Mary L. Rink
January 7, 2019
Mary L. Rink resident of Molino, FL passed away on Thursday, January 3, 2019 at the age of 74. She was born February 28, 1944 in Foley, Alabama to the late Douglas Lay Smith and Agnes Lee Jessie Merritt.
Mary worked in retail at Tandy Leather Co., J.C. Penney, and Linens -N- Things. She enjoyed bowling and bingo with her friends through the years. After her health limited her, she took up scrapbooking.
Mary very much enjoyed shopping and coffee dates with her daughters and her sister, Patsy.
Family gatherings always brought her great joy.
Mary and John were together for over 40 years. They cared for each other deeply.
She is preceded in death by her daughter, Agnes Killen; her parents; brothers, Nolan Jones, William Smith, Thomas Smith, and Steven Merritt; and her sister, Lynda Faye Marrow.
Mary is survived by her husband, John Rink; daughter, Debbie Smith; sister, Patsy Pennington; brothers, Johnny Smith and Tom Jones; 5 grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, January 7, 2019, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Burial will follow in Highland Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at noon, prior to services.
David McCaskill Jr.
January 6, 2019
David McCaskill Jr., age 58, of Cantonment, FL. went home to be with the Lord Thursday, January 3, 2019.
David was an athlete and graduate of Tate High School and took an early retirement from Solutia to pursue a career in Real Estate. Later in life he worked for the Escambia County School District. David enjoyed hunting, fishing, farming, and anything outdoors. He was an avid Auburn fan and loved watching baseball. He coached his children in various sports throughout their childhoods. David was a member of Highland Baptist Church. He enjoyed listening to Christian music and watching Westerns and Civil War films on Television. His greatest joys in life were traveling and spending time with his family.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Dade and Ina Morrow McCaskill and G.V. and Emmer Seay Borders; as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
David was survived by his wife of 35 years, Kristine Scott McCaskill; his children, Stephanie (Ahmed) McCaskill Elgamasy and Steven McCaskill; his parents David and Joan Borders McCaskill, Sr. ; and many other loved family members.
Pallbearers will be Ronnie Berry, Matthew Berry, JJ Travis, John Smith, Trent Tipton, Josh Webb, Andrew Manning and Danny Houston.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 6, 2019 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Pastor Andy Scott and Pastor Brian Calhoun officiating. Interment will follow in Cottage Hill Community Cemetery.
Family will receive friends at 1:00 p.m. prior to services.
Taylor James Kropenick
January 4, 2019
Taylor James Kropenick unexpectedly passed away at home in Pensacola, FL. He was born in Fort Walton Beach, FL on June 14, 1990.
Taylor is survived by his parents, Jay Kropenick and Lisa Blackmon Kropenick; his brother, Parker Kropenick; his grandmother, Becky Blackmon; and many aunts, uncles, cousins as well as his many friends.
Taylor graduated from Choctawhatchee High School in Fort Walton Beach, FL and attended Northwest Florida State College. Taylor worked in the A/V industry and during the last months of his life he was involved in the reconstruction efforts of Panama City and the surrounding areas following Hurricane Michael.
Taylor packed many passions into his time with us and excelled at all. He inherited his interest in firearms and the L.A. Rams football team from his father and his deep sense of compassion for others from his mother. He shared a passion for animals and all things fast with his brother. Taylor made friends easily and always considered himself fortunate when he was able to lend a hand or comfort others.
Arrangements are being made through Faith Chapel Funeral Home where the family will have a private service.
In lieu of floral contributions, the family requests donations to your favorite charity in honor of Taylor.
Mary Lou Smith Rink
January 4, 2019
Mary Lou Smith Rink passed away Thursday, January 3, 2019, in Pensacola.
Public visitation is from 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. with funeral services immediately following.
Services will be conducted by Faith Chapel North.
Nelson LaRue Shively
January 3, 2019
Nelson LaRue Shively, age 90, passed away at home on Monday, Dec. 31, 2018.
He was born in 1928 in Milton to the late Chester and Irene Shively.
At age 18, he joined the Air Force and served proudly for 26 years. He was an alumnus of Florida State University (FSU) and the University of Southern California (USC) where he received his master’s degree in aerospace management.
