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Eunice Euline Nall

Kelly Ann Price Nigh

Kelly Ann Price Nigh, 54, left us for her heavenly home on Friday, March 6, 2026, surrounded by her family and friends after a courageous and fierce battle with cancer. She was born to Myrtle and Fred Price on February 24, 1972 in Pensacola.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Myrtle. She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Bobby Nigh, her loving son and daughter in love, Gavin (Amanda) Nigh. She was the best “Keepee” to grandson Walker and a loving and dedicated daughter to her Daddy, Fred Price. Sisters include Cheryl Benton, Kym Willnecker (Tommy), Cathy Ciccone (Steve) and sister from another mother, Maria (RiRi) Blackmon. Brothers are Gavin Price (Mary) and Jimmie Martin (Stephanie). She leaves several nieces and nephews and many cousins who were all very special to Kelly. Kind-hearted and caring with an open ear for all, Kelly was a lifelong resident of Beulah and a volunteer for the Beulah Volunteer Fire Department which she served and supported faithfully. She was an advocate for all animals: cats, dogs, goats, chickens, and especially horses. She was in love with the staff and kids of Kingsfield Elementary School. Too many friends to count, they were her second family and she loved them all.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Windy Hill Baptist Church, 9896 Rebel Road, Pensacola, Florida. Family visitation from 1-2pm with the service to follow.

Honorary pallbearers are Floyd Heist, Nathan White, David Barretto, Stacy Schultz, Phillip Polk and Bill Armstrong. Donations may be made to Windy Hill Baptist Church or a charity of your choice.

A very special thank you to Dr. Yazan Al-Sayed and his amazing staff at Sacred Heart Cancer Center. He recognized how special Kelly was. His compassion and sensitivity made a difference.

Melvin Franklin “Buck” Powell

Melvin Franklin “Buck” Powell, 82, of Atmore, Alabama, passed away on March 14, 2026.  Buck was born on October 14, 1943, in Century, Florida, to Mark and Mabel Powell.

He grew up in Flomaton, AL, where he graduated from Flomaton High School.  Buck went on to attend Auburn University, where he graduated in  1966 with a B.S. in Education.  He also received his M.S. in Educational Leadership from Troy University in 1983.

Coach Powell began his teaching and coaching career at Lyeffion High School in Evergreen, AL., and then at Greenville High School.  In 1970, Coach made a move that had a huge impact on his life; he became the head coach at Century High School.  During his six seasons leading the Black Cats, his teams went 46-15-2.   Coach Powell was named Escambia River Conference Coach of the Year in 1973, 1974, and 1975.  Also in 1975, he was named Florida Coach of the Year.

In 1976, Coach Powell was named the Athletic Director and Head Football Coach at Escambia County High School.  During his tenure, the Blue Devils were 33-17 in region play.  In 1983, the Blue Devils posted a record-setting season of 13-2 and won the 3A Alabama State Football Championship.  Coach Powell was also named Alabama Football Coach of the Year.

In 1984, Buck transitioned into administration as the Assistant Principal at Escambia High School.  In 1955, he became the Principal at Rachel Patterson Elementary School.  He loved being involved with younger children.  He developed a new cream entitled “Sore No More’, a magic wand that could cure stomachaches, and he couldn’t wait until Storybook Week to see what storybook character he would be.

In 2000, Buck was appointed Superintendent of Education for Escambia County Schools, and he shifted his focus to serving teachers and students across the county.  During his tenure, the State of Alabama was hit with a financial crisis, and school funding was cut drastically over the next several years.  Buck turned his efforts to passing a millage tax that would ensure that funding was available at the local level to continue to provide a quality education for our students and support to our teachers.  The referendum was passed, and Mr. Powell retired from public education in June of 2006.

During his retirement, he enjoyed deep-sea fishing with his best friend, Roy, woodworking, anything related to Auburn University sports, and just piddling.

Mr. Powell is survived by his wife of 46 years, Mary Bess Faircloth Powell; his 2 daughters, Kelli Shelley and Joei Buck (John) of Bay Minette, AL., and his son, Mark Powell (Katie) of Mountain Brook, AL.  He is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.

Additional survivors include his sisters Evelyn Downing (Bill) of Flomaton, AL, and Jean Goodwyn (Tyler) of Gulf Shores, AL.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin Franklin Powell and Mabel Brantley Powell, and his sister, Judy Champion.

Mr. Powell was a member of First Methodist Church of Atmore, AL.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., at First Methodist church of Atmore, AL.   Visitation will be held Tuesday, March 17, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. until service time at 2:00 p.m. at First Methodist Church of Atmore.  Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL.

