Donald Keith Griffis
July 31, 2025
Mr. Donald Keith Griffis, who was 72-years-old, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, in Pensacola, Florida. He was born in Atmore, Alabamac and raised in Century, Florida, where he lived for his entire life. His love for his hometown and the community around him was evident to everyone who knew him. He will be remembered fondly by family and friends for his kind spirit and gentle nature.
He loved music, especially playing the piano and guitar. Whenever he got the chance, you could find him strumming away, lost in the melodies. He was also a huge fan of the Atlanta Braves, cheering them on with excitement during every game. His family meant the world to him, and he cherished spending time with them. Going to church was important to him too, where he found comfort and joy in his faith. Reading his Bible brought him peace and guidance, helping him stay grounded in life.
He is preceded in death by his parents, William Earl and Della White Griffis; three brothers, Robert Griffis, Billy Griffis and Marty Griffis.
He is survived by his brother, Rodney Griffis of Century, Florida; sister-in-law, Angie Baggett of Flomaton, Alabama; aunt, Jean Clark of Century, Florida; nieces and caregiver, Mandy Griffis (David) Odom of Century, Florida and Brandy (Jamie) Gafford of Century, Florida; nephew, Josh Griffis of Century, Florida; great-niece, Kaitlin “KK” Gafford; great-nephews, Kaden Odom, Easten Odom, and Keaten Odom; numerous other nieces, nephews and other relatives.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Petty Funeral Homes, Brother Mitch Herring and Brother James Peacock officiating.
Burial will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 10 a.m. until service time at Petty Funeral Homes.
Pallbearers will be Don Word, Nikki Odom, Cody Odom, Johnny Griffis, Patrick Griffis, and Jamie Gafford.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Rocky Coffey, Wayne Stanton and Jimmy Stanton.
Petty Funeral Homes is entrusted with all arrangements.
Henry Kiah Robbins
July 30, 2025
Henry Kiah Robbins, 88, of Molino, Florida, passed away on July 15, 2025. Born on April 24, 1937, to parents, William and Clara, Henry was a resident of Molino.
Henry proudly served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War, before beginning a long career with AT&T, where he worked until his retirement. After retiring, he went to college to later receive his bachelor’s degree. He found great joy in his second career as a realtor, where he continued to connect with people in his community.
Henry was married to his beloved wife, Annette Robbins, for many years. Their life together was one filled with love, dedication, and shared memories.
He is preceded in death by his son, Kent Robbins.
Henry is survived by his wife, Annette; and his son, Jason Kiah Robbins.
Visitation will be from noon until funeral service begins at 1 p.m., Thursday, July 31, 2025, at Trahan Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery.
Joseph Eugene White
July 30, 2025
Mr. Joseph Eugene White, age 74, passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at his residence.
Mr. White was born in Flomaton and has lived here for 59 years moving from Pensacola. He was the President and founder of W.O.A. (Wheel’n Outdoors Adventures). He enjoyed hunting and used to make ceramics and paint ceramics. Mr. White loved to go camping and fishing in Eufaula, Alabama. He loved to spoil his nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father – J.W. White; nephew – Blaze Johnson; mother n law – Kathryn Goolsby; father n law – Herman Goolsby; sister n law – Kathy Molder and brother n laws – Donnie Molder and Chuck Frazier.
Mr. White is survived by his mother – Rosa Lee White; wife of 55 years – Stella White; brother n laws – Allen (Carolyn) Goolsby of Jay, and Ricky (Jill) Goolsby of East Brewton; sisters – Dianne White of Flomaton, Debra (Wayne) Brown of Brewton; sister n laws – Brenda (Ronnie) Johnson of Flomaton and Gail (Randy) Dewberry of Brewton and Ginger (Doug) Norsworthy of Brewton; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, great great nieces and great great nephews.
William A. ‘Bill’ Blackwell
July 30, 2025
William A. “Bill” Blackwell, 71, of Cantonment, FL passed away surrounded by family Friday, July 18, 2025. Bill married his high school sweetheart Janice in 1971 and graduated from George Stone High School in 1972. He then enlisted in the US Army and later became an HVAC instructor for the US Army Corp of Engineers. As a free mason he was a member of the Cantonment Masonic Lodge No.322. He started and ran a prominent HVAC company in Pensacola, Blackwell Heating & Air, for almost 40 years before selling the business and retiring in 2017. Bill thoroughly and passionately enjoyed forestry, hunting, fishing and outdoors at his Peterman, AL farm for many years before and after retirement. After being diagnosed with ALS he moved back closer to family and continued care.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents James M. and Alice T. Blackwell and his brother James M. Blackwell, Jr.
Survivors include his wife, Janice B. Blackwell; son and daughter-in-law, William I. “Billy” and Kelley Blackwell; daughter, Tonya B. Stillwater; grandchildren, Tyler Blackwell (Katie), William “Cole” Stillwater, Skye Stillwater, Landon Blackwell and Layla Bush; great grandchildren, Reed Blackwell and Arabella Stillwater.
Memorial service will be 11am Friday, August 1st at Faith Chapel South, 100 Beverly Pkwy. Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m.
Honorary pallbearers will be Steven Johnson, Arlan “Chris” Christoffersen, Gerald Tompkins and Aaron Stillwater.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the ALS Association to help find a cure for this horrible disease. The family would also like to extend extreme gratitude towards the Veterans Affairs, Gracepoint Home Care and Community Hospice.
William A. ‘Bill’ Blackwell
July 30, 2025
William A. “Bill” Blackwell, 71, of Cantonment, FL passed away surrounded by family Friday, July 18, 2025. Bill married his high school sweetheart Janice in 1971 and graduated from George Stone High School in 1972. He then enlisted in the US Army and later became an HVAC instructor for the US Army Corp of Engineers. As a free mason he was a member of the Cantonment Masonic Lodge No.322. He started and ran a prominent HVAC company in Pensacola, Blackwell Heating & Air, for almost 40 years before selling the business and retiring in 2017. Bill thoroughly and passionately enjoyed forestry, hunting, fishing and outdoors at his Peterman, AL farm for many years before and after retirement. After being diagnosed with ALS he moved back closer to family and continued care.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents James M. and Alice T. Blackwell and his brother James M. Blackwell, Jr.
Survivors include his wife, Janice B. Blackwell; son and daughter-in-law, William I. “Billy” and Kelley Blackwell; daughter, Tonya B. Stillwater; grandchildren, Tyler Blackwell (Katie), William “Cole” Stillwater, Skye Stillwater, Landon Blackwell and Layla Bush; great grandchildren, Reed Blackwell and Arabella Stillwater.
Memorial service will be 11am Friday, August 1st at Faith Chapel South, 100 Beverly Pkwy. Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m.
Honorary pallbearers will be Steven Johnson, Arlan “Chris” Christoffersen, Gerald Tompkins and Aaron Stillwater.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the ALS Association to help find a cure for this horrible disease. The family would also like to extend extreme gratitude towards the Veterans Affairs, Gracepoint Home Care and Community Hospice.
Mary “Penny” Butler Pittman
July 29, 2025
Mary “Penny” Butler Pittman, age 76, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, in Pensacola, Florida, surrounded by loved ones. Born on September 19, 1948, in Phoenix, Arizona, Penny brought warmth, creativity, and a deep devotion to family into every aspect of her life.
Penny was a gifted artist who found joy and expression through painting and quilting. Her works were not only beautiful, but imbued with heart—each one a reflection of her vibrant spirit. She was a dedicated wife, a wonderful mother, and a fiercely loyal sister. Her family was the center of her world, and her love was steady, unconditional, and ever-present.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Cecil “Josh” Joshua Pittman; children, Michelle Paquette, Jennifer “Jenny” (Matthew) Fromsdorf, Michael “Mike” (Brittany) Paquette, David Pittman, Mac (Holly) Pittman, Nathan (Shannon) Pittman, and Elain (Adam) Gardner; beloved sister, Darlyn Butler; brothers, Skip (Karen) Butler and Randy (Stephanie) Butler; sister-in-law, Kristin Butler; 13 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren.
Penny was preceded in death by her parents, James “Jim” Butler and Bennie Jo Butler; and her brother, Jodie Butler.
Her legacy of creativity, compassion, and unwavering loyalty will live on in all who knew and loved her.
A celebration of Penny’s life will be held at Faith Chapel Funeral Home 1000 S. Highway 29, Cantonment, Florida 32533 on Thursday, July 31st, at 8am.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements
William A. ‘Bill’ Blackwell
July 29, 2025
William A. “Bill” Blackwell, 71, of Cantonment, FL, passed away surrounded by family Friday, July 18, 2025. Bill married his high school sweetheart Janice in 1971 and graduated from George Stone High School in 1972. He then enlisted in the US Army and later became an HVAC instructor for the US Army Corp of Engineers.
As a freemason he was a member of the Cantonment Masonic Lodge No.322. He started and ran a prominent HVAC company in Pensacola, Blackwell Heating & Air, for almost 40 years before selling the business and retiring in 2017. Bill thoroughly and passionately enjoyed forestry, hunting, fishing and outdoors at his Peterman, AL farm for many years before and after retirement. After being diagnosed with ALS he moved back closer to family and continued care.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents James M. and Alice T. Blackwell and his brother James M. Blackwell, Jr.
Survivors include his wife, Janice B. Blackwell; son and daughter-in-law, William I. “Billy” and Kelley Blackwell; daughter, Tonya B. Stillwater; grandchildren, Tyler Blackwell (Katie), William “Cole” Stillwater, Skye Stillwater, Landon Blackwell and Layla Bush; great grandchildren, Reed Blackwell and Arabella Stillwater.
Memorial service will be 11am Friday, August 1st at Faith Chapel South, 100 Beverly Pkwy. Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. .
