Marcia Lynn Oden
December 19, 2023
Marcia Lynn Oden, age 59, of Flomaton, AL, passed away on December 16th, 2023. Born on September 14th, 1964, in Raceland, LA, Marcia’s life was a beacon of warmth and love. Her home was a sanctuary, her arms a refuge, and her heart embodied the verse she lived by: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13).
Predeceased by her beloved husband, Lewis Perry Oden, and parents, James Preston Tipton and Frances Geraldine Walston, Marcia’s nurturing spirit lives on through her siblings: Carrie & E.J. Lefort, David & Christina Tanner, James & Dorthy Tipton, Joey & Rani Norman, Kevin Combs, Lonnie Tanner, Patricia Coker, and Sherrie & Chris Pitre.
A devoted mother to Jolene & Mo Sayed, Robert & Lindsey Oden, Jerod & Tabitha Oden, and Justin Oden, and a grandmother to ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild, Marcia’s joyous influence and wisdom will forever resonate in their lives.
Despite facing over six battles with cancer and the loss of the love of her life, Marcia’s faith never wavered. Her life was a testament to the strength and peace found in her steadfast belief, as captured in the photograph accompanying this obituary. Here, she is seen as we will always remember her: joyful, radiant, and truly blessed.
Marcia’s wake will be held at Petty’s Funeral Home in Atmore, AL, on December 22nd, from 6-8 PM CST. Her funeral service will commence at 11 AM CST on December 23rd at the same location, followed by interment at Flomaton Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Jerod Oden, Robert Oden, Justin Oden, Ayden Bell, Moe Sayed, and james Tipton.
We mourn the loss of Marcia but take heart in the knowledge that her legacy is not in tangible achievements, but in the indelible mark of love, she left on every life she touched. We will carry her memory with us, finding strength and solace in the values she imparted.
Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home is in charge of all arrangements.
Farida Reyes Udasco
December 19, 2023
In Loving Memory of Farida Reyes Udasco, age 84 of Cantonment, Florida.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a beloved wife, a loving mother, and a cherished grandmother, sister, and friend, Farida Reyes Udasco. She departed this world on Saturday, December 16th, 2023. Farida leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and enduring grace. Born to Conrado and Loretta Reyes on December 7, 1939 in Cagayan, Phillippines, Farida lived a life marked by compassion, kindness, and devotion to her family. Her demure spirit touched the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know her, and her memory will forever be etched in our hearts.
Farida’s journey on this earth was beautifully intertwined with a remarkable 59-year marriage to her devoted husband, Hetty Navarro Udasco. Their union was a testament to enduring love, unwavering commitment, and shared joys. They loved traveling, cruising, and gardening together over the years.
Farida graduated from Baguio General Hospital Nursing School in 1964. Her career was committed to caring for others. She was a registered nurse in New York, Charleston, Norfolk, and Pensacola. She retired from Sacred Heart Hospital in 2001. May her memory continue to inspire a legacy of kindness and selfless service.
Farida enjoyed simple pleasures like gardening, sewing, and baking. She loved tending to her garden, creating thoughtful gifts through sewing, and baking delicious treats for her grandkids. These hobbies were expressions of her caring and creative spirit, leaving a lasting legacy of warmth and love.
As we mourn the loss of Farida, let us also celebrate the beautiful life she led and the impact she had on all who were fortunate to know and love her. May her spirit of love, kindness, and resilience be a source of inspiration for us all. Rest in peace, your love will live on in our hearts and your memory will forever be a blessing to us.
She is survived by her husband, Hetty, and her daughters Catherine, JoAnn, and Yvonne. She is also survived by seven grandchildren that she loved so much: Crystal, Ashley, Morgan, Kiana, Macy, Rocco, and Maddox. Farida also leaves behind four siblings and their families in the Philippines: Henriquetta, Gregorio, Norberto, and Independencia.
Pallbearers will be Peter Kelly, Kiana Kohut, Macy Kelly, Rocco Kelly, Maddox Kohut, and Jimmy Serrano.