Active Pallbearers will be Tony Brown, Toney Simpson, Dabney Langhorne, Larry Stuckey, Carl Ward, Robby Jaye, Scottie Flowers, Frank Taylor, Jon Dees, George McMillian, Ron Middleton, Homer Brown, and Mike Stacey.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the More Than Bricks Campaign (Educational Building Renovation) at First Methodist church, Atmore, AL, in memory of Buck Powell.

We would like to thank Dr. Jonah McIntyre, Atmore Community Hospital, Atmore Nursing Center, and Southern Care Hospice for the compassionate and loving care of Buck during his illness.

Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Martin “Buddy” Upshaw, Jr

Martin “Buddy” Upshaw, Jr., 80, of Pensacola, passed away Tuesday, March 10th, 2026.

He was born in St. George, SC on June 4, 1945 to Martin Upshaw, Sr. and Susan Thomas Upshaw. Buddy retired from NAS Pensacola flight line in 2000, he also worked at NADEP Pensacola after serving in the Air Force as a helicopter mechanic during Vietnam. He had a passion for working on cars, spending time at the drag strip, and sharing his knowledge of fixing things with his children.

He was preceded in death by both of his parents, Martin Upshaw, Sr. and Susan Upshaw.

He is survived by two sisters, Linda Tippin, and Pam (Kim) Huggins; two stepchildren from a previous marriage, Anissa Allen (Willie Gaines), Preston (Denise) Minton; children, Eric (Tammy) Rathburn, Janina Upshaw, Jennifer Pollmeier, and Janelle Schroeder (Chris Tucker); his beloved grandchildren, Kendra, Preston, Shelby, Xavier, Dustie, Raven, Jade, Paige, Drayton, Donovan, and Link; along with six great-grandchildren; and multiple nieces and nephews that he adored.

Pallbearers: Eric Rathburn, Preston Minton, Ryan Huggins, Drayton Schroeder, Chris Tucker, and Willie Gaines.

Franklin Nelson “Frankie” Bell

Franklin Nelson “Frankie” Bell, 81, passed away peacefully at his home in Atmore, Alabama, on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Frankie was born in Century, FL on July 10, 1944. He was a devoted husband, father, and longtime football coach whose life was marked by dedication to his family, his community, and the many young athletes he mentored throughout his career.

Frankie was a graduate of Flomaton High School in Flomaton, Alabama, Class of 1962. As a senior, he was named to the 1961 All-State Football Team. After high school, he attended Mississippi State College, where he earned his bachelor’s degree and proudly played football for the Bulldogs for all four years. He graduated with the Class of 1966.

Upon graduation, Frankie began his coaching and teaching career, from 1965-1968 in Talladega, Alabama. He later transferred to Haralson County High School, Tallapoosa Georgia, where he coached for six years (1968-1975) with the Rebels. He then came to Escambia County High School, in 1976. He remained a cornerstone of the Escambia County High School faculty and athletic program until 2005, finishing his career as Head Football Coach, as well as, contributing to the athletic program as the school’s tennis coach. During his tenure, Frankie and the coaching staff led the ECHS Blue Devils to a State Championship in 1983. Simultaneously, through his 39 years at ECHS, he was a part of the Summer Recreation Program until his retirement.

Throughout his years at Escambia County High School, he became known for his strong defensive teams, shutout games, and his deep appreciation for the athletes and students who came through the program. When asked in an article with The Atmore Advance during his retirement why he never left Escambia County, Frankie simply replied, “When you come to a place, it’s your home. This is still going to be my home. I never found a reason to go anywhere else.”

In retirement, Frankie cherished time spent with his family and rarely missed the opportunity to attend their extracurricular activities. Frankie also enjoyed caring for horses, a passion he had carried with him since his younger days. He took his love for coaching, and turned that into personal training as a Wellness Trainer with Poarch Creek Indians.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis Nelson Bell and Elvia “Inez” (Knowles) Bell.

He is survived by his beautiful wife of 39 years, Althea Bell; children Michael Bell of Texas, Jeffrey (Kelley) Bell of Flomaton, Alabama, Holly (Jane) Bell of Atmore, Alabama, Brian (Emily) Bell of Walnut Hill, Florida, Brent Bell of Atmore, Alabama, and Brooke (Coty) Rolin of Poarch, Alabama; along with 14 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Ricky Colbert, Carl Ward, Raymond Robinson, Hank Lee, Tomorrion Barnes (T-Bone), and Ron Middleton.

