronnie Carnley officiating.
Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery in Bratt, Florida.
The family will receive friends at 10 a.m. prior to services.
Pallbearers will be Jackson Smith, Dillion Vardenman, Thaddeus Jones, Christopher Jones, Mike Cooley, and Sebastian Jones.
Dan Rudd, Lane Shiver, David Huggins, David Vardeman, and her great-grandchildren will act as honorary pallbearers.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
James Benjamin “JB” Bethea
March 25, 2019
Mr. James Benjamin “JB” Bethea, age 70, passed away Sunday, March 24, 2019 in Atmore, Alabama.
Mr. Bethea was a native of Knoxville, TN and had resided in Atmore, AL for most of his life. He was an avid trucker and racing fan, loved his family and was of the Baptist Faith. He is preceded in death by his parents, J.W. and Delta Bethea.
He is survived by his fiancée, Melanie Adams of Atmore, AL; two sons, James (Wendy) Bethea of Rockwell, NC and Jason Hicks of Mobile, AL; two daughters, Tammy (Jamie) Porter of Southport, NC and Jennifer Bethea of Bridgeport, AL; two brothers, Dewey Bethea of Atmore, AL and Thomas (Sue) Bethea of Ruskin, FL; one sister, Eunice Sutter of Pace, FL; nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 28, 2019 at 2:00 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Bro. Randall Short officiating.
Burial will follow at the Canoe Methodist Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, March 28, 2019 from 1:00 PM until service time at 2:00 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Jason Macks, James Allen Bethea, Bryan Covington, Kenny Higdon, Michael Adams and Jimmy Johnson.
Judith Sheridan Pearcey
March 25, 2019
Judith Sheridan Pearcey a long time resident of Pensacola, Florida passed away, Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at the age of 77.
She was born May 25, 1941 in Greenville, Alabama to the late Edward J. Lowe, Sr. and Marie Reynolds Lowe.
Mrs. Pearcey is survived by her two sons, Keith Pearcey and Robert B. Pearcey; daughter, Lisa Nolder; three grandchildren, Lauren Pearcey, Brittnee Rodriquez and Matthew Nolder; and three great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 24, 2019 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North to celebrate the life of Mrs. Pearcey.
Dorothy “Dot” Breazeale Garrison
March 25, 2019
Dorothy “Dot” Breazeale Garrison, 89, of Gonzalez, Florida passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2019.
Ms. Garrison worked for the Escambia County School District as a Dietician working as a Food Service Manager in several schools. She was a member of Olive Baptist where she taught 6-year-old Sunday school, Training Union, Girls Auxiliary, and sang in the choir. While working at Tate High School she was a band sponsor and a member of the Tate Quarterback Club.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Paul Edward Garrison, Sr.; son, Paul Edward Garrison, Jr.; infant daughter, Teresa Marlene Garrison; her parents, William Guy, and Hattie McAlister Breazeale.
Ms. Garrison was predeceased by three sisters and five brothers.
She is survived by son, William Thomas Garrison of Hendersonville, Tennessee; grandsons, Eddie (Katie) and Thommy (Stephanie); granddaughter, Tara (Chris); 2 great-grandchildren (Hays and Emia); sister, Guynell Smith of Greenville, South Carolina; and 2 brothers, Carl E. Breazeale (Francis) of Fountain Inn, South Carolina and James W. Breazeale (Betty) of Easley, South Carolina.
Graveside Services will be held at 12 Noon Thursday, March 28, 2019, in Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Greenville, South Carolina. Scott Poynter to officiate service. The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made to Alzheimer’s Research (https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/research_progress) or Regency Hospice, 50 Beverly Pkwy Ste 200, Pensacola, FL 32505.
Harding George Fillmore, Jr.
March 19, 2019
Harding George Fillmore, Jr., 65 of Atmore, AL, passed away Monday, March 18, 2019, in Mobile, AL. He was retired tow boat captain for many years with Inland Marine. he was born in Baton Rouge, LA, on July 7, 1953, to the late Harding George and Connie Tennant Fillmore, Sr.
He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Carney Fillmore.
Survivors are his wife, of 42½ years, Paula Halford Fillmore of Atmore, AL; two sons Harding George “Cody” Fillmore III of Atmore, AL, and Heath (Shane) Fillmore of Bratt, FL; two daughters Heather Fillmore of Atmore, AL, and Hayley (Adam) Dortch of Bratt, FL; borther Alfred “Buddy” Wolfe of Atmore, AL; two sisters Karen Mincher of Covington, LA, Edna (Buddy) Tolbert of Huxford, AL; seven grandchildren, Darren, Brooke, Sydney, Ali, Trey, Peighton and Carsyn and seven great-grandchildren.
Services will be Thursday March 21, 2019, at 3 p.m. from Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Doug Odom officiating. Interment will follow in Pine Barren Baptist Cemetery. Active pallbearers are Cody Fillmore, Heath Fillmore, Adam Dortch, Darren McGhee, Trey McGhee, and Michael Purvis. Honorary pallbearers areTyler Respress, Josh Lott, Marshell Rolin, Jimmy Brunson, Joey Huggins Ricky Hill, Reuben Thompson and Larry Barnes.
