Lettie Caraway Hanks
March 18, 2023
Mrs. Lettie Caraway Hanks, age 87, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, March 15, 2023, in Century, FL. She resided most of her life in Molino, FL. until moving to Atmore, AL; for the past 20 plus years. She was a member of Hall’s Fork Assembly of God Church. She was retired from Monsanto with 35 years of service.
Mrs. Hanks enjoyed spending time with her family and going to family reunions. She loved visiting friends, going to different places to singings, and singing at church. She enjoyed spending time crocheting and quilting.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, J.D. Hanks, her parents, James Oscar (Clinie Lewis) Caraway.
She is survived by her one daughter, Donna Hall, of Atmore, AL; two sisters, Juanita O’Conner, of Barrineau Park, FL; Bonnie Ruth Bell, of Hattiesburg, MS; two grandchildren, Donna “Beth” Holloway (Joe) of Daphne, AL; J.R. (Virginia) Hall, of Gordo, AL; eight great-grandchildren, Alexis, Jaxon, Lillie, Ally, Landon, Jayson, Aiden, Emma, and other relatives.
Funeral service will be Sunday, March 19, 2023 at 3:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC with Rev. Windell Hadley officiating.
Burial will follow at Bay Springs Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Sunday, March 19, 2023 from 1:00 PM until service time at 3:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC.
Pallbearers will be Jaxon King, Joe Holloway, Luman Wilson, Tim Wilson, Buddy Bethea, and Ricky Beasley.
Honorary pallbearers will be her nieces, Lisa Newton, Paula Thomley, Evelyn Bethea, and Marilyn Stone.
Mary Elizabeth ‘Beth’ Harris
March 16, 2023
On March 13, 2023, Mary Elizabeth “Beth” Harris closed her eyes on this earth and opened them in the glorious presence of her Heavenly Father. She can now attest with assurance that “my ears had heard of You, but now my eyes have seen You” (Job 42:5).
Beth was born to Bob and Patty Tabor on December 30, 1961, in Logan, WV. She was the older sister to Rob, a brother she cherished for a lifetime. At the age of fifteen, Beth committed her life to Jesus and never looked back. In 1990, she married Jim, the love of her life, and spent the early years of marriage teaching third grade at Grace Christian School while serving at Grace Gospel Church and First Baptist Church South Point, Ohio.
In 1997, Jim and Beth relocated to Pensacola, Florida, where Beth began a twenty-three-year career at Olive Baptist Church as Pastor Ted Traylor’s Executive Assistant. Her responsibilities included efficiency and professionalism, of course, but she brought so much more to the position: warmth, energy, and authenticity. While she filled this role fulltime, other opportunities within the church showcased a host of other gifts. For example, Beth was a seasoned Bible teacher; attentive mentor to young women; and innovative Director of Women’s Ministry.
When family and friends think of Beth, they think of so much more than a faithful servant at Olive Baptist. She loved a good joke, a Starbuck’s coffee, and a beautiful beach sunset. Her penmanship was as impeccable as the words she crafted, and there was nothing brighter than that million-dollar smile. For those who knew her even briefly, Beth was a connector of people. One of her greatest joys was in introducing two strangers who were “meant to be friends.” In short, she recognized potential and then helped every walk of life reach it.
Beth loved Jesus. She walked with Him, talked about Him, and exuded His love wherever she went. Memorizing large chunks of scripture was more than a spiritual discipline; it was a balm for difficult moments that needed perspective. Her favorite books of the Bible happened to be the ones she was presently studying—Joshua, Isaiah, and 1 John were recent preferences—and she often quoted them on walks with friends, in social media posts, and in her prayers.
Beth is survived by her husband James P. “Jim” Harris; her brother Robert W. Tabor (Camissa); mother-in-law Athalene H. Harris; sister-in-law Josette H. Hatley (Robert); three nieces Alayna Tabor, Emma Hatley, and Frances Hatley; and two nephews Matthew Tabor and Samuel Hatley. She is preceded in death by her parents Robert E. and Patty J. Tabor and her father-in-law Hargis V. Harris.
An often-quoted passage that Beth shared with friends feels even more significant since her homegoing. It is in these truths that she took great comfort, and so do we: “For our momentary, light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison, while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen; for the things which are seen are temporal, but the things which are not seen are eternal” (II Corinthians 4:17-18).
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to The Ministry Village at Olive, Inc. https://ministryvillage.org, 1716 E. Olive Road, Pensacola, FL 32514.
Live stream of funeral service will be available Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Central Time, at http://www.olivebaptist.org/funeral
Patricia Anne McIlwain
March 15, 2023
Mrs. , age 85 of Century, Florida, passed away Saturday, March 11, 2023, at a Milton Florida health care facility.
