Opal Jeanette Wells
May 21, 2026
Opal Jeanette Wells, lovingly known as Jeanette, Momma, and Memaw, passed away peacefully on May 16th, 2026 at the age of 88. She was born on February 5th, 1938 in Geneva County, Alabama to the late Adolph and Daisy Lee Shields. Opal Jeanette was raised with strong values that shaped her into a woman of compassion, strength, and unwavering biblical love for her family and all of those around her. She was the gold standard of wife, mother, sister, and friend. Opal Jeanette married the love of her life, John A. Wells Jr., and their marriage, so full of adventure, lasted nearly 6 decades before the passing of John. It was a true testament to commitment, partnership, and enduring love. John preceded her in death in 2016 and her beloved son Kevin in 2021. Opal Jeanette longed to be reunited with the both of them. They were a family built on faith, love, and devotion.
In addition to her husband, parents, and son, Opal Jeanette was preceded in death by her siblings: Rudolph Shields, Raydolph Shields, and Annette Lawrence. She is survived by grandchildren, Hunter and Colby Wells; sister, Juliette Amendolare; brother, Randy Shields; and daughter-in-love, Sabrina Wells.
She was a proud grandmother to Hunter Wells and Colby Wells, whose lives will carry on her loving legacy. She dedicated all her adult years as a homemaker and part-time employee of American Greeting Cards. From her legendary biscuits n’ chocolate, savory dinners, bandaging boo boos, catching fish, and the wealth of quality time she gave to her family, words do not suffice to describe the impact this woman had on our lives. As Eric Church said, she loves us like Jesus does.
A woman of deep faith, Opal Jeanette was a devoted member of Pleasant Home Primitive Baptist Church where she found great comfort, fellowship, and spiritual strength in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Her faith guided her life and was evident in her kindness, patience, and the biblical love she freely shared with others.
Opal Jeanette will be remembered as a loving wife, devoted mother, and proud grandmother. Though she will be deeply missed her family takes comfort in knowing she is reunited with her beloved husband John and son Kevin and is resting in eternal peace.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 21st at Faith Chapel North with Brother Gerald Manning from Pleasant Home Primitive Baptist Church officiating. Visitation will begin at 2pm and service will follow at 3pm. There will not be a graveside service following.
James Quinn Burrus (‘Jimmy’)
May 21, 2026
James Quinn Burrus, lovingly known as “Jimmy,” was born September 25, 1958, in Pensacola to Robert and Janice Burrus. He passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026, in Pensacola after losing his hard-fought battle with cancer, surrounded by the love of his family.
Jimmy was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, faithful servant of God, and respected member of his community. He shared 45 wonderful years of marriage with the love of his life, Sylvia D. Burrus.
He was a proud graduate of Pine Forrest High School, Class of 1976. Following graduation, Jimmy answered to call to serve his country by joining the United States Army in 1977. He faithfully served for ten years and was honorably discharged in 1987 with the rank of Staff Sergeant.
After his military service, Jimmy dedicated 25 years of hard work as a warehouse manager for Haverty’s Furniture. Beyond his career, he poured his heart into mentoring and coaching youth baseball, softball, and football at Bellview Ball Park for many years. His influence on the young people in his community will not be forgotten.
Jimmy enjoyed golfing and bowling, above all else he cherished his family. The love he had for them was immeasurable and evident in everything he did. A God-fearing man who deeply loved Jesus Christ, Jimmy was a faithful member of Marcus Point Baptist Church for more than 20 years. He lived his life as a selfless servant to God, his family, and his community.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Janice Burrus; his sister, Marian Burrus; his son, James Burrus; and Grandson, Rashee Ross.
Jimmy leaves behind to cherish his memory his beloved wife, Sylvia Burrus; his children, Kristal L. Burrus, Michael A. Burrus (Sarah), and Michelle A. McCastle (John); 11 grandchildren; I great-grandchild; 5 siblings; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
His legacy of faith, love, strength, and service will continue to live on in all who knew and loved him. He will forever be our hero.
