Wanda Bevens
February 10, 2012
Wanda Bevens, 80, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 2, 2012. She was born October 20, 1931, in McDavid to Wm. C. (Clint) Rigby and Agnes Byrd Rigby. She grew up in Century; graduated from Century High School and Sacred Heart School of Nursing in Pensacola.
She was a member of First Assembly of God Church in Colorado Springs, CO, where she has been an active member for many years.
She is preceded in death by her parents, a sister Maleaze Butler and her brother, Hoytte Rigby.
Wanda is survived by her husband, Grant Bevens of Colorado Springs; sisters, Jean Mayo and Dee (Roger) Enzor of Pensacola; sisters-in-law, Marie Gardner, Lucille Baughman and Myrna Bevens of Colorado Springs and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 3 pm Friday, February 10, 2012, at Ray’s Chapel Cemetery in Bogia.
Memorial contributions may be made to Living Hope Church, 640 Manitou Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80904 or to the charity of your choice .
Harper-Morris Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Jimmy Pospiech
February 10, 2012
On February 7, 2012, Jimmy Pospiech, beloved son, cherished brother, adored cousin and treasured friend passed beyond the reach of our smiles, hugs, love and good wishes. Jimmy was larger than life for all who came in contact with him. Never meeting a stranger in any of his travels; always returning to his favorite state of Florida with more friends than he left with. His laughter, dry humor, quick wit and generous spirit are part of his legacy to every life he touched and will remain with us through the rest of our lives.
Jimmy was a 1982 graduate of Jay High School. He was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church. He is much remembered as the drum major of the Jay High School Marching band from 1979-1982. Jimmy was a graduate from Florida State University and a proud member of the Florida State Marching Chiefs. He was a resident of Tallahassee from 1982 until he returned to his home town of Jay in 2010 to be closer to his family. Jimmy enjoyed the social and amiable atmosphere of The Fish House, where he had been employed since his return to Northwest Florida.
He is survived by his parents, Ted and Jean Pospiech, his sister Janet Pospiech and innumerable cousins and friends.
Jimmy will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, February 10, 2012, at Jay Funeral Home with Rev. Earle Green and Rev.Wayne Brown officiating. Burial will follow at Coldwater Cemetery. A visitation will be one hour prior from 1-2 p.m.. The family would like to thank the community and friends for their compassion and love giving to our family during this time.
Keith Alan Fleger
February 9, 2012
Keith Alan Fleger was called to his eternal home with the Lord on February 6, 2012. Keith was a lifelong resident of Pensacola, Florida. Keith was a 35 year employee of International Paper Company. Some of his favorite pass times were golfing, fishing, and spending time with his family and friends.
Keith was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Marjorie Fleger, and his sister, Sue Schnarr.
Keith is survived by his wife of 15 years, Debra Willis Fleger; stepdaughter, Angela Bouzios (Nick); stepson, Johnny Jones (Andrea); a sister, Joy Mitchell; six grandchildren; a very special nephew, Duerwood A. Willis, as well as many other special family and friends.
Pallbearers will be Mark Nettles, Jeffrey Ginwright, David Smallwood, Lamar Wiggins, Jim Hual, and Phil Nix.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 9, 2012, from 6-8 p.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, February 10, 2012, at 2 p.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Reverend Larry Huff officiating. Interment will follow at Bayview Memorial Park Cemetery.
Ricky L. Davidson, Sr.
February 8, 2012
Ricky L. Davidson, Sr., passed away Sunday, February 5, 2012. Ricky was born in Pensacola on October 7, 1960, and has been a lifelong resident. He was owner of Davidson Wrecker Service since 1979 and co-owner of Davidson Racing. His favorite pastime and love of his life was NASCAR Racing and local short track at Five Flags Speedway with his loving wife Tina.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James C. and Sarah F. Davidson.
