Michael Joseph Robbins
February 21, 2022
Michael Joseph Robbins (Mike) died peacefully in his home in Pace, FL earlier this month. He was born on July 24, 1956 in Chandler, Arizona to the proud parents, William D Robbins and Ramona Yosin Robbins.
Mike graduated from Warner Robins High School on May 30, 1974. He went on to receive an Associate of Science Degree on June 12, 1977. He was baptized at Shiloh Freewill Baptist Church in Bratt, FL on January 2, 1983. He developed skills in the field of carpentry and was retired at the time of his death.
He is preceded in death by his father-William Deward Robbins, mother-Ramona Yosin Robbins; brother, William D Robbins, Jr.; sister, Peggy Ellen Parr; and niece, Tammy Michelle Parr Shoemaker.
Surviving members of his immediate family are two sons, Nathaniel Joseph( Jenny Stark ) Robbins and Kurt Austin Robbins; two granddaughters , Ella Kathryn Robbins and Lily Mae Robbins; one sister; Ramona Anne Robbins Gay; one niece , Tina Marie Lunsford; and one nephew ,John Michael Gay.
A private Celebration of Life service was held on Monday, February 21, 2022, at Faith Chapel North with Pastor Ted Bridges officiating the service.
Larry Elliott McGhee
February 19, 2022
Larry Elliott McGhee, 74, of Poarch, AL and formerly of Walnut Hill, FL passed away February 18, 2022, in Atmore, AL. He was born in Atmore, AL on August 2, 1947 to the late Carl “Buster” and Atrebee Dees McGhee.
He worked at many restaurants and flower shops in the Atmore area. He attended Brooks Memorial Baptist Church and was a member of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Stephen McGhee and Glenn Doyle McGhee, Sr. Larry enjoyed cooking, baking and was a devoted Auburn Fan. He also loved Christmas and arranging flowers.
He is survived by one sister, Sandra (LaRue) Chunn of Theodore, AL; four brothers, Gilbert (Mary) McGhee of Walnut Hill, FL, Carl McGhee of Atmore, AL, Robert McGhee of Saraland, AL, and Harold (Lynna) McGhee of Atmore, AL. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, devoted caregivers, and many friends.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 1 PM at Atmore Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Bro. Ricky Robinson and Bro. Rowdy Boyte officiating. Interment will follow in Walnut Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Monday, February 21, 2022 from 6 PM until 8 PM at Atmore Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.
James Calvin “Jamie” Chance
February 18, 2022
James Calvin “Jamie” Chance, 61, of Molino, Florida passed away on February 17, 2022 after his battle with cancer.
Jamie was born on August 26, 1960 to Betty Lue Anderson and Raymond Chance at Baptist Hospital in Pensacola, Florida.
Jamie was such a hardworking man. He worked for the bag plant in Cantonment, Florida for 31 years. He made so many friends through that time, which wasn’t hard for him to do. He never really met a stranger. Everyone who met this man grew to love him and his big bright personality. If he wasn’t offering you a beer he was offering a hug, or a mean left hook if you got out of line.
Jamie enjoyed watching sunrises and sunsets and he loved to cook and make “concoctions.” He really enjoyed working in his flower garden and making the most beautiful flower arrangements you have ever seen. Above all, his children were his entire heart and he let it be known!
Jamie was preceded in death by his father, Raymond Chance; brother, Johnny Ray Chance; nephew, lil Tony Mandel Junior; and stepfather, RT Anderson.
Jamie is survived by his mother, Betty Lou Anderson; his son, Coty Chance; his daughter, Tiffany Enfinger; his sisters, Sandra Davis, Susan Mandel and Brandy Chance; his brother, Ray Chance; his nephews, Dustin Hern, John Chance and Randy Thomas; his niece, Sommer; and so many friends that have been like family.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 21, 2022 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Don Neese officiating. Interment will be held in Lathram Chapel Cemetery, Cantonment, Florida.
The family will receive friends at 1:00 p.m. prior to services.
Betty L. White
February 18, 2022
Mrs. Betty L. White, age 82, passed away, Sunday, February 13, 2022 in Atmore, AL. She was born in Century, FL; and has resided most of her life in Atmore, AL. She retired from the Escambia County Board of Education, as a lunchroom manager at A.C. Moore Elementary School with many years of employment.
Mrs. White valued her time she got to spend with her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed working in her flower gardens, feeding and watching the hummingbirds. She enjoyed hunting and fishing and shooting in bow tournaments. She would sit in the floor and play with her grandchildren and she enjoyed watching them play.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas (Susie Nelson) Little, one brother, Thomas Little, and one sister-in-law, Joyce Little.
She is survived by her loving husband of fifty-nine years, Lamar White, of Atmore, AL; two sons, Tim (Sonja) White, of Atmore, AL; Steve (Holley) White, of Atmore, AL; four grandchildren, Lucas (Bri) White, Gage (Marisa) White, Kelly Cravens (Shawn), Aaron Norton, four great-grandchildren, LaKilyn, Hunter, Lane, Cody, special care givers, Elaine Day, Sherry Colbert, numerous nieces, nephew’s other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services were held, Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home LLC with Rev. Diane Everette officiating.
Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.
Visitation was held Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home LLC.
Pallbearers will be Ronnie Steele, Jason White, Landon White, Bill White, Justin White, and Wade White.
Daniel “Danny” Elbert Knowles
February 18, 2022
Daniel “Danny” Elbert Knowles
April 7, 1940 – February 16, 2022
Daniel “Danny” Knowles went to be with the Lord at 1:30 PM on February 16, 2022, at the age of 81 in Columbia, SC.
Danny is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Evelyn; sister, Dorothy Harrison; children, Twila Walker (Mark), Melanie Andreen (Jim), and Jerry Knowles (Amy); grand-children, Crystal and Amber Walker, Alexandra, Steven, and Jamie Andreen, and Lizzie and Nate Knowles; and five great-grand-children. He is predeceased by his parents, Elbert and Violet Knowles; and sister, Dale Harrington.
Danny was born in Century, Florida on April 7, 1940, to Elbert and Violet Knowles. He graduated from the University of Florida in 1964 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and worked in the Pulp and Paper Industry as a Professional Engineer, specializing in the management and construction of boilers. On August 8, 1961, he married Evelyn, his childhood sweetheart. Danny loved his country and was very proud of his time as a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne division.
Danny was a devoted husband and father. His faith in Christ and his family were the most important things in his life. He worked to ensure his family felt safe, protected, and cherished. After he retired, he kept himself busy working in his yard and doing projects around the house. If you ever had the pleasure of him visiting your home, you know he always had tools available to fix that leaky faucet or sagging door. He found joy in being useful. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.
The visitation will be on Monday, February 21 at 3 PM with a service at 4 PM to follow. The visitation and service will be held at Shives Funeral Home located at 7600 Trenholm Road Ext, Columbia. Colonel Edward D. (Darrel) Peterson will officiate. Danny will be buried at Fort Jackson National Cemetery at 9 AM on Tuesday, February 22. Flowers, donations, and condolences may be offered to the family.
J.B. Johnson Jr.
February 17, 2022
J.B. Johnson Jr., age 65, of Century, FL, left this earth and went home to be with his Heavenly Father, on Tuesday evening, Feb. 15, 2022.
J.B. is survived by his loving wife of more than 45 years, Trudie Gilmore Johnson; his son, Jeff Johnson (Becky Hadley); daughter Sarah LeMesurier; son-in-law Desmond LeMesurier; daughter-in-the-Lord Tammy Jackson (Danny Jackson); brothers Ollie Johnson (Donna), Joe Johnson (Mary), and Lewis Johnson (Wanda); grandson Russell LeMesurier; granddaughter Madison Merchant and was preceded in death by his father J.B. Johnson Sr.; mother Vonnie Johnson; brother Johnnie Johnson; and sister Rachiel Kelly.
J.B. lived most of his life to glorify God. He had a heart for the lost and wanted for all to come and personally know Jesus as their Lord and Savior. He loved serving others and making a difference in his community. He did this by serving in his church in many different capacities over the years. He wanted people to know that they were loved by God and created with a purpose for something more than just existing in this world. He also served as a volunteer Firefighter with Station 5 in Century, FL for 20+ years. His desire to make a difference in someone’s life was not limited to who he knew but was open to any and all opportunities to help people who were in crisis. J.B. was willing to put his own life on the line, and did so many times, to let people know that their life had value and was worth sacrificing for. J.B. was also a dependable man who retired from Georgia Pacific, working for more than 30 years as a high angle confined space rescuer.
J.B. was known as a man of honor and integrity in his community. He loved his family and absolutely adored his grandchildren. He was a great Son, Brother, Husband, Father and Grandfather who worked hard to provide and be there for his family. He was a Rescuer as well as a Rescue Teacher. He considered it a privilege to teach the next generation about how to make a difference because he knew that life went way beyond his time on this earth. J.B. was also an Evangelist and if you knew him, then you knew something about his Jesus.
J.B. had a smile that was contagious and his laughter was loud and would catch the attention of everyone in a room. He radiated the love of God and did what he could to bring a moment of joy to everyone’s day. If you knew him, you loved him. He will be missed but never forgotten. The impact he made on his family and his community will continue on for generations to come. He may not have realized the legacy he left behind because he was just doing what J.B. did and that was to love, serve others and be a light for Jesus.
Services will be held at Petty Eastside Chapel Funeral Home in Atmore, AL on Friday February 18, 2022. The family viewing will be 11:00 – 12:00, the public viewing will be 12:00 – 2:00, & the service will start at 2:00. Burial will follow at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery/ Crary Cemetery. The pallbearers will be Jeff Johnson, Joe Johnson, Ollie Johnson, Desmond LeMesurier, Darin Barrow, and Jay Ates. Honorary pallbearers will be Barnie Jones & Lewis Johnson.
Don Ray Grant
February 17, 2022
Mr. Don Ray Grant age 86, passed away, Tuesday, February 15, 2022 in Pensacola, FL. He was born in Atmore, AL. and has resided most of his life in McDavid, FL. He enjoyed boating and was owner of Century Marine for 46 years. He was a member of Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church for many years.