Tanner Ray Bailey
May 19, 2026
Tanner Ray Bailey, 22, of Barrineau Park, Florida, passed away suddenly on May 9, 2026, as the result of a car accident. He was taken far too soon, leaving behind a community of people whose lives were made richer simply by knowing him.
Tanner was born on December 20, 2003, in Barrineau Park. It was in this community that Tanner grew into the young man he was – grounded, warm-hearted, and always close to the people he loved. He attended school locally, where he built the friendships that would remain dear to him throughout his life.
Tanner had a simple and genuine way about him. He could be found fishing, riding ATVs with his friends at Boggs and Boulders, spending time with the people he loved, or lending a hand to his grandparents whenever they needed him. He took pride in showing up for the people he cared about.
He is survived by his mother, Michelle Voorhees; his father, Dan Bailey; his grandparents, Kenneth and Regina Voorhees; his uncle and aunt, Corey and Sarah Voorhees; his cousins; his beloved son, Kason, who will carry Tanner’s spirit forward; and a wide circle of friends who will miss him deeply.
The honorary pallbearers are Dathan Church, Hunter Cain, Zachary Stanton, Chandler Rogers, Cole Caldwell, and Kaleb Pace.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026, beginning at 1:00 p.m. at Faith Chapel North, with the funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m. Friends and family are welcome and encouraged to come celebrate his life and offer their support for those who loved him most.
Tanner Ray Bailey – gone too young, but never forgotten.
James Ray Dunlap
May 17, 2026
James Ray Dunlap, of Cantonment, FL, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Born on March 30, 1942, in Milton, FL to Otha James and Dollie Mae Dunlap. Ray attended Milton High School, class of 1960. His early career started as a local radio DJ and he later went to work at Air Products. However, he was more widely known as an exceptional and leading salesman (mostly appliances) for Sears for many years. Following this, he went on to work with Washington Mutual/Citi Financial, valet parking with West Florida Hospital and even returned to sales with Barrows Furniture before officially retiring. He also returned to the airwaves hosting the Sunday morning radio program from Olive Baptist Church.
Ray was known for his caring nature, his voice on air as a disc jockey, and his relentless sense of humor. Ray loved all things outdoors including various forms of fishing, bird watching, yardwork/gardening or just riding his golf cart. But most of all, he loved spending time with family.
Ray is survived by his sister Charlotte Brainard (Phil), sons David (Vicki), Jay (Dannielle), and Kevin (Mandy), grandchildren Katharine, Amber, Emily, TJ, Olivia, and Chase, and great grandson Kayce. He was preceded in death by his parents Otha and Dollie Dunlap and sister Betty Harrington.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Gonzalez Methodist Church. The family will receive visitors from 4-5pm followed by the celebration service. Arrangements will be made through Waters and Hibbert Funeral Home.
Joseph Michael ‘Mike’ Nevels
May 16, 2026
Joseph Michael “Mike” Nevels, age 78, of Jay, Florida, went to be with our Lord and Savior on May 13, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Mike was born in Elba, Alabama, on November 30, 1947, to James and Claudine Nevels. In 1956, the Prescott family moved his family to Jay, where he grew up and graduated from Jay High School with the Class of 1966. Following graduation, Mike proudly answered the call of duty and voluntarily joined the U.S. Army, serving with honor in Vietnam during the Tet Offensive (1967-1968).
On June 2, 1967, he married the love of his life, Kay. Following his military service, the couple permanently settled in Jay, Florida, to build their life and raise their family. Mike was a highly skilled Master Electrician, dedicating 33 years of hard work and expertise to Exxon at the Jay plant and off-shore until his well-deserved retirement in April 2008.
Mike loved his family deeply, both immediate and extended. He was fiercely devoted to his wife, children, and grandchildren, and was a constant pillar of support for his many brothers and sisters. Everyone in the community knew that if they called Mike for help, he would drop everything to be there. This servant’s heart extended to his faith; Mike was a dedicated member of the Jay First Baptist Church for 46 years, where he spent countless hours contributing to the upkeep and maintenance of the church buildings and grounds.
