Marie “Minerva” Burnette-Watson
February 3, 2012
Marie “Minerva” Burnette-Watson, age 86, of Chicago, went to heaven peacefully with family by her side Saturday, January 28, 2012 at University of Chicago Hospital.
Known by her church family as “Mother Watson” she was a member of New Zion Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Chicago and Gayles Memorial Baptist Church in Aurora, IL where she lived for many years. She was a dedicated member of the Mothers’ Board at both churches. She was also a State of Illinois certified and licensed Foster Parent who opened her heart and home to many children on a long and short term bases.
Minerva was born October 10, 1925 in Molino, FL and is preceded in death by parents, Dollan and George Burnette; husband, Henry Lee Watson of Chicago; and twelve sisters and brothers: Dorothy Weaden, Cleo Lovely, Hattie Pearl Burnette, R D Burnette, Lee Raniel Burnette, Otis Burnette, Elmer Burnette, Marion Burnette, Major Burnette, William Burnette, Nathaniel Burnette, and Jimmie Burnette. She is also preceded in death by two children, Mamie L. Taylor, and her only son, Bobby G. Burnette.
She leaves to mourn, sisters, Annie Ruth Smith (Pensacola) and Wilmer Althea Burnette (New York); as well as five daughters, Lillie P. Lindsey, Rathel (Ralph) Walker, Dorothy (Melvin) Davis-Caldwell, Jean Preston and Wanda (Frank) Askew-Tatem. She is also survived by 22 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will gather for a Celebration of Life Service and Internment at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 3, 2012 at New Hope Primitive Baptist Church and Cemetery, 5639 Highway 95A, Molino, FL.
Services are being handled by Joe Morris and Son Funeral Home.
Curtis Overstreet
February 3, 2012
Mr. Curtis Overstreet, 84, passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2012, at a Baldwin County hospital.
Mr. Overstreet was a native of Bay Minette,, a lifelong resident of Baldwin County, and a retired employee of Riechold Chemical Company.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jimmie Sue Overstreet and an infant daughter.
Survivors include: two sons, Roy Gene Overstreet of Summerdale and Earless Ray Overstreet of Perdido; two daughters, Peggy Sue Montgomery of Silver Hill, AL, and Jimmie Dale Arrington of Bratt; six grandchildren; and four sisters, Lucile Caterat of Daphne, Lillian Vaughn of Summerdale, Jackie Overstreet Wilson of NC, and Edna Earl Campbell of Fayetteville, NC.
Funeral services will be Saturday, February 4, 2012, at 10 a.m.. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with Sister Helen Stewart officiating.
Burial will follow at the Bay Minette Cemetery.
Visitation will be Friday February 3, 2012, from 6-9 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home in Atmore
James Lavon Kelly
February 3, 2012
James Lavon Kelly, age 77 of Foshee Road in Brewton, passed away Wednesday February 1, 2012, at a local hospital after a brief illness.
Mr. Kelly was a native and former resident of Pensacola, and during his childhood years lived in Pollard, AL, before moving to Brewton over 50 years ago. Mr. Kelly worked for Fisher-Pou Funeral Home in Pensacola during his early career in funeral service, and later worked for Mr. Marshall Craver at Craver’s and Flomaton Funeral Home. He later acquired both funeral homes in which he operated and managed with dignity and respect to the citizens of Brewton, Flomaton and surrounding areas until his retirement in December 2010.
He was a former long time member of the Brewton Rotary Club, Knights of the Round Table and was a member of the Pollard United Methodist Church. Mr. Kelly was an avid Crimson Tide football fan.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Shelby Kelly of Brewton; three daughters, Belinda Hintze of Crofton, Maryland; Beverly Cheniae of Virginia Beach; Brenda Kelly of Flomaton; three sons, Barry VanHoosen of Brewton; Larry VanHoosen of Mobile; Keith VanHoosen of Mobile; one sister, Sue Jarrett of Pensacola; 10 grandchildren, six great grandchildren; and a number of nieces, nephews and other family members.
