Jerry Darnell Wiggins
April 9, 2022
Jerry Darnell Wiggins, age 73, of McDavid, FL passed away on April 4, 2022 in Pensacola, FL. He was born on September 17, 1948 in Century, FL to Clifton and Doris McClammy Wiggins. He retired from Masland Carpets. He loved his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. One of his favorite things was to sit on his front porch and wave as people drove by.
One of Jerry’s favorite sayings was “If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all!”
He is preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Brenda Simmons Wiggins; his son, Randy Wiggins of McDavid, FL; his daughters, Alicia Wiggins (Tony Godwin) of Brewton, AL and Sherry Wiggins (Kenneth) Roley of Davisville, FL; his brothers, Donnie Wiggins of McDavid, FL and David Wiggins of McDavid, FL; his sister, Rita Nichols of Atmore, AL along with seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Tyler Roley officiating. Interment will follow at Crary Memorial Cemetery in McDavid, FL.
Active pallbearers will be Tony Godwin, Kenneth Roley, Jon Thorp, David Harrington, Aaron “Pee Wee” Killiam and Clayton Simmons.
Honorary pallbearers will be Freddie Fillingim and Paul Walston.
Visitation will be held Saturday, April 9, 2022 from 10:30 a.m. until service time at 11:30 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Kenny Ray Pierson, Jr.
April 6, 2022
Kenny Ray Pierson, Jr. passed away on March 30, 2022 at the age of 47. He was born on March 18, 1977 in Pensacola, Florida. Kenny worked for Timber Contractors as a logger.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Raymond “Bum” and Jeanette Pierson; and his paternal great grandparents, Raymond L. and Rose Pierson.
Kenny is survived by his two sons, Kenneth Ray Pierson, II and Kolton Pierson; daughter, Kensley Pierson; parents, Kenneth Ray, Sr. and Shannon Holmes Pierson; sister, Alexis Pierson; niece, Kenleigh Bienias; aunt and uncle, Acie and Brenda Dickerson; aunt, Barbara Joyner; and uncle. Jeff Holmes.
Funeral services will be held at 11AM, on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Burial will follow in Cora Baptist Church Cemetery, Jay, Florida.
The family will receive friends at 10AM prior to services.
Elaine Connell Penton
April 6, 2022
Elaine Connell Penton passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family March 30, 2022. She was born December 21, 1946 in Clanton, Alabama to the late Dalton and Sarah Connell.
Elaine was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Wayne Penton; and grandson, Trace Penton.
Elaine is survived by her children; Cyndi (David) Boyd, Howard (Becky) Penton, Jerry Penton; 7 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren with one on the way, sister; Christina Martin, numerous nieces and nephews.
Elaine also fondly known as “MeMe”, took pride in caring for and supporting her family and friends in numerous pastimes including car racing, sports and high school band. She was most happy surrounded by family and friends and providing an expertly home cooked meal. She was an avid animal lover, she never met a stray she didn’t like.
In keeping with her wishes, a memorial will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers to honor her love of animals, please donate to your local animal rescue.
Michael Wayne Barnhill
April 6, 2022
Mr. Michael Wayne Barnhill, age 58, passed away, Monday, April 4, 2022 peacefully at his home in Atmore, AL. He was a lifelong resident of Atmore, AL. He retired at Wind Creek Atmore with several years of service.
Mr. Barnhill valued his time he got to spend with his family and friends. He enjoyed shooting pool, playing basketball, and was an avid Alabama Football Fan. He was a member of Gospel Light Chapel, and a proud member of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Shirley White Barnhill, one brother, Roger Wayne Barnhill, and one sister, Terri Barnhill Watkins.
He is survived by his father, Dillard Barnhill, of Atmore, AL; one brother, Ronald “Rocky” Barnhill, of Atmore, AL; two sisters, Melissa Barnhill Ellis, of Flomaton, AL; Madonna Barnhill, of Atmore, AL; other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 9, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC with Rev. Charles Rolin officiating.
Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Saturday, April 9, 2022 from 10:30 AM until service time at 11:00 AM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Dr. Sueann Line Donahue
April 6, 2022
Dr. Sueann Line Donahue was born in Kenton County Kentucky on July 2, 1939. She was the
daughter of John D. Line and Katherine Masters Line. She graduated from Dixie High School
and worked across the river in Cincinnati for AT&T as an Engineering Clerk. She left Kentucky
when she married Charles Richard Donahue of the US Navy. They traveled the world and were
married 62 years. They were blessed with two children Melessa “Donahue” Veith and Sean D.
Donahue. She decided to begin her college career in 1975 after substitute teaching. This would
be a magnificent undertaking resulting in an Associates (PJC) Bachelors (UWF)Masters &
Specialist (UWF)degrees and ultimately her Doctorate of Philosophy in Elementary Education
(PHD) at FSU. She completed her Doctorate in 1997 at the youthful age of 56. She was a
“teacher of teachers” and children. Even after receiving her doctorate, she continued to teach 5 th
grade. She retired from ECSD at 70 with 30+ years but continued as an instructor in education
at UWF. She was a member of Phi Delta Kappa International, Delta Kappa Gamma- Alpha XI,
Women of the Church, Military Wives Clubs. She was a fabulous mother to her two children and
8 grandchildren. She invested in their lives in so many ways especially spiritually. She was a
supporter of many. Very giving. She loved her hobbies and even with them she was giving. She
loved to sew. She made things for herself but through sewing she gave to others. She loved to
read and gave books away. She loved to grow flowers and work outside. She enjoyed traveling
and went to Europe for 3 weeks once. Her life was a full one. Most of all she was a strong
Believer with a serious Faith. She believed in Prayer and when asked about a concern she
always said “Pray about it” and “Ask for the Lords will”. There are so many scriptures she would
quote and she referenced Christ in many. She loves Jesus. This really sums up her life. She
loved Chuck Donahue, she loved her children and grandchildren, her family, her teaching, her
friends, her colleagues, her students. She loved her very life, but ultimately, she loved Jesus
and she will spend eternity with Him.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Crutcher and Elizabeth Masters and John C. and
Nell Line; aunts and uncles, Lines and Masters; sister, Linda L. Ravencraft; stepsister, Kathy
Bova.
Sueann is survived by her husband, Charles Richard Donahue; daughter, Melessa D.
(Andrew)Veith; son, Sean D. (Ginny) Donahue; grandchildren, Victoria Veith, Gabriel Veith,
Olivia Veith, Amelia Veith, Charles D.F. Donahue, Sofia and Jonah Drach, and Noah Kirkland;
numerous nieces and nephews on both sides. Memorials can be made to the Dr. Sueann L.
Donahue- Beginning Teacher Scholarship at PSC.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, Florida is entrusted
with arrangements. You may express condolences online at www.fcfhs.com.
Miriam Nee (Reznick) Hillerby
April 6, 2022
Miriam Nee (Reznick) Hillerby, 72, went to be with our Heavenly Father on March23, 2022. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 5, 1949, to her parents, Robert and Hazel Mathias Reznick.
Miriam worked at Wheeling, IL as a dispatcher for many years. She also worked for the Wauconda police department.
She was a foster mom to many for many years. Miriam was a very kind and loving woman.
She is preceded in death by both her parents.
Miriam leaves behind her longtime companion, Jimmy Thompson; loving sister, Laurie (Eric) Steinke; as well as her nieces, Michele and Jocelynn; and great nephew, Trevor; her grandchildren who called her Maw Maw, Mathew, Danny, Pari, Kali, and many others; she also leaves behind her close friends, Chris, Gage, Cheryl, Kristen, and Dorothy who she loved till the end.
She will be missed by many who loved her.
Trahan Family Funeral Home are overseeing arrangements.
Lois Christine Freeman
April 5, 2022
Mrs. Lois Christine Freeman, age 87, passed away Thursday, March 31, 2022 in Pensacola, FL. She has resided most of her life in Jay, FL. She was a member of Jay First Baptist Church. She was retired from Vanity Fair Mills with 24 years of service.
Mrs. Freeman enjoyed the time she got to spend with her family and her church. She enjoyed being an Eastern Star, and gardening. She was always known for speaking what was on her mind!
Mrs. Freeman is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Crocker (Blanch Lowrey) Harrison, one daughter, Tonya Barrow, two husbands, J D Freeman, Murdic Eddins, one grandchild, Brook Eddins, three brothers, and three sisters.
She is survived by her two sons, Mardic (Angela) Eddins, of Century, FL; Liston (Nancy) Eddins, of Montgomery, AL; one daughter, Peggy (Edward) Vann, of Jay, FL; nine grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 7, 2022 at Jay First Baptist Church at 12:00 PM with Rev. George Fredericks, Jr. officiating.
