Dale Caraway
August 26, 2022
Mr. Dale Caraway, age 66, passed away, Friday, August 19, 2022 in Atmore, AL; surrounded by family at his bedside. He was a lifelong resident of Atmore, AL. He was a supervisor at a local grocery store for many years.
Mr. Caraway enjoyed playing video games, watching TV, and listening to music.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Sam and (Maureen Carraway) Caraway, two brothers, Johnny Carlton Caraway, Edward Caraway, two sisters, Rebie Blanton, and Dorothy Henderson.
He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Tracey Caraway, of Atmore, AL; children, CHEIF MSTR. SGT. Chris Robinson, Brandon Henderson, two brothers, Bob Caraway, of Atmore, AL; Jimmy (Shona) Caraway, of Atmore, AL; two sisters, Maureen Searcy, of Atmore, AL; Ernestine Brantley, of Wedowee, AL; two grandchildren, Autumn Drew Blankenship, Brayden Robinson, two great-grandchildren, Vincent Blankenship, Margaret Blankenship, special children in his life, Reagan King, Aiden Harrelson, Rileigh Harrelson, Seth Searcy, two special friends, Edward Davis, Wanda Pittman, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
A special thanks to, two special nieces, Connie Rolin and Angela Searcy.
Celebration of life will be held Friday, August 26, 2022 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC. with some special kind words from Mrs. Wanda Pittman.
Cynthia Diane Jacobs Jones
August 26, 2022
Cynthia Diane Jacobs Jones, 62, went home to her Lord and Savior on Tuesday August 23rd, 2022. Diane was born February 13th, 1960, to James Hub and Evelyn Jacobs. She was a lifelong resident of Jay Florida, of the Berrydale community and a member of Cora Baptist Church.
She is proceeded in death by her husband, Mark Jones; parents, James Hub and Evelyn Jacobs; her brother, James Bryan Jacobs; and her angel twins that never knew pain.
She is survived by her nephews, James Jamie Jacobs (Erika) and Aaron Jacobs; niece, Bridget Jacobs (Marcus); sister-in-law, Karen Jacobs; a very special uncle, Frank Rowell (Pearl); aunts, Dinah Colonna, Joy Rowell, Lorene Rowell; and special friend, Paul Taylor Jr. Aunt Di, as she was known to her nephews and nieces, also leaves behind great-niece, Addalyn Sanders; great-nephews, Mason Sanders and James Wesley Jacobs (JJ) that she loved to watch grow and learn. She also leaves behind a host of cousins and friends.
The family would like to thank the staff of The Terrace at Ivey Acres, Fresenius Kidney Care of Century Florida, and the nursing staff of 3 west at Baptist Hospital.
Visitation will be Sunday August 28, 2022 at Lewis Funeral Home Milton Chapel, 6405 Highway 90 W Milton, Florida 32570 from 2pm-3pm. A funeral service will follow at 3pm. Interment will be at Barrancas National Cemetery.
Tena Elaine Ellis
August 26, 2022
Tena Elaine Ellis, age 78, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away peacefully on Monday, August 22, 2022.
Tena grew up in Pensacola, Fl and graduated from Pensacola High School. She attended the First Pentecostal Church where she met and married the love of her life, Winston Ellis.
Tena worked at several daycare centers which she enjoyed more than anyone will ever know. She enjoyed cooking and taking care of her family. She loved boating and vacationing in the Florida Keys.
Tena is preceded in death by her mother, Ida Pearl Anderson; nephew, Morgan Stith; her father and mother-in-law, James L. and Mae Rotenberry; and many aunts and uncles.
Those left to cherish her loving memory, husband of 60 years, Thomas Winston Ellis; daughter, Cherie Myers; grandsons, Robert Dryden (Meagan) and Brad Myers (Allie); two great grandchildren, Hudson Dryden and Olivia Myers; sister, Diane Anderson; and numerous other relatives.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, August 26, 2022 at First Pentecostal Church of Pensacola, 6500 North “W” Street, Pensacola, FL. with Pastor Brian Kinsey officiating. Burial will follow in Bayview Memoria Park Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at Noon prior to services.