Family will receive friends, Thursday March 21, 2019, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home, from 1:30 p.m. until service time at 3 p.m.
Dorothy Ward Bell
March 19, 2019
Dorothy Ward Bell, 91 of Atmore, Al passed away Monday March 18, 2019 in Century. She was a Homemaker, born in Harlingen, TX on April 28, 1927 to the late Otis Merritt and Lizzie Petty Ward. She was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by Her Parents, Step-Mother, Nellie B. Ward, Husband, Lewis Dewitt Bell,Sr. Son, Lewis Dewitt Bell,Jr Brother, Ray Ward, Sister Carmeleita Baldwin McDavid.
Survivors are: Two Sons: James (Marsha) Bell of Atmore, AL Craig (Regina) Bell of Eupora, MS One Daughter: Cathy (Ricky) Weaver of Atmore, AL. Eight Grandchildren, Six Great-Grandchildren and One Great-Great-Grandchild.
Graveside services will be Wednesday March 20, 2019 at 1PM from Oak Hill Cemetery with Rev. Joseph Simpson officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery. Active Pallbearers are, James Bell, Craig Bell, Ricky Weaver, Brian Bell, Matthew Bell and Christopher Bell.
Family will receive friends, Wednesday March 20, 2019 at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home from 11:30AM to 12:30PM.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Gideons International.
Dorothy Juliana Haupert McDonald
March 19, 2019
Dorothy Juliana Haupert McDonald, 84, of Cantonment, Florida passed away peacefully on March 18, 2019 surrounded by her family. Born December 8, 1934, she is preceded in death by her two infant sons; her parents, George and Magdalena May Haupert; one sister, Gert Castleberry; one brother, Jerry Haupert; and one great-grandson, Kolby Sconiers.
Dorothy is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, John Herman McDonald; two sisters, Mildred Schwartz and Catherine Goff; one brother, George Haupert, Jr.; one son, Franklin (Martha) McDonald; three daughters, Jeannie (James) Murphy, Tammy (Allen) Register, and Sheryl McDonald. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren.
Dorothy was immensely proud of her family, and leaves behind nothing but beautiful memories. She attended church for several years at Cottage Hill Assembly of God. Her favorite song to sing was “I’ll Fly Away”.
She worked for the Escambia County School Board for approximately 15 years driving Bus #93B. After retiring, she stayed home taking care of her husband and family. She loved growing flowers and spent numerous hours a day in her flower house. She also loved watching birds, collecting birdhouses, crocheting, making magnets, and collecting salt and pepper shakers form all over the world. She especially enjoyed sunning by the pool.
A special thanks to Emerald Coast Hospice and Nursespring/Sunshine Caregivers who helped to take care of Dorothy over the past few years with her struggle with Alzheimer’s and Dementia.
Please join us in celebrating her life. Family and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Friday, March 22, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. with funeral services beginning at 12:00 p.m. Pastor Larry Murphy will be officiating and Dan Kirkland with be singing.
Burial will take place immediately following services in Pensacola Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Pensacola, Florida.
Pallbearers include Jason Asaro, Darryl Crooke, Bubba Register, Aaron Crooke, Caleb Murphy, Thomas Crooke, and Joshua Hoffman.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 Hwy. 29 South, Cantonment, FL entrusted with arrangements.
Paul B. Akins
March 18, 2019
Paul B. Akins, 80 of Atmore, AL, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2019, in Century, FL. He was a local football coach and teacher. He was born in Booneville, AL, on March 13, 1939, to the late Harry and Annie Clyde Still Akins. He was a member of Booneville Baptist Church, a Mason and a member of Huxford Lodge.
He is preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Jack Akins, Leon Akins and Mary Zelm.
Survivors include one daughter, Leighannah Akins of Toledo, Ohio; two brothers, Bruce Akins of Booneville, AL and Clarence (Bobbie) Akins of Robertsdale, AL; and one sister, Peggy Helton of Milton, FL.
Services will be held Thursday, March 21, 2019, at 11 a.m. from Booneville Baptist Church with Bro. Jesse Wood and Bro. David Atchison officiating.
Interment will follow in Booneville Baptist Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Harry Akins, Mickey Akins, Andy Akins, Medor Akins, John Akins, Joe Helton, Tim Akins, and Daniel Akins.
Family will receive friends, Thursday, March 21, 2019, at Booneville Baptist Church from 10 a.m. until service time.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Byron Delbert Tims
March 18, 2019
Byron Delbert Tims, 91 of Walnut Hill, FL passed away Saturday, February 23, 2019, in Atmore, AL. He had worked in retail sales for Fred’s Department Store. He was born on August 28, 1927, in Riderwood, AL to the late Odie Mancel and Rilla Ruller Tims. He served in the U.S.Army.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Vernell Kimbro Tims; grandson, Randall Helton and sister, Almogene Culpepper.
Survivors include two sons, Dale Tims of Virginia Beach, VA and Clark (Debra) Tims of Robertsdale, AL; one daughter, Michelle Helton of Oak Grove, FL; seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 23, 2019, at 11 a.m. from Oak Grove Baptist Church with Bro. Butch Brown officiating.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.