Alex Blake Jay
January 28, 2026
Alex Blake Jay, age 33, of Stapleton, AL, passed away on January 27, 2026.
Alex was born April 13, 1992, in Birmingham, AL, to Randall Eugene and Joyce Thompson Jay.
He loved the outdoors and cherished time hunting with his dad and his special friends, Lester Scott and Billy Franklin.
Alex is preceded in death by his grandparents, Willard and Ann Thompson, and Mary Jay.
He is survived by his parents, Randy and Joyce Jay of Stapleton, AL; his brothers, Michael (Abby) Jay of Daphne, AL, and Stephen Craig Jay of Tulsa, OK; his sister, Anna (Drew) Odom of Spanish Fort, AL; his aunts and uncles, Sharon (Todd) Stearns of Brewton, AL, and Robin Earl (Stephanie) Jay of Pensacola, FL; his nieces and nephews, Jay Odom, Emma Odom, Beau Snowden, Bella Snowden, Luca Snowden, Blossom Jay, and Mary Charlotte Jay, along with a host of family and friends.
Funeral services will be held Friday, January 30, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel, with Father Pat Madden officiating. Interment will follow in Pine Barren Baptist Church Cemetery in Davisville, FL.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. until service time at 3:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, AL.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Gertrude Smith
January 28, 2026
Gertrude Smith, age 97, of Atmore, AL, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026, in Foley, Alabama. She was born to Ruby and Ollie Moye on December 25, 1928. She was a graduate of Escambia County in Atmore, AL.
She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Atmore, AL., where she cherished her church family and friendships. A devoted stay-at-home mother, she poured her life into caring for her family. Her home was always immaculate: a reflection of the pride and love she put into everything she did.
She would do anything for her children and grandchildren, and her love, strength, and quiet dedication shaped generations. She will be remembered for her kindness, always smiling, her unwavering faith, and the deep love she had for her family and friends. Her legacy lives on in all who were blessed to know her.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her devoted husband of 63 years, Jack Smith; her sisters, Earlene Helton, Gladys Stanton, Willanette Troutman; and her brother, Claude Moye.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Janet and Robin Swift, of Orange Beach; her son and daughter-in-law, Randy and Susan Smith, of Orange Beach; her grandchildren, Justin (Andrea) Beasley, of Atmore; Jace (Lauren) Beasley, of Atmore; Bailey (Adam) Stitt, of Orange Beach; her great-grandchildren, Kendal Beasley, Kate Beasley, Klaire Beasley, Alexa Beasley, Jackson Beasley, Paige Lassiter, Ragan Lassiter, and Brooks Stitt.
Funeral Services will be held on January 29, 2026, at 11:30 a.m., at Atmore First Baptist Church, in Atmore, AL, with Rev. Kelly Brown and Rev. Arnold Hendrix officiating. Visitation will be held on January 29, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. until service time at 11:30 at Atmore First Baptist Church.
Interment will take place at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Atmore First Baptist Church or the charity of your choice.
Johnson-Quimby is in charge of arrangements.
Mallory Jerome ‘Buck’ Chavers
January 28, 2026
Mallory Jerome “Buck” Chavers, age 71, of Hanceville, AL, passed away on January 27, 2026. Mallory was born on June 13, 1954. He served in the United States Marine Corps and had a career in the trucking industry. Buck is preceded in death by his father, Raymond Chavers.
Buck is survived by his children, Scott (Rachel) Chavers, Justin Chavers, Josh (Caitlin) Chavers, Dallas (Leah) Chavers, Jenny (John) O’Connell, Penny (Dane) Larsen, and Angela Gragg; his siblings, Bobby (Melinda) Chavers, Bruce (Tina) Chavers, and Marcella Chavers, and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Greg Sellers officiating. Interment will follow in Godwin Cemetery in Bratt, FL.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 1:30 p.m. until service time at 2:30 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the Cullman Regional Home Health.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Norma Jean McCall Taylor
January 28, 2026
Norma Jean McCall Taylor passed away on January 25, 2026, with her two daughters at her side. Norma was born in Century, FL, on August 5, 1943. Growing up in Oak Grove, she graduated from Earnest Ward High School in 1961, following her marriage to Johnnie Taylor on May 31, 1963. She lived the majority of her adult life in Atmore, AL, where she and Johnnie ran Taylor Construction and Mini storage until their retirement. She lived the past four years in Monroeville, AL. Norma was a faithful member of the Atmore Church of Christ, raising her girls to follow the gospel of Christ and inspiring them both.
