Cornelius “Neal” Reynolds
June 28, 2010
Cornelius “Neal” Reynolds, 94, born August 18, 1915, to Stephen Parker Reynolds and Hattie Alabama McKinley Reynolds in Franklin, AL, passed away Thursday, June 24, 2010 in Cantonment, Florida.
He was preceded in death by his father, Stephen Reynolds; mother, Hattie Reynolds; first wife, Ollie Mae Mabrey Reynolds; second wife, Velma Buzbee; three brothers, Lester Reynolds, Carl Reynolds and Hunter Reynolds.
He is survived by his two sisters, Myrtle Norris and Dorothy (Dot) Drew; two daughters, Elaine Jones and Darlene (Terry) Boyett; two sons, Ronnie Reynolds and Dwight (Debbie) Reynolds; eight grandchildren, Travis (Jenny) Boyett, Holly (Mike) Milstead, Raymond (Laurie) Jones, Heather (John) Nicholls, David (Natalie) Jones, Megan (Matt) Ausbrooks, Logan Reynolds, and Clayton Reynolds; ten great-grandchildren, Jonathan Jones, Angelica Jones, Ember Reynolds, Zoey Reynolds, Nathan Jones, Connie Nicholls, Zachary Milstead, Emily Jones, Rachel Jones and Joel Jones.
The family would like to give special thanks to Linda Spencer, Hazel Smith, and Cathy Willis for all the tender loving care that they gave to “Pa”, and to Dr. Robert Flurry, his nurse, Karen, and his staff for their professional and prompt care.
The viewing will be held at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, on Tuesday, June 29, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Funeral Service will be held First Baptist Church of Cottage Hill, Cantonment on Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at 20:30 a.m., Pastor Mark Torrez, Rev. Phil Enfinger, and Rev. Raymond Jones will be officiating.
Graveside Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. at McCullough Cemetery, McCullough, Alabama.
Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Cottage Hill, 230 Williams Ditch Rd, Cantonment, FL 32533, Building Fund or to BIMI (Baptist International Missions Incorporated), Elaine Jones, P.O. Box 9215, Chattanooga, Tennessee.
FAITH CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME NORTH, 1000 Hwy 29S, Cantonment, FL is in charge of arrangements.
Fred Owens Jr.
June 28, 2010
Mr. Fred Owens Jr, 83, died Sunday, June 27, 2010, at a Brewton hospital. He was a native of Wilmer, Ark., and a resident of the Flomaton and Century area since 1971, coming from Bossier City, La. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, retiring after 22 years of service as a jet engine and missile technician. While stationed at Eglin Air Force Base, he received the Air Force Commendation Medal for rescuing a launched, out of control missile that could have done grave damage to the base. After he retired from the military, he worked in the oil fields as a technician. He was a member of Century First Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Lou S. Owens of Flomaton; four sons, Fred A. (Sharon) Owens, Terrance ‘Terry’ H. (Cynthia) Owens, Darrell (Kimberly) Owens and Tracy R. Owens, all of Flomaton; a daughter, Sandra L. (Donny) Hastings of Brewton; two sisters, Francis Wright of Lake Providence, La. and Kathlene Gideon of Dearborn, Mich.; 11 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 30, at 2 p.m. at Flomaton Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Homer Stewart and the Rev. Gam Graves officiating. Burial will follow at Rock Cemetery with full military honors and Flomaton Funeral Home directing. Pallbearers will be Kyle Owens, T.J. Owens, Mickey Sansom, Coby Owens, David Owens, and Charles Sansom.
Ryder Nathaniel Depue Carden
June 24, 2010
Infant Ryder Nathaniel Depue Carden passed away on Monday, June 21, 2010 in Birmingham, AL.
Ryder was a native and resident of Century, FL. He was preceded in death by a Cousin, Bryant Terrance McCall, his Great-Grandparents, Robert Burke, Betty Redmond, Nick Carden and Stella Carden, a Great-Aunt, Elizabeth Burnham, and a Great-Uncle, Douglas Carden.
Survivors include: his Parents, Nick Depue and Katie Carden of Century, FL; his Grandparents, Charles and Maggie Carden of Atmore, AL, Sharon Ruybalid of Century, FL, Paris Ruybalid of CA, and Terry Ham of Delray Beach, FL; Great-Grandparents, Ginger Rogers of Delray Beach, FL, JoAnn Ruybalid of CA, Rita Depue of CA, Sandy Ruybalid of CA, Allen Redmond of Bay Minette, AL, Earnie Depue of CA, Richard Ruybalid of CA, and Melba Burk of Flomaton, AL; three Aunts, Sarah Jackson of Brewton, AL, Jennifer Taylor of Andalusia, AL, and Amber Ruybalid of CA; an Uncle, Richard Depue of CA; and a number of Cousins..
Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 26, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with the Rev. Mike Henderson officiating.
Burial will follow at Pollard Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Friday, June 25, 2010 between 6:00 and 8:00 P.M .at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Nella Mae Hester
June 24, 2010
Nella Mae Hester, age 81, of Molino, Florida passed away Monday, June 21, 2010 at her home. Mrs. Hester was born January 21, 1929 in Brunswick, Georgia to Gordon and Madeline Arnett Westberry. She was a member of Victory Assembly of God Church.
