Cody Lane Rolin
June 1, 2025
Mr. Cody Lane Rolin, who was 27 years old, sadly passed away in Mobile, Alabama on Thursday, May 29, 2025. He was a valued member of the Poarch Community Church, where he shared his faith and connected with those around him. Cody’s presence will be deeply missed by his family and friends, as well as by the community that cherished him.
He really loved spending his time outdoors, whether it was riding buggies or four-wheelers, or enjoying a day at the creek. He also had a passion for shopping and was a big fan of Alabama football and the Atlanta Braves. When he wasn’t out having fun, you could find him watching his favorite shows like Seinfeld and Yellowstone. He cherished the moments spent with family and friends, always ready to party and make the most of every gathering. For him, life was all about good times and great company.
He is preceded in by his grandparents, Sylvia and Robert Hadley, and Peggy Couch; uncle, Earl Hadley.
Mr. Rolin is survived by his parents, Bryan and Lynda Couch of Atmore, Alabama; brother, Sean (Morgan) Rolin of Syracuse, New York; aunts and uncles, Lynn Hadley, Clifford Wasden, Edward and Kendall Hadley, Evan and Hali Hadley, Sandy and Donna Hadley, Aubrey and Tasha Rolin, Danny and Tammy Couch and Johnny Steadham.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC with Brother Walter Rolin officiating.
Burial will follow at Judson Creek Indian Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, June 3, 2025 from 12:00 PM until service time at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Blake Pearson, Aaron Wasden, Sean Rolin, Randy Fretwell Jr., Devin Steadham and Earnest Rolin.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Evan Hadley, Edward Hadley, Aubrey Rolin, Johnny Steadham and Shawn Rolin.
Carl Phillip Nellums
May 28, 2025
Carl Phillip Nellums, 75, of Cantonment, Florida, passed away on May 24, 2025 in Pensacola, Florida. He was born in Bay Minette, Alabama on June 17, 1949 to Buck and Alfreda Nellums. He was married to Becky Nellums. He was a general contractor by trade, who over the course of his career built many quality homes in the Northwest Florida area.
Phillip was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. He loved a good joke and liked to make others laugh. He always had a story to tell. He was a generous man and ready to lend a hand when it was needed. He was LOVED and will be missed by all that knew him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Buck and Alfreda Nellums; and sisters, Dora Nellums and Doris Ejido.
He is survived by his loving wife, Becky Nellums; siblings, John (Judy) Nellums, Harriet Skinner, Catherine (Ron) Meyer, Robert Nellums, and Dorothy Nellums; children, Jerry (Anita) Nellums, Jeff (Angie) Doggette, Randy Doggette, Eddie (Natalie) Doggette, John Nellums, John (Amanda) Andrews, and Kristy Hill; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Pallbearers: Daniel Nellums, Cody Nellums, Mason Doggette, Spencer Doggette, Ryan Andrews, and Hunter Andrews
Honorary Pallbearer: Hunter Doggette
The family will receive friends at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North on Thursday, May 29, 2025 from 5:00 PM ~ 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 30, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the funeral home with Pastor Edwin Quijada officiating. Burial will follow in Robertsdale, Alabama at Clear Spring Cemetery.
Altha Gene “Bo” Brantley
May 27, 2025
Mr. Altha Gene “Bo” Brantley, age 87, passed away Monday, May 26, 2025, at an Alabama hospital.
Mr. Brantley was born in Flomaton, Alabama and has been a lifelong resident. He is of the Baptist faith and attended Little Escambia Baptist Church where he was Sunday School Director for many years. On May 18, 2025, he was promoted to Deacon Emeritus after 65 years of being a deacon at Little Escambia Baptist Church. He was a graduate of the Flomaton High School class of 1956. He was a Flomaton High School Trustee, a Flomaton High School Sports Hall of Fame Member. He was also a nominee for AHSAA Hall of Fame. Mr. Brantley was a member of the Gideons International for more than 50 years. He was an honorary Lt. Firefighter and Chaplain for the Flomaton Fire Department. He was a founding member of the Escambia County Health Care Authority and served 30 years. Mr. Bo was a member of the Flomaton Chamber of Commerce and was a founding member of the Railroad Junction Day. Mr. Brantley was the host on the Friday night Radio Show WPFL “Pigskin Review”. He was the host on WKNU for Sunday Down South. Mr. Brantley was the radio host on WPFL for “Coach’s Corner” and “Fearless Friday Forecast”. He was on the B.O. & K.O. Radio show WTCB of Flomaton. He was also a member of the Tri-city Rotary Club. Mr. Bo Brantley was also an avid Alabama football fan and loved wood working and gardening. He is preceded in death by his parents – Calvin (Tobe) and Lucille Brantley; and a granddaughter n law – Monica McCall.
