N.L. “Swede” Danielson
December 10, 2016
N. L. “Swede” Danielson, 94, co-founder of Faith Chapel Funeral Home, passed away peacefully on Thursday December 8, 2016, with his family at his side.
Swede was born in Lindsborg, Kansas on June 28, 1922, to the late Delbert and Mildred Lagerstrom Danielson. Swede was a U. S. Navy veteran who honorably served his country in World War II. He was stationed at Whiting Field and Okinawa, Japan. While in Pensacola, he met and married, Myrtle Davis, of Brewton, Alabama, and together they moved to Kansas.
Swede’s love for the funeral business started at age 14 while working with his uncle, Arvid Danielson. Upon returning to Kansas he completed mortuary college at Kansas City College of Mortuary Science in 1949 and worked again with his uncle. Swede and Myrtle returned to Pensacola in 1950 with their first son (Ray) and he went to work at Fisher Pou Funeral Home with the ultimate dream of one day owning his own funeral home.
Swede worked five jobs at one time and fathered two more children with Myrtle (Beverly and Lamar) while working to fulfill his dream. He was a painter, monument salesman, gravedigger, and ambulance driver all while working at his job at the funeral home. In 1964 his dream came true after meeting the late Tommy Smith and in 1965 they partnered and opened Faith Chapel Funeral Home on Beverly Parkway.
He surpassed his dream by opening the second Faith Chapel Funeral Home location in December 1999, and an onsite crematory in 2009, both located in Cantonment, FL. Swede formally retired in 2012 and was the oldest active funeral director in the State of Florida. Swede loved what he did and was dedicated to serving the whole community, making this the foundation of Faith Chapel Funeral Homes. In following his calling, he was a living example of Galatians 5:13, “but through love serve one another.”
He was preceded in death by his devoted wife of 67 years, Myrtle; his son, Lamar; and his parents.
Swede is survived by his two children, Ray and his wife Theresa, and Beverly Milsted and her husband David; daughter-in-law, Micah Danielson; 10 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and three great-great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Louise Davis; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Dr. Jerry Passmore officiating and Dr. Ted Traylor assisting.
The family will receive friends at 10:30 a.m. prior to services.
Burial will follow the funeral service at Bayview Memorial Park Cemetery in Pensacola, FL where he will be laid to rest beside Myrtle.
Active pallbearers will be Swede’s grandsons.
Honorary pallbearers will be past and present employees of Faith Chapel Funeral Home.
The family would like to express a special “thank you” to the staff of Summer Vista Assisted Living Facility for their love and care during his residency and to Emerald Coast Hospice for their care during his illness.
In lieu of flowers, donations in the memory of Swede Danielson may be made to Loaves and Fishes Soup Kitchen or Manna Food Bank.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Grace Jackson Ikner
December 10, 2016
Grace Jackson Ikner 76, of Atmore, AL, passed away December 6, 2016, in Charlotte, N.C. She was born August 29, 1940, in Oak Grove, Alabama, and graduated from Pine Hill High School. Later, she graduated from the University of West Alabama, in Livingston, Alabama with a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Elementary Education. Grace taught for over 33 years at Bratt Elementary School.
She married Roy G. Ikner in 1961 and had one child, Nathan Lee Ikner. After retiring, Grace volunteered at Atmore Area Christian Care Ministries, and Save-a-Life of Atmore.
Mrs. Ikner was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Atmore, and was a member of the Faithful Workers Sunday School class. Grace taught children’s Sunday School for many years at the church.
Grace was preceded in death by her husband, Roy G. Ikner; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Jackson; brothers, Ed Ikner, Jr. and Wilbur Allen Jackson; and sister Minnie Clare Jackson Orr.
