Willis Nelson, Jr.
October 20, 2015
Willis Nelson, Jr., age 65 of Summerdale, went to be with our Heavenly Father on October 17, 2015. Jr was born May 25, 1950, to Willis Nelson, Sr. and Theda Nelson who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife, Monnie Nelson; two sons, Curtis Shane Wolfe of Pensacola and Christopher Shawn Nelson, Sr. of Milton; three daughters, Teresa Fountain of Pensacola, Summer Henry and Karlee Nelson of Summerdale; one sister, Wanda Nelson of Milton; four grandchildren, Kera York and Devin Blackwell of Pensacola, Maleah and Christopher Shawn Nelson , Jr. of Milton; and numerous cousins and friends; and two very special cousins who were with him at the time of his passing, Syble Allen of Mobile and Roy (Barbara) Simmons of Pace.
The family requests in lieu of Flowers donations be made to The American Heart Association or The Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation in his name as he is being cremated. His children and sister will be having a Memorial Service to honor him in his hometown on Wednesday, October 21, from 4 p.m. until 5:30 p.m with service starting at 4:45 p.m. at True Grace Fellowship Church on Willard Norris Road, in Milton. Rev. Alton Nixon will be officiating.
The family requests to come casual and if you have an Alabama or Harley t-shirt to please wear it.
Honorary pallbearers will be his closest friends, Roy Simmons, Ken Bedgood, Larry Mc Allister, Harland Cotton and James Cotton.
Joseph “Joe” L. Nezovich
October 15, 2015
Joseph “Joe” L. Nezovich passed away on October 13, 2015, at the age of 64. Joe was born in Pensacola on October 13, 1951, to Edward and Maxine Nezovich. Joe spent most of his life as a maintenance repair man and HVAC technician. He lived his early life amongst the heart of Pensacola and it was there that he met his wife of 37 years, Donna. Joe and Donna would eventually move to the far north end of the county to what he would call “his little piece of God’s country.” Joe was a very courteous and loving man, always willing to fix something broken for someone in need. Sometimes that “something” was a physical object, sometimes it was a broken heart or soul. Joe was a “handyman” in many ways and in many lives. He was a caring and loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. His family was his life. And whether you had known him your whole life, or just met him in passing, he still treated you as family.
Joe was preceded in death by his father, Edward Nezovich; and his children, Kimberly and Joseph Nezovich.
Joe is survived by his wife, Donna; his son, Jody (Taylor) Nezovich; his grandsons, Caleb and Silas Nezovich; his mother, Maxine Nezovich; his three brothers, Edward Nezovich, Pete Nezovich, and Billy (Ann) Nezovich; his two sisters, Nancy Robinson and Dorothy Bivens; numerous nieces and nephews; and several other family members and loved ones.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2015, from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, followed immediately by the funeral service.
Burial will follow in Ray’s Chapel Cemetery in McDavid.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Vivian Olene Evers Fountain
October 15, 2015
Vivian Olene Evers Fountain 86, of Canoe, passed away on October 12, 2015, in Pensacola. She was born on August 30, 1929, in Robinsonville, AL to the late James “Louis” and Nellie Daw Evers. She is preceded in death by her parents; brother, James Earl Evers; husband, Robert “Bob” Wilson Fountain; and son-in-law, Merrill Ledford. She was a member of First Assembly of God in Atmore.
She is survived by her sons, Kenneth (Wanda) Fountain of Frisco City, Dudley (Sheila) Fountain of Canoe, Glenn (Debbie) Fountain of Canoe, and Tony (Sherry) Fountain of Spanish Fort; daughters, Sybil (Leonard) Sowell of Loganville, GA, Brenda (Paul) Metts of Robinsonville and Wanda Ledford of Canoe; one brother, Wilber (Lois) Evers of Bay Minette; and two sisters, Thelma Marshall of Canoe and Pearl Falls of Live Oak, FL; 13 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held Thursday, October 15, 2015, at the First Assembly of God in Atmore with Bro. Don Davis and Rev. Wanda Fountain officiating.
Burial was in Hall Cemetery in Canoe.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Betty J. Harper
October 14, 2015
Betty J. Harper went home to be with our Lord on Monday, October 12, 2015. Betty was born June 26, 1930, to Walter Arick and Naomi Robinson Arick in Columbus, Ohio. She moved to Pensacola, FL in 1970 where she continued to raise her family.
Betty was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Nelson Hane; and her second husband, Delbert “Red” Harper, Jr.; son, Charles Hane; daughters-in-law, Sherry Hane and Cheety Hane; and son-in-law, David Reeves.