He leaves behind to celebrate his loving memory his wife of 13 years, Tina; son, Ricky Jr., son and daughter- in- law, Timothy and Samantha; daughters and sons-in-law, Camey and Michael, Marilyn and Arthur; daughter, Tiffany, eight grandchildren, brothers and sisters-in-law, Rodney and Debbie, Steve and Sharrone, and John and Emily, numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 pm Thursday, February 9, 2012, at Faith Chapel North with Rev. Mark Torres officiating. Interment will follow at Cottage Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday February 8, 2012, from 5-8 p.m.
Faith Chapel North is in charge of arrangements.
Paul Edgar Mason, Jr.
February 8, 2012
Paul Edgar Mason, Jr., 76, of Alpharetta, GA, died Monday February 6, 2012, at his residence. He was a former resident of Atmore until he moved to Alpharetta with his wife and daughters in 2004.
He was owner of Sam’s Place with his father Ed for close to 50 years. During this time he also farmed soybeans, corn and wheat with his best friend Jimmy Mason. He also worked for the Escambia Grain elevator with his life-long friend Jim VanPelt.
He was born in Atmore on June 14, 1935, to the late Edgar and Lola Troutman Mason.
He retired with The Army National Guard and served during the Korean and Gulf Wars.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce C. Mason of Alpharetta, GA; two daughters, Shayne Mason Lee and Missy Mason Kindig, both of Atlanta; two sisters, Betty Ann Mason and Lanell Mason, both of Atmore; two grandchildren, Garrett Mason Lee and Colby Kyle Kindig, both of Atlanta.
Services will be Thursday February 09, 2012, at 2:30 p.m. from the First United Methodist Church of Atmore, with Rev. Leon Stewart and Rev. Jim Reece officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be Jimmy Mason, Luther James, Wendall Eicher, Steve Drew, Butch Watson and Gary Welch. Honorary pallbearers will be Tommy Jackson, Jim VanPelt, George VanPelt, Ed Nolan and Wendall James.
Family will receive friends, Wednesday evening February 8, 2012, at the First United Methodist Church from 7 until 8:30 p.m.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
John Douglas “Doug” Godwin
February 6, 2012
John Douglas “Doug” Godwin, age 71 of Bratt, died Sunday, February 5, 2012, in Century. He was retired from Lance, Inc. He was born at Bratt on July 22, 1940 to the late Clyde Edward and Myrtle Agnes Ledkins Godwin.
He is preceded in death by two brothers, Clarence Kenneth Godwin and Clyde Edward Godwin,Jr.
He is survived by his wife, Maxine Brooks Godwin of Bratt; one son, Michael Douglas Godwin and wife Angie of Newton; two daughters, Marsha Phillips and husband, Brandon, Julie McDonald all of Atmore; one brother, William Raymond Godwin and wife, June of Stockton; two sisters, Ruby Ellon Lowrey of Atmore, Judy Agnes Godwin of Gulf Shores; two grandchildren, Dustin and Megan; and many friends.
Services will be Tuesday February 7, 2012, at 2 p.m. from Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Janet Lee officiating. Interment will follow in Godwin Cemetery in Bratt.
Family will receive friends, Monday evening, February 6, 2012, at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home from 6-8 p.m.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Ada Bauldree Diamond
February 6, 2012
Ada Bauldree Diamond, age 97, of Jay, went to be with her Heavenly Father on February 6, 2012.
