Sherry Lee Lucas
September 5, 2023
Sherry Lee Lucas, age 68, of Uriah, AL passed away on September 4, 2023. She was born on April 7, 1955 to George “Colonel” Sanspree and Virginia “Sug” Coleman Sanspree. She was a retired bus driver with the Escambia County Alabama School System. She is preceded in death by her parents and her son, Michael “Blue” Watson.
She is survived by her husband, George E. Scott; her children, Michelle Lucas (Aubrey Gregg) of Little Rock, AL, Rhonda (Eddie) Mitchell of Pensacola, FL and Randy (Anita) Lucas of Walnut Hill, FL; her brother, Dale Sanspree of Pensacola, FL; her sister, Mary (Joe) Summerford of Pensacola, FL; her grandchildren, Genesis, Kierre, Alexus, Sadie, Tryton, MacKenzie and Jon; five great grandchildren;13 dogs and Woodrow.
Funeral services will be held Friday, September 8, 2023, at 10 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Sister Helen Stewart officiating. Interment will follow in Canoe Freewill Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Friday, September 8, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. until service time at 10 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Joyce Marie Hart
August 31, 2023
J beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, August 29th. She leaves behind cherished memories and an enduring legacy of love and kindness.
Born on March 19, 1947, Joyce was the daughter of John Van Herrington and Louise Rebecca Herrington. She grew up in Warner Robins, Georgia, then she moved to Molino, Florida, where Joyce’s compassionate nature flourished, radiating warmth and care to all who knew her.
Joyce will forever be remembered for her dedication to family. Joyce is survived by her sister Judy Persuhn and her brother Van Herrington of Warner Robins, Georgia. As a devoted mother, she nurtured and supported her children, Adam Hart (Lottie), Pamela Gordon (Ronald), Douglas Hart (Julie), Lindsay Bauldree (Jeffrey), and Tommy Sheffield, guiding them with love and wisdom throughout their lives. She took great pride in their accomplishments and was a constant source of encouragement and inspiration.
Beyond her role as a mother, Joyce doted on her grandchildren, Brooke Gordon, Brianna Gordon, Brett Gordon, Kaylin Glenn, Zachary Glenn, Wesley Hart, Taylor Hart, Clara Hart, Payton Hart, Mason Bauldree, Emma Bauldree, Grayden Sheffield, McKinley Sheffield, Pierce Fiveash, Grayson Fiveash, and Braden Fiveash creating countless cherished memories. Her love and generosity knew no bounds, and she made sure to impart invaluable life lessons, creating lasting impressions on the hearts of every grandchild. Joyce was a grandmother to anyone that came around to try her sweet tea. Her spirit will live on in their lives, as reminder of her unwavering love.
Throughout her life, Joyce was known for her genuine warmth and ability to make everyone around her feel at ease, which made her a beloved friend to many. She had a remarkable ability to bring people together, with her home being a hub of love, laughter, good food and cherished moments.
In addition to her family, Joyce leaves behind a multitude of friends and loved ones who will forever miss her presence. Her passing leaves a void that can never be filled, but her memory will remain eternally alive in the hearts of all those who had the privilege of knowing her.
A celebration of Joyce’s life will take place on Saturday, September 2 from 1-2 p.m. and fellowship from 2-4 p.m. in the fellowship hall at Aldersgate Methodist Church in Molino, Florida.
Joyce Marie Hart’s presence in our lives was a gift that will never be forgotten. May her soul find eternal peace, and may her family and friends find solace in the beautiful memories she leaves behind.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in her honor to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
Elizabeth Cornelia Stanton Enfinger
August 31, 2023
Elizabeth Cornelia Stanton Enfinger, 86, of Jay, Florida, went to be with Jesus on Monday, August 28, 2023. She was born on March 16, 1937, in Jay and lived most of her life here. After graduating from Jay High School in 1955, she moved to Mobile, AL to attend nursing school at Mobile Infirmary. It was there that she met her future husband who was stationed at Brookley Air Force Base. After the birth of their daughters, Barbara and Jo Anne, he was transferred to Panama City, FL. From there, they moved to Montgomery, AL where they welcomed their son, Bobby. Pensacola, FL was their next move before returning to Jay. After this last move, Elizabeth spent many years employed at Jay Hospital before finishing her nursing career as a home healthcare nurse. Throughout each move she worked as a nurse which next to her children and faith was her greatest passion. Being a mentor to new nurses is a lasting legacy that she left behind at each position.