Fishing has always been Mike’s passion even when he was little and he and his brothers Patton and Obie would walk to the river bridge to haul a mess of fish back to the house. After retiring, Mike found great joy in the simple pleasures of life and continued fishing whenever he could along the Escambia & Tensaw River with Obie and his brother-in-law Kenneth. He also cherished his afternoons and summer days spent making memories with Joseph and Holley James after school. He did his absolute best to take care of everyone around him, leaving a legacy as the toughest, most dependable man his family ever knew.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents, James and Claudine Nevels; his two sisters, Willigem Crocker and Betty Ates; and his beloved daughter, Kimberly Kay Nevels.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of 58 years, Carolyn Kay Nevels; his daughter, Melinda (Brian) Johnson; his son, James Michael Nevels; six grandchildren, Mary (Robby) Yant, Austin (Courtney) Sapp, Karrie (Tyler) Hutchcraft, Brody (Bentley) Johnson, Joseph Michael Nevels, and Holley James Nevels; three great-grandchildren, with a fourth expected blessing due in October; four sisters, Mary Dean Donaldson, Totsye Nevels, Jeanne Pepper, and Gwen Golden; three brothers, Patton (Sandy) Nevels, Obie (Reta) Nevels, and Marty (Delaine) Nevels; along with a large, loving network of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
Pallbearers are: Obie Nevels, James Michael Nevels, Brian Johnson, Derrek Nevels, Austin Sapp, Brody Johnson.
Honorary Pallbearers are: Joseph Michael Nevels, Patton Nevels, Marty Nevels, Kenneth McPherson, Wilbur Moran and Bob Holland.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, from 6-8 p.m. at Jay First Baptist Church.
A Celebration of Life service will take place on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Jay First Baptist Church with burial immediately following at Jay Cemetery. Jay Funeral Chapel is entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the American Diabetes Association in honor of “daddy’s little girl,” Kimberly.
Gerald ‘Jerry’ Allen Erickson
May 15, 2026
Gerald “Jerry” Allen Erickson of Pensacola, Florida passed away on May 13, 2026.
Jerry was born on September 15, 1953 in Maple Lake, Minnesota to Warren Carl Erickson and Catherine Marie O’Neill Erickson. He had a career with the United States Navy, retiring as an ABH1 after 20 years of dedicated service. Afterwards, Jerry worked for over 35 years at the Pensacola Aviation Center. Passionate about sports, he was very actively involved in coaching baseball for all three of his sons.
Jerry was preceded in death by his father Wayne Carl Erickson and his mother Catherine Marie Erickson.
He is survived by his wife, Char Erickson; his sons, Gerald Erickson, Jr., Keith Michael Erickson, and Joseph Carl Erickson; his ex-wife, Pam Smith; his granddaughter, Izabella Erickson; his grandsons, Evann Erickson, Keith Erickson, Jr., Liam Erickson, Jace Edwards, Jackson Edwards, Alex Morales, and Louie Morales.
The pallbearers will be Gerald Erickson, Jr., Keith Erickson, Joseph Erickson, Evann Erickson, Keith Erickson, Jr., and Liam Erickson.
Services for Jerry will be held at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, with a visitation starting at 11 a.m. and funeral starting at noon officiated by Pastor Mike Mashburn. Burial will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery, his final resting place.
Angela Marie Baker
May 13, 2026
Angela Marie Baker, 47, passed away on May 4, 2026. She was born on October 23, 1978, to Milledge and Barbara Sibbach Baker.
Angela was a call center operator for Wind Creek Casino and was of the Episcopal Faith.
She is survived by her parents, Milledge and Barbara Baker, aunts, uncles, and friends.
Memorial Graveside services will be held Friday, May 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Walnut Hill Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Tom Raines officiating. Inurnment will follow at Walnut Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Walnut Hill, FL.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Joan Jane Metzger
May 13, 2026
Joan Jane Metzger, age 90, of Cantonment, Florida, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 6, 2026!
