Aaron Austin
October 15, 2012
Aaron Austin, 34, of Pensacola, died Saturday, October 13, 2012, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Aaron was born April 18, 1978, in Pensacola and has been a lifelong resident. He was a graduate of Pine Forest High School Class of 1996.
Aaron was employed with the ECSO, a job he dearly loved. He retired after 9 yrs. of service due to his illness. Aaron enjoyed the sport of boxing and was a referee for many local matches. He had a winning smile and was fun to be around. He enjoyed his family and many friends. If you were a friend of Aaron’s you knew he was a “true friend”.
Aaron was preceded in death by his mother, Mattie Gail Austin; grandfather, Raymond Smith, and grandmother, Helen Austin.
He leaves behind many loving memories and to cherish these memories are, the light of his life, his daughter, Avery Austin or as he called her “Toot”; father, Terry Austin; brothers and sisters-in-law whose bonds were tight and precious to him, Mike and Laine Austin, Stephen and Danielle Austin; grandmother, Louise Smith, nieces whom he called “his girls”, Katelyn, Kenzie, Kamryn, Kadyn and Kelsey; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, and his many “special friends” too numerous to name and all of his co-workers at ECSO.
The family will receive friends at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, Tuesday, October 16, 2012, from 5 until 8 p.m.
Funeral services will be Wednesday, October 17, 2012, at 9 a.m. at the funeral home with Reverend Gordon Godfrey officiating and Jamal Brown assisting.
Active pallbearers will be, Joe Urquhart, Caleb Hazel, Steven Houghland, Allen Jones, Shane Sherock, Pat Roush, Eddie McLain and Matt Waite.
Interment will follow at Bayview Memorial Park Cemetery.
The family would like to express their sincere thanks to Covenant Hospice and a special thanks to Missie and Sunday.
Penelope Diamond Mayne (Penny)
October 15, 2012
Penelope Diamond Mayne (Penny), age 72 of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away October 13, 2012, at Maury Regional Medical Center surrounded by loved ones.
Mrs. Mayne was born October 30, 1939 in Memphis, to the late Luther and Dorothy Diamond, where she lived until the age of seven, at which time they moved to Jay. Mrs. Mayne was
a member of Cora Baptist Church in Jay. She never met a stranger and never hesitated to share what she had with others. She had a beautiful soprano voice and sang over 50 years in the Cora Baptist choir. She was loved by all who knew her and she will be missed more than words can be expressed.
Mrs. Mayne is preceded in death by her late husband George E. Mayne, Jr.; father, Luther Diamond; mother, Dorothy Cochran Diamond; and long time friend, Lonnie J. McCulley, Jr.
Survivors include her son, George E. Mayne, III of Columbia, TN; daughter, Jennifer Mayne Lane (James) of Columbia, TN; grandchildren, Zachary and Caitlin Lane of Columbia, TN; brothers, Jay M. Diamond (Terry) of Mary Ester and Stuart M. Diamond (Susan) of Jay; niece, Cheri Diamond; nephews, John Diamond, Duane Diamond, Dustin Diamond, Drew Diamond and Dillon Diamond; and daughter of heart, Judy Austin of Columbia, TN.
Active pallbearers will be John M. Diamond, Mickey Diamond, Chad Diamond, Danny Carnley, Joe Edwards, and Alan Edwards.
Honorary pallbearers are Randall Lockett, Merlin Edwards, Roger Dobson, Marshall Diamond, and Russ Hammac.
Visitation will be Thursday, October 18, 2012, from 6 until 9 p.m. at Cora Baptist Church in Jay.
Services will be held Friday, October 19, 2012, at 11 a.m. at Cora Baptist Church in Jay with Rev. La Don Hall and Rev. Bud Docter officiating.
Burial will follow in the Cora Baptist Church Cemetery. Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family and is in charge of arrangements.
We would like to send a special thank you to Dr. Ball and staff, and Maury Regional Medical Center nurses for the wonderful care that she received. Also a very special thanks to Alice Staggs for the wonderful care and friendship that she provided to mom over the last few years.
Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the family at 201 E 16th St Columbia, TN 38401.
Larry Williamson
October 15, 2012
Larry Williamson, age 53 of Jay, died on the river on Saturday, October 13, 2012.
His talent with woodworking and as a handyman was well known. His ability and desire to help others with his practical talents allowed him to show his affection for those he assisted, and to take pride in a job well done. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. He was a loving and devoted son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to many. He truly made the world a better place with his easy smile, quick humor, and boundless love. He will be greatly missed.
He was preceded in death by his father, James Barry Williamson.
He is survived by his son, Chris (Jana) Williamson; daughter, Chassity N. (Fred) Bowles; grandchildren, Caiden Bowles and Alyssa Young; mother, Mary (Milton) Rogers; sister, Julie (Richard) Zimmers; nieces, Jessica Gilbert and Rebecca Zimmers, and his best friend LuLu the dog.
Visitation will be held on October 16, 2012, from 5 until 6 pm at Jay Funeral Home with services beginning at 6:00 pm.
Jay Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mary Magdalene Roberson
October 15, 2012
Mrs. Mary Magdalene Roberson, 89, passed away on Saturday, October 13, 2012, in Brewton.
Mrs. Roberson was a native of Moyeville, AL and a resident of Brewton for the past 26 years. Mrs. Roberson was the oldest member of Moyeville Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Earl Roberson; parents, Dee and Julia Moye; two brothers and two sisters.
Survivors include her son, Aubrey (Pug) Roberson of Poarch; one daughter, Mattie Robbins of Brewton; one sister, Lucille Roberson of Pensacola; five grandchildren, Angela (Tony) Gresham, Kim Forbus, Marlene (David) McNairn, James Roberson and Chad Robbins; 11 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, October 16, 2012, at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with the Rev. Steve Ward officiating.
Burial will follow at Traveler’s Rest Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be James Roberson, Chad Robbins, Ronald Burkett, Jason Forbus, Justin Forbus and Reece McNairn.
Honorary pallbearers will be Drake Robbins, Micah McNairn and Payton Robbins.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Homes is in charge of all arrangements.
Peggy F. Emmitt
October 15, 2012
Peggy F. Emmitt, age 81 of Cantonment, passed away on Oct. 11, 2012.
She was preceded in death by her parents Ethel Ryals and Ed Charles Franklin. Peggy is survived by her two daughters, Connie Barberi and Margie (Rick) Coleman; one adopted daughter, Susan (Jerald) Vickery; three grandchildren, Stephanie (Jason) Wilson, Jennifer (Jake) Barberi, James (Jenna) Coleman; great grandchildren, Kailyn Meyer, Cash Wilson, Kyleigh Meyer and one more great grandson on the way; former husband and still great friend Cecil Emmett.
The family would like to offer a special thanks to Denise, Andy, Angela and all the other nurses at West Florida CCU.
There will be no public services per Peggy’s request.
Willie Hamp Carter
October 13, 2012
The Reverend Willie Hamp Carter, 91, of Century, passed from this earthly life into his sweet eternal life on Sunday, October 7, 2012.
Rev. Carter was born June 30, 1921, in Greenville, AL to Mr. and Mrs. Willie Carter. He was the oldest of three siblings. He was married to Mrs. Corrie Carter who departed this life in November, 2006. They were the parents of one son, Kraig Carter.
Rev. Carter was a graduate of Carver High School. He joined the United States Army and served during World War II. After his military tenure, Rev. Carter continued his education and received a Bachelor’s degree in mathematics. Still his soul was thirsty. He then enrolled at Florida A & M University and earned a Master’s degree in psychology. He returned to Century and continued working at Carver High School, serving as a math teacher, guidance counselor and assistant principal. He retired from the Escambia County School District after 29 years of service.
While he was quite young, Rev. Carter accepted the Lord and joined Pilgrim Lodge Baptist Church. After joining the church, he held many offices and served in various capacities. As a loyal and faithful servant, he was chosen and ordained as a deacon by Rev. R.C. Young. He filled this calling humbly and willingly until God called him into the ministry. He was called to pastor Greater Union Baptist Church of Century and in January 1978, he was called as Pastor of Union Baptist Church in Molino where he served faithfully for 20 years.
