William Riley Smith
April 6, 2017
Mr. William Riley Smith, age 95, of Flomaton, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, April 4, 2017, in a local hospital after a brief illness. He was a native and lifelong resident of Escambia County, Alabama. Mr. Smith attended the Brewton Kingdom Hall. He was a retired crane operator and switch engine operator from T.R. Miller Mill with 37 years of service, and he enjoyed hunting and gardening.
Survivors include his wife, Frances Byrd Smith of Flomaton, Alabama; two sons, James Smith of Brewton, Alabama and David (Leigh) Smith of Flomaton, Alabama; two brothers, Jesse Smith of Bay Minette, Alabama and Edward Smith of Mobile, Alabama; three sisters, Lillie Entrekin of Brewton, Alabama, Edith Watson of Tennessee and Hazel Lacosts of Century; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
He is preceded in death by his parents, B.D. and Ella Laster Smith; two sons, William Smith and Elvin Smith; and daughter-in-law, Doris J. Smith.
Visitation will be held Friday, April 7, 2017, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Williams Memorial Chapel Funeral Home in Brewton, Alabama.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 8, 2017, at 11 a.m. at Williams Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Minister Harvey Ellis officiating.
Interment will follow in Catawba Springs Cemetery in Brewton, Alabama.
Williams Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Brewton is directing.
Una Helen Milstead Haddock
April 5, 2017
Una Helen Milstead Haddock, 78 of Oak Grove, FL, passed away, Friday March 31, 2017, at her residence. She was retired from Vanity Fair Mills as a work distributor. She was born in Pensacola, FL on November 2, 1938, to the late Lawrence Hilton and Lillie Bell Ziglar Milstead. She was a member of the Oak Grove Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Helton Haddock; two brothers, Lawrence Milstead, Jr. and Howard Ray Milstead; and one sister, Frances Hanks.
Survivors include two daughters, Gina Haddock and Linda Haddock (Larry) Johnson, all of Oak Grove, FL; two sisters, Mary Yvonne Coon of Oak Grove, FL and JoAnn (Butch) White of Tallahassee, FL; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
Services were held Tuesday, April 4, 2017, at the Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Butch Brown officiating.
Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Travis Johnson, Cody Burroughs, Will Perkins, Richard Caum, Michael Hanks and Edward Godwin.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home, Inc., is in charge of all arrangements.
Ashley Nicole McCullough
April 2, 2017
Ashley Nicole McCullough joined her Lord and Savior in Heaven on March 28, 2017. She was born in Milton, Florida on April 3, 1985, to Richard and Evelyn Pope. Ashley spent most of her life in Jay, and graduated from Jay High School in 2003. She met her soul mate, Brett, in 2008 and they joined their hands in marriage on June 9, 2012.
Ashley is survived by the lights of her life, her husband, Brett McCullough, and their daughter, Taylor. She is also survived by her father and mother, Richard and Evelyn Pope; her sister, Stephanie English (Richard); her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Richard and Lisa McCullough; her sisters-in-law, Kristin Rutherford (Kendall) and Kimberly McCullough; and her nieces and nephews, Shelby, Ryan, Xander, Madalyn, and Paisley. She is also survived by numerous other family members and friends, many of whom were like family to her.
Ashley was a selfless woman of faith who dedicated her days to helping those around her, always ensuring her smile lit the way. Ashley’s beautiful life will be honored and celebrated at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Visitation will take place on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Funeral services will be on Wednesday, April 5, 2017, at 10 a.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Interment will immediately follow at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Go Fund Me account (“McCullough Family Memorial Fund”) which has been created in order to provide funding for the health, education, and well-being of Ashley and Brett’s daughter.
Family and friends extend their deepest gratitude for the overwhelming support, prayers, and love from the Tate High School Baseball Program and Boosters; Ashley’s employer, PR Chemical & Paper Supply Company; and surrounding community.
William Eugene McKinley
April 2, 2017
Mr. William Eugene McKinley, 42, passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2017, in Perdido, Alabama.
Mr. McKinley was a native and lifelong resident of Perdido, AL. He is preceded in death by his parents, Edgar and Dorothy McKinley.
He is survived by his step-mother, Gladys Etheridge of Perdido, AL; one step-brother, William Etheridge of Castleberry, AL; four step-sisters, Jennie Etheridge of Castleberry, AL, Marie Etheridge of Perdido, AL, Virginia Meeks of Key West, FL and Elziabeth Norwood of Atmore, AL; one aunt, Dorothy Hubbard of Perdido, AL and one uncle, Harvey McKinley of Perdido, AL.
