Paul Howard Godwin
October 5, 2014
Mr. Paul Howard Godwin, 60, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2014, in Pensacola.
Mr. Godwin was a native of Atmore and a lifelong resident of Bratt. Mr. Godwin was a member of the Bratt Baptist Church. His father, Lester Godwin and infant son precede him in death.
He is survived by his mother, Nell Godwin of Bratt; wife, Gail B. Godwin of Bratt; one son, Matthew Paul Godwin of Bratt; and two brothers, Lester Lynn (Judy) Godwin of Pensacola, and Wayne Godwin of Bratt.
Graveside services will be held Monday, October 6, 2014, at 1 p.m. at the Godwin Cemetery with Rev. Delbert Redditt officiating.
Visitation will be held Monday, October 6, 2014, from 10 am. until 12 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Ernest J. Burns
October 5, 2014
Ernest J. Burns, 89 of Cantonment, passed away on Saturday, October 04, 2014.
Mr. Burns was born in Toone, TN on May 16, 1925, to the late George H. and Alice Wells Burns.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel I. Burns; son, Travis Burns; three brothers; three sisters; and a son-in-law.
Mr. Burns is survived by his seven children, Larry (Christy) Burns of Sugar Grove, PA, G.W. (Pam) Neal of Cantonment, Linda (Wendell) Rakestraw of Centre, AL, Theresa (Roger, deceased) Harris of Eufaula, AL, Vickie Crutchfield of Wichita Falls, TX, and Nathan (Cathy) Burns of Pace; nine grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; and two brothers, Robert (Jane) Burns of Wheat Ridge, CO and Earl (Elaine) Burns of Aurora, IL.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, October 7, 2014, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Rev. Ralph Flowers officiating.
Burial to follow in Gonzalez United Methodist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6 – 8 p.m. on Monday, October 6, 2014, at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will be Michael Neal, David Neal, Aaron Neal, Keith Owens, Adam Burns and Brian Burns.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Edward Quinnon “Buddy” Campbell
October 5, 2014
Edward Quinnon “Buddy” Campbell, born February 9, 1921, was called to his eternal home by his Heavenly Father on October 3, 2014.
He was graced with 93½ years of earthly life where he had prepared for this journey and was well prepared. He loved the Lord and believed wholly in the Bible and its teachings without concession. He is a charter member of Berrydale Baptist Church and was dedicated to supporting and ensuring the church operated according to Biblical standards. His faithfulness was evident in his daily living and his life was his belief in action. He believed in attending church, helping others, getting along with each other, and working hard. His love of the Lord was followed by his love of life, family, and friends. Family and friends could always depend on him in times of need knowing that he would do whatever he could. He loved everyone and never met a stranger. Farming was a favorite pastime of his; he loved to plant, tend, and grow vegetables which he generously shared with everyone. Edward valiantly served in the Army Hq. Co. 238th Engineer Brigade European Theatre of Operations during World War II. He was involved in the Invasion of Normandy – he has recounted being dropped off shore about what seemed to be a mile out and having to wade to shore. In November, 1944, at the Battle of Aachan, Germany, his feet were frozen and he was hospitalized and treated then returned to duty. In January, 1945, during the Battle of the Bulge following the German break-through his feet were again frozen and sent for treatment. These injuries caused problems for the remainder of his life. After being discharged, he farmed and also gained employment at NAS Whiting Field and performed several different jobs during his 40+ years including Supply and Fuel. While working in Fuel he realized that a lot of fuel was being wasted using the system they had. He created and began using a system that saving the fuel. His superiors were so impressed with his system they proposed the system to their superiors and it was adopted as the approved method for fueling. His system was implemented nationally and he was recognized for his innovation.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 66 years, Lillie Nell Anderson Campbell; six children: James Edward (Sylvia); Roger Earl (Joy); Anthony Wayne (Carolyn); Richard Lavon (Cindy); Raymond Lavon (Traci); and Nelda Kay (Ray) White; six sisters: Betty Jane (Bert) Larson; Alma Lois Simmons; Nadie Griswold; Catherine Simmons; Jewel Driskell; and Mildred Smith; 16 grandchildren: Kelly (Thomas) Ward; Tonya (Brock) Morais; Jessica (Matthew) Storey; Geoffrey Campbell; Chris Campbell; Scott Campbell; Kimberly (Jayson) Douglas; Kara (Daniel) Cook; Shane Campbell; Jonathan Campbell; Laura (Brian) Carnley; Levi Campbell; Sarah Campbell; Brittany White; Brandon White; Bethany White; and a multitude of great-grandchildren, and one great-great-child. He is preceded in death by his parents: Edward “Bob” Frank Campbell and Sallie Ola Slade Campbell; two sisters and two brothers: Willie Vera Spicer; Ann E. Campbell (infant); Franklin Campbell; and Ira “Son” Campbell.