Honorary pallbearers will be Steven Johnson, Arlan “Chris” Christoffersen, Gerald Tompkins and Aaron Stillwater.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the ALS Association to help find a cure for this horrible disease. The family would also like to extend extreme gratitude towards the Veterans Affairs, Gracepoint Home Care and Community Hospice.
Jesse Edgar Casey
July 25, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jesse Edgar Casey, who left us on July 24, 2025 at the age of 72. He flew into the arms of our loving Lord and Savior Jesus Christ surrounded by loved ones.
Born on January 25, 1953 in Monroeville, Alabama, he was the beloved son of Jack and Mary Casey. He will be remembered for his love of cars, racing, and hunting, kindness, sense of humor, and work ethic.
Jesse is survived by newlywed wife of 50 years Sally Jo Casey; 3 children, Tracy Casey Tullier (Sean), Tommy Casey, and Jason Casey; 3 grandchildren, Dakota, Chantz, and Taylor; 5 great grandchildren; two sisters Louise and Eloise; numerous nephew, niece, and great nephew and preceded in death by parents Jack and Mary Casey; sister Shirley Stewart.
A memorial service will be held on July 31, 2025 at 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. for visitation and funeral services 10:30, at Marcus Pointe Baptist. All who knew and loved Jesse are welcome to attend and honor his memory.
“Though he may be gone from our sight, he will never be gone from our hearts.”
Larry Van Davis
July 25, 2025
Mr. Larry Van Davis, who was 77 years old, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He lived in Atmore, Alabama, his whole life and was a devoted member of Bethel Methodist Church. His kindness and spirit will be missed by all who knew him.
He loved spending time outdoors, whether it was fishing or working in the yard to make everything look nice. Riding around on the golf cart with his dogs brought him joy, as they raced alongside him. Coaching little league baseball gave him a chance to share his love for the game with kids, while watching football and baseball games kept him entertained. He enjoyed relaxing with western movies and cherished moments with his family and grandchildren. And through it all, his loyal dog, Little Bit, was always by his side, adding to the warmth of his days. He worked at the bus shop as a supervisor for thirty years.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Dalton and Amelia Thomley Davis; sister, Tracy Ballentine; grandson, Kameron Davis; granddaughter, Tiffany Ann Davis.
Mr. Davis is survived by his loving wife of fifty-nine years, Ann Davis of Atmore, Alabama; two sons, Wesley and wife Paige Davis of Atmore, Alabama and Steve Davis of Atmore, Alabama; two brothers, Terry Davis and wife Beth of Conroe, Texas and Jerry Davis of Florence, Alabama; five sisters, Pat Sadler of League City, Texas, Sue Davis of Rogersville, Alabama, Barbara Eppley of Santa Fe, Texas, Tina Davis of Jacksonville, Florida, and Tammy Williams and husband Shane of Perdido, Alabama; three grandchildren, Kyle (Kasey) Atkins, Sommer (Jack) Davis and Emily Davis; three great-grandchildren, Kannon, Gracie, and Daizee-Mae.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, July 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC with Reverend Kay Vickrey officiating.
Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Sunday, July 27, 2025 from 2:00 PM until service time at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes.
Jacqueline B. Freisinger
July 22, 2025
Jacqueline B. Freisinger
February 16, 1931 – July 19, 2025
She was born February 16, 1931. in Pensacola, to Andrew Dowling and Maggie Mae Nicholson Bowman. She was a lifelong resident of Escambia County and a descendent of several pioneer families to Florida.
She held membership in Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church for many years and later in the Highland Baptist Church in Molino, always an active member.
Her family was very special to her. She made her career with the United States Department of Agriculture. She loved the natural environment. Her retirement years were spent in church ministry and civic endeavors in the community. She was an avid genealogist with membership in local historical and genealogical societies.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, Marvin Lee Lucas, who passed away December 31, 1952, and her sister Doris Coon. She is also preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Richard William Freisinger. She is survived by her son, Marvin Lee and Sharon Cutts Lucas, and daughter, Carol Ann Freisinger and Harry Swinford; grandchildren Heather Lucas and Joshua Bedwell, William Ashton and Amber Williams Lucas, Marvin Dowling and Chelsea Prather Lucas, and Margaret Huston Swinford; great grandchildren, Mollie Lenea Bedwell, Madalyn Lei Bedwell, Anson Lane Bedwell, Aidan Loche Bedwell, Skye Grace Marie Tanton, Kora Leigh Lucas, Jacqueline Aniece Lucas, William “Liam” Ashton Lucas II, Laurance Graham Lucas and Huston Mackenzie Lucas; brother, Julian Duane and Shirley Bowman, sister, Faye and Jimmy Silvia, sister-in-law Ollie Mae Freisinger, along with many nieces and nephews.
There will be a private family burial at Ray’s Chapel Cemetery in Bogia, Florida. On Thursday, July 24, 2025, the family will receive family and friends at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North from 4-7 p.m.
The family wishes to express their thanks and gratitude to Virginia, Lillie, Debra S. and Debra G. Also, Life Care Center of Pensacola and Vitas Healthcare.
The family would welcome memorial contributions be made to a local charitable organization of your choice.