Paul Wilkerson Moore
March 14, 2014
Mr. Paul Wilkerson Moore, Jr., 85, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2014, in Pensacola.
Mr. Moore was a native and lifelong resident of Bluff Springs. Mr. Moore was a loving father and grandfather.
Survivors include his three sons, Ron (Rhonda) Moore of Holt, FL, Paul A. (Cindy Chadwick) Moore of Nashville, TN and William Keith Moore of Bluff Springs; one daughter, Cathie (Randy) Hendricks of Pensacola; two sisters, Margaret (Theodore) Creamer of Byrneville, and Hazel (Bob) Boyarski of Panama City; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be Tuesday, March 18, 2014, at 3:30 p.m. at the Crary Memorial Cemetery.
Visitation will be Tuesday, March 18, 2014, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Shriners Children’s hospital.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Rickey Lee Powell
March 13, 2014
Rickey Lee Powell, 46 of Atmore, passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2014 in Bay Minette. He was a native of Atmore. He was a commercial bus driver and a devoted Christian and member of the Healing Waters Church in Bay Minette. He loved his kids and did all he could for them. Always knew how to get a smile out of you and was extremely loyal to everyone he loved.
He was born on September 14, 1967, to the late Roy “Red” and Ruby Godwin Powell.
He is preceded in death by two brothers, Buddy Powell and Charlie Powell and one sister, Judy Powell Scott.
Survivors include his son, Richard Powell of Atmore; daughter, Sarah Powell of Atmore; three brothers, PeeWee (Ann) Powell and Gary Powell all of Atmore and Donnie (Shawn) Powell of Tennessee; one sister, Katie (Elvis) Presley of Atmore; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Services will be Friday, March 14, 2014, at 3 p.m. from Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Richard Daniels officiating.
Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Johnny Rolin, Larry Bonds, John Johnson, Kenny Powell, R.D. Powell and Blaine Jeter.
Family will receive friends, Friday March 14, 2014, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home from 2 p.m. until service time.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Ewell Benjamin Baxley
March 13, 2014
Ewell Benjamin Baxley, 77 of Atmore, passed away Thursday, March 13, 2014, in Bay Minette. He was retired superintendent with the oil field. He was born in Coffee Springs, Ala., on August 23, 1936, to the late Henry and Zella Mae Danford Baxley. He also was an avid fisherman.
He is preceded in death by three brothers, John J. Baxley, Leonard Baxley and Julian Baxley.
Survivors include his wife, Margaret Green Baxley of Atmore; children, James (Gloria) Long of Laredo, TX, Donald (Maxine) Long of Fort Worth, TX, Sarah Long of Atmore, Yurtha Riojas of Asherton, TX, Ronnie (Elia) Long of Laredo, TX, David (Estela) Cardwell of McAllen, TX, Deborah (Eric) Lugad of Missouri, Robert (Juanita) Cardwell of Milton, Leslie (Leslie) Long of Columbia, SC, Kathy (Larry) Goings of Milton, Richard (Eva) Long of Austin, TX and Sandra Robins of Houston, TX; daughter-in-law, Judy Long of Washington; sister, Audrey Ruth Bryan of Paxton; sisters-in-law, Ludene Baxley of Coffee Springs and Evon Nowling of Jay; 18 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.
Services will be Monday, March 17, 2014, at 11 a.m. from the Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Waylon Quinley officiating.
Interment will follow in Spears Cemetery in East Brewton.
Family will receive friends Monday, March 17, 2014, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home from 10 a.m. until service time at 11 a.m.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Steve Hill
March 12, 2014
A devoted husband and father, Steve Hill was married to Jeri Hill for 35 years. They recently relocated to the Gulf Shores of Alabama where Steve went home to be with Jesus, Sunday March 9th 2014.
Steve Hill was born in Ankara, Turkey in 1954 to a military family. Later they moved to Huntsville, Alabama. In his early teen years, his struggle with drug addiction began, resulting in several run-ins with the law.
In 1975, Steve’s life took a dramatic turn after a near death experience due to a drug overdose. He had been suffering for three days with violent convulsions when a Lutheran vicar visited his home and offered to pray with him. As Steve called upon the name of Jesus, the convulsions ceased and he was healed, delivered, and gloriously made new. Shortly after his miraculous conversion, his past caught up with him and he was arrested due to several unlawful activities prior to receiving Christ. Steve was facing serious felony charges and should have been incarcerated. However, God intervened and instead of prison, he was probated to the Teen Challenge drug and alcohol program.
