Paul Franklin Cascone
December 12, 2024
Paul Franklin Cascone, 73, passed away on December 8, 2024, after a long and valiant fight with cancer.
Paul was born in Pensacola Florida on October, 19, 1951 to Joseph Franklin and Betty Ruth (Shipman) Cascone.
He was baptized, confirmed, and was a childhood member of Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Pensacola.
Paul was educated in Pensacola, graduating from Escambia High School and Pensacola Junior College with a degree in drafting. He was employed with several area building contractors before securing his career at St. Regis Paper company, a.k.a. Champion International/International Paper. Paul was employed at IP, from 1977 until his retirement in 2017. He attained a supervisory position and also served in several union positions including President of his local union.
Paul loved the outdoors. In his teen years, he was an avid surfer after which he became a steadfast bass fisherman and deer hunter. He was quite the marksman both in archery and a variety of firearms. Rest assured, he was in his tree stand on opening day of hunting season annually. Paul also loved deep sea fishing. His dream of owning a large gulf worthy vessel came to fruition in recent years. He loved trolling the gulf for anything that would bite a hook. Paul was also an accomplished craftsman. He had his own shop, built his own boat house and was always improving/renovating his home or his children’s homes. There was always a project in the works.
Paul’s greatest accomplishment however, was his family. Paul and Cindy were married on November 28, 1974. Paul and Cindy raised three children whom he loved dearly. Their 50th wedding anniversary was celebrated with his family on Thanksgiving Day.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents Joe and Betty Cascone, and his beloved sister Betty Jo Etheridge.
He is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 50 years, Cindy.
He is also survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and Scott Enfinger of Prattville, AL, his son Joe of Pensacola, his son and daughter-in-law, Nick and Catherine of Pensacola. His grandchildren and the joy of his life, Ethan Enfinger of Prattville, AL, Dayton Cascone, Cooper Cascone, Olivia Cascone and Kaylee Cascone, all of Pensacola. First cousins Cathy Villar and Ed Villar of Pensacola whom Paul considered siblings, as well as countless friends and family who loved him dearly.
All guests are invited to join the family for lunch after the funeral in the reception hall at Faith Chapel North.
Entombment service will be held after the luncheon at Pensacola Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 7433 Pine Forest Road Pensacola, FL.
Pallbearers will be Bob Dunn, Lee Dunn, Ron Riley, Bryan Etheridge, Owen Pierce, and Joshua Hornsby.
Honorary pallbearers will be Dan Etheridge, Mickey Hornsby, Jody Villar, Robert Pappas, David Hargrave, and Steve Palmer.
Memorials may be made in Paul’s honor to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or American Cancer Society.
The family expresses heartfelt thanks to: Dr. Syed Jafri, staff, and Kristi, nurse navigator; Vitas Hospice home healthcare, all caregivers especially Kylie; and Vitas inpatient care.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10 a.m. Funeral service will follow at 11 a.m.
Marie Barlow Alston
December 12, 2024
Marie Barlow Alston, age 97, of Atmore, Alabama went to be with our Lord on the morning of December 9, 2024. Ms. Alston was born April 4, 1927, to Sam and Clara Bell Barlow. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She retired from Vanity Fair, loved Alabama football, Braves baseball, and was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Atmore.
Marie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Robert “Bob” Alston and son Jerry Alston (Debbie).
She is survived by her devoted children Larry Robert Alston (Dianne) and Sam Alston (Beth), her grandchildren Angie Huff, Crysti Alston, Christina Platt, Hayden Minshew, Angela Alston Brown and Jerry Bradford Alston, several great grandchildren and host of many other family members and friends who cared for her dearly.
Special thanks to Proveer at Port City, SAAD’s Hospice and Ms. Pauline Langham who was so special to her.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Atmore with Dr. Kevin Garrett and Bro. Burt Hendrix officiating.
Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers: Pat McAbe, Donnie Bray, Aden Miller, Kyle Huff, Tommy Deas, and Ricky Deas.
Visitation will be held Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 10 a.m. until service time at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Atmore.
June Denham Weaver
December 12, 2024
On Friday, December 6th, the Lord said, “Welcome Home” and June Denham Weaver met her Savior face to face. She was born August 3, 1933, to Charles and Nora Denham in Molino, Florida. Her father, wanting another boy, gave her the given name of Charles Debinard but she was lovingly known as June, Wife, Mama, Momma June, June Bug, Second Momma, Granny, Nanna, Sister, Aunt, and Friend to so many.
