Pearl Adale Macks
May 30, 2022
Mrs. Pearl Adale Macks, age 70, passed away on May 27, 2022 at her home in Flomaton, Alabama. She was born in New Orleans, LA. Pearl was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and had an impact on so many lives.
She was preceded in death by her parents-Harvey and Tinnie Odom; husband- Donnie Macks; four brothers- Paul Schmolke, Carl Schmolke, Harvey Odom, Marvin Odom and one sister- Lois Burkett.
She is survived by one son- Don Wesley Macks of Jay, FL; one daughter- Wendy (Billy) Merchant of Century, FL; two brothers- D.C Odom (Merle) of Century, FL and J.P. Odom of Century, FL; sister-Rose Wilson of Century, FL; six grandchildren- Jay W. Ates, Darrin Merchant, Mallory Merchant, Tanner Macks, Hannah Merchant and Todd Macks; three great grandchildren; special friend- Dale Ellis, along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Visitation with family and friends will be held on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 from 10:00-11:00 AM with funeral services to follow at 11:00 AM from Beulah Chapel Assembly of God in Byrneville, FL with the Rev. Tim Floyd officiating.
Interment will be in the Beulah Chapel Cemetery with Johnson Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements.
Sheila Marie McGhee Caraway
May 29, 2022
Sheila Marie McGhee Caraway went home to be with the Lord on May 25, 2022.
She was born on November 18, 1974 to John Arthur McGhee and Bernice Tripp McGhee. She was a life long resident of the Poarch Community where she lived and worked having spent almost 10 years working for the Creek Bingo Palace. She loved her family fiercely especially her three children Miranda, Mason and Maggie and her granddaughter Emilia Pearl. She also had a love for animals. Her dog Bailey brought her much comfort and joy as later in life her medical issues limited her mobility. At her best, she had a magnetic personality full of laughter and conversation. She was kind and humble and never once met a stranger. Throughout her life of highs and lows she tried to maintain hope that her life would improve with the help of Our Lord and the support of her family and friends.
Sheila is preceded in death by her father, John Arthur McGhee; maternal grandparents, Pearl Carolina Tripp and William Tripp; paternal grandparents, Luna Mae McGhee and Doris “Buck” McGhee; beloved daughter, Maggie Pearl Caraway; and brother-in-law, James “Jimmy” Dean.
She is survived by her mother, Bernice Tripp McGhee, of Poarch, AL; three sisters, Brenda (Michael) Johnson, of LaGrange, GA; Sherry (Kenneth) Howell, of Helena, AL; Kimberly McGhee Dean, of Atmore, AL; one daughter Miranda (Brandon) Hudson, of Saraland, AL; one son, Mason (Catie) Dean, of Auburn, AL; one granddaughter, Emilia Pearl, of Saraland, AL; three nephews, Jon (Malori) Dean, of Atmore, AL; James (Emily) Dean, of Atmore, AL; Nicholas Howell, of Helena, AL; two nieces, Olivia (Thomas) Morgan, of Atlanta, GA; Sophia Howell, of Helena, AL; one great nephew, Porter James Dean, of Atmore, AL; two great nieces, Carson Elizabeth Johnson, of Atmore, AL; and Mallie Claire Dean, of Atmore, AL.
Funeral services will be held Friday, June 3, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral home, LLC with Pastor Cornelius Phillips officiating.
Burial will follow at Judson Creek Indian Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Friday, June 3, 2022 from 12:00 PM until service time at 1:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Mason Dean, Jon Dean, James Dean, Ken Howell, Heath Ikner, and Mal McGhee.
Honorary pallbearers will be Nathan Martin, Daniel “Boone” McGhee, and Lamar Martin.
Charles R. Jones
May 27, 2022
Charles R. Jones, 86, of Milton, FL was reunited with the love of his life, Sue (Carroll) Jones, on May 24, 2022.
He spent many days talking about how much he was looking forward to seeing her again in heaven. He is together with her and all his other family members. He was born in Santa Rosa County, FL. He spent four years in the United States Air Force.
Charles was blessed with three children, Teresa, Melissa, and Devan.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Sue Carroll Jones; his parents, Andrew Jackson Jones and Gwendolyn Benise Jones of Milton, FL.
