William T. (Bill) Taylor
December 7, 2014
William T. (Bill) Taylor, 89, patriarch of the Taylor family, passed away peacefully at his home Friday, December 5, 2014, in Molino.
Bill was a charter member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church and a graduate of Tate High School. He served in the Pacific during World War II and he proudly visited Washington DC as part of the Honor Flight in 2011.
Bill retired from St. Regis/Champion/International Paper and was awarded the prestigious Jim Robinson Award in 1985 for his leadership abilities. He was a two time Past Master of West Florida Lodge 210 and a member of the Scottish Rite.
He was preceded in death by his parents, A. J. and Addie Taylor; his siblings, Lottie Taylor Gilley, Melissa Taylor Draden, Edna Taylor Smith, Ruth Taylor Golightly, Elle Mae Taylor King, A. J. Jack Taylor, and Brooks Taylor; and a grandson, Chad Williamson.
Bill leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved wife, Edna Taylor; his children, Debbie (Bill) Terry, Cindy (Dink) Kennedy, Jackie (Gene) Milstid, Terry (Pat) Monahan, William (Billy) (Dalia) Taylor, Jr., and Ronnie (Teresa) Williamson; and his best friend and fishing buddy, Peter Hensel. He was blessed with 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. He will always be remembered as a loving husband, wonderful grandfather, and loyal friend. He will be greatly missed by all.
Visitation will be the evening of Monday, December 8, 2014, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.
Services will be held at Aldersgate United Methodist Church on Tuesday, December 9, 2014, at 2 p.m., with the Reverends Jimmy Cook, Ed Cotton, and Jack Taylor, Jr. officiating.
Graveside service with military honors will follow the service at Crabtree Church Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Larry King, Alan King, Gerald Taylor, Chris Golightly, Dick Joiner, and Troy Booker.
Memorials can be made in his honor to the Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 50th Anniversary Celebration or Covenant Hospice.
Keith Bryan Williams
December 7, 2014
Keith Bryan Williams was born June 4, 1970, and passed away December 6, 2014. He was a graduate of JM Tate High School Class of 1990 and worked at Escambia County Utilities for about 10 years. He was an avid wrestling fan and fan of Alabama football “ROLL TIDE”. He loved all his dogs Sid, Precious, Nolie, Lily and Brody.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lori Ann Williams; mother, Sandra Williams Latner; sister, Felecia Williams; brother, Keven Williams; grandparents, Eddie and Margaret Tarkus, and many aunts and uncles that he loved so dearly!
He is survived by his brother, Todd (Jessica) Williams; sister, Mylinda (Yurii) Bowden-Dougherty; step-daughters, Vivian (Chris) Stockwell and Valerie Lowe; father, Jimmie Williams; stepfather, Tim Latner; grandchildren, Arwynn and Asa Stockwell and Kalyssa Pack; brother-in-law, Eugene James; nephews, Michael and Thomas Dougherty, BJ, Justin and Bradley James; niece, Kayla Hughes; and his best friend of all David “Bubba” Middleton.
Pallbears will be Michael and Thomas Dougherty, Bubba Middleton, Fred Hutcherson, Ernie Tarkus and Joey Tarkus.
In lieu of flowers the family would accept a donation towards Keith’s funeral expenses.
Nancy Gunter Darby
December 7, 2014
Nancy Gunter Darby, 70, of McDavid, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, December 5, 2014, with her husband of 53 years by her side.
Nancy was born May 7, 1944 in Pensacola to the late L.O. and Olyne Gunter. She spent her early years in Pensacola and later moved to McDavid and lived with her family on the banks of the Escambia River.
She was a radiant bride on February 24, 1961, when she married James R. (Ronnie) Darby. They built a home and settled on a farm in McDavid. She and Ronnie enjoyed going fishing on the river and gulf shores, traveling to baseball games, playing gin rummy, and big Sunday dinners with their growing family and lots of siblings, nieces and nephews. In 1974 Nancy became a bus driver for Escambia County public schools and for 30 years was the joyful good morning smile to generations of area children.
