Susan Lovelace Murphy
March 23, 2021
Mrs. Susan Lovelace Murphy, age 78 of Excel, AL passed away on Monday, March 22, 2021 at her residence. She lived most of her life in Escambia and Monroe Counties. Mrs. Murphy was a native of Pensacola, FL where she was born to the late Samuel L. Lovelace, Sr. and Ruby Cottle Lovelace. The bridge entering into NAS Pensacola was named in her father’s memory. Mrs. Murphy was a 1960 graduate of Pensacola High School. She was a 1964 graduate of Auburn University and earned her AA and a Master Degrees from Troy University. Mrs. Murphy retired after 32 years of teaching and was a member of Excel Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her parents Samuel L. Lovelace, Sr. and Ruby Cottle Lovelace and husband Cecil M. Murphy, Jr.
Mrs. Murphy is survived by two sons Mark (Cindy) Murphy of Excel, AL and Mike (Jimmie Lynn) Murphy of Bay Minette, AL; brother Samuel (Pat) Lovelace, Jr. of Johns Creek, GA; sister-in-law Charlotte Murphy of Pensacola, FL; grandsons Matthew Murphy, Morgan Murphy, Logan Murphy and Wesley Parker; granddaughters Mallorie Murphy and Micah Murphy; great grandchildren Matison Murphy, Maddox Murphy, Marshall Cullen Murphy, Myles Murphy and Joanna Cobb; five nieces and one nephew.
Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 1PM at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore with the Rev. Terry Harden officiating. Johnson Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements. Special thanks to Hospice of Monroe County Hospital and Care Givers of Loving Hands Personal Care. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Pilots For Christ of Monroeville..
Henry Douglas Boatwright
March 22, 2021
Mr. Henry Douglas Boatwright, age 64, passed away on Saturday, March 13, 2021 in Pensacola, Florida.
Mr. Boatwright was a native of Century, FL and had resided in Byrneville, FL for the past 28 years. He was a self-employed lawnmower repairman. He loved fishing and working on lawnmowers with his baby brother, Jerry Wayne Boatwright. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jean Day and Glannie Pearl Boatwright; two brothers, Wayne Boatwright and Charles Boatwright and sister, Margie Quick.
He is survived by his significant other, Crystal Stone of Pensacola, FL; four step-sons, Mark Walston, Luke Walston, Thomas Walston and John Henry Walston all of Pensacola, FL; one brother, Billy Boatwright of Byrneville, FL; four sisters, Gloria Jean (Ray) Lawson of Century, FL; Judy (David) Tillery of Atmore, AL, Sue (Jr.) Walston of Century, FL and Kathy (Donald) Walston of Pensacola, FL; extended family, Sharon Eddings, Charlene Harri, Samuel Walston, Max Walston and a special thank you to Brenda Boller.
Graveside services will be held Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Beulah Chapel Cemetery with Bro. Michael Cosey officiating.
Pallbearers will be Dale Pendleton, Zack Pendleton, Matt Gaven, Erica Pendleton, Liz Pendleton and Joe Waltson.
Frances Mason Brewton
March 22, 2021
Frances Mason Brewton, age 74, of Cantonment FL, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Friday, March 19, 2021. She was born on June 13, 1946 in Canoe, AL; but always lived in the Cantonment area. Hobbies were Quilting, Genealogy and crocheting her famous pot holders for family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents Leslie & Dillie Ann Mason. She is survived by her husband Harvey E. Brewton Sr, of 55 years, three sons Ronald L. (Bonney) Brewton , Harvey E. (Faye) Brewton Jr, and Donald W. Brewton all of Pensacola FL, one daughter Mary Jo Martin of Crestview, FL. Numerous Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.
Brothers, Leslie (Dolores) Mason Jr. and Billy Mason. Sisters Mary Helen (JW) Thomley, Monettie Bethea, Virginia (Jerry) Dunn, Barbara (Thomas) Noel, and Thelma (Ralph) Wilson all of the Pensacola surrounding area.
Pallbearers are Anthony Brewton, Steven Wilson, Marvin Martin, Jeffrey Wilson, Lonnie Martin and Kevin Pilgrim.
Visitation will begin at 11:00 am and Services at 12:00 pm on Friday, March 26, 2021. Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 S. Hwy 29, Cantonment , FL. Burial will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery.
Thomas Leo Odom
March 18, 2021
Mr. Thomas Leo Odom, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 in Crestview, Florida.