Honorary pallbearers include former players, coaching colleagues, and faculty members who had the privilege of working alongside him and witnessing the lasting impact he made on generations of students and athletes.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home. Interment to follow at New Home Cemetery.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Jonah McIntyre and Southern Care Hospice for the compassionate and loving care given to Frankie during his illness.

The family would also like to extend a special thank you to Kaylee Sanspree and Melvin Middleton for their care and coordination before, during, and after Frankie’s passing.

Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Carol Ann (Ward) Driver

Carol Ann (Ward) Driver passed away on March 12, 2026, at Baptist Hospital in Pensacola, Florida. She was 83 years old.

Carol Ann was born on September 14, 1943, in Atmore, Alabama, at Greenlawn Hospital to Ernest and Frances Ward. She was raised in Walnut Hill, Florida, and later in life moved to her husband James Lloyd Driver’s home in Loxley, Alabama.

She graduated from Ernest Ward High School in Walnut Hill, Florida, where she was honored as Senior Class Homecoming Queen, Drum Major, and Lead Majorette. Her senior class also voted her “Beauty.” She was active in sports and played both softball and volleyball.

Carol Ann was a lifelong member of Walnut Hill Baptist Church in Walnut Hill, Florida, where she attended faithfully for many years. Later in life, after moving to her husband James Lloyd Driver’s home in Loxley, Alabama, she regularly attended Loxley Church of God, now known as Loxley Church, while continuing to return to Walnut Hill Baptist Church for special gatherings and homecoming services.

Carol Ann loved her family and was known for her joyful spirit. She enjoyed laughing, baking, cooking, playing the piano, watching westerns, and getting her hair and nails done. She especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends and cherished every moment shared with them.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Frances Ward; her brother, Jeff Ward; her husband, James Lloyd Driver; and her daughters, Lisa Littles and Lynn Driver.

She is survived by her children, Lana Pulido (Raul Pulido), Luci Parmer (Bryan Parmer), and Horace Lloyd Driver.

She is also survived by her grandchildren, Reid Carrillo, A.J. Sappenfield, J.D. Sappenfield, Justice Smith, Samantha Langham (Chase Langham), Raul Pulido, and Sabrina Pulido.

She is further survived by her great-granddaughter, Lennox Langham.

She is also survived by her siblings, Judy Eicher (Wallace Eicher) and Harry Ward (Judy Ward).

Carol Ann will be remembered for her warmth, laughter, and the love she shared with her family and friends. Her senior quote was, “Leave with no tears and few regrets.”

Active pallbearers will be Reid Carrillo (grandson), Raul Pulido (grandson), Vic Eicher (nephew), Brett Ward (cousin), Chase Langham (granddaughter Samantha Langham’s husband), and Julio Atenza (family friend).

Honorary pallbearers will be A.J. Sappenfield (grandson), J.D. Sappenfield (grandson), Justice Smith (grandson), Lloyd Duncan (brother-in-law), Tim Gibbs (niece Gina Gibbs’ husband), Charles Driver (cousin), and Jeff Smith (family friend).

Ladies of the Privy Chamber will be Kathy Baker (sister-in-law), Katherine Breeden (sister-in-law), Marilyn Bridges (cousin), Lynn Wilson (family friend), Sue Crook (caregiver and family friend), and Neak Charnease (family friend).

Ladies in Waiting will be Samantha Langham (granddaughter), Sabrina Pulido (granddaughter), Lennox Langham (great-granddaughter), Mary Helen O’Quin (cousin), Joyce Dempsey (family friend), and Alicia Williams (family friend).

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Sue Crook, her caregiver, for the kindness, compassion, and friendship she shared with Carol Ann.

Visitation will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 18, at Loxley Church with Lead Pastor Kevin Mills, located at 5220 S Hickory Street, Loxley, Alabama 36551.

Celebration of Life funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, at Walnut Hill Baptist Church with Lead Pastor Ted Bridges (cousin), located at 5741 Arthur Brown Road, Walnut Hill, Florida 32568.

Burial will follow in the Driver family plots at Walnut Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, where Carol Ann will be laid to rest beside her husband, James Lloyd Driver.

Arrangements are being handled by Mack Funeral Home in Robertsdale, Alabama.

Sally “Lynne” Miller

Ms. Sally “Lynne” Miller, age 90, passed away Monday, March 16, 2026, at her residence.

