Virginia Ann Glascock Hartley
March 10, 2019
Mrs. Virginia Ann Glascock Hartley, age 71, passed away on Thursday, February 28, 2019, at her home in Bay Minette, Alabama.
Mrs. Hartley was a native and former resident of Marshall, VA and had resided in Bay Minette, AL for most of her life. She was a member of the Vision Ministries Church of God. She is preceded in death by her parents, Howard Glascock and Floy Lee Harville; and two sisters, Bobby Green and Joyce Willenberg.
She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Herman M. Hartley of Bay Minette, AL; four daughters, Tammy (John) Cole of Bay Minette, AL; Kathy (Harold) Wilder of Kimberly, AL, Sherry (Jeremy) Bryars of Bay Minette, AL and Terry (David) Conway of Perdido, AL; nine grandchildren, Samantha Denard, Taylor Cole, Ashton Wilder, Chandler Wilder, Jake Bryars, Haley Bryars, Brian Conway, Chris Conway and Jason Bryars; nine great-grandchildren, Hollis, Marley, Gillian, Gavin, Ashlyn, Bryson, Memphis, Austin and Carter; special aunt, Ann Welch; best friend, Jean Minchew; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 6, 2019, at the Vision Ministries Church of God with Rev. Alan Blackmon officiating.
Burial was at Bryars-McGill Cemetery.
Pallbearers were John Boyette, Jake Bryars, Brian Conway, Chris Conway, Ashton Wilder, Chandler Wilder, Jason Bryars and Harold Wilder.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Joyce Moncrief
March 10, 2019
Joyce Moncrief (Graves) passed from this life into the next on March 1, 2019, at the age of 78 surrounded by loving family. Joyce was born in Brewton, Alabama on September 21, 1940, and resided in Pensacola, Florida for the last 30+ years.
Joyce loved spending time with her family (especially “The Girls” as she referred to her loving sisters) and working in her yard. Joyce had a passion for art and spent much of her spare time in the studio creating beautiful oil paintings and charcoal sketches, which will be cherished by her family for many years to come. She also loved to quilt with her sisters and made many quilts for her children and family.
Joyce is preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Moncrief; brothers, Raymond and Ronnie Graves; sisters, Bama Riddle, Betty Johnson and Caron Quinn.
She is survived by her loving children, Rusty Plenkers (Suzanne), Steve Moncrief (Debbie), Tracy King (Jeff) and Ronda Nelson (Don); along with numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Services were held on Wednesday, March 6, 2019, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North in Cantonment, Florida, with Reverend Sharon Jernigan officiating.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.
Donald Eugene Terry
March 10, 2019
Donald Eugene Terry, born March 14, 1938, passed away unexpectedly Monday morning, February 25, 2019. Donald was born in Mobile, AL and at the age of one week, he and his family moved to Molino, FL where he resided until his death.
He is survived by his adoring wife of nearly 55 years, Lurleyne Lamar Terry. Don is also survived by a sister, Fay Terry Fant and husband John of Mobile; a brother, William A. Terry and wife Debbie Taylor of Molino. He is survived also by many nieces and nephews whom he dearly loved.
Don was preceded in death by his father and mother, Robert E. and Evelyn Ruth Enfinger Terry; a brother, James Terry (Martha); his father- and mother-in-law, James W. Lamar and Dorothy Lamar Leitch. Also preceding him in death were other members of the Terry, Enfinger, Lamar, and Leitch families.
Don was employed at Chemstand/Monsanto from 1956 until his retirement in 1993. Don was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was an admirer of all nature and of all animals. Some of his happiest times were when he was working and training his bird dogs and breaking and training his beloved Tennessee walking horses. He enjoyed competing against other field trailers in both regional and national championships. Don was a member of the Northwest Florida Field Trial Club and participated as a judge, marshal, or scout, at many regional trials. It is estimated that he won or placed in over 200 trials in the area. Two of Don’s proudest moments were when with his champion pointer, Ace, he won the Amateur Regional Championship Stake in Little Rock, AR, IN 1987 and when he won the National Amateur Walking Shooting Championship in 1993 at Coldwater Creek field trial grounds in Munson, FL. It has been said that Don could train a dog or a horse to do most anything except talk. He was known as “A True Southern Gentlemen,” among his fellow field trailers. He leaves behind many special friends including Kevin Seely, Robert Kennedy, and Bob Bonner. Don made an impact on everyone he met through his kind soul, his love of nature and animals, and his genuine respect for his fellow man. His death has left a hole in our hearts.
A Memorial Service will be held Monday, March 11, 2019, at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church, 3200 N. 12th Avenue, Pensacola, FL.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Christopher’s.