He and his wife, the late Bernita Deloris (Covan) Shively, a retired Fisher Brown Insurance agent, settled in 1972 in Pensacola, Fla. following his Air Force service. He continued working as a federal employee at Corry and Saufley fields.
Active in church, he taught Adult Sunday School classes at Myrtle Grove UMC and First UMC. In 1991 he retired from government service and enjoyed traveling globally with his wife but especially spending time at his favorite destination, Canada, to engage in his favorite sport, fishing.
Nelson is preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Irene Shively, of Milton; brother Robert Shriner, of Milton; and his beautiful “Angel” of 64 years, Bernita Deloris.
Those left to cherish his legacy are his brother and sister-in-law, Wayne and Sue Shively of Milton; daughters, Dr. Storne Shively of Pensacola, Fla., and Dr. Sondra Singleton of Anniston, Ala.; nephews Steve Kenney of Mountain Home, Ark. and Terry Kenney of San Diego, Calif. Grandchildren include Sterling Singleton of Paris, France and Sonnet Singleton of Miramar Beach, Fla.
A visitation will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Oak Lawn Funeral Home. The service will begin at 11. Reception will immediately follow the service. Nelson will be laid to rest at 2 p.m. in the Bryneville UMC cemetery in Century, Fla.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking donations be made to Byrneville Methodist Church, 1351 Byrneville Road, Century, FL 32535.
Special thanks and gratitude are offered to Covenant Hospice, especially to Barbara L., Terri H., Lisa, Amanda, and Robin for their selfless devotion and tender care.
Dalton Orie Morgan
December 31, 2018
Mr. Dalton Orie Morgan, age 84, passed away Thursday, December 27, 2018, in Pensacola, Florida.
Mr. Morgan was a native of Baldwin County, AL and had resided most of his life in McDavid, Florida. He was a farmer raising cattle until his death; a member of the Florida Cattleman’s Association and was of the Baptist Faith. He is preceded in death by his parents, Albert Orie and Maggie Maude Morgan; son, Ricky Morgan; daughter, Gwen Morgan Carter; grandson, Josh Eubanks; three brothers and four sisters.
He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Carolyn E. Morgan of McDavid, FL; two sons, Keith (Barbara) Morgan of McDavid, FL and Rodney (Charlotte) Morgan of Daleville, AL; two daughters, Debbie Morgan Smith of Gulf Shores, AL and Sharon Morgan Robbins of Pensacola, FL; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services were held Sunday, December 30, 2018 at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Bro. Ernie Calhoun officiating.
Burial was at Godwin Cemetery.
Pallbearers were John Hardin, Pat McCauley, Len Palmer, Larry Gibson, Mike Gibson and Alan Lowery.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Harold Stewart
December 30, 2018
Harold Stewart, age 67 of Chipley, went home to be with the Lord on December 30, 2018 at Washington Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
Harold was born on September 19, 1951 in Pensacola, Florida to Elbert Stewart Sr. and Zena Hadley Stewart. He worked for International Paper Mill as a Warehouse Heavy Equipment Operator and was a church member of Farm Hill Baptist Church in Cantonment, Florida.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his loving wife, Ginny Stewart of Chipley, Florida; three sons: Joe Stewart of Chipley, Florida, Elbert Stewart of Panama City, Florida, Canniff Stewart and wife Jamie of Chipley, Florida; one daughter: April Stewart of Grand Ridge, Florida; brother: Elbert Stewart of Bay Minette, Alabama; sister: Gay Buck of Perdido, Alabama; grandchildren: Hayden Stewart and Hadley Stewart.
Funeral service will be held 2P.M. Friday, January 4, 2018 at Obert Funeral Home in Chipley, Florida with Rev. Tom Birka officiating. Interment will follow in Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery. Obert Funeral Home of Chipley, Florida directing.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Obert Funeral Home.
Donald E. Korn
December 28, 2018
Donald E. Korn, 88, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away Sunday, December 23, 2018. He served in the US Navy (1947–1949) and the USAF (1949–1956). He was a veteran of the Korean War.
