William Harold Allen
November 23, 2017
William Harold Allen, age 72, passed away at his home in Atmore, Alabama on November 20, 2017, surrounded by his loved ones, after a long battle with cancer.
He was born on March 2, 1945 to Grady C (Doc) Allen and Gladys E (Woods) Allen in Atmore, Alabama. He was a lifelong resident of Atmore, Alabama and in 1972 opened a small mobile home dealership on the north side of town. He expanded this to include 4 different locations in South Alabama. Harold Allen Mobile Homes became a household name and chances are if you or someone you knew lived in a manufactured home, it probably was purchased on one of his lots. He was always proud of his business and the hard work put forth by his employees. In 1996, he sold almost 800 houses and employed more than 30 people. His children followed in his footsteps and all entered the manufactured home industry. He was a pillar of the community and was constantly helping those in need. His family was always his top priority and he loved spending time with them. He was an animal lover till the end and loved having his “fur babies” close by.
He is survived by his loving wife of twenty years, Janet Katherine (Styron) Allen, two sons William Marcus Allen (Amalia) of Knoxville, TN, Ethan Harold Allen (Paula) of Atmore, Alabama, one daughter Victoria Ann Allen Black (Josh) of Atmore, Alabama, two step-sons, Brandon Sells (Melissa) Atmore, Alabama, Jacob Sells of Atmore, Alabama, one step-daughter, Janet Welch of Atmore, Alabama, three half-sisters, Marie James of Mobile, Alabama, Louise Harrell of Mobile, Alabama, Linda Wingyard of Jackson, Alabama, two half-brothers, Steve Petrantis of Mobile, Alabama, Mike Burns of Mobile, Alabama, 22 grand- children, 13 great grand- children, a large extended family and countless friends.
The wake will be Friday, November 24, 2017 from 5:00 till 8:00 at Johnson- Quimby funeral home, with family visitation beginning at 4:00 p.m. Funeral service will be Saturday, November 25, 2017 at 11:00 am at Johnson-Quimby Funeral home with burial immediately following at Mothershed Cemetery.
All family and friends are urged to attend.
**And remember friends, Harold Allen knew mobile homes and you knew Harold Allen
Leon Taylor
November 22, 2017
Mr. Leon Taylor, 74, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2017 in Atmore, Alabama.
Mr. Taylor was a native of Mexia, AL, was a resident of Atmore and Greenville, AL since 1958 and has resided in Atmore, AL for the past 13 years. He retired from Southern Sand & Gravel in Greenville, AL as an equipment operator and was the Co Owner of the Anchor Café. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ed & Hattie Taylor; three brothers, Jimmy Ray Taylor, Roy Taylor and Ricky Taylor and one sister, Nan Taylor Nelson.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Moye Taylor of Atmore, AL; two daughters, Rebecca (B.J.) Hopper of Atmore, AL and Frances (Floyd) Burkett of Atmore, AL; one step-son, Arnold Jarrell of Damascus, AL; five brothers, Larry (Barbara) Taylor of Dayton, TX, Dwaine (Betty) Taylor of Fulton, MS, James Taylor of Atmore, AL, Richard (Renee) Taylor of Atmore, AL and Terry (Mary Lynn) Taylor of Hearne, TX; four sisters, Margaret (Bert) Colbert of Uriah, AL, Debbie King of Bay Minette, AL, Elizabeth (Jim) Chandler of Daphne, AL and Delila (Henry) Haire of Jay, FL; four grandchildren, Amy, Ginger, Daniel and Tyler; six great grandchildren, Hannah, Ainsley, Zoey, Zack, Zaylee and Josh and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Saturday, November 25, 2017 at 10:00 AM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Rickey Tedder officiating.
Burial will follow at the Oak Hill Cemetery.
Visitation will be Friday, November 24, 2017 from 6 to 9 PM at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC is in charge of all arrangements in Atmore, Alabama.
