John Jimmy ‘Pops’ Roley, Sr.
November 18, 2023
John Jimmy “Pops” Roley, Sr., age 74, of Bratt, FL passed away on November 15, 2023. He was born on March 5, 1949 in Bratt, FL to Joe and Anna Mae Ledkins Roley. He retired from the Utility Services of Gulf Breeze and enjoyed spending his time working on his farm. He also was a Shriner. He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mickey Diane Nichols Roley and his siblings, Joe Roley, Jr., Donald Roley and Helen Flirt.
He is survived by his sons, John (Charlotte) Roley of Bratt, FL and Kenneth (Sherry) Roley of Davisville, FL; his brother, David (Pam) Roley of Bratt, FL; his sisters, Ann (Roy) Lowery of Bratt, FL and Mary Gordon of Jacksonville, FL; his grandchildren, Tyler (Allison) Roley and Savannah Roley; two step grandchildren, Sara Rolin and Alyssa Barber and his great grandchild, Elijah Roley.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Tyler Roley officiating. Interment will follow in Godwin Cemetery in Bratt, FL.
Active pallbearers will be Craig Lowery, Donald Roley, Bo McGhee, Jordan Lee, Wayne Gunn and Tom Koehler.
Honorary pallbearers will be Joe Roley, III, Gary Roley, Bill Lee and Carly Edwards.
Visitation will be held Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. until service time at 10:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, AL.
Mildred Hadley Drew
November 18, 2023
It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of my life partner and the love of my life.
Mildred Hadley Drew, age 85, of Pensacola, FL passed away on November 13th, 2023, at 5:35 pm, peacefully at home. She was born on March 25, 1938, in McCullough, AL to Robert Lee Hadley and Adelia Weaver Hadley. Mildred was a member of Innerarity Point Baptist church. She worked at Monsanto and retired from there at age 55.
Mildred met the love of her life, Wilburn Cleo Drew, at a square dance in Atmore. She danced her way into his heart and they enjoyed 67 wonderful years of happiness together. She took pride in her children and grandson.
Mildred enjoyed life and loved her family with all her heart. She never met a stranger and was quick to offer a kind word, a compliment, or encouragement. She was extremely generous and warm-hearted and had a nickname for everyone she met. She loved to sing, and play the piano, and knew more about pop music than most teenagers.
Mildred was preceded in death by her parents, her sons, Byron Keith Drew and Michael Cleo Drew, her brothers, Robert and Roger Hadley, and sisters Helen Boone, and Betty Allison.
She is survived by her husband, Wilburn Cleo Drew, her son Barry Kirk Drew (Kymberley) and daughter Tonia Anderson (Rex) her grandson Barry Kirk Drew Jr. (Jessica), and great-grandchildren Easton and Havanah Drew. Her brother Rex Hadley, sisters Syble Montgomery, Pat De Armond, and Peggy McGhee.
Graveside services will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at 2:00 PM at Lottie New Home Cemetery in Lottie Alabama with Dr. Joe McClellan officiating.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home South, 100 Beverly Parkway, Pensacola, Florida is entrusted with arrangements. You may express condolences online at www.fcfhs.com.
Kathryn Eddins Rowell
November 18, 2023
Kathryn Eddins Rowell was born on May 31, 1929 to Lloyd and Rosa Lee Eddins. She passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. She graduated from beauty school and worked as a beautician for more than thirty years. A lifetime of stories and memories were shared among friends in her beauty shop. Many clients continued coming weekly to her small home salon built for her “retirement”.
When she wasn’t in her salon, she was outside enjoying her beautiful flowers and creating floral arrangements. She had a knack for creating beautiful crafts and enjoyed sharing them with others. In her free time, she enjoyed bargain shopping, especially in thrift stores to find treasures. On Saturdays, she hit the brakes for a good yard sale. When it comes to bargains, her motto was “if I can’t use it, someone I know will”.