Mrs. McIlwain was born in Adams, Minnesota and moved to Century twenty-five years ago. During her working years she worked as a secretary in the Guidance Office of Bemidji High School in Bemidji, Minnesota and had also worked as an accounting clerk for a drug store. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and friends. She enjoyed golf and doing crafts, including puzzles and coloring. She was an active attender of Century United Methodist Church.
She is survived by her husband, Dave McIlwain of Century, FL; son, David (Shannon) Lawrence of Moorehead, MN; two daughters, Michelle (Todd) Waletzki of Plano, TX and Carolyn “Kiki” Carlson of Frisco, TX; two sisters, Margaret (Stanley) Liesnewski of Miami, Manitoba, Canada and Helen McGrath of St. Paul, MN; and seven grandchildren, Alex Carlson, Christopher Carlson, Garrett Waletzki, Nicole Waletzki, Brett Lawrence, Jade Lawrence, and Seth Lawrence; five great-grandchildren, and a large extended McIlwain family.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 17, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. at Century United Methodist Church with Rev. Janet Lee officiating.
Ruby Jane White
March 14, 2023
Mrs. Ruby Jane White, age 70, passed away, Saturday, March 11, 2023, in Century, FL; with her family at her bedside. She was a lifelong resident of Century, FL; and a member of Bethel Methodist Church.
Mrs. White loved spending time with her family, and attending church. She was an avid Auburn Football Fan. She enjoyed going to the beach, Disney World, and going fishing. She liked getting out and feeding the squirrels, playing with her dog, Bosco, and her cat Garfield. She loved her family dearly.
She is preceded in death by her father, Clyde Johnson, mother, Dorothy Jean Cofield Johnson, three brothers, Ricky Hendrix, Terry “ToTo” Hendrix, Lavon Wayne Hendrix.
She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Kenneth White, of Flomaton, AL; one son, Jason (Tiffany) White, of Flomaton, AL; one step-son, Wade White, of Uriah, AL; three brothers, Lamar “Marcy” (Dee) Hendrix, of Byrneville, FL; Tim (Melody) Johnson, of Cantonment, FL; Jim (Melissa) Johnson, of Flomaton, AL; two sisters, Jeannine Moye, of Century, FL; Linda Kay Zimlich, of Bay Monette, AL; four grandchildren, Alicyn White, Elizabeth White, Landon White, Caleb White, two special cousins, Carolyn Harris, of Flomaton, AL; Mary Sue Dueitt, of Leaksville, MS; other relatives and friends.
Memorial service will be held Saturday, March 18, 2023, at 2:00 PM at Petty-Eastside Chapel Funeral Home, LLC. with Rev. Fred Stalworth officiating.
Hose M. Creamer
March 14, 2023
Hose M. Creamer, age 95, of Century, FL passed away on March 5, 2023 in Jay, FL. He was born on March 5, 1928 to Thomas and Lena Godwin Creamer. He lived his life being a farmer. He is preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Georgia Ann Walker and his nephew, Earnest Earl Creamer, Sr.
His is survived by his brother, Marvin Marshell “Doodle” Creamer; his great niece, Jennifer Wilson and his nephews: Junior Creamer, Jeffery Creamer and Joseph Creamer.
Graveside services will be held Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Bowman Cemetery with Bro. Tim Floyd officiating. Interment will follow in Bowman Cemetery in Wawbeek, AL.
Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Michael (Squirrel) Holland
March 13, 2023
Michael (Squirrel) Holland, 78, of Molino, FL, passed away Saturday, March 11, 2023. He was born in Pensacola, FL, on December 8, 1945, to David and Definel Holland. He was married to Sherry for 34 years. Mike was in Corrections for Escambia County Road Prison for 33 years. He was a member of Highland Church. Mike had a passion for hunting and fishing.
Mike is preceded in death by his father, David Holland and his mother, Definel Holland.
Mike is survived by his wife, Sherry Holland; daughter, Irish Houlihan; grandson, Zachary Rink; grandson, Noah Rink; granddaughter, Marissa Rink; brother Edward (Maude) Holland; sister, Edna Jean (Lee) Pollitt, and a host of nieces and nephews, and many lifelong friends.
Visitation will be Wednesday, March 15, 2023, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A Celebration of Life will follow at 3:00 PM. Ron Gilley will be officiating.
Amanda Perry Jay
March 12, 2023
Amanda Perry Jay, age 36, of Atmore, AL passed away on March 7, 2023. She was born on October 9, 1986 in Atmore, AL to
David and Lechia Boatwright Perry. She is preceded in death by her son, Patrick Jay.
