Gerald (Jerry) Lambeth
July 7, 2014
Gerald (Jerry) Lambeth, born March 10, 1949, passed away at the age of 65 on July 5, 2014.
Born in Century, he was raised in Flomaton. He went to school at Flomaton and graduated from Flomaton. He worked as a boilermaker out of Local 112 out of Mobile for 31 years. He was a fireman for Friendship Volunteer Fire Department for ten years and was chief for two years. He loved to hunt and fish.
He was survived by his wife, Shirley Lambeth of 40 ½ years; sons, Brady Lambeth (Donna Biggs) of Flomaton; Jason (Stacey) Lambeth of Pensacola; daughters, Kristy (Joey) Hutchcraft of Brewton, AL, daughter, Misty (Justin) Jerkins of Flomaton; brother, Johnny (Linda) Lambeth of Evergreen, AL; sister, Sue (Kenny) Bryan of Beatrice, AL and grandkids, Logan Lambeth, Olivia Lambeth, Tyler Riggs, Nathan & Trenton Lambeth, Megan Smith, Chandler Enfinger, Tyler Hutchcraft, Hannah Peacock, Harley Jerkins and JT Jerkins.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Marjorie Lambeth; and sister, Carol Beasley.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 8, 2014, at 10 a.m.. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Andy Boutwell officiating.
Burial will follow at the Traveler’s Rest Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Mike Boutwell, Jeremy Lee, Terry Boutwell, Billy Byrd, Earl Bradley, Daniel Higdon and Toby Boutwell.
Honorary pallbearer will be Billy Odom.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements
James O’Neal Amos
July 7, 2014
Mr. James O’Neal Amos, 57, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2014, in Atmore.
Mr. Amos was a native and lifelong resident of Atmore. Mr. Amos is preceded in death by his mother, Gladys Johnson Amos and father, James M. Amos.
He is survived by his four brothers, Clifford Amos, Carlton Amos, Will Amos and Thomas Amos all of Atmore; and three sisters, Carolyn (Jimmy) Jackson, Bernice (Joe) Pace and Polly Dean all of Atmore.
Funeral services were held Saturday, July 5, 2014, at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Grindle officiating.
Burial will follow at the Sullivan Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Robine Jackson, O’Neal Jackson, Stevy Jackson, Joe Pace, James Commalander and Casey Jackson.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Huston Wright Shell
July 7, 2014
Huston Wright Shell, 80, of Jay, passed away on July 5, 2014, after a short illness. He was born on January 10, 1934, to Loyd T. And Fanny Hall Shell in Jay. Huston was a lifetime resident of Jay. He graduated from Jay High School in 1952. He attended Auburn University and joined the US Air Force where he earned the National Defense Service Medal for designing a safer way to pack a parachute that is still in use today. After an Honorable Discharge he returned to Jay to farm with his father. However he soon started working at Chemstrand (Monsanto). He retired as a supervising foreman after 34 years. Huston loved God, family, children, hunting, fishing, farming, and grand adventures. He was an expert turkey hunter and was awarded a lifetime membership in the National Wildlife Turkey Federation for his achievements. Huston enjoyed sports of all kinds, especially Auburn football. War Eagle! He was a faithful member of Pine Level Baptist Church where he served as deacon and Sunday School teacher for many years.
Huston was preceded in death by his parents, Loyd and Fanny Shell; and son-in-law, Roger Earl Lewis.
Huston is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Gwen, who was a co-conspirator in many of his exploits; two devoted daughters, Dianne Lewis of Berrydale and Donna (Lawrence) Jackson of Jay; five grandchildren, Trent Lewis (Amelia Weekley), Cassie Lewis (Peter) Odahowski , Kerry McCall, Jeremy (Jessica) Odom and Megan (Cliffton) Carroll; six great-grandchildren, Braden Lewis, Erica McCall, Travis McCall, Walker Odom, Jason Carroll, and Alexis Carroll; two step-grandchildren, Stephen (Talia) Jackson, and Sonya (Reggie) Odom; five step-great-grandchildren, Colby, Baylie, and Allie Odom and Avarie and Payton Jackson; two brothers, Truss (Audrey) Shell of Jay, and Billy (Marguerite) Shell of Brewton; two sisters, Luellen (Mallory) Cooley of Jay and Gail Davis (Jeff Buchanan ) of Pensacola; one uncle, Otis (Estelle) Hall of Ocala, FL, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, 2014, at Jay Funeral Home.
Services will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 at Pine Level Baptist Church in Jay with Rev. Mark Stuart, Rev. Earle Greene, and Rev. Dennis Terry officiating.
Internment will be at Pine Level Baptist Church cemetery.
Pallbearers will be his grandchildren.
Honorary pallbearers will be his great-grandchildren, step-grandchildren, Martha Terry, Jan Smith, Davis Terry, Mary Jones, Frank Harold, Yvonne Hall, and Faye and Ben Hudson.
Flowers are welcome or donations may be made to Pine Level Baptist Church Children’s Fund.
Rev. Fillmore L. Enfinger
July 5, 2014
Rev. Fillmore L. Enfinger passed from this life and was received by his Lord on July 5, 2014. He was a life-long resident of Escambia County, Florida. He was born in 1932 and raised in Molino and was one of the few remaining graduates of the old Molino School. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.
