Jannie Holland Singleton
November 4, 2020
Jannie Holland Singleton, 84, died November 3, 2020, with her family by her side at her residence in Walnut Hill, Florida.
She was born July 7, 1936, in Christian Home to Stanley and Mae (Brown) Holland. Jannie and her husband, James T. Singleton (Pete) Sr. were married on September 2, 1956 (64 years). Jannie was employed by Escambia County School District Transportation from September 30, 1970 to August 13, 2002, a few days shy of 32 years. She was a member of the Walnut Hill Baptist Church (where she sang in the choir) and former member of the Atmore Bowling League and the Monroe Lanes. She was very loved and will be truly missed.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Stanley and Mae (Brown) Holland; three brothers, Nolan (Buck) Holland, Jerry Holland and Wayne Holland; three sisters, Ruth (Peachy) Hopkins, Doris Amerson and Judy Blackmon and a great-grandchild, Addison Yvonne.
She is survived by her husband, James T. Singleton (Pete) Sr.; one son, Theodore Singleton; three daughters, Glenda Holcomb (Frank), Barbara Dunsford Hollingsworth (Ronald) and Rebecca Blanton (Jeff); 16 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren and sister, Betty Holland Blanton (Kenneth).
Graveside services will be held on Thursday, November 5, 2020, at 11 a.m. at the Walnut Hill Baptist Cemetery with Bro. James Boyd officiating.
Visitation will be held Thursday, November 5, 2020, from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. at Petty Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be John McAnally, David Dunsford, Ronald Hollingsworth, Frank Holcomb, Tony Rider and James Otis Singleton.
Honorary pallbearers will be Hayden Hollingsworth, Logan Hasting, John Tyler McAnally, Austin Dunsford, Colton Dunsford, Mason Smith, Chandler Carter, Cooper Carter, Michael Singleton and Hudson Rider.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Christopher Kyle Smith
November 4, 2020
Last Saturday evening, October 24, 2020 the world lost a vibrant budding flower. Christopher Kyle Smith, a father, spouse, brother, son, and shining light departed from the Grace of living. Those who knew him would tell you, Kyle’s generosity and true warmth touched the hearts of myriads of people from coast to coast. From the time he was a child, he charmed those around him. His last year was spent living his dreams in Portland, Oregon and building a future for his young family.
Kyle was an accomplished individual and enthusiast within multiple communities. He found that, not only was he an accomplished racing driver, but also a consummate skateboarder, snowboarder, outdoorsman, and artist. These passions were so strong that they have been passed down to his son. His ability to learn new skills was inherent and fast-paced and as he explored the lush Pacific Northwest with his family, the beauty of the area radiated into his soul providing him with a steadfast peacefully grounded perspective on life. Against so many obstacles put in his place time and time again, Kyle always proved his ability to surmount those odds. He was kind, funny, lovable, and the “fun” dad. He was a peacemaker, and the comic relief of any situation.
Kyle is survived by his son, Camden Kyle Smith, his partner in life, Miranda Miller, brother and sister-in-law Derek and Salome Smith, mother Kathan (Parrish) Smith, father, Dwayne (Cindy) Smith, and his grandparents Buford and Faye Lee. We will miss you and love you forever.
Visitation will be Saturday, November 7, 2020, from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
A Celebration of Life will follow at 3 p.m.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
James Lee Miller
November 4, 2020
James Lee Miller, age 82, of Atmore, AL, passed away on October 28, 2020. He was born on April 27, 1938, in Liberty, OH to the late Russell E. Miller and Helen K. Brown. He was a manager for the State of Alabama Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and served in The United States Air Force and The United States Navy.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Charlotte Troutman Miller and his grandson, Rex Miller Raley.
He is survived by his son, Russell Miller of Robinsonville, AL; his daughter, Hope Miller Zeanah (Rip Christiansen) of Elberta, AL, his granddaughter, Holly Van Sise of Fairhope, AL and his great-grandchildren, Graysen Van Sise and Sullivan Van Sise.