She is survived by her husband, James Roger Jay of Atmore, AL; her parents, David Perry of Atmore, AL and Lechia Boatwright Perry of Bay Minette, AL; her children: Shawn Salter of Atmore, AL, Chris (Kristen) Jay of Atmore, AL, Timothy Jay of Atmore, AL,
Alayana Salter of Atmore, AL, Brylee Salter of Atmore, AL and Alexis McClain of Atmore, AL; her brother, Blake Perry of Atmore, AL; her sister, Tierani Donaldson of Bay Minette, AL; her uncle, Greg Boatwright of Canoe, AL; her aunt, Cindy Boatwright of Bay Minette, AL and her grandson, Joe Jay.
Funeral services will be held Monday, March 13, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Thurl Pearson officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore, AL.
Active pallbearers will be Blake Perry, Hunter Clark, Shawn Salter, Jake Donaldson, Dudley Flowers, Chris Jay and Jimmy Boyington.
Visitation will be held Monday, March 13, 2023 from 10:30 a.m. until service time at 11:30 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home.
Patty Buterbaugh
March 12, 2023
Patty Buterbaugh, 79, of Cantonment, passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2023. She was born April 29, 1944, in New Orleans, LA. Patty was married to Dave Buterbaugh. She was a LPN Cardiac Nurse at West Florida Hospital. Patty was a Champion Barrell Racer in her early adulthood years. Patty’s pet rabbits and pet cats have been one of her passions in life; especially her cat “Bob”. Patty was passionate about Day Lilies and Caladiums and looked forward to every spring to watch them bloom and grow.
Patty is preceded in death by her mother, Marie Bliss McConnell, and father, Beret A. McConnell.
Patty is survived by her husband, Dave Buterbaugh; daughter, Susan P. White; daughter, Jamie D. White; son, James “Jimmy” H. White, Jr. (Whitney); grandsons, Greg White, Jake Middleton (Mary) and Jared Clarke; great grandsons, Easton, Cruz, Decker, Jaden and Drake White, Dalton and Stone Middleton; Patty’s sister Mickey Moore; The Nowlin Family and many other close friends that dearly loved her.
Visitation will be Monday, March 13, 2023, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North. A Memorial Service will follow at 3:00 PM.
Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29, Cantonment, is entrusted with arrangements
Joyce Phillips Sellers
March 10, 2023
Joyce Phillips Sellers, age 76, of Atmore, AL passed away on March 7, 2023. She was born on March 25, 1946 in Atmore, AL to Harvey Lester and Glenda Mildred Ellison Phillips. Joyce was a member of the First Baptist Church of Atmore and worked with United Bank for 47 years. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Harry Burton “Buck” Sellers and her brother, William Harvey “Bill” Phillips.
She is survived by her son, Leonard Ray (Leslie) Sellers of Atmore, AL; her daughter, Vicki S. (J.B.) Gulsby of Uriah, AL; her brother, Joseph A. (Becky) Phillips of Atmore, AL; her sister, Barbara (Wayne) Harrison of Atmore, AL and her grandchildren: Noel, Haley, Heather, Jackson and Myles.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 11, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Kevin Garrett officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Active pallbearers will be Rodney Helton, Travis Harrison, Jarard Phillips, Chris Harrison, Jonathan Phillips, Mike Helton and Michael Harrison. Honorary pallbearers will be the ladies Sunday school class of First Baptist Church of
Atmore.
Visitation will be held Saturday, March 11, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m. at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home in Atmore, AL.
Margaret Louise Cruthirds Voorhees
March 9, 2023
Margaret Louise Cruthirds Voorhees 90, of Cantonment, FL passed away peacefully March 3, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born March 22, 1932 in Latimer, MS to Claude and Betty Coleman Cruthirds.
Louise came to Pensacola in 1951 where she met Glenn Martin Voorhees Jr. at the Sundries Shop in Ensley. They were married on Dec. 7, 1952. She retired from Chemstrand/Monsanto Corp., after 28 years of service, in 1985. Louise was an active member of Ensley United Methodist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her friends at Bible Study or playing Uno, going to water aerobics, working crosswords and word jumbles. She also enjoyed reading and keeping up with family and friends on Facebook. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great great grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 51 years Glenn Voorhees, her son Gerald Voorhees, 5 brothers and 1 sister.
She is survived by her sons Terrell (Cindy) Voorhees, Kenneth (Regina) Voorhees, sister Mrs. Lawles Cauthen, grandsons Christopher (Lindsey) Voorhees, Corey(Sarah) Voorhees, Brian (Brooke) Voorhees, and Michele Voorhees, 8 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandson, a special niece Renee (Cliff) Wignall, along with many other beloved nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at Faith Chapel North Funeral Home, Cantonment on Friday March 10th with visitation beginning at 11:00 am until services begin at 12:00 with the Reverend Jimmy Cook and Rick Voorhees officiating. Interment will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery at 2:00.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Florence Caron for the loving care she provided for the past 20 months.
Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made in her memory to Ensley United Methodist Church or Covenant Care at West Florida Hospital.