She is survived by her children, Nelson (Nettie) Hane, Kenny (Donna) Hane, Diana (JR) Howard, Carol Reeves, Sandy (Doug) Whitfield; 20 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and two very special friends Ronnie and Diane Hemby.
Our family would like to thank Dr. Miley and Covenant Hospice for all their wonderful care to our mom.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2015, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Burial will follow in Gonzalez United Methodist Church Cemetery.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2015, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Jacqueline “Jackie” Ann Diederich Swain
October 14, 2015
Jacqueline “Jackie” Ann Diederich Swain, 81, of Cantonment, died Sunday, October 11, 2015. Jackie was born in Garrett, IN and moved to Pensacola 44 years ago. She worked as a teacher’s aide at Ensley Elementary for many years. Jackie was also a Girl Scout leader and a board member for both Cantonment Baseball and Football.
Jackie is preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert Louis Swain, Jr.; her parents, Herman Diederich and Anna Simpson Diederich; and two sisters, Lorreta Raub and Barbara Hoffmeyer.
She is survived by her son, Christopher Swain of Cantonment; four daughters, Melissa Swain Jacobs of Pensacola, Linda (Charlie) Martz of Corunna, IN, Lorie (Scott) Romero of IN, and Christine Lott of Foley, AL; Gregory Jacobs, who she considered a son; 11 grandchildren, Rachel (Nate) Schermerhorn of Kendallville, IN, Nicklaus (Cyndi) Martz of Oak Park, IL, Tyler (Rachel) Martz of Auburn, IN, Mariah (Austin) Miller of Corunna, IN, Maria and Olivia Romero of IN, Christian, Braedan, and Noah Jacobs of Cantonment, Kaylee Swain of Pensacola, and Ava Berroa of Pace; and four great-grandchildren, Myles and Margo Martz of Oak Park, IL and Grant and Gabriella Schermerhorn of Kendallville, IN.
Jackie was a loving mother and a super Nana.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 15, 2015, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Father Casstley officiating.
Burial will follow in Pensacola Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
A visitation will take place Wednesday, October 14, 2015, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Carolyn Hall Conn
October 12, 2015
Carolyn Hall Conn passed away at home on Friday, October 9, 2015, at the age of 88. A native of Canoe, Carolyn was born July 15, 1927. She was the daughter of the late Lucile Watson Hall and Andrew Arthur Hall. She graduated from the University of Alabama and taught elementary school in Escambia County in both Alabama and Florida for many years. Mrs. Conn was a lifelong member of the Canoe and Atmore Church of Christ. She belonged to the Canoe Civic Club and the Canoe Study Club.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, John Emmett Conn, Jr.
She is survived by her sister-in-law, Mrs. Arthur James Hall (Sarah), nieces and nephews, Susan L. Hall of Atmore, Arthur James Hall, Jr. (Ann) of Pensacola, Dr. Carolyn Hall Ringhoffer (Joseph) and Celia Vickery Lewis (Mack), all of Mobile, Emily Hall Vickery of Pensacola, William W. Vickery (Jackie) of Cleveland, GA, Nancy Vickery Clark (Thomas) of Nashville, TN, Samuel B. Love (Kay) and John Hall Love of Summerfield, FL, as well as other numerous great nieces and nephews.
Visitation will take place on Thursday, October 15, 2015, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the Petty Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
A graveside service will follow at the Hall Family Cemetery in Canoe.
Pallbearers will be Leon S. Crawford, Arthur James Hall, Jr., John Hall Love, Samuel Bannister Love, Joseph Edward Ringhoffer and William W. Vickery.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be made to Escambia Academy Library, 268 Cowpen Creek Rd., Atmore, AL 36502.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Brett Michael Creighton
October 12, 2015
Brett Michael Creighton “Brettman”, 22 of Cantonment, was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, October 9, 2015.
Brett was a graduate of Tate High School, Class of 2011 and attended ITT Technical Institute pursuing his Associate of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering. Brett lived life to the fullest and always with a smile on his face. Brett was happiest outdoors wearing his camo, strolling around in his tricked out wheelchair listening to his country music, fishing, hunting, shooting guns, cheering on his Florida State Seminoles, watching his Super Hero movies and always charming the ladies, but above all, looked up to his big “Bubba”. His charismatic personality was so magnetic to everyone whom had the pleasure and was blessed to know him. Brett enjoyed being quite the jokester, always bringing laughter into every room he was in. Brett has touched so many lives and has been such an inspiration to all. Although, your wings were ready, our hearts were not and may your legacy live on. Fly high Brettman, until we meet again. We love you!
Brett is preceded in death by his grandad, Robert B. Creighton, Jr; great-grandparents, Connie and Mary Stinson “Papa & Granny”; and great-grandparents, Joe and Ola Mae Diaz “Papa Diaz and Granny”.