Burial will follow at Pine Level Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, April 7, 2022 from 11:00 AM until service time at 12:00 PM at Jay First Baptist Church.
Pallbearers will be Markus Eddins, Kris Eddins, Blake Eddins, Bret Eddins, Bart Eddins, and Ryan Holder.
Ricky Herrera
April 5, 2022
Mr. Ricky Herrera, age 47, passed away, Friday, April 1, 2022 in Atmore, AL. Mr. Herrera was born in McKinny, TX; and has resided most of his life in Atmore, AL. He was employed as a supervisor with Escambia Peanut Company with many years of employment.
Mr. Herrera loved his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed playing cornhole. He loved tinkering around with different things. He enjoyed helping people, and he never met a stranger. He was an avid Alabama Football Fan. He loved animals and always took in many.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Camillo Gonzales and Angelita (Sepulveda) Herrera, one son, Ricky Josh Herrera, and grandmother, Cipriana Sepulveda.
He is survived by his loving wife of twenty-nine years, Melissa Herrera, of Atmore, AL; two sons, Isaac “Taco” Bernal, of Atmore, AL; A J (Casey) Campos, of Atmore, AL; two daughters, Jessica (Jason) Love, of Atmore, AL; Kari Herrera, of Atmore, AL; two brothers, John Herrera, of Owatonna, MN; Rubin Herrera, of Atmore, AL; one sister, Monica Herrera, of Twin Cities, MN; thirteen grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services will be held Friday, April 8, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC with Bro. Michael Roley officiating.
Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, April 7, 2022 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Taco Bernal, A J Campos, John Herrera, Herman Lafuente, Mikey Rodriguez, and Jose Louis Medina.
Honorary pallbearers will be Rubin Herrera, Chon Sepulveda, and Greg Phillips.
Arthur “Bud” Lambeth, Jr.
April 5, 2022
Mr. Arthur “Bud” Lambeth, Jr. age 78, passed away, Sunday, April 3, 2022, peacefully at his home in Atmore, AL. He had resided for several years in Flomaton, Al; and has lived in Atmore, AL; since 1986. He was a member of Little Escambia Baptist Church and also served in the United States National Guard for 6 years. He was a “Butcher” for many years around the Atmore area, and retired from Liberty National Insurance with 20 years of service.
Mr. Lambeth valued his time he got to spend with his family. He enjoyed going camping, fishing, and hunting. He enjoyed getting outside cooking out for his family and friends and taking care of his yard.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur (Mattie Mae Bedgood) Lambeth, Sr; three brothers, Charles Lambeth, Rufus Lambeth, William Bo Lambeth, three sisters, Alice Rea Lee, Gladys Brunson, and Bernice McHenry.
He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Judy Lambeth, of Atmore, AL; two sons, Shannon (April) Lambeth, of Fairhope, AL; Michael (Angela) Lambeth, of Monroeville, AL; four grandchildren, Jessica Lambeth, Trent Lambeth, Sara Katherine Lambeth, Ryann Lambeth, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at 12:00 PM at Petty Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC with Rev. Doug Odom officiating.
Burial will follow at Little Escambia Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 6, 2022 from 11:00 AM until service time at 12:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Pallbearers will be David Kirby, Charlie Rush, Matt Jordan, Pep Parrish, Kenny Rolin, and Russell Hammac.
William Douglas Rittenbery
April 4, 2022
William Douglas Rittenbery went to his heavenly home on April 11, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 63 years old. He loved going to the races, camping with Patti and Ava and spending time at the beach with friends and family. Doug had a heart for people and loved the Lord with all his heart. He was blessed with incredible friends and will be missed by many.
Doug was preceded in death by his father William “Billy” Rittenbery and stepfather Leonard Young. He is survived by his mother, Mary Frances Young, his wife Patti, daughter Brandi (Patrick) McGlothren, his brother Bob Rittenbery and his two grandchildren, Garrett and Ava McGlothren. His grandchildren were the absolute loves of his life. They were PawPaw’s reason for living.
Pallbearers will be his nephews Ben Gilliam, Cody Gilliam and Max Gilliam, his grandson Garrett McGlothren, Robbie McLaney and Dexter Beasley.
Honorary pallbearers will be Russell Cain, Bill Quinn, Lenny Ciampini and Bob Stewart.
Special thanks to Dr. Dissanayake and his staff, Covenant Hospice and the nurses at Sacred Heart Hospital. Thank you for taking such amazing care of Doug. We are forever grateful for the love and care that was given to our family.