Belinda Christie (Perkins)
May 26, 2021
Belinda Christie (Perkins), 70, of Molino, Florida, suddenly passed on May 24, 2021. She was the first born child of 5 on September 19, 1950 to the late James R. Perkins and Maxine A. Booth.
Belinda was the first female police officer in Auburn, NH and subsequently retired after 25 years of service for the United States Post Office as a mail processing clerk. She enjoyed making quilts, walking the dogs, and especially spending time with her grandkids. As a child she traveled around the world as a military brat and her years spent as a lifeguard gave her a deeper appreciation of the water. She took the time to teach all the Nieces and Nephews how to swim – a lesson they will cherish for a lifetime. We share a poem to ease our pain:
“Look not where I was, for I am not there, My Spirit is free, I am everywhere. In the air that you breathe, In the sounds that you hear, please don’t cry for me now, my Spirit is near. I’ll watch for you from the other side, I’ll be the one running, new friends by my side. Smile at my memory, remember in your heart, this isn’t the end, it’s a brand new start.”
Belinda Christie is survived by her daughter, Karen (LeMire) Spencer and spouse Scott Spencer, her son James LeMire and spouse Rachel (Kiendle) LeMire, 5 grandchildren, her siblings, Cynthia Perkins, James Perkins and spouse Missy, preceded in death Robert Perkins, spouse Julie, Oneita Yuhasz and 8 nieces and nephews.
The family will host a private memorial celebration.
Logan Bryant Mitchell
May 25, 2021
Logan Bryant Mitchell, age 12, passed away Sunday, May 23, 2021 in Flomaton, AL.
Logan was born in Mobile, AL and had been a life-long resident of Flomaton. He was a student at Flomaton Middle School. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and Alabama football. A member of 4-H, he participated in pig shows and chicken shows. He had a big heart and adored his hunting dogs, Duke and Brownie. He attended Bethel Community Mennonite Church.
He was preceded in death by his Paternal grandfather, Darrell Mitchell; paternal great-grandmother, Earline Mitchell; maternal great-grandparents, Jack and Bertha Crutchfield.
He is survived by his parents, Luke and Lacinda Mitchell of Flomaton; two sisters, Lindsey Mitchell and Lainey Mitchell, both of Flomaton; maternal grandparents, Earl and Anita Bradley of Flomaton; paternal grandmother, Ruthie Mitchell of Appleton; uncle and aunt, Willie and Kelly Mitchell of Brewton; first cousins, Madison Mitchell, Ace Mitchell, Rosie Mitchell; and numerous family and friends and the 4 amigos.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 27, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. from the chapel of Flomaton Funeral Home with Pastor John Kemp and Bro. Woody Jackson officiating. Interment will follow in Traveler’s Rest Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at Flomaton Funeral Home on Wednesday from 5 P.M. until 9 P.M.
Pallbearers: Mike Agerton, Phillip Lambeth, Tuffy Boutwell, Jared Hinote, Dennis Cochran, Jr., and Steven Robinson.
Honorary Pallbearers include the 3 Amigos, Braden Nall, Mason Yuhasz, Conner Smith, as well as Landon Haveard and the Class of 2027.
Flowers are being accepted, or donations can be made to the Flomaton PTO.
Nancy Mary Mattheiss
May 25, 2021
Nancy Mary Mattheiss, resident of Pensacola, Florida, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021 at the age of 79. She was born in Panama City, Florida to the Manly Dingler and Alma Ruby Lee Parrish Dingler. She and Emil Rudolph Mattheiss married on August 23, 1959. Nancy first started working as a car hop on roller skates then became the best homemaker, cosmetologist, and store clerk. She was a full of energy 5′2″ woman who always let you know when she was in the room. Nancy was a devout Christian. She loved dancing in the pouring rain. Her love for nature was incredible. Nancy’s favorite time of life was when her whole family (kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews and friends) gathered at her house for a feast. She will be missed dearly by all that knew her.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Emil Rudolph Mattheiss; son, Darryl Allen Mattheiss; parents; brother, Donnie Richard Dingler; and sister, Melinda Dingler.