Mrs. Diamond was born January 21, 1915, to the late James Richard Bauldree and Annie Myers Bauldree in Enterprise, AL. Her family moved to Jay in 1927. In 1933, she married John Daniel (J.D.) Diamond and had nine children. Together they farmed and operated a grocery store until they retired in 1967. After retirement, they enjoyed camping and fishing with family and friends. She was a member of Jay First Assembly of God and loved to go to church and listen to preaching and gospel music.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, John Daniel Diamond; sons, Richard Edward Diamond, Charles Rudolph Diamond, and John Clinton Diamond; son in laws, Hardy Renfroe and Dennis Williams; one grandchild, Vickie Diamond; Two sisters, Ethel Mae Stewart and Cora Lee Noles; six brothers, Hubert Smith, Lloyd Smith, James Bauldree, T.D. Bauldree, Willard Bauldree, and Alfred Bauldree. Survivors include: five daughters, Addie Rue (Bud) Mote, Linda Williams, Annie Merle Renfroe, Paulette (Tommy) Roberts, and Delorise Ann (Glenn) Gavin; one son, James Earl (Faye) Diamond; two daughter in laws, Doris Diamond and Mary Diamond; 22 grandchildren; 42 great grandchildren; and 13 great, great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be 6-9 p.m. on Wednesday, February 8, 2012, at Jay Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, February 9, 2012, at Jay First Assembly of God with Rev. Ron Carnley and Rev. Frederick Barrow officiating.
Burial will follow at Cora Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be her grandsons.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the staff at The Terrace at Ivey Acres Assisted Living Facility, Covenant Hospice and Dr. Jeffrey Kelley for the special care given to Mrs. Diamond during her last few months.
Clara Jean Freeman Wolfe
February 5, 2012
Clara Jean Freeman Wolfe age 63 of Jay, passed away Friday, February 3, 2012, in Pensacola.
Funeral Services will be held at noon on Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at Jay Funeral Home. A visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until noon. Burial will follow at Pinelevel Cemetery.
Marion Monroe Collins
February 5, 2012
Mrs. Marion Monroe Collins, 58, died Thursday, January 26, 2012, after a brief illness.
She was a native of Boston and a resident of Pollard. She was a member of Flomaton United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Yvonne Monroe, Sr.; a son, Sam Collins Jr. and two siblings, Joyce Monroe and Walter Monroe.
She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Sam Collins Sr. of Pollard; two daughters, Jenna Collins of Wisconsin, and Martha Collins of Pollard; one step-daughter, Samantha Boykin of Mobile; two grandchildren, Kaleigh Pierre and Samuel Boykin; two brothers, David Monroe of Massachusetts, and Thomas Monroe of Mobile; two sisters, Virginia Monroe of Massachusetts and Shafia Monroe of Mobile; and other friends and family.
Funeral services were held Saturday, Feb. 4, at 11 a.m. at Flomaton United Methodist Church with Pastor Patricia Bruner officiating. Burial followed at Pollard Cemetery with Presley-Fluker Funeral Home directing.
Chief Houston Lee McGhee
February 3, 2012
Chief Houston Lee McGhee, age 74 of Atmore, died Tuesday, January 31, 2012, at his residence. He was maintenance supervisor with Poarch Creek Indians, born in Escambia County (Ala.) on March 17, 1937, to the late Chief Calvin William and Joyce Ingram McGhee.
He was preceded in death by three brothers – Roy L. McGhee, Curtis E. McGhee and J. Frank McGhee.
He is survived by his wife, Margie L. Brown McGhee; three daughters, Jacqueline L. Hadley, Valerie L. McGhee and husband Nicky, Beverly A. Holcomb and husband Nathan, all of Atmore; one brother, Dewey L. McGhee and wife Olivette, of Atmore; six grandchildren, Valisa L. Hadley, John Houston Chance and wife Ashley, Robert Shane Hadley, Kelley Danielle Presley and husband Matt, John English and wife Magen, Jessica Martin and husband Dusty; seven great-grandchildren, Nenaeh Hadley, Hunter Chance, Colby and Cara English, Makenzie, Layton and Kaison Martin.
Services will be Saturday, February 4, 2012, at 2 p.m. from Atmore Memorial Chapel with Rev. Robert Thrower officiating. Internment will follow in New Home Cemetery at Poarch.
Family will receive friends Friday evening February 3, at Atmore Memorial Chapel from 6 – 9 p.m.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.