Gary Michael Wolfe
August 15, 2021
Mr. Gary Michael Wolfe, age 63 of Jay, FL passed away Saturday, August 14, 2021 in a Pensacola, FL hospital.
He was born in Pensacola and was a life long resident of Jay. During his working years, he worked as an electrician for Sims Brothers Construction. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was of the Christian faith.
Mr. Wolfe was preceded in death by a son, Gary Michael Wolfe, Jr.; and his parents, Roderick Leon Wolfe and Linnie Ruth Partin Wolfe.
He is survived by four brothers, Jeffery (Cynthia) Wolfe of Jay, FL, Terry (Dianne) Wolfe off Jay, FL, Carl (Vicki) Wolfe of Jay, and Matthew (Elizabeth) Wolfe of Kansas City, MO; one sister, Cynthia (Dave) Maddux of Jay, FL; one daughter, Donna Wolfe of Jay, FL; a grandson, Lane Michael Barrow; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at Mount Carmel United Methodist Church with Rev. Bennie Ray Wolfe and Rev. Mark Barkfield officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Carmel United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at Mount Carmel United Methodist Church on Wednesday from 10:00 A.M. until service time at 11:00 A.M.
Pallbearers: Trenton Watson, Terry Wolfe, Carl Wolfe, Matthew Wolfe, Jeff Wolfe, and Dylan Callahan.
Honorary Pallbearer: Cynthia Maddux
Lillian Elbia Wood
August 15, 2021
Mrs. Lillian Elbia Wood, age 71, passed away Thursday, August 12, 2021 in Bay Minette, AL.
Mrs. Wood was born in Atmore, AL and had been a resident of Milton for the past 28 years, coming from Century, FL. She loved being a grandmother, great-grandmother, and spending time with her family and friends, and dirt racing.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Audrey Gene Wood; her parents, Leon Franklin Sanders and Mercy Jane Anderson; daughter, Tammy Lynn Wood; sisters, Velma Hendrix, Luverne Sanders, and Barbara Ann Wood; and brothers, Lonnie Sanders, Buford Sanders, and Roy Sanders.
Mrs. Wood is survived by two sons, Lynn (Tonya) Wood of California, and Chris (Natasha) Wood of Flomaton; two daughters, Marie (Eddie) Peek of Flomaton, April (Kenny) Wood of Bay Minette; a niece, Betty Jo Kitchens; grandchildren, Bobby (Savana) Wood, Khrys (Erika) Wood, Dustyn Wood, Samantha (Skyler) Burgess, Jamie Peek, Jessica Peek, Angel (Blake) Ard, Robin Ard, Mason Lail, and Phenix Voorhees; and six great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. from the chapel of Flomaton Funeral Home with Bro. Bobby Carnley officiating. Interment will follow in Cora Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at Flomaton Funeral Home on Monday from 6:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M.
Pallbearers: Khrys Wood, Dustyn Wood, Bobby Wood, Brian Wood, Eric Wood, A.J. Fraley, Kenny Voorhees, and Allen Inman.
Evie Lou Baggett
August 14, 2021
Mrs. Evie Lou Baggett, age 75, was called home August 7, 2021 at her home in Atmore, AL. She has resided most of her life in Atmore, AL. and was a member of the Martinville Baptist Church.
Mrs. Baggett loved shopping and traveling with her late husband Mr. Roy Baggett. They both loved traveling with the Poarch Creek Seniors. She loved traveling so much that she, loved to talk with her son Rex, to find out about all the different places he had been traveling to being an airline pilot.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dan Williams (Ellen Miller Williams), husband Roy Baggett, one brother, Louis Zangas, two sisters, Elizabeth Williams and Polly Hicks.
She is survived by her son, Rex Baggett (Stephanie) of Atmore, AL; one sister, Marie Lynn of Atmore, AL; two grandchildren, Lindsey Baggett and Clay Dall.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home LLC with Rev. Earl Harrison officiating.
Burial will follow at Little Rock Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 10, 2021 from 10:00 AM until service time at 11:00 AM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home LLC.
Pallbearers will be Rex Baggett, Doug Murphy, Clay Dall and Cameron Murphy.