Pallbearers will by Robert Dryden, Brad Myers, Sean Plant, Jimmy Ellis, Adam Nelson and John Connell. Serving as Honorary Bearers will be Charles Rotenberry, Ray Rotenberry, Freddie White, Rodney Nelson and Ricky Haugen.
Elise Drinkard
August 25, 2022
Elise Drinkard, a devoted wife, loving mother, Mimi and sister, stepped into heaven on August 24, 2022. Elise was born April 26, 1961 to Norma and Robert Belvin, Sr. She was a graduate of Woodham High School class of 1979. Elise was part of the A. Downing Gray and Company family for 39 years where she worked with some of her dearest friends. She was a member of Olive Baptist church and enjoyed fellowship and Bible study with the SHE Group and also teaching 4th grade Sunday school.
To cherish her memory is the love of her life of 39 years, Robert Drinkard. Also surviving their mother are her children, Lauren Hinote (Bryan) and Ashley Drinkard. Elise was active in her children’s lives taking on leadership roles in the PTA, East Hill School Board, cheer coach and professional dance mom. Elise is survived by the apple of her eye, her granddaughter, Ava. She was the most fabulous Mimi and Ava was her heart. Elise is survived by her siblings, Robert Belvin, Jr. (Cecilia) and Jo Ann Adams (Gary). “Lisee” adored her siblings and treasured time spent with them. She also coveted time with her bonus siblings, Cheri Parda, Elizabeth Vinson (Kevin) and Ginny Guelzo (Dan). Elise is also survived by many nieces, nephews, adopted children and grandchildren and beloved friends.
Elise’s loved ones will receive friends and celebrate her at a visitation on Friday, August 26 from 5-7pm at Faith Chapel North. Funeral services will be held Saturday August 27 at 2pm at Faith Chapel North. A graveside service will be held on August 29 at 11am at Victoria Community Cemetery in Victoria, AL.
In lieu of flowers, Elise would love for you to consider a donation to The Charis House and Foster Families Group associated with Olive Baptist Church.
Opal J. Smith
August 24, 2022
Opal J. Smith, 85, of Cantonment, FL passed away on Friday, August 19, 2022 at her residence. Mrs. Smith was born January 31, 1937 on a cotton farm in Lottie, AL. One of ten children born to John Emory Jones and Mazzie Artence Chunn Jones. She graduated from Baldwin County High School. Mrs. Smith worked at Monsanto for six years and over 30 years as a Guidance Office Secretary at Ransom Middle School. She was an active member of First Baptist Church of Cantonment for over 50 years. Mrs. Smith loved her family, her church family and friends. In her leisure time she enjoyed Suduko puzzles and watching Jeopardy as well as traveling.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 50 plus years, Grady K. Smith, Sr.
To cherish her memory is her son, Grady K. Smith, Jr. (Kandys); her daughter, Allison K. Eisinga (Henk); her grandchildren, Jonathon Kennedy, Daniel C. Eisinga, Jacqueline J. Eisinga-Roles(Daniel) and a great granddaughters, Sophia Kennedy and Claire Eisinga.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, August 25, 2022, from 10:00 AM until Noon at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, August 25, 2022 in Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL with Dr. Will Stone officiating.
Regi Burkett
August 22, 2022
Mr. Regi Burkett, age 62, passed away, Saturday, August 20, 2022 in Century, FL; at his home surrounded by family at his bedside. He was a lifelong resident of Century, FL. He was employed with Westinghouse for many years.
Mr. Burkett valued his time he got to spend with his family and grandchildren. He enjoyed fly fishing, and refurbishing reels. He always enjoyed planting a vegetable garden every year. He was a “Florida Gators Fan”. He was a big fan of Nascar Racing especially Dale Earnhardt, Sr. and loved collecting old fire extinguishers. He was a member of Century Vol. Fire Department, Station 5, for 39 years, where he served as Chief from 1987-2017. He was the most influential person on building of the current fire house and the stations as of today.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Carrie B. (Mary Lois Ray) Burkett, and one sister, Donna Jo Way.
