Emma Dean Holden Lindsay
February 16, 2016
Emma Dean Holden Lindsay, 94 of Atmore, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2016, at her residence. She was a seamstress most of her life and owned and operated her own business. She did alterations for B.C. Moore deptartment store for many years. She was a dietitian for Canoe Grammar school.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Raliegh Amos and Fronie Cannon Holden; husband, Thomas Henry Lindsay; son, Raliegh Lindsay; and her brothers and sisters.
Survivors include her son, Roger Lindsay of Atmore; two grandchildren, Robert Leatherwood and Douglas Scott Leatherwood; great-grandchildren, Jessica, Justin, Robert and Tanner; and seven great-great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be Thursday, February 18, 2016, at 11 a.m. in Lindsay Cemetery in Booneville, AL with Bro. Mike Grindle officiating.
Interment will follow in Lindsay Cemetery.
Family will receive friends Thursday, February 18, 2016, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Frank Johnson
February 16, 2016
Rev. Frank Johnson, 98, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 12, 2016. He was born on October 7, 1917, to the late Willie Lucille (Hughes) and Frank William Johnson, Sr. in Memphis. He is preceded in death by his devoted wife of almost 69 years, Betty (Laurent) Johnson and brother, Melvin.
He is survived by six children, Patricia (Robert) Husband, Carolyn Stiles, Frank Johnson III (Anna), Judy Rogers, Jim Johnson, and Jana Smith; and numerous grand, great-grand, and great-great grandchildren.
As a WWII veteran he was called to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. After graduating from Baylor University in 1953, he served for over thirty years as a home missionary in Texas, preaching in both English and Spanish. Frank continued serving his country in the Army Reserves and retired with thirty years of combined service. Following retirement he and Betty moved to Pensacola to be with family, and shortly thereafter was called to pastor Ferry Pass Baptist Church. Years later, when his health forced him back into retirement, he became a faithful member of Plainview Baptist.
A celebration of his life will be held at 12 p.m. on Thursday, February 18, 2016, at Plainview Baptist Church with the Reverend Bill Flannigan and Reverend Brad Johnson officiating.
Interment will follow in Barrancas National Cemetery onboard NAS Pensacola.
Visitation will begin at 11 a.m., prior to services.
The family would like to extend special thanks to the staffs of The Veranda , especially the third floor, and Emerald Coast Hospice for their love and special care they gave our father.
In lieu of flowers, Dad has requested that memorial contributions be made in his memory to the parking lot fund of Plainview Baptist Church, 1101 W. Nine Mile Rd., Pensacola, FL 32534.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Cheryl Sue Fleming Halfacre
February 16, 2016
Cheryl Sue Fleming Halfacre, age 66 of Milton, passed away Sunday, February 14, 2016, after a long battle with cancer. Cheryl enjoyed spending time with her family, camping and fishing. She was an animal lover, especially her cherished companion, Charlie. She loved Tennessee, especially “Dollywood”.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Leroy and Mamie Fleming; sister, Carol Smith; brother, Billy Joe Fleming; and her niece, Pamela Argeris.
She is survived by her loving husband, Raymond E. Halfacre; daughters, Lisa Michelle Lee (Tyler) and Kim Andrews; 10 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and her sister, Pat Sumlin (James).
The family would like to express a very special thank you to the nurses at Covenant Hospice.
Pallbearers will be Albert Hanners, Doyle Ellis, Johnathon Argeris, Todd Winans, Terry Brown and Bo Brown.
Honorary pallbearers will be Nikolas Argeris and Brennon Lee.
Visitation will be Thursday, February 18, 2016, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North at 12 p.m. with the funeral services beginning at 1 p.m.
Interment will follow at Spruell Cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Robert Alexander Gordon, Jr.
February 14, 2016
Mr. Robert Alexander Gordon, Jr., 71, passed away on Wednesday, February 10, 2016, in Daphne.
Mr. Gordon was a native of Atmore, former resident of Montgomery and Mobile, AL and had resided in Daphne for the past 31 years. Mr. Gordon was always involved in politics and he was a political advisor to Gov. Albert Brewer and other state politicians in Alabama. He was the editor of Alabama Forest Products Magazine and increased it membership. He was well known for his photographic memory. He never met a stranger. He was manager of Belmany Funeral Home, which was his last career. He was a member of the Carney Lodge 549 and Scottish Rite Abba Shrine. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Miriam Gordon.
He is survived by his brother, William Byard (Susie) Gordon, Sr. of Pensacola; two sisters, Meg Gordon (Bob) Jones of Atmore and Kaki Gordon (Todd) Russell of St. Petersburg, FL; six nieces and nephews; four great-nieces and nephews; and one aunt, Therese Keller Roberts of Miflin, AL.
Funeral services were held Saturday, February 13, 2016, at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Dr. Debora Bishop officiating.
Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Pallbearers were his nephews, Yancey Lee Gordon, Robert Murphy Gordon, Alexander Laird Jones, and his classmates, Jackie Helton, Ronnie Horn, Harry Davis, Bob Jones and Jimmy McNeal.
Honorary pallbearers will be Marvin Rischer and Wayne Rischer.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to your favorite charity.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC is in charge of all arrangements.
John Alex Wells, Jr.
February 14, 2016
John Alex Wells, Jr. 79, of Pensacola, passed away Tuesday, February 9, 2016. John left his earthly life in the arms of his loving wife of 58 years, Opal Jeanette Wells. The two of them shared a love that few of us will ever experience and so many desire.