Upon graduating, he was selected to attend David Wilkerson’s Twin Oaks Bible Academy in Lindale, Texas, where he met his future wife, Jeri Larson. They were married in 1979. The young couple soon entered into full time ministry, and began working with Outreach Ministries of Alabama under the direction of Jim Summers. From Alabama, they went on to serve as youth pastors in Panama City and Tallahassee, Florida. They soon began to sense a call to foreign missions, and doors opened for them to relocate to Argentina to plant churches.
In a span of seven of years, they planted seven churches in Argentina and held crusades throughout South America. Their ministry expanded to planting several churches and establishing Teen Challenge centers in Granada, Spain and Baranovichi, Belarus. Steve was preparing for a crusade in Belarus when his plans were divinely diverted.
On Father’s Day 1995, he was invited to preach a service at Brownsville Assembly of God in Pensacola. Revival ignited, sparking what soon became known around the world as the Brownsville Revival. This was the longest running church revival in American history to date, drawing a cumulative attendance of over four million people from more than 150 nations. Steve preached four nights a week for five years during the revival, and hundreds of thousands came to Christ and received a fresh touch from God.He began holding arena crusades throughout America and across the world. Burdened with the desire to reach the multitudes who couldn’t come to the revival, in 2000 he relocated his ministry to Dallas, Texas, where international travel would be more easily facilitated.
While at a crusade in Vienna, Austria in 2002, the Lord spoke to him, instructing him that it was time to plant a church in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. In 2003, he founded Heartland World Ministries Church and a year later established Heartland School of Ministry. He served as senior pastor until 2012, when his battle with cancer rendered him unable to continue.
Despite the brutal affects of melanoma, he continued to minister by launching several Internet evangelism projects including ProdigalsOnly.com, a website that has helped to lead thousands of prodigals back home to Jesus. During this time Steve also wrote several books and numerous articles, in addition to launching a television broadcast called From the Frontlines.
Following the example set by his own spiritual fathers David Wilkerson and Leonard Ravenhill, Steve sought to invest himself into the future generation of young evangelists and ministers. He spent hours pouring into these upcoming leaders, training, discipling, and equipping them for the work of the ministry, often disregarding his own pain and physical limitations.
Steve Hill has been hailed as one of the greatest evangelists of this generation, known worldwide for his passion for Jesus and his selfless dedication to reach the lost. His message of revival and repentance has truly touched the hearts of millions.
Steve’s heart was always on reaching the lost whether preaching to the multitudes or sharing Jesus with people one-on-one. Often times, he would step away from the crowds that came to his meetings to give a word of encouragement to a little child or to spend a few minutes praying with a drug addict, a prostitute or gang member. He preached with tears and regardless of the occasion, whether a wedding, graduation services, or funerals, was poised to give an altar call to the lost.
His greatest desire was to see Jesus one day and cast the crown of his rewards at the feet of his Lord. His family mourns his loss but is filled with joy knowing that Steve is now face to face with the One he loved so dearly. Finally he has heard those long awaited words, “Well done, my good and faithful servant.”
Steve gave everything he had to whatever the Lord asked of him. Nothing was ever done half-heartedly but with complete dedication. He was meticulous, always striving for excellence in every detail. He lived life with intense passion, giving his heart and soul to everything he did, which is why in 34 years of ministry, he accomplished the work of several lifetimes.
He is preceded in death by his father, Frederick Whiting Hill and his mother Ann Eskelinen Hill.
He is survived by his wife, Jeri Hill; son, Ryan Hill; daughter, Shelby (Aaron) Levy; and daughter, Kelsey Hill; sister, Marcia (Daniel) Pate, George (Lynné) Hill, and Susan (Fred) Pieper.
Funeral services will be held Friday, March 14, 2014, at 7 p.m. at Brownsville Assembly of God Church.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Jacob “Cob” Lisenby
March 11, 2014
Mr. Jacob “Cob” Lisenby, 19, passed away on Saturday, March 8, 2014, in Cantonment.
Mr. Lisenby was a native and lifelong resident of Atmore. Mr. Lisenby graduated from the Class of 2012 at Northview High School and he was an employee of Rowland’s Tires of Atmore. He was an awesome friend, loved everyone and loved to work on vehicles. He attended the First Baptist Church.
