William Thomas Crooke
September 6, 2018
William Thomas Crooke, 77, of Pensacola, Florida was called home by Our Lord on September 1, 2018. He was born to William H. Crooke and Lillian I. Kersey on July 6, 1941. William was a truck driver for many years to provide for his wife and five children, and did so with great pride. He was our hero and the most wonderful husband, brother, father, grandfather, uncle and friend anybody could be so lucky to have. He was a very patient and a saint of man. He was a very wholesome Christian man who loved the Lord. He had a great love of fishing and always had to have his coffee, cookies and banana pudding. He always loved spending time with his family. He was a very simple man that never expected anything in return. He was a man of success that lived well, laughed often and loved much; who gained respect of everyone and the love of his children; who leaves the world better than he found it; who has never lacked appreciation for anyone or failed to express it; who looked for the best in others and gave the best he had. He is now reunited with his first love, and we now have two angels in heaven looking over us, our father/grandfather and mother/grandmother, Carol Crooke. He was a member of Farmhill Baptist Church in Cantonment, Fl.
He is preceded in death by parents, William H. Crooke and Lillian I. Kersey; the first love of his life and mother of his children, Carol A. Crooke; stepmothers, Audrey Crooke and Bertha Kramek, grandfather and grandmother Adams.
William leaves behind to cherish his memory by his loving wife, Lola Crooke; sons, Timothy (Dawn) Crooke, John Crooke, and David Crooke; daughters, Katherine (Michael) Littlefield and Sarah Crooke; granddaughters, Jazmine Bodiford, Maria and Victoria Crooke; grandsons, Joseph and Adam Crooke; five step-children; numerous step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren, and many nieces/nephews and other family and friends that he loved so dearly.
Funeral Services were held Thursday, September 6, 2018, at Faith Chapel North followed by a graveside service at Pensacola Memorial Gardens on Pine Forest Road.
The family is very grateful that Pastor Darrell Black officiated the services.
A Special Thanks to West Florida Hospital and Select Speciality Hospital for the loving care that they provided for our Father.
Pallbearers were Jamie Hobbs, Adam Crooke, Joseph Crooke, Michael Littlefield, John Cole, and Bro. Drannon Vines.
He will be dearly missed by everyone who knew him. He truly made an impact on our life.
2 Timothy 4:7-8 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course. I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.
James Robert Daniels, Sr.
September 6, 2018
James Robert (“Jim”) Daniels, Sr. went to be with the Lord on September 4, 2018, at the age of 76 due to complications following heart valve surgery. Jim was a retired project manager from Monsanto’s Pensacola Plant and a long-time resident of the Pensacola area.
Jim is survived by his wife, Connie; his children, Jim (Mary) Daniels, Jr., Tammy (Robert) Hicks, Shelly (Billy) Perkins, and Jamie (Danny) Broxson; his brother, Sal (Sadie) Genovese; his sister, Francis Genovese; 10 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
Jim was born in Houston, TX on January 18, 1942, to George and Dorothy Daniels. Shortly thereafter, he moved to New Orleans, LA where he grew up and spent his formative years. In 1959, he married Connie Davenport, his high school sweetheart, and soon started a family. He joined Monsanto in 1972 at their world headquarters in St. Louis, MO. Jim relocated to the Pensacola Plant in 1976, where he served as a senior project manager until his retirement in 1997.
Jim was an avid golfer and a huge sports fan. He was fun-loving and enjoyed all things New Orleans and Louisiana, including good food, good music, Saints football, and especially his beloved LSU Tigers. His “swaddling clothes” were in fact purple and gold. Jim loved spending time with his family and was often the life of the party at family gatherings. Jim loved to sing and was an active member of the choir at Gonzalez United Methodist Church. His gregarious and loving presence will be sorely missed by his friends and family.
Jim’s celebration of life will be on Saturday, September 8, 2018, in the sanctuary of Gonzalez United Methodist Church in Cantonment, FL. Friends are invited to the visitation from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.
A service of remembrance will begin at 1 p.m., with interment immediately following in the GUMC cemetery.
The Rev. Michael Ramsey and the Rev. Riley Richardson will officiate the service.
Pallbearers are Joe Genovese, Casey Genovese, Matthew Perkins, Jacob Hicks, Nathan Hicks, and Daniel Perkins.
Honorary pallbearers are Tommy Daniels and Cameron Broxson.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North has been entrusted with arrangements.