Funeral services for Mr. James Lavon Kelly are scheduled for Sunday afternoon February 5, 2012, at 2:00 at Craver’s Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Floyd Dyal and Rev. Johnny White officiating. Interment will follow in Pollard Cemetery with Craver’s Funeral Home on Brewton directing.
Visitation will be Saturday February 4, 2012, from 5-9 p.m. at Craver’s Funeral Home Inc,.
Crystal Cherie Owens
February 1, 2012
Crystal Cherie Owens, age 30 of Pensacola, passed away on January 27, 2012.
She loved life and people. Crystal was a people person who had a big heart and would do anything to help, whether right or wrong.
Crystal was preceded in death by her aunt, Cindy Macon and her grandparents, Romaine and Walter Spivey.
She is survived by her children, Daniel Fine and Daelyn Fine; long-time companion, Shawn Fine; mother, Rochelle Dannelly; father, Richard Owens; sisters and brothers, Chris Shiver, Kelly Grim (Anthony), Richard, Jacob and Patrick Owens; grandmother, Anna Scruggs (Carl); aunts and uncles, Lynn Cruz, Joanne Mullins, John Owens, Dorothy Issac, Roxanne Bonifay, and Rhonda Pulley (Ronnie); nieces and nephews, Rebecca & Courtney Grim and McKenzie and Chase Shiver; and many cousins.
There will be a memorial service at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, February 1, 2012, in the Parkview Baptist Church at Rosalyn Way and Cary Memorial Blvd (Brent Lane and Palafox area). Fellowship gathering immediately following service in Church Hall. In place of any food being brought to the house, friends are encouraged to bring to the church to share.
Crystal was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Janice Lee Turner
January 30, 2012
Mrs. Janice Lee Turner, 77, passed away on Sunday, January 29, 2012, in Century.
Mrs. Turner was a native and lifelong resident of Byrneville, and she owned and operated Head Hunters Beauty Shop in Flomaton for a number of years.
She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers and three sisters.
She is survived by two sons, Steve and Angie Turner of Byrneville and Mike and Diane Turner of Theodore; her daughter, Charlotte and Curtis Moye of Flomaton; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 31, 2012, at 2 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home in Atmore with the Rev. Bobo Bell officiating..
Burial will follow at the Byrneville Cemetery.
Visitation will be Tuesday, January 31, 2012, from 12:30 p.m. until funeral time at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Bo Odom, Coley McColeman, Curtis Moye, Deston Taylor, Jerry Doran, and Johnny Lee.
Honorary pallbearers will be Dale Findley.
Gerald David “Jerry” Boles
January 29, 2012
Gerald David “Jerry” Boles of Cantonment went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 26, 2012. He was a member of Gonzalez Baptist Church.
Gerald was preceded in death by his earthly father and mother, William J. and Willie Mae McCurley Boles.
Gerald was a loving brother, uncle, cousin and friend. He will be missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his siblings — one sister, Gwendolyn A. (James) Paul; three brothers, William J. “Buddy” (Brenda) Boles, John S. (Becky) Boles and James T. Boles; his canine friend, Rebel; uncle and aunt, Gafford and Christine McCurdy; aunt, Juanetta Satathite, as well many nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family would like to express heartfelt gratitude to his brother and caregiver, James Terry Boles and the nurses of Home Health Care for their devoted care throughout the years of his paralysis after the passing of his father and mother.
Gerald’s wishes were that his earthly body be cremated and a Memorial Service could be held at a later date.
Jerry will be remembered as quite the jokester.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home South is handling arrangements.
Edward William “Buddy” Brunson
January 27, 2012
Edward William “Buddy” Brunson, 61, passed away on January 26, 2012. He was a lifelong resident of Jay He enjoyed fishing, hunting and was an accomplished pool player. In his later years he became accomplished in the art of painting. He was a great brother and uncle to all of us.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Jonnie Brunson and wife, Marsha Brunson.