Ms. Miller was born in Holyoke, MA. but was a lifelong resident of Escambia County Alabama. Ms. Miller enjoyed crocheting, sewing and embroidering. She loved working in her flowers and enjoyed doing puzzles. She loved watching Alabama football. Ms. Lynne loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren very much. She loved baking, watching chain reaction on TV with her great grandchildren. She also enjoyed decorating at Christmas time with her great grandchildren. Ms. Miller’s great grandchildren say she loved drinking her Diet Dr. Peppers. Ms. Miller is preceded in death by her parents – Talmadge and Gertrude Beasley; a grandson – Lane Clary.

Ms. Sally Miller is survived by her two sons – Randal W. Miller of Little Rock, AL and Ricky W. Miller of Little Rock, AL; one daughter – Lynne Wynell Miller Clary of Flomaton; one brother – Skip Beasley of Castleberry; one sister – Kay Mooney of Walnut Hill, FL; four grandchildren – Cody (Madison Savage) Clary, Justin Clary, Jennifer Walker and Kaleb Miller; five great grandchildren – Lane Franklin, Weston Griener, Randi Jo Griener, Beckett Clary and Taytum Clary; a cousin – Jean Hobby of Raleigh, N.C.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. from the chapel of Flomaton Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Walnut Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. at the Flomaton Funeral Home chapel.

Lillie Miller Stocke

Ruth Elizabeth Stone

Ruth Elizabeth Stone was born in Pensacola Florida on March 4th, 1952, and died in Sant Pere de Ribes Spain on December 31st, 2025. She was predeceased by her parents George G. Stone and Pattie O. Stone.

Ruth leaves behind her son George Aaron Black of Washington DC and granddaughter Eleanor of Philadelphia, son Patrick Ezell of Dadeville, Alabama, and daughter Stacey Ezell (Mouloud) and granddaughter Cosima of Sant Pere de Ribes Spain.

Ruth also leaves behind four siblings, Bruce Stone (Anita), Laura Ferrell (Jerry), Jean Wiggins (Glen), Bob Stone (Cathy), and nineteen nieces and nephews. A private memorial service was held.

Ruth graduated as Valedictorian from Ernest Ward High School, Walnut Hill Florida in 1970. She earned a bachelor’s degree in social science from Florida State University and then in 1976 graduated with honors from Florida State University College of Law with a Juris Doctor.

Ruth’s career highlights include practicing with Florida Legal Services, assistant state attorney in the juvenile division of the First Judicial Court State Attorney’s Office, managing attorney for Legal Services Corporation of Alabama, and last in Ruth’s career, she was the Wayne and Pat Hogan Professor of Trial Practice at FSU. She was the faculty advisor for the FSU Law Trial Team and had served as a coach for mock trial competitions. The many highly acclaimed mock trial problems that Ruth wrote for FSU sponsored competitions included topics such as gun violence, right of access to Florida beaches by the public, use of drones, and more. Ruth retired from the university after serving for more than 22 years as a member of the clinical faculty.

Ruth led an adventuresome life. In addition to writing, Ruth was an avid reader, a member of many book clubs, a past president of the Tallahassee Women Lawyers, a joyful shopper of local arts, crafts, and food markets, a worldwide traveler, and our family historian. In her earlier years, she loved to camp, hike, and canoe with her friends and family.

Ruth had a kind and generous heart and will be missed by all who knew her.

Douglas Chastang

of Cantonment, Florida passed away on March 13, 2026. Doug was born on February 26, 1959.

He was born and grew up in Pensacola, Florida, where he attended Woodham High School. Doug was a graduate of the University of South Alabama. He dedicated over 30 years of service as an engineer at the Navy base, where he was respected for his hard work and dedication.

Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Lucille Chastang and Pelham Chastang.

He is survived by his daughters, Alonna Perry (Trevor) and Brittany Chastang (Brittany); his beloved grandchildren, Lillian Perry and Henry Perry; and his sisters, Carolyn Schmitz and Sylvia Davis.

Doug was a loving father, brother and grandfather. He especially loved spoiling his grandchildren and cherished the time he spent with them. He had a love for the outdoors and was known for his sense of humor and pulling pranks on friends and family. In his younger years he enjoyed golfing, riding dirt bikes, camping, hunting and simply being outside. He was also a devoted Alabama football fan.

Doug will be remembered for his humor, love of the outdoors, and the deep love he had for his friends and family. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

A short service will be held graveside on Thursday, March 19th at 10:00a.m. at Holy Cross Cemetery. Immediately following will be a reception at Hillcrest Church, 9 Mile Road in the Northwest Hall.

In Lieu of flowers, you can make donations to Hillcrest Baptist Church in memory of Doug Chastang.

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