His grandparents, Harvey and Adell Lisenby, precedee him in death.
He is survived by his father and stepmother, Dale & Missy Lisenby of Brewton; mother and stepfather, Angie and Marlin Gunn of Atmore; one brother, Jeremy (Monica) Lisenby of Atmore; one nephew, Lane Lisenby of Atmore; two stepbrothers; four stepsisters; grandparents, Leon and Rose Langley of Atmore; very special persons, Christopher and Leigh Ann Rowland; a number of aunts, uncles, cousins and host of friends.
Funeral services will be Thursday, March 13, 2014, at 10 a.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Gene Pickern officiating. Burial will follow at the Oak Hill Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Chase Reid, Josh Hammond, James Hitchcock, Brian Rolin, Brandon Denney and Seth Picheo.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 12, 2014, from 6-9 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home in Atmore.
The family requests that everyone dress casual for the visitation and the funeral.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Lt. Tommie Jones Owen
March 11, 2014
Lt. Owen is preceded in death by his son Curtis and is survived by his best friend and wife of 22 years, Sarah, his children and grandchildren, both given an chosen, Donald Owen, Cocoa, FL, Brenda Owen, California, Beverly Emmons, Pensacola, FL, Randal Smith (Ginjer), Molino, FL, Lisa Bauer (Mike), Cantonment, FL, Brittany Marie, Brittany Nicole, Mallory, Tori, Matthew, Bailee, Rilee and Jayme and great-grandchild, Destiny.
Lt. Owen served in ports around the world as well as state side during his 22 year Navy career. He was employed by civil service at Corry Station after his retirement from the Navy. As a civilian, Lt. Owen traveled around the US until he settled in Molino, FL, where he became an active member of Highland Baptist Church in service to his Lord, church and community.
Tommie worked as a mentor in the Escambia School System until his health no longer allowed. During this time, Tommie never failed to present his Lord to the children in his care. He served as a representative to the Florida Baptist Children’s Home and was supportive of the Home’s endeavors.
Tommie loved the outdoors. He continually found projects to make our home and yard beautiful. Tommie adored his wife, Sarah, always bringing coffee to her in the mornings before work and meeting her at the door in the afternoons, always with a smile. Tommie made many trips to her work place to surprise her with flowers. Tommie was kind and thoughtful and never forgot to show his love. Tommie received love as freely as he gave it. Tommie gave 100% to whatever he became involved in. He believed if it was worth doing, it was worth doing right and to your best ability.
Our marriage was a testimony of God’s love, grace, mercy an yes, His sense of humor, best described as he kept me anchored and I gave him wings.
Tommie loved his Lord, his country, and his family. He was loved by all who knew him for his gentle spirit, but his firm demonstration of his beliefs.
“My precious Tommie, I firmly promise you, I will meet you in the morning by the river on the banks of the evergreen shore.” Love, Sarah
Visitation will be Wednesday, March 12, 2014 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Funeral services will be Thursday, March 13, 2014 at 10:00 am at Highland Baptist Church with Brother Brian Calhoun officiating. Burial will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Covennat Hospice, Florida Baptist Children’s Home or the Highland Baptist Church Bus Fund.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 Hwy 29 South, Cantonment is in charge of arrangements.
Beryl Elizabeth Dunn Robinson
March 11, 2014
Beryl Elizabeth Dunn Robinson, 84 of Atmore, went to be with the Lord and her other loved ones Saturday, March 8, 2014, at Extendicare Health and Rehabilitation Center in Dothan, AL.
Beryl was born June 28, 1929, in Baldwin County, AL, to the late Clyde and Lizzie Dunn.
She was preceded in death by husband Marshall Robinson; sister Clydine Waltman; and brothers Mack, Jack, and Malvin Dunn.
Survivors include son Ron (Rose) Cooper of Dothan; daughter Faye (Doug) Owens of Hilliard, OH; grand-daughters Debbie Bennett, Sharilyn Owens, and Robin Braswell; and seven great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be Friday, March 14, 2014, at 10 a.m. at Brooks Memorial Baptist Church in Atmore. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday evening, March 13,2014, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Brooks Memorial Baptist Church Building Fund or to a charity of your choice.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore is in charge of arrangements.