June went to Molino School and graduated from J. M. Tate High School. She met William Archie Weaver while she was working at Nicholson’s Grocery Store in Cantonment. When they decided to get married, she and W. A. eloped to Lucedale, Mississippi and were married on November 27, 1953.
She loved quilting, crocheting and needlepoint, and if there was a craft to be made, she could make it. Many have been blessed with beautiful, crocheted tablecloths, quilts, and other precious keepsakes. She loved to scrapbook, but the type from days gone by. She clipped newspaper articles, obituaries, national impact stories, local stories on weddings, farming, and anything that she thought was interesting. These clippings were then preserved in photo albums. A library of history she made. She was raised at Pugh’s Chapel Assembly of God Church and was a founding member of the Berean Bible Assembly later to become Victory Assembly of God Church. She taught children in Sunday School, Missionettes, and Vacation Bible School for over 40 years. She loved sharing about Jesus and teaching Bible stories with the felt boards of old.
Preceded in death is her husband W.A.; her son Jimmie and daughter-in-law, Debbie Weaver; her son-in-law, Jeff Crichton; her granddaughter, Carla Crichton; siblings, Gail (Alice) Denham, Bill (Pauline) Denham, Marie (Albert) Caro, Margariet (E.J.) Smith, Betty Denham; brother-in-law Lamar Patrick.
She is survived by her brother Jimmie Denham (Dawn); sister Mary Ann Patrick; daughter, Bobbie Crichton; son, Archie (Cheryl) Weaver; grandchildren, Eric Crichton, Meridith (Marshall) Caum, Lydia (Justin) Purvis, Haylee (Benjamin) Linam; great grandchildren, Cole Crichton, Carmen Garcia, Caroline Caum, and Charlotte Caum. Blessed by more grandchildren and great grandchildren at the time of Jimmie and Debbie’s marriage are Ashley (Michael) Rhodes, Wesley (Tiffany) McAnally; great grandchildren, Bradley, Bryan, Brystal, Brodie, Ethan, Delaney, and many nieces and nephews, as well as great nieces and nephews, many of whom thought of her as a second mother.
The family would like to say a special thank you to the ER staff, the doctors, nurses, and staff in CCU and on 6 North at HCA Florida West Hospital, as well as the nurses and staff of Vitas Hospice Care that cared for her like their own mother, especially Lexi and Ty that were so very caring in her final days. You are truly called to the mission that is before you and we are so touched by your loving care for both our mother and our family.
Homegoing services will be Thursday, December 12, at 2:30 p.m. at Highland Baptist Church with visitation at 1:30 p.m. Bro. Ken Johnson and Bro. Josh Helton will be officiating.
Graveside will follow at Highland Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Highland Baptist Church cemetery fund.
Pallbearers will be Michael Patrick, Jim Denham, Marshall Caum, Justin Purvis, Benjamin Linam, Cole Crichton, and Chuck Hendrix.
June Gayle Morgan
December 11, 2024
June Gayle Morgan, 85, of Pensacola, passed away Saturday, December 7th, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on November 17, 1939, in Whitehouse Forks, Alabama to Joel and Melvina Rider.
June was a full-time homemaker throughout her life as well as a part time employee of the Pensacola Auto Auction for nearly 20 years. She enjoyed bowling, camping and traveling with family and friends, shopping, and playing games such as cards and dominoes. June was known for, and will always be remembered by, her kindness, love, compassion, intelligence, wisdom, acceptance, and positivity.
Preceded in death are her loving husband, Charles Morgan; parents, Joel and Melvina Rider; brother, Randy Rider; and grandson, Shawn Thompson.
Left to cherish her memory are her loving daughters, Brenda Powell (Tommy) and Janet Jernigan (Johnny); grandsons, Jason Morgan (Natalie), Joey Carter, John Jernigan (Charley), granddaughter, Joell Jernigan (Katie); great grandchildren, Triston, Laela, Conner, Lindsie, Mason, Caleb, Dakoda, Isaac, Jaxson, Jace, Shawn, Christopher, Bryson, Maddox, Noah, Sophia; great-great grandchildren, Jayden, Maddalynn, Abbigayle, Aleyna; and sister, Jody Putnum. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, great friend, and a light in many lives.
The family will receive friends at 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 13, 2024, at Pensacola Memorial Gardens Funeral Home until services begin at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Fred Stallworth officiating.
Interment will follow at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
Pallbearers will be Jason Morgan, Joey Carter, John Jernigan, Johnny Jernigan, Conner Morgan, and Caleb Carter.
