Patsy Faye Carter
May 7, 2024
Patsy Faye Carter, 71, of Lynn Haven, Florida, passed away May 6, 2024. She was born October 17, 1952 to the late Louis Sims and Daisy McGhee Sims. Patsy had a career working in the office of Emerald Coast OBGYN in Panama City, Florida.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Dale Sims, and her mother and father-in-law, Evelyn and Earl Carter.
She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Robert E. Carter; three children, Robert Carter, Jr., Jeffrey Carter (Nealie White), and Kimberly Zinn (Michael Martin); one great grandchild, Phoebe Carter; one brother, Winfred A. Sims (Charlotte); brother-in-law, Tim Carter (Dee); a very special aunt, Eloise Stewart; uncle, Aubury McGhee; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Funeral services for Patsy Faye Carter will be held Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. with Gina Bryan officiating. The family will receive friends for visitation the night prior, Friday, May 10, 2024 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Patsy will be laid to rest at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, Alabama.
Pallbearers include Matthew Burke, Byron Davis, Chad Sims, Jordan Carter, Hendrik Rehbein, and Scotty Stewart.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements.
Bobby Allen Dix, Sr
May 7, 2024
Bobby Allen Dix, Sr., 59, of Cantonment, FL received his healing at the feet of Jesus on April 28th, 2024, in the care of Covenant Hospice after being diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer. He was surrounded by Family and friends as he took his last breath on earth and his first in heaven.
Bobby was born in Jacksonville FL to Glenda and Winter Dix on April 10th, 1965.
Bobby was known for having various jobs to provide for his family. He served in the US Air Force, was a volunteer firefighter and spent nearly 29 years working for the department of Corrections. He retired in June of 2023.
He always wanted to make people laugh. Bobby loved his Florida Gators and his Miami Dolphins. He was always about simple things. He enjoyed playing dominoes and quietly helping the homeless. Over the years he chaperoned band trips and youth camps. Bobby also helped with the West Florida Tech football team, J.M. Tate High School AJROTC, Band, and Football, just to name a few. He was supportive of Melanie being a “stay at home Mom” when they married in May of 2003. The college football season FSU/Florida rivalry made for interesting conversation and a “house divided”.
His absolute favorite things were telling people about what God has done for him, serving quietly behind the scenes at Harvest Christian Center and becoming a Pawpaw. He was always smiling when he would talk about any of the three.
Bobby was a Husband, Dad, Brother, Uncle, Pawpaw, and Friend to everyone he met. He will be missed dearly. He trusted the Lord to heal him, and God did.
Bobby is preceded in death by both of his parents, Glenda Gaunt and Winter Dix; as well as his brother, Jeffery Dix.
Bobby is survived by his wife of almost 21 years, Melanie Dix, Cantonment, FL; 5 Children: Bobby Jr., (Patricia) Dix- St Charles, Missouri, David Dix- Milton, FL, Jerah (Ryan) Vise Grand Bay, AL, Spencer Orem-Cantonment, FL, and Matthew Dix- Cantonment, FL; in order of their parents, soon to be 12 grands, Brennan and Ian Dix-St Charles, Missouri, Lily Cooper- N.C. -Xzavior, Gabriel, Wyatt and Sebastian Dix Milton, FL, Hannah, Leah, Railee, Ryker, and Baby Girl Vise- Grand Bay, AL.; brothers, Brent (Cynthia Dee) Dix-Forest Hills, LA, Brian (Amy) Dix-Forest Hills, LA, and Stephen (Tina) Dix- Byron, GA.; sisters, Valerie Barnhart- Erwin, TN, Lucy Eber- Erwin, TN, Virginia (Frank) Keiser- Sweetwater, NJ, Lilian Dix- Harrisburg, VA, Dee(Bob) Klund-Luftkin, TX, and Michelle (Bobby) Cooke- Jackson, MS.
Bobby also greatly loved his multitude of Nieces, Nephews, Great Nieces, Great Nephews, and In Laws. Then there were many friends that were more like family and that included many kids that became “adopted”. To him, everyone was family, and he would want you to know it.
Pallbearers and Honorary Pallbearers: Sons, Brothers, Nephews, and Century CI.
A very special thank you to Ascension Sacred Heart, Covenant Care, and Vitas for making Bobby’s 22 day stay the best it possibly could be. Our family was blessed beyond measure for the care you gave him.
We would also like to thank Trahan Family Funeral Home for showing such compassion to our family during this difficult time.
Service will be held on Friday, May 10th, 2024.
Harvest Christian Center
1095 Muscogee Rd., Cantonment, FL 32533
Visitation: 11:00 a.m.
Service: 12:00 p.m.
Leave in the procession to Barrancas National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m.
Interment: Barrancas National Cemetery Graveside 2:00 p.m.
Pastor William Strickland and Pastor John Whitaker will be officiating.
In Lieu of flowers, please consider giving to:
Vision 2025 in memory of Bobby Dix
https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/493784
Special Acknowledgements;
A very special thank you to Harvest Christian Center and pastoral staff, for being with Melanie and the boys every step of the way. We love you all so very much!
