Jackie Randal “Butterbean” Dean
May 13, 2022
Mr. Jackie Randal “Butterbean” Dean, age 71 of Harrison Avenue in Jay, Florida, passed away Wednesday evening May 11, 2022. Mr. Dean was a native of Dothan, Alabama and a long time resident of Jay, Florida and had resided in Flomaton for the past 6 months. He was a truck driver and had worked for AAA Cooper Transportation, Genie Transportation and Campbell Sand & Gravel. Mr. Dean attended Century Church of Christ.
Preceded in death by his parents, James C. Dean and Bernell Gilley Dean; his wife of 48 years, Diane Simmons Dean; son-in-Law, Shannon Edwards; brother, Lamar Dean.
He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Karen H. Dean of Flomaton; son, Matthew Kirk Dean of Corning, New York; daughter, Heather Edwards of Jay; brother, David Dean of Canton, Georgia; sisters, Barbara Cooper of Newnan, Georgia, Leah Lathen of Jay, Lydia Dean of Pflugerville, Texas; granddaughter, Shawna Anell Johnson; two step-sons, Christopher (Nancy) Hammonds of Daphne, Andrew (Carla) Hammonds of Brewton; seven step-grandchildren, Tristan Montgomery, Shanna Smith, Kenna Pettis, Lexie Hammonds, Seth Hammonds, and Sydney Hammonds.
Visitation will be held Monday morning May 16, 2022 at from the Century Church of Christ from 10 A.M. until service time at 11 A.M.
Funeral services for Mr. Jackie Randal “Butterbean” Dean will be held Monday May 16, 2022 at 11 A.M. from the Century Church of Christ with Minister Jessie Claunch and Brother Greg Harris officiating. Interment will follow in Jay Cemetery
Billy Nathan Scott
May 13, 2022
Billy Nathan Scott, age 71, of Little River, AL passed away on May 6, 2022. He was born on July 30, 1950 in Uriah, AL to Jacob Millard and Lilly Mae Cooper Scott. He was a welder with Alabama Tank. He had the ability to give a new life to old possessions. He is preceded in death by his parents; his sons, Danny Wayne Scott and Timothy Harold Scott and his siblings, Perry Scott, Velma Odom and Roberta Johnson.
He is survived by his wife, Connie Reed Scott; his sons, Tony (Stephanie) Tolbert of Booneville, AL, Anthony Douglas of Birmingham, AL and Timothy Nathan Scott, who he raised like a son; his daughters, Ronda Kay Scott of Stockton, AL, Marie (James) Grice of Atmore, AL, Maria Hughes of McCullough, AL, Charlene (Michael) Jeter of Uriah, AL, Deloris George of Mobile, AL and Donna (Dan) Thompson of TN; his brother, Wilmer
(Jean) Scott of Bay Minette, AL; his sister, Annie Ruth Scott of Atmore, AL and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Friday, May 13, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel in Atmore, AL with Bro. Cornelius Phillips officiating. Interment will be at Mamie’s Chapel Cemetery in Little River, AL.
Active pallbearers will be Kody Stewart, Nate Scott, Dalton Tolbert, Kenny Powell, Mike Johnson and Mitch Johnson.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Overstreet, Wendell Powell, Jim Staff, Frank Odom and Ed Lietz.
Visitation will be held Friday, May 13, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until service time 11:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ian Fraser King
May 11, 2022
Ian Fraser King, 83, of Molino, FL passed away on Thursday, May 5, 2022.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian; parents, Edward and Joan King; sister, Alison Diana Jones; and daughter, Angela Bonifay.Surviving are his children, Deborah Rossi (Robert), David King (Jackie), and Ted King (Jenny); grandchildren, Stephen Rossi, Jordan Jack, Jennifer Sanderson, Ian Nowling, and Olivia and Amelia King; 6 great-grandchildren; sister, Julia Montesi; and a loving, extended family.