God knew that Rev. Carter’s purpose on earth had not been completely fulfilled. So, in 2007, God placed Rev. Carter back from whence he came. Rev. Carter was called to pastor his home church, Pilgrim Lodge of Century, where he served diligently and untiringly until his work was completed on Sunday morning, October 7, 2012.
Rev. Carter was a renowned community leader, educator and pastor. During his lifetime, he has been awarded a multiplicity of honors and accolades. His accolades include an American flag that was flown over the White House on October 10, 2012 in his honor. The flag has been presented and will be draped over his casket.
Rev. Carter leaves to cherish his long lasting memories, one son, Kraig R. Carter and daughter-in-law Audra Carter; three grandchildren, Paris, Aerial and Lauren; six nieces, Gussie Young-Cannon and husband Robert, Ira Jones, Barbara Robinson, Kim Robinson, Kastella Dean, and Willa Blue; five nephews, Dr. Lonell Anderson, Jimmy Mitchell Jr., Ronald Mathis, Bishop Ernest Ford Jr. and Colonel Albert Lamons; one God-daughter, Ether Stallworth and one God-son, Xavier Grice; two devoted friends, Deacon Franklin Farrow and Deaconess Mary Farrow and a host of other relatives and friends.
Viewing will be Sunday, October 14, at Benboe Funeral Home from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, October 15, 2012, at 10 a.m. at Pilgrim Lodge Baptist Church.
Burial will be in Barrancas Cemetery.
Phyllis Elizabeth Campbell
October 13, 2012
Phyllis Elizabeth Campbell, 81, of Beulah, passed away at Baptist Manor on Friday, October 12, 2012.
Phyllis was born March 23, 1931. She attended Beulah School and graduated from J. M. Tate High School in 1950. Phyllis was a devoted and loving Christian wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Phyllis is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Lizzie Reeder, Sr.; brother, Frank Reeder Jr. and sister, Ollie Sylva Reeder.
Phyllis leaves to cherish her memories her husband of 61 years, Harold B. Campbell; her children, Zachary S. Campbell (CeCe), Clay C. Campbell, Lisa M. Taylor (Mike), James M. Campbell (Linda); grandchildren, Zachary S. Campbell, Katie L. Odom, Jesse A. Campbell, Jacqulyn M. Wilkes, Amanda K. Taylor and Harrison K. Campbell; and eight great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters, Joyce Kirk, Ruth Andrews (Jim), Juanita Johnson (Jim) and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, October 15, 2012, at Beulah Baptist Church with Reverend David Shofner officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, Sunday, October 14, 2012, from 6 until 8 p.m.
Pallbearers will be Zachary S. Campbell, Sr. Clay C. Campbell, James M. Campbell, Michael J. Taylor, Zachary S. Campbell, Jr., Jesse A. Campbell, Harrison K. Campbell and Lawrence F. Wilkes.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association of Pensacola.
Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never fails.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
Mary Cecilia Respess Creighton
October 13, 2012
Mary Cecilia Respess Creighton, age 87, of Cantonment, passed away Wednesday, October 10, 2012, at her residence. Mrs. Creighton was born November 14, 1924. She was a graduate of Tate High School Class of 1942 and was a member of Cottage Hill United Methodist Church. She enjoyed gardening, her yard and especially her church and family.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Robert B. Creighton Sr.; grandson, Todd Creighton Wilson; and sister, Ella Mae Black.
She is survived by two daughters, Rachel E. Allen (Alton) and Bobbie Jean Wilson (Mark); two sons, Robert B. Creighton Jr. and James Leslie Creighton; 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; one brother, William R. Respess; three nephews, Alvis, Richard and Shannon Respess; special sister-in-law, Betty Martin; brother-in-law, Neil Governor and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral Services were held Saturday, October 13, 2012, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Reverend Alan Gantzhorn officiating. Interment was in Cottage Hill Community Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers were her grandsons, Ned W. Wilson III, Edsel Allen, Shawnn Creighton, Robert B. Creighton III, Chris Creighton and Tracy V. King.