Funeral services will be Monday, April 3, 2017, at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Sis. Helen Stewart officiating.
Burial will follow at the Dean Cemetery.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements, Atmore, Alabama.
Elizabeth G. Smith
April 1, 2017
Elizabeth G. Smith, age 67 of Jay, FL, passed away March 28, 2017, at home surrounded by her family.
She was born November 17, 1949, in Bonifay, FL to Grady Gillis and Ruth Henderson. She grew up in Westville, FL, eventually moving to Flomaton, AL. While living in Flomaton she met the love of her life, Tommie. They built their home in Tommie’s hometown of Jay and have lived there for the past 39 years.
She worked for Vanity Fair for 17 years before becoming a homemaker taking care of her family. She loved cooking, sewing, crafting, gardening and traveling to the Smokey Mountains. But the one thing she enjoyed the most was spoiling her grandchildren. She was a caring and giving woman. She took care of others often before taking care of herself. If you knew “Ms. Liz”, you loved her. We will all miss her tremendously but we are grateful that she is no longer in pain and is able to wrap her arms around her beloved son, Joel again.
She is preceded in death by her father, Grady Gillis; son, Joel Smith; grandparents, John Angus and Inez Gillis and George and Catherine Stafford; mother and father-in-law, Hubert and Leila Smith; special aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Tommie; her daughter and son-in-law, Mickie and Andre Jasquith; mother, Ruth Henderson; sisters, Carolyn (Fred) Lowery, Debra (TJ) Reutzel; brothers, Dale (Mary) Gillis and David (Donna) Gillis; daughter-in-law, Sandy Smith; sister-in-law, Janet Smith and brother-in-law, Dawson Smith; grandchildren, Austin Zoulek, Alex Jasquith, Jarrett Smith, Beth Smith, Eldon Smith and Shane (Jessica) Cody; five great-grandchildren and many special nieces, nephews and cousins; special uncle, Jim (Nancy) Gillis and aunt, Gracie Howes.
Funeral services were held Saturday, April 1, 2017, at Jay Funeral Home.
Burial was held at Cora Baptist Church.
Pallbearers were her newphews Kevin Smith, Allen Lowery, Bobby Lowery, Tommy Ray Gillis, Caleb Gillis, Chris Gillis and Jeff Sloan.
Honorary pallbearers were Dan Langham, Milton Lowery, Harry Miller, Buddy Nims, Mike Rowell and Lee Langham.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the nurses of Emerald Coast Hospice, Dr. Owera and mom’s special infusion nurses at Brewton Hospital, Jackie, Natalie and Daisy.
Vera Thompson
April 1, 2017
Vera Thompson, 88, of Pensacola, FL passed away Saturday, March 25, 2017. Mrs. Thompson retired from Walmart after 20 years of service. She was also an avid fisherman.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Edward Thompson and her son, Stephen Thompson.
She is survived by two sons, Gary (Susan) Thompson and Tommy (Vicki) Thompson; two daughters, Nancy (Tim) Wheeler and Jeannie (Daniel) Harman; 10 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Friday, March 31, 2017, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Pastor Steve Zepp officiating.
Interment was at Barrancas National Cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.
Georgette H. Chivington
April 1, 2017
Georgette H. Chivington, beloved Mom and Nana, passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2017, in her home. Georgette was born in New York City, NY on May 28, 1934. She was a member of the LAFRA branch 22, the Elks Lodge BPOE #2108, and was a volunteer at the Sacred Heart Children’s Cancer Center. Georgette was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved being involved in her children and grandchildren’s lives. Her focus was her family, and she always helped in any way she could. Her loyalty to her family surpassed anything; their well-being was her sole concern.
From her drive-bys of her kids’ houses to just to check up on them, to acting like one of the grandkids at the restaurant with dancing and laughing, to her stories that ended on a completely different topic that they started on, to having a full fridge every time for her kids and grandkids, to her candy jars if you knew where to look, to simply wanting to lie and watch television with her family, Georgette’s life is filled with sweet and funny memories to those closest to her.
In general, she loved helping and understanding children, shown by her volunteer work in the Sacred Heart Children’s Cancer Center. Her thoughtfulness and time spent with children, her own included, was beyond the usual care. She was a genuine person to be around with her questions and conversations.
