Tralve R. McKinley
April 5, 2012
Tralve R. McKinley, age 87 of Atmore, died Thursday April 5, 2012, in Atmore. He was a mechanic with McKinley’s Auto Service. He was born in Atmore on March 26, 1925, to the late Pearlie and Minnie Smith McKinley.
He is survived by his wife, Ethel Brown McKinley, one son, Steve McKinley; two daughters, Mary Ann Minchew and Debbie Smith of Atmore,; two sisters, Helen Davis of Dothan and Evelyn Spearman of Homa, LA, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Graveside service will be Friday April 6, 2012, at 2 p.m. in McCullough Cemetery with Rev. Don Davis officiating.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Mary Louise Lackey
April 4, 2012
After a long, very happy life Mary Louise Lackey went to be with the Lord on April 3, 2012.
She was born November 28, 1921, in Bradenton, Florida, and moved to Molino in 1958. She was a wonderful and loving wife and mother who spent her life taking care of her family. She loved working in the gardens of their family home, cooking and baking those wonderful batches of fudge, cookies and cakes. She was a proud member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church, the Aldersgate United Methodist women and the Molino Homemakers. Mary Louise enjoyed spending time with her friends, laughing and sharing stories while working on various projects.
She is survived by her adoring husband of 63 years, Jimmie; four children Bill (Connie), Walter (Karen), Joyce (Wayne) and Jean (Mercer); grandchildren Brian, Marcus, David, Eric, Joshua, Elizabeth, Haleigh, Hunter and Heather; and one great grandchild Jack.
Mary Louise has now joined her grandson Adam in the loving arms of our Heavenly Father.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 6, 2012, at Aldersgate Methodist Church with Rev. Alan Gantzhorn officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North on Thursday, April 5, 2012, from 5-7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Aldersgate United Methodist Church’s American Cancer-Relay For Life c/o Aldersgate UMC, 6915 North Highway 29, Molino, FL 32577.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 Highway 29 South, Cantonment, is in charge of arrangements.
Curtis Glenn Cardwell
April 4, 2012
Curtis Glenn Cardwell, 74, unexpectedly went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 2, 2012. Glenn was born June 2, 1937 in Jay to William H. and Ella Eola Cardwell. He was a lifelong resident of Pensacola and a graduate of Pensacola High School, Class of 1955.
Glenn retired after more than 35 years in the trucking industry and co-owner of Coastal Service Express. He was a member of Pine Forest Assembly of God, actively serving as a deacon. He was a true man of God, who served the Lord proudly.
He was preceded in death by his cherished and beloved wife, Mildred of 48 years.
Glenn loved spending time with his family, which included his church family. He was an awesome dad, granddaddy, great granddaddy and “Honey” and will be truly missed by everyone who had the good fortune of knowing this kind and gentle man. He had a way of lighting up the room with his smile and always made everyone feel loved.
He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Cindy & Greg Williams; son, Curtis Cardwell; granddaughters; Heather Arrington (Robert), Deborah Cardwell, Sarah Williams, Alisha Jones, Angel Cramer; six great-grandchildren; Jaiden & Colton Odom, Gavin & Brendan Jones, Destiny & Michael Cramer; sister Carol Sweatman; numerous friends, nieces and nephews, and a very special lady, Sue Wilson.
Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 5, 2012, and funeral services will be 10 a.m. Friday, April 6, 2012, at Pine Forest Assembly of God Church with Pastor Gene Hudson officiating, assisted by Bro. David Brown and Bro. Glenn Vaughn.
The family wishes to thank all the many friends and family for their prayers and support.
Faith Chapel North-Cantonment is in charge of arrangements.
Lavaun Murphy
April 4, 2012
Lavaun Murphy, 76, passed away April 1, 2012, at WellStar Tranquility Hospice in Austell, Georgia. He was retired and a life-long resident of Atmore. He was a novelist, loved hunting and fishing and was an avid Alabama Crimson Tide and Atlanta Braves fan.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilson and Lyda Mae Murphy of Mexia, Alabama, brother Fred Murphy of Atmore, and sister Eloise Brown of Mexia.