Amanda Rhea Johnson
May 7, 2024
Amanda Rhea Johnson, 57, of Pensacola, Florida went to rest on April 27,2024. She was born on October 2, 1966 to the late Rebecca Burns and William Ronald Johnson. She was a PSC college graduate, and a proud member of Heritage Baptist Church. Rhea, as she was known to family and friends, filled the room with tenderness, joy and love. Her presence was always known because she obtained such a contagious laugh, and occasional snort. She was such an energetic ball of light that treasured her family and friends. She was an adored mother, “Gigi,” daughter, sister, and aunt. She had many passions and excelled at them all, especially as a floral designer. Rhea was always looking for adventure and loved to travel. She could often be found in the yard working on her flowers, working on her tan at the beach, and with her family playing a little old school rocking roll in the background. Despite losing her daughter, Samantha Ward, she was able to maintain that light and spent her free time with her grandbabies. She adored her daughters Samantha, Kasi, and her grandchildren, and out of all her accomplishments, she would proudly inform you the best titles she ever received were mom and “Gigi.”
She is survived by her daughter, Kasi Ward (Robert Fuston); her stepson, Christopher Selbo; her grandchildren, Bostyn Fuston, Bentley Fuston, Caleb Price, Bradley Fuston, and Brayden Fuston; her siblings, Christopher Johnson, Kimberly Johnson, and Linda Reynolds; and stepmom, Opal Johnson.
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Samantha Ward; and parents, Rebecca Burns (Kilpatrick) and William Johnson; and sister, Rebecca Cardona.
A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 S. Highway 29, Cantonment, Florida 32533.
We will gather at Christopher Johnson’s home, 1579 Bell Creek Road Jay, Fl 32565, after the service for a Celebration of Rhea’s Life. Please come and help us comfort each other and remember the good times we had with this beautiful soul.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking if you can please donate to this fund to help Kasi with the expenses she has to handle in light of her mother’s passing. http://www.givesendgo.com/GCDPN
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements.
Joe Rex Chandler
May 3, 2024
Joe Rex Chandler, age 82, of Flomaton, AL passed away on May 2, 2024 in Brewton, AL.
He was born on April 12, 1942 in Coosa County, AL to Denver and Boncile Galloway
Chandler. He was a longtime member of Atmore Baptist Temple and the owner/operator
of J & J Janitorial Services. Joe’s smile was contagious and he never met a stranger. He is
preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Eva Jewel Smith Chandler; his sons, Terry
Chandler and Tim Chandler, and his siblings, Dykes Chandler, Jerry Chandler and Jean
Bragg.
He is survived by his daughter, Tonya (Tim) Lee; his stepchildren, Joey (Angel) Lister,
Michelle Hammonds, and Alisa (Kenny) Pierce; his daughter-in-law, Melanie Chandler;
twelve grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral
Home Chapel with Rev. Doug Odom officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill
Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Sunday, May 5, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. until service time at 2:00 p.m.
at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Charles Edward Barton
May 2, 2024
Charles Edward Barton, 83, of Molino, Florida, passed away April 21, 2024. He was born in Greenville, Alabama on July 29, 1940 to Willard and Lenora Barton. He was married to Jean Barton for 60 years. Charles worked in the paper making industry at St. Regis and Champion. He was a member of Highland Baptist Church, and had a passion for freshwater fishing, gardening, camping, and serving others.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Barton; father, Willard Barton; and mother, Lenora Barton.
He is survived by his daughter, Renae Roberson (Jerry); grandson, Jarred Roberson (Bridget Floyd); brothers, Roy Barton (Judy) and James Barton (LaRelda); and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Highland Baptist Church Cemetery Fund (6240 HWY 95A North, Molino, FL 32577).
Services for Charles Edward Barton will be held Friday, April 26, 2024 at Highland Baptist Church. The family will receive friends for visitation beginning at 11:00 a.m. followed by the service at 12:00 noon. Reverend Jerry Roberson will be officiating. Charles will be laid to rest at Highland Baptist Church Cemetery following the service.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements.
James Herman Sanders
May 1, 2024
James Herman Sanders, age 79, of Atmore, AL passed away on April 29. 2024 in Bay Minette, AL. He was born on April 29, 1945 in Cantonment, FL to Norvell Lee and Rosa Lee King Sanders. He was the owner and operator of Sanders Sandblasting and Painting, and Lock-Out Auto. He is preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Larry Sanders, Wayne Sanders, Betty Lee, Joe Sanders and Roger Sanders.
He is survived by his wife, Marsha Diane Davis Sanders; his sons, James Chad (Dee) Sanders of Rocky Head, AL and Harold Brad Sanders of Atmore, AL; his sister, Gail Calhoun of Ozark, AL and his grandchildren, Harold Bradley Sanders, II, Blake J. Sanders and Shelby Noele Sanders.
A family gathering will be held at a later date.
Larry Wayne Garrett
May 1, 2024
Larry Wayne Garrett, 68, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024 surrounded by loved ones after a brief battle with cancer. He was born to William and Marjorie Garrett on July 27, 1955.