He graduated from Vernon High School, then served his country in the Army National Guard and U.S. Army. John retired after 35 years of service from Southern Bell and served as a Deacon at Pleasant Home Primitive Baptist Church. He enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, fishing and spending time with his family and grandchildren. He was an example to his grandchildren, a loving husband, great father and awesome grandfather.
He is preceded in death by his father, John Alex Wells, Sr.; mother, Arleva Cook Wells; brothers, Lee Wells, Parker Wells, and Harrell Wells; sisters, Arkie Revell, Wilma Stubbs and Mary Perdue.
He is survived by his loving wife, Opal Jeanette Wells; son, Kevin Wells (Debbie); grandsons, Hunter Wells and Colby Wells; special niece who was like a granddaughter, Raeanne Loyed; brothers, Rufus Wells, Carlton Wells (Ann) and Joel Wells (Wanda); sisters, Imogene Birge and Anna Lou Richards (Herman); brother-in-law, Randy Shields (Sarah); sisters-in-law, Juliette Amandalole (Bill) and Annette Lawrence (Randy).
Pallbearers were Hunter Wells, Colby Wells, Joey Peterson, Scott Shields, Randy Lawrence and Dennis Purdue.
The family would like to thank Dr. Robert Rush Brown, Covenant Care, Cathy, Karen and Eugina, Olivia Barber and his favorite therapist, Marsha Cook.
Dad is finally resting peacefully in the arms of his Heavenly Father.
Funeral services were held Saturday, February 13, 2016, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Elder Ed Morgan, Elder David Johnson and Elder Bobby Willis officiating.
Interment was at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
James Edward Byrd
February 14, 2016
James Edward Byrd of Molino, passed away at the age of 67 on Wednesday, February 10, 2016.
James is survived by his wife, Brenda Byrd; his five children; one brother; four sisters; 18 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held on Sunday, February 14, 2016, at Dogwood Park Baptist Church with Pastor Rusty Branch officiating.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Billy Don Brooks
February 14, 2016
Billy Don Brooks, age 68, of Cantonment, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2016. He was known as an avid horseman and fisherman. Billy enjoyed farming and boating with his family.
He is preceded in death by his son, Donald Brooks; grandson, Billy Joe Brooks and his father, Pa Heart.
Billy is survived by his cherished wife Lessie; daughter Cherie (Michael) Rayborn of Lakeland; son, Daniel (Tasha) Brooks and his son, Roger (Sandie) Hays; grandchildren, Billy Brooks, Shawn Brooks, Harlie Rayborn of Lakeland, Rileigh Rayborn of Lakeland, Baylee Rayborn of Lakeland, FL, Donald Brooks and Shawn Brooks; great-grandchildren, Dallas Brooks, Oakley Brooks and Zane Brooks.
A celebration of Billy’s life will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, February 15, 2016, at Becks Lake Fish Camp, 2020 Becks Lake Road in Cantonment.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.
Larry Dale Irwin
February 13, 2016
Larry “Ricky” Dale Irwin, age 66, passed away Monday, February 8, 2016, in Jay. He was a native of Atmore, former long-time resident of Bratt, and had resided in Century since 2010. He was retired from Century Correctional Institute. He was the former minister of music and was a member of the Bratt First Baptist church.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Gwendolyn Albritton Irwin, and his father, Harold Irwin
Mr. Irwin is survived by his wife, Reita Wearren Irwin of Century; brother, Ray Hall of Atmore; and niece, Shannon Hall-Jones.
Funeral services were held Thursday, February 11, 2016, at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Delbert Redditt officiating.
Burial followed at Godwin Cemetery.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Joyce Marie Johnson Akins
February 11, 2016
Mrs. Joyce Marie Johnson Akins, 77, passed away on Saturday, February 6, 2016, in Booneville.
Mrs. Akins was a native of Goodway and a resident of Booneville since 1975. Mrs. Akins was a former employee of Judy Bond, and manager of the lunch room and bus driver at Escambia Academy. She was a member of the Atmore Branch of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She is preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Jack Akins, Sr.
Survivors include her two sons, Harry (Judy) Akins of Goodway and Jack Anderson “Andy” (Amy) Akins of McCullough; one daughter, Suzanne Akins of Booneville; two brothers, Dean Johnson of Goodway and Joseph Johnson of Meridian, MS; three sisters, Helen Eady of Warner Robins, GA, Colleen Maddox of Montgomery and Sarah Smith of Goodway; and six grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held Friday, February 12, 2016, at 11 a.m. at the Lindsey Cemetery with Patriarch Joseph Johnson officiating.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC, is in charge of all arrangements.
Vernon Burl Vinson
February 11, 2016
Vernon Burl Vinson, 87, passed away on February 6, 2016, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was a devoted husband and father who will be deeply missed.
Vernon was a Pensacola native. He was retired from Pensacola Naval Air Station. He was a member of the Pensacola Camellia Club and an active member of Presley Street Baptist Church in Atmore.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Betty Jean; sons, David (Islamorada, FL), and Danny and daughter in law, Jessica; grandchildren, Ian, Ansis and Sophia (Raleigh, NC).
The family would like to thank the ladies at Southern Care Hospice Services in Atmore for their compassionate care.
Graveside services were held Tuesday, February 9, 2016, from the Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore with Rev. Mike Grindle conducting services.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.