Graveside services were held Wednesday, November 4, 2020, at Robinsonville Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Phil Johnson officiating.
Honorary pallbearers were Walter DeWitt, Eddie Baker, Joe Gargulio, Terry Troutman, David Smith, Brandon Smith, Ray Lowrey, Willie Warren, Clyde Helton, Dean Smith, Charlie Woods, Albert Helton, Larry Zangus, Dan Johnson and Andrew Willis.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Robinsonville Baptist Church Cemetery Fund.
For the safety of you and others, please practice social distancing requirements, though wearing a facial mask is strongly encouraged.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Marshall Lee Wiggins
November 4, 2020
Marshall Lee Wiggins died on October 30,2020, at 48 years of age. He is from Cantonment, FL and graduated from West Florida Baptist Academy.
Marshall was a great dad, and loved God, his kids, and his family from Georgia to Molino, FL. He was a southern boy at heart, loved old country and 80’s music. He volunteered with Cantonment Fire Department and loved driving his big rig semi-trucks and tractors on the old Georgia farm at Grandma’s. Marshall was a charmer, had an infectious laugh and a tender heart.
His three kids and family miss him so much!
Marshall is survived by son, Justin (JT) Wiggins, and daughters Keeley and Kailyn Wiggins; Kristina Wiggins; parents, Lloyd and Donna Wiggins; sister, Jodi Wiggins, and many extended family members who miss him dearly, but joy in knowing he is in Heaven.
Pallbearers include Harley Burton, Harry Coman, Larry Coman, Richard Hinckley, Randall Smith, Charles Thomas, Kyle Walker and Lorrell Wiggins.
Honorary pallbearer Beth Wiggins.
In lieu of flowers, please visit Marshall’s family GoFundMe campaign.
David Alton Tillery, Jr.
November 4, 2020
Mr. David Alton Tillery, Jr., age 44, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2020, at his home in Perdido, Alabama.
Mr. Tillery was born in Mobile, AL, grew up in Atmore, AL and had resided in Perdido, AL for the past 12 years. He was a loving husband, son, father, brother and friend. He loved unconditionally and exhibited all the fruits of the Holy Spirit. He loved wood working, building furniture, music, playing, singing, studying the Bible and Alabama Football. He was a member and Deacon at the Renovation Ministries in Huxford, AL, was the bass guitar player with the church worship team and the teacher for Wednesday Night Boys Ministry. He was an employee with Masland Carpets with over 20 years of service.
He is survived by his father and step-mother, David Alton (Judy) Tillery, Sr. of Atmore, AL; mother and step-father, Freida (Ray) Lowery of Atmore, AL; wife of 22 years, Jessica Coon Tillery of Perdido, AL; two sons, Jonah David (Ansley) Tillery of Perdido, AL and Jett Lynden Tillery of Perdido, AL; his fur baby, “spoiled” Annie-Lou; grandmother, Nell Jeter of Bayou La Batre, AL; one brother, Daniel Tillery of Loxley, AL; one sister, Karen (Chris) McGhee of Atmore, AL and numerous aunts, uncles, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services were held Friday, October 30, 2020, at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Bro. Keith Lisenby officiating.
Burial was at the Sullivan Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Fredrick Tillery, Daniel Tillery, Andy Marez, Tony Lassiter Brad Wilson and Mike McGhee.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC is in charge of all arrangements.
Jess William Taylor
November 4, 2020
Mr. Jess William Taylor, Sr., age 57, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2020, at his home in Atmore, Alabama.
Mr. Taylor was a native of Atmore, AL and had resided in the Rabun and Atmore area for most of his life. He loved playing the guitar and mud trucks. He is preceded in death by his parents, John William and Christine Taylor; two brothers, John Michael Taylor and Rex Taylor and step-son, Jay Kenny Milstid.