Norma is preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Lucille McCall; siblings, Edward McCall, Calvin McCall, Wayne McCall, and Erlene Pugh; her husband of 58 years, Johnnie W. Taylor; and her son-in-law, John Spearman Winters.
Norma is survived by her two loving daughters, Lynn Winters of Monroeville and Suzanne Taylor of Opelika; her two granddaughters, who are the lights of her life: Mary Taylor Winters and Lucinda Ruth Johnson, plus many nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
Graveside services will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery with Bro. Jay Skipworth officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, from 10-11 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, AL.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pilots for Christ, P.O. Box 707, Monroeville, AL, 36461.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Martha Angelia Clark
January 25, 2026
Martha Angelia Clark, 78, originally of Atmore, AL, passed away on Saturday, January 24th, 2026, in Georgia. She was born on October 15th, 1947, in Brewton, AL to the late Huba Moore Clark and Ethel Kirkland Clark.
Angelia lived a life rooted in faith, devoted to Christ, and guided by the teachings of the Holy Bible. She was especially comforted by Psalm 91 all her life. She always had an infectious smile, a warm hug and a kind word for everyone. She was deeply loved by her children and her family.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her sisters, Erma Robertson and Farrell Clark.
She is survived by her children Robert (Tina) Joseph Johns III of McDavid, FL; Holly (Erwin) Risher of Holly Springs, GA; Amy (Chad) Hammonds of Fairhope, AL; Rebecca Lundy of Crestview, FL; her grandchildren, her great grandchildren, and numerous extended family, as well as her dear lifelong friend Polly Olson.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 31st, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Johnson Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Don Sanks officiating. Interment will follow in Cedar Creek Baptist Church Cemetery in Castleberry, AL.
Active pallbearers will be Robert Joseph Johns III, Erwin Risher, Kyle Allen, and Peter Fitzgibbons.
Private Family Visitation for Mrs. Clark will be held at 8:30 a.m., followed by a public Visitation at 9 a.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2026, until service time at 10:00 a.m. at Johnson Quimby Funeral Home.
Memorial donations can be made to Atmore Food Pantry to help those in need.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Tom Sidler
January 25, 2026
Tom Sidler, 63, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away on January 19, 2026, in Black Hawk County, Iowa.
Born on April 4, 1962, in Newport News, Virginia, to Edward Sidler and Barbara Crowe Sidler, Tom was raised in Cedar Falls, Iowa, where he graduated from Cedar Falls High School. He later earned a degree in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University and built a long and respected career in the transportation, construction, and aggregates industries. For more than four decades, he held leadership and management roles while residing in Oklahoma, Texas, Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida, overseeing operations in concrete paving, safety management, and aggregate supply. He spent the last 30 years of his life near Pensacola, Florida, where he met his wife, built his family, and continued to live out the values of integrity and service that defined his life.
Tom was known for his selflessness, loyalty, and unwavering dependability. A true doer, he believed deeply in hard work and personal responsibility, approaching everything in his life with intention and commitment. He did not cut corners, and he taught his children the value of showing up, following through, and doing things the right way.
He had a passion for motorcycles, fellowship, and service, and was a member of two motorcycle ministries, including Bikers for Christ (Birmingham, Alabama) and Hell Fighters (Pensacola, Florida). He was also a member of the Shriners and the Masons, continuing a proud family tradition alongside his father. Beyond his community service, he lived out his faith in everyday moments, often carrying small metal crosses to share as a simple reminder of God’s love.