Honorary pallbearers were Leon Locklear, Edward Holland and members of Cottage Hill Methodist Church.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.
J.B. Jackson
October 13, 2012
Mr. J.B. Jackson, age 80 of Century, passed away Friday October 12, 2012, in a Pensacola hospice facility after an extended illness.
Mr. Jackson was a native of Jay and a member of the Century community for 70 years, a United States Air Force veteran and a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church. During his working years, Mr. Jackson worked as a shift foreman at Exxon. He is preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Helen Louise Jackson.
He is survived by his daughters, Terri (Mark) Fremin of Century, Julia (Stacey) Long of Dahlongea, GA, and Debrah Jackson (Patrick) of Century; 11 grandchildren and seven great- grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 15, 2012, at Tabernacle Baptist Church from 6 until 8 p.m.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 16, 2012, at Tabernacle Baptist Church at 1 p.m. with Rev. Billy Cloud and Rev. Steve Hart officiating.
Interment will be in McCurdy Cemetery in Century.
Pallbearers will be Mike Carnley, Adam Johnson, Brandon Long, Matthew Thomas, Josh Butts and Shawn Long. Honorary pallbearer will be Cody Fowler.
Theodore “Ted” Pospiech, Jr.
October 13, 2012
Theodore “Ted” Pospiech, Jr. USN Ret., 78, passed away October 12, 2012, at Jay Hospital after an extended illness. Ted became the eighth child of Theodore and Felixa Pospiech on October 3, 1934 in Johnson City, NY.
He is preceded in death by his son, James Edward “Jimmy” Pospiech; brothers, Frank Prospect, Joe Prospect, Walter Prospect and Edmund Prospect; sisters, Jenny Pospiech and Mary Demonovich.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jean Magaha Pospiech; daughter, Janet Pospiech, of Jay; and sister, Dorothy Pospiech of Binghamton, New York; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Enlisting in the U.S. Navy in 1952 he began a 20 year military career. During this time he served as an aviation mechanic, in research and development of safety equipment and as an instructor, among other assignments. During his tenure he was stationed in Sanford and Pensacola, Florida; Sunnyvale, California; Albany, Georgia; Memphis, Tennessee; and Adak, Alaska. He remained a member of the U.S. Naval Reserve for many years. Jean Magaha of Jay, Florida became his wife in 1956; they met while he was stationed in Pensacola, Florida. The Pospiech family moved to Jay upon his retirement. Ted began his 20 career with Exxon USA shortly thereafter. He was an active member of the Exxon-Mobil Retirees Association enjoying the camaraderie and friendships continued from his career. He most enjoyed bible study, teaching Sunday school and training union classes, and leading the music at Pine Grove Baptist Church, of which he was a member for over 40 years.
Throughout his lifetime he enjoyed traveling with his family and often with friends to visit family, historic points of interest and theme parks. Even though he derived enjoyment from almost everything he did, gardening and fishing were among his favorites. The world was an open book to him and he took it with relish, always learning, studying and teaching, which gave him and his family many happy shared memories. He was talented with woodworking and enjoyed restoring antiques for friends and family members. His talent as a ‘handyman’ was well known, from installing fans and water lines, to repairing appliances and fencing, or building a desired piece of furniture. His ability and desire to help others with his practical talents allowed him to show his affection for those he assisted, and to take pride in a job well done. A devoted husband, father, brother, uncle and friend, he truly made the world a better place with his easy smile, quick humor, generosity and boundless love. He will be greatly missed.
The Family expresses their sincerest gratitude to Dr. Jeffery Kelly, the staff of Jay Hospital, Dr. James Adams and staff, and Dr. German Herrera and staff for all of their care, kindness, guidance and patience.
Visitation will be at 1 p.m., Monday, October 15, 2012, with funeral services immediately following at 2 p.m. at Jay Funeral home.
Interment services will take place at Cold Water Cemetery in Milton, with full military honors.