Mr. Odom was a native of Brewton, AL, former resident of Lake Wales, FL and had resided in Atmore, AL for the past 56 years. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed fishing, camping, traveling and was a member of the Grace Fellowship Community Church. He was owner-operator of Odom’s Service Center of Perdido and served as Sergeant at arm with the Atmore American Legion Post #90.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Shirley Smith Odom of Atmore, AL; four sons: Frankie (John) Morgan of Jacksonville, FL, Richard (Robin) Morgan of Canoe, AL, Tony Odom of Atmore, AL and Kenneth (Ceola) Odom of Pace, FL; one daughter, Rhonda (Barry) Middleton of Bay Minette, AL; one brother, Rual (Jackie) Odom of Lakeland, FL; one sister, Charlotte (Billy Ray) Williams of Davisville, FL; seven grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Graveside services will be held Friday, March 19, 2021 at11:00 AM at the Alabama State Veterans Memorial Cemetery with Bro. Earl Harrison officiating.
Visitation will be held Friday, March 19, 2021 from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be the American Legion.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Grace Fellowship Community Church Missionary Fund.
Jean Steadham Davis
March 16, 2021
Jean Steadham Davis, age 93, of Century, FL passed away on March 13, 2021 in Pensacola, FL. She was born on July 24, 1927 in McCullough, AL to the late John and Lydia Parson Steadham. She was a member of Pine Barren Baptist Church. She worked in retail sales with Bedsole Department Store for several years then later became a Homemaker. Mrs. Jean loved her family dearly.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John Calvin Davis, Sr. and 10 brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her sons, John C. (Lynn Beasley) Davis, Jr. of Atmore, AL and Benjamin E. (Dottie) Davis of Walnut Hill, FL; her grandchildren, Little John Calvin (Sandy) Davis, III of Atmore, AL, Anna Davis (Christopher) Barry of Cantonment, FL, Lacey Davis (Travis) Suits of DeBary, FL and Clinton E. Davis of Cantonment, FL and four great grandchildren.
Graveside service will be held on Monday, March 15, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. Oak Hill Cemetery with Bro. Mike Harper officiating. Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL.
Active pallbearers will be Little John Davis, III, Clinton E. Davis, Christopher Barry, Travis Suits, Oscar Davis and Brian Davis.
Visitation will be held on Monday, March 15, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Pine Barren Baptist Church. For the safety of you and others, please practice social distancing requirements, though wearing a facial mask is strongly encouraged.
Dempsey Charles Levins
March 16, 2021
Dempsey Charles Levins, 76 of Repton, AL. passed away on March 13, 2021. He served 3 years in the U.S. Navy. He was preceded in death by his father, Wilson H. Levins; mother, Vera Estelle Presley; brother, Michael Levins; and sister, Juanita White.
Dempsey is survived by his wife, Teresa Ann Levins, sons, Dempsey Anderson of Fredricksburg, VA; Jason (Katie) Levins of Daphne, AL; daughters, Wendy Lynn Levins of Los Angeles, CA; Krystal (Ricky) Sellers of Mandeville, LA; Heather (Heath) Wiggins of Excel, AL; Meloney (Brad) Faulk of Century, FL; and grandchildren, Alexandria Levins-Trail, Jakson Newton, Molly Ann Newton, Ada Sellers, Madelyn Faulk, Knox Wiggins, McCoy Wiggins, Hattie Sellers, Elsa Faulk, Rush Wiggins, Wyatt Sellers, Annalee Faulk, Bellerin Faulk and Raylan Levins.
Dempsey really enjoyed spending time with his family and traveling the world.
A celebration of life service will be held Wednesday, March 17, 2021 at 11 AM at the Byrneville United Methodist Church located at 1351 Byrneville Road Century, FL. 32535
In lieu of flowers or plants, the family request that you consider donating to Pilots for Christ.
John C. “J.C” Moye
March 16, 2021
John C. “J.C” Moye, age 83, of Atmore, AL passed away on March 10, 2021 in Atmore, AL. He was born on January 17, 1938 in Escambia County, AL to the late Tem, Sr. and Thelma Booth Moye. He was a member and deacon of Presley Street Baptist Church. He was a retired Chemical Operator with Monsanto Company and an avid farmer.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Peggy A. Moye and three sisters, Pauline Seay, Glenda Cooper and Margaret Sharpland.
He is survived by his sons, Richard (Pam) Moye of Bay Minette, AL, Rondel (Karen) Moye of Sharon, SC, Robert (Janice) Moye of Bratt, FL and Tony (Kim) Lambert of Satsuma, AL; his daughters, Regina (James) Hare of Walnut Hill, FL and Debra Thrower of Atmore, AL; his brother, Tem Moye, Jr. of Flomaton, AL; his sister, Jackie (Michael) Perritt of Pace, FL; sixteen grandchildren; twenty-one great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, March 13, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Joseph Simpson officiating. Interment will follow at Moyeville Baptist Church Cemetery in Moyeville, AL.
Visitation will be held Saturday, March 13, 2021 from 1:30 p.m. until service time at 2:30 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
For the safety of you and others, please practice social distancing requirements, though wearing a facial mask is strongly encouraged.