Tom enjoyed boating, home-cooked meals, playing card games, and singing songs, but he especially cherished spending time at home with family and friends. Though a big man with a strong presence, Tom was a gentle giant at heart – tough when he needed to be, but endlessly loving and supportive. He found his greatest joy in caring for those around him, encouraging their passions, and helping them grow.
Above all, he was a devoted husband and father. Of all his accomplishments, he was most proud of his wife and three children.
He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Sidler; his stepfather, Jack Scott; his father-in-law, Bobby Johnson; and his brother-in-law, Dave Rasmusson.
Tom is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Angel; his daughter, Raegan Sidler; and his sons, Landon and Gregory Williamson. He is also survived by his mother, Barbara Scott of Cedar Falls, Iowa; his sisters, Lori Rasmusson of Cedar Falls, Iowa, Lisa Bown (Mike) of West Bend, Wisconsin, and Samantha Buckingham of Ankeny, Iowa; and his brother, John Sidler (Jesica) of Boone, Iowa. He is further survived by a large extended family, including his father- and mother-in-law, Billy and Joyce Campbell of Molino, Florida; his sisters-in-law, Kathi Johnson (Brian) and Trudy Campbell, both of Pensacola, Florida; his brother-in-law, Kevin Johnson (Becky) of Jay, Florida; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends whom he loved dearly.
Pallbearers will be John Sidler, Dan Rasmusson, Chuck Taylor, Mark Jackson, Forrest Gibbs Sr., Rich Boykin, Hammond Hearn, and Daryl Powell.
Honorary pallbearers will be Nick Hearn, Victor Wallace, and Eli Miller.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Faith Chapel North in Cantonment, Florida, with Pastor Lonny Hughes officiating.
● Family Visitation: 10:00 a.m.
● Public Visitation: 11:00 a.m.
● Service: 12:00 p.m.
Burial will follow at McCurdy Cemetery, located at 800 Fannie Rd in Century, Florida. All friends and family are invited to a dinner reception afterwards at Beams of Light Church, located at 3825 North Highway 29 in Molino, Florida.
Flowers are welcome and appreciated. For those who feel led to do so, memorial donations may be made to the House of Righteousness Ministries (H.O.R.M.) P.O. Box 3171, Pensacola, FL 32516
Lillian Mayson Laue
January 21, 2026
Lillian Mayson Laue, of Atmore, AL, passed away on January 16, 2026. Lillian was born on February 12, 1928, to the late C. Clifford Mayson and Kathryn F. Bremer. She was a homemaker who enjoyed puzzles, knitting, especially Christmas socks, and was a member of Saint Andrew’s Atmore Anglican Church in Atmore, AL.
Lillian is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles Wheeler Laue; and her sister, June Frances Crawford.
She is survived by her daughter, Linda Bumann, of Atmore, AL; granddaughter, Terri Laue; and great-grandson, Logan Wheeler Roberts.
Funeral Services were held on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel in Atmore, AL, with Chaplain Joe Stevens officiating.
Interment was at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL.
Active Pallbearers will be Charlie Crawford, Mark Crawford, Cody Crawford, Bob Laue, Richard Booth and David Todd. Honorary Pallbearers will be Larry Houck and Dan Martin.
Carole Jo Bayne Brouillette
January 20, 2026
Carole Jo Bayne Brouillette transitioned peacefully to her heavenly home on January 1, 2026. Born in Chicago on September 6, 1942, Carole spent most of her life in Florida, where she built a life filled with love, resilience, and service to others.
Carole was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Bayne and Frances Whedon, sisters Zoet and Cynthia, brother Seth; and Evelyn Brouillette, who lovingly adopted Carole years ago. She is survived by children: John (Tina) Jenkins of Lake City, FL; Terri Jenkins of Pensacola, FL; and Tracy (Kelly) Duckett of Lake City, FL. She also leaves behind a sister Edna Brouillette and her newly discovered sister, Paula Petrakovic of Utah, and a circle of dear friends spanning multiple states, who cherished her deeply.
Carole’s greatest joy was her family. She was blessed with eight grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren (of which one is on the way). Her grandchildren include Leah (Nate), Aleah; Daniel (Amanda); Whitney (Dustin); Aaron (Lauren); Caitlin, Ryan (Amanda); and Brantley (Serenity), along with a host of beloved great-grandchildren who will carry her memory forward.