Pamela Goss Watts
December 11, 2024
Pamela Goss Watts passed away December 8, 2024. She was born September 27,1947, in Pensacola Florida.
Pamela graduated from Escambia High School in1965.
Pamela was a pre-school teacher for many years and ended her career as a teacher’s aide at Hellen Caro Elementary, the school named after her Aunt Hellen.
Pamela enjoyed gardening, playing the piano, writing, genealogy and crafting.
Pamela is preceded in death by her husband William (Billy) Watts Sr., parents Horatio and Wilma Goss, and her son-in-law Russell Bracken.
She is survived by her children Beau Watts (Donna), Samantha Bracken, and Robyn Prather (Joel), six grandchildren Courtney, Blain, Krysten, Olivia, Breanna and Jenna, and three great grandchildren, Brantley, Cadem and Dalton.
Visitation will be Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Pensacola Memorial Gardens at 7433 Pine Forest Road from 8:30-10 a.m. The service will follow from 10-11 a.m.
Carolyn Marie Walston
December 8, 2024
Carolyn Marie Walston, age 69, of Bratt, FL, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Ascension Sacred Heart hospital.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd Corder and Marie Collins and daughter, Tonya Parr.
She is survived by one son, Tadd Corder (Kendra), and five grandchildren: Trinity Corder, Eve Corder, London Corder, Cade Parr, and Zachary Cash.
She was divorced, but her former husband, Paul Walston, had continued to be her primary care giver. Paul will always be regarded as the father of Carolyn’s son Tadd, and the grandfather of Tadd and Kendra’s children.
The family would like to recognize the first responders who helped get Carol to the hospital and the staff at Ascension Sacred Heart for their service and care, especially the nurses. We also extend our gratitude to all of the people who have already visited us or called us, to those who are praying for us, and to those who have shared food and other gifts with us. You have helped us so much.
Tadd and Kendra would like to thank Paul’s children, Allen Walston and Deborah Arrington (David), along with Paul’s grandchildren Austin, Madison, and Logan for their love and support at this difficult time and throughout all the years that we have known each other.
Graveside services were held Sunday, December 8, 2024, at Godwin Cemetery in Bratt, FL with Bro. Tadd Corder and Bro. Brad Sullivan officiating.
Interment was in Godwin Cemetery.
Annie Kathryn Drew
December 7, 2024
Annie Kathryn Drew, age 75, of Atmore, AL passed away on December 4, 2024, at her residence. She was born on August 17, 1949, in Atmore, AL to Bede and Annie Singleton Conway. Kathryn was a member of Unity Baptist Church. She retired from Vanity Fair Corporation. Kathryn enjoyed quilting and crocheting in her spare time. She also loved working in her flower beds.
Kathryn is preceded in death by her parents; her son, Frankie Lee Drew; six brothers and six sisters.
Kathryn is survived by her husband of 56 years, Ralph Drew; her daughters, Tammy Drew of Atmore, AL and Kim (Darby) Peavy of Atmore, AL; two granddaughters, Lauren Ikner and Anna Kathryn Peavy, and her great granddaughter, Lilly Kate Ikner.
Funeral services were held Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Andy Boutwell officiating.
Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Casey Freeman, Bradley Freeman, Scott Lee, Chris Grimsley, David Zigler, and Larry Gross.
Woodroe Ivey Neese
December 6, 2024
Woodroe Ivey Neese, 88 of Cantonment, Florida passed away on Tuesday December 3, 2024, at home surrounded by his family.
He was born February 11, 1936, in Brewton Alabama. He graduated from Flomaton High School in 1955. He met his wife, Annis, when she was twelve and he was fifteen. They were married on June 10, 1956, at Halls Creek Baptist Church. They moved to Pensacola, Florida where he and Seldon Pierce started Walnut Avenue Baptist Church. Together Woodroe and Annis raised their four children, Tony, Don, Mike, and Carol. Woodroe worked at Western Auto, Pensacola Hardware, NAS, and American Cyanamid. After he retired from Cyanamid, he started Neese Auto Salvage in 1980, where he discovered his passion for running the wrecker service for the FHP. His adventurous spirit led him to many hobbies such as piloting his Cessna, taking fishing excursions in the Guppy, and hunting.
Woodroe was a faithful member of Grace Valley Baptist Church.
He is proceeded in death by his son Tony, his parents, Ivy and Ola Neese, and his sister, Patricia Neese.