He is survived by his wife of 14 years, Pearl Jackson of Atmore, AL; one son, Jess William “Will”, Jr. (Lachlan Taylor) of Bay Minette, AL; two daughters, Jessica (Will) Stein of Uriah, AL and Joy (Gregory) Rolin of Poarch, AL; two brothers, Justin (Beth) Taylor of Spanish Fort, AL and Danny Ray (Flossie) Taylor of Rabun, AL; seventeen grandchildren, Samantha, Tyler, Jacob, Kenny Earl, Skylyn, Jake, Easton, Callen, Kipton, Summer Pearl, Mahala, Leland, Braxton, Jaxton, Rylan, Emmett and Liam and three great grandchildren, Malachi, Kylar and Emery.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 5, 2020, at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Sis. Helen Stewart and Bro. Wendell Hadley officiating.
Burial will follow at the Judson Indian Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Bert Joiner, Gregory Rolin, Zephanie Brooks, Kenny Earl Milstid, Gene Milstid, Justin Rolin and A.J. Crenshaw.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Aubrey Marie Wooten
November 4, 2020
Infant Aubrey Marie Wooten passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2020, in Mobile, Alabama.
Survivors include her parents, Devin and Brittany Wooten of Atmore, AL; maternal grandparents, Rebecca Hinote of Bay Minette, AL and Tommy Cobb of Andalusia, AL; paternal grandparents, Ed and Rebecca Wooten of Atmore, AL and Melissa Wall of Perdido, AL; maternal great-grandparents, Estelle Hinote of Bay Minette, AL; paternal great-grandparents, Billy Wooten of Atmore, AL and Ouida and Raymond Wall of Nokomis, AL; two sisters, Maddilynn Hinote of Atmore, AL and Brenlynn Stewart of Atmore, AL and other family and friends.
Graveside services were held Saturday, October 31, 2020, at the McCullough Cemetery with Bro. Chris Pruitt officiating.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
It’s Election Day. Here Are Quick Tips To Know Before Heading To The Polls.
November 3, 2020
It’s election day, and here are quick tips you need to know.
Polls will be open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. in Escambia County. NorthEscambia.com will have live local election results posted shortly after the polls close.
Here’s more need to know info from Escambia County Supervisor of Elections David Stafford:
- Voters and election workers are reminded to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, like COVID 19 by taking everyday precautions.
- Please bring your own mask – our election workers will be wearing theirs.
- Hand sanitizer will be provided at check-in, as well as a disposable stylus to sign your name.
- Feel free to bring your own blue or black ink pen to mark your ballot.
- Please help us by practicing social distancing while in line and voting. We will be limiting the number of people inside the polling room and sanitizing the surfaces regularly.
- Registration books closed October 6. New registrations may not be made at the polling place.
- If you are unsure of your registration status, call 595-3900, check EscambiaVotes.gov, or e-mail us at soe@escambiavotes.com.
- Early voting ended on Saturday, October 31. If you have not yet voted or did not request a vote-by-mail ballot, you must go to your designated precinct on Election Day.
- Confirm the location of your polling place. It is listed on your sample ballot, voter information card, online at EscambiaVotes.gov, or call (850) 595-3900.
- Photo and signature ID is required for all voters. If you do not present one of the 12 approved forms of ID, you may vote a provisional ballot.
- Busiest times at the polls tend to be 7 a.m. until 9 a.m., mid-day, and 4 p.m. until 7 p.m.
- “Over-the-counter” Vote-by-Mail ballots can be picked up by voters (or their designees) at our office only for for emergencies.
- You may not return your completed vote-by-mail ballot to your precinct on Election Day – it must be returned to the Elections Office by 7 p.m. on Election Day.
- If you requested a vote-by-mail ballot but did not to return it, you can vote at your polling place. Though not required, we request that you bring your unvoted ballot package so it can be cancelled.
- If you voted-by-mail, you can visit EscambiaVotes.gov/track-my-ballot for the status of your ballot.
NorthEscambia.com graphic.