Maxine A. Perkins
September 6, 2018
Maxine A. Perkins, 87, of Molino, Florida, passed away Saturday, September 1, 2018. She was born May 19, 1931, in Cottondale, Alabama. She was the beloved daughter of the late Eddie Mack Booth and Lillie Mae Allen.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, James R. Perkins; parents, Eddie Mack Booth and Lillie Mae Allen; step-father, Carter Herbert; sisters, Mary Alice Fulgham, Mae Francis Hart, Doris Nell Herbert-Stephens; brothers, James Booth, Marvin Booth, and Henry Herbert.
Mrs. Perkins started her career as a waitress, where she met the love of her life in May of 1949. First time she met him he said “I’m going to marry you”, she said “You’re crazy”. Then on July 4, 1949, they were married at Corry Station Chapel in Pensacola, Florida. Now a Navy wife, she began her world travels raising five children and strongly supporting her sailor. While stationed in San Diego, California she worked as a waitress at the Del Coronado where she served aristocrats, movie stars, and politicians; to name just a few, Ronald Reagan, Lucille Ball, Jerry Lewis, and Elvis. Her husband was then selected to be a member of Seal Team 1 on January 1, 1962 (Plank Owner). As a mother of five and a wife of a Navy Seal she packed her family and moved overseas. Once the tour was complete the entire family returned stateside. Upon retirement the family moved to a farm in Titusville, PA. Now a farmer’s wife she began canning, hunting, and fishing. Then her cherished journey began as a grandmother, “Granny”. Years later the family moved again to their final destination, Pensacola, Florida, where the story first began. Mrs. Perkins lived the rest of her life at the same home in Molino, Florida. Now known as “Granny’s House”.
Mrs. Perkins is survived by her daughters, Belinda Christie, Cynthia Perkins, and Oneita Yuhasz; sons, Jimmy (Missy) Perkins, and Bobby (Julie) Perkins; grandchildren, Karen (Scott) Spencer (LeMire), Tammy Mayo (Sosnowski), Lisa McGee (Perkins), J.R. (Rachel) LeMire, Joe (Amanda) Sosnowski, Jason (Hanah) Perkins, Joshua Perkins, Russell McAnally, Tony (Jennifer) Yuhasz, Megan Yuhasz; 19 great-grandchildren; and many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, September 7, 2018, at St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church in Molino, Florida. Rosary to start at 9:30 a.m.
Burial will follow in church cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Joe Sosnowski, Russell McAnally, Tyler Storandt, Malcom Mayo, Scott Spencer, and Lamar Flowers.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
Henry Raymond Robbins
September 6, 2018
Mr. Henry Raymond “Pop” Robbins, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, September 5, 2018, in Century, Florida.
Mr. Robbins was a native and lifelong resident of McDavid, FL. He was a brick mason by trade, avid fisherman and loved his family. He was of the Baptist faith. He is preceded in death by his parents, Luther and Stella Robbins; one son, Ricky Robbins; wife, Margaret Louise Nicholas; two brothers, James R. Robbins and Pellar Robbins; and his dog, Debo.
He is survived by his two sons, Barry (Apryl) Nicholas of McDavid, FL and Clayton (Tammy Moe) Simmons of McDavid, FL; one sister, Carolyn Robbins (Donald) Jordan of Flomaton, AL; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 8, 2018, at 11 a.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Rick MaHarrey officiating.
Visitation will be held Saturday, September 8, 2018, from 10 a.m. until service time at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Norma Boutwell Belvin
September 3, 2018
Norma Boutwell Belvin was born on June 28, 1923. She graduated with honors on September 1, 2018, when she moved to Heaven to the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was the best wife, mother, aunt, and grandmother one could hope for. She was loved by all who met her and most everyone called her Grandmother. Her love and hospitality were contagious. She loved her family with her whole heart. Grandmother taught us to love Jesus and those around us. She truly epitomized a Proverbs 31 woman. Using her gift of service, Norma cooked many memorable meals at both Central Baptist and Scenic Heights Baptist Church, both in Pensacola.
Norma was proceeded in death by her husband of 49 years, Robert; her parents and her siblings.
She is survived by her loving children, Bob and Cecilia Belvin, JoAnn and Gary Adams, and Elise and Bobby Drinkard; grandchildren, Lew and Mi Belvin, Grayson and Debi Belvin, Lauren and Bryan Hinote, Ashley Drinkard; and her six great grandchildren and special nieces and nephews.
