Otha Douglas Morgan
January 21, 2018
On January 19, 2018, Otha Douglas Morgan was transported to Heaven at age 93. He was born in McKenzie, AL on December 4, 1924, to the late Albert Orie and Maude Jenkins Morgan. He married the love of his life Christeen Glover Morgan on December 5, 1953 and they spent 64 years together. He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Evada Steffler, Lorene Graham, Mavis Parnell, Veneta Sims; and two brothers, Clinton and Cleveland.
His is survived by his loving wife Christeen; and his daughters, Cynthia (Randy) Peters and Fay (Glenn) Faircloth; grandsons, Jason (Jamie) Peters and Brandon Peters; great-grandchildren, Zach, Scott, Emily and Michael; one brother, Dalton (Carolyn) Morgan; and numerous nieces and nephews and one special next door “son”, Joey Brown.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 23, 2018, at 2 p.m. from the Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Kevin Flannagin and Bro. Doug Odom officiating.
Interment will follow in Bratt-Godwin Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 23, 2018, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home. Public viewing will be from 12:30 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. Family visitation will be held from 1:30 p.m. until service time at 2 p.m.
The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Shane Harigel and staff at Atmore Community Hospital, Dr. Aron Morgan, everyone who cared for him at D.W. McMillian Memorial Hospital, Justin Cole and D.W. McMillian EMS.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Vernon L. Nyce
January 21, 2018
Vernon L. Nyce, age 73, died on Tuesday January 18, 2018. Vernon is survived by his wife of 52 years, Linda (Stover) Nyce; children, Darren Nyce and his wife, Rhoda Valpatice Nyce, Leann Stover Nyce; and four grandchildren, Lauren and Isabel Ballester, and Gabrielle and Josiah Nyce; brother, Ronald Nyce and his wife, Blanche; and, sister, Grace Nyce Hunt and her husband, John; along with several nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Grace Nyce; and his sister, Ruth Ann (Nyce) Frederick. A celebration of his life was held Saturday, January 20, 2018 in Atmore, Alabama. There will be a memorial service in the summer in Romulus NY at Seneca Community Church where he was a co-founder.
Vern loved his wife, Jesus and studying God’s word. He grew up in Bucks County PA and met the love of his life while ice skating on a local lake. Turns out lakes were going to be prominent in his life for some time. After marrying Linda on the lawn of Christopher Dock High School, and living in several places in the area – Bedminster, the “mouse house”, Perkasie,. In 1973, Vern moved his family to upstate New York in the Finger Lakes region. His dream of being a farmer was becoming a reality. He called the area God’s country. He and a few other fellow searchers started a church, Seneca Community Church . This church was a second home. Sunday morning, Sunday night and Wednesday night you could find Vern there ministering or teaching or learning. Some of his dearest friendships were forged there. Over time he would grow his farm to over a thousand acres, have pigs, cattle, chickens, and even sheep. Even after he moved away, he would still consider it home.
Growing tired of cold, he decided to try Alabama where he could grow three crops in two years. There he grew cotton, soybeans, wheat and corn. He enjoyed spending time at Escambia Seed and would love when his family would visit.
In 2000, he moved back to Pennsylvania to help care for his aging parents. After they died in 2008, he and Linda moved back to Alabama, while keeping his hands in the dirt in Pennsylvania. He lived out the rest of his days battling his heart, loving his wife, studying the Bible, and looking forward to seeing Jesus.
A Memorial Service was held Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 3 p.m. from Mennonite Christian Fellowship with Bro. Jim Weber and Bro. Anthony Swartzendruber officiating.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Robert K. Goforth
January 19, 2018
Robert K. Goforth, Lt. Col. USMC (Ret) of Walnut Hill, FL, passed away on January 15, 2018.
He was born in Snow, OK in 1936 and lived in Clayton, OK until he attended Oklahoma State University. He joined the USMC in 1956 as an Aviation Cadet. He served in Vietnam from 1966-1967, he served as Air Operations Officer on the USS Guam, he was Squadron commander of HMM 264, and he also worked at Headquarters Marines before retiring from NTC Orlando in 1978. He received many awards and commendations, including the Meritorious Service Medal with Gold Star.
Upon retiring he worked as an independent consultant before joining Southwest Research Institute as a project manager before retiring in 2003. He was an active member of his community; he enjoyed mentoring, canning, cooking, hunting and the great outdoors. Fall, he said was his favorite time of year and he could not wait to go into the woods. He was an active member of Trinity Episcopal where he served as Senior Warden.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 54 years, Marguerite “Maggie” Newton Goforth; his parents, Guy Charles and Eura Bell Goforth and his brother, USAF Capt. Oscar L. Goforth.