Don was born in Stanley, Wisconsin, in 1930. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin, and his Master’s in Mathematics and Physics from the University of Missouri. He was a math teacher in Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, and then at Tate High School for 23 years and retired in 1992.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Marguerite Korn; brother, Bob Korn; and sister, Dolly Korn.
He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Helen Korn; children, Sherry (Gary) Barnes, Constance Korn, Ken (Micki) Korn, David (Terri) Korn, Teresa Graham and Bob (Karen) Korn; 16 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.
Visitation is Wednesday, January 2, 2019, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North beginning at 1 p.m. with a memorial service to follow at 1:30 p.m.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.
Forrest Junior Carnley
December 26, 2018
Forrest Junior Carnley, age 90, went to be with the Lord on December 23, 2018 in Pensacola, Florida which also would have been his 68th Wedding Anniversary to our Mother Linnie Earl Carnley. He was born October 09, 1928 to Ira and Mattie Clyde (Harrison) Carnley.
He lived most of his life in Molino, Florida. Dad was the rock in our family. He was the best husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and uncle. He was exceptionally hardworking and devoted his life to his family.
He retired from St. Regis / Champion after more than 50 years of service. He helped start the Molino Volunteer Fire Department and was a member for many years. He was very proud that his daughter and grandson followed in his footsteps. He enjoyed planting his garden every year to can and give to neighbors and he especially loved to go fishing. He had a fish pond put in and absolutely enjoyed it with his grandson, daughter in-law and great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife Linnie Earl Carnley; brothers, Marvin Carnley, Carrell Carnley, Ivey Nick Carnley and sisters, Lucille Tedder, Margaret Allen and Corine Beaty.
He is survived by his daughters, Shirley Mitchell and Janice Carnley; his grandson and the apple of his eye Chris Mitchell his wife April and great grandchildren, Dezerai Duke, Mailyn Duke, Eli Mitchell and Makaila Mitchell, a very special sister Essie Kirkland and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday December 28, 2018 at Faith Chapel North Funeral Home with Rev. Gene Hudson officiating services. Visitation for the family starts at 10:30. The family will receive friends at 11:00 with the funeral beginning at 12:00. Burial will follow at Ebenezer Assembly of God Church Cemetery in Jay, Florida.
Active pallbearers will be Chris Mitchell, Bill Eddins, Robert Mitchell, Michael Rowell, Fred Bergeron, Willie Mack, Marvin Lucas and Steve Ridgeway.
Honorary pallbearers are Margie Mauer, Willie and Kristi Little, JoAnn Hope and Winston Cook.
The family would like to give a special thank you to The Haven of Our Lady of Peace for the wonderful care provided to our father.
Sue M. Lowman
December 26, 2018
Sue M. Lowman was reunited with her true love on December 25, 2018. She was born on July 22, 1946 in Pensacola, Florida to the late Wilson B. Merritt and Lucile Bryars Merritt.
Sue started out as a teacher’s assistant in the Escambia County School System. She enjoyed her time so much that she returned to school and received her Master’s Degree becoming a teacher herself teaching for many years in the public school system.
Sue was a beloved wife, mother, nana, sister, aunt, teacher, and friend with a beautiful soul. She will be missed my many.
Sue is preceded in death by her husband, Jim Lowman; parents; and brother, Billy Merritt.
She leaves behind to cherish her memories her children, Richard (Angela) Lowman, Lesley (Steve) O’Ferrell, Jamie (Stephen) Lowman, and Jennifer (Tony) Medina; grandchildren, Carly (Isaac) Morrison, Luke Infinger, Abbie Infinger, E.L. Bryant, Jay Lowman, Gavan Talpas, Jacob Lowman, and Molly Lowman; sister, Ellen (James) Atchinson; aunt, Oneida Marquis; and numerous, nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family.
A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on December 29, 2018 at Whitmire Cemetery, Whitmire Drive, Pensacola, Florida.
Pallbearers will be Buddy Infinger, Steve O’Ferrell, Luke Infinger, Roger Grice, Gavan Talpas, Isaac Morrison, and E.L. Bryant. Stephen Perry will serve as honorary pallbearer.