The family could not have asked for any better care for Grandmother than was given by Pam and Brenda. These ladies became part of our family and the family will forever be grateful for all they did for grandmother and her family.
Special thanks to Adam, Robin and Martha of Emerald Coast Hospice who loved Norma and her family and comforted the sisters in Mother’s final days.
Visitation will be Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at Faith Chapel North from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.
Interment will be Wednesday, September 5, 2018, at Victoria Cemetery at 1 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Ministry Village at Olive Baptist Church in Pensacola.
Gregory Keith Hastings
September 3, 2018
Mr. Gregory Keith Hastings, age 57, passed away on Friday, August 31, 2018, in Pensacola, Florida.
Mr. Hastings was a native and lifelong resident of Brewton, AL. He was an avid fisherman, hunter, loved his dogs, daughters, and liked biking and Alabama football. He was a member of the Little Escambia Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Annise Hastings.
He is survived by his two daughters, Heather (Lucas) Chavers of Cantonment, FL and Daphne Hastings Ledkins of Flomaton, AL; three brothers, Donnie (Sandy) Hastings of Brewton, AL, Terry (Vivian) Hastings of Flomaton, AL and Jeff (Fonda) Hastings of Flomaton, AL; and five grandchildren, Ashton Gatwood, Jayden Ledkins, Jordan Ledkins, Claire Chavers and Hailey Chavers.
Funeral services will be Monday, September 3, 2018, at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Ron Headley officiating.
Burial will follow at the Green Acres Cemetery.
Visitation will be Monday, September 3, 2018, from 12:30 p.m. until service time at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Lucas Chavers, Lee Merritt, Robert Burkett, Dale Law, Ray Owens and Randal Blair.
Honorary pallbearers will be Roger Emmons and Daniel Evans.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Rose Marion Findley
August 31, 2018
Rose Marion Findley, 83, went home to be with her Savior on Monday, August 27, 2018, in her home surrounded by family. She was born in Alabama but had lived in Pensacola, FL since the age of 7. She was a devoted mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother and a long time active member of Pinehaven Missionary Baptist Church, Pensacola, FL.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Johnny and Carrie Burkett; brothers, Joseph and Willie Burkett; sisters, Elizabeth McKown and Vernell Rowell; grandchild, Kristina Myers; and nieces, Donna Atkinson, Irma Jean Hudson and Sherri Jordan.
Survivors include her son, Henry “Paul” Findley of Foley, AL; daughter, Zeena E. Findley (Greg Beals) of Sweetwater, TN; sister, Ruth Elliott of Pensacola, FL. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Gage, Henry and Tyler Findley (twins), Erica, Terry, and Devin Myers; great-grandchildren, Paris Farmer, Hunter and Paisley Myers, Elaina Rose, and Nate Findley, all of whom she loved dearly; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North on Saturday, September 1, 2018. Visitation will be at 10 a.m. with services to follow at 11 a.m. Graveside services will follow at Clopton Cemetery on Davis Hwy. Officiating pastors will be Bro. Jason Douglas and Bro. Jimmy Lancaster. The family is very grateful that Bro. Jimmy could come from MI. He was Rose’s Pastor for 26 years.
Special thanks to Covenant Care Hospice, Dr. Alsheik (Cardiology) and Baptist Hospital Doctors and Nurses for the care they provided. Also to her daughter, Zeena, and niece, DJ Bell for the loving care that enabled our mother to remain at home.
Pallbearers will be Chuck Bell, Terry and Devin Myers, Jody Skipper, Dru Metrolis, and Sean Powell.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Covenant Care Hospice.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
Hunter A. Paxson
August 29, 2018
Hunter A. Paxson, 19, of Eagle, NE passed away August 13, 2018. He was born September 5, 1998, in Pensacola, FL. He was a college student seeking a doctorate in Psychology. He also worked at GSK in Lincoln, NE. Hunter founded MFAB (Midwest Friends Against Bullying and to date has over 800 members). He worked with several Autism Societies, Anti Bullying Groups and spoke at numerous high schools across the midwest. He won state in competitive speech in Iowa in 2015 with his speech describing what it was like to live with autism. In addition, Hunter worked with the governors’ offices in both Iowa and Nebraska to write the current anti-bullying bill.