Clyde Lee Parazine
November 17, 2017
Clyde Lee Parazine, 82, of Pensacola, died Sunday, November 12, 2017, in his home with his loving family by his side.
Mr. Parazine was born April 25, 1935 in Pensacola to Charles Herman and Ruby Pauline Parazine. Clyde grew up in Pensacola, where he attended local schools. He graduated from Pensacola High School in 1953, where he played baseball. Mr. Parazine served proudly in the United State Marine Corps from 1953 to 1961. He married the love of his life, Joyce Harris, on November 2, 1957. After his military service, he worked at May Supply then spent 25 years at Chas. A. Born. In 1985 he became part owner of Plumbing and Mechanical Supply and retired in 2000. Clyde was a faithful member at Olive Baptist church for over 70 years, where he served in many capacities. He was a Deacon, Sunday school teacher, served on various committees and was church treasurer for many years. Even in retirement and failing health, he looked forward to going to the church to sign checks and taking everyone candy. He enjoyed working with the children’s choir and singing in the adult choir. Clyde also enjoyed directing music at various churches in the area. Clyde enjoyed playing baseball, softball and was an avid golfer. He loved spending time with his grandchildren on the ballfield and golf course. A family tradition was going to the mountains at Thanksgiving with the whole family. Clyde also served on the board of the Northwest Florida Blood Center. He donated 33 gallons over 50 years. In 2011, he attended the America’s Blood Center Awards of Excellence where he received the national Larry Frederick Award given in recognition for community leadership in raising awareness of the need for blood donations.
Mr. Parazine is preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Ruby Parazine and his brother, Hal Parazine.
He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Joyce; daughter, Vicki (Chris) Golightly of Pensacola; son, Randy (Sandie) Parazine of Pace; grandson, Brett (Carolyn) Golightly of Bettendorf, IA; granddaughter, Kristen Golightly of Meridian, MS; grandson, Ryan (Kayla) Parazine and their children, Truett and Ann Clayton of Mobile, AL; brother, Charles (Buddy) (Gay) Parazine of Pensacola; sister-in- law, Carla Parazine of Bald Knob, AR; brother-in- law, Pete (Betty) Harris of Pensacola and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 15, 2017, at Olive Baptist Church with Dr. Jerry Passmore and grandsons, Brett Golightly and Ryan Parazine officiating.
Pallbearers were Brett Golightly, Ryan Parazine, Dr. Larry Morris, Dean Anderson, Johnny Newton and Paul Talley.
Honorary pallbearers will be the deacons of Olive Baptist Church.
The family would like to thank the staff of Emerald Coast Hospice especially Robin, Roxanne, and Danielle for the outstanding care they provided.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Building Fund or Ministry Village at Olive Baptist Church, 1836 E. Olive Road, Pensacola, FL 32514.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.
Clarence Arlies Kennedy
November 17, 2017
Clarence Arlies Kennedy (Jake The Snake), 69, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2017. He was born in Molino, FL and was a lifelong resident of Molino, except for the time he served in the US Army. He was of the Baptist faith. He was a master electrician by trade and loved to fish.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ollie M. and Lillie Mae Kennedy; and his brother, James Kennedy. He is survived by his loving wife, Shannon; son, Rodney Scott (Mat); four sisters, Ollie Mae (Charles) Freisinger, Betty Fay (Ed) Wooten, Alice Kennedy and Charlotte Seamon and two brothers; brothers-in-law, Ronnie Lambeth, Keith Lambeth and Michael Harrison, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Mike Freisinger, Donnie Nicholson, Nick Duncan, Chris Brown, Christopher Patterson and Zack Patterson.
Honorary pallbearers will be Steve Spink, Ricky Flowers, Andy Silcox and Eric Fillingim.
Funeral services were held at Highland Baptist Church, Thursday, November 16, 2017, with Reverend Brian Calhoun officiating.
Interment was at the church cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.