During his ministry, he pastored Eighth Ave. Baptist Church (Beulah), Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church (McDavid), Six Mile Creek Baptist Church (Tampa) and First Baptist of Cottage Hill (Cantonment). Earlier in life, he also worked 24 years at St. Regis Paper Company. Rev. Enfinger was well loved and respected by all who knew him. North Escambia County had lost a great man and a humble minister. Our loss is Heaven’s gain.
Rev. Enfinger was preceded in death by his parents, Wiley and Mattie Enfinger; three brothers, Kenneth, Melvin and James Enfinger and one grandson, Dale Nathan Enfinger, Jr.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary Fant Enfinger; his three sons, Randy (Denise), Wesley (Lisa) and Dale (Cora); brother, Everette Enfinger; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren and a world of friends.
Visitation will be Monday, July 7, 2014, from 5 – 8 p.m. at Faith Chapel North. Funeral service will be Tuesday, July 8, 2014, at 11 a.m. at Faith Chapel North.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements
Elvena Brannon
July 5, 2014
Elvena Brannon, age 61 of Santa Rosa County, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2014.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, July 5, 2014. from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Pine Grove Baptist Church.
Funeral services will begin at 3 p.m. with Bro. Copeland officiating.
Burial will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery.
Barbara Evelyn Pettis
July 5, 2014
Barbara Evelyn Pettis, 94, of Cantonment, passed away July 3, 2014.
A visitation will be held Monday July 7, 2014, from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, with funeral services to follow at 2 p.m.
Billie C. Dewberry Spears
July 4, 2014
Mrs. Billie C. Dewberry Spears, 82 of Atmore, passed away Wednesday July 2, 2014, in Atmore. She was a retired secretary with over 20 years of service to the First United Methodist Church of Atmore. She was born on July 4, 1931 in Vincent, Ala., to the late Charles Gordon and Wilma Wilemon Dewberry. She attended Auburn University, was a member of the Epsilon Sigma Alpha Service Sorority, and was a Pink Lady at South West Mississippi Regional Medical Center in McComb, MS.
Survivors include her husband of over 55 years, James D. Spears of Atmore; one son, Stanley D. (Elizabeth) Spears of Birmingham; one daughter, Leigh Ann Horst of Orange Park, Fla; and two grandsons, Jacob Charles Horst and Jordan Kyle Horst.
Services will be Saturday, July 5, 2014, at 10 a.m. from the First United Methodist Church of Atmore with Rev. Deborah Bishop officiating. Family will receive friends Saturday, July 5, 2014, at the first United Methodist Church of Atmore from 9 a.m. until service time. Graveside services will be Saturday, July 5, 2014, at 3 p.m. in Auburn Memorial Park Cemetery Auburn, Ala.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the First United Methodist Church of Atmore Building Fund.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements.
James Ernest Carlisle
July 4, 2014
James Ernest Carlisle, 85 of Cantonment passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2014. Ernest was born on March 15, 1929, in Muscogg, FL to the late John T. Carlisle and Clara Garrett Carlisle. Ernest retired from International Paper Mill after 44 years of service. He loved his job and was very dedicated to his work.
Ernest was preceded in death on September 30, 2009. by his wife of 59 years, Geraldine V. Carlisle; his parents; and his daughter, Joyce Goodwin.
He is survived by his children, Larry (Debbie) and Bo (Diane) Carlisle; grandchildren, Cory, Mandy, Jay, Kaila, Kim, Amy, Matt and Marshall; a number of great-grandchildren; son-in- law, Larry Goodwin; and numerous other relatives.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 5, 2014, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is entrusted with arrangements.
Donald Eugene Butler
July 4, 2014
Donald was born on June 5, 1954, and passed away on June 16, 2014, in Indianapolis, IN. He lived in Walnut Hill from 1996-2010.
Don leaves behind his wife, Glenda Butler, of 17 years; three step-sons, David Haid, John Haid (Joni) and Gregory Haid (Lindsay); seven grandchildren; two sisters, Elaine (Dave), Kris (Scott); six nieces, five nephews and seven great-nephews.
He is preceeded in death by his parents, Edwin and Dorothy Butler; one brother, Charlie and one sister, Gwen.
Services will be held at Barrancas National Cemetary on July 9, 2014, at 11 a.m.
Henry Curtis Tedder “Junior”
July 4, 2014
Henry Curtis Tedder “Junior” was born April 5, 1948, and passed away on June 29, 2014, at his home on Tedder Hill.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James Curtis Tedder and Effie “Della” Ardella Cobb Tedder; and sister, Roda Tedder.
He is survived by his son, Jessie James (Sherrell) Tedder; granddaughters, Mirandra Grice, Autumn Lyell, Storm Lyell and great-granddaughter, Skarlet Boyd; son, George (Jamie) Batz “Shay”, grandchildren, Angel Philyaw, Jasmyn Walker, Austin and Dallas Batz; step-daughter, Cheryl Henderson (Jason) and granddaughters, Stepanie, Kayla, Kimberly and Marilyn; great-grandchildren, Christopher, Kallie and Roger, his “adopted” sons, Jerry Capers and Dwayne Young; a sister, Francess Janett Tedder Lowry; nieces, Suzie, Lisa, Linda, Lisa Hawkins and Sabrina; and nephew, Charles.
“Junior” Tedder was a Veteran of the Marines in the Vietnam War and a POW. He was a truck driver and a logger. He enjoyed motorcycles and loved his family deeply. He was always helping someone out.
We would like to give a special appreciation to his cousin Henry T. Tedder for being his caretaker.
A private memorial will be set at a later date.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.