Mr. Bo Brantley is survived by the love of his life for 67 years Mrs. Dot Brantley; one son – Michael Brantley of Philadelphia; two daughters – Sheri (Sam) McCall of McKenzie and Dee Dee (George) Litaker of Fairhope; grandchildren – Bo & Ashley McCall, Micha & Kristi McCall, Courtney & Justin Rabon, Josh McCall, Danielle & Ty Hughes, Lindsay & Christopher Jordan, Justin Litaker, Candace & Anthony Headland, Cole & Rachel Litaker; 17 great grandchildren and numerous other family and friends.
Visitation will be Wednesday, May 28, 2025, from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the chapel of Flomaton Funeral Home. There will also be a visitation on May, 29, 2025, from 11:00 A.M. until 1:00 P.M at Little Escambia Baptist Church.
Funeral service will be Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. at the Little Escambia Baptist Church with Bro Jonathon Hill and Dr. Larry Patterson officiating. Interment will be at Little Escambia Baptist Church Cemetery.
Pallbearers – Josh McCall, Landen Robertson, Steve Stanton, Bo McCall, Micah McCall and Justin Rabon.
Honorary pallbearers – Gideons, Deacons, Larry White, Joe Brantley and Jimmy Brantley.
In lieu of flowers you can make donations to Gideons International or Little Escambia Baptist Church.
Kimberley Jean Reasor
May 27, 2025
Kimberley Jean Reasor, 65, of Century, Florida, passed away unexpectedly on May 17, 2025 with her husband by her side. She was born in Sikeston, Missouri on April 07, 1960 to Oral Gene Casey and Shirley Jean Casey. She was married to Robert Erik Bell Reasor for 27 years.
Throughout her life, Kim worked several industrial and retail jobs, but the majority of her life she enjoyed being a homemaker. She was a member of Apostolic Lighthouse in Dowagiac, Michigan where she loved to worship God with all her church family. She had a passion for family time, dancing, singing karaoke. She also enjoyed her hobbies; artwork, scrolling TikTok videos and watching horror movies.
Kimberley was a joy to be around and her heart was truly genuine.
She was preceded in death by her father, Oral Gene Casey, mother-in-law, Judith Strickland Reasor, grandparents, Finus F. Hamlett and Dessie J. Hamlett, James O. Casey and Pearl Belle Casey.
She is survived by her husband, Robert Erik Bell Reasor of Century, Florida, mother Shirley Jean Casey of Dowagiac, Michigan, brother, Nathan Lynn Casey (Jodi) of Benton Harbor, Michigan, sister, Robin Renee Anderson (Todd Bennett) of Benton Harbor, Michigan, daughter, Heidi Renee Arbri of Niles, Michigan, daughter, Trisha Chérie Bonebright (Michael Young) of Niles, Michigan, son, Dakota Hawke Reasor (Jennifer Pendleton) of Jay, Florida, grandson, Elias Michael Young of Niles, Michigan, and multiple nieces and nephews.
The pallbearers are Dakota Reasor, Nathan Casey, Brandon Casey, Michael Young, Elias Young, and Jason Shreves.
Her service will be Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. with Nathan Lynn Casey officiating, with a visitation prior at 12:00 p.m. A “Celebration of life” will be held at a later date in Dowagiac, Michigan for local friends and family. The burial of Kimberley will be at Ellaville City Cemetery in Ellaville, Georgia on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.
James Arnold Peterson
May 27, 2025
James Arnold Peterson, 76, of Pensacola, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on April 28, 2025.
James is survived by his daughters, Melony and Tiffany Peterson; five grandsons, James (Kayla) Thornton, River Peterson, Levi Black, Nathaniel Black, and Oaklynn Black; four great-grandchildren, James Thornton, Kendra Thornton, Kimber D’Acquisto, and Kylie D’Acquisto.
His life was a testament of his unwavering faith, commitment to family and friends, and strength of character. These values will continue to inspire his loved ones for generations to come.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project in recognition of his service as a proud Vietnam veteran.
