Curtis Franklin Amerson
June 16, 2022
, age 83, of Enon, FL passed away on June 16, 2022 at his residence. He was born on February 15, 1939 in Bratt, FL to Horace E. and Fannie Wiggins Amerson. He served in the United States Army and was the owner of Amerson & Son’s Pest Control. He was a member of Walnut Hill Baptist Church and Walnut Hill Ruritan Club.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Albert Elyan Amerson and his sister, Betty Brown.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Betty Coleman Amerson; his sons: Curtis Alan Amerson of Jay, FL and Alex David (Felicia) Amerson of Enon, FL; his daughters: Lisa J. (Tracy) Fisher of Mobile, AL and Leah A. (Brian) Williams of Mobile, AL; his sister, Ann Amerson Weemes of Atmore, AL; eleven grandchildren; many great grandchildren along with cousins, extended family and friends.
Funeral services will be held Monday, June 20, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel in Atmore, AL with Bro. Ted Bridges officiating. Interment will follow in Godwin Cemetery in Bratt, FL.
Visitation will be held Monday, June 20, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Joan DiMatteo Hackman
June 16, 2022
of Atmore, AL passed away on Monday, June 13, 2022, with her family by her side. Mrs. Hackman was born in Wilmington, Delaware on November 23, 1934 to the late Vincent F. DiMatteo and Bertha G. DiMatteo. She was preceded in death by her parents and by her brother, Robert V. DiMatteo.
She is succeeded by Herbert V. Hackman, Jr., husband; her son Jeff (Rhoda) Hackman; her daughters Sara (Mike) Brown, and Margie (Gene) Pandolfi; and her sister Carole J. Lattomus. She has five grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Mrs. Hackman was very active in the Atmore community and was very proud of her service to the community through the Red Cross, and especially her role in the establishment of the Welcome Center in Heritage Park. She loved the beaches of both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf Coast.
A celebration of life will be held in the coming weeks at Johnson-Quimby Chapel in Atmore, AL at a date to be announced later, followed by a memorial service the next day at Saint Anna’s in Poarch, AL.
M. James “Jim” Jenkins
June 15, 2022
M. James “Jim” Jenkins passed away on June 3, 2022 in Pensacola, FL. Jim was a dear friend to so many. It was always warming to visit Jim and hear his deep, resonant, and calming speaking voice, feeling his peaceful presence and his reassuring friendship. He is dearly loved, and his awareness, wisdom and authenticity will be missed tremendously. Jim was a loving and kind human being. He’s made a lasting mark as outstanding, diligent, honest, and caring attorney. His steadfast and loyal friendship was treasured by those fortunate to know him. Jim’s compassion and generous spirit was extended to anyone who was fortunate enough to know him.
Jim was one of the most respected and effective trial lawyers in the region. He began his educational journey as a Provost Honors graduate of University of California, San Diego and Honors Graduate of Florida State College of Law. His law career included positions as a former Assistant State Prosecutor, Assistant State Public Defender and Assistant Federal Defender before going into private practice. In 2003, Jim attended the elite and famed Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College. His training and his commitment to being authentic made him a pioneer in court, with great success.
He was truly one of the high end, go-to criminal lawyers in the state.
Unique to Jim was the deep connection he had to his clients’ cause and his tenacious search for justice and fairness for those he helped. His attorney friends, lucky enough to see him in action, know he would spend hours and days running down nuanced parts of complex legal facts, always to the benefit of his clients. He selflessly placed his commitment to clients first. Jim’s legal research and acumen in court was legend. He freely made himself available to friends and young attorneys for advice.
Jim lovingly shared with all interested how to become a better defense lawyer and, in many ways though this, how to strive for self-awareness and becoming a better human. His application of self-awareness and introspection was unique and so different from any other lawyer. These qualities benefitted his clients, but as importantly, spilled over into his personal life gracing his friends, all blessed by his ability to lead by example of living with authenticity. We will so miss Jimbo.
Jim was born in St. Petersburg, FL on July 12, 1956 and grew up in Ketchum, Idaho. He is preceded by his parents Oliver H. and Joye P. Jenkins, Nephew Joshua Scott Sparks, and his beloved canine companions, Roscoe, Patch, and “C”. He is survived by his sister, Jamie Marie Hall of Destin, brother Michael Van Cavage of Pensacola, and nieces Sienna Sage Miller and Gianna Marie Hall.
A Celebration of Life will be held on June 18 at 2pm at Faith Chapel Funeral Home, 100 Beverly Parkway, Pensacola Fl.