She is survived by son, Nathan Lee Ikner, his wife Catherine, and their children, William Lee and Elizabeth Stuart Ikner. Also surviving Grace are siblings, Carolyn Jackson Colburn of Pine Hill, Alabama; Robert Franklin (Helen) Jackson of Lufkin Texas; James Ralph (Phyllis) Jackson of Pine Hill, Alabama; Ann Jackson (Dr. James) Green of Shelby, Alabama; Hazel Jackson Drummond of Flowood, Mississippi; and Harry Truman Jackson of Pine Hill, Alabama. Mrs. Ikner is also survived by numerous cousins, nephews, and nieces, and three special friends, Susan Robbins Ward, Ina Cleavanger Stafford, and Theresa Barnes Scott.
Funeral services were held Saturday, December 10, 2016, at the First Baptist Church of Atmore with Rev. Arnold Hendrix and Rev. Kelly Brown officiating.
Burial will follow in Serenity Gardens Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Dr. Joel Drummond, Rick Layton, Tim Layton, Stan Orr, Ralph Jackson, Bobby Jackson, Michael Jackson, Walter Jackson, Jimmy Colburn, Anthony Wiggins, Joey Ikner, Brian Ikner and Tommy Ikner.
Honorary pallbearers will be her Sunday School Class, Faithful Workers.
Flowers will be accepted but donations can be made to Atmore Area Christian Care Ministries and First Baptist Church of Atmore.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
William Harrell
December 9, 2016
Billy was born a rebel in the early spring of 1963, and passed on December 3, 2016. He was ornery, unkempt and kind. He was passionate about a few things: family, fishing, beer, Chihuahuas and beautiful women, not necessarily in that order. He always had to have just one more fish, one more beer, and heaven knows he couldn’t resist taking in just one more dog. He treated everyone like family and his passion for beautiful women left him unable to choose just one so he never had any children of his own but he was the best “Uncle Billy” around.
He was preceded in death by his mother, MaryParker Harrell and his father, Clayton Harrell.
He leaves behind three sisters, one brother, and more nieces and nephews than one could count. He also leaves behind many friends and a herd of barking Chihuahuas. May your beer never be empty and your cast nets always be full.
Funeral services were held Friday, December 9, 2016, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Interment was at Jordan Cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.
Ruby Joe Bonds Baggett
December 8, 2016
Mrs. Ruby Joe Bonds Baggett went home to be with our Lord on November 30, 2016.
Mrs. Baggett was born in Flomaton, Alabama on September 22, 1934. She was a resident of Pensacola, Florida. She married Mr. Clifford K. Baggett, Sr. on July 19, 1953. Mrs. Baggett retired from Bellsouth as a maintenance administrator after 38 years of service.
Her entire life has been one of service to God, her church, family and friends. She has served as a member of Pine Forrest Assembly of God Church for many years.
Her passing will leave a huge void and she will be greatly missed by many. She is preceded in death by her father, Mr. Joel Richardson Bonds; her mother, Mrs. Sara Bell Pittman Bonds; her husband, Clifford K. Baggett, Sr.; four brothers, Jessie Joel Bonds, Willie Ray “Bill” Bonds, Clarence E. Bonds, and Jewel R. Bonds; sister, Sallie Mae Bonds Moye; and her granddaughter Chloe M. Baggett.
She is survived by her brother, Thomas Bonds of Pensacola; sons, Clifford K. (Stacie) Baggett and Charles R. Colwell; five grandchildren, Seabrin (Hanna) Blocker, Blayne Blocker, Jessica (Jeff) Warren, Bryce Baggett and Savannah Baggett; five great-grandsons, Bradley Henderson, Ace and Zayden Blocker, Lincoln and Carson Warren; and numerous nieces and nephews; life-long friends, Laura Vaughn (Niece), Dolly Williams, Mary Lou Jernigan and Sara Fillingim.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, December 7, 2016, at Eastern Gate Memorial Funeral Home with Pastor Gene Hudson officiating.
Family would like to thank Sacred Heart ICU for their long-term, loving care.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Eastern Gate Memorial Funeral Home.