Ian (John) was born in Sutton Coldfield, England.He immigrated to the United States with his family living in River Edge, NJ and Bethel, CT.After high school, he became a US citizen and served in the US Navy for four years.While in the Navy he met and married his wife, Lillian.After the Navy, he raised his family in Pace while working for Air Products.He retired after 39 years and moved to Molino.His retirement years were spent working on and enjoying his property and scuba diving with his sons.He donated over 18 gallons of blood during his lifetime.He supported his church by serving as a trustee, maintaining the church, and singing in the choir (terribly!).He helped his wife establish the Molino Mid-County Historical Society and with the transformation of the vacant Molino School into the Molino Community Complex.
Donations in John’s memory may be made to Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 6915 US 29, Molino, FL 32577.
Pallbearers will be Stephen Rossi, Robert Rossi, Brian Montesi, Robert Mobley, Alan Smith, and Ted Hassebrock.
Visitation will be Thursday, May 12, 2022, 9:30-11:00am at Aldersgate United Methodist Church.Funeral services will be at the church immediately after visitation. Interment will follow in Aldersgate United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Janice Ward Ellis
May 10, 2022
Janice Ward Ellis was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, teacher, and friend. She left this world unexpectedly on May 8, 2022 at age 65.
She was born to James and Mary Ward on September 3, 1956. After graduating from Allentown High School, Jan attended Troy State University where she met her husband, John Hart Ellis. She graduated from Troy with her bachelor’s degree in special education and later received her masters from Auburn University. Jan and John Hart resided in Evergreen, Alabama, and later Allentown, Florida.
Jan was a giver of herself to all of those around her including her husband, two daughters, and 4 grandchildren. Jan was in Special Education for 44 years, where she was currently still working in Santa Rosa County. She touched the lives of many children, families, and coworkers through the years and was a wealth of knowledge on numerous topics.
Jan is proceeded in death by her parents, James & Mary Ward of Allentown, Florida and her parents-in- law, Harry and Betty Ellis of Evergreen, Alabama.
Jan is survived by her husband of 42 ½ years, John Hart, her two daughters, Lauren (Jonathan) Peaden of Pace, Florida, Amanda (Lee) Parratt of Allentown, and 4 grandchildren, Sarah Abram, Wesleigh Outland, Elisha Parratt, and Ezra Parratt, her two sisters, Kathy Padgett, Gwen (Wayne) Brannum, one brother, Bill Ward, and one sister-in-law, Rachel (Ellis) Golson, as well as other numerous relatives and friends. She will be missed greatly by her family, friends, and colleagues.
Services for Jan Ellis will be held on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at Calvary Baptist Church in Allentown, Florida (5405 Calvary Church Road, Milton, FL) Visitation will be held from 4:00-5:00 with a memorial service to follow at 5:00.
Steven James Lovelace
May 10, 2022
Steven James Lovelace, 73, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away May 1, 2022, in his home.
He was born on September 9, 1948, to James & Mabel Lovelace in King City, California.
He enlisted in the Marine Corps from 1967 to 1970 where he served in the Vietnam War, in 1972 he joined the Air Force and retired as a Master Sergeant in 1989.
He is survived by his daughter, Gina L Wright and nephew, Ronald J Allison.
Private burial will be held in King City Cemetery in California.
Jack Wayne Dixon
May 10, 2022
Jack Wayne Dixon
01/30/1947 – 04/30/2022
Jack was born in Pensacola, FL and lived his early years in Aragon Court where he maintained order with his posse of “stick horse cowboys”.
He graduated in the class of 1965 from Pensacola Tech, during which time he met the love of his life, Linda Sue Taylor. His love of sports and people led to the fulfillment of his dream to start his own business, Dixon Brother’s Sporting Goods in 1973. The business became a cornerstone of the Ensley community and is still thriving today as Dixon Screenprinting. His impact on the lives of individuals through coaching and mentoring of youth in the surrounding communities is immeasurable and will live on in the lives of those he touched. If you ever met Jack, you knew you had a friend for life. His dream of being a cowboy was realized when he and Linda moved to Summerdale, AL and settled into the “farm life”. He had a deep love for all of God’s creatures and cared for his land and animals with the same respect he had for people. J
ack became an active member of Summerdale United Methodist Church where he taught Sunday School and served on numerous committees during which time his relationship with Christ grew and became the center of his life. He loved his family, friends and his community…but most of all, he loved Jesus. In the latter part of his life, Jack’s desire was to spread the gospel and make sure that he would see each of you again one day in heaven. It is goodbye for now, but not for long. Happy trails to you until we meet again!
He was preceded in death by his mother, Maggie Ruth Dixon; father, Harvey Marion Dixon; siblings, Joyce (Lyle) Bartsh, Joanne (Ernie) Graessle, Jerrie (Jimmy) McNair, Judi (Harry) Hamm, Harvey “Buddy” (Barbara) Dixon, John Dixon, James R. Dixon and Donna Marconi.
Jack was survived by his wife of 55 years, Linda Sue Dixon; sons, Jack Todd (Kristen) Dixon and Jason (Lisa) Dixon; daughter, Jessica S. Bryan; Miss Suzie Q-Border Collie and Prissy- Mountain Cur; grandsons, Drew (Jodie) Dixon and Riley Dixon; grandson, Harden Liam Bryan; sister, Linda (Rick) Bunger; sisters-in-law, Shasta Dixon, Carol Barrell, Cheryl (Terry) Nettles, Teri Carey, Rebecca (Tom) Rigby and Joyce Zabriskie; brother-in- law, George (Peggy) Taylor; and beloved nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 7, 2022 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Bro. Judd Coggin and Rev. Glyn Lowery, Jr. will officiate services. Burial will follow in Gonzalez UMC Cemetery. The family will receive friends at noon, prior to services.
Pallbearers will be Drew Dixon, Riley Dixon, Harden Liam Bryan, John Paul Caballero, Steve Graessle, and Greg Hamm. Doug Riggan, Andy Scanlon, Buck Cato, Billy Houdashelt, John Resmondo, Don McCrory, Robert E. Haber will serve as Honorary Pallbearers. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alabama Sheriff’s Boys Ranch
Anna Mae Dunsford
May 8, 2022
Mrs. Anna Mae Dunsford, age 84, passed away, Saturday, May 7, 2022 in Century, FL. She was born in Leadville, Colorado and resided most of her in Century, FL. She retired as a seamstress with Vanity Fair Mills with many years of service. She was a member of Faith Bible Baptist Church.
Mrs. Dunsford valued her time she got to spend with her family, and grandchildren. She enjoyed shopping, going to church and reading her Bible.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John (Mary A. Kolenc) Shober, husband, Hubert W. Dunsford, two sons, Roger Dunsford, and James Dunsford.
She is survived by her three sons, Richard (Judy) Dunsford, of Tampa, FL; Michael (Tame) Dunsford, of Century, FL; William Dunsford, of Century, FL; two daughters, Donna (Brian) Bare, of Franklin, TN; Vicki (James) Godwin, of Century, FL; sixteen grandchildren, twenty-nine great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, other relatives, and friends.
Graveside service will be Monday, May 9, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Byrneville Community Cemetery with Rev. Ricky Dunsford officiating.
Burial will follow at Byrneville Community Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Preston Godwin, Dusty Godwin, Jacob Dunsford, Anson Bedwell, Aidan Bedwell, and Kenneth White.
Paula Helton Daniel
May 7, 2022
Paula Helton Daniel, age 85, of Atmore, AL passed away on May 4, 2022 in Atmore, AL. She was born on November 15, 1936 to George Everette and Mazie Lee Conway Helton.
She was the owner/operator of Coiffures by Paula for many years. She is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Paul Helton and Jimmy Helton.
She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Raymond Daniel; her sons, Chad Paul Daniel of Houston, TX, Nathan Ray (Cyndi) Daniel of Bratt, FL and Scott A. (Susanne) Daniel of Mobile, AL; her daughter, Cyndi D. (Mike) Stacey of Atmore, AL; her grandchildren, Lauren Stacey, Blake Daniel, Dex Daniel and Dalton Ray Daniel and her great grandchildren, Tazden Fay and Taven Fay.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 7, 2022 at 2 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel in Atmore, AL with Robby Jaye officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Don Jackson, Stan Spears, Greg Odom, Dex Daniel, Dalton Daniel, Blake Daniel and Mike Ward.
Visitation will be held Saturday, May 7, 2022 from 12 Noon until service time at 2:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
E.B. “Woody” Williams Jr.
May 6, 2022
E.B. “Woody” Williams Jr. passed away peacefully on May 5, 2022 with his wife Mary Frances Williams by his side. Woody was born April 17, 1937 in Pensacola. He lived his entire life in Pensacola and passed away in Pensacola.
He was preceded in death by his father, E.B. Williams Sr., his mother, Leo Williams, his sister Gwendolyn Williams, and Brother Larry Williams.
Woody is survived by his Wife Mary Frances Williams, his sons Monte Williams (Patrice) and Dean Williams (Taunia), Grandson Robb Whitfield (Amber), Granddaughter Amber Box (Jonathan), Great granddaughter Aria Whitfield, and Great Grandson Ian Box.
Woody carried out the role of husband, father, brother, and grand parent with strength and consistency. His impact on all who knew him and the community, cannot truly be measured. He led by Example!!
He was born in the back of a taxi on Garden St. as they were trying to make it to his aunt’s house that once sat where McGuires is today. He grew up in the Brent area and graduated from Pensacola High School in 1956. While in high school, he delivered papers for the Pensacola News Journal, which at that time had to be done on foot or bicycle. He biked the largest paper route at that time daily. He then spent 2 years in the Navy on board the USS Suribachi. He returned home to begin his longtime career.
He found work in the construction industry where he would have a big impact on many lives and careers. As a contractor for over 40 years, he constructed hundreds of homes. More importantly along the way he taught the trade and the business from the ground up to all of those worked with him and for him. His sons (Monte and Dean Williams) nephew (Danny Williams) and honorary son (Kevin Ward) all became local contractors and all have incredible respect and appreciation for the training, guidance, and advice he always provided. Many others went on to successful careers as well with help from his mentorship.
Woody and his family were heavily involved in East Brent Baptist Church from its very beginning. He served as a Deacon, Record keeper, Chair of the building committee, and any other capacity called on. Truly devoted to God, Church, and Family.
While he was a wonderful businessman, it was more important to him to help others and give back. He never asked for kudos or recognition. He would give anonymously to many at Thanksgiving and Christmas for example. Anyone who knew him will tell you his life is an example worth following and emulating him is a goal worth pursuing. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
In lieu of flowers please either donate to East Brent Baptist Church at http://my.simplegive.com/eastbrent OR send a check to the Home Builders Association of West Florida, Inc. 4400 Bayou Blvd., Suite45, Pensacola, FL 32503.
The service will be at East Brent Baptist Church on Monday, May 9, 2022 at 1:00 PM. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Msgt Brooks Michael Bergeron
May 5, 2022
Msgt Brooks Michael Bergeron (USMC Retired), born November 24, 1964 in Lafayette, Lousiana, to Howard Bergeron and Barbara Matthews, gained his wings on Monday, April 18, 2022, after a short illness.
Msgt. “Top Baj” Bergeron spent 24 years serving his Country Honorably. He was a “Marine’s Marine” and all who served with him will miss him dearly. Known as the crazy Cajun who could fish with a line tied to his foot! Brooks married Cheryl Lynn Wilson in June 1991 and were best friends till the end. He had a Bachelor’s of Science in business and wrote the schematics for the Marine ATC school after their relocation to NAS Pensacola, from Millington. He served in O.E.F. and was a member of MATCA after retiring. He will be remembered most for his ready smile, his crawfish boils and his ability to play any instrument he put his hands on. He was also the giver of thousands of “Jesus dollars” just to see you smile. His journey was short but his memory will be long. Fair winds Marine. Semper Fi
He is survived by his son, Beaux C. Bergeron and His daughter, Micheal Lynn Bergeron-Nelson; and many other family and devoted friends who loved him.
Memorial service will be held at Liberty Church, located at 2221 S. Blue Angel Parkway, on Friday, May 6, 2022 from 11:00AM – 12:00PM. There will be a Celebration of Life immediately after at 12:00PM. Pastor Wayne Butts and Pastor Matt Mills will be officiating. Inurnment will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery, NAS Pensacola, FL.