He is survived by his son, Brian L. Goforth of Pensacola, FL; daughter, Mary M. Goforth Shontz and son-in-law, Ed Shontz; granddaughter, Mariah C. Shontz of Pensacola, FL; brother and sister-in-law, Arlie and Marilyn Goforth of Perry, OK; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.
Visitation will be held 4-6pm Friday, January 19, 2018 at Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel. A reception will be held in the church parish hall from 11:00am until the Celebration of Life Service at 12:00noon Saturday, January 20, 2018 at Trinity Episcopal Church in Atmore, AL with The Rev. John Phillips officiating. Burial will follow at 2:00pm at Berryhill, Milton Historic Cemetery with full military honors.
Pallbearers will be: Bill Jones, Jerry Sansom, Officer Candidate USN Bryson Goforth, Edward Newbill, Offie Macks and Devin Altenhofen.
Honorary Pallbearers will be: Brian Goforth, Ed Shontz and James Shontz.
Melvojo McCurdy Ward
January 19, 2018
Melvojo McCurdy Ward, 88, of Mt. Carmel Community in Jay, Florida, died Thursday, January 18, 2018. Mrs. Ward was born on August 13, 1929. She was the youngest of ten children born to Ruben and Ruby McCurdy. When she was born at home with two broken arms, the doctor told her parents not to bother naming her because she wouldn’t survive more than a few hours. God had a different plan for her life. Mrs. Ward lived for 88 years within one mile of where she was born. She loved working with her hands. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking, quilting and crafting. Until the time of her death, she could be seen outside working in her yard.
Mrs. Ward was an active lifelong member of the Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church. She fulfilled numerous roles including Sunday School and VBS teacher, youth leader, choir member, treasurer of the Willing Workers, as well as serving on many committees. Her father helped build the original church. Her husband Pete helped with construction of the brick structure that replaced the original wooden building. She was thrilled to attend services in the recently rebuilt church.
Mrs. Ward was preceded in death by her husband, Earl “Pete” Brandford and daughter Jackie.
She is survived by her sister, Bonnie Stuckey of Brewton, AL; daughter, Joan (Gary) Mondor of Covington, LA; son, David Ward of Brewton, AL; grandchildren, Jason (Barbara) Ward of Brewton, AL, Shannon (John) Rutherford of Milton, FL, Misti (Adam) Whitney of Broussard, LA, Melodie (Timothy) Taylor of Pace, FL and Micah (Lacey) Mondor of Covington, LA. She was blessed with 14 great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life service will be held Monday, January 22, 2018, at Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church. The viewing will be from 1:00 – 3:00 with services beginning at 3:00. Burial will follow at the church cemetery.
Carlie T. James
January 19, 2018
Mrs. Carlie T. James, age 98, passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2018 in Atmore, Alabama.
Mrs. James was a native and life long resident of Atmore, AL. She was a member of the Sovereign Grace Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, William Earl James, Sr.; two sons, William Earl James, Jr. and Clifton E. James and two daughter-in-laws, Jackie James and Pat James.
Survivors include her sister, Cliffie Mae Hanks of Pensacola, FL; five grandchildren; Cheryl James (Warren) Fenner of Atmore, AL, Jonathan Earl (Christy) James of Atmore, AL, Julie James (Michael Branch) of Atmore, AL, William Earl (Lisa) James, III of Webster, FL and Claude James of Atmore, AL; eight great grandchildren, Ashley Harris Sharp, Blake (Courtney) Harris, Joanna James, Marianna (Nykia) Rolin, Lily Woods, Travis James, Brayden James and Melissa James and three great great grandchildren, Hannah Boothe, Chayton Rolin and Nyla Rolin.
Graveside services will be held Sunday, January 21, 2018 at 2:00 PM at the Pine Level Cemetery with Elder Kevin Fralick officiating.
Visitation will be held Sunday, January 21, 2018 from 12:30 PM until 1:30 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Jonathan James, Travis James, Phillip James, Blake Harris and Warren Fenner.
Clifford Ray Seale
January 19, 2018
Mr. Clifford Ray Seale, 73, passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at his residence in Wawbeek, Alabama.
Mr. Seale was a native of Wallace, AL and resided in Wawbeek, AL for most of his life. He was a member of the Canoe Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, Wiley & Marguerite Seale and sisters, Lucille Butt and Mary McClain.
Survivors include his three brothers, Lee Verne Seale of Atmore, AL, Murlon (Margaret) Seale of Atmore, AL and Floyd (Bettye) Seale of Wawbeek, AL and four sisters, Nancy Nelson of Foley, AL, Dottie (Charles) West of Ozark, AL, Jessie (Muriel) Swindle of Wawbeek, AL and Lois (Loyd) Creamer of Byrneville, FL.
Funeral services will be Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 1:00 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Bro. Johnny Foxx and Bro. Sonny Steele officiating.