The family extends a heart-felt “thank you” to Dr. Muthusamy Velusamy for his incredible care of our husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, shining example, and hero. Dr. Velusamy treated him with expertise, compassion, and respect. He knew that he was elderly but he looked at him as a person not an age. When other doctors said that they wouldn’t treat him Dr. Velusamy saved his life and extended it by years. We are eternally grateful for him. We also would like to thank the Hospice unit and doctors at West Florida Hospital who treated him who caringly helped guide our decisions and made his last days better.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2014, at 3:00 p.m. at Berrydale Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. for family members and 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. for friends and guests. Burial will follow at Elizabeth Chapel Cemetery in Chumuckla, FL, with military and masonic rights.
Pallbearers will include Frank Lowry, Levi Blackmon, Derek Blackmon, David McCurdy, Wayne Cook, and Gene Ellis. Honorary pallbearers will be: James Simmons, Herbert “Bud” Rowell, W.L. Bray, Sam Davis, Duane Bond, Don Cassidy, Jim Cagle, and Masonic brothers from Lodge #16.
Wilbert Rolin
October 5, 2014
Mr. Wilbert Rolin, 74, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2014, in Atmore.
Mr. Rolin was a native and lifelong resident of Atmore. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Voncile Rolin; his second wife, Joyce Rolin; and two brothers.
Survivors include his two daughters, Patricia (Freddie) Weekley and JoAnn Hiebert; three step-children, Paula Hall, Linda McCall and Michael Blackburn; five brothers; four sisters; eight grandchildren, Doug Respress, David Respress, Mandy Hodges, Lance Hodges, Jonathan Rolin, Alisa Rolin, Joey Rolin and Angie Hyatt; 11 great-grandchildren, Hunter Edwards, Cody Edwards, Taylor Repress, Preston Respress, Kaitlyn Repress, Kristina Respress, Sean Repress, Alaina Hodges, Lakota Hodges, Cameron McCall and Ana McCall.
Funeral services will be Monday, October 6, 2014, at 3 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Earl Harrison officiating.
Burial will follow at the Oak Hill Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be grandsons, Lance Hodges, Doug Respress, David Respress, Hunter Edwards, Cody Edwards, Cameron McCall and Preston Respress.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Edward Earl Rigby, Sr.
October 2, 2014
Edward Earl Rigby Sr., 80 of Cantonment, passed away on September 30, 2014. He was born in Goodway, AL on July 25, 1934. He was actively involved in the Shriners, Escambia 15 Mason’s and the Scottish Rite.
He was preceded in death by his parents, C.U. and Elsie Rigby; and brother, Curtis Rigby.
Edward is survived by his wife of 59 years, Edna; daughter, Tammy; son, Edward (Chanda) Rigby, Jr.; sister, Agnes (Glenn) Grant; brother, Kenny (Sharon) Rigby; and six grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 5, 2014, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North in Cantonment. Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until service time. Pastors Larry Anderson and Michael Cobb of St. Luke’s Methodist Church will be officiating.
Burial to follow in Gonzalez United Methodist Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in the name of Edward Rigby Sr.
Pallbearers will be Michael Grant, Keith Grant, Travis Grant, Ramsey Rigby, Randon Rigby, Tim Rigby, Chad Rigby and Pat Palmer.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Jerry D. Statham
September 29, 2014
Jerry D. Statham, 71, from Molino, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2014.
Jerry was born in Albertville, AL but moved to the Pensacola area in 1970 due to Navy deployment. Jerry loved everything about the area, including the military, the hunting and fishing and church involvement, enough to call it his permanent home. Jerry proudly served 20 years in the US Navy and then continued to work in Navy contract maintenance with the Northrop, Raytheon and L3 as an aviation electrician.
He is preceded in death by his mother and father, J.B. and Lilla Mae Statham.
Jerry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Linda; his daughter and son-in-law, Sonya and Tim Doten; sister, Kathryn Naomi Cornelius; brothers-in-law, Gary Miller, Roger Miller and Kenneth Cornelius; and multiple cousins, nieces and nephews.
He was a member of Highland Baptist Church in Molino.