His life will be celebrated at Faith Chapel North on Saturday, May 31, at 1:00 p.m.
Robert Jay Russell
May 25, 2025
Robert Jay Russell passed away on May 26, 2025 at the age of 94. He was born on October 31, 1930, in Westville, Florida, to the late Jay Emmitt Russell and Clara Belle Braxton.
Beloved husband of 60 years to the late Joyce Marie McDonald. Loving father of Deborah Lynn Russell McLeod (Mack), Robyn Dale Stuart (Mike), and Rochelle Marie Pfeiffer (Todd). Proud grandfather to Brad, Lance, and Matthew McLeod, Jeremy, Joshua, and Heather Stuart, Chadd, Alex, and Alysa Pfeiffer. Great-grandfather to twenty great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Brother to Johnny Russell, Billie Jean Mason, and the late Willis E. Russell, Danny H. Russell, Neal Russell, Keith M. Russell, and Betty Thompson.
Robert was a long-time resident of Oak Grove, FL. He loved his Lord and was a devoted, faithful member of Oak Grove Baptist Church. He was employed by Ideal Cement Company for 38 years as sales manager for the Louisiana and Mississippi division. He was a member of the Jackson #1 Lodge of Freemasonry for 67 years and the Shriners International. Robert served in the United States Army during WWII. He was stationed in Okinawa and Tacoma, Washington. Mr. Russell was an avid gardener, preserving his crop and enjoying the fruits of his labor.
Funeral services will be held Friday, May 30, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Oak Grove Baptist Church with Bro. Dennis Terry officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Oak Grove, FL.
Active pallbearers will be Brad McLeod, Lance McLeod, Matthew McLeod, Jeremy Stuart, Joshua Stuart, Alex Pfeiffer, Kade McLeod, and Ian Williamson.
Honorary pallbearers will be Heather Williamson, Chadd Pfeiffer, Alysa Snyder, Bailey Fuller, Haylie McLeod, Harper McLeod, Brooklyn McLeod, Roselyn McLeod, Emily Williamson, Riley Stuart, Emma Kate Stuart, Graison Pfeiffer, Zinna Pfeiffer, Knoxleigh Snyder, Jamison Snyder, Rhett Pfeiffer, Liam Pfeiffer, Sam Pfeiffer, Charlee Pfeiffer, and Ryan Upton.
Visitation will be held Friday, May 30, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m. at Oak Grove Baptist Church.
Roger Glenn Boutwell
May 21, 2025
Roger Glenn Boutwell, 83, of Atmore, AL. passed away on May 20, 2025 in Jacksonville, FL. He was born on February 12, 1942, in Jay, FL, to the late Desmond Boutwell and Vera Campbell Boutwell. He was a farmer for Triple B Farms and a truck driver. He loved Alabama football, fishing, skiing, and golfing. He lived life to the fullest and was the life of the party.
Roger is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Donald Boutwell, and granddaughter, Kalea Brown.
Roger is survived by his wife, Deborah Pohronezny Boutwell, his children; Tami (Steve) Brown, Belynda (Jim) Cook, Jeff Boutwell, Dean (Cindy) Fournier, and Chad (Allison) Fournier, his sister, Deborah Boutwell (Larry) Patton; his grandchildren: Miranda Merz, Tyler Brown, Breanna Formby, Hunter Brown, Alexa Cook, Megan Fournier, Melanie Dobson, and Emily Hart, Larissa Trawick, Randi Jo Dixon, Savannah Jester, Darrien Fournier, Jordan Hochstetler and his great-grandchildren- Paisley Brown, Addison Formby, Tatum Formby, Hazel Merz, Watson Trawick, Scarlot Jo Trawick, and Charlie Jo Dixon.
Graveside services will be held on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Jay Cemetery in Jay, FL, with Bro. Matthew Dobson officiating. Interment will follow in Jay Cemetery in Jay, FL.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 23, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, AL.
Mack Holley Beasley
May 18, 2025
We honor and celebrate the life of Mack Holley Beasley, 79, who entered Heaven’s gate on May 16, 2025.
Mack, or as we all know him Pawpaw, was born on April 2, 1946. He was the third-born to Tom and Noby Beasley. He grew up in the areas of Allentown and Jay, Florida, where he continued to live and serve his community as a licensed well driller and owner of Mack Beasley Water-well Service.