Barry Rogers
November 17, 2017
On November 11, 2017, Barry began his eternal life, reunited with his Heavenly Father. Barry passed away of a massive heart attack. He was born August 16, 1963, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to Clifton and Annette Rogers. He attended Ole Main High School in North Little Rock, Arkansas. He continued his education at Oral Roberts University and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Arkansas in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Barry and his wife Stacey moved to Pensacola, FL in 1990. Husband, father, Pop Pops, uncle, mentor, coach, and friend were just some of the many names used to describe him. Barry was a man who believed that memories were more valuable
than possessions. He cherished moments with family and friends over all else. Barry thrived when given a moment to offer encouragement to someone in need. His legacy of love, selflessness, compassion, leadership, and a humbled heart will live on through the lives of all the men and women he touched by just being the amazing Godly man that he was.
Barry’s greatest accomplishment in life was his amazing 31-year duet with his beautiful wife Stacey. If you spoke to Barry you would hear about his love for his beautiful bride, and the pride he had for his sons. He would tell you. “I’m not a wealthy man according to the world… but I am the richest man in the world just look at my wife and boys!”
He is preceded in death by his parents, Clifton and Annette Rogers.
He is survived by his wife, Stacey Rogers; sons, Jeramey Rogers (Tara), Brandon Rogers (Ella); and one grandson, Tanner (Tan Tan) Rogers.
Funeral services were held Friday, November 17, 2017, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.
Steven Charles Powell
November 17, 2017
Steven Charles Powell, Jr., 84, of Pensacola passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2017, at home with his wife of 57 years, Dianne, by his side. Born in Selma, Alabama on September 16, 1933, he lived and raised a family in Pensacola for over four decades.
Steve attended Marion Military Institute before enlisting in the Army. After completing his military service, he graduated from the University of Alabama. On campus he met his future wife at a Sigma Chi party after an Alabama football game. The couple lived for ten years in Canoga Park, California, where their three children were born. Mr. Powell worked in medical sales and relocated to Pensacola in 1974. He was a faithful member of the Gonzalez United Method Church for the remainder of his life. Golf, fishing and Alabama football were lifelong passions, providing him great joy (and on occasion, complete and utter despair). His devotion and pride in his family however were unwavering.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Dorothy Powell of Selma.
He is survived by his wife, Dianne Lindsey Powell (nee Johnson); son, Steven Charles Powell III and wife, Amanda of Cabot, Arkansas; daughter, Alyson Lindsey McCain and husband, Jon of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; daughter, Leigh Clare Kidd of Chantilly, Virginia; sister, Barbara Lesage of Arroyo Grande, California. Mr. Powell was also blessed with seven adoring grandchildren, Lindsey, Jacob, and Ian McCain; Cody and Dalton Kidd; Charlie and Cooper Powell. He also leaves behind many other beloved family and friends.
A memorial service will be held at Gonzalez United Methodist Church on Tuesday, November 21 at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Steve’s name to Gonzalez United Methodist Church.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.
James Thomas Anderson
November 17, 2017
James Thomas Anderson was born May 21, 1932. He loved spending his time on ham radio and enjoyed gardening of all sorts throughout his life time and enjoyed traveling around the world. James spent his younger years helping with his family as they grew up. He also joined the Army and was in it for 30 years and 28 days and helped protected us in the Korean War and Vietnam War while he served those many years. He received the Bronze Star Medal in the Republic of Vietnam during the period September 1, 1968 to July 21, 1969. He passed his love for life and freedom and travel on to his daughter Karen, son-in-law John, and grandchildren and great- grandchildren.
James was preceded in death by his parents; and daughter, Mary; and a great-grandchild.
He is survived by his wife, Hohomi; daughter, Karen; brother, Franklin; two sisters, Bonnie and Mamie; two granddaughters, Julie and Joanna; great-grandchildren and many loved nieces and nephews.
We would like to thank the loving staff of Vitas who helped us take care of him lovingly during his passing at home.