Nancy is survived by her children, Anthony Emil (Tamala) Mattheiss, Delores Carolyn (Sam) Wood and Melinda Kay Valencia; grandchildren, Caleb, Dustin, Brandi (Derek), Jacob (Madison), Ashley (Matthew), Jenni, Randy (Kayley), Crystal (Oliver), Devan (Amber) and Michael (Megan); great grandchildren, Kyle, Katelyn, Kaylee, Austin, Aliyah, Mikenna, Baylen, Brooklyn, Paxton, Tyler, Taylor, Presley, Colby, Bruce, Robert, Aurora, Taylor and Sophia; great grandchild, Elizabeth; sisters, Shirley, Carol and Dewanna; and brother, Jerry.
Celebration of Life services will be held at 3PM, Saturday, May 29, 2021 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Reception will follow services at Aldersgate United Methodist Church.
Gene Douglas
May 24, 2021
On Saturday May 22, 2021 our loving husband, father, brother, and Pawpaw, Gene Douglas, went home to be with our Lord and Savior. Gene was born on July 31, 1940 in Pensacola Florida to the late Earl and Amanda Douglas. Gene served our country in the United States Army from 1964-1966, in which time he proudly served in the Vietnam War. Gene went on to retire from International Pape after 21 years. He continued to work for several years, and especially enjoyed his time as “the produce man” at Grocery Advantage in Cantonment.
Gene enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, camping, fishing, and simply just getting in the car and going!
Gene was proceeded in death by his parents, his brothers Earl Jr., Johnny, and Buddy. He is survived by his wife Ellen, whom he loved dearly, they were married for 53 years. He is also survived by his children Ronnie Douglas (Teri), Jason Douglas (Tammy), Mike Douglas (Lorrie), Geno Douglas, and Cyndi Orrill. His grandchildren Taylor Pody (Ben), Cortney Douglas, Maddy Douglas, Jackson Douglas, Josh Douglas. His brother Carl Douglas, sisters Florence Guthrey, Dale Foshee, Elaine Kleinschmidt, Glenda Thompson, and Joyce Melvin, as well as a host of relatives and friends who loved him very much. Funeral Services will be held at Faith Chapel North. Visitation will be Wednesday May 26 from 6-8. Services will be Thursday May 27 at 2:00. Pastor Keith Mott will be officiating.
Pallbearers will be Sam Daniel, Jerry Daniel, Johnny Daniel, Jackson Douglas, and Josh Douglas.
In Lieu of flowers contributions can be made in his honor to Covenant Care Hospice. You can donate at choosecovenant.org/donate-now
Steven Anthony Dennis
May 24, 2021
Steven Anthony Dennis, 61 went to be with his Heavenly Father, May 21,2021 at his home in Cantonment, FL. Born in Pensacola, FL, he was the cherished son of Marjorie F. Mathews, loyal Brother to Ellen Dennis Griffin (Jim) and Stephanie Dennis Pitts. He was the loving husband of Jamie Dennis, with whom he shared 42 years of marriage. He was the proud father of Kristine Moore (Brian) and Kelly Dennis. But perhaps his favorite title he carried was being a Grandpa (aka Baba) to Landon Gene and Lawson Anthony Moore. His favorite place to be was at the beach. He enjoyed fishing, watching sunsets at Fort Pickens, camping and most of all spending time with his family. He will be remembered for his love and devotion to his Girls and Grandsons. He leaves behind many nieces and nephews that credit him for many wonderful childhood memories, Michael Griffith (Wynde), Terry Ollervides Jr, Ben Griffith (Kim), Jamie Fielding (Danny), Sarah Jack (Dave), Ryan Ballard, Tina Ballard and Amy Ballard. His fun and loving spirit will remain deep within our hearts as we continue his legacy. Special thank you to Dr. Nicholas Drake and his oncology staff, Fresenius Kidney Center (Nine Mile) and Covenant Hospice for all of their care and compassion.