He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Ann Burkett, of Century, FL; one son, Ryan (Mariah) Burkett, of Century, FL; one daughter, Casey (Stephen) Roach, of Grand Ridge, FL; three brothers, Roger (Katie) Burkett, of Century, FL; Todd Burkett, of Century, Fl; Trent (Marjorie) Burkett. of Troy, AL; five grandchildren, Benjamin Roach, Reagan Roach, Samuel Roach, Carlton Roach, Liz Kelley, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC with Rev. Mitch Herring and Rev. Tim Floyd officiating.
Burial will follow at Beulah Chapel Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Saturday, August 27, 2022 from 1:00 PM until service time at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Pallbearers will be David Adams, Gary Johnson, Mark Way, Ron Harrison, and Stephen Roach.
Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Slover, Carl Gandy, Glenn Gavin, Lesley Barnes, Jay Reynolds, Steve McNair, Jimmy Brantley, Donnie Waters, and Terry Bush
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Infants Sabrina Grace Rhamstine And Dagan Alexander Rhamstine
August 22, 2022
Infants Sabrina Grace Rhamstine and Dagan Alexander Rhamstine passed away peacefully in the arms of their parents on August 20, 2022. Sabrina and Dagan were born on August 20, 2022 to Alexander and Stephanie Roach Rhamstine in Pensacola, FL. They are loved deeply by their family and friends. They are preceded in death by their great grandparents, William Coon and Mary Coon.
Sabrina and Dagan are survived by their father and mother, Alexander and Stephanie Rhamstine; their grandparents, Valeria Slevin (David Bowling), Timothy (Carrie) Rhamstine and Raymond “Eddie” and Kathryn Roach; their great grandparents, Barbara Rhamstine, Thomas (Maria) Rhamstine and Athalia Cherry, and their uncles, Avery Rhamstine and Pierce Rhamstine.
Graveside services will be held Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. at Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Oak Grove, FL with Bro. Joel White officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 24, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, AL.
Alex Lorinza “Buster” Hollinger
August 22, 2022
Mr. Alex Lorinza “Buster” Hollinger, age 90, passed away, Sunday, August 21, 2022, in Century, FL. He was a lifelong resident of Uriah, AL. He was a member of Semirah Springs Freewill Baptist Church and Poarch Band of Creek Indians. He was also a very skilled “Handy Man.” He served in the United States Army with many years of service.
Mr. Hollinger enjoyed going camping on the sandbars. He enjoyed riding four wheelers, fishing, and playing gospel music. He had a very vibrant and bubbly personality, that he never met a stranger. He traveled many different places spreading the gospel with his gospel music.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alex (Lillie Mae Heathcock) Hollinger, two wives, Patricia Ann Woods Hollinger, Yvonne Johnson Hollinger, two brothers, Dennis Cee Hollinger, Adam Lavon Hollinger, three sisters, Lucille Turk, Ernestine Lundy, Anna Jean Hollinger, and one grandson, Denver Shuttlesworth.
He is survived by his four sons, Phil (Serena) Hollinger, of Uriah, AL; Gary (Tara) Hollinger, of Uriah, AL; Jarrell (Angel) Hollinger, of Uriah, AL; Darrell (Sandy) Hollinger, of Uriah, AL; one daughter, Brenda (Michael) Helton, of Atmore, AL; eight grandchildren, Tiffany (Brian) Marshall, Brandy (Clint) Lassiter, Austin Shuttlesworth, Alexis Hollinger, Dawson (Maggie) Hollinger, Colby Hollinger, Jarrell Hollinger, Jr; Anna Grace Hollinger, five great-grandchildren, Lydia Marshall, Tripp Lassiter, Brooklyn Marshall, Kade Marshall, Ryleigh Marshall, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives.
