Benjamin A. Austin
February 23, 2020
Benjamin A. Austin, 93, of Cantonment, FL, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2020.
Mr. Austin was born August 7, 1926, in Opp, AL, to the late Benjamin and Josephine Austin. He worked at Gulf Power for 42 years; and Gulf Power Credit Union and Pfeffer Drugs. He was a long-time member of East Brent Baptist Church and loved to fish.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his daughters, Diane and Linda, a brother and a nephew.
He is survived by his wife, Laureta; Daughters, Carol, Frankie (Richard), Patrice (Monte), Jeralyn (Roc); grandchildren, Ben(DaLisa), Sonya (Marty), Rachel (Ron), Amy, Erin (Cole), Anna (Nick), Ro, Noah; Great grandchildren, Kara (Tyler), Arianne (Skylar), Elijah, Ezra, Delilah; son-in-law, Jim; Aunt, Louise; nieces, Darlene (David), and Vivian (David).
Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. on Tues., February 25, 2020, at East Brent Baptist Church with Dr. Dale Patterson and Dr. Roc Collins officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at the church. Interment will take place in Bayview Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to the charity of your choice.
Correctional Officers In Century Assaulted In Two Separate Incidents
February 22, 2020
Correctional officers in Century were recently assaulted by inmates in two separate incidents, according to the Florida Department of Corrections.
On February 18, Century Correctional Institution inmate Jamal Harris assaulted officers by pushing and striking them. Medical staff examined the officer and noted injuries.
On February 13, Century Work Camp Inmate Christian Lee assaulted an officer by striking them in the shoulder with a closed fist. There were no reported injuries to the officer.
In all both cases, FDC said staff responded appropriately, and the inmate was subdued.
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Two Vehicle Crash In Front Of Highway 29 Grocery Store
February 22, 2020
At least one person was reported injured in a two vehicle crash Friday night on Highway 29 in front of the Cantonment Winn Dixie.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the 6:06 p.m. and has not released any more details.
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Northview Chiefs Beat Rocky Bayou 16-1 In No-Hitter (With Photo Gallery)
February 22, 2020
The Northview Chiefs tossed a no-hitter Friday night in a 16-1 win over Rocky Bayou Christian School in four innings.
Bradley Freeman earned the win for the Chiefs, allowing no hits and no runs while striking out nine in three and two-thirds innings. Ben Wilson threw the last third of the fourth inning, striking out one.
At the plate: Bryce Korinchak 1-2, 2R, 2RBI; Logan Bryan 2R; Dalton Burke 1-2, 2R, RBI; Logan Misner 1-1, R, 2RBI,2B; Jamarkus Jefferson 1-2, 2R, 2RBI, 3B; Adam Aliff 1-2, RBI; Kaden Odom 1-2, 2R; Rustin Pope 2R; Ben Wilson 1-2, 3R, RBI.
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One Injured In Gonzalez Rollover Crash
February 22, 2020
One person was injured in a single vehicle rollover crash Friday night.
The passenger vehicle came to rest on its roof in a ditch at Jennings Street and Old Chemstrand Road. about a half mile east of the Gonzalez Post Office.
Escambia County EMS transported one to an area hospital. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating.
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Tate High’s Shelby Fleming Signs Cheerleading Scholarship With Webber International
February 22, 2020
Tate High School cheer captain and senior Shelby Fleming signed a full ride scholarship Friday afternoon to cheer for Webber International University.
Fleming plans to study to become an occupational therapist.
Editor’s note. Superintendent Malcolm Thomas is in several photos because Fleming is his granddaughter.
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Cold Again Saturday Night
February 22, 2020
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 33. Calm wind.
Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high near 65. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the morning.
Sunday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers after midnight. Cloudy, with a low around 52. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph after midnight.
Monday: Showers likely, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 9am. High near 71. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Monday Night: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Low around 56. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming southwest after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Tuesday: A 50 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a high near 70. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Tuesday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 63. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 36. Northwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Thursday: Sunny, with a high near 53.
Thursday Night: Clear, with a low around 31.
Friday: Sunny, with a high near 58.
Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 37.
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 62.
T.R. Miller Tops The Northview Lady Chiefs 5-0 (With Photo Gallery)
February 22, 2020
The T.R. Miller Tigers shut out The Northview Lady Chiefs 5-0 Friday evening in Bratt.
Emma Gilmore threw a complete game for the Lady Chiefs, allowing five hits, five runs and striking out three.
Gilmore went 1-3 at the plate. Katilin Gafford was also 1-3 for Northview with a single in the fourth.
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Ronald “Ronnie” Parker
February 22, 2020
Ronald “Ronnie” Parker, 77, of Milton, FL, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, February 19, 2020.
Born in Florala, AL, Ronnie was raised in Pensacola, FL. After returning from service in the U.S. Army in 1963, Ronnie met his wife of 56 years. The following year he began his career working with Southern Bell until his retirement in 1987. After his retirement, he established Parker Communications supporting the telecommunications infrastructure at Whiting Field Naval Air Station. In his free time he enjoyed fishing off the backyard dock or along with his best friend Gene Dees – with a cold beer in hand! He will always be remembered as a loving husband, awesome Dad, one eager to help others and his light-hearted spirit.
He was preceded in death by his parents William and Flora Parker.
Ronnie is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sandra Mayo Parker, of Milton FL; a brother, William “Bill” Parker, of Cantonment, FL; his children, Ronnie Parker, Jr, (Tracy VanDell Parker) of Mesa, AZ and Jaxon “Boop” Parker, of Stafford, VA.
A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 p.m., Saturday, February 22, 2020, at Lewis Funeral Home Milton Chapel.
Visitation will be held 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., prior to the service.
The family wishes to acknowledge the friends of Southern Bell and AT&T and in particular Lamar Evers.
Rev. Paul D. Enfinger
February 22, 2020
Rev. Paul D. Enfinger, 81, of Davisville, FL. passed away February 18, 2020, in Pensacola, FL.
He was born on September 14, 1938, in Dale County, AL, to the late A.V. and Daisy Smith Enfinger. Bro. Enfinger was a hardworking man and worked many jobs during his life. He was a lifeguard, a disc jockey “Perky Paul”, owned Enfinger Plumbing Company, worked at Vogtle Nuclear Plant, school bus Driver, prison guard, served in the United States Army and he enjoyed farming. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and loved his family and friends but most of all he loved the Good Lord. He was passionate about his ministry which he served over 45 years, he was a missionary, pastored five church’s during his life and then he founded Calvary Deliverance Temple in Davisville, FL, where he pastored for over 35 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Bill Enfinger, Gary Enfinger and a sister Ruth Ellis.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years Sheila McZilkey Enfinger of Davisville, FL; two sons Brian Enfinger of Little Rock, AL, Doug Jordon of Dothan, AL; one daughter Gwen Enfinger of Little Rock, AL; sister Jewel Myers of Panama City, FL; three grandchildren Derek Brooks, Kristy Rucker, Caleb Kyle Enfinger; three great-grandchildren Christian Brooks, T.J. Brooks and Elijah Brooks; and many family and friends.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 22, 2020, at 11:30 a.m. at the Calvary Deliverance Temple in Davisville, FL, with Bro. Wendell Hadley and Bro. Floyd Hutto officiating. Burial will followw in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Brandon Wall, Bobby Matthews, Eric McZilkey, Eddie McZilkey, Daren Carnley and Paul Brown.
Visitation will be held Saturday, February 22, 2020 from 10 a.m. until service time at 11:30 a.m. at Calvary Deliverance Temple.