Patricia McGill Cooper
September 15, 2021
Patricia McGill Cooper, age 80, passed away on September 4, 2021 in Pensacola, FL. She was born on March 17, 1941 in Perdido, AL to the late Reece S. and Ruth Vaughn McGill. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Atmore, a homemaker and a substitute teacher with Escambia County High School for many years.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Herbert L. “Dale” Cooper; her daughter, Kathy
Cooper Patrick and her brother, Lowell McGill.
She is survived by her son, David (Linda) Cooper of Augusta, GA; her daughter, Becky (Bruce) Gentry of Cape Girardeau, MO; her sisters, Glennes Hadley of Perdido, AL and Diane Weaver of Silverhill, AL; six grandchildren along with several great grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held Friday, September 10, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Atmore, AL with Rev. Arnold Hendrix and Rev. Keven Garrett officiating. Interment will follow at Perdido Baptist Church Cemetery in Perdido, AL.
Active pallbearers will be Steve McGill, Mark McGill, Bryan McGill, Randy Hadley, Phillip Hadley, Tim Hadley, Adam Weaver and Dylan Johnson.
Visitation will be held Thursday, September 9, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, AL.
Robert Glenn Thrower, Sr.
September 14, 2021
Robert Glenn Thrower, Sr. passed peacefully in his home in Walnut Hill, Florida on Saturday morning, September 11, 2021. He was 85.
Glenn was born in Trenton, in Paint Rock Valley of Jackson County, Alabama. He and his parents, the late William Arthur Thrower and Lillie Myrtle Sanders, moved to Walnut Hill, Florida in 1948 and remained lifelong residents. Glenn is also preceded in death by two brothers, James Arthur Thrower of Section, Alabama and Hollie Wayne Thrower of Walnut Hill, Florida, and one sister, Mary Lucille Thrower Page of Scottsboro, Alabama.
Glenn inherited an appreciation for music from his mother, and played trumpet and trombone in the Ernest Ward High School marching band. He loved singing and harmonizing, and later played guitar and mandolin. As a child of the Space Age, Glenn was fascinated with science and chemistry. After studying at Pensacola Junior College, he began a 35-year career with Monsanto as a microscopist in the chemistry lab.
In 1961, Glenn had the good fortune of persuading Nina Gail Joiner to marry him. They shared a love of travel, historical research, fishing, gardening, and a sense of humor. Glenn and Gail raised two children, the late Robert Glenn Thrower, Jr. (Tina) and Lori Ann Thrower Sawyer (Thomas) of Walnut Hill, Florida.
Glenn was proud of his children, and his grandchildren Rachael A. Thrower, Sara E. Sawyer (Daniel Wallace), Cheryl Thrower (Joey Nasser), and Sehoy Thrower.
Glenn served as a Sergeant in the National Guard Reserve. He enjoyed sports and playing golf. He was active in the church throughout his life and loved his church family wholeheartedly. A voracious reader, he could hold a lively conversation on almost any subject.
In 2011, Glenn’s wife Gail died after 50 years of marriage. Seeking renewed purpose, he and his daughter Lori began volunteering on archaeological excavations with the University of Alabama. Glenn cherished the five years he worked with his beloved ‘digging buddies’.
Glenn appreciated the tireless work of his Hospice chaplain, social workers and home health nurses. He was also grateful for the kindness and dedication of all his caregivers, most recently Sandra Stewart, Elizabeth ‘LeAnn’ Qualls, Ashley Paul, Cynthia Freeman and Miranda Lee.
Visitation will be from 6pm – 9pm Tuesday, September 14. A memorial service will be held at 10am Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home of Atmore, Alabama; with Rev. LaDon Hall and Rev. James Stickle officiating.
James Ollie Presley, Jr.