In addition to being a devoted wife, mother, and nurse, Elizabeth was known as a master seamstress designing and sewing many clothes, as well as prom and wedding dresses for both her girls. She was a faithful and active member of Jay United Methodist Church and a lifelong member of the Eastern Star. Elizabeth quickly became a world traveler and made visits to Europe and Asia to be present for the births of her adored grandchildren. She was an avid reader of her beloved Bible, monthly Upper Room, and sweet Christian romance books.
She is proceeded in death by her parents, Robert and Maggie (Ray) Stanton, her husband of 49 years, Jimmy D. Enfinger, her grandson, Jared Lutz, her son, Robert (Bobby) Ashley Enfinger, her two brothers, Wilmer Stanton and Donald Stanton, and the sister of her heart, Barbara (Aunt Jenny) Jernigan.
She is survived by her two daughters, Barbara (Brandon) Lutz, Jo Anne (Russell) Raught, four grandchildren: Seth (Xena) Raught, Jeremy (Becky) Raught, Caitlin (Tom) Carr, and Victoria (Brandon) Poley, and two great grandchildren, Olivia Carr and Railyn Ellis. Shealso leaves behind several nieces and nephews.
Barbara and Jo Anne were so blessed to be together with their Mama her last week and were able to share many happy memories, laughter, and tears. This time with her will forever be cherished.
The family would like to thank the staff at the Terrace at Ivy Acres for all their love and support. The staff of Action Therapy are our heroes, working diligently with occupational and physical therapy after several hospitalizations. Their faithfulness in never giving up on her and in their undying belief in her recovery abilities will forever be treasured by our family. Additionally, much appreciation to her hospice nurses, Abby and Molly, with Vitas Hospice.
The viewing will be held on Friday, September 1, 2023, from 5-7pm and the service on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at 10am. Both will be at the Jay Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow the service at the Jay Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Seth Raught, Jeremy Raught, Brandon Poley, Ronnie Jernigan, Bill Jernigan, and Jimmy Murphy.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Bobby Enfinger, Jared Lutz, Caitlin Lutz Carr and Tom Carr.
In lieu of flowers, the family would welcome donations made to the Jared Lutz Memorial Scholarship at https://www.wearecarroll.org/our-nonprofits/ways-to-give/ which supports high school seniors at Liberty High School in Eldersburg, Maryland, who are majoring in nursing. Information on the webpage above will direct you to scholarships, then scroll down for Jared’s information. You may also mail a check to 255 Clifton Blvd., Ste 313 Westminster, MD 21157.
Jimmy Eugene Jay
August 29, 2023
Jimmy Eugene Jay, age 82, of Atmore, AL, passed away on August 27, 2023. He was born on January 22, 1941, in Poarch, AL, to Henison Jay and Lindy Rolin Jay. He served 43 years as lieutenant with the Atmore Police Department. He is preceded in death by his parents; his daughters, Linda Johnson and Charlene Pugh and his grandchildren, Patrick Jay and Jeremy Jay.
He is survived by his wife Cynthia McCall Jay; his children: Randy (Joyce) Jay, Ronnie (Martha) Jay, Roger Jay, Robin (Stephanie) Jay, Sharon (Todd) Stearns, and Jeffrey (Meg) Diedtrich; son-in-law, Larry Pugh; stepchildren: Jonathan McCurdy, Christopher McCurdy and Michael McCurdy; his grandchildren: Anna, Michael, Alex, Steven, Jonathan, Josh, Jennifer, Cindy, Michelle, Amy, Lisa, Christopher, Timothy, Harlee, Riley, Jace, Ashley, Chase, Spencer, JT, Leigh Margaret, Owen, Matthew, Larry, Jr., Nicholas, Austin, and Amber; numerous great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren and special thanks to his caregivers James Williams and Sarah Marshall. He was also survived by his fellow police officers.
Funeral services will be held Friday, September 1, 2023, at 10 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Chris Pruitt officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL.
Active pallbearers will be his fellow law enforcement officers.