Cherishing his memories are his wife of 57 years Alice Murphy; his daughter Carolyn and Gerald Hust of Winston, Georgia; his granddaughter Chelsea Hust of Winston, Georgia; sister Agnes Akers of Russellville, Alabama; and brother Donald and Annie Murphy of Mexia.
Funeral services will be Thursday, April 5, 2012, at 10 a.m. from the Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Buddy Williams officiating. Burial will follow in Semirah Springs Baptist Church Cemetery in Uriah.
The family will receive visitors at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 4, 2012 from 6-8 p.m.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Anna Grace McMath
April 1, 2012
Anna Grace McMath, newborn daughter of Amista Rowell McMath (Misty) and Joseph Leroy McMath III (Joey), and younger sister to Abriana Joy McMath (Abby) and Josiah Luker McMath (Josiah), went to the arms of her Heavenly Father on March 27, 2012, just five hours after her earthly family embraced her into theirs. Her life was brief but so beautiful, and her family longs for the day when they will all be reunited.
Anna lived within her mother’s womb for eight months, and during that time, she made a great impact on many who loved her and prayed for her. She was born at Sacred Heart Hospital on March 27, at 10:18 a.m., weighing 4-pounds, 11-ounces. Every treasured minute of her brief life was sacred and was filled with love and joy, and she passed peacefully while being cradled by her family. Hers was a short but full life designed by her loving Creator.
Anna leaves behind her Mama, Daddy, big sister Abby and big brother Josiah of Pace as well as grandparents Joy and Roger Rowell of Berrydale, grandparents Susan and Joe McMath, Jr., of Flomaton, great grandmother Virginia Boothe of Allentown, and great grandmother Mary McMath of Atmore. She also leaves behind aunts, uncles, cousins, and many, many family members who will always miss sweet baby Anna. Anna was preceded in death by a sibling miscarried a year before Anna’s passing as well as her great grandparents, Alex Boothe, Jr., of Allentown, Hazel and Pasco Rowell of Berrydale, Joe McMath of Atmore, and Inez and Clyde Northrop, Jr., of Flomaton.
A private family graveside service will be held in Flomaton at a later date. Services will be provided by Flomaton Funeral Home.
If you wish to honor Anna Grace through a memorial gift, donations may be made to the Pregnancy Resource Center of Milton, 5736 Stewart Street, Milton, FL 32570; (850) 983-2730. There is an established link entitled “In Honor of Anna” on the PRC website, www.prcofmilton.org.
Betty Thurman Faircloth
April 1, 2012
Betty Thurman Faircloth passed away March 29, 2012.
Betty was born in Pensacola in 1930 and lived there until she moved to Molino in 1980. She always loved to go crabbing, fishing and being on the beach.
Survivors include her husband of 57 years, Edward R. Faircloth; daughter, Rennee Scott (Eddy); sons, Michael E. Faircloth (Marie) and Steven M. Faircloth (Annette); six grandchildren, Bridgett, Nick, Jaime, Danna, Michael and Austin; six great grandchildren; sister-in-law Dollie Thurman; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, April 3, 2012, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North-Cantonment.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to service time.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be sent to West Florida Covenant Hospice.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 Highway 29 South, Cantonment is in charge of arrangements.
Vernie Edward “Shorty” Tyree
April 1, 2012
Mr. Vernie Edward “Shorty” Tyree, 60, passed away on Wednesday, March 28, 2012, at his home in Atmore.
Mr. Tyree was a native of McCullough, AL, and has called Atmore home for the past 14 years. Mr. Tyree owned and operated Edward Tyree Trucking Company. He attended Presley Street Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Vernie Lee “Snooks” and Eloise Lassitter Tyree.
He was survived by his wife Linda Powell Tyree of Atmore; two daughters, Brandy Tyree Myrick (Mike) of Robinsonville, and Elizabeth Tyree Godwin (Douglas) of Milton; one brother, Robert Eugene Tyree (Patsy) of Flomaton; two sisters, Annice Tyree Atwell (Don) and Pam Tyree Riddlehoover (Billy) both of Dothan; two grandchildren, Phillip Michael Myrick and Morgan Alexis Myrick.
Funeral services were held Saturday March 31, 2012, at 2:00 p.m.. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with the Rev. Mike Grindle officiating.