Facing a handicap early in life, Georgette never let it determine what she couldn’t do. She accomplished more than most people. She was a determined, full-of-life woman who made sure her family was looked after and well cared for, but that she also contributed to our community.
She was proceeded in death by her husband, Mohler E. Chivington, her father, Ernest T. Swain, her mother, Florence M. Swain, and numerous siblings.
She is survived by her son, John Chivington, her daughter-in-law, Felecia Chivington, her daughter, Florence Chivington, her grandchildren – Andrew Stoker, Madeline Chivington, John Chivington, Jr., Mollire Chivington, her sister, Patricia Lopilato, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, April 3, 2017 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Reverend Father Eugene Casserly as celebrant. Burial will follow services in Barrancas National Cemetery, NAS Pensacola, FL.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 2, 2017 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will be Scott Lunsford, Craig Bowne, Duke Hinchee, Rodney Brackens and Paul Ham.
Raymond Jepp Freeman, Jr.
March 29, 2017
Raymond Jepp Freeman, Jr., 57, of Theodore, AL passed away Wednesday, March 22, 2017. He was born October 27, 1959, at Mobile Infirmary to Faye Joiner and Raymond Freeman, Sr. He graduated from Theodore High School, in Theodore, AL. Raymond was a die hard NASCAR fan, Tony Stewart and was an Auburn Fan. He lived life to the fullest and was thelife of the party. If you met him, you would never forget him.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Patricia “Faye” Joiner and his father, Raymond Jepp Freeman, Sr.
He is survived by his daughters, Heather (Jackson) Fowler of Milton, FL, Tara Blakley (fiancé, Jeramey Rogers) of Pensacola, FL and Trisha Freeman (fiancé, Nick Cotto) of Milton FL; brothers, Chris Freeman of Mobile, AL and Mark Freeman of Meridian, MS; sister, Tammy Kelly of Meridian, MS; brother, William “Len” Fleming of Meridian, MS; grandchildren, Chloe Rayne Fowler, Jackson Fowler IV and Tanner Rogers; and many cousins, uncles, aunts nieces and nephews.
The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who have contributed funds to his daughters to help with the funeral expenses.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 28, 2017, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Pastor Don Turbervbille officiating.
Interment was at Serenity Gardens.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.
Joyce Byars Etheridge
March 27, 2017
Mrs. Joyce Bryars Etheridge, 77, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2017, in Atmore, Alabama.
Mrs. Etheridge was a native of Perdido, AL and had resided in Atmore, AL since 1973. She attended the Splinter Hill Holiness Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is preceded in death by her parents, Carlton and Ernestine Bryars; first husband, Frank Stewart Jr.; brother, Terry Bryars; and son-in-law, James Snure.
She is survived by her husband, Billy C. Etheridge of Atmore, AL; one son, Donnie (Sandra) Stewart of Atmore, AL; two daughters, Fonda Snure of Milton, FL and Rochel (Keith) Martin of Atmore, AL; two brothers, Larry (Carolyn) Bryars of Perdido, AL and Larson (Margaret) Bryars of Perdido; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, March 28, 2017, at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Angelo Thomley and Rev. Chris Pruitt officiating.
Burial was at Oak Hill Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Keith Martin, Jonathan Rolin, Cody Black, Rodney McGhee, Marty Hadley and Michael Hadley.
Honorary pallbearers were Larry Bryars and Larson Bryars.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Andrew Jackson Beck
March 25, 2017
Andrew Jackson “Jack” Beck, 78 of Davisville, FL passed away Wednesday, March 22, 2017, in Atmore, AL. He was born in Davisville, FL on October 26, 1938, to the late Andrew Franklin and Mable Marie Dove Beck.
He was a retired First Sergeant with the Army National Guard (Company A 711 Signal Battalion). He was a barber for many years, and started at the OK Barber Shop and then later worked part time at Elite Barber Shop. He was a Past Master of Carney Lodge and a Mason for 50 years.
Survivors include his wife, Sue Amos Beck of Century, FL; one sister, Opal Beck Rider of Wild Fork, AL; nephew and niece, Rusty Rider and Suzzane Mathis.
Services were held Sunday, March 26, 2017, at the First United Method Church of Atmore, with Dr. Debra Bishop officiating.
Interment was in Pine Barren Cemetery with full Military Honors.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.