September 13, 2021
James Ollie Presley, Jr. of Nokomis, AL passed away Monday, Sept. 6, 2021 after a long andwell-lived Christian life. He was born on March 17, 1932 to James Ollie Presley, Sr. and GladysWeekly Presley.James is preceded in death by his parents, son and daughter-in-law Edward Allen and DebraStrawbridge Presley, grandson Troy Presley, great-granddaughter Gabriella Casey, a brotherGlen Presley and sister Jeanine Presley Pipkin.He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Jacquelyn “Jackie” Daniel Presley, children Laura Smith(Don), and Mark Presley; grandchildren Allison Presley Wynn (Guy), Anna Presley Ash(James), Stephanie Roberts Maddox (Walt), Eric Roberts (Morgan), and Kelley Presley Cotton(Matt); great-grandchildren: Cole, Cameron, Chasen, Ceanna and Cierra Wynn, Jacklyn Ash,Troy “Tred” Presley, Taylor and Elijah Maddox, Christian and Peyton Roberts, Easton, Weston,and Oaklyn Cotton; brother Tommy Presley; sister-in-law Fredna Daniel Stewart, and numerousnieces and nephews.James grew up in Lottie, AL and lived his entire adult life in Nokomis, AL. He is a Navy veteranand was employed with Monsanto in Cantonment, FL. James enjoyed teaching Bible studies atthe William F. Green State Veteran’s Home in Bay Minette, AL for over 20 years. He also likedraising cattle, horses and bird dogs, farming, beekeeping, fishing and hunting.Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 9, 2021 at 2 PM at Johnson-Quimby FuneralHome with Bro. James Hill officiating. Private interment will follow in Nokomis Baptist ChurchCemetery.Visitation will be held Thursday, September 9, 2021 from 1PM until service time at 2 PM atJohnson-Quimby Funeral Home.For safety purposes, the family asks that you wear a facial mask and use social distancingrequirements.Special thanks to Southern Care Hospice and other caretakers for the care, comfort and love theyprovided.
Rickey David Godwin
September 13, 2021
Rickey David Godwin, 66, went home to be with the Lord on September 11, 2021, surrounded by his family and the love of his life. Rickey was a graduate of Chumuckla High School and resided in the Chumuckla Community all of his life. Rickey was definitely an outdoorsman. He took great pleasure in raising good quality cattle and loved riding around in the mornings taking pictures of his new additions. Rickey enjoyed hunting and fishing. When the willow flies were hatching you could find him on the banks of the Tensaw River catching the limit of big bull bluegill. Nothing he loved more than taking Kelly fishing and watching her pull in the large brim on her fishing pole. On Wednesdays you could find him in Frisco City sitting with his buddies trying to get a good deal on some new cattle to bring home to his herd. Not only did Rickey enjoy catching fish and raising cattle but he enjoyed a good meal. He loved going out to eat with his family and friends, but he also took great pleasure in cooking for others. Almost every week you could see a post of some kind of food, usually a dessert, that he had made for his “sweetie”. He loved trying new recipes and always sharing his creations. During gathering season, you could find him covered in dust working long hours bailing as much hay as possible for his farming friends. He enjoyed working with his family and friends and was good at getting the hay taken care of for them.
Rickey was the baby of 5 siblings. He was born on August 22, 1955 to RD and Irene Godwin of Jay, FL. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, RD and Irene Godwin; brother, Rex Godwin; sister, Annette House; and brother, Travis Godwin.
Survivors include: his brother, Rufus (Cora Lee) Godwin of Jay, FL; the Love of his life, Kelly Boutwell Whitman of Jay, FL; sister-in-law, Inez (Rex) Godwin of Jay, FL; brother-in-law, Ted (Annette) House of Milton, FL; nephews and nieces: Gary (Tabatha) Godwin of Jay FL, Tiger (Daphne) Godwin of Jay, FL, Anthony (Cheryl) House of Milton, FL, Renee House of Milton, FL, Gregory (Ellie) House of Pensacola, FL, Sam Godwin of Jay, FL, Andy (Wendy) Godwin of Jay, FL, and Jenny Godwin of Pensacola, FL; and many more great nieces, nephews and a passel of close friends.
Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Hollandtown Holiness Church Cemetery with Brother Larry Pearson and Brother Bobby Carnley officiating.
Pallbearers will be: Gary Godwin, Tiger Godwin, Bruce Godwin, Gregory House, Anthony House, and Andy Godwin
Honorary Pallbearers: Wayne Godwin, Waylon Nowling, Randall Godwin, Elton Nowling, Jimmy Jones, Roy Allen, Keith Jones, Rod Roberts, Bo Dunsford, Peewee Byrd, Frank Green, Jabo Jernigan, Charles Creamer, Keith Stanton, Jack Weekes, Howard Penton and Douglas Godwin
I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Timothy 4:7
Kim Chavis
September 13, 2021
Mr. Kim Chavis, 64, was a native of Pensacola, Fla. and a resident of Atmore.