She loved helping others in need, whether she shared the bargains she found, planning or cooking meals, visiting someone who was sick. Possibly her greatest adventure started when she was promoted from mother to grandmother. She was affectionally called “Mema” not just by her grandkids, but by most everyone that knew her.
Being a child at heart, she enjoyed spending time with all her grandchildren. She had a fun-loving spirit! Trips with Mema were always an adventure. From basketball and volleyball, road trips, to fishing in the sketchiest lakes and ponds. You may not come home with a trophy or great catch for dinner, but you would have a “whopper” of a story to tell.
Kathryn is preceded in death by her parents; infant son, Terry Trent; daughter, Kyra Archer Smith; daughter-in-law, Deborah Archer; sisters, Lorine DeVore (Ralph) and Janette Burgett (Melvin); and sister-in-law, Barbara Eddins.
Visitation services for Kathryn Eddins Rowell will begin at 9:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North (1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, FL 32533). Funeral services will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Ryan Trawick officiating.
She is survived by her husband of forty-one years, Arthur Rowell; brother, Everett Eddins; sons, Larry King (Mary Jane), Frankie Archer; daughter, Kathy Wilson (Charles); grandchildren, Keith King (Kallie), Kimberly King, Kaye Gulsby (Bubba), Greg Wilson, Brad Wilson (Nicole), Alton Wilson (Angela), Kerry Clarke (Adam), Kristin Arnold (Doug), Michael Archer, and Johnny Ray Heathcock; twenty-two great grandchildren; nine great-great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements. You may express condolences online at www.fcfhs.com.
Jordayn Leigh Rice
November 16, 2023
Ms. , age 28, passed away, Sunday, November 12, 2023 in Pensacola, FL. She was born March 31, 1995, in Merdian, MS.
Ms. Rice enjoyed spending time with her mother and children. She also enjoyed going to the beach.
She is preceded in death by her father, Dr. Thomas Rice.
She is survived by her mother, Karen Daw Godwin, of Pensacola, FL; two daughters, Khloie Godwin, of Pensacola, FL; Kaylee Godwin, of Pensacola, FL; one brother, Alex Rice, of Perdido, AL; fiancé, Zack Isbell, of Mobile, AL; nieces and nephews, Remington Rice, Naomi Rice, Kamdyn Thomas, Traylon Paul, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services will be held, Sunday, November 19, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC. with Rev. Bill Stuckey officiating.
Burial will follow at Sardis Cemetery.
Visitation will be held, Sunday, November 19, 2023, from 1:00 PM until service time at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Alex Rice, Zack Isbell, Sean Hadley, Tee Rodgers, JT Dunson, and Tommy Dunson.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC. Atmore, Alabama is in charge of all arrangements.
Patricia Ann Garrett,
November 14, 2023
Mrs. Patricia Ann Garrett, age 80, passed away, Monday, November 13, 2023, in Atmore AL. A native of Bury St. Edmonds, England and a resident of Atmore the last 60 years. She was a sitter for many years.
Mrs. Garrett enjoyed traveling with her family and baby sitting her grandchildren. She enjoyed sitting around reading, knitting, crocheting and watching soap operas. She got a lot of enjoyment out of doing arts, crafts and along with pottery.
Mrs. Garrett is preceded in death by her parents, William Thomas (Joyce Winifred Edwards) Garrett, husband Elvin “Bobby” Garrett, and two sisters, Wendy and Sylvia Devers.
She is survived by her three daughters, Tracy (Jerry Wayne) Stuckey, of McDavid, FL; Ann (Shawn) Jones, of Perdido, AL; Belinda (Shawn) Barnhill, of Bethlehem, PA; three brothers, Billy Devers, of England, Bobby Devers, of England, Richard Devers, of England, Dorothy Devers, of England, Maureen Watson, of England, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held Friday, November 17, 2023 at 3:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC.
Visitation will be held Friday, November 17, 2023 from 2:00 PM until service time at 3:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC. Atmore, Alabama is in charge of all arrangements.