Sarah Virginia (Cool) Schachle
August 14, 2021
Sarah Virginia (Cool) Schachle 97 of Molino, FL, died August 12, 2021, at home.
A native of Pennsylvania, she lived in Biglerville, PAc before moving to the Pensacola, FL, area in 1951 with her husband and children. She helped manage S & R Egg Ranch with her husband, while raising 11 children with love and care.
She is preceded in death by her husband, George William Schachle Jr.; daughter, Virginia K. Druding; son, Timothy L. Schachle; and grandson, Joseph Flowers. She was also preceded in death by her parents, John F. and Grace Cool; and numerous brothers and sisters.
Sarah is survived by her children, George W. (Cindy) Schachle of Montana, Paul F (Margaret) Schachle of Molino, Vincent P. (Becky) Schachle of Molino, John M. Schachle of Pensacola, Pastor Anthony L. (Jane) Schachle of Tennessee, Susie S. (Wes) Conner of Molino, Donna M. Sanders of Molino, Charles D. Schachle of Molino, and Joseph E. Schachle of Molino. Along with 22 grandchildren, 64 great grandchildren; 8 great great grandchildren; and her brothers, John Cool and Danny Cool of Pennsylvania.
Funeral services will be held at Faith Chapel Funeral Home, August 17,2021. Visitation will be 12-1PM
Funeral service will follow at 1PM with Pastor Tony Schachle Jr. and Pastor Jim officiating.
Interment will follow in Morgan Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Jacob Schachle, Charlie Schachle, Matthew Milstid, Benny Porter, Josh Allen, and Brian Darbyshire. Honorary bearers will be Aaron Gaff, Conner Schaefer and Wes Conner.
The family would like to thank Emerald Coast Hospice for the loving care they gave mother in her last days.
Gregory Elbert Gibson
August 13, 2021
Mr. Gregory Elbert Gibson, age 41, passed away on Wednesday, August 11, 2021, in Atmore, AL. Greg was born in Louisiana. He lived in Atmore, AL, but has spent most of his life in the Walnut Hill, FL, area, and he was a member of the Holy Ground Holiness Church.
Greg was president and cheer coordinator of Northwest Escambia Youth Football League “NWE”. He enjoyed swimming, camping, fishing, and weightlifting He was an avid Alabama football fan.
Greg loved, NWE Football and Northview High School. He spent long hours and put a lot of blood, sweat and tears into the new field at Bradberry Park.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Donald W. Gibson and Mrs. Atricebea Presley Gibson, grandmother Faye Wilson, grandfather Elbert Gibson, and grandparents Rena and Hosea Presley.
He is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Sylvia “Jodi” Gibson of Atmore, AL; one son, Justin Elliott Gibson, of Atmore, AL; three daughters, Olivia Gibson, of Atmore, AL; Caitlyn Gibson, of Atmore, AL; Presley Gibson, of Atmore, AL; one brother, Donnie W. Gibson, of Waynesboro, GA; and one sister, Joy Gibson, of Mobile, AL.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday August 18, 2021, at 3 p.m. at Bradberry Park football field with Bro. Justin Morse, Sis. Kathy Stophel and Rev. Ted Bridges officiating.
Burial will follow at Poarch Baptist Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 17, 2021, from 6-9 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home in Atmore.
Pallbearers will be Jimmy Spizzirro, Scooter Edwards, Josh Godwin, Rick Pierce, Donnie Gibson, and Josh Greenwell.
Honorary pallbearers will be Mark Mclaughlin, Tim Crenshaw, and John Madison.
Eugene “Uncle Gene” Mack Barnett
August 12, 2021
Eugene “Uncle Gene” Mack Barnett, age 70, passed away on August 10, 2021 in Pensacola, FL.
He was born on April 3, 1951 in Bay Minette, AL to Charlie Barnett, Sr. and Hayes Barnett. He graduated from Baldwin County High School in 1969 and attended Faulkner State Jr. College. Gene owned Gateswood Sporting Goods, but spent a majority of his career at General Electrical Company.