Surviving Mrs. Hester are her husband, James S. Hester; her two sons, Russell and Ronald Hester; her two daughters, Patricia Jane Clemente and Karen Reichle; 17 grandchildren and 14 greatgrandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 25, 2010 at Victory Assembly of God Church in Cantonment with Rev. Jeff McKee and Rev. Doug Green officiating. Interment will follow at Bayview Memorial Park Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers will be: grandsons, Troy Hester, Tobe Hester, Jared Hester, Jason Hester, Jimmy Reichle and Christopher Hester.
Honorary pallbearers will be: Jason Clemente, Raymond Bielun, Michael Smith, Jordan Hester, Justin Hester and Brian Penta.
The family will receive friends at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North-Cantonment on Thursday, June 24, 2010 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM.
Isabelle McGhee Thead
June 23, 2010
Mrs. Isabelle McGhee Thead, 90, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2010, in Century, FL.
Mrs. Thead was a native of Poarch, AL, and a lifelong resident of Atmore, AL. She was a loving Mother and church worker and attended the Friendly Holiness Church. Preceded in death by her Husband, Melvin R. Thead, a Son, Steve Adam Thead, 3 Brothers, Cassie McGhee, Sam McGhee, and Kinzie McGhee, and 3 Sisters, Inell McGhee, Evelene Manning, and Mary Flurnoy..
Survivors include: three Sons, Hubert and Lenna Rackard of Atmore, AL, Winston and Jean Thead of Bristol, TN, and Marlin and Jeannie Thead of Poarch, AL; 10 Grandchildren; 16 Great-Grandchildren; and two Sisters, Eva Ramer of Moundville, AL, and Willie Mae Bray of Pensacola, FL.
Funeral services will be held Friday, June 25, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home with the Rev. Ray Ward, the Rev. Raymond Wiggins and the Rev. William Rolin officiating.
Burial will follow at New Home Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Thursday, June 24, 2010 between 6:00 and 9:00 P.M .at the Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Michael Thead, Kevin Rackard, Rodney Rackard, Timmy Barber, Brandon Barber, and Joe McGhee..
L. J. Carnley
June 22, 2010
Mr. L. J. Carnley, 82, died Sunday, June 20, 2010, at a Pensacola medical facility. He was a native of Jay, Fla. and a longtime resident of Century. He was a salesman for the National American Corporation where he dealt with real estate and land sales. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and he was preceded in death by his parents, Pink Holly and Gladys Carnley; a son, Jackie F. Carnley; a daughter, Gloria J. Johnson and a grandson, Frankie G. Carnley.
He is survived by his wife, Helen Floyd Carnley of Century; two sons, Frankie (Kay) Carnley of Flomaton, and Ricky (Marie) Carnley of McDavid, Fla.; three daughters, Jo Ann Williamson, Joyce Carnley and Joan (Earl) Dewise, all of Flomaton; two brothers, Shorty Carnley of Davisville, Fla., and Dan Carnley of Flomaton; a sister, Mae Owen of Pensacola; nine grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren and a special friend, Miss Dolly.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 23, at 11 a.m. at Flomaton Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Paul Enfinger officiating. Burial will follow at Cora Cemetery in Jay, with Flomaton Funeral Home directing.
Pallbearers will be Kevin Carnley, Jackie W. Carnley, Heath Johnson, Cory Johnson, Jason Carnley, Shawn Emmons and Dusty Carnley. Honorary pallbearers will be Alton ‘Bubba’ Hammoc, Arnold Weaver, D.C. Diamond, Freddie W. Crow, Kenneth ‘Mickey’ Boutwell and Ronnie Johnson.
William Everett “Billy” Carlson
June 22, 2010
William H. “Billy” Carlson passed away Sunday, June 20, 2010.
Billy Carlson was born in Pensacola, Florida on January 29, 1980. He graduated from Tate High School in 1998 and attended Pensacola Junior College. Billy worked as a residential home designer at Today’s Homes, Billy was no ordinary employee. His wonderful artistic talent and dependability led his employer Jim Bozeman to remark that he felt like Billy was part of his family.
Billy’s ambitious pursuit of a career in acting and modeling led to a number of successes which included various photo shoots and spreads in local and regional publications, television commercials, runway modeling, and an appearance in the movie, “Final Destination”. His commitment to this career led to an unparalleled dedication to personal health and fitness. He could often be found in the gym three times a day, five to six days a week.
Billy’s love for refurbishing cars and trucks was first triggered by his father’s gift of a ’56 Ford pick-up. Subsequently, he built and renovated various show cars and hot rods. His two most favorite vehicles, a GMC truck and a Camaro convertible will be displayed at the viewing and funeral.
Along with his love for cars and automobiles, Billy loved to help others. There was no task too large or challenge too difficult for Billy. He was extremely creative, thoughtful, and resourceful. He loved his friends and family, and lit up a room whenever he entered. He would do anything for anyone. His self-sacrificial nature has resulted in a great multitude of friends and family that loved him so much.
Preceding him in death were his grandparents; Mr. Raymond William Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Melatt, Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Everett Carlson, and his best friend; Brian Carter.
Survivors include his parents; Dennis and Peggy Carlson, his brother; Scott Carlson, his sister; Shelly James (Michael), his grandmother; Mary Jones, his great aunt and uncle; Mr. and Mrs. Billy Sam Newton, his great aunts; Mrs. Gervis Jones and Mrs. Mona Pond, numerous aunts and uncles; Jerry Jones, Larry Jones, Mike Jones, Tommy Jones, Doug Jones, Susan Escobar, Kathy Adams, Nancy Frank and Steven Carlson, his special friend; Regina McKinley along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 24, 2010 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North-Cantonment with Rev. David Wiggins officiating.
Serving, as pallbearers will be; Jason Baltimore, Beezer Beczakowski, Daniel Carnley, Daniel Cook, Dale Nelson and Jeff Wiggins. Honorary pallbearers will be; Scott Carlson, Steven Carlson, Jerry R. Jones, Larry Jones, Tommy Jones, Mike Jones and Doug Jones.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, June 23, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Our son will be a source of pride forever and we will miss him deeply.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home, 1000 Highway 29 South Cantonment is in charge of arrangements.
Inge T. Bedard
June 22, 2010
Inge T. Bedard left this world after a long courageous battle with cancer on June 19, 2010. Born on January 4, 1933 in Koblenz, Germany to Karl and Martha Tillmann. Inge dedicated her life to being a supportive military wife, volunteer to the Red Cross and many military organizations. She loved cooking, traveling, and her greatest joy was her grandchildren. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Inge leaves behind her loving and adoring husband of 30 years; Robert, her son, Bernhard and wife Julie Becker of Palestine, Texas; daughter, Sylvia and husband Mark Dyke of Cantonment, Florida; stepdaughter, Susan and husband Robert Murphy of Los Angeles, California; stepdaughter, Patty and husband Richard Yates of Jacksonville, Florida; as well as her loving grandchildren; grandson, Christopher, wife Laura, and sons Andrew and Aidan Dyke of Ocean Springs, Mississippi; grandson, Sean Dyke of Lincoln, Nebraska; granddaughter, Ashley and husband Erik Myers of Gulf Breeze, Florida; brother, Rolf and wife Anelise Tillmann of Koblenz, Germany; sister-in-law, Rita Atwood and family of Lowell, Massachusetts. Inge was a truly genuine person and will be deeply missed.
The family wishes to express their appreciation and gratitude to Dr. Aaron Montgomery, Dr. James Smith and Dr. Thomas Tan for their caring and compassionate ways throughout the years. Words cannot express our indebtedness to all of you. To the wonderful people of Covenant Hospice, thank you for your kindhearted, tender and gentle care.
There will be a visitation Monday, June 28, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. with services to follow at 11:00 a.m. at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North-Cantonment. Burial will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 Highway 29 South Cantonment is in charge of arrangements.
Charles Andrew “Andy” Brantley
June 21, 2010
Charles Andrew “Andy” Brantley, 42, of Atmore died June 16, 2010.
His was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Betty Brantley and a brother, Nick Brantley. He was survived by his brother, Ray Brantley of Milton, Fla. and two sisters, Rhonda Godwin of Pensacola, Fla. and Jennifer Boyett of Montgomery.
A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 26, 2010 at Osaka FWB Church in Flomaton and visitation will be held at 5 p.m.
Rosa Lee Harris
June 20, 2010
Mrs. Rosa Lee Harris, age 82, of Cantonment, Florida passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2010.
Rosa Lee was born July 20, 1928, to the late Mr. Clarence Harris Sr., and Mrs. Jimmie Lou Harris in Cantonment, Florida.
She leaves to cherish her memories four brothers, , Houston (Mary) Harris, Clarence Harris Jr., of Pensacola, FL., Hubert Lee Harris, Johnnie (Kimberly) Pettaway of Cantonment, FL. one sisterin- law, Mrs. Barbara Harris, two sisters, Mattie Johnson, Bartow, Florida, Regina Bolerware, Cantonment, Florida, one aunt, Mrs. Jessie Lee Gable, Pensacola, Florida, a special friend, Mrs. Janie Godwin, Cantonment, Florida, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be at New Hope Primitive Baptist Church at 11 am Monday, June 21st with Pastor Robert Lovelace officiating. Benboe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
ROSA LEE HARRIS 1928 – 2010 Mrs. Rosa Lee Harris was born July 20, 1928 to the late Clarence Harris, Sr. and Jimmie Lou Harris of Cantonment, Florida. She departed this life June 15, 2010.
She leaves to cherish her memories, four brothers, Clarence, Jr., Houston (Mary) and Hubert Harris and Johnny (Kimberly) Pettaway; two sisters; one sister-in-law; one aunt, Jessie L. Gables; and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be Monday, June 21, 2010 at 11am at New Hope Primitive Baptist Church. Burial will be in New Hope Primitive Cemetery. Viewing will be held Sunday at Benboe Funeral Home.