Donna Loraine Martin
December 6, 2016
Ms. Donna Loraine Martin, age 36 of Flomaton, AL, passed away on Friday December 2, 2016.
Ms. Martin was born in Norfolk, VA, and had been a resident of Flomaton for 18 years coming from Pensacola, FL. She was of the Baptist faith and a homemaker.
She is survived by her father, Jerry Lee Midget of Ft. Sumter, VA; her mother, Janet Rose Wolfe of Milton, FL; sons, Shannon Bailey Martin of Flomaton, AL and Brennan Jackson Martin of Flomaton, AL; daughters, Sarah Katelyn Martin of Flomaton, AL and Abigail Denise Martin of Flomaton, AL; brother, Billy Nosay of Milton, FL; sister, Kristen Johnson of Pensacola, FL.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 7, 2016, at Flomaton Funeral Home Chapel from 6-8 p.m.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 8, 2016, at Flomaton Funeral Home Chapel at 2 p.m.
Pallbearers will be Shannon Martin, Bailey Martin, Isaiah Day, Joshua Day, Adam Martin, Billy Nosay.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jaxson Martin, Gary Posey, Kenny Higdon.
Interment will follow in Poplar Dell Cemetery, Century, FL.
Mary Alice Merchant
December 5, 2016
Mrs. Mary Alice Merchant, 68, passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2016, in Century, Florida.
Mrs. Merchant was a native and lifelong resident of Christian Home, FL. She was a member of the Christian Home Freewill Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Steve Merchant; son, Tony Merchant; parents, Karl and Sarah Victor; two grandchildren, Steven Still and Jackson Still; sister, Kathy Hall and niece, Angel Hall.
She is survived by her three sons, Ronnie (Rosie) Merchant of Jay, FL, Erik (Libby) Merchant of Franklin, AL and Nathan Merchant of Christian Home, FL; one daughter, Renee (John Still) Merchant of McCullough, AL; four brothers, Phillip Victor of Christian Home, FL, Johnny Victor of Flomaton, AL, Jimmy Victor of Bratt, FL and Donnie (Sandra) Victor of Wawbeek, AL; two sisters, Faye Victor of Christian Home, FL and Janie (Billy) Criswell of Christian Home, FL; and 12 grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Monday, December 5, 2016, at the Christian Home Freewill Baptist Church with Rev. Alfred Long and Rev. Josh Long officiating.
Burial was at the Christian Home Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Timothy Victor, J.C. Victor, Jay Young, Michael Merchant, Josh Merchant and Hayden Thrower.
Honorary pallbearers were Jason Victor, James Victor, John Victor and Tyler Cofield.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Joseph Floyd Boutwell
December 5, 2016
Joseph Floyd Boutwell, Jr. 58, of Atmore, AL, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2016, in Atmore. He was employed many years with Brantley’s Tires. He was born in Perdido, AL on February 7, 1958, to the late Joseph Floyd and Cathleen Weaver Boutwell, Sr.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Boutwell and a brother, Robert Boutwell.
Survivors include his children, Jeffery Richardson, Emily Boutwell, John (Mandy) Salter and Joseph (Autumn Harrison) Boutwell, III all of Huxford, AL; Robbie (Nickie) Tuberville of Monroeville, AL and Joie Lynn Vickery of Bay Minette; three brothers, Jessie (Debbie) Boutwell of Flomaton, AL, Destry Boutwell and Rodney (Rhonda) Boutwell, all of Perdido, AL; two sisters, Janie Dorriety of Lottie, AL and Bernice (Lamar) Hadley of Perdido, AL; and nine grandchildren.
Services were held Monday, December 5, 2016, from Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel, with Sis. Helen Stewart officiating.
Interment was in McCullough Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Jaylon “Ty” Weaver, Toby Boutwell, Mitch Hayles, Charles Williams, Lamar Hadley and Steve Emmons.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Harold Lee Milstead, Jr.