He is survived by his loving mother, Angela Creighton; father, Christopher R. Creighton; brother, Christopher L. Creighton; grandparents, Carl and JoAnn Stinson “PaPa and NaNa”; grandparents, Allen and Debbie Lee “Pops and NaNa”; grandmother, Rose Creighton; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins; nurses through Maxim Home Healthcare and many, many friends whom he cherished deeply.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 14, 2015, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Reverend James Blackmon officiating.
Interment will follow in Pensacola Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Pensacola.
The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2015, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Pallbearers will be Brandon Rosignol, Gavin Sticken, Tracy King, Hunter Lee, Richard Giannotti, Matthew Coffey, Ryan Hooper, and John “Rilo” Allen.
Honorary pallbearers will be Craig Stinson, Travis King and Justin King. We the family, want to give a special thanks to all the doctors, nurses, and respiratory therapist of Sacred Heart Hospital, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit of Sacred Heart Hospital, Nemours Clinic of Sacred Heart Hospital, The Wolfe Center, and Mark Elder, M.D., and staff for providing Brett with all of your exceptional care throughout his life.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Rodney Lane Lord
October 12, 2015
Dr. Rodney Lane Lord, 45, died Friday, October 9, 2015.
Dr. Lord was born February 15, 1970, to Barbara Jestings and Johnny Lord.
Dr. Lord began his career in education in Flomaton as a teacher. Dr. Lord moved to Monroe County as a teacher and coach. Dr. Lord later became an assistant principal before later becoming principal of Monroe County Middle School. Dr. Lord then moved to Alabama Southern Community College and was Director of Human Resources while also completing courses at The University of Alabama where he received his Doctorate Degree. ROLL TIDE!
Dr. Lord is survived by his mother, Barbara Jestings; father, Johnny (Glenda) Lord, his moms, Nina Puckett and Teresa Smith; two sisters, Tammy (Parnell) Blackwell and Lori (Dean) Mims; three brothers, Danny Lord, Vince (Vicki) Lord, Stan (Stephanie) Smith; and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, you may make donations to the American Cancer Society/Patrick F. Taylor Hope Lodge, 2609 River Road, New Orleans, LA 70121.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 13, 2015, at 10 a.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Jeff Harris officiating.
Burial will follow at the Little Escambia Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Steve Sunday, Jamie Boutwell, Phillip Boutwell, Scott Boutwell, Anthony Boutwell, Keilan Lord, Jeffery Cozgrove and Ken Knowles.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Estelle Reynolds
October 9, 2015
Estelle Reynolds was born in Alma, GA and died in Sanford, KY on October 5, 2015. She was a resident of Byrneville for 65 years. She had been in Kentucky for four years to be near her daughter, Patricia who is an RN.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Reynolds; two sons “Cowboy” Bronzie Reynolds and “Tony” Antony Reynolds; grandson, Dwayne White; great-granddaughter, Callista White.
She is survived by daughters, Adelia (Leroy) White of Byrneville, Patricia Reynolds of Stanford, KY. and Jean Daniels (Charles) Steadham; 13 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; Brother and sister-in-law Alford and Teresa Allen; sister-in-law, Jan Allen; sister and brother-in-law Shirley and Wade Robbin; and sisters, Sue Brock and Ruth Aspenwall.
A family graveside service was held October 9, 2015 at Byrneville United Methodist Church.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Kenneth Jay Daniels
October 9, 2015
Kenneth Jay Daniels, age 53, of Cantonment, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2015. He was employed at ASCEND for 25 years and was a United States Air Force veteran. He was a previous president of Cypress Lakes Golf Course, and previous vice-president and coach at Molino Recreation Association.
He is preceded in death by his father, Richard Lee Daniels.
He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Wilkes Daniels; son, Carson Daniels (14); mother, Akiko “Suzie” Daniels of Pace; sister, Kim (Rick) Richert of Dunedin, FL; niece, Brenda (Jayson) Piatak of Pace; nephews, Tristan and Linkin Piatak; six uncles; three aunts; and 25 cousins in Okinawa.
Pallbearers will be Jayson Piatak, Rick Richert, Arty Kleinatland, John Williams, Keith Gilley and Stephen Hughes.
Honorary pallbearers will be Russell Sheldt, Tracy Collier, Terry St. Cyr, Jerry Venable and Jayson Ging.
Funeral services were held Saturday, October 3, 2015 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Reverend Brian Calhoun officiating.
Interment followed at Eastern Gate Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ken’s memory can be made to Carson’s College Fund. Checks may be payable to: Carson Daniels, P.O. Box 533, Molino, FL 32577.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.