Jeanette Marie Hatfield
March 22, 2015
Mrs. Jeanette Marie Hatfield, 54, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2015, in Mobile.
Mrs. Hatfield was a native and lifelong resident of Bratt. Mrs. Hatfield was the vice president of Gulf Coast Wrestlers Reunion. She attended the Poplar Dell Baptist Church. Her parents, Cleve and Ann Taylor precede her in death.
Survivors include her husband of 30 years, Randy Hatfield of Bratt; one son, Jeremy Clint Hatfield of Bratt; four step-sons, Heath Hatfield of Alexandria, LA, Troy Hatfield, Joshua Hatfield and Tristan Hatfield all of Pennsylvania; one daughter, Crystal (John) Coleman of Bryneville; four sisters, Janice (Clayton) Flowers of Nokomis, Louise (Woody) Boseman of Monroeville, AL, Lynette Colbert of Atmore and Annette (Glen) Carr of Pensacola; and two grandchildren, Elizabeth Coleman and John Noah Coleman.
Funeral services were held Friday, March 20, 2015, at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. John Coleman officiating.
Burial was in the Godwin Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Glen Carr, Woody Boseman, Matthew Wilson, Tripp Dawson, Bobby Hatfield and Shane Hatfield.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC, is in charge of all arrangements.
Linda L. Fowler
March 22, 2015
Linda L. Fowler, 76 of Pensacola, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2015.
Linda was born in Blytheville, Arkansas in 1938. Her dad’s job with Frisco Railroad moved the family to Kansas City, Missouri in 1943 and moved them again to Pensacola in 1951. That year she enrolled in Catholic High School where she met the love of her life Ronnie Fowler. The two began dating, and were married in 1956, began their family and have been best friends and sweethearts for 57 years.
She was very artistic and loved working in the cosmetics department at Gayfers in her mid-years. She was gifted in creating ceramics and crocheted many beautiful afghans over the years. Her loves were her family, gardening, cooking, and was always eager to try a new recipe if anyone wanted to share.
Linda is survived by her husband of 57 years, Ronald “Ronnie” Fowler; daughters, Rhonda (Ted) Gifford and Debbie (Roy) Holechek; sons, Ronald (Janet) Fowler, Jr. and Greg (Monica) Fowler; grandkids, Sarah, Leah, Chris, Cory, Kristin, Jill, Brooke, Alexa, and Hannah; 14 great-grand kids; and a host of nieces and nephews.
The family would like to extend their appreciation to Dr. Eldawy for the outstanding care and concern he gave to Linda for the past 4 years and we will always be grateful to the nursing staff of St. Catherine’s at Sacred Heart. They cared for Linda as if she was a member of their own family.
Funeral Mass was held Saturday, March 21, 2015, at St. Jude Thaddeus Church with Father George Thekku officiating.
Burial was in Holy Cross Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Don Meyer, Corey Meyer, Jon Cory Maxwell, Michael Robinson, Chris Maxwell and Michael Farrell.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Mary Beatrice (Bea) Hefner
March 22, 2015
Mary Beatrice (Bea) Hefner, 84, of Pensacola, went to meet her Lord on Thursday, March 19, 2015. She was born Mary Beatrice Knott on February 16, 1931, to Anna Beatrice Knott in Washington, D.C. and was raised in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Norris. Mary was a woman of many passions, extending her loving care as a nurse to patients at Baptist Hospital. Having survived breast cancer, she adored Camp Blue Bird and making bird houses. With her husband, Mary was an avid traveler, spending many days visiting and commemorating the past with former World War II-era friends across the country. Undoubtedly, her favorite past time was serving her church family at St. John’s Catholic Church.
She has now been reunited with her beloved husband of 50 years, James Carlos Hefner; her brothers, Charles and Joseph Norris; and her son-in-law, James Smith.
She is survived by her sisters, Dot Wall and Loretta Demars; her four children, Delores Smith, Richard Hefner (Patty), Kenneth Hefner (Ruth), and Peg Hurst (Johnny); nine grandchildren, Brian London (Susan), Allison Thackston (Willie), Stephanie Miller (Billy), Kirsten Carrion (Armando), Andrew Hefner (Genny), Bianca McCrocklin (Russell), Haze Hefner, Deanna Parker (Marlin), Jake Hefner; 17 great-grandchildren; and one great-great granddaughter.