He passed away on Sept. 11, 2021.
Mr. Chavis was preceded in death by his mother, Helen Hooper; and brother, Ed Chavis. Kim is survived by his wife, Ms. Chip Chavis; children, Rob (Riannon) Chavis, Brian (Cherie) Chavis, James Manning, Michelle (Levi) Rose and Stanley Allen (Sheri) Myers; father, C.E. (Margaret) Chavis; sisters, Tami (Charles) Buzbee, Cindy (David) Wilson, Patsy (Kenneth) Nall and Lourinda Woods; brother, Steven (Annette) Chavis; grandson, Chaz Chavis; and great-granddaughter, Emma Marie.
A family memorial will be held at a later time.
Laura Murl Kimmons
September 11, 2021
Laura Murl Kimmons went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 10, 2021, at the home of her daughter and son in law, Tonia (Tony) Wilson. Laura has lived a Christian life and has enjoyed life as a homemaker, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She loved going to yard sales and decorating. Her favorite color was red. She had a collection of various porcelain dolls. She loved to laugh and has always had a big heart and a sense of humor. She loved getting her hair done and going to church. She was “One of a Kind”. She loved the Brownsville Revival.
Laura was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Mack Kimmons; father, William Benjamin Johnson; Mamie Lee Johnson and eight brothers and sisters.
Laura is survived by daughter, Tammy Lynn Gibson (Cookie); son, Marvin Earl Emmons, Jr. (Tonya); daughter, Tonia Renae Wilson (Tony); son, Clifton Eugene Emmons (Evelyn); son, James Leon Emmons (Deana); very special grandson, Tony Dewayne Emmons and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Visitation will be on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 AM. Pastor Tim Floyd will be officiating.
Interment will be at Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Austin Emmons, Tony Emmons, Quinton Emmons, Arnold Gilmore, Jackie Wayne Carnley, Kevin Carnley, Johnny Johnson and Jackie Johnson.
Honorary pallbearer will be Ethan Wilson.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
Samuel (Sammy) Wayne Garrett
September 10, 2021
Samuel (Sammy) Wayne Garrett, 50, of Walnut Hill, FL, passed away on September 6, 2021.
Mr. Garrett was born in Atmore, AL, and resided in Bay Springs, FL. His occupation was a millwright. He took pride in his work. Sammy was an outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. You could find him on the river or in the woods. His smile was contagious and he enjoyed picking at those he loved to make smile.
He left behind his beloved daughter, Taylor Garrett, grandson Aden Wayne Garrett, his best friend Kelly Garrett, mother Margaret Garrett, father “Sambo” Garrett, brother Shane (Jann) Garrett, and sister Tina (Keith) Garrison, nieces, nephews, and many other family members whom he loved dearly.
Sammy’s friends were just as important as family to him. Families including Lewis, Caro, McCullough, Price, Perry, Martin, Gindl, Hall and too many to mention. You know who you are and the Garrett family will continue to value your friendship.
Funeral services will be held at Eastern Gate on 09/11/2021 at 1985 W 9 Mile Rd in Pensacola. Friends are invited to the visitation times of 1pm with service following at 2pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Go Fund Me to assist with the funeral costs.
The family thanks everyone for their continued thoughts and prayers as they grieve during this hard time.
A visitation for Samuel will be held Saturday, September 11, 2021 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Eastern Gate Memorial Funeral Home, 1985 West Nine Mile Road, Pensacola, FL 32534, followed by a funeral service from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Norman Bernard Bankston
September 8, 2021
Norman Bernard Bankston, 50, of Jay, Florida, passed away Saturday September 4, 2021. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on November 11, 1970. He was raised in Hammond, Louisiana, and moved to Cantonment, Florida, in 2000.
Norman married his “Sunshine” Jackie Morris on April 21, 2001. God blessed them with twins, his Princess, Madeline Mae Estelle Bankston and his Rompy Doo, Norman “Kinion” Bankston. They were his pride and joy. They moved to Jay, Florida, in 2005. Norman was a butcher by trade.