Memorial services to honor Farida: Faith Chapel South, 100 Beverly Pkwy, Pensacola, FL 32505. Visitation & Rosary: Wednesday, December 20, 2023 from 5pm-7pm. Funeral Service will be Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 9:30am with Burial at Barrancas National Cemetery to follow at 11:00am Reception to follow.
Kameron Allen Smith
December 19, 2023
Kameron Allen Smith, “Kam”, was born on January 10, 2003 at Baptist Hospital in Pensacola, Florida. He left this world on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at the young age of 20.
If you knew Kam, you loved him. He always kept everyone laughing and his beautiful smile would light up any room. He had just recently received a job promotion at work and was working on his truck. Everything he worked hard for was paying off and he was excited about life, and his plans and goals.
He had gone through and overcome so much. Kam enjoyed the simple things in life. He liked antique trucks, drawing, spending time with his friends, his girlfriend, Rose, and his brothers, Tristan and Sawyer. He and his brothers had a special bond. He loved all of his fur babies, and held a special place in his heart for his rescue dog, Scout. Kam loved life and lived it to the fullest. A country dirt road and beautiful sunsets is where he always found peace. We hope he is enjoying sunsets more beautiful than we can imagine.
Kam was preceded in death by his great-grandfathers, Alton Horne, Eugene Smith, and Robert Lee McDonald; and his great-grandmother, May Eulla McDonald.
He is survived by his parents; Kimberly Jean Smith, step-father, Timothy Maier, and his father, Clint Allen Smith; brothers, Tristan Allen Smith and Sawyer Isaac Maier; his girlfriend of two years, Rose Hutchinson; grandparents, Debbie and Mark Trotter; Lee McDonald, Arlene Joyner, Rick Smith; great-grandmothers, Carol Horne and Gladys Hobbs; and great aunts, Karen Rose and Charlotte Skipper.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 14, 2023 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. The family will receive friends for visitation at 11:00 a.m. Services will begin at 12:00 noon with Pastor Mike Pickett officiating. .
Pallbearers include Clint Smith, Tristan Smith, Kaden McDonald, Harley Sechrist, Gaven Goneke, and Jayden Hall. Honorary pallbearers include Kristopher McDonald, Lee McDonald, and Rick Smith.
Kam,my beautiful baby boy. You will forever be a part of me. I will love you till time ceases to exist. Baby, I will anxiously await my time to be with you again. -Mom
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements.
William E “Billy” Johnson
December 18, 2023
was a native Pensacola resident who gracefully passed away Sunday, December 17, 2023, due to an acute illness.
After serving his country in the Air Force, he returned to Pensacola where he and Wonda Johnson married and established Johnson’s Septic Tank. Together they provided more than 50 years of service to Pensacola, FL and surrounding areas. He quickly became a pillar in his community through his passion of providing to others; whether it was a professional service, coaching tee ball, or introducing new youth to the great outdoors. His charismatic personality led him to spread his everlasting imprint outside the community of Pensacola where he and his three sons together found his momentous passion, Kansas whitetail hunting. This discovery, fueled by his passion for the outdoors, led to more than just hunting. It evolved into a lifetime of memories created year after year, creating a family foundation that would soon become the pinnacle of Billy’s life. This passion will not only survive, but will continue to flourish for years to come commemorating Billy…always.
Billy is preceded in death by his parents William “Rat” and Sadie Johnson, as well as his brother David Johnson and sister, Pam Holland. He is survived by his sons, William Ernie Johnson, wife Heather, Walter Erin Johnson, and Wesley Evan Johnson, companion Ellen Penton; sister, Tina Johnson; grandchildren, Landon Johnson, Braelynn Johnson, Allie Penton, and Evan Penton. Billy’s last two years were graced by the unwavering companionship of Cindy Summers. Her selfless devotion and sacrifice enabled Billy to live his last years completely fulfilled with love, compassion, grace, and overflowing joy. Her love and dedication will survive alongside his memory as we celebrate his eternal life.
A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at 2:00 PM at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North.