Escambia Sheriff’s Deputy And Mechanic Honored For Hurricane Sally Flood Rescues In Bristol Park
November 3, 2020
Attorney General Ashley Moody has presented Back the Blue Awards to Escambia County Sheriff’s Office Captain Jeremy Small and mechanic Chris Leverett for their efforts in rescuing nearly 120 people from Hurricane Sally flooding in Bristol Park.
Small responded to an emergency call to assist a family that had fled to the roof of their home to avoid the rapidly rising flood waters, and Leverett assisted.
Small and Leverette responded in the Sheriff’s Office high water rescue vehicle. While traveling to the Bristol Park Subdivision, they encountered multiple hazards including partially downed power lines, trees across the roadway, and an occupied vehicle that was stuck in rising water. As they approached the bridge that spans over Eleven Mile Creek, the bridge was not visible due to rising water rapidly flowing over it.
At Bristol Park, Small and Leverette were met with downed trees and a rapidly flowing current that was four-foot-deep and flowing through residences within the neighborhood. Small and Leverette immediately began assisting families from their homes. During these rescues, Leverette lost his footing, and the current caused him to fall backwards, and pulled him under for a few tense seconds. Leverette was ultimately able to make it back to the truck.
Small and Leverette located a tow strap and a floating kayak, and used these items to assist with continued rescues within the subdivision.
During the course of their rescues, Small and Leverette encountered a family of five that were already in a boat. The family was contemplating using the boat to escape the rapidly rising waters. They assisted the family into the high-water rescue vehicle. The high-water rescue vehicle was full to capacity and they decided to take the flood victims to higher ground so that additional families could be rescued.
Their vehicle suddenly became inoperable. As time passed, the rapidly flowing water continued to rise, to the point that it was entering the cab of their vehicle. At that moment, there was a deep concern for the safety of the families they had just rescued. Fearing that the water may continue to rise, coupled with the fact that there were no other rescue personnel on scene, a decision was made to use the boat to get the flood victims to higher ground.
Small used a kayak as a makeshift bridge to get to the roof of an SUV, where he jumped to another vehicle, and ultimately waded through chest deep water to retrieve the boat. Small maneuvered the boat off the trailer and navigated his way to the high-water rescue vehicle. They began loading the flood victims onto the boat, while fighting fierce winds, heavy rain, and a racing current. All the flood victims were eventually removed from the high-water rescue vehicle and transported to higher ground. They continued using the boat to make multiple rescues within the subdivision throughout the morning.
“Thank you, Captain Jeremy Small and Chris Leverett, for your courageous efforts, risking your own lives to save the lives of others. Capt. Small is a shining example of what it means to be a Florida law enforcement officer, putting service over self to protect your community. Mr. Leverett also showed true courage in the face of danger volunteering to assist on this dangerous job and backed the blue by supporting law enforcement in this rescue mission,” Moody said.
“I am incredibly proud of Capt. Small, Mr. Leverett and the good Samaritan who offered his boat to carry nearly 120 people to safety as Hurricane Sally ravaged the panhandle. This story has many heroes and is a testament to the strength, resiliency and sense of community shared among the people of this great state. No matter what challenges we may face, I know Floridians can weather any storm when we come together,” the attorney general continued.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office also awarded the Medal of Courage and Life Saving Award to Small, and the Civilian Service Medal to Leverett.
Sheriff David Morgan said, “The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office is honored that Attorney General Moody would recognize the heroic actions of Captain Jeremy Small and Chris Leverett. Their actions responding in the midst of Hurricane Sally are only indicative of the courage of all the men and women at the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office.”
Sunshine And Upper 60s For Tuesday; Overnight Low In The 40s
November 3, 2020
Here is your official North Escambia area forecast:
Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 68. North wind around 5 mph.
Tuesday Night: Clear, with a low around 44. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday: Sunny, with a high near 72. East wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 50. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 56. Northeast wind around 5 mph.
Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 61. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday: A 20 percent chance of showers after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 77.
Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 63.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 78.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 65.
Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 78.