Santa To Visit The Molino Library Wednesday
December 20, 2022
Santa Claus will visit the Molino Library Wednesday, wrapping up a dozen library visits this month.
Santa will be at the Molino Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in place of the regularly scheduled family story time. Cameras are welcome.
For a photo gallery from Santa’s Dec. 1 visit to Century, click or tap here.
Pictured: Santa Claus visited the Century Library on December 1. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.
Christmas Break Begins With Early Release Today For Escambia Students
December 20, 2022
Christmas break begins with an early release today for Escambia County students.
Students will return to class on Thursday, January 5. Teachers will be back in school on January 4 for a non-student day.
Other early release days this school year are scheduled for February 1 and May 23.
Rep. Salzman Holding Essay Contest For Students To Be A House Page Or Messenger
December 20, 2022
Rep. Michelle Salzman is holding an essay contest to select the 2023 page/messenger she will nominate to service in the Florida House program.
Pages and messengers work one week at the Florida Capitol during the 60-day regular legislative session. They assist representatives and their staff during the busy time while observing state government in action.
For essay contest rules and details, click or tap here. The deadline for students in grades 6-12 to enter is 5 p.m. on January 6, 2023.
While performing their duties, pages and messengers have the opportunity to observe lawmakers, lobbyists, staff, and constituents working together in the legislative process. Opportunities will include committee meetings, House sessions in the chamber, and occasionally press conferences with notable people or celebrities.
The page and messenger program is a longstanding tradition in the Florida House of Representatives, date back to 1865. Each student who serves as a page or messenger will have his or her name appear in the Journal of the House. This will be an official record of their time spent in the Florida House to perhaps one day show their children and grandchildren.
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Residential Fires Add Red Bulbs In ‘Keep The Wreath Green’ Safety Campaign
December 20, 2022
On Monday, Escambia County Fire Rescue added three additional bulbs in the Keep the Wreath Green fire safety campaign.
Friday, ECFR responded to a residential structure fire Friday in the 1600 block of Eagle Terrace caused by a discarded cigarette. There were no injuries in the fire that damaged the rear of the single-story home.
On Saturday, ECFR responded to a mobile home fire in the 800 block of North Green Street. No one was at home at the time, and there were no injuries. The home was a total loss.
And on Sunday, ECFR responded to a residential fire that destroyed a home in the 100 block of Ensley Street. Three dogs perished in the fire, which was blamed on space heaters and wiring issues.
Each time firefighters respond to a residential fire with damage, a green light bulb will be replaced with a red one in wreaths at fire stations across the county to remind citizens of the dangers posed by fires in homes.
If your home does not have a working smoke detector, please call Escambia County Fire Rescue at 850-595-HERO (4376) or 850-436-5200 for City of Pensacola residents.
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Janet Marie Cherry
December 20, 2022
Janet Marie Cherry, a much loved and special daughter, passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022.
Janet was born November 29, 1964 in Pensacola, Florida to Frank G. Cherry and Nancy M. Cherry. Janet was a member of ARC Gateway all her life. She was a special Olympian, a league bowler, a player on the Miracle League, and the best square dancer with the Pensacola Special Steppers (a square dance group of and for persons with special needs).
Janet Marie is preceded in death by her father, Frank G. Cherry, her sister, Paula Lynn Cherry, and her grandparents, Fred and Barbara Schuldt, and Phillip R. Cherry and Madeline A. Giani.
She is survived by her mother, Nancy M. Cherry, her brothers, David B. Cherry (Tiffany) and Jason P. Cherry, her uncles Barry K. Schuldt (Anna), and Dennis Cherry (Sandra).
Please make memorials in Janet’s honor to Northview Community Center for Vera Manor Group Home: Hillview Drive, Pensacola, Florida 32514.
Mary B. Bartley
December 20, 2022
Mrs. Mary B. Bartley, of McDavid, FL; went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 18, 2022. Mary was born August 17, 1930, in Oklahoma.
Mother’s heart was her family, the only thing she loved more was her Lord and Savior. When she was younger, she loved fishing and hunting. Mary got saved in her 30’s and then her Love was church! Mother was always filled with laughter and had joy for life. The thing I remember most as a young child is my mother and her best friend Lois Whitmire, laughing as they worked in the fields, cooked and anything else they did together. We always went and spent a week on the river camping every year with several other family members. After daddy passed and she was sick, my mother lost her laughter. The last thing I remember her saying before she passed, was Jesus please take me to where daddy is (that is what she always called our daddy).
Mother is preceded in death by her mother and father, George Wesley and Oma Elizabeth Hamilton, of Oklahoma, her beloved husband, Robert L. Bartley in 2014, three brothers, Dutch Hamilton, W.C. Hamilton, Troy Hamilton, and two sisters, Betty Bond, Ole Mae Pruitt, that she loved dearly.