Funeral services were held Thursday, November 16, 2017, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.
Ronald Lee Yockey
November 17, 2017
Ronald Lee Yockey, 71, passed away in Sacred Heart Hospital, Tuesday, November 7, 2017.
Ron was born in Cincinnati, Ohio. He graduated from Williamsburg High School in Williamsburg, Ohio, and joined the United States Air Force. He served 22 years, with his last ten years being in Special Forces. Ron enjoyed movies, playing golf, and watching sports. He was a member of ECCGC Golf Club.
Ron is preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Ruth Yockey.
He is survived by his wife, Judith Yockey; his son, Jason (Marsha) Yockey; two grandchildren, Logan and Grant Yockey; his sister, Phyllis Cooke; his niece, Shelly Dale; his nephews, Todd Hutchinson and Bryan Miller; and numerous cousins and friends.
A memorial service was held Friday, November 17, 2017, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Reverend Joel Treick officiating.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.
Kenneth Wayne Lambeth
November 17, 2017
Mr. Kenneth “Kenny” Wayne Lambeth, 47, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2017, in Silverhill, Alabama.
Mr. Lambeth was a native of Atmore, AL and had resided in Pensacola, FL for most of his life. He attended the Pace Community Church. He is preceded in death by his step-father, R.D. Greene; maternal grandparents, Sidney and James Evans; maternal grandfather, Thomas Gallops; and paternal grandparents, Wilson Lambeth and Ethel Boutwell.
He is survived by his father, Kenneth Jackson “Jack” (Denise) Lambeth of Walnut Hill, FL; mother, Brenda Greene of Pensacola, FL; wife, Mary Ann Lambeth of Pensacola, FL; one son, Kenneth Jackson Lambeth of Pensacola, FL; two daughters, Heather Lambeth of Pensacola, FL and Kenzie Joyce Lambeth of Pensacola, FL; two step-daughters, Myriah Hale of Pensacola, FL and Alyssa Hale of Pensacola, FL; one brother, Tommy Lambeth of Pensacola, FL; two step-sisters, Tina (Scott) Francis of McDavid, FL and Regina (Steven) Ross of Atmore, AL; one grandchild, Jeremiah Lambeth; nephew, T.J. Lambeth of Pensacola, FL; cousin, Dan Denrell; very special friends, Jerry Blair and Mike Sundie; and numerous uncles, aunts, other relatives and many friends.
Funeral services will be Monday, November 20, 2017 at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Ron Christian officiating.
Burial will follow at the Pine Barren Cemetery.
Visitation will be Monday, November 20, 2017, from 1 p.m. until service time at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Jerry Blair, T.J. Lambeth, Tommy Lambeth, Scott Francis, Shane Osburn, Mike Sundie and Jeremiah Lambeth.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Charles Ray Nichols
November 17, 2017
Mr. Charles Ray “Cowboy” Nichols, 66, passed away Saturday, November 11, 2017, in Pensacola, Florida.
Mr. Nichols was a native of McDavid, FL and had resided in Flomaton, AL for the past 32 years. He was an over the road trucker and was of the United Pentecostal Faith. He is preceded in death by his father, Clifton Skinny Nichols; mother, Odell Nichols; two brothers, William Nichols and Alfred Nichols; and wife, Annette Simmons.
He is survived by three brothers, Lee Edward (Jean) Nichols of Flomaton, AL, J.W. (Mary) Nichols of McDavid, FL and David L. (Janice) Nichols of Wilmer, AL; very special stepson, Tommy (Amber) Simmons of Flomaton, AL; and three grandchildren, Jessie Simmons, Shea Nall and Toni Simmons.
Funeral services were held Thursday, November 16, 2017, at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Joe Eddie Macks officiating.
Burial was at the Byrneville Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Ron Tullis, Johnnie Joiner, Keith Moore, Buddy Wilson, Christopher Evan Nichols and John Richardson.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.