Services are scheduled for Thursday, October 2, 2014, at Faith Chapel North with Pastor Brian Calhoun officiating. Visitation will begin at 11 a.m. with services at to follow at 12 p.m.
Interment will be at 2 p.m. at Barrancas National Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Harold Holder, Charles Barton, Jackie Cunningham, Charles Purvis, Ed Latham, and Bill Miller.
Honorary pallbearers will be members of Adult III Sunday School class and Highland Baptist Church.
Jean Findley
September 29, 2014
Mrs. Jean Findley, 85, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2014, in Century.
Mrs. Findley was a native of Florala, AL and a resident of Byrneville for most of her life. Mrs. Findley was a member of the Sew-in-Sew Club of McDavid and she attended the Poplar Dell Baptist Church. Her husband, L.B. “Shorty” Findley, precedes her in death.
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Gene & Sharon (McKayla) Findley of Byrneville; one grandchild, Heather Ann Jordan of Pensacola; two great-grandchildren; two special families, Janae (Mike) Stillwell and children of Bratt and Karen Jones and children of Montgomery, AL.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 1, 2014, at 10 a.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Mitch Herring officiating.
Burial will follow at the Green Acres Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Judson Carden, Mike Stillwell, Danny Findley, David Findley, Thad Riley and Carl Gandy.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Lois Underwood Howell
September 29, 2014
Lois Underwood Howell, 87, of Pensacola, died Friday, September 26, 2014. She was born July 24, 1927, in Shawmut (Valley) AL and had been a resident of Pensacola the past 60 years. She worked at Monsanto Corporation and Montgomery Ward. Mrs. Howell was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church where she enjoyed the Senior Adult Programs.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Elton (Hank) Howell.
Lois is survived by her son, Larry E (Teresa) Howell of Cantonment; her daughter, Linda H (Tim) Witt of Pensacola; grandson, Brian L (Wendy) Howell of Milton; grandson, Eric H Howell of Tampa; her great-grandchildren, Shane Howell of Tallahassee and Lauren Howell of Milton; sister-in-law, Ann (Barry) Hooks of Opelika, AL; as well as loving nieces, nephews and friends.
A time of visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 1, 2014, from 12 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Hillcrest Baptist Church, 800 E Nine Mile Road, Pensacola, FL, with funeral services to follow at 1:30 p.m.
Burial will follow in Bayview Memorial Park.
The family would like to thank the staff of Grandview Assisted Living, Specialty Center and a very special thanks to Regency Hospice, especially Krystal, Lelanya and Mike.
Flowers will be accepted or memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association , PO Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011 or to Hillcrest Baptist Church.
Arrangements entrusted to Rose Lawn Funeral Home of Gulf Breeze.
AJ Yarbrough
September 29, 2014
AJ Yarbrough, age 80 of Milton, passed away on September 28, 2014. AJ enjoyed fishing and hunting in his spare time. He served in the United States Army and retired from the U.S. Postal Service. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.
AJ is survived by his loving wife of 48 years “Bea”; children, Jim (Terry) Swager, Willie Swager, David Swager, Pete Swager, Kirk Swager, “Jimmy” Wayne Swager, and David (Jazzmin) Swager; grandchildren, BJ (Ashley) Swager, Timothy Swager, Robert (Britteny) Swager, and Sarah Swager; his great-grandchildren, Alexis Dawn, Matthew, Ethan, Logan, Jose, “Little David”, Lilee, Hayley, and Aria; and two sisters, Thelma Fletcher and Loretta (Frederick) Hargis.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 2, 2014, at Olivet Baptist Church with Brother Jim Lassiter officiating.
A graveside service will follow at 1:15 p.m. at Barrancas National Cemetery in Pensacola with military honors.
Jay Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.
Julia Elizabeth Vincent Welker
September 29, 2014
Julia Elizabeth Vincent Welker, 89, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 28, 2014.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Missouri Elizabeth Williams Vincent and Clifford Jefferson Vincent, Sr.; her son, Roger Larry Thrasher; and her husband, Warren “Buddy” Thomas Welker.
Julia is survived by her six children, Claudia Wynne, Carolyn Sirmon, Hugh Welker, Terry Welker, Judy Creighton, Thomas Welker, Paul Welker and Gina Asters; 19 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren; and her two brothers, Clifford Vincent, Jr. and Johnnie Vincent.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 3, 2014, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North in Cantonment with Bro. Bill Flannigan officiating.
Burial will follow in Bayview Memorial Cemetery.
Family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, October 2, 2014, at the funeral home.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.