Sherry Lorelle Milstid
December 17, 2023
Sherry Lorelle Milstid, 67, of Pensacola, Florida, went Home to the Lord on December 11, 2023 following a long battle with an illness. She was born on April 17, 1956 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late D.L. and Lorelle Roland.
Sherry moved to Pensacola with her family when she was young and graduated from J.M. Tate High School. She married Donald Milstid and went on to have a son, David Milstid.
Sherry loved God and was a selfless and loving mother. She enjoyed her precious dogs and riding horses.
Sherry is predeceased by her parents, D.L. and Lorelle Roland. She is survived by her former spouse, Donald Milstid, her son, David Milstid, and her grandson, Brendan Milstid; her sisters, Tina Covan and Rita Heist; and her friend, John Wilson.
A Burial Ceremony will be held at Noon on Tuesday, December 19, at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
Kameron Allen Smith
December 17, 2023
Kameron Allen Smith, “Kam”, was born on January 10, 2003 at Baptist Hospital in Pensacola, Florida. He left this world on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at the young age of 20.
If you knew Kam, you loved him. He always kept everyone laughing and his beautiful smile would light up any room. He had just recently received a job promotion at work and was working on his truck. Everything he worked hard for was paying off and he was excited about life, and his plans and goals.
He had gone through and overcome so much. Kam enjoyed the simple things in life. He liked antique trucks, drawing, spending time with his friends, his girlfriend, Rose, and his brothers, Tristan and Sawyer. He and his brothers had a special bond. He loved all of his fur babies, and held a special place in his heart for his rescue dog, Scout. Kam loved life and lived it to the fullest. A country dirt road and beautiful sunsets is where he always found peace. We hope he is enjoying sunsets more beautiful than we can imagine.
Kam was preceded in death by his great-grandfathers, Alton Horne, Eugene Smith, and Robert Lee McDonald; and his great-grandmother, May Eulla McDonald.
He is survived by his parents; Kimberly Jean Smith, step-father, Timothy Maier, and his father, Clint Allen Smith; brothers, Tristan Allen Smith and Sawyer Isaac Maier; his girlfriend of two years, Rose Hutchinson; grandparents, Debbie and Mark Trotter; Lee McDonald, Arlene Joyner, Rick Smith; great-grandmothers, Carol Horne and Gladys Hobbs; and great aunts, Karen Rose and Charlotte Skipper.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 14, 2023 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. The family will receive friends for visitation at 11:00 a.m. Services will begin at 12:00 noon with Pastor Mike Pickett officiating. Kam will be laid to rest at Little Flock Cemetery in Molino, Florida.
Pallbearers include Clint Smith, Tristan Smith, Kaden McDonald, Harley Sechrist, Gaven Goneke, and Jayden Hall.
Honorary pallbearers include Kristopher McDonald, Lee McDonald, and Rick Smith.
Kam,
my beautiful baby boy. You will forever be a part of me. I will love you till time ceases to exist.
Baby, I will anxiously await my time to be with you again.
-Mom
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements. Y
Rosa King Mobley
December 17, 2023
Rosa King Mobley, 101, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away on December 15, 2023. She was born in Molino, Florida on August 24, 1922 to Joseph (Jim) and Carrie King. She lived in Escambia County her entire life and married Berlie M. Mobley. She worked at K-Mart for 22 years and was a long term member of Pine Forest Pentecostal Church. She was mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother to many.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Berlie Marvin Mobley; sons, Jerry Nall and Richard (Dickie) Mobley; daughter, Hazel Mobley; parents, Jim and Carrie King; many brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her son, Marvin Claude Mobley; daughters, Deborah Mobley and Linda (Martin) Posey.
Pallbearers will be Jason Mobley, Richard Mobley Jr., D.J. Brewton, Ryan Cope, Ricky Mobley, Robert Schneider and Bruce Godwin. Honorary pallbearer will be Martin Posey.
Visitation services will be Thursday, December 21, 2023 at 11:00am at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. Burial and eulogy will follow at Plainview Baptist Church Cemetery at 12:30pm.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, Florida, is entrusted with arrangements.