She and Ronnie enjoyed traveling and had many great adventures (and stories) with her brothers and sisters. They enjoyed watching the sun rise over the Atlantic on Dayton beach; and sunsets over the Pacific coat in Washington. They traveled from coast to coast and north to south.
She was preceded in death by her firstborn daughter, Tracey Lynn Darby Simmons; son-in-law, Henny Simmons; brothers, Jimmie Gunter, Jack Gunter and Louis Gunter.
She is survived by her husband, James R. (Ronnie) Darby; sons, Jaime (and Janine) of St Jacob, Illinois, and Kevin (and Pam) Darby of Herndon, Virginia; grandchildren, Trey (and Aimee) Simmons, Ron (and Nicole) Darby, Amanda (and Luke) Himes, Kristin (and Jeremy) Lambeth, Kyle Simmons, Ben Darby, Sara Darby, Megan Darby and Tristan Darby; great-grandchildren, Kaleb Simmons, Kaylee Himes, Keiton Simmons, Cayden Simmons, Mason Darby, Anzley Himes, Aubree Darby and Trace Lambeth; brother, Joe (and Joyce) Gunter; sisters, Barbara (and Jack) Ryals, Peggy (and Darrell) Barrow; mother-in-law, Delorse Darby; and Piper and Scooter.
Nancy/Granny will be remembered for a great many things. She made the best fried oysters, seafood gumbo, dumplings, greens and peas. She gave the best hugs, always had an ear and a heart to listen and took the time to take you fishing. She was liked by all with whom she was acquainted.
To everyone who has supported us during Nancy’s passing, the family would like to extend our sincere thanks for your many kindnesses and for the condolences and support that we have received.
Funeral services will be held Monday, December 8, 2014, at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with the Rev. Robert Barrow officiating.
Burial will follow at the Crary Memorial Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Trey Simmons, Kyle Simmons, Ron Darby, Ben Darby, Tristan Darby, Jeremy Lambeth and Nep Joey Gunter.
Helen Kowalski Beadle
December 6, 2014
Helen Kowalski Beadle died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on December 4, 2014.
She was born to Frank and Sophie (Bethka) Kowalski in Oswego, NY on March 9, 1922. Two years after finishing high school, she took the train to Montgomery, AL, to marry her true love, Avery Howard Beadle, who was serving there in the Army Air Corps. They were wed in June, 1942. After the war, they moved to Cantonment where Avery worked for the St. Regis Paper Company.
Helen was a devout Catholic and a devoted wife and mother of two children. She was an excellent homemaker, cook, and seamstress. When her children were older, she became certified as a teacher’s aide and worked for several years at Woodham High School and Jim Allen Elementary. She enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and was hard to beat at Scrabble. In later years, she and Avery made several trips to Europe and were active in square and round dancing.
Helen is survived by her husband of 72 years, Avery H. Beadle; two children, Sylvia Beadle Zurko of Colorado, and Gary (Danise) Beadle of Cantonment; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
After cremation she will be interred at Barrancas National Cemetery at a later date. Faith Chapel North is handling the arrangements. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Catholic Charities, Habitat for Humanity, or Manna Food Bank.
Friends are invited to visit the family at 100 Morris Avenue in Cantonment, between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Friday, December 12.
Ada Inman
December 6, 2014
Ada Inman, age 79 of Jay, passed away on December 4, 2014. She was a resident of Century Care Center and enjoyed flower gardening and working in her yard. Ada was a Protestant by faith and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister. She was a loving woman to all who knew her.
Ada was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Jennie Attaway and several brothers and sisters.
Ada is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, “Sarge” Inman; daughter, Ester Marie Moore (Ace); sons, Theron Russell Inman (Karen) and David Inman (Maria); brother, Joe Ivey Attaway; sisters, Alice Campbell, Geneva Attawa, and Azaline Dunsford; grandchildren, Corey Inman and Bentley Kirkland and numerous other grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2014, at 2 p.m. at Jay Funeral Home chapel.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Alzheimer’s Management organizations.
Bobbie Glenda (Strickland) White
December 6, 2014
Bobbie Glenda (Strickland) White, 79, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 4, 2014, in Indianapolis, IN.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Losson D. White; parents, James Howard Strickland and Vera (Daniels) Strickland; and great-granddaughter, Kinley Nevaeh Clarke.