Charles is survived by his daughters, Teresa S. Jones (Charles) McCranie of Milton, FL; and Melissa A. Jones (Willie) Nisewonger of Century, FL; by his son, Charles (Devan) Jones of Milton, FL; and his beloved granddaughter Dr. Hannah E. Jones of Jacksonville, FL.
Visitation will be held for family only from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Sunday, May 29 at Lewis Funeral Home Milton Chapel. A Graveside service will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 29 at Serenity Gardens Cemetery in Milton, FL. Lewis Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.
Active pallbearers will be his sons-in-law, Charles G. McCranie and Willie G. Nisewonger, Mary Jones, Ronnie Hammond, Billy Criswell, and Hayden Hammond.
The family wishes to extend special thanks to all the staff and CNAs of Century Center for Rehabilitation and Healing for taking good care of him during his stay, and a very special thanks to Vitas Hospice Nurse, Abby, for his peaceful transition.
Eloise Peacock
May 27, 2022
Mrs. Eloise Peacock, age 84, passed away, Monday, May 20, 2022, at her home in Atmore, AL. She was born, September 8, 1937 in Flomaton, AL; and resided most of her life in Atmore, AL. She retired from Vanity Fair Mills with many years of employment. She was a member of Martinville Baptist Church.
Mrs. Peacock valued her time she got to spend with her husband, children and family. She loved going to church and listening to gospel music, and going fishing.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lee (Annie Lee Stokes) Nelson, one son, Richard Leon McGhee, Jr; one daughter, Pat Wiggins, two sisters, Dorothy Martin, Helen Ann Nelson, and one brother, Howard Nelson.
She is survived by her loving husband of 24 years, Harold Peacock, of Atmore, AL; four daughters, Rhonda Kay (Melton) Kendrick, of Atmore, AL: Shelley Peacock, of Columbus, MS; Linda Sue Wiggins, of Century, FL; Brenda Peacock, of Perdido, AL; two sons, Raymond (Laure) Simmons, of Atmore, AL; Bo Simmons, of Milton, FL; one sister, Joy Nelson (Peter) Smith, of Perdido, AL; one niece, Eia Leasha Martin, seven grandchildren, Melissa Kay Kendrick, of Atmore, AL; Stephanie Kendrick, of Atmore, AL; Angela McGhee, of Atmore, AL; Latisha Ann Smith, of Perdido, AL; Tiffaney McGhee Jones, of Pensacola, FL; Anna Evanoff, of Pensacola, FL; Christina McCire, of Jacksonville, FL; numerous great-grandchildren, and other relatives.
Funeral service will be held Friday, May 27, 2022 at 3:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC with Rev. Rickey Peebles and Rev. Don Sanks officiating.
Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Friday, May 27, 2022 from 2:00 PM until service time at 3:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Destiny Sky Trantham
May 27, 2022
Destiny Sky Trantham, 27, of Pensacola, Florida, went to her heavenly home on May 16, 2022.
Destiny cheered for 4 years, she was a real nature and outdoors girl. She enjoyed hiking, boating, going to the beach and mudding. Destiny’s children, Mason, Harley, Matthew and Robert meant the world to her. She will always be in our hearts and thoughts.
She was preceded in death by her son, Robert Pekarske; grandparents, Wayne and Margaret Trantham; Uncle, Jeff Trantham.
She is survived by her parents, James Trantham and Celeesha Edwards, children, Mason Welch, Harley Thomas, Matthew Thomas; brother, Clinton Edwards; grandmother, Terri Fouche; fiancé, Kyle Pekarske.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00pm on Saturday, May 28,2022 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North in Cantonment, Florida. Visitation will be prior to the service from 1:00pm to 3:00pm.
Cathy Marie Nelson
May 27, 2022
Mrs. Cathy Marie Nelson, age 63, passed away, May 24, 2022 in Flomaton, AL. She was born in Columbus, OH; and resided most her life in Century, FL.
Mrs. Nelson valued her time she got to spend with her family. She enjoyed watching Old TV Shows, and Westerns. She enjoyed going to Mardi Gras, creek and camping.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William Roger (Maxine Woolver) Scheurell, husband, Jimmy Nelson, two brothers, Roger Scheurell, and Ronnie Scheurell.