Edward “Buster” Merlen Johnson
November 13, 2023
Edward M. Johnson, affectionately known as “Buster,” peacefully passed away on
November 2, 2023, at the age of 77, in Pensacola, Florida. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend whose memory will forever be cherished.
Born on February 21, 1946, in Galveston, Texas, Buster was the son of Harold Gillespie and Virginia Harris. He grew up surrounded by the beauty of the Gulf Coast.
He was married to Mary R. Johnson for 34 years, and their love continued to blossom over
the course of their 36-year relationship. They built a beautiful life together as partners with the
U. S. Department of the Navy/Defense, Federal Service, and the U. S. Navy, active duty, working, transferring, and traveling. Together, they enjoyed land and water activities around Pensacola, Guam including the islands of the Mariana’s, Micronesia, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia, Hawaii, and finally the festivals and parades in New Orleans.
Buster found his calling in law enforcement. Law and policing pounded through his veins.
He graduated from the Alabama Police Academy and the Alabama College of Police Science, became a police officer with the Gulf Shores Police Department, next hired as the Chief of Police for Millry, Alabama, and then entered into Federal Service law enforcement as his career until his retirement. After retirement, he continued his involvement and his personal high standards for education. Buster completed the Escambia County FL’s Citizens Law Enforcement Academy, a weekly ten evening course.
Prior to finding law enforcement, he spent a few years in the U.S. Army, and entered the U.S. Navy for the Vietnam Conflict. He was a Boatswain Mate, using his earlier Gulf Coast years for the Navy’s boats and water needs in the Vietnam rivers and the Pacific Ocean.
Buster was a man of integrity, known for his dedication and commitment in both his personal
and professional life. He was known for his attention to detail, laws and procedures, schedules, common sense, honesty, responsibility, and integrity. Overall, a person would know where Buster stood on a topic based on Buster’s standards and expectations. Contrasting his seriousness, he had a kind heart. He would provide a helping hand or a listening ear, and would uplift others with his quick wit and warm smile.
Outside of work, Buster had a passion for bowling, and time for fishing, relishing the peaceful moments on or near the water. At times, he searched with his metal detector. He was also an active member in various locations of the Knights of Columbus, the American Legion, in the Pensacola Rare Air VW Club, and the President of our local Neighborhood Watch.
He is preceded in death by Virginia Harris, his mother; Dixie Allessio, his sister; and Richard Johnson, his brother.
Buster is survived by his loving wife, Mary; his children, Richard (Colleen), Thomas (Brandy),
Virginia (Eric), and Rebecca; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. He also leaves behind his sisters, Theresa, Rene, Cindy, Andrea, and brother, Andrew.
Harold Rolin
November 10, 2023
Harold Rolin, age 70 of Poarch, AL passed away on November 9, 2023, in Poarch AL. He was born on April 8, 1953, in Bratt FL, to the late Frank Rolin and Sissy Kelly Rolin of Bratt FL. Mr. Harold was a Dozier operator for over 20 years. He enjoyed spending his free time hunting, fishing, and going to the Wind Creek Casino. He was a member of Poarch Band of Creek Indians. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Mr. Rolin is preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Kat Rolin.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Joyce Rolin of Poarch, AL; sons, Joseph Rolin (Melody Boutwell) of Flomaton, AL , and Jonathon Rolin (Lacie Bundy) of Georgianna, AL ; grandchildren, Christopher Logan Rolin, Mary Jane Rolin, Deanna Rolin, Nathan James Rolin, and Nola Rolin; great grandchild, Derek James Andrews; brothers, Billy Wayne Rolin of Pollard, AL , Jeff Rolin of Poarch, AL, Steve Rolin of Poarch, AL, and Tony Rolin of Pollard-McCall, AL; and sister, Glendale Rolin of Century, FL.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 13, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Dry Springs Community Church. Interment will follow at Dry Springs Cemetery in Enon, FL.
Active pallbearers will be Christopher Logan Rolin, Justin Rolin, Jerry Capers, Henry Capers, John Victor, and Bill Stuckey.