A native and life-long resident of Escambia County Florida, Larry had a reputation for his strong work ethic and his love of fishing on the river. He valued hard work and honesty, and modeled that every day. Larry enjoyed gardening with his wife and made family his priority, taking in two grandchildren, Johnathan and Sandra, who he loved joking with, always having a story ready to spread laughter.
He is survived by the love of his life and wife of 46 years, Genevia Garrett; children, Allen (Corrie) Garrett, (Smyrna, TN), Jennie (Tony) Embley,(Atmore, AL), William “Hank” Garrett (Bratt, FL), Christy (Zach) Yuhasz (Loxley, AL), and Lisa Garrett (Century, FL); grandchildren, Johnathan, Sandra, Chloe, Hanna, Alex, Taylor, Paige, Sara, Ashley and Tony Jr; Two great grandchildren; sisters, Ann, Karen, and Pansy; brothers, Danny (Hoppy), Mike (Bubba), James, Charles and Richard.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, (1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, FL 32533).
Flowers and/or memorial contributions to Larry’s wife, Genevia, are equally welcome.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements.
Jessie Dwayne Powell
May 1, 2024
Jessie Dwayne Powell, 79 years old, passed away on April 29, 2024. He was born on April 2, 1945 in Charleston, SC to Jessie and Janie David Powell. He graduated from East Clarendon High School in Turbeville, SC. He served in the United States Air Force with two tours of duty in Vietnam and was a totally disabled Veteran. He is a retired VP and General Manager from G.H. Skipper Inc. A member with Board of Directors for Escambia River Electric Coop., Past Master Carney Lodge #549, Atmore, AL, Past President of Walnut Hill, FL Ruritan Club and Past President of Bratt/Davisville Water System.
He was preceded in death by his Mother and Father; younger brother, Freddie Roland Powell; sister, Cecelia Beasley; first wife, Betty Sue Kirby Powell; wife, Connie Lee Powell and daughter in law, Shamim Powell.
He is survived by his three children: Dwayne Powell of Pensacola, FL, Christopher Powell (Michelle) of Milton, FL and Melissa Powell of Pensacola, FL; four stepchildren: Lee Delmar of Walnut Hill, FL, Mark Delmar (Sharon) of Atmore, AL, Suzanne Delmar Fordham (James) of Huntsville, AL, and Samantha Delmar Hubbard (Todd) of Nokomis, AL; two sisters, Barbara Ann Surette and Elizabeth (Libby) Jackson; nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Friday, May 3, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home with Bro. Charles Melvin officiating. A Masonic Service and Military Honors will be conducted.
Graveside services will be held Monday, May 6, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Barrancas National Cemetery at Pensacola Naval Air Station in Pensacola, FL.
Visitation will be held Friday, May 3, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Larry Paul Riley
May 1, 2024
Larry Paul Riley, 66, of Cantonment, Florida, passed away at West Florida Hospital on April 17, 2024. Larry was born in Danville, Pennsylvania on November 28, 1957 to June DeFord and Warren (Rex) Riley. He attended Apollo High School in Arizona.
Larry married Rene’ Dean, and together they had two children, Christopher and Sean. He worked as a Military Police in the United States Air Force. He retired to work as a maintenance worker and he enjoyed participating in coin collecting, metal detecting, painting, fishing, cooking and spending time with his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Rex and June Riley; and sister Carol.
Larry is survived by his wife Rene’ of 46 years; sons Christopher (Rachel) and Sean (Sonya); grandchildren, Anthony, Kaitlyn, Samantha, Alison, Benjamin and Amber; brother, Garry (Lisa) Riley.
Memorial service will be held at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 S. Highway 29, Cantonment, Florida, 32533 on April 23, 2024 at 3:00PM.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements.
Jack Ray
April 29, 2024
Mr. Jack Ray, age 70, passed away, Sunday, April 28, 2024 in Mobile, AL. He was a member of My Father’s Vineyard. He worked as a diesel mechanic for many years.
Mr. Ray loved his family. In his past time, he enjoyed piddling and working on cars. He enjoyed going to drag races especially the time he got to spend with his family. He grew up in the Robinsonville community before moving to Castleberry the past 26 years.
Preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Lee (Annie Ruth Sanspree) Ray.
He is survived by his one son, Josh (Holly) Ray, of Pensacola, FL; one daughter, Jennifer (Russell) Smith, of Vancleave, MS; one brother, Johnny (Charlene) Ray, of Canoe, AL; one sister, Judy (Jack) Taylor, of Ocala, FL; five grandchildren, Gracie Smith; Eli Smith; Haleigh Dove; Haley Smeltzer, Brooklyn Ray; other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be held Friday, May 3, 2024 at 12:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC. with Rev. Robert McLaney officiating.
Burial will follow at Sardis Baptist Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Friday May 3, 2024 from 11:00 AM until service time at 12:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Russell Smith, Brent Glass, Copelan Glass, Jeremy Ray, Eli Smith, and Trevor Glass.
Honorary pallbearers will be John Claxton, Rusty Glass, and John Swift.
In lieu of flowers family request donations can be made to; Home of Grace Chapel 14200 Jericho Rd. Vancleave, MS; 39565.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, Atmore, Alabama, is in charge of all arrangements