Great grandchildren include Skyla, Ava, Peyton, Zack, Jackson, Kasen, Ashlynn, Aria, Pearl, Hannah, Hudson, Ryker, Aspen, Maverick and Wilder.
Great-great grandchildren include Jace and Meadow (who is on the way).
Carole’s life was a testament to perseverance and unconditional love. She faced challenges with courage and determination, always striving to protect and nurture her children—even when life required her to do so from afar. Her heart never wavered in its devotion.
Professionally, Carole was a long-time employee at Reynolds Hardware in Pensacola, where her enthusiasm, professionalism, and radiant smile earned her a loyal clientele. Beyond her work, Carole quietly embodied the spirit of humanitarianism. She helped countless young families in her Cantonment community, never seeking recognition—an unsung heroine who lived by the motto, “help thy neighbor.”
Carole often reflected on life’s meaning and requested this poem be shared:
“What will they say about me, those whom I hold so dear? What will they best remember when I’m no longer here? Will they recall mistakes I’ve made, battles I never won? Moments of pain I’ve caused them, things I have left undone. Will they censor my human failings and wish I’d been noble and strong? Will they scoff at the hopes I nurtured, the dreams that somehow went wrong? … Or will they be moved by compassion, directed by Heaven above To temper their judgment with kindness and soften their memories with LOVE?”
Those who loved Carole did exactly that—they saw her strength, shared her hopes, and embraced her heart without judgment. Her legacy is one of kindness, resilience, and love.
Rest easy, Carole. You will always be missed and loved.
In lieu of a service, donations may be made in Carole’s memory to Teen Challenge Thrift Store (40 W 9 Mile Rd), Allen Memorial Methodist Church Food Pantry Program, and the American Red Cross, Northwest Florida Chapter.
Kathleen Patricia Gilchrist Findley
January 20, 2026
Kathleen Patricia Gilchrist Findley, 76, of Wawbeek, AL., passed away on January 19, 2026. Kathleen was born on July 18, 1949, in New Orleans, LA., to Wilson Gilchrist Sr. and Avis Ammons.
She was a retired registered nurse, and it was her passion to help and care for others. She was a member of Vision Church in Flomaton, AL.
Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ted Findley, Sr.; two brothers and four sisters.
She is survived by her son, Teddy (Heather) Findley, Jr., of Mobile, AL; her daughter, Tara (David) Carter of Wawbeek, AL; her grandchildren, Shelby Carter, Scarlett Carter, Wyatt Findley, Secily Carter, Rhett Findley; and 4 great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Ricky Hart officiating. Interment will follow at Canoe Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery in Canoe, AL.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. until service time at 2:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Terry Lynn Cumbie
January 18, 2026
Terry Lynn Cumbie, 61, of Little River, Alabama, was born in Atmore, Alabama, and lived life with laughter, speed, and a generous heart.
Terry was truly the life of the party—always quick with a joke, a story, or a grin that could light up a room. A natural daredevil, he loved to go fast and live boldly, never shying away from adventure. He was an avid outdoorsman who found his greatest peace in the woods or on the water, hunting, fishing, and tending to his garden. One of his greatest joys was sharing the fruits of his labor, whether it was a fresh catch, a successful hunt, or vegetables from his garden—always making sure everyone else had plenty.
Above all, Terry loved his family. He is survived by his son, Colton Cumbie; his stepdaughter, Christina White; his step-grandson, Aiden White; his sister, Wanda Stanfield; his brother, Ricky Cumbie; and a plethora of nieces and nephews who will forever cherish his laughter and love.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Hubert and Sue Cumbie, his brother, Michael Cumbie, and his wife, Diane Cumbie.
Terry will be remembered for his big heart, his fearless spirit, and the laughter he brought into every room. His presence will be deeply missed, but his memory will live on in the stories shared, the land he loved, and the family he leaves behind.
Memorial services were held Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home with Pastor C.P. Phillips officiating.