Burial will follow at the Sardis Baptist Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be Saturday, January 20, 2018 from 12 Noon until service time at 1:00 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Stacy Seale, Christopher Seale, Tracy McClain, Kenneth McClain, Edward Wilson and Dudley Wilson.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Charles West, Willie McClain and Mike Smith.
Ollie James Strength
January 19, 2018
Ollie James Strength, 96 of Atmore, AL. passed away on January 14, 2018 in Atmore. He was born on March 9th 1921 to the late Cary Merritt and Mary Ellen Hall Strength in Atmore, AL. He served in the United States Army during WWII, Korean War and later retired from the Army National Guard. He was a member of the American Legion and Veteran of Foreign Wars. He also served with the Atmore Police Department Auxiliary and was retired from St. Regis Paper Company. He was married to the late Allie Belle King Strength on February 6, 1942. His parents, his wife and brother Leon Strength precede him in death.
Survivors are: One Daughter, Ollie Jean Strength of Atmore, Al. and a Host of Nieces, Nephews, Family and Friends
Services will be Wednesday January 17, 2018 at 2:00PM at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Robert Heard officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery. Active Pallbearers are, Russell Braswell, James Braswell, Don Moye, Jed Dukes, Rodney Ball and Timothy Ball.
Family will receive friends, Wednesday January 17, 2018 at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home from 1 PM until service time at 2 PM.
James Ryan Pitsenbarger
January 19, 2018
On January 12, 2018, my precious son, James Ryan Pitsenbarger, 24 years old, went to be with the Lord. Mr. Pitsenbarger was born in Harrisonburg, VA on August 27, 1993. He graduated with Honors from West Florida High School of Advanced Technology in 2011. He was a member of the EMT program, National Honor Society, Student Government and Health Occupation Students of America. He attended Pensacola State College working towards an Associate of Science degree.
Mr. Pitsenbarger is survived by his mother, Robin Elizabeth Pitsenbarger; brother, Daniel Logan Pitsenbarger of Pensacola; sister, Margie Lynn (Craig) Morgan of Chattanooga, TN; multiple aunts, uncles and cousins.
He is predeceased by his father, James (Jay) Luther Pitsenbarger III from Sugar Grove, WV.
Jamie was a kind and gentle soul whose smile could light up the world. He loved cold weather, retro gaming, sushi, classical music and reading. He enjoyed learning more than anything and loved playing classical piano.
Jamie died because of his addiction. His addiction was not who he was but what he had. No one plans to be an addict. Like so many, he believed the lies that heroin told about being accepted, being worthy, being loved. Instead, heroin took everything from Jamie, his home, his friends, his future and ultimately his life. The pain of his death is intolerable and that’s why his story needs to be told.
For a time Jamie was lost, but he has now found healing in his eternal home. He leaves behind many memories to be cherished by his family and friends.
Visitation will be held at Pine Summit Baptist Church on Thursday, January 18th from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. His Celebration of Life will be at Pine Summit on Friday, January 19th at 1:00 PM with Pastor Donnie Petersen officiating. Please join us to honor his memory.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jamie’s memory to First Baptist Church of Ensley, Women and Children’s Cold Weather Shelter, 50 West Johnson Ave. Pensacola, FL 32534.
The family thanks the many friends who have demonstrated their love and support through this heartbreaking time.
Robert (Bobby) Wayne Henderson
January 18, 2018
Robert (Bobby) Wayne Henderson passed away peacefully on January 17, 2018. He was born on May 26, 1937 in Kynesville, Florida to William (Bill) Maxwell and Ruth Inez Henderson. He moved at an early age to Pensacola, Florida.
Bobby (Wayne) was preceded in death by his loving wife of 43 years, Shirley Harrelson Henderson. He is survived by his daughter Susan (Tony) Allender and his son Chris (Laurie) Henderson; his grandchildren: Travis (Megan) Allender and Kristen (Josh) Huss; his sisters Patricia Harrelson (Warren) Jernigan and Maxine Livingston (George) Sawyer and his brother Johnnie (Joyce) Henderson and a large extended family of nieces and nephews and close friends.
He retired from with Reichold Chemicals where he worked as an electrical instrument mechanic.
Bobby (Wayne) was a member of East Hill Baptist Church and attended Olive Baptist church.
He loved spending time with his family and friends. He spent his life playing and coaching baseball and softball. He loved hunting and working with wood. He loved helping others.
We will celebrate Bobby’s (Wayne) life during visitation which will be held at Bayview Funeral Home, Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 10:00 am. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to your local church or favorite charity.
John T. Johnson
January 17, 2018
John T. Johnson, 65, of Century, Florida passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2018.
Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 20, 2018, at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 9301 Academy Street, Century, FL, with Glenn Johnson officiating.