Funeral services were held Monday, March 23, 2015, at Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church with Rev. Msgr. James J. Flaherty officiating.
Burial was in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Andrew Hefner, Jake Hefner, Armando Carrion, Russell McCrocklin, Michael Miller, David Miller, Ren Avant, Chad Kelly, and Hunter Thackston (honorary).
The family would like to give a special thanks to the caregivers at Covenant Hospice and Mary’s dear friend Wanda Kelly for their kindness and compassion.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home South is entrusted with arrangements.
Kimberly Ann Beal
March 22, 2015
Kimberly Ann Beal, 47, of Pensacola, went to be with the Lord Saturday, March 7, 2015. Kim was born in Miami, FL, to Mildred and William Jennings. Kim lived life fully, passionately, bravely and courageously. She showed love to everyone she came in contact with and everyone loved her. Kim loved the beach, singing karaoke, and traveling; but most of all she loved spending time with her grandbabies and they loved spending time with their Maw Maw. She was unstoppable and she took anything she wanted with a smile.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Mildred Jennings; sister, Vickie McKee; her aunt and uncle, Wanda and Billy Bridgman; as well as her grandma, Jessie Calhoun.
Kimberly is survived by her children, Natasha, Timothy and April; her grandkids, Jasmine Beal, Timberly Carey, Miranda and Dalton Gibson, and Zoey Littlefield; father, William Jennings; four brothers, Johnny, Roger, Richard and Ronnie Fuller; one sister, Bonnie Brewer; her boyfriend of 17 years, John Edge; mother and father-in-law, Sandra and James Beal; father of her children and good friend, Tim Beal, Sr.; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Memorial services were held Monday, March 23, 2015, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home South.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Faith Chapel Funeral Home South.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to Faith Chapel Funeral Home to help with the cost of the services.
Herman W. Boudreaux
March 20, 2015
Herman W. Boudreaux, 35 of Cantonment, went to be with the Lord after a life-long battle with Cystic Fibrosis. He was loved by many but loved many more. He was an ASE certified mechanic and a professional ballroom dancer.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, George and Elizabeth Munstereifel Boudreaux, Sr.; and maternal grandmother, Frances Hyde Koch.
Herman is survived by his wife, Holly Boudreaux; step-daughter, Haley Smeltzer; parents, George and Nina Boudreaux, Jr.; sister, Shannon (Jeff) Cox; nieces, Erica and Laura Cox; and step-children, Angel and Dustin Simmons; and many, many friends who loved and cared for him.
We would like to thank the staff of Sacred Heart Hospital- Bayou Towers for all the care given to Herman.
Memorial services to be arranged at a later date.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Floyd W. Coleman
March 20, 2015
Floyd W. Coleman, 80, of Pensacola, died Sunday, March 15, 2015. He was born in Enon, FL and graduated from Ernest Ward High School. Floyd served in the U.S. Army before a 30 year retirement from Bellsouth in 1987. While employed he was an active member of Telephone Pioneers and involved in community work.
Floyd was a devoted husband, father and follower of Jesus Christ. He was ordained into the ministry at Enon Baptist Church where he became interim pastor. After moving to Gonzalez in 1974 he became a member and a deacon at Gonzales Baptist Church. He was a 50 plus year member as 32nd degree Scottish Rite Mason and a Shriner belonging to Hadji Shrine Temple Highlanders Unit. Floyd also volunteered his free time as a driver and transported children to and from the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Floyd owned and operated Gulf Breeze Propellers, Inc. He was truly one of a kind to many, all of whom have been deeply impacted by his loving, generous spirit and will never be the same without his presence in their lives. Floyd never hesitated to help anyone at any time whether a stranger, friend or family.
He was preceded in death by his son, Timothy Coleman; and his parents, John H. and Stella Coleman.
Floyd is survived by the love of his life of 50 years, Myrtle G. Coleman; son, Michael W. Coleman; sisters, Sharon “Bobbie” Dawson and Faye (Pete) Peterson; and grandchildren, Cam and Braidon Fredricksen.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2015, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Rev. Ray Chewning officiating.