December 5, 2016
Harold Lee Milstead Jr., 43, of Cantonment went to be with his heavenly father Saturday, November 26, 2016.
He was of Pentecostal faith and was baptized by Rev. Ken Johnson of East Side Assembly of God. He loved the Lord, studied his bible, was an encouragement to his friends, and dedicated to his two boys and was “Pops” to his new grandson, Jayce. He was so proud of this new addition to his family. He will be missed by his companion and beloved dog, Kelli.
He is survived by his two sons and a grandson, William Wyatt Milstead (Caitlin) and Dillon Gage Milstead; grandson, Jayce Milstead; parents, Larry and Diane Mauldin and Harold and Debbie Milstead; three sisters and one brother, Melissa (Steve) Whisler, Sandy (Jocke) Borg, Angie (Reese) Whitson and Roy (Kara) Mauldin.
Harold was very intelligent. He was an awesome draftsman and sheet metal fabricator. He was able to design and build anything in metal. He worked for Better Built and United Welding in Perry. He was a shop foreman at both places. He loved hunting and fishing. Hunting was his favorite thing. He loved trees and being in the woods. He was loved and respected by everyone. He went with sunshine in his heart and smile on his face. He will be deeply missed by all who loved him.
Funeral services were held Monday, December 5, 2016, at the Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Reverend Ken Johnson officiating.
Interment was at Pensacola Memorial Gardens..
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.
Mary Cynthia McCloud Sellers
December 5, 2016
Mary Cynthia McCloud Sellers, 48, went to be with the Lord on November 27, 2016. Cindy, as she was known to her friends and loved ones, was a devoted grandmother, mother, wife, sister, aunt and friend. She lived for her family and loved nothing more than being with her family. Cindy was a member of Pensacola Deliverance Temple and loved watching wrestling or her favorite team the Georgia Bulldogs.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Mary Warwick Collins McCloud and her father, Marvin Eugene McCloud.
She is survived by the love of her life of 27 years, Amos J. Sellers; her children, Amos D. Sellers, James Martin Sellers and Jessica Sellers; six grandchildren, Destiny Demars, Mackenzie Sellers, Autumn Sasser, Brian Sasser, Noah Sasser and Nathen Sasser; daughters-in-law, Laura Sellers and Gabrielle Sellers; her sisters, Kathy Wheeler, Maybeth Norman, and Melessa Alley; her step-mother, Ida Mae Webb; along with numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A celebration of her life was held at Faith Chapel North on Saturday, December 3, 2016.
Interment was at Sellersville Cemetery in McLellan, FL.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with the arrangements.
Robert Jarrod Peebles
December 4, 2016
Robert Jarrod Peebles was born August 10, 1979, in Atmore and passed away suddenly December 3, 2016.
He was preceded in death by his mother Donna Peebles, maternal grandparents Bobby and Joyce Benefield, and paternal grandfather Wilborn Peebles.
Survivors include his wife Jean Peebles; three daughters, Gabbie, Dakota, and Becca, and Tori Grammer, who was like a daughter to him; his father and stepmother Ricky and Becka Peebles; his brother Jason and Jennifer Peebles; his paternal grandmother Dorothy Peebles; many aunts and uncles; and a host of other close family members and friends.
Jarrod was very active in youth sports with NWE little league and softball, Ernest Ward football, and loved sharing the outdoors with his children and younger cousins.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, December 7, 2016m, at noon at the Shiloh Baptist Church with Rev. Kevin Stotts and Rev. Delbert Redditt officiating.
Burial will follow at the Godwin Cemetery.
Visitation will be Tuesday, December 6, 2016, from 6-8 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Nick Harper, Dustin Harper, Tim Kast, Nooch Segers, Josh Edwards and Tristen Segers.
Honorary pallbearers will be Coy Peebles, Brian Burkett, Johnny Green and Brett Roberson.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.