Mrs. White is survived by her son, Kenneth H. White; daughter, Glenda V. Butler; five grandchildren, David W. Haid, John C. (Joni) Haid, Greg A. (Lindsay) Haid, Manda L. (Jess) Clarke and Losson D. White; and 13 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2014, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Bro. Roy Chewning, officiating.
Burial to follow in Barrancas National Cemetery.
Family will receive friends at 10:30 a.m. until time of service.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Community Home Health, 9894 East 121st Street, Fishers, IN 46037.
Pallbearers will be David W. Haid, John C. Haid, Greg A. Haid and Kenneth H. White.
Honorary pallbearers will be Ernie Hester, Vince Milstead and Billy Ward.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Billy E. “Gene” Salter
December 4, 2014
Today I say goodbye to the love of my life and our children’s lives.
Gene was born in Pensacola and made a living as an industrial carpenter all of his working life. He was an avid outdoorsman. He loved fishing, hunting, golfing and gardening.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Billie and Mayzel Salter; three brothers, Ronnie, Timmy and Raymond; and a sister, Judy Smith.
Gene is survived by his wife and best friend, Teresa; three daughters, Melissa, Sherry (Jason) Stagg, Amity (Matt) Nowling; and ‘the love of his life,’ our granddaughter, Alyssa Kaye “Bae’ Bae’”; sister, Brenda (Tex) Jefferson; brothers, Kenneth, Terry, Donnie and Mark Salter; and several nieces and nephews.
As we say goodbye to Gene we would love for you to come and celebrate his life with us on Saturday, December 6, 2014, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Visitation will be held from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. with memorial service starting at 3 p.m.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Larry “Pops” Williams
December 2, 2014
Larry “Pops” Williams passed away on November 24th 2014.
Larry was born in Century on March 13th 1950. He retired from the Navy after serving his country for 21 years. Larry will be deeply missed and is survived by his 93-year old mother Margarette Williams; two brothers, David and Buddy and four sisters, Aileen, Florene, Ellen, and Elaine. He also leaves behind two daughters, Danielle Bomhold and Lee McGaha; a son, Larry Williams Jr. and six grandchildren, Payton, Alexis, Jordan, Seth, Olivia and Paul.
Memorial services will be at the Alger Sullivan Historical Society, 610 4th Street in Century on December 7th at 2 pm.
Helen Marie Shiver
December 2, 2014
Helen Marie Shiver, 75 of Pensacola, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2014.
Mrs. Shiver was born on March 6, 1939, in Pensacola to the late Claudis and Emma Sasser.
She is survived by her husband, Fred R. Shiver, Jr.; three sons, Barry (Gwen), Gregory (Connie), and Craig (Vickie) Shiver; two grandsons; two granddaughters; two great grandsons; a brother, Thomas (Cheryl) Sasser; and a special friend, Mona Jernigan.
A funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, December 5, 2014, at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church with Rev. Thomas Koyickal, officiating. Burial to follow in Holy Cross Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 4, 2014 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with a rosary starting at 6:00 p.m..
Rachel “Aunt Diddy” Butler
December 2, 2014
Rachel “Aunt Diddy” Butler, 97 of Molino passed away on Friday, November 28, 2014.
Mrs. Butler had worked in the school system for 43 years. The last 17 years she had worked civil service in the office at Tate High School. She was a member of Allen Memorial United Methodist Church.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Charles B. Butler, Jr.; son, Charles M. Butler; brothers, Billy English, E.T. English, McClellan English and John D. English; sisters, Kate Reeves, Agnes Weatherford, Inez English and Lucille White.
Mrs. Butler is survived by her grandson, Mark (Paula) Butler; great grandson, Blake Butler; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A very special thank you to West Florida Hospital Floor 2 North: Jill, Kelly, Sophia, and Lillie for all the wonderful care given to Aunt Diddy.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 3, 2014 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Pastor Fred Stallworth, officiating. Burial to follow in St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church Cemetery.
Family will receive friends from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 2, 2014, at the funeral home.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements