Bob Sweeney
November 21, 2025
Bob Sweeney, 92, lived an active live energized by his faith in Jesus Christ, his devotion to family, and his creativity in his vocation of construction. He died peacefully at VITAS Hospice on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025.
Born June 18, 1933, at Sanders Beach in downtown Pensacola, Bob was the youngest of five children of Ivan Joseph and Mary Kathleen Murphy Sweeney. He was predeceased by his parents, three brothers and sister.
Bob attended J.M. Tate High School where he met his first wife of 57 years, Shirley Pace Sweeney. Bob and Shirley married Feb. 17, 1951. They soon found a church home in Olive Baptist Church, where Bob made a profession of faith in Jesus as his Savior and followed in believer’s baptism. Bob and Shirley made Olive their church home for 54 years.
Bob said he “found” a stray horse at age 9 and began riding it to school daily. Thus began his lifelong affection for equines that led to his owning a 10-acre homestead in Cantonment for 60 years. Known to his grandchildren – Clayton and Melody – as PawPaw, he passed down his love for horses by teaching them to ride. He used his horseback riding skills in the 1960s and 1970s as a member of the Escambia County Sheriff’s Posse, performing search and rescues and representing the community in parades riding his Palomino “Peaches.”
Professionally, Bob was a Florida General Contractor and built well over 100 custom homes in the Pensacola area, including some of the first on Pensacola Beach’s Sabine Island. Then he transitioned to commercial construction. He built about 200 KFC stores across the Southeast and lastly was in charge of building some 20 churches and family life centers as superintendent for Jerry Toler Construction.
The last custom home Bob oversaw was the construction of his and his second wife Sue’s personal residence. Sue and Bob were married Jan.10, 2009, at East Brent Baptist Church where he has been a member the past 16 years. They moved into the new home in spring 2023. He personally built all the cabinets for this house!
Bob is survived by his wife, Carolyn Sue Pugh Sweeney; his daughter, Julie Gay (David) Sweeney Cameron; his youngest son, Clayton Thomas (Candy) Sweeney; his grandson, Clayton Thomas Sweeney II; his granddaughter, Melody Kathleen Cameron; his daughter-in-law, Susan Barber Sweeney; two stepsons, Jason and Jerel Pugh; and a stepdaughter, Kalyn Pugh. Bob was preceded in death last Nov. 22, 2024, by his oldest son, Stephen Robert Sweeney.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to Pensacola Habitat for Humanity.
Luther Joseph ‘Joey’ Croley
November 21, 2025
Mr. Luther Joseph “Joey” Croley, age 67, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, in Pensacola, Florida. A native of Crestview, Florida, Joey’s life journey led him through the charming towns of Fairhope and Daphne, Alabama, before he ultimately settled in Castleberry, a community that embraced him for the past forty years. Known for his warm spirit and kind heart, Joey touched the lives of many with his genuine nature and infectious smile. His legacy will undoubtedly live on in the memories of those who were fortunate enough to know him. As friends and family gather to celebrate his life, they will remember not only his contributions to the community but also the love he shared with everyone around him.
He had a deep passion for the great outdoors, always excited about hunting and fishing whenever he could. Riding motorcycles gave him a thrill, and he loved the freedom it brought. A devoted Alabama football fan, he would cheer loudly during the games, sharing those moments with family and friends. He enjoyed watching westerns, finding joy in their stories and adventures. His work took him traveling to many places, but he always treasured the time spent with loved ones. Food was another of his loves, with carrot cake being his absolute favorite treat.
Mr. Croley is survived by his sisters, Mary Abbott of Brewton, Alabama and Janet Croley of Brewton, Alabama; niece and nephew, Tracey Parr (Tracy) of Baytown, Texas and Amanda (Gene) Carpenter of Brewton, Alabama; great niece and nephew, Zack (Crystal) Williams of Brewton, Alabama and Allie Parr of Baytown, Texas.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Luther and Mary Lois Wright Croley; sister, Sarah Mae Croley.
Funeral services will be held Monday, November 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM at Petty Funeral Homes, LLC. with Reverend Michael Wright officiating.
Burial will follow at Godwin Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Monday, November 24, 2025 from 11:00 AM until service time at 12:00 PM at Petty Funeral Homes, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Michael Ballard, Tracey Parr Cameron Ballard, Gene Carpenter, Louis Tharp, Zack Williams.
Honorary pallbearer Jed Brooks.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC Atmore, Alabama is in charge of all arrangement
Roy ‘Chuck’ Skaggs
November 20, 2025
Roy “Chuck” Skaggs, 60, of Walnut Hill, FL, passed away on November 17, 2025, at his home. He was born on October 27, 1965, in Pensacola, FL, to Bennie Skaggs and Emogene Mitchell Beck. Chuck was employed with International Paper Company, where he later retired. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, and riding his tractor. He was also a member of Dry Springs Holiness Church.
Chuck is preceded in death by his parents, Bennie Skaggs and Emogene Mitchell Beck, and his grandparents, A.D. Spence and Hazel Spence.
Chuck is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Alice Wood Skaggs, his sons, Riley (Erica) Skaggs of Cantonment, FL, and Corey Skaggs of Jay, FL; his daughter, Danielle (Alex) Scanlon of Pace, FL; his sisters, Christy Kolb of Pensacola, FL, and Sharon Skaggs of Texas; his grandchildren, Beverly Skaggs, Logan Skaggs, Gracie Skaggs, and Xander Scanlon, his niece; Bethany, his nephews; Aaron, and Ryan, and many other cousins, family, and friends whom loved him dearly.
A memorial service for Chuck will be held on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at the Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Joe Gibson officiating.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ella Ree Moye
November 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Ella Ree Monk Moye, on November 11, 2025. She passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Ella was born on September 17, 1935, in Castleberry, Alabama. She was the beloved daughter of Richard Thomas and Martha Alice Monk and the cherished youngest of six children. From the very beginning, Ella’s life was filled with laughter, creativity, and faith; gifts she carried with her and shared so generously with everyone she met.
A Pensacola-area resident for over 50 years, Ella built a beautiful life centered around her family, faith, and community. She married the love of her life, William R. “Dick” Moye, Sr. and together they shared 59 wonderful years of marriage; a union built on faith, laughter, and steadfast love.
Ella was an avid painter, a gifted poet, and a talented seamstress whose creativity brightened the world around her. In 1997, she was crowned Ms. Senior Gulf Coast Alabama, a title that reflected her grace, warmth, and timeless beauty.
She loved the simple pleasures; days at the beach, fishing by the water, and cheering on the Alabama Crimson Tide. She cherished holidays and family gatherings, where her laughter and wit filled every room. Ella never met a stranger; she had a natural way of making everyone feel welcomed, seen, and loved. She touched countless lives with her wisdom, humor, and unwavering spirit of perseverance, leaving a lasting impression on all who were blessed to know her.
A member of Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church, Ella’s faith in Jesus Christ was the cornerstone of her life. More than anything, she wanted everyone she met to know and love Jesus. Her unwavering faith and joyful spirit were her greatest testimonies.
Ella was a devoted Mother and “Grannie” to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her love continues to live on through her family. Her life was a beautiful reflection of faith, love, laughter, and grace, a legacy that will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Though our hearts are heavy, we find peace in knowing that she is now home with her Savior, rejoicing in the eternal love of Jesus Christ.
Preceded in death by her husband, William Richard “Dick” Moye Sr.; parents, Richard Thomas and Martha Alice Monk; brothers, Daniel Monk (Lucille), Clifford Monk (Evelyn), and Kenneth Monk; sisters, Peggy Lambeth, Myrtle Clark (Erbie), and Lou Barker.
She is survived by her children, Richard Vernon “Dicky” Moye (Pam), Angela Moye Douglas (Mike), Alicia Moye McCormick (Terry), William Richard “Richie” Moye, Jr. (Dana), William Russell “Rusty” Moye (Mandy), and Timothy Warren Moye (Maria); 15 Grandchildren: Candi Stokes (John), Pamela Williams (Jason), Josh Moye, Shane Moye (Kayla), Sara Henderson (Bill), Ashley McCormick, Brittany Brown, Richard “RJ” Moye (Megan), Preston Moye (Kelly), Melissa Appleby (Andrew), Casey Moye (Ashley), Russ Moye, Brad Moye, Trenton Moye, and Jolene Douglas; 15 Great Grandchildren: Courtney, Katelyn, McKenzie, Kash, Parker, Reagan, Aubrey, Carson, Nolan, Bryce, Pearsyn, Bryndle, Wilson, Gracelynn, and Riley.
A celebration of her life will be held at Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church, 140 W Bogia Rd, McDavid, Florida 32568, on Monday, November 17, 2025, with visitation at 10:00 AM and service to follow at 11:00 AM. We would like for you to consider wearing colorful clothing at her request.
Active pallbearers will be her grandsons, RJ, Shane, Preston, Josh, Russ, Brad, Trenton, and Casey. Honorary pallbearers: Bill Henderson, Jason Williams, John Stokes, and Andrew Appleby.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church, PO Box 3410, McDavid, Florida 32568.
Bonny Gregory Shiflett
November 17, 2025
Bonny Gregory Shiflett, 62, of Cantonment, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on November 14, 2025. She was born in Adrian, Michigan, to Bobby and Shirley Gregory and spent her childhood moving often as a proud Navy brat.
She dedicated 38 and a half years to teaching elementary school, a career that was truly her passion. She held a special love for American history, and thousands of students were impacted by her caring spirit and enthusiasm for learning.
Bonny met her beloved husband, Bret, in college, and the two were married for over 39 years. She was an incredible mother to her daughter, and becoming a “Bon Bon” to her grandsons in recent years was among her greatest joys.
A devoted Christian, she lived her faith sincerely in all aspects of her life. She was a friend to everyone she met and could always find way to connect and encourage. Cruising on the pontoon boat with her and Bret and rocking on the front porch were among her most treasured activities. An avid Alabama football fan, she shared many a “Roll Tide”.
She is preceded in death by her father, Bobby Gregory.
She is survived by her husband, Bret; her daughter, Allison Creed, and son-in-law, Bryan Creed; her grandsons, Elijah and Zachary; her mother, Shirley Gregory; her sister, Peggy Howell and husband, David; and her brother, Bobby Gregory, and wife, Becky.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 21, 2025, from 11:00am- 12:00pm at Pensacola Memorial Gardens. A Funeral service will follow at the same location.
Erica Lynn White
November 15, 2025
Ms. Erica Lynn White, age 40, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2025 in Atmore, Ala.
Ms. White was born in Monroe County where she was a resident for most of her life and was a member of Oak Grove Lighthouse Church.
Preceded in death by her grandparents, Mr. A.O. White and Ruth White, Carolyn Rowell and Roy Rowell.
Survivors include: her parents, Bruce and Kathy Rowell White of Monroeville; two sons, Hunter White of Monroeville and Aiden Jordan of Brewton; a brother, Blake White of Monroeville; a sister, Temeshia Bailey of Uriah; 4 nieces; 3 nephews; and 2 great-nieces.
Graveside services will be Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. at Excel Cemetery.
Teresa Jeanette Irving-Nisewonger
November 6, 2025
Mrs. Teresa Jeanette Irving-Nisewonger, age 54, passed away at a Pensacola hospital surrounded by her family on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Mrs. Teresa was born in Fresno, California but had been a lifelong resident of Flomaton, Alabama. She was an avid Auburn fan and loved dirt track racing. She was one to always put everyone before herself. She loved and adored her grandchildren and family. Teresa is preceded in death by her stepmother – Catherine Irving; niece – Lindsey Irving.
Mrs. Teresa is survived by her father – Terry Irving of Salem, Missouri; mother – Jeanette Thompson of Flomaton; husband of 28 years – Richard Nisewonger of Flomaton; son – Jacob Irving of Pensacola, FL; daughter – Morgan Nahgonbe-Heinze of Flomaton; two brothers- Arthur Irving of Bakersfield, CA. and Joshua (Rhiannon) Irving of Texas; three sisters – Christal (Kevin) Maxwell of Salem, Missouri, Elizabeth (Chris) Hendrickson of Bend, Oregon, and Lorie Cree of Bakersfield, CA.; two grandchildren – Jordyn Nahgonbe-Heinze and Wyatt Bush.
Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Liberty Baptist Church with Bro. Tony Richburg and Bro. Rusty Burnham officiating. Interment at Hollywood Cemetery in Flomaton, AL.
Pallbearers – James Green, C.J. Linam-Green, Christopher Blackburn, Chris Nahgonbe-Heinze, Joshua Irving and Anthony Lucero.
Wendy Michelle Booker
October 29, 2025
Wendy Michelle Booker, 60, of Jay, Florida passed away on October 26, 2025.
Wendy was a Jay High School graduating class of 1982. She enjoyed fishing with her husband, crafting, baking, thrifting, and traveling to Tennessee to see the leaves change color. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She was a member of the Century Church of Christ.
She was proceeded in death by her father Billy Blackmon of Jay, FL and her former sister-in-law Misty Wright, of Jay, FL.
She is survived by her husband, Wally Booker of Jay, FL; her mother, Janice Blackmon of Jay, FL; her son, Chad (Kristie) Booker of Summerville, GA; her daughter, Brandy (Wade) Edwards of Bratt, FL; her grandchildren Braxton (Raegan) Edwards, of Canoe, FL; Bradi (Tyler Murphy) Edwards of Century, FL; Jordan (Grace Johnson) Mosley of Carrollton, GA; Cameron Booker of Summerville, GA; her brother, Scott (Wendy) Blackmon of Jay, FL; her sister, Amy (Brian) Hawthorne of Jay, FL; her brother-in-law Larry Booker of Jay, FL; her sister-in-law Ginger (Ronald) Steele of Brewton, AL; her nephews, Tyler (Morgan) Blackmon of Jay, FL; Nolan (Danielle) Hawthorne of Jay, FL; Zachary Blackmon of Jay, FL; her great-nephews Liam Hawthorne and Trajan Blackmon; her very close friends Evelyn and Joe Edwards of Brewton, AL. She is also survived by a magnitude of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews that she loved dearly.
The Family wishes to thank the nurses with VITAS hospice for their wonderful care given during her time of sickness, Dr C. David Smith for being her physician for many years, and all the family and friends who have prepared food, sent cards, and visited during her time of sickness it was greatly appreciated.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at Lewis Funeral Home Jay Cornerstone Chapel, 4003 Highway 4, Jay, Florida 32565, with visitation from 1-2 p.m. and service at 2 p.m.
Donald (Donnie) Forrest Clayton
October 28, 2025
Donald (Donnie) Forrest Clayton, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated servant of his country and faith, passed away peacefully at his home in Pensacola, Florida.
Donnie was born on July 15, 1940, in Columbus, Mississippi, to the late Denver Lee and Kay Clayton of Reform, Alabama. He was raised in Reform at the natural gas plant, a place that shaped his early life.
Donnie proudly answered the call to service, joining the U.S. Military. He bravely served his country over 20 years in the U.S. Army, including several tours of duty in Vietnam.
After his military service, Donnie pursued a life of faith and learning, attending Bible Seminary with Conrad Murrell in Bentley, Louisiana. He spent many years fellowshipping and serving at Fellowship of Jesus Christ Church in Gordo, Alabama, a community that was dear to his heart.
Donnie is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara Clayton, of Pensacola, Florida.
He was a devoted father and is survived by his sister, Lana Clayton, his daughters, Angela Barberi and Mechelle Hodgens, his step-daughter, Debbie Thomas and step-son David Lyon, and his daughters in law Iris Barberi and Erin Lyon, sons in law Rodney Hodgens and Stephen Thomas .
Donald cherished his role as a grandfather to Matt Funderburk, Casey Blair, Will Blair, Paul Blair, and Tessa Funderburk.
In accordance with his wishes, Donnie’s cremated remains will be laid to rest next to his mother at Graham Memorial Cemetery in Reform, Alabama
Helen Louise Nicholson
October 24, 2025
Helen Louise Nicholson, 99, of Pensacola, passed away October 18, 2025. Louise was born in Molino, Florida, on November 4, 1925, to Edward and Ada McCann. She attended the old Molino School and graduated from Tate High School. She was married to John Clark Nicholson for 39 years. As a young woman, Louise worked at the paper mill in Cantonment for several years until she married and became a housewife and mother. She sold Avon for 64 years, an honored member of the President’s Club for many of those years. She retired at the age of 97. Louise was also employed at Pensacola Auto Auction for a period of ten years.
The McCann and Nicholson families were some of the founding members of Aldersgate Methodist Church in Molino where Louise was a regular member all of her life, taught Sunday School, and sang in the choir. She enjoyed playing Bunko with family and friends, loved to cook and was known as the “chicken whisperer” for her fried chicken and as the “cake lady.” She took pride in her yard and flower gardens and was passionate about canning and preserving fresh fruits and vegetables. She especially loved picking peaches at the orchards in Alabama.
Louise was preceded in death by her husband, J.C. Nicholson; her parents, Edward and Ada McCann; siblings, Roger McCann, Billy McCann, Doris (Leon) Cassady, and Bobby McCann.
She is survived by sons, Ronnie Nicholson and Steve (JoAnne) Nicholson; three granddaughters, Laura Nicholson, Lindsay Byrd, Corey Wunder; sisters-in law, June McCann, Ethel McCann, and Martha McCann; and many great- grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, family and friends.
The family appreciates the many blessings of her church family and friends, especially neighbor, Candy Hall, who came every day to visit and help Louise. Also, many thanks go to Vitas Hospice in Pensacola for their care and compassion. A celebration of life will be held at Aldersgate Methodist Church on Highway 29 in Molino, Thursday, October 30, with visitation at 11 a.m.