Funeral services will be held at 3PM, Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Minister Ken Tackett officiating.
Burial will follow in Roberts Cemetery.
Joyce Harrison Mayo
May 24, 2021
Joyce Harrison Mayo, born April 27, 1948 in Jackson County, Florida passed away on May 21, 2021 in Pensacola, Florida.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James T. Mayo; maternal grandparents, William Gordon “Jake” Powell and Fannie Irene Grice Powell; paternal grandparents, James Allen Harrison and Lucy Ann Evans Harrison; parents, Odis Harrison and Bronnie Powell Harrison.
Joyce is survived by daughter, Marti C. Tabora of Pensacola, Florida; sons, Rickey T. (Rebecca) Mayo of Texas and Rodney D. (Bobbie) Mayo of Alabama; one grandson, Jake Harrison Brown of Pensacola; three granddaughters, Whitney (Jamie) Ripper and Marley Rae Mayo both of Texas, and Cassie Rae Mayo of Ohio; two great grandsons, Cameron Harrison Brown and Jameson Howard Ripper; one great granddaughter, Emery Lou Mayo; brother, who was so special to her, Robert (Donna) Horton of Washington Co., Florida; and sisters-in-law, Polly, Macklyn and Linda.
A special thank you to Dr. Hilliary White and Nadia who took such good care of Joyce. Joyce always said that Dr. White listened to her, understood her, and always made her feel better and Nadia who was always so caring and sweet. Also, D.J. with Covenant Hospice who was so kind to help Joyce to understand her medications and what they were for.
Graveside services will be held at noon on Thursday, May 27, 2021 at Dixonville Community Cemetery, 9851 Travis Road, Brewton, AL 36426.
Hieu Van Nguyen
May 24, 2021
Hieu Van Nguyen was born in Cantho, Vietnam on October 14, 1967. This was where he met his loving wife, Kim Tuyen Ngo and eventually moved to the United States to have 2 daughters named Lauren and Kelly. Hieu passed away on Sat, May 15th 2021 at the age of 53.
Hieu was a hard worker and a natural handyman. If anyone needed help, he was there to lend a hand.
Hieu was preceded in death by his parents and a few siblings in Vietnam.
Hieu is survived by his wife Kim Tuyen Ngo and his daughters, Lauren Tram Nguyen and Kelly Ann Nguyen.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Project Vietnam Foundation, a non-profit program of the American Academy of Pediatrics providing hygiene, medical and educational facilities in Vietnam.
Funeral services will be held at 11AM, Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Carolyn McGhee Rackard
May 24, 2021
Carolyn McGhee Rackard, age 69, passed away May 17, 2021 in Atmore, AL. She was born on August 11, 1951 in Atmore, AL to the late Kinzy and Ethel McGhee. She was a member of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. She served eleven years on the Poarch Band of Creek Indians Election Board and was an Elder Benefits Assistant retiring after sixteen years of service.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lonnie Lee Rackard and her siblings, Joe Frank McGhee, Raymond McGhee and Willie Lois Fore.
She is survived by her sons, Jason (Mary) Rackard of Atmore, AL and Jeremy (Jasmine) Rackard of Loxley, AL; her grandchildren, Kinzie Rackard, Dallon Rackard, Destiny Ingelmon, Khalia Inglemon, Jackson Rackard and Macey Rackard; her siblings, Mary Gibbs of Atmore, AL and Betty Sheppard (Gene) of Dothan, AL along with her two fur babies, Zoey and Posey.
Homegoing Service will be held Sunday, May 23, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Alton Lister, Bro. Jason Sims, Speaker Arthur Mothershed and Speaker Jackson Rackard officiating. Interment will follow at New Home Cemetery in Poarch, AL.