Gene married his High School Sweetheart, the love of his life, Debra McNeill, on September 14, 1972. He loved life and spent so much time with family and friends. He was “Uncle Gene” to most everyone. Gene was an avid outdoorsmen, Master Gardener and storyteller, enthusiastic song leader, and great historian. He was also a member of Clear Springs United Methodist Church and a member of the Bee Tree Hunting Club.
Gene was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie Barnett, Sr. and Hayes Barnett; brother, Charlie Barnett, Jr.; and nephew, Melvin Barnett.
He is survived by his wife, Debra Barnett; brothers, Buddy (Vanessa) Barnett, George (Anita) Barnett, Joe (Glenda) Barnett, and Jimmy (Brenda) Barnett; sisters, Sue (Ed) Lane and Janie Quick; sister-in-law, Pat McNeill; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, August 15, 2021 beginning at 5:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Monday, August 16, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at Clear Springs United Methodist Church with B.J. Carpenter officiating. Burial will follow at Clear Springs United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Montie Barnett, Michael Barnett, Matthew Barnett, Jerry Barnett, Rob Barnett, Heath Lane, Scott Lane, John Helms, Jonah Hardy, and Gilbert Sims.
Honorary Pallbearers are Patrick Barnett, Keith McNeill, Sean McNeill, Greg McNeill, Carl Denham, Ron Cook, Terry Turk, Jimmy Racine, Bo Campbell, Forrest Gibbs, Robert Duke, Ron Griffin, Steve Bates, and Dr. Mike Barrett.
Clarence Arthur Hammonds
August 11, 2021
Clarence Arthur Hammonds passed away on Saturday, August 7th, after a long illness. He was born on February 22, 1943 in Flomaton, Alabama to Charlie Wade Hammonds and Emma Hammac Hammonds. He graduated from Flomaton High School. He married Wanda Morgan of Pensacola on August 24, 1977.
Clarence was preceded in death by his parents and sister Helen Lister. He is survived by his wife Wanda and sons, Jason and Sandy, and brothers Bodie, Ray, Wade, Carl, and sister Vera Hall.
After high school, Clarence was employed by Brewton Iron Works, Brewton Alabama for about 5 years. After moving to Pensacola, he gained employment with Builder’s Ready Mix in Cantonment (now known as American concrete Supply) for over 40 years until his retirement. Mr. Billy Campbell, owner of American Concrete Supply was his mentor and father figure to Clarence whom he dearly loved. Mr. Campbell’s family was also his extended family. Mr. Campbell regarded Clarence as one of his most reliable and dependable employees with contractors specifically requesting Clarence for delivery to their jobsite. Clarence also enjoyed attending church with Mr. Campbell at the Beams of Light Holiness Church in Cantonment until his illness prevented him from doing so. Clarence was an avid University of Alabama football fan and loved watching the games with his family.
Active pallbearers are Noel Watkins, Jeff Morgan, Bill Lewis, Paul Brown, Larry Woodward, and Ed Brown. Honorary pallbearers are Jack Morgan, Bodie Hammonds, Ray Hammonds and Carl Hammonds.
Services will be held this Friday, August 13th at 2pm with visitation beginning at 1pm. Burial will be at the private sector of the Morgan Cemetery in Molino, Florida. Phillip Deane, pastor of Beams of Light Holiness Church will be officiating.
Jimmie Odell Self
August 11, 2021
On Sunday August 8th 2021, Jimmie Odell Self, loving husband, father, and grandfather, walked into God’s arms after 72 years of earthly life.
Jimmie was born on May 14, 1949 in Brewton, AL to Odell and Frances Self. He relocated to Pensacola, FL at the age of 14 and graduated from Tate High School in the class of 1967. He attended Jefferson Davis Junior College and Louisiana State University, New Orleans, where he was an excellent basketball player and star shooter. He spent the majority of his career at Escambia Molded Plastics.
Jimmie married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Debbie (Owen) Self on August 2nd, 1969. They had two daughters. They were married 52 years, celebrating their anniversary just a few days before his passing.
Jimmie loved sports, and especially golf and University of Alabama football. He enjoyed spending time with his family, and especially his grandsons, who each called him a different name…Grumps, Dumps, Dumpy, and Bumpy, respectively. He was known for his quick wit and for his protective love of his family. Jimmie was a member of Allen Memorial United Methodist Church.