Joan will be remembered for being a devoted wife, mother, and servant of the Lord!
She is survived by her husband, Murray Metzger of 67 years; her sister, Phyllis Johnson; her son, David Metzger; her daughter, Ruth Ward; her daughter-in-law, Lynne Metzger; her three grandchildren, Michael Metzger, Cory Metzger Mattern, and Nicholas Ward; and her three great-grandchildren, Lily Metzger, David Mattern, and Isaac Mattern!
She is preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Carrie Davis; her brother, Lawrence Davis; her sisters, Betty Corson and Joyce Dodsen; and her son-in-law, Richard Ward.
A memorial will be held at Charity Chapel on Monday, May 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
Judy Ann Lambert
May 13, 2026
Judy Ann Lambert, 74, passed away on May 9, 2026. She was born on September 9, 1951, to Jackson H. and Bernice Ward Gipson.
Judy was an owner-operator of numerous restaurants through the years and a member of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
She is preceded in death by her parents and two grandchildren, Braylee Lambert and Urijah Lambert.
Judy is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Donald Gene Lambert; son Timothy Lambert of Flomaton, AL, and her daughters, Tonya Lambert Creel of Flomaton, AL, and Tina (Brian) Pace of Houston, TX. She is also survived by her brother, Joseph (Sylvia) Gipson of Walnut Hill, FL, and her sister, Sue (Steve) Byrd of Walnut Hill, FL, along with numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home with Elder Bobby Wilson officiating. Interment will follow at Serenity Gardens in Atmore, AL.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. until service time at 2:00 p.m.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Robert Leon Glick
May 13, 2026
Robert Leon Glick, age 84, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026. He was born on April 4, 1942, to Mahlon and Ruth Kennel Glick in Lancaster, PA.
Robert was a lifelong farmer and a member of Mennonite Christian Fellowship in Atmore, AL. He retired after over 63 years of farming. Robert always had a big garden, and since retirement, he spent many hours cultivating a lush garden in spite of the pain he often had from the work.
His great-grandchildren brought him much joy, and he found ways to connect with them. One memory with them was when he cracked a coconut for them to see what the inside looked like. He also loved cherry ice cream, Anna’s homemade fig jam, and other homemade goodies. He was an avid hunter and continued to hunt even at 83 years old. His family appreciated his attention to detail, and he taught us the value of hard work. He recently enjoyed the celebration of his 84th birthday with all of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren attending. He celebrated 63 years of marriage on May 4th. Robert’s life was a testament of faithful service to the Lord and his family.
Robert is survived by his wife, Anna Hostetter Glick; children, Regina Glick Kurtz (Ken), Doreen Glick Hess (Keith), Ruth Ann Glick Hornback, and Dwane Glick (Regina). He is survived by his sister, Mary Ann Glick Hostetter (John), ten grandchildren, Benjamin Hess (Kara), Chelsey Hess Holden (Scott), Michael Glick (Mallory), Alexis Kurtz Howell (Shaun), Jessica Glick Martin (Zach), Courtney Hornback McKinney (Keith), Ashlyn Glick Parker (Andrew), Bradley Hornback, Kaylie Glick, and Braden Glick. He has seventeen great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Melvin Glick.
Messages of condolence can be sent to the Glick family at 3035 Old Bratt Rd., Atmore, AL 36502.
The family requests memorial donations in Robert’s memory to Samaritan’s Purse in lieu of flowers.
https:www.samaritanspurse.org/memorial-page/Robert-Glick-Atmore-AL
Memorial Services will be held on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at Mennonite Christian Fellowship.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 17, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until service time at 6:30 p.m. at Mennonite Christian Fellowship. Everyone is welcome to join the family for the visitation and memorial service.
A private family graveside service will be held at Freemanville Community Cemetery with Pastor Blaine Copenhaver officiating.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.