He is survived by his sisters, Irene (Benny) Wolfe of Jay, Alene (Benny) Bell of Flomaton, Emma Jo (Andy) Wand of Orlando and many nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2012, from 6-9 p.m. at Jay Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held on Sunday, January 29, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. at Bethel Holiness Church Cemetery with Rev. Wiley officiating services.
Jay Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Minnie Godwin Roley
January 27, 2012
Mrs. Minnie Godwin Roley, 95, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at a Pensacola, FL hospital.
Mrs. Roley was a native of Jackson, AL, and a resident of Davisville, FL since 1950. She was a retired nurse, a former employee of T G & Y, and a member of the Bratt First Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her Husbands, Henry Godwin and Tommy Roley, and a Daughter, Bobbie MaLue.
Survivors include: two Daughters, Faye Cobb of Stockton, AL, and Brenda and Norman Steele of Davisville, FL; 5 Grandchildren; 12 Great-Grandchildren; 24 Great-Great-Grandchildren; a Brother, L.C. and Thelma Amerson of Norfolk, VA; and two Sisters, Shirley and Leroy Whatley of Bratt, FL and Allie Myers of Maryville, LA.
Funeral services will be Saturday, January 28, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with the Rev. Paul Enfinger officiating..
Burial will follow at the Godwin Cemetery.
Visitation will be Saturday, January 28, 2012, from 12:30 p.m. until funeral time at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home
Pallbearers will be Keith Berry, Pete Amerson, III, Wade Amerson, Zachery Steele, Nathan Whitley and Richard Nahkala.
Denny Grant Segrest
January 27, 2012
Denny Grant Segrest, went to swag the gates of Heaven on Monday, January 23, 2012. We may never understand why God takes someone before we’re ready, but obviously He is planning a fantastic party and needs an outstanding decorator; God chose the best!
Denny was born August 8, 1956, and spent his entire life in Chumuckla.
He was preceded in death by his father, Wilfred Segrest, and his grandparents, Claude Grant, Maggie Kelly Grant, and Robert and Bessie Segrest.
He is survived by his mother, Odene Grant Segrest; his sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Mack Wombles; his special cousin, Glennie Faye Hearn; his God-children, Melanie Gaylard Gibbs, Jason Gaylard, Justin Gaylard, and Mikayla Thomas; his special phone friends, Tessie Williams, Dot Germann, and Lillian Ward; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins, who all loved him very much.
Denny never met a stranger. He was a bright and shining star who touched the lives of many people all over the world. To know him was to love him.
Visitation will be Friday, January 27, from 5-8 p.m. at the Lewis Funeral Home, Milton Chapel. A celebration of his life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 28, 2012, at the funeral home with burial to follow at Elizabeth Chapel Cemetery.
Pastor Joey Rogers and Bishop Vincent Warren will be officiating. Pallbearers will be Denny’s cousins. Lewis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mary E. Byrd
January 27, 2012
Mary E. Byrd, 84 of Atmore, died Tuesday January 24, 2012, in Atmore. She was a homemaker, born in Perdido on July 24, 1927, to the late Marvin and Ocea Chapelle Wilson.
She is preceded in death by two daughters, four brothers, and four sisters.
Survivors are three sons, Donald Wayne Cook of Nokomis, FL, Joseph Carl Byrd of GA, James Marvin Byrd of Tallahassee; two daughters, Molly Ogden and Myhalia Ard both of Atmore; one brother, Howard Wilson of Theodore; one sister Mable Julia Lee of Brewton; and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Services will be Saturday January 28, 2012, at 10 a.m. from Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Paul Enfinger officiating. Interment will follow in Antioch Cemetery in Nokomis, FL. Pallbearers will be Ralph Beasley, Terrel Ard, Luther Ogden, Arthur Ray McKenzie, B.J. Long and Martin Hollingsworth.
Family will receive friends Saturday January 28, 2012 at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home one hour prior to service time.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.