Robert Edward Shaffer
March 10, 2014
Robert was an avid fisherman, hunter, outdoorsman, and loved to spend time on the water or in the woods. His greatest joys were on the gulf or riding his motorcycle. He was known to many as Cap’t Rob or Superrob. Robert was also former President of American Legion Riders, Post 44. Wherever he went, he was sure to make a new friend.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Martha Shaffer and sister, Cindy.
Survivors include his children, Maria (Shawn), Krystle (Colter), Clayton (Erin), and Arron; his grandchildren, Mickey, Mya, Logan, Will, Camden, Nate, and Brantley; his siblings, Debbie, Evelyn, Lori, and Jason; as well as a very special friend, Judy; and numerous fishing, hunting, and motorcycle buddies.
Trahan Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. until funeral service begins at 4:00 p.m. all on Tuesday, March 11, 2014 at First Baptist Church of Cottage Hill, 230 Williams Ditch Rd, Cantonment.
Daniel Wendell Kelly, Sr.
March 10, 2014
Mr. Daniel Wendell Kelly, Sr., 86, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2014, in Century.
Mr. Kelly was a native of Bratt, former resident of Pensacola, and a resident of Bratt for most of his life. He is preceded in death by son Daniel Wendell Kelly, Jr, daughter Melody Joan Kelly, mother Edna Kelly, sister Leonora Blackmon, brother Leonard Jackson Kelly, Jr. and granddaughter Susan.
He is survived by his niece Florine Wiggins of Bratt, and other nieces and nephews, four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 11, 2014, at 3 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Ricky Peebles and Rev. Theron Collingsworth officiating.
Visitation will be Tuesday, March 11, 2014, from 2 p.m. until service time at 3 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Leslie Barnes, Jarrod Long, B.J. Long, Justin Long, Johnny Lacy, Jarrett Nelson, Heath Dews and Kyle Sheppard.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements,
Virgil Ray Blackmon Griffith
March 10, 2014
He was a member of the Krewe of Mayoki Indians and loved parading. As a Mayoki he found that he had a talent for face painting. He loved painting faces and would continue to paint until the float was pulling away. This was just one of his many hidden talents. He always walked the parades so he could hand beads to the children along the way.
Above all else Ray’s love and passion was riding motorcycles, he was co-founder of the Blue Knight’s Motorcycle Club, FL Chapter XXVI and past president. He turned his passion of riding into helping others by starting with the help of his friend Bambi Provost, the Sacred Heart Miracle Camp Charity Ride in 2003. His passion of riding also transferred over to his wife and son and became a family affair making memories together never to be forgotten. Helping others learn to ride or work on their motorcycles was another passion.
Ray’s love for people and helping others was his way of life. He would stand up for what he believed to help someone even if it got him in trouble.
He was preceded in death by his father, Virgil Lee Blackmon; mother, Dorothy Ganey Blackmon Griffith and his brother, Mark Griffith.
He is survived by his devoted wife and best friend of 41 years, Priscilla; his son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Katie; his dad, Mac (Sherri); sister and brother-in-law, Wanda and Rob McAllister; sister, Margaret Dean; brother’s, Andy (Carol) and Mack Griffith. A special neice, Nicole McClelland (Josh); special nephew, Robert McAllister; his two “Special Babies”, Josiah and Adalyn, many sisters and brother-in-laws, aunts, uncles, cousins and countless friends.
Pallbearers are Nell Forrester, Robert Powers, Rick Frye, Steve Smith, Joe Webber, Darrel Webb, Al Fryer, Ski Gowitzke. Honorary pallbearers are Larry Stewart, Chris Miller, Ronnie Bryant, Tim Willis, Tom Vaughn, Billy Winters, John Beachman and members of the Blue Knights Florida Chapter XXVI.
The family would like to send a “special thanks” to the Sacred Heart 2nd floor nurses and staff, as well as the Sacred Heart Oncology entire team for their support and care. They went above and beyond their call of duty to help Ray and his family through this journey.
While flowers are appreciated, the family requests that donations be made in memory of V. Ray to Miracle Camp c/o Sacred Heart Foundation Suite 260 Pensacola, FL 32504.
Ray is now riding the streets of Heaven free of pain, making “u” turns, leaving fond memories behind.
The family will receive friends at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, Thursday, March 13, 2014, from 5-7 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, March 14, 2014, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Reverend Alan Blackmon officiating. Graveside service will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 Hwy 29S, Cantonment, FL 32533 in entrusted with arrangements.