Mack always kept the Word of God with him, and was a lifelong member of his church, Cornerstone Christian Church, formerly known as Jay First Assembly. He attended regularly until he was not physically able to.
He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He loved his family and took joy in all the family gatherings. He was looking foward to meeting his new grandbaby, Ezra.
In Mack’s free time, he enjoyed fishing and watching his favorite westerns and gospel singings on television in his big comfy recliner.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel Beasley, parents Tom and Noby Beasley, and brothers Billy Beasley and Woodrow Parker.
Mack is survived by daughter Sherry (Ernie) Tetter, son Bobby (Vicki) Harrison, grandchildren Morgan (Alan) Diaz, Cherian Tetter, Angi (Rick) Baker, Jeff (Krista) Harrison, Tori (Travis) Watson, Abby Stover, and Savannah Hawkins, great-grandchildren Raychell Baker, Makaenn Presley, Aela Watson, Xavier Watson, Emery Stover, Koben Stover, Waylon Stover, Hazel May Stover, great-great grandchild Ivy Condrey, and brothers Dan Beasley, Doug Beasley, and Thomas Beasley.
The visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 20th from 5 pm to 7 pm at Jay Funeral Chapel. The funeral service will be Wednesday, May 21st at 2 pm at Cornerstone Christian Church, followed by a burial at Cora Baptist Church Cemetery.
Officiating Pastor will be Bobby Carnley. Pallbearers will be Alan Diaz, Duane Diamond, Tim Gilman, J.W. Creamer, and Dusty Kennedy.
A special thank you to his caregivers Sherry, Stephanie, Amy, Heather, and Shandra.
Pawpaw will always be remembered for his kindness, giving heart, and the love he had for all his family.
Cheryl L. Johnson
May 15, 2025
Ms. Cheryl L. Johnson of Beulah, Fl, passed away peacefully at her home on April 1, 2025. With the loves of her life, her two dogs Kentucky Rose and Pickles. Cheryl was born April 3,1962 to the late Linda and Carl Stone.
She has worked at the Beulah Texaco for many years and loved spoiling the kids that came in and welcoming everyone with that big beautiful smile of hers. She was known as Aunt Cheryl to so many and was a shining example of compassion and generosity, always willing to give what little she had to bring joy to others. Her heart was filled with love, and her spirit was fueled by a passion for giving. She loved her family immensely and was so proud of her kids, grandkids and extended family.
Cheryl was proceeded in death by her parents Carl and Linda Stone, sister Karla Arnold and brother Ray Stone.
We are having a celebration of life for Cheryl Johnson Saturday May 17th 2025 at 1:00pm at Windy Hill Baptist Church and would like to invite the Beulah Community that she loved so much to come out and join us.
Willene Reynolds
May 12, 2025
Mrs. Willene B. Reynolds of Greenville, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 9, 2025, at Bethany Center for Rehabilitation and Healing in Nashville, Tennessee.
Willene was born February 1, 1947, in Greenville, Alabama, to the late William “Bill” Henry Eady and Clara Mae Kendrick Eady. She was a 1966 graduate of Greenville High School.
Willene married the love of her life, Lonnie Patrick “Pat” Reynolds, on December 14, 1968.
During her career, Willene worked as a cosmetologist at Cinderella Beauty Shop, Marilyn’s Beauty Shop, and The Vanity Beauty Shop in Greenville.
After retirement, she enjoyed time with her devoted husband of 55 years, Pat, along with family and friends.
Willene was preceded in death by her husband, Lonnie Patrick Reynolds; her parents, William “Bill” Eady and Clara Mae Kendrick Eady; her foster parents, Zollie B. Blackmon and Eva Eady Blackmon; her in-laws, Lonnie and Katie Rae Reynolds; sister-in-law Kathy (Reynolds) Starr; and brother-in-law Jack Starr.
Willene is survived by her son, William (Jane) Reynolds; daughter, Christy (Michael) Wilson; grandchildren Ashley Maheu (Zack), Bethany Landis (Darren), Delaney Orem (Hunter), Matthew Shivers, Caleb Wilson (Elizabeth), Joshua Wilson, Matthew Wilson; and great-grandchildren Caden Maheu, Madilyn Maheu, and Emma Landis.
A private family viewing will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. at Woodfin Funeral Chapel at 200 North Lowry Street in Smyrna, Tennessee, with burial following at Mapleview Cemetery in Smyrna, Tennessee.