Active pallbearers will be Chet McGhee, Ken McGhee, Eddie Rolin, Cecil Corey, Jared Carlton, Robert Hollingsworth, Kevin White and Michael Woods.
Honorary pallbearers will be Gilbert McGhee, Jake Carlton, Johnnie Hughes, John Reed, Slick Corey, Eddie Fore, David McNair, Chad White, Larry Flurnoy, Charles “Bo” Bray
and David Gibbs.
Visitation will be held Saturday, May 22, 2021 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Johnson- Quimby Funeral Home.
William (Bill) Arthur Corley
May 22, 2021
William (Bill) Arthur Corley, 71 years old, of Cantonment, Florida, passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2021. Bill was born in Century, Florida on March 20, 1950 to Mary Elizabeth Carlisle Corley and Arthur Hildred Corley.
Growing up in Cantonment was an adventure for Bill that included being able to fish and swim in the Perdido River and hunt in the woods surrounding the area for squirrels and game birds. He also enjoyed exploring his Granny Corley’s house and barn for hidden treasures like World War II catalogs and magazines.
After attending Farm Hill Pentecostal Church with his Granny and PawPaw Corley, Bill joined the church and accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his savior.
Bill attended Jim Allen Elementary and Tate High School. He graduated from Tate High School in 1968. Bill was drafted in the U.S. Army in the fall of 1969 and served a tour of duty in Viet Nam achieving the rank of Sergeant.
Upon his return home Bill worked at Gayfer’s Department Store before settling in as a construction laborer for large industrial projects. He continued on this career course, even serving as a union labor representative before his retirement.
Bill was preceded in death by his grandparents, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends, his ex-wife Cindy Corley, and his parents, Hill and Mary Elizabeth Corley.
Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter and son-in law, Cacie and Chris Finley; son, Dylan Corley; grandsons, Jake Stafford, Collin Finley, and Mason Finley; sister and brother-in-law, Becky and Ron Blake; niece, Robyn Blake; and numerous relatives and friends.
The family would like to thank the staff of University Hills Health and Rehabilitation, West Florida Hospital medical staff, and Covenant Care Hospice staff at West Florida Hospital for all of their excellent care of Bill. We would also like to thank the staff at Trahan Family Funeral Home for their outstanding service and thoughtful care during this time.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Hadji Shrine Transportation Fund, 800 West Nine Mile Road, Pensacola, FL 32526, or a charity of your choice.
Services will be held on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, with his wake beginning at 6:00 pm, his going home service will follow at 7:00 pm. Bill will be laid to rest at Barrancas National Cemetery with military honors on Wednesday, May 26, 2021.
Ida Jean Knowles
May 22, 2021
Ida Jean Knowles, age 83, of Molino, FL passed away May 18, 2021. She was born on July 11, 1937 in Bratt, FL to the late Aubrey H. and Agnes Velda Wiggins Ashcraft. She loved her family dearly. She was of great faith and was a member of The Pentecostal Faith.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, James “Pete” Knowles; her daughter, Toni L. Knowles and her brothers, Aubrey Kenneth Ashcraft and James Larry Ashcraft.
She is survived by her sons, Terry (Cindy) Knowles of Cantonment, FL and Rusty (Melanie) Knowles of Molino, FL; her daughters, Cindy Knowles of Molino, FL and Vickie (Ken) Johnson of Molino, FL; eight grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.
A graveside service will be held Friday, May 21, 2021 at 2:45 p.m. at Bratt-Godwin Cemetery with Rev. Rusty Knowles and Rev. Ken Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at Bratt-Godwin Cemetery in Bratt, FL.
Active pallbearers will be Jonathan Knowles, Wesley Knowles, Nathan Johnson, Tyler Knowles, Karson Brown Matt Blackburn, Jason Brown and A.J. Ashcraft.