Burial followed at the Oak Hill Cemetery.
Visitation was held Friday March 30, 2012 at the Petty Eastside Chapel.
Pallbearers were Doug Parker, Hub Wilson, Jimmy Brown, Richard Brown, Joe Barber and Gary Brown.
Honorary Pallbearers were Steve Luker, Bob Croft and Taylor Boothe.
Donna Jo Way
March 26, 2012
On March 24, 2012, Donna Jo Way, a devoted wife, nurturing mother and caring friend, with her family by her side, was called home by the Lord from her long battle with Cancer. She was a native of Century but currently resided in Navarre with her loving husband of 42 years and family.
She was preceded in death by father Carrie B. Burkett and maternal grandparents Henry G. and Lillie Belle Ray, all of Century.
She is survived by her husband and sole mate Joe Way; son Mark Way and wife Menda; daughters Donnese Way and fiancé Darcy Chaney, Susan Donyelle Hussain and husband Rashid all of Navarre; grandchildren Nathan Slade Crews, Parker Hayden Way, Preston Landon Way, and Aliyah Donyelle Hussain; her mother Mary Lois Burkett from Century; brothers Roger Burkett and wife Katie, Regi Burkett and wife Ann, and Todd Burkett, all of Century, Trent Burkett of Troy and wife Marjorie with children Collin and Brayden; nieces and nephews Mikey Burkett of Flomaton and wife Robbie Lynn and child Amber, Maunica Williams of Century and husband Will, Jeremy Grimes of Century and wife Monica and child Madalyn, Javis Grimes of Century and child Kendell, Casey Roach of Marianna, and husband Stephen with children Benjamin, Reagan, and Samuel, Ryan Burkett of Marianna, Chad Burkett of Brewton and wife Jacqueline and child Kinsley.
There will be visitation at Lewis Funeral Home in Navarre, Florida, at 7794 Navarre Parkway, Navarre, Florida, on Monday, March 26th, from 5 until 7 pm. She will be laid to rest with a Graveside service to be held on Tuesday, March 27th at Beulah Chapel Assembly of God Church Cemetery located at 2341 Highway 4A, Century at 2 p.m.
Renee Darlene Girlie
March 25, 2012
Renee Darlene Girlie, 55 of Molino, passed away on March 20, 2012.
Survivors include her husband, Roy; four children, James Barker, Natticha Spencer, Wayne Vaughn, and Charlotte Van Deusen; many grandchildren; mother and father, Eugene and Lennie Ward; and brother, Ronnie (Barbara) Ward.
Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 26, 2012, at the funeral home.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, March 25, 2012, also at the funeral home.
Trahan Family Funeral Home, 419 Yoakum Court, is in charge of arrangements.
Kenneth Ray Spivey
March 24, 2012
Kenneth Ray Spivey, age 71, passed on to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 22, 2012, at a local hospital. Mr. Spivey was a native and longtime resident of Pensacola and Molino. He was a pawnbroker at Carson’s Pawn Shop for more than 50 years. Mr. Spivey was a loving and devoted father, brother, grandfather and great grandfather. He leaves a large circle of family and friends to cherish memories of his life.
Preceding him in death was his mother Margie Hopkins Spivey.
Survivors include his father Willis P. Spivey, Sr.; his siblings Willis P. Spivey, Jr., David B. Spivey and his wife Tracy, Barbara Lucent and her husband Dana; his children Ted, Randy and his wife Sandi, Teresa Milstead and her husband Eddie and Cameron Spivey; his grandchildren Kelly Rogers and her husband David, Jason, Brandon, Jamie and Tessa Moore, Amber, Heather and James Spivey; great grandchildren Hunter, Hannah, Chandler, Brayden and Bryson; numerous nieces and nephews and his lifelong best friend Jimmy Weaver.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, March 26, 2012, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North-Cantonment. Interment will follow at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
Serving, as pallbearers will be Foye Perry, Jimmy Miller, Tommy Nall, Sambo Garrett, Gene Lewis, Donald Weaver and Wayne Watson.
The family will receive friends at Faith Chapel North-Cantonment from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, March 25, 2012.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 Highway 29 South, Cantonment is in charge of arrangements.