Visitation will be held Thursday, August 31, 2023, from 6-9 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Clark E. Manning
August 28, 2023
Clark E. Manning, 71, of Cantonment, Florida went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 4, 2023. He was born in Pensacola, Florida on February 24, 1952.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd Manning and Evelyn McGhee Manning.
Clark is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Marsha; his sons, Carl Travis (Kelly) and Wesley C. (Angie); grandbabies, Bella, Clayton, Jacob, and Gracie; his siblings, Jimmy (Kathy), David (Carolyn), Candy (Duane), Alvin (Gail), Allen (Trudi), Marilyn (Ronald), and K. Doug; many nieces and nephews; a host of cousins; and friends too many to count.
Clark loved the Lord and studying the Bible. One of his favorite verses was 1Peter 1:3-9ESV. He was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church and was thankful for his Pastor Jim Locke and all his church family. Clark was a proud member of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians and had a special love for all his cousins that shared the Creek Indian heritage. Clark was the owner and partner with his brother David at Manning Brothers Pools. He appreciated all his great customers that he had the pleasure of serving for over 38 years. So, please join us in a celebration of Clark’s Life on Thursday, August 31, 2023.
Funeral services will be held at 3:30 p.m. at Hillcrest Baptist Church, 800 East Nine Mile Road, Pensacola, Florida with Pastor Jim Locke officiation.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. until time of service.
Memorial donations may be made in Clark’s name to Hillcrest Baptist Church.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
Michael Ryan Fox
August 23, 2023
Mr. Michael Ryan Fox, age 32, passed away, Tuesday, August 16, 2023, in Atmore, AL.
Mr. Fox enjoyed spending time with his family and enjoyed the holidays. He enjoyed going hunting with his dad and granddad. He always enjoyed playing some good video games.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Michael (Janet Hartner) Fox.
He is survived by his two daughters, one sister, Felicia M. Fox, of Cantonment, FL; grandparents, Elizabeth (Ronnie) Faulk, of Walnut Hill, FL; other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held Thursday August 24, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC. with Sister, Shelia Enfinger officiating.
Visitation will be held Thursday, August 24, 2023 from 10:00 AM until service time at 11:00 AM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Clinton Douglas Eugene Radford
August 22, 2023
Clinton Douglas Eugene Radford, age 29, of Atmore, AL passed away on August 20, 2023.
He was born on May 24, 1994 in Brewton, AL to Douglas and JoAnne Caraway Radford.
He cherished his time with his family. He enjoyed four-wheeler riding, hunting, fishing and trips to Bailey’s Creek. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Virginia Dare Radford, Clinton Bruce Radford, Dorothy Anne Caraway and James “Cobb” Caraway, and his sister, Virginia Anne Radford.
He is survived by his wife, Kylie Morgan Radford; his parents, Douglas and JoAnne Radford of Huxford, AL; his sisters, Patricia Dare Radford of Huxford, AL and Pamela Darline (Leslie) Cruit of Huxford, AL along with his niece and nephews, William, Michael, Gracie, Elliott and Kyle.
Memorial services will be held Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Jason Handley officiating.