Larry G. Talmage
March 10, 2019
Larry G. Talmage, 72 of Walnut Hill, FL passed away Thursday, February 28, 2019, at his residence. He was a heavy equipment operator for many years. He was born on January 11, 1947, in Atmore, AL to the late Henry R. and Alyne Sample Talmage.
He is preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Janet Talmage.
Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Eddie Jo Thomley Talmage of Walnut Hill, FL; one son, Gerald Chris Luker of Cantonment, FL; one daughter, Christy (Allen) Sande of Pensacola, FL; one brother, Bobby (Pat) Talmage of Atmore, AL; two sisters, Patty (Jerry) McVay of Pensacola, FL and Barbara (Keith) Morgan of Christian Home, FL; three grandchildren, Timothy Luker, Samantha Luker, Christian Sande and four great-grandchildren.
Graveside services were held Monday, March 4, 2019, at Walnut Hill Baptist Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Jeremiah Talmage, Calem Talmage, Shannon Peavy, Brian Hall, Ricky Pierce and Gary Bryan.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Willanette Troutman
February 27, 2019
Willanette Troutman, 82 of Atmore, AL, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2019, in Atmore. She was retired from Escambia County Alabama School District as a secretary. She was born in Robinsonville, AL on December 16, 1936, to the late Ollie and Ruby Higdon Moye. She was a member of Robinsonville Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John Malcolm “Mickey” Troutman; brother, Claude Moye; and sister, Earlene Helton.
Survivors include two daughters, Debra (Danny) Ward of Bratt, FL and Sandra (Gary) Marshall of Texas; two sisters, Gladys Stanton of Robinsonville, AL and Gertrude Smith of Atmore, AL; two grandchildren, Danielle Ward and Mickey J. Marshall; three great-grandchildren, Noah J. Marshall, Tyler Ward and Ava Montmayor.
Services were held Friday, February 22, 2019, from Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Phil Johnson officiating.
Interment was in Robinsonville Baptist Church Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Roger Helton, Charles Stanton, Terry Troutman, Randy Smith, Justin Beasley, and Robin Swift.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home, Inc is in charge of all arrangements.
Cleveland Franklin Boatwright
February 27, 2019
Mr. Cleveland Franklin Boatwright, age 78, passed away on Tuesday, February 19, 2019, at his home in Atmore, Alabama.
Mr. Boatwright was a native and former resident of Georgiana, AL and had resided in Atmore, AL for the past 43 years. He was a retired carpenter with 60 years of experience and was of the Church of Christ faith.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Lillie Boatwright; wife of 49 years, Lillie Mae Boatwright; two brothers, Melton Boatwright and Vernon Boatwright; and three sisters, Nellie Wiggins, Willie Faye Eady and Annie Mae Eady.
He is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Theresa Boatwright of Canoe, AL; two daughters, Lechia Boatwright of Flomaton, AL and Cyndi Merritt of Bay Minette, AL; one sister, Elaine and Randy Sexton of Greenville, AL; two grandsons, Steven Flowers and Christopher Boatwright; three granddaughters, Amanda Jay, Nikki Merritt and Tierani Perry; and 10 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Sunday, February 24, 2019, at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Bro. Malcolm Harrelson officiating.
Burial was at the Bowman Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Dudley Flowers, Ricky Harrelson, Roger Jay, Jimmy Boutwell, Waylon Bryers, Dewayne Young and Mikey Harrelson.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Gary Jay Green
February 27, 2019
Mr. Gary Jay Green, age 62, passed away Thursday, February 21, 2019, in Pensacola, Florida.
Mr. Green was a native of Brewton, AL, was raised in Jay, FL and had resided in Bratt, FL for most of his life. He was a drummer with local groups, such as Drivin Wheel and Dream Catcher.
He is survived by one brother, Greg (Pam Long) of Bratt, FL; three nephews, Todd Green, Blake Green, Robert Green; and one niece, Blaze Rolin.
Graveside services will be held Friday, March 1, 2019, at 2 p.m. at the Godwin Cemetery.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
James Lavon Roley
February 27, 2019
James Lavon Roley, 78 of Atmore, AL, passed away February 17, 2019, at his home in Atmore. He was born in Atmore on August 11, 1940, to the late Samuel and Bessie Godwin Roley. James attended Ernest Ward High School and later served in the Army National Guard. He attended Atmore First Assembly of God Church. He owned and operated James Roley Construction Company for over 40 years. James had a true love for his family and friends and never failed to tell you or show you. All the little ones knew when they saw him, he would give them “head sugar” kisses.