Funeral service will be held Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Semirah Springs Freewill Baptist Church with Rev. Buddy Williams, Rev. Waylon Stuckey and Rev. Clifton Buchanan officiating.
Burial will follow at Semirah Springs Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 24, 2022 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Clint Lassiter, Pate Robinson, Dawson Hollinger, Brian Marshall, Austin Shuttlesworth, Alexis Hollinger, Colby Hollinger, and Anna Grace Hollinger.
Honorary pallbearers will be Don Williams, Dale Gilbert, Jessie Bohannon, Faron Hollinger, Ronald Cochran, Waylon Stuckey, George Lundy, Arnold Tuberville,and David Gorum.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC. Atmore, AL. is in charge of all arrangements.
Margie Brown McGhee
August 22, 2022
Margie Brown McGhee, age 81, of Poarch, AL passed away on August 21, 2022. She was born on December 10, 1940 in Geneva, AL to Jack and Polly Davis Brown. She was a Dispatcher with Poarch Police Department until retirement. She loved her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren dearly.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Chief Houston Lee McGhee; her daughter, Jacqueline McGhee Hadley; her great grandson, Robert Everett “Rhett” Hadley and her siblings: Danny Brown, Larry Brown and Paula Hall.
She is survived by her daughter, Valerie L. McGhee (Nicky Hadley) of Poarch, AL; her grandchildren: Valisa (Lee) Lambert, John (Amanda) Chance, Shane (Jessica) Hadley and Kelley (Matt) Cotton and her great grandchildren: Nevaeh Hadley, Mikenna Mattheiss, Hunter Chance, Easton Cotton, Weston Cotton, Lane Chance, Dalton Hadley and Oaklynn Cotton.
Funeral services will be held Friday, August 26, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Ray Ward officiating. Interment will follow at New Home Cemetery in Poarch, AL.
Active pallbearers will be Tyler McGhee, Kyler McGlothren, Thunder McGhee, Brent Bell, Robbie McGhee and Daniel McGhee. Visitation will be held Thursday, August
Robert Leroy McCall
August 21, 2022
Mr. Robert Leroy McCall, age 78, passed away, Friday, August 19, 2022 in Atmore, AL; surrounded by family at his bedside. He resided most of his life in Atmore, AL. He retired from the United States National Guard with many years of service.
Mr. McCall enjoyed fishing, “Alabama Football” and Tab Benoit music.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John O’Bannon McCall and Cynthia Murl Comlander McCall, two sisters, Gayle Juanita Smith, and Helen Luverne Hughes.
He is survived by his one son, Robert “Ro” (Shannon) McCall, of Atmore, AL; one step-son, Dachary (Laura) McGowan, of Atmore, AL; one daughter, Michele (Jimmy) Jay, of Atmore, AL; two step-daughters, Brandi (Charles) Snell, of Saraland, AL; Jenny (Gary) Weaver, of Mobile, AL; one brother, John (Maxine) McCall, of Bratt, FL; four sisters, Annie Ruth Bryan, of Atmore, AL; Pauline (Horce) Pickern, of Bratt, FL; Nancy Smith, of Atmore, AL; Debbie Cribbs, of Pensacola, FL; thirteen grandchildren, Mikie (Holly) McCurdy, Jonathan (Brandy) McCurdy, Christopher (Stormy) McCurdy, Ashlynn “BabyGirl” McCall, Joshua Blake McCall, Kyleigh McCall, Mia Nichole Conner, Bubba McGowan, Breanna McGowan, Cheyenne Snell, Kennedy Weaver, Kolton Weaver, Kaydence Weaver, six great-grandchildren, Robert McCurdy, Chloe McCurdy, Wiley McCurdy, Gabriel McCurdy, Marina McCurdy, Tristan McCurdy, other relatives, and friends.
Family would like to say a special thanks, to Kaylee and Aunt Nancy.