Norman was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Norman and Grace Larkin, and his paternal grandparents, Phillip and Lola Bankston.
Norman is survived by his wife and children; mother, Diane(Jimmy) Sanders; father, Gary(Roxanna) Bankston; brothers: Brad(Megan) Bankston, Jason(Brianna) Bankston, and James Michael(Courtney) Sanders; mother in law, Linda Morris; sister in law, Mendy(John) Schrader. Uncle Cootie is survived by five nieces and four nephews. Norman also leaves behind, his shadow, Chip the Wonder Dog.
He loved to hunt, fish, spend time with his family, and gossip with his buddies.
Brother Patrick Salter will perform his Home Going Service at Pine Level Baptist Church in Jay, Florida, Friday September 10, 2021, at 2 p.m. The visitation for friends will be from 1-2 p.m. Burial in church cemetery will immediately follow the service.
Douglas Ryland
September 8, 2021
Douglas Ryland, 77 of Davisville, FL. passed away September 5, 2021 in Davisville. He was born on December 14, 1943 to the late Edward and Minnie Jackson Ryland. He served in the United States Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife of 57 years Beverly Godwin Ryland; granddaughter Anni Jordan; son in law Joe Murray; siblings Mary Lee Ryland Brooks, J.E. Ryland and Bobby Joe Ryland.
He is survived by his children Regina Murray of Parker, CO; Vicki (Tony) Jordan of Pace, FL; Pamela (Wendell) Nelson of Addison, TX; one sister Jeanette Brown of Molino, FL; five grandchildren Megan (Connor), Rachel, Emili, Ana, and Joey.
Graveside services will be held Thursday, September 9, 2021 at 10 AM at Godwin Cemetery in Bratt, FL. Interment will follow in Godwin Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Ramond Kimmons, Wendell Nelson, Mike Geneux, Roger Brown, Tanner Roberson and Ricky Brooks. Honorary pallbearer will be Warren Roberson.
Visitation will be held Thursday, September 9, 2021 from 9 AM until 9:30 AM at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Christian Tyler Roye
September 8, 2021
Christian Tyler Roye, age 22, died August 27th in Biloxi, MS from a lifelong seizure disorder. It was his Big Grandmas’s birthday. His life had barely begun. He was the smartest man I’ve ever met. He could’ve ruled the world. He just wanted to be in it.
Born in Brewton Alabama, he attended TR Miller through 6th grade, he played football for Brewton starting at the age of five, and spoke of that time of his life with great happiness. He attended Gulf Breeze after that, and refused to play for their team, saying he would never be disloyal to Brewton…he never played football again. He graduated from Watford City High in North Dakota, where he still holds several weightlifting records, as well as the record for Standing Long Jump.
Trained as an X-Ray Tech for the oilfield, he loved the gym and bodybuilding was his passion. He loved to fish, watch Alabama football, and dominated League of Legends as a Diamond Ranked player. He was awaiting shoulder-graft surgery to get back to the field
He was preceded in death by his Big Grandma Laura Calhoun Hawthorne, Jay, FL, and his Nana and Pawpaw Jim and Lillian Roye, Flomaton , AL.
He left behind his parents, Mike Roye of Killdeer, ND and Sally Rowell of Biloxi, MS, and his Big Brother, Mikey Roye and Sister-in-Law Kielah LaFountaine, and two nieces, Royalty and Lillian Roye of Killdeer, ND. Grandparents Susan and Leon Cominsky of Baker, FL and Melvin Rowell of Jacksonville, FL. Aunts and Uncles, Kristi Rowell Macks and JR Macks, Jay, FL, Mathew Hanks, Flomaton, AL, Adam and Heather Rowell of Jacksonville, FL, Chris and Robin Wiggins, Jacksonville, FL, Jason and Doty Roye, Pensacola, FL, Brian and Lisa Roye, Mobile, AL, Chris and Kim Roye, Freeport, FL and Danielle and Tim Strickland, Foley, AL. And many cousins.
Memorial services were held at Jay Funeral Chapel, Jay, FL on Friday, September 3, 2021.