Edward Eugene ‘Billy’ Bush
August 22, 2023
Edward Eugene “Billy” Bush answered the call of the Master of Breath on Thursday, August 17, 2023, surrounded by his loving family as he went Home. Billy is preceded in death by his father Willis Bush, mother Edna Marie Godwin, sisters Margaret Beasley, Sybil Phelps, Louise Smith, Diane Little, and brothers Charles Bush and Hiram Bush. He is survived by wife of 68 years Addie Ruth Beasley Bush, sons Ken (Sharon) Bush, Byron (Sally) Bush, and daughter Cindy (Dan) Helms, grandchildren Curtis (Lisa) Bush, Kyna (Lalo) Magaña, Cely (Marvin) Morales, Leron (Tori) Bush, Cheryl Bush, Trina (Mark) Sizemore, and Kevin Augustine, great grandchildren Mikayla Bush, Chase and Tatyana Hulsey, Audrey Bush, Dustin Mitchell, Curtis Bush, Jr., Ethan and Miley Magaña, Cydney Sizemore, Skyler and Wyatt Morales, Emmy Dee and Theo Bush, expectant great-great grandchildren Addie Ruth Bush and Xander Andrew Mitchell, brothers Joe and Wayne Bush, sisters Rose Hutchinson, Alice Toohill, and Vivian Douglass, and a great many nieces and nephews. Billy was born in Covington County, Alabama where he helped his parents provide for their large family by farming alongside his father. He then served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War before moving to Pensacola, Florida where he worked as a Mechanic Supervisor at Monsanto Textile Company for 32 years. After retiring from Monsanto, he worked as Warehouse Supervisor at Gulf Coast Marine and several part-time jobs for several years before fully retiring to devote full time to work on his “Honey Do” list. Billy was a member of Stokes Lodge F&AM Grand Lodge of Alabama for 68 years, the Scottish Rite Valley of Pensacola, Union No. 7 York Rite, R&SM, No. 6 Mount Horeb RAM, Coeur De Lion Commandry #1 Knights Templar, San Carlos Conclave Red Cross of Constantine, Spirit of Truth Tabernacle LXXI Holy Royal Arch Knight Templar, and Order of the Eastern Star No. 244 for 55 years. He was also a Beloved Elder of the Santa Rosa Band of the Lower Muscogee Indian tribe. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Billy was a beacon of strength, love, and wisdom for his family and the community. He and his Wife Ruth together built a life full of memories, love, and laughter. As the patriarch of the Bush family, Billy exemplified hard work, dedication, and unwavering love. Family always remained his top priority. He was a cornerstone, always there to offer advice, share a story, or lend a helping hand. Billy loved to laugh and have fun with his family and friends. He enjoyed working outdoors and he could figure out how to fix anything. He also loved good food and was known to carry a fork in his shirt pocket just in case. Billy’s legacy of love, tenacity, and kindness will forever be etched in the memories of all who knew him. He was not just the patriarch of the Bush family but also a stalwart pillar of the community. He will be sorely missed but his teachings and values will live on for generations to come.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30AM on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Dr. Dale Patterson and Rev. Ronald Beasley officiating. Interment will be in Pensacola Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at 10:30AM prior to services.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements.
Rose Marie McGhee
August 22, 2023
Rose Marie McGhee, age 68, of Poarch, AL passed away on August 22, 2023 in Poarch, AL.
She was born on March 6, 1955 in Florence, AL to Otis and Clara Butler McGhee. Rose was a member of Poarch Baptist Church and the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. During her career, she worked for a Cookie Factory in Chicago, IL, and later with Vanity Fair Corporation and as a Certified Nursing Assistant. She is preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Teresa Lee Jay; her brother, Harold McGhee; her grandson, Patrick Jay and her granddaughter, Rebecca.
She is survived by her son, James Ivy of TN; her daughter, Jessica Ivy of Poarch, AL; her brothers, Otis McGhee, Jr. of Brewton, AL and Christopher (Denise) Johnson of Cherokee, AL; her sister, Renee (Pernell) Blackwell of Leesburg, AL; special cousins, Sandra Steverson, Willie Faye Thomas, Connie Vickery and Patricia Wessel; eleven grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; numerous family and friends. She was loved by the Poarch Community.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Poarch Baptist Church with Speaker Eric Steverson officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill
Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Marion McGhee, Odell McGhee, Robbie McGhee, Brent Pinkston, Timothy Jay, Jereme Tucker, Trevor McLain, and Corey Grimes.
Honorary pallbearers will be Chelsey Short, Pasley Tucker, Hope Tucker, Kayla Taylor, Harlee McLain, Bruce Vickery and Justin Keeton.
Visitation will be held Friday, August 25, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Poarch Baptist Church.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Fred Frank Hicks
August 22, 2023
Fred Frank Hicks resident of McDavid, Florida passed away on August 21, 2023 at the age of 94. Mr. Hicks was born in Barth, Florida on March 4, 1929 to the late Frank Hicks and Edna Bush Hicks. He served in the United States Air Force for 4 years and worked at St. Regis Paper Mill for 34 years.
He was a member of Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church.
Mr. Hicks was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Kathryn Abramovich Hicks.
He is survived by his daughter, Rhonda H. (Brian) Bruley; son, Edward J. (Valerie) Hicks; 4 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; and his last living sibling, Linda H. Perry.
Funeral Services will be Friday, September 1, 2023, at 11 a.m. at Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church, McDavid, FL. Visitation will be one hour prior at 10 a.m.. Interment will follow in Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.