He loved to hunt, fish, ride his golf cart around the neighborhood to visit with friends and enjoyed taking them for a ride. He enjoyed spending time at his hunting camp in Vredenburgh, AL. James was also known for giving endearing nicknames to everyone.
He was preceded in death by his parents, eight brothers and sisters.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, JoAnn Morgan Roley; his children, Debra (Clark) Tims of Robertsdale, AL; Patsy (J. Paul) Pepin of Tampa, FL; Michael (Katie) Roley of Atmore, AL; stepchildren, Cheryl (Tony) Datuin of Florence, AL, Johnny (Mona) Jones of Holliday, Texas, Ricky (Lisa) Jones of Century, FL, and Dina Jones of Byrneville, FL; 15 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held Thursday, February 21, 2019, at Atmore First Assembly of God Church with Bro. Keith Lisenby officiating.
Burial was at Godwin Cemetery in Bratt.
Pallbearers were Bobby Freeman, Shannon Lambeth, Carl Ward, David Davis, Bret Wallace and Mark McCall.
Honorary pallbearers were James Womack, Raymond Jerkins, Eddie Baker, Blake Harris and Tony Thompson.
Arrangements are provided by Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
James Grout Van Pelt
February 27, 2019
Mr. James Grout Van Pelt, (known to his friends as Bama Jim) age 87, of Walnut Hill, Florida, passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2019, at Atmore Community Hospital. Mr. Van Pelt was born in Pampa, Texas, October 1, 1931.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James Lester and Geraldine Van Pelt; his brother, George Thomas Van Pelt; and grandsons, Russell William Stewart and James Robert Stewart.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Doris Cunningham Van Pelt and his children; son, Mike Van Pelt (Ginny); daughters, Gerri Van Pelt McDonald, Beth Drew (Steve), Janie Carpenter (Jimmy), and Julie Brantley (Jerry); grandchildren, Sandi Drew Sims (Travis), Ryan Stewart, Nicholas Drew (Jocelyn), Kyle Carpenter (Maria), Keri Carpenter, Bradley Lowery, Kristen Carpenter, Michael Lowery, Melanie McDonald, and Jessica Lowery Bishop (Matthew); great-grandchildren, Drew Sims, Asher Sims and Eleanor Drew.
The family moved to Pensacola in the 1930’s. Jim graduated from Pensacola High School, attended Marion Institute, and graduated from the University of Alabama before serving as an officer in the Army as a pilot. After his service he moved back to run the family dairy in Walnut Hill, Florida.
Jim was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Atmore for over 60 years, where he served in many capacities. He served on the boards of the Walnut Hill Grain Elevator and the Davisville Water System.
Active pallbearers were Ryan Stewart, Kyle Carpenter, Nicholas Drew, Bradley Lowery, Michael Lowery, and Travis Sims.
Honorary pallbearers were Clint Smith, Buck Powell, Jim Staff, Jim Spears, Pee Wee Powell, Tim Dortch, Lamar Godwin, Brett Ward and Heath Ward.
A celebration of Jim’s life was held February 19, 2019, at First United Methodist Church in Atmore. The Reverend Dr. Debora Bishop and Reverend Brennan Peacock officiated the service.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Those who so desire may make memorial donations in memory of “Bama Jim” to First United Methodist Church, Atmore, More Than Bricks Fund, 311 S. Pensacola Ave. Atmore, Alabama 36502.
John Kevin Bethea
February 18, 2019
John Kevin Bethea of Molino, Florida passed away on Friday, February 15, 2019. Kevin was born in Pensacola, Florida on May 16, 1973. He was a graduate of Ernest Ward High School in Walnut Hill, Florida, and went on to become a skilled mechanic and married the love of his life, Cristy.
Kevin was a passionate lover of country music, a tinkerer who could repair anything, and a best friend to countless among us. Kevin never met a stranger and enjoyed life to its fullest while caring most for his family and friends.
Our beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, nephew, cousin, and uncle Kevin is survived by his wife Cristy; sons, Brandon Jernigan and Dylan Bethea of Molino; grandson, Brayden; parents, John and Evelyn Bethea of Bay Springs; grandmother, Juanita O’Connor of Molino; brother, Bryan Bethea of Chicago; and sister, Summer Stuckey of Byrneville. Kevin is also survived by loving in-laws, nieces, cousins, family members, and a host of long-time friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, John C. Bethea, Dorothy (Walker) Bethea, Evelyn (Parker) Kovach, and Alfred O’Connor.
A memorial service and celebration of life will be held for Kevin on Tuesday, February 19, 2019, at the Bay Springs Full Gospel Church. The memorial will begin at 4 p.m.