Mother is survived by her four children, Ricky (Kim) Bartley, of McDavid FL; Randy (Mae Ann) Bartley, of McDavid, FL; Robert (Gladys) Bartley, of Atmore, AL; Lorene (Merle) Whitmire, of McDavid, FL; two grandchildren, Darla (Glenn) Wilson, of Spanish Fort, AL; Brian Belle, of McDavid, FL; three great-grandchildren, Amanda (Blake) Brewton, Ashley (Mitchell) Baker, Aaron Boswell, six great-great beautiful grandchildren, and other relatives.
Funeral service will be held Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Christian Home Church with Rev. Kenny Johnson officiating.
Burial will follow at Christian Home Cemetery
Our hearts are heavy for our loss, but my mother lived a pure, clean, loved filled life for 92 years. The whole family Loves you Mother and Daddy more than you will ever know, your children.
Petty- Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC. Atmore, AL. is in charge of all arrangements.
Aubrey “Sugar Boy” Strength
December 20, 2022
Mr. Aubrey “Sugar Boy” Strength, age 83, passed away, Saturday, December 17, 2022 in Pensacola, FL. He was a lifelong resident of Flomaton, AL. he retired from Scott Paper Company with many years of service.
Mr. Strength was an avid Alabama Football Fan. He loved being outdoors fishing, enjoying his walks on the creek, and riding his four-wheeler. He enjoyed working in his yard and always liked to eat.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John Sebastian (Rosie Johnson) Strength, wife, Perry Lee Strength, two brothers, Terry Glenn Strength, Andrew Houston Strength, two sisters, Earnestell Ellis, and Johnnie Mell Pettis.
He is survived by his one daughter, Judy Towery, of Atmore, AL; three brothers, Sylvester Strength, of Flomaton, AL; John Travis Strength, of Brewton, AL; Henry David Strength, of Flomaton, AL; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, and other relatives.
Funeral service will be Thursday, December 22, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC with Rev. Waylon Stuckey officiating.
Burial will follow at Flomaton Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, December 22, 2022 from 1:00 PM until service time at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Jeff Wright, Dakota Chancery, Sonny Strength, Buddy Strength, Bill Harris, and Donald Jordan.
Honorary pallbearers will be Malcolm Colvin, and William Bell.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home LLC. are in charge of all arrangements.
Timothy Rhett Smith
December 20, 2022
Timothy Rhett Smith, 70, passed away on December 17, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones in Pensacola, Fla. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, and was known to those who loved him as a fierce advocate for animals.
Rhett was born in Pensacola, Fla., on June 27, 1952, and grew up in Warrington and East Hill neighborhoods. He attended Pensacola Christian School, East Hill Christian School, A.V. Clubbs, and graduated from Pensacola High School in 1970.
As a young man, Rhett served in the United States Marine Corps before serving as a deputy sheriff in the Escambia County Sheriff’s Department. He later pursued a career in law, first attending Troy University before obtaining his law degree at the Florida State University School of Law.
Rhett was a vital part of the legal community in Pensacola, first as an attorney at several law firms before starting his own private practice in 1997. In addition to providing legal services to those in need, Rhett was also an active board member of local charitable organizations.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Frances Isabelle Smith; his father, Octavius Hopkins Smith, III; his older brother, William Hopkins Smith; and his canine companions, Jake and Sheba. He is survived by his wife, Teresa Ellen Liles; his son, Timothy Rhett Smith, II, daughter-in-law Ashli Danielle Smith, grandsons William Cash Smith, and Robert Jude Smith; his daughter, Michelle Jenette Davitt, son-in-law Christopher Davitt, and granddaughter Elisabeth Violet Davitt; his daughter, Melissa Katherine Keller, son-in-law Michael David Keller, and grandson Emerson Reese Keller; his sister, Elise Smith-Dawson, brother-in-law Jeffrey A. Dawson, and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be held for friends and family in the new year. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the ASPCA.
Beverly Jean Williams
December 20, 2022
Beverly Jean Williams, born March 2, 1948, was the daughter of the late Victor and Anna Calvesio, later raised by John and Louise Schmuhl.
She was preceded in death by a sister Elizabeth and survived by two brothers, Victor and Raymond.
She was of the Catholic faith. Beverly married Douglas K. Williams on October 1, 1968. She was a loving mother to four surviving children, Sue, Angela, Heather, and Preston, eight grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren.
There will be a celebration of her life to be announced at another time.
FHP Seeks Hit And Run Driver That Struck A Molino Man
December 19, 2022
The Florida Highway Patrol is looking for the driver of a brown pickup truck that struck a pedestrian from Molino last week.
The 20-year old was hit by the pickup truck about 9:30 a.m. on December 14 in the area of Edison Drive and Garfield Drive in Escambia County. Troopers said the pickup turned in front of the pedestrian and immediately fled the area.
Troopers said the pickup could have damage to the driver’s side near the rear of the vehicle.
The name of the Molino man has not been released. He suffered minor injuries.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Florida Highway Patrol at *FHP or Crime Stoppers at (850) 433-STOP.