John Douglas McMurphy
December 15, 2023
“Just a closer walk with Thee, Grant it, Jesus, is my plea…” This was the heart cry of John Douglas McMurphy. He was called to his Heavenly Home on December 13, 2023 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. To walk with Jesus leads to a
lifestyle of service. John was born December 11, 1944, in Atmore, Alabama where he resided his entire life.
John served his country in the Army National Guard, he served as a deacon, and he served his family by providing for them and leading them. He served his friends by offering them time. Whether they were sitting around talking
about classic cars, farming, enjoying good food and Alabama Football, or just taking an afternoon drive, John excelled in relationships. He invested in his family starting with his siblings and his children to his grandchildren. He
loved well and was very well-loved.
John was preceded in death by his parents, William Joseph McMurphy, Jr., and Annie Lois Glass McMurphy and his brother, William Joseph “Bill” McMurphy, IV.
He is survived by his daughters, Heather (Brian) Deason of Tuscaloosa, AL and Holly (Steven) Brewer of Tuscaloosa, AL; his brother, William Joseph “Joe” (Toni) McMurphy, III of Atmore, AL; his grandchildren, Hannah
McMurphy, McKenzie Brewer and Anna Lois McMurphy, nephews and nieces.
The family will receive visitors at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., with a graveside service following at 3:00 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, Alabama. Pastor Randy Beard will
preside over the service.
Active pallbearers will be Steven Brewer, Brian Deason, Chad McMurphy, Justin McMurphy, Turner McMurphy and Paul Thomas.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Marvin M. “Doodle” Creamer
December 14, 2023
Marvin M. “Doodle” Creamer, age 94, of Century, FL passed away on December 9, 2023. He was born on August 27, 1929 in Wawbeek, FL to Thomas and Lena Godwin Creamer. He worked in construction most of his life. He is preceded in death by his parents; his son, Ernest Earl Creamer, Sr.; his sister, Georgia Ann Walker and his brother, Hose M. Creamer.
He is survived by his grandchildren: Jennifer Wilson, Junior Creamer, Jeffery Creamer and Joseph Creamer and six great grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at Bowman Cemetery in Wawbeek, AL with Bro. Faron Wilson officiating. Interment will follow in Bowman Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations are being accepted for funeral expenses.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Thomas Clayton Ward Jr.
December 14, 2023
Mr. Thomas Clayton Ward Jr. age 80 passed away at his residence in Century FL. Wednesday December 13, 2023.
Mr. Ward was a life-long resident of Century FL. and was of the Baptist faith. He was a retired owner/operator of Thomas Ward Trucking, and retired Veteran of The United States Army where he served during the Vietnam era, serving alongside his late brother James L. “Booter” Ward.
In his spare time, Mr. Ward enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren which his love was unsurpassed.
He is survived by his wife of 15 years Kathy Ward of Century FL; stepson Scotty Hagan of Pensacola FL; daughters Debbie (Dennis) Finegan of Green Cove Springs, FL. Karen (Andy) Layton of Milton FL; brother Bennie (Jenny) Ward of Cantonment FL; Sisters Delois Brown of Bratt FL. Joyce Burkett of Byrneville FL. Barbara (Dennis) Kilcrease of Byrneville FL; grandchildren that were the light of his life Andrew (Taylor Hendrieth) Howell, Christina Finegan, Wesley (Brooke) Layton, Ashley Finegan, Delaney Hagan, Ian Hagan; several nieces and nephews, and a friend like family Jeff (Junia) Fisher of Flomaton, AL.
Mr. Ward is preceded in death by his father and mother Thomas Clayton Ward Sr. and Ruby Flowers Muse; first wife Margeret Ann Ward: brothers Byron “Bit” Martin, James L. “Booter” Ward.
Visitation will be held Sunday December 17, 2023, from 1P.M. until 2 P.M. service time at Flomaton Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral services for Mr. Thomas Clayton Ward Jr. will be held Sunday afternoon December 17, 2023, at 2 P.M. from the chapel of Flomaton Funeral Home with Brother Tim Floyd officiating