She is survived by her one son, Zach (Lacy) Nelson, of Brewton, AL; two daughters, Amy (Jeremiah) Walston, of Flomaton, AL; Amber (Dennis) Nelson, of McDavid, FL; three brothers, Tommy (Rose) Scheurell, of Columbus, OH; Danny (Alana) Scheurell, of Columbus, OH; Tony Scheurell, of Manitowoc, WI; one sister, Marilyn Ellis, of Nelsonville, OH; eight grandchildren, Caitlyn Nelson, Anna Roberson, Xander Nelson, Somer Nelson, Gabe Nelson, Kendall Redkey, Christopher Fick, Destiny Fick, two great-grandchildren, Lil Frankie Nelson, Brexley Fick-Manners numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Visitation will be held Friday, May 27, 2022 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM
Victoria Ellen Duke Rockwell
May 26, 2022
Victoria Ellen Duke Rockwell, age 70, of LaGrange, GA, passed into eternal rest Saturday, May 21, 2022 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.
Vicki, was born in Union, MS on May 1, 1952 and grew up in Pensacola, Florida. She graduated from Tate High School in Pensacola in 1970, then went on to study Home Economics at Pensacola Junior College, then transferring to Troy University.
Vicki married her high school sweetheart, James Nelson Rockwell Jr. “Jim”, on September 2, 1972. This September would have been their 50th wedding anniversary.
Vicki was preceded in death by her parents, Alex and Margie Duke, her mother-in-law and father-in-law Jim and Marion Rockwell Sr., and several aunts and uncles.
She is survived by her husband, James “Jim” Rockwell Jr of LaGrange; children Alexander “Sandy” (Lisa) Rockwell of LaGrange, Carrie Rockwell Wood of Statesboro, Mary Rockwell of LaGrange; 3 grandchildren Walker and Amelia Rockwell of LaGrange and Porter Wood of Statesboro. She is also survived by two brothers, Harrison (Janice) Duke and Robert (Cindy) Duke, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Vicki was a very creative individual. For most of her children’s younger years, she would sew beautiful outfits and dresses using smocking techniques with special fabrics and French lace. Her creativity was put into her passion for floral arrangements as her children were older. She started her first business, Affairs to Remember, in 2000, creating floral arrangements for weddings and events. This business grew into her opening her own store located in downtown LaGrange-The White Orchid, named for her favorite flower. This was a special boutique that featured home décor, wedding registry and specialty clothing lines and of course she continued to keep fresh flowers for events.
She also decorated homes and the local hospital for many years at Christmas, as well as teaching floral classes at Hills and Dales.
Growing up in Pensacola, Vicki has always had a love for the beach where she would spend many summer days. After her retirement, she spent as many days as she could walking the beaches collecting shells and enjoying the sand & surf.
Vicki’s family would like to thank the Wellstar Home Hospice Team, the medical staff at Warm Springs Medical Center Nursing Home and, the caregivers and staff at Poplar Creek.
Also, a personal thank you to very special friends that help care for Vicki; Tommy Whitworth, Dr. Tommy Gore, Laura & Blair Harlin, and Phil & Gayle Oliver.
The family will have a Celebration of Life for family and friends on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 from 5:00pm until 9:00pm at the Del’Avant Event Center located in LaGrange.
Flowers are accepted but donations may be made to the Harmony House in LaGrange or to Alzheimer’s Research.
Arrangements are by Bluffton Funeral Services, Lanett, Alabama.
Gladys “Granny” Lee
May 25, 2022
Gladys “Granny” Lee
5/7/1919-5/23/2022
Granny, age 103, passed away on May 23, 2022 in her Molino home surrounded by her family. She was born in Barth, FL to Charlie and Alice Ward. Granny was a lifelong resident of Molino, Florida. When Granny was not at home raising her 4 sons, she could be found working in the lunch room at old Molino school. She was a devoted and faithful member of her church, Calvary Apostolic Tabernacle for 70+ years. You could always find Granny in the kitchen, whether it be at home or church. She enjoyed canning vegetables and going on camping trips with her late husband, Murdock. In her later years, she enjoyed coloring and making cards. She could also be seen giving the children a ride on her walker.
Granny was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Alice Ward, her husband, Murdock F. Lee, her sons, Dauphin E. Lee and George F. Lee, her grandson, Michael Lee, great grandson, Kyle Smith and siblings, Lena Ward, Nancy Terry and Clarence Ward. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Buford and Faye Lee and Randy and Carri Lee, her grandchildren, Debbie, Belinda, Bruce, Kathan, Steven, Tommy, Brian, and Alan, 14 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren.