Clark Duval Thompson
June 14, 2022
Clark Duval Thompson, age 71, of Atmore, AL passed away on June 14, 2022 at his residence. He was born on December 17, 1950 in Flomaton, AL to Alfred Duval and Martha Johnson Thompson. He is preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Judy Elaine Thompson.
He is survived by his children: Courtney (Chris) Harrison of Atmore, AL, Valerie (Mychal) Reddix of Spanish Fort, AL, Shayne (Ashley) Godwin of Fairhope, AL, Blake (Marie) Godwin of Daphne, AL, Shelley (Billy) Donald of Walnut Hill, FL and Hope (Shawn) Lassiter of Atmore, AL; his brother, Wilton “Boo” (Janice) Thompson of Century, FL; his sisters: Martha (John) Sansom of Flomaton, AL, Eileen Thompson of Flomaton, AL and Patricia Thompson of Flomaton, AL; his grandchildren, Megan, Caitlyn, Hannah, Baylie, Natalie, Eli, Sydnie, Kylie, Meredith, Harper, Riley, Julian, Cam, Sebastian, Adrianna and eight great grandchildren along with his nurse and special friend, Kaitlin Morris.
Graveside services will be held Thursday, June 16, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Flomaton Cemetery in Flomaton, AL. Interment will follow in Flomaton Cemetery.
Willie Mae Roley Wilson “Billie”
June 14, 2022
Willie Mae Roley Wilson “Billie” was born March 6, 1934 in Halls Fork, Alabama. She was the second of seven children born to Willie Clarence and Mable Alice Johnson Roley. She passed away on June 12, 2022 in Columbia, TN. She is preceded in death by her husband of 38 years, Pella Ray “Bubba” Wilson; her sister, Vivian Roley White and brothers: Clarence Roley and Tommy Roley.
She is survived by her son, Jonathan Wilson and wife Tab; Her three grandchildren: Tate Wilson, Rhett Wilson and Aliza Wilson. She is also survived by her sisters: Mildred Roley Ledkins and Ruth Roley Beasley; her brother, Donald Roley and wife Debby. Including many nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be held Thursday, June 16, 2022 at 3:30 p.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL with Bro. Dan Morris officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Jonathan Wilson, Tate Wilson, Rhett Wilson, Donald Roley, Steve White and Erik Hooie.
Visitation will be held Thursday, June 16, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, AL.
In Lieu of flowers, Billie requested donations be made to Sacred Selections.
Norma Jean Depp
June 14, 2022
went to be with her Heavenly Father on June 13th, 2022. She spent many years of her adult life doing janitorial work for Chamber Door. Besides that, she was a loving mother and grandmother. Though her family was small she was loved and cherished by every member. Her chihuahua, Pepe, was her faithful companion until the end.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Lena Marcell Cook, and her brother, Michael Edward Mann.
Survivors include a daughter, Tamara Stricklin, of Pensacola, Florida. A son, Dennis Goodman (Mary) of Mountain Pine, Arkansas. And a granddaughter, Kearra Helton, of Pensacola, Florida.
She loved to fish, and loved watching The Price is Right. She left a lasting impression on everyone she met and will be deeply missed by many people. In lieu of flowers please donate to your local animal or homeless shelter.
Martha Woolery Sneed
June 14, 2022
Martha Woolery Sneed died Wednesday, June 1, 2022 in Pensacola, Florida. She was born to James Myron Woolery and Grace Godfrey Woolery in Louisville, Kentucky in 1932. Martha grew up and spent much of her adult life in Raleigh, North Carolina. As a youth she enjoyed spending summers at Camp Pinnacle near Hendersonville NC, playing violin, and visiting her maternal relatives in Birmingham, Alabama. She received her high school diploma from St. Mary’s School in 1949 and earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Duke University in 1953. After raising her children she returned to the workforce at Cameron-Brown, and later at Occidental Life Insurance.
Martha was predeceased by her parents, her brother James G. Woolery, and her former husband Henry M. Sneed. She is survived by her children Michael Sneed and wife Marizol Martinez of Raleigh NC, and Martha Anne Kelson and husband Russell Kelson of Walnut Hill FL, as well as by grandchildren Annabelle Sneed and Adrian Sneed of Raleigh NC, step grandchildren Jeannette Kelson and Charlie Kelson of Pensacola, and step great grandchildren Cheyenne Kelson and Maggie Kelson of Pensacola.
There will be a memorial service held on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at 5:00PM in St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, located at 600 S Main Street, Atmore AL.
In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to the Wake County Animal Adoption Center, 820 Beacon Lake Drive, Raleigh NC 27610.