Mr. Grant enjoyed his time he got to spend and take care of his family, children, and grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hope (Mamie Lou Kent) Grant, three brothers, Winston Grant, Wendell “Tookie” Grant, and Delano Grant.
He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-two years, Faye Grant, of McDavid, FL; one son, Brian (Jodie) Grant, of Atmore, AL; one daughter, Alicia (John) Matlock, of McDavid, FL; sister-in-law, Charlotte “Dit” Grant, of Barnett Crossroads, AL; five sisters, Mabeth Avery, of TX; Martha Peacock, of Atmore, AL; Dartha Turner, of Atmore, AL; Glenda Faye Fields, of Barnett Crossroads, AL; Judy (Leroy) Smith, of Atmore, AL; six grandchildren, Grant, Evin Matlock, Byrson, Allison, Gracelynn, Emma Kate Grant, numerous, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 19, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church with Rev. Nathan Brown officiating.
Burial will follow at Ray’s Chapel Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Saturday, February 19, 2022, from 1:00 PM until service time at 2:00 PM at Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church.
Pallbearers will be Michael Cox, Michael Hagan, Josh Webb, Nick Driver, Kevin Diamond, and Jared Simpson.
Honorary pallbearers will be Glenn Gavin, and Danny Leonard.
Mary Frances Burkett
February 17, 2022
Mrs. Mary Frances Burkett, age 74, passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022 in Atmore, AL. She was born in Bay Minette, AL; and has resided most of her life in Flomaton, AL.
Mrs. Burkett valued her time she got to spend with her grandchildren. She loved being at home, talking on the phone. She enjoyed her walks in the yard and going fishing. She was loved by all that knew her.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Victor (Rita Banks) Hinote, husband, Freddie “Sonny” Burkett, one sister, Dorothy Tillman, two brothers, Jack Hinote, Phillip Hinote, and mother-in-law, Mary Burkett.
She is survived by her one son, Patrick (Sherri) Burkett, of Ball Ground, GA; two daughters, Pam Smith, of Flomaton, AL; Paula (Tracey) Sutton, of Brewton, AL; two sisters, Peggy Cobb, of TN; Betty (Johnny) McGallagher, of Pensacola, FL; three grandchildren, Dustin Odom, Abbie Burkett, Maddie Burkett, numerous nieces, nephew’s other relatives, and friends.
Funeral services will be held, Monday, February 7, 2022, at 1:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home LLC with Rev. Mike Hutto officiating.
Burial will follow at Traveler’s Rest Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Monday, February 7, 2022 from 12:00 PM until service time at 1:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home LLC.
Pallbearers will be Corey Johnson, Robby Lee, Chris Hammonds, Justin Byrd, Tracey Sutton, and Chris Moye.
Joseph “Andy” Ross
February 14, 2022
Joseph “Andy” Ross, age 68 passed away peacefully on February 9, 2022, in Gainesville, Florida, with his two sons by his side.
He was born in Flomaton, Alabama on January 7, 1954, and was raised in Molino, Florida. Andy loved NASCAR and would go to the races any chance he could, he loved working on cars, and building all kinds of things. He knew his way around a garden and could make anything grow. Andy loved fishing with his boys but most of all he loved his family and spoiling his grandbabies.
He is preceded in death by his wife and the love of his life of over 42 years, Sara Ann Ross; mother, Kathleen (Paul) Pittman; father, Joseph C Ross.
Andy is survived by his children, Joseph (Anthony) Ross and daughter in-law, Amanda Ross, and Jonathan Ross; grandchildren, Clarissa, Taylor, Paisley, Bailee, Jeremiah, Sara, Lillie; and great granddaughter, Elena; sister, Rhonda Harvell; brothers, Randy Ross and Rodger Pittman, and many nieces and nephews.
The family would like to give a special thank you to all the medical staff in Gainesville, Florida, and everyone who has helped during this time.
The family has also requested in lieu of flowers please send donations to the GoFundMe, or to Trahan Family Funeral home in Pensacola to help pay for funeral expenses.
Services for Andy will be held February 18 , 2022, at Trahan Family Funeral Home in Pensacola, Florida.
The visitation will begin at 12:30 p.m., and his service will follow at 1:30 p.m.
Louise Gilbert Brazwell
February 14, 2022
Louise Gilbert Brazwell, age 78, passed away February 7, 2022, at the hospital in Huntsville, Alabama.
She was born June 25, 1943, in Bay Minette, Alabama, the daughter of Harold and Thelma Gilbert.
She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Myron Brazwell; sons Jeffrey Brazwell and Wesley (Heather) Brazwell; grandchildren Gabriela Brazwell and Enzo Brazwell; brother Edward Gilbert; sisters Gail Hardy, Ann Hartshorn; and many nieces, nephews, and others.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Harry Gilbert and sister Jean Cary.
She was a member of Bethel Church of Christ in Athens, Alabama. Louise was known for her dedication to family. She was selfless and giving to her sons and grandchildren. She enjoyed tending to plants and growing beautiful flowers, cooking large, delicious meals, and the yearly Gulf Shores family vacations.
Graveside service were held Friday, February 11 at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.