Troy DeWayne Boutwell
March 16, 2021
Mr. Troy DeWayne Boutwell, age 52, passed away on Saturday, March 13, 2021 in Century, Florida.
Mr. Boutwell was born in Pensacola, FL and had resided in Flomaton, AL for most of his life. He was a self-employed Tree Surgeon and Mechanic. He was of the Baptist Faith. He is preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Boutwell; grandmother, Lelia Boutwell and nephew, Drake Boutwell.
He is survived by his mother, Betty Babineaux of Flomaton, AL; one son, Kenneth DeWayne Sanders of Century, FL; one daughter, Leila Katherine Sanders of Century, FL; one brother, Alton Ray (Genia) Boutwell of Flomaton, AL; one sister, Samantha Babineaux of Flomaton, AL; nieces, Shain Mathis and Jordyn Boutwell; nephew, Justin (Alie) Boutwell; special friend, Josephine Johnson of Flomaton, AL and other family and many friends.
Graveside services will be held Friday, March 19, 2021 at 3:00 P.M. at Traveler’s Rest Cemetery.
Journey Lee Asher Britton
March 15, 2021
Infant Journey Lee Asher Britton, age 2 months, passed away on Thursday, March 11, 2021 in Mobile, Alabama.
Preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Barbara Andrews and maternal grandmother, Regina Wilson.
Survivors include his parents, John and Amy Britton of Flomaton, AL; maternal grandparents, Leroy and Brenda Wilson of Brewton, AL; paternal grandparent, Johnny Andrews of Pace, FL; great grandparents, Joyce and Wood Alfred of Coosada, AL; three brothers, John Britton, Jr., Colton Cardwell, and his twin brother, Emerson Britton all of Flomaton, AL; four sisters, Analyssa Britton, Abigail Britton, Madison Madden and Breanna Britton all of Flomaton, AL and three uncles, Ryan Madden of Brewton, AL, Cedric Andrews of Pensacola, FL and Randall McElhaney of Cookeville, TN.
Graveside services will be held Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at the Beulah Cemetery with Bro. Rusty Burnham officiating.
Pallbearer will be his dad, John.
Sherry Ann Favorite Hardy
March 12, 2021
Sherry Ann Favorite Hardy was born June 15, 1952 to Louis and Annie Favorite. She departed this world on March 8, 2021.
Awaiting her with open arms is her eldest son, Little Ronnie (Ronco) Hardy and her Daddy. Sherry was the owner of Sherry’s Cake Shop, locally owned for over 49 years, providing cakes for all occasions. Sherry was preceded in death by her son, Ronald Allen Hardy, Jr, her father, Louis Roosevelt Favorite, Sr, her Papa, Robert Favorite and her Granny, Elsie Lowery.
Sherry leaves to cherish her memory, her loving and devoted son, Ryne Allen Hardy and the light of her life, grandson, Fisher Allen Hardy. Also, left to treasure many years of life together, her boyfriend, Donnie Barnes. Sherry enjoyed the many years spent at her shop with her mother, Annie Favorite. Sherry was the oldest of six girls and one big brother, all of whom loved her immensely. Louie (Vicky) Favorite, Mary Lou (Rick) Bird, Nancy (Geri) Pelfrey, Linda Kay Favorite, Lisa Favorite (Cliff Alegre) and Susan (Jason) Jernigan. Sherry had three nieces and four nephews that she spoiled as often as she could. Brice (Brandice) Pelfrey, Brandi (Brandon) Morris, Lance (Laura) Bird, Leanne (Casey) Bearden, Brett (Laura) Pelfrey, Celia Favorite and Tommy Piazza. Sherry enjoyed her great-nieces and nephews, all of whom loved them some “Sherry’s Shop”. Brelynn, Braxton, and Braylee Morris; Ellie, Everly and Easton Pelfrey; Ava Grace Bird; Karter Kay Piazza; Makenzie and Clayton Bearden.
Sherry put everyone else before herself. She proudly contributed to the Cordova Mall Ball and the Krewe du YaYas in their fundraising efforts. Sherry could put a smile on anyone’s face, either by being silly or making yummy goodies. Sherry took great joy in teaching the Children’s Cake Classes each summer. She watched proudly as the children grew and their talents developed. Sherry was a fighter and a hard worker.
She fought hard and won her battle with cancer twice.
Proudly serving as pallbearers are Heath McNair, son Ryne Hardy, and her nephews. T
here will be a visitation from 5 – 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at Faith Chapel South. Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 17, 2021 with Casey Bearden officiating.
Internment will follow at Pensacola Memorial Gardens. Everyone who knew her loved her, especially Ryne and Fisher. We will miss you MawMaw!