Family members include his beloved companion and pet “Puggy”; parents, Marcus and Jessica Peacock-Hellwege; brother and best friend, Bailey Paxson; sister, Christina Paxson; cousins, Kyle (Auriana) Peacock; Nana, Norma Peacock; Papa, James (Julie) Peacock; Grammy, Carol Paxson; grandfather, Ken (Billie) Paxson; great-grandmother, Mawmaw, Elaine Baggett; and Christopher Paxson; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends.
He is preceded in death by Great-Granny and Papa Peacock; Great-Grandfather, Burl Milstead; Great-Grandmother, Blanche Prusha; and cousin, Tony Petersohn.
A memorial service will be held September 1, 2018, at 11 a.m at Harvest Christian Center, 1095 Muscogee Road in Cantonment, with pastor’s John Whitaker and Derek Lewis officiating.
Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Saturday, 1, 2018, at Harvest Christian Center.
Flowers will be received at Harvest Christian Center and/or memorials can be made to:
Autism Family Network of Lincoln Nebraska
Hunters ashes will be spread at his family’s home in a special memory garden built for him. This will be a private service per the family’s request.
Victoria June Roberts
August 29, 2018
Victoria June Roberts, 60, of Pensacola, Florida, was called Home by our Lord on August 21, 2018. She was born to Harmon Edwards and Beverly Reamer Watson on April 14, 1958, in Pensacola. Vicki was an extremely gracious woman, who was selfless and generous to all she knew. Her passion for helping others shown through wherever she went. Vicki was an army veteran who served honorably in Berlin in the early 1980’s. She then trained to become a registered nurse and began a career as a traveling nurse for a number of years, before settling down in Pensacola, where she worked at all of the major hospitals, specializing in OB/GYN and mother/baby units. An ardent volunteer, she especially loved participating in the annual Relay for Life. Vicki was a valued member of the Baptist Hospital nursing staff and was beloved by all her co-workers and treated them as her second family. Stoic in resolve, yet compassionate in her care giving, Vicki helped many a newborn baby into this world during her life. She had been recognized countless times, by patients, for her professional and loving care of both mother and child. She was ardently devoted to all of her family and especially daughter, Alhena and granddaughter, Emma Rose who were the lights of her life.
Survived to mourn her loss are her mother, Beverly Watson; husband, Donnie Roberts; daughter, Alhena Roberts; grandchild, Emma Rose Frantz, all of Pensacola; stepchildren, Erika Stewart (Matthew) of Indianapolis, IN, Evan Roberts (Meisha) of Bedford, IN, and Elli Roberts (Drew) of California, MD; sister, Jennifer Edwards and son, Austin of Orange Park, FL; brothers, David Edwards (Tami), and Chip Edwards of Pensacola. Her loss is also felt by niece, Tiffany Edwards; nephew, David Edwards Jr. of Pensacola; and her loving family at Baptist Hospital.
We need not weep for Vicki, for she is in Heaven with our Lord and Savior. Although the pain we feel from losing such a genuinely kind woman will last forever, we should look back on the memories fondly and smile, for that is exactly what she would want us to do.
A celebration of Vicki’s life will be held at Calvary Bible Fellowship, 10460 Motley Court, Pensacola, FL on September 15, 2018, at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers the family wishes that donations be made to the American Diabetes Association.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
Wylonette Etheridge
August 29, 2018
Wylonette “Lynn” Etheridge, age 74, a resident of Saraland, Alabama passed away peacefully with her family at her side Friday, August 24, 2018. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mrs. Etheridge was born July 16, 1944 in Canoe, AL.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Ellie Monroe “Buck” Rowell, Janie E. Rowell; her brother, George Almas Rowell.
Mrs. Etheridge is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Wenton “Bill” Etheridge of Saraland, AL; son, Paul Etheridge (Angie) of Saraland, AL; daughters, Kimberly Jones (Kerman), Amy Baxter (Franklin), both from Auburn, AL; nephew, George Rowell of Saraland; grandchildren, Nichole Dunklin (Michael), Wesley Etheridge (Gabby), Kalli Jones, Konnor Jones, Sidney Baxter, and Maggie Baxter; great-grandchildren, Seth Dunklin, Brianna Dunklin, Raelyn Dunklin, and Talitha Etheridge; siblings, Claudia Bradford, Ann James, Quinton Rowell, and Pauline Olson.
Graveside services were held Tuesday, August 28, 2018, at Oak Hill Cemetery Atmore, AL with Bro. Chris Reed officiating.
Active pallbearers were Wesley Etheridge, Konnor Jones, George Rowell, Michael Dunklin, Lee Etheridge, Robert Etheridge.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.