Allen Lamar Lee
June 13, 2022
born in Atmore, Alabama on July 25, 1953 left this world with his loving family surrounding him on June 12, 2022 at the age of 68. He was a United States Army Veteran serving in the Intelligence Department. After retiring from the military, Allen worked and retired from International Paper as well as owning Sureline Corporation.
Allen was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather that never met a stranger.
He was preceded in death by his father, Chesley Garland Lee; mother, Edna Earle Foster Lee; brother, Garland Lee; and daughter, Mandie Lee.
Allen is survived by his wife, Debbie Creighton Lee; children, Cyndie Creighton, Chris Creighton, Matt Lee, Chelsey Lee Trawick, and Hunter Lee; grandson, Jake Creighton; and many other grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Hunter Lee officiating. Visitation will be held at noon prior to services.
The family would like to thank all the First Responders who assisted us in our times of need.
If you have a story or would like to say something on Allen’s behalf we would greatly appreciate it.
Please dress casual for this is what Allen would want.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North entrusted with arrangements.
Dorene Margaret Love
June 7, 2022
Dorene Margaret Love, age 73, of Murfreesboro, TN, formally of Molino, FL passed away on June 5, 2022 in Atmore, AL. She was born on May 28, 1949 in Albion, MI to Paul and Cora Edler Smeltzer. She was a Paraeducator at Riverdale High School and a member of River Rock Baptist Church in Murfreesboro, TN. She was a former member and Sunday school teacher at Highland Baptist Church and previously owned Molino Feed and Supply. Dorene was a loving and kind person. She was known as grandma love, granny love, grammy love, pop pop love, momma love, and mother love by all that knew her.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ronald Love; her twin sister, Diane Marie Cline and her brother, Paul Smeltzer, Jr.
She is survived by her sons: Ronald D. (Summer) Love of Molino, FL, John (Melanie) Love of Hamilton, OH, Daniel (Christin) Love of Atmore, AL and Benjamin (Alexander) Love of Pace, FL; her daughters: Elizabeth “Honey” Love (Chris) Davenport of Murfreesboro, TN, Rebecca (Aaron) Love-Kirkland of Loxley, AL and Faith Love (Brandon) Vollers of Beulah, FL; her brother, Lawrence “Buddy” Smeltzer of Coldwater, MI; her sisters: Barbara Jacobs of Homer, MI and Cora Angell of Homer, MI along with twenty-four grandchildren and many friends and family.
Funeral services will be held Friday, June 10, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at Highland Baptist Church in Molino, FL with Bro. Willie Davenport and Bro. Mark Torres officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Baptist Church Cemetery in Molino, FL.
Active pallbearers will be Ron Love, John Love, Daniel Love, Benjamin Love, Caleb Davenport, Caden Davenport, Bryson Love and Vincent Kirkland.
Honorary pallbearers will be Chris Davenport, Aaron Kirkland, Brandon Vollers and Alexander Love.
Visitation will be held Friday, June 10, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. until service time at 3:00 p.m. at Highland Baptist Church.
Family request flowers to be delivered to Highland Baptist Church.
They will be a Celebration of Life at a later date in Murfreesboro,TN.
Benjamin John Eicher
June 7, 2022
Benjamin John Eicher, age 78, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 2, 1943 in Summerdale, AL to the late Dorcy John Eicher and Iva Schroeder Eicher.
Ben voluntarily entered into the United States Army in September 1966 and served in Germany for three years. During his service he was awarded a Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Sharpshooter M-14, and obtained the rank of Sergeant (E-5). He continued his military service by serving in the United States Army Reserves for an additional three years after returning stateside. Upon his return from Germany he returned to McDavid, FL where he began his cabinetry business. Being self taught, he operated his business for many years building custom made cabinets and furniture. His craftsmanship was well known in the Walnut Hill, Atmore, and Pensacola areas. In addition, for many years he taught woodworking at a local trade school. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and traveling with his many friends. In his later years after retiring from woodworking and due to limited mobility, he enjoyed visits from friends and family, growing vegetables, and sitting on his porch swing watching the local wildlife.
Ben is preceded in death by his brother and sister in-law, Eldon and Rosie Eicher; sister and brother in-law, Vada and Bobby Byrd; brother, Winston Eicher; and sister, Nadine Eicher. He is survived by his daughter Natalie Weston (John); two grandchildren, Elizabeth Weston and Ryan Weston (Brittany); and one great-granddaughter Lillie Weston. Ben was also blessed to have many close friends as well as numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A memorial service is scheduled for July 2, 2022, which would have been Ben’s 79th birthday, at Pine Forest United Methodist Church in Pensacola, FL. Visitation is scheduled for 10 am and the service at 11 am.