Granny will be greatly missed by her family, friends, church family and anyone who was fortunate enough to have met her. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Randy and Carri Lee for their dedication and care of Granny in her final years, to Emerald Coast Hospice, especially nurse Shannon, and the TLC sitters.
The pallbearers will be Alan Lee, Bruce Lee, Bruce Lee Jr. Cameron Snyder, Derek Smith and Tommy Lee. Honorary pallbearers will be Douglas Neal, Michael Burnham, Millan Molina, and Parish Smith. The service will be held Friday, May 27, 2022 at Calvary Apostolic Tabernacle in Molino, FL with visitation at 1PM, funeral service at 2PM and burial to follow at the church cemetery.
Harold Reggie Comalander
May 23, 2022
Mr. Harold Reggie Comalander, age 58, passed away, April 29, 2022 in Largo, FL. He was lifelong resident of McDavid, FL. He was a brick mason for many years.
Mr. Comalander valued his time he got to spend with his family. He enjoyed going fishing and hunting.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James D. (Beulah Bethea) Comalander, three brothers, Darriell Comalander, Chris Comalander, David Comalander, and one sister, Georgia Prescott.
He is survived by his two daughters, of Pensacola, FL; five brothers, James Edward (Lizabeth) Comalander, of McDavid, FL; Larry Dove (Hazel) Comalander, of Mcdavid, FL; Jerry Thomas (Bobbie) Comalander, of Dothan, AL; Lamar Oliver (Pattsy) Comalander, of Lockhart, AL; Allen Victor Comalander, of Frisco City, AL; three sisters, Eleanor Yvonne Stuckey, of Century, FL; Melba Louise (Burrley) Townson, of Poplar Dell, FL; Mary Jane (Dempsey) Hall, of Davisville, FL; numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Funeral service will be Sunday, May 22, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC with Rev. Fred Stallworth officiating.
Burial will follow at Christian Home Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Sunday, May 22, 2022 from 1:00 PM until service time at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Tyler Addison, Rick Ousley, Zack Herndon, Christopher Comalander, James Hughes, James Kimmons, and Larry McClain.
Harriett (Lynn) Seibert
May 23, 2022
Harriett (Lynn) Seibert, 58, of Molino, FL went to be with the Lord on May 20th, 2022, while surrounded by her family and close friends.
Lynn was born on February 3rd, 1964, to parents Jerry and Kitty Whatley, and she immediately brought joy and laughter to the family and world. Lynn was raised in the Myrtle Grove community and was baptized at Myrtle Grove Baptist Church. Lynn graduated from Escambia High School and later attended Pensacola Junior College where she received her degree in law enforcement. She worked for the Escambia County Sheriff Department and the Clovis Police Department in New Mexico. She later served as a court magistrate in Dothan and then a dispatcher for the Huntsville Police Department before retiring to focus on her family. Our family, as well as our dear friends, always appreciated Lynn’s service to our communities and country.
Lynn fell in love with Steve Seibert and they were wed on December 12th, 1998. Steve and Lynn were happily married for 23 years, and have been inseparable from the day they met. Lynn was a fiercely dedicated mother and grandmother. Lynn and Steve have four children, raising each of them with a solid foundation to allow all of them to accomplish many wonderful things, while most notably, their own loving families. Lynn loved helping others, photography, arts and crafts, baking, and spending time with her family! Family always came first to Lynn above all things. Lynn was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, “Sweet Momma”, daughter, sister, and sister-in-law. The hole left by her absence is impossible to fill, but we are at peace knowing she is with our Lord and Savior.
Lynn is survived by her husband, Steve; four children, Brittany (Manny) Navas; Kylie Hutton; Brice (Brittney) Hutton; and Bailey Seibert (Zach Batten); three grandchildren, Melody Hutton, Finley Hutton, and Hugo Navas; parents, Jerry and Kitty Whatley; sister, Vondie (Jimmy) Andrews; nephew, Joshua Bryan Andrews; a large extended family; innumerable friends; and two cats, Franklin and Maxwell.
Please join us in a Celebration of Life, officiated by Rev. Brian Calhoun, at Faith Chapel North, 1000 S. Hwy 29, Cantonment, FL 32533 on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 at 11:00 am with visitation beginning at 10:00 am.