Burial will follow in Enon Baptist Church Cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
James Arnold Lindsey
March 17, 2015
Mr. James Arnold Lindsey, 59, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2015, in Mobile.
Mr. Lindsey was a native of Stockton, Alabama and a resident of Canoe for most of his life. He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Zuline Lindsey; brother, Thomas Ray Lindsey; and sister, Annie Lindsey.
Survivors include his three sisters, Frances (Mack) Harrelson of Canoe, Martha Lindsey of Creola, AL and Claresse Foster of Rabun; four nephews and four nieces.
Funeral services will be Thursday, March 19, 2015, at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with the Rev. Malcolm Harrelson officiating.
Burial will follow at the Dean Cemetery.
Visitation will be Thursday, March 19, 2015 from noon until service time at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Mack Harrelson, Ricky Harrelson, Wendell Harrelson, Jimmy Boutwell, Shawn Boutwell and Coy Boutwell.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC is in charge of all arrangements.
Rebecca Lynn Stacey Warrick
March 17, 2015
Rebecca Lynn Stacey Warrick, age 49, of Jay, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2015, in Pensacola. Lynn was a graduate of Century High School. She loved playing Words with Friends and was much loved by her family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jeffery Warrick; her father, Fred Stacey; grandparents, Tally and Susan Atkins, and Mildred Stacey.
Lynn is survived by her sons, Jeffery Warrick Jr. and Tally (Cindel) Warrick; mother, Irene and stepfather, Ed Daughtery; mother-in-law, Carol Warrick; brother, Wayne Stacey; step-brother, James Scott; step-sister, Ellen (Lonnie) Hawsey; and step-brother Dale (Suzette) Scott.
Funeral services will be held for Lynn on Thursday, March 19, 2015, at 2 p.m. at Jay Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Matthew Dobson officiating.
Her burial will follow at Jay City Cemetery.
A visitation will be held to celebrate Lynn’s life from 1 p.m. until service time.
Pallbearers will be Michael Atkins, Jeffery Atkins, Donnie George, Chris Warrick, John Daughtery, and Robert Wolfe.
Calvin W. “Boogie” Hayles
March 17, 2015
Mr. Calvin W. “Boggie” Hayles, 84, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2015, in Bay Minette.
Mr. Hayles was a native and lifelong resident of Lottie. Mr. Hayles was founder and chief of Lottie Volunteer Fire Department, where he served as chief for 16 years and was an active member until his death. He was retired from NAS Pensacola, a veteran of the US Army and was a farmer. He was affectionately known as “Pop” by family and friends. He was member of the Lottie United Methodist Church.
Calvin Hayles, Jr. (Bubba) precedes him in death.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Earlene Killam Hayles of Lottie; one son, Keith (Kathy) Hayles of Lottie; one daughter, Betty Lynn (David) Corley of Lottie; two sisters, Ila Mae Kendrick of Rosinton, AL and Eunice McNeil of Semmes, AL; four grandchildren, Justin, Riley, Blane and Jerrod; and one great-grandchild, Keaton.
Funeral services will be Friday, March 20, 2015, at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Judd Coggin and Rev. Malcolm Harrelson officiating.
Burial will follow at Lottie Methodist Cemetery.
Visitation will be Friday, March 20, 2015 from noon until service time at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Jerrod Hayles, Blane Waltman and four firemen.
Honorary pallbearers will be volunteer firemen.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC, is in charge of all arrangements.
William I. McCurdy
March 17, 2015
William I. McCurdy, 94 of Pensacola, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2015.
He was born on Jan. 1, 1921, in Century to the late William and Florence Morris.
Mr. McCurdy was a Navy Veteran of World War II and a lifetime member of the Navy Masonic Lodge.
He is survived by his loving wife, Marie; one son, Bill (Betty) McCurdy; two grandchildren, Troy (Vicki) McCurdy and Terry (Randy) English; five great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren; three stepchildren, Lamar Simpson, Shirley Simmons, and Pam Green; and lots of nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2015, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Reverend Allen Harp officiating.
Burial will follow in Bayview Memorial Park Cemetery.
Family will receive friends one hour prior to services.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.