He is survived by his wife, Annis Neese, brother Joe (Mickey) Neese, two sons Don (Tina) Neese, Mike (Tracee) Neese and one daughter, Carol (Jamie) Parker.
Six grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
The family would like to thank Emerald Coast Hospice and a special thank you to Evelyn for the care given over the past 6 months.
Visitation will be held Monday December 9, 2024, 10am-11am with service immediately following at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
Kaleb Chandler Robinson
December 6, 2024
Kaleb Chandler Robinson, a shining light to all who knew him, passed away unexpectedly on December 2, 2024, at the age of 20. Born on February 24, 2004, in Pensacola, FL, Kaleb grew up in Cantonment, FL, surrounded by the love of a large and devoted family. His heart was as big as his dreams, and his presence left an indelible mark on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Kaleb’s life was defined by his passion for helping others. As a patient care technician at Sacred Heart Hospital, he dedicated himself to providing care, comfort, and compassion to those in need. His gentle demeanor and tireless work ethic made him a cherished colleague and a beacon of hope to patients and families. Kaleb was also pursuing a nursing degree at Pensacola State College, a testament to his dedication to making the world a better place, one patient at a time.
When he wasn’t caring for others, Kaleb could often be found with a fishing rod in hand, finding peace and joy on the water. He had an innate love for cars and motorcycles, always tinkering to make something old new again. Many will fondly remember him from his job at O’Reilly Auto Parts, where he was quick with car advice and even quicker to suggest adding a supercharger or a shot of NOS to your family minivan, just for fun. He also loved working out, building both strength and a sense of community at the gym. Kaleb’s zest for life was infectious, and his passions brought people together, creating memories that will be cherished forever.
Kaleb’s family was his anchor and greatest pride. He is survived by his loving father, William Robinson, and stepmother, Rebecca; his cherished mother, Kristin Mendoza, and stepfather, Fernando; his primary caregivers, Felicia and Will Knehr; and his beloved siblings, Hayli Robinson, Allan Knehr, Nathan Knehr, Dayton Mendoza, Shawn Knehr, Lucas Knehr, Maleah Robinson, and Remy Chandler. He will forever be remembered by his devoted grandparents, Tricia Chandler, Linda Robinson, Allan and Gwen Knehr. He was preceded by his grandfathers, William Robinson Sr. and Dionel Barry Chandler. Kaleb’s love and devotion to his family, especially to the younger generations, left a lasting legacy of kindness and warmth.
Kaleb’s ability to connect with people was a gift. His smile could light up a room; his quick wit and contagious sense of humor could brighten the darkest days and soften the hardest hearts. He had a remarkable curiosity about the world, often engaging anyone in conversation, whether a close friend, a stranger, or the cashier at a gas station. Kaleb had a knack for asking a million questions about anything and everything, leaving people both charmed and occasionally out of breath, trying to keep up with his endless thirst for knowledge. His curious nature and genuine interest in others made him unforgettable. Kaleb had the rare ability to make friends wherever he went, though his time with us was far too short; the memories of his love, kindness, and determination will live on in the hearts of those he leaves behind.
The Robinson and Knehr families invite all who knew and loved Kaleb to join them in celebrating his life. A service to honor Kaleb will be held at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North on Saturday, December 14th, 2024, at 3:00 PM.
Rest easy, Kaleb. You were deeply loved, and you will be profoundly missed. Your kindness, strength, and love will forever guide us.
Kimberly Dean McGhee Kelly
December 4, 2024
Kimberly Dean McGhee Kelly left this earth for her heavenly home December 3, 2024.
Born in Enterprise, Alabama October 6, 1967, she started singing in church at a very young age. She and her husband Terry married in 1987 and continued in music ministry until 2013. She enjoyed the beach, fishing, singing, playing guitar, bass, and drums, and helping her husband in their furniture store.
She is preceded in death by her mother Grace Narvell McGhee and her sister, Jacquelyn Gaylor.
She is survived by her husband Terry Kelly, father Rev. Ronald McGhee Sr of Scranage, brothers Ron McGhee Jr. and James (Joanne) McGhee of Dothan, sister Rhonda (Richard) Daniels of Atmore and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will take place at Petty Funeral Home Wednesday December 11 from 10am-11am. Memorial service will take place at Petty Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 11 at 11am with Rev. Otis Thames officiating. In lieu of flowers, please give to Giddeon’s International, Sav-a-Life in Atmore, Atmore Christian Care, or a charity of your choice. Help people. Kimberly always did her best to help anyone who was in need or needed comfort.