Visitation will be held Monday, November 13, 2023, from 10:00AM until 11:00AM at Dry Springs community church in Enon, FL.
Peggy Louise Norton
November 8, 2023
Annie Arleene Howell
November 8, 2023
Annie Arleene Howell, a 1966 graduate of Tate High School went to join her mom, dad, brother, and two sisters in Heaven on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. “Miss Annie”, as many called her, was a former paper worker for both St. Regis and Stone Container. Unable to settle into retirement, Miss Annie became a bus assistant for the Escambia County School District in 2017. She found her greatest enjoyment through being a bus assistant. She loved being with the special needs children on the bus. They all called her “granny”.
When Miss Annie was not working, she was spending time with her daughter sewing or playing jokes with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed an occasional trip to the Casino with Debbie, Susie, or Sandra. “But don’t tell Darlene”.
Miss Annie’s family would like to thank all the transportation family, Vitas Health Care for loving on mom and keeping her comfortable.
Annie is preceded in death by her parents, Annie Godwin and Farrell Alton Howell; brother, Alex Eugene Howell; and two sisters, Pam Howell and Althea Godwin.
She is survived by her daughter, Darlene Hart (Dan), granddaughters, Brandy Hart (Chris), Savannah Dees (Colby); grandsons, Jon’Micheal Hart (Savannah), Dan Hart (Victoria); great-granddaughters, Emma, Skye, Clara Jane and Randi Jo; great-grandsons, Dru, Blake, and Westin; and sister-in-law, Sandra Howell.
Pallbearers include Colby Dees, Dan Hart, Chris Griener, Josh Howell, Jon’Micheal Hart, Levi Howell, and Hunter Howell.
Honorary pallbearers include Guy Howell, Richard Howell, Rex Howell, Kenney Howell, Walter Howell, and Charlie Howell.
Services for Annie Arleene Howell will be held at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, Friday, November 10, 2023. Visitation services will begin at 1:00 p.m. followed by a funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Annie will be laid to rest at Pughs Chapel Cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements. You may express condolences online at www.fcfhs.com.
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Bobby Guy King
November 6, 2023
Bobby Guy King was born January 9, 1980. Bobby passed into eternity at the age of 42. Bobby is preceded in death by his mama, Benita Kay Holder King, his cousin, Chad Williamson, his maternal grandparents, Harold & Audrey Holder, and his paternal grandparents, James and Ruby King. Bobby is survived by his maternal family: aunts and uncles, Deborah Andrews, Teresa & Ronnie Williamson, Belinda & David Perry, cousins, Melissa, Tim, Joni, Marissa, Austin, and Moriah. His paternal family members: father, Guy King, aunts and uncles, Larry & Mary Jane King, Frankie Archer, Marie Faircloth, Merlene Bruce, cousins, Christa, Kaye, Keith, Kim, Danna, Johnny and Michael.
After the passing of his mama when he was 8 years old, Bobby was raised by his Granny and Paw Paw Holder and was more like a son than a grandchild to them. Bobby grew up in Molino, Florida, attended Molino Elementary, Barrineau Park Elementary, Ransom Middle School and Tate High School. He was always adventurous and loved spending time fishing and hunting with his PawPaw. Bobby was very attentive to his Granny in her last months of life. His life was filled with many hard times but he always knew he was loved by his family.
Bobby accepted Jesus as his Savior and was a member of Highland Baptist Church. We have comfort knowing Bobby is in the presence of Jesus for eternity and has peace greater than we can imagine.
My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. John 10:27-29
A graveside service was held on November 4, 2023 at Highland Baptist Church with family friend, Rev. Brian Calhoun officiating.
In memory of Bobby, donations can be made to provide Bibles to those who are incarcerated at www.prisionfellowship.org or you can call 1-703-554-8450 to allocate your donation to go to Bibles for those incarcerated as well as request a letter indicating the donation is in memory of Bobby.