Jimmie was preceded in death by Odell Self (father), Frances Self (mother) and siblings Gregory and Kathy. He is survived by his wife, Debbie, his two children, Shannon Self-Brown (Charlie) and Karyn Norris (Ben), his brother Danny Self and family [Mary Kaye Self (sister-in-law), Jessica Self (niece), Matt Self, (nephew)], Chris Ross (nephew), and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is also survived by his beloved grandchildren, Baylor Brown, Eli Norris, Kamron Norris, and Zaine Norris.
A celebration of life is planned for August 21, 2021, at 10 a.m. at Allen Memorial United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Allen Memorial Methodist Church.
Katherine Wiggins
August 9, 2021
Katherine Wiggins gained her heavenly crown August 6, 2021. She was born in Moyeville on July 9, 1938. She was a seamstress at Vanity Fair Mills in Atmore until she eloped with her husband Sylvester Wiggins of Goodway. She enjoyed helping raise those grandchildren. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Goodway.
Mrs. Wiggins is preceded in death by husbands John Thomas (JT) Kelly, Ingram Luker and Wendell Kelly, Sr. , her father George Franklin “Frank” Roberson and mother Nannie Ellen Burkett Roberson, and one brother Otha Roberson.
She is survived by her husband of 33 years David Sylvester Wiggins of Goodway, her son Terry “Steve” (Kimberly) Kelly of Atmore, stepsons Rodney (Carol) Wiggins
of Mobile, David (Elaine) Wiggins, Terry (Janice) Wiggins, and Melvin (Sissy) Wiggins, all of Goodway, and a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 11 at Petty Funeral Home in Atmore with visitation at 10am and service following at 11am., with Pastor Randy Davis officiating. Interment will be at Godwin Cemetery in Bratt, FL. Pallbearers will include Brandon Wiggins, Koleman Wiggins, Kampbell Wiggins, Jessie Wiggins, Kyle Wiggins, Kelly Wiggins and Michael Roberson.
Calvin Myles, Sr.
August 9, 2021
Calvin Myles, Sr., 73, departed this earth on August 1, 2021, peacefully at his home in Stuttgart, Arkansas. He was born July 3, 1948, in Atmore, Alabama, the son of Lewis Williams and Annie Jewel Myles.
Calvin graduated from Century High School in Century, Florida. After graduation, Calvin joined the military and retired after 22 years of service to the United States Air Force with the rank of master sergeant. He was respected by all who worked with him for his attention to details, as well as his dedication and commitment to his country. Calvin married his sweetheart Rubye Mullins on November 14, 1971. Together they saw a bit of the world through his military assignments. During his military career, he professed his belief in Jesus and gave his life to Him including being baptized. He served in different capacities within the church to include Sunday school leader, Bible study leader, deacon and usher.
He leaves a legacy of honor, integrity, and love. Calvin was a soft-spoken man with a smile that was inviting to all who met him. He was a devoted husband, caring father and grandfather, servant of God and respecter of all persons.
In addition to his parents, Calvin was predeceased by his sister Hazel Myles and his brother Sam Myles. He is survived by his wife of 49 years Rubye and their five children: Leslie Davis (Joshua) of Cedar Hill, TX, Hope Graves (Keith) of Atlanta, GA, Calvin Myles, Jr. (Angela) of Bryant, AR, Lisa Albarado (Ernest) of Terrell, TX, and Matthew Myles of Addison, TX; grandchildren: Calvin, Cara, Christopher, Kourtnee, Catherine, Michaela, Calvin III, Kavon, Justen, Matthew Jr., Korey and Toviah; brothers: Willie Williams (Yolanda) of Florida, Leslie Williams (JoAnn) of Alabama, Johnnie Williams of Alabama, and Gary Myles of Florida; sisters: Ruby Mitchell (Calvin) of Florida and Eunice Luckie (Lewis) of Florida; and a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and nephews.
Funeral services held August 7, 2021, at 2:30 p.m. at New Bethel AME, 201 E. 16th St, Stuttgart, Arkansas.