NorthEscambia.com Obituaries:
Catherine Stewart Whitehead
Catherine Stewart Whitehead, 77, of Molino, went home to the Lord on August 28, 2026, surrounded by her children and her sister. Catherine was born and raised in Molino, and she spent her whole life taking care of people. She drove a school bus. She owned and ran a day care. She was a foster mother to at least fifty children, and she never stopped counting them as hers. The taking care started early. Her home was never quiet and never empty, and that was exactly how she wanted it. She was a generous person and she gave without...
Katherine Pritchett Buhl
Katherine Pritchett Buhl of Cantonment, FL passed away August 16, 2026 at the age of 63. Kathy was the baby girl of 6 children born to J.D. & Louise Pritchett on March 1, 1963. Kathy enjoyed flower gardening, yard sales, fishing and visiting Wind Creek Casino. Kathy was often called “Road Runner” by her sister. Preceding her in death is her husband Richard Vohn Buhl, her parents J.D. & Louise Pritchett. Brother Chester Pritchett, sister Sue Pritchett Lambeth, and nephew Dale Gill. She is survived by her daughter,...
Carolyn Dabbs
of Pensacola, FL, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 26, 2026, at the age of 89. She passed away peacefully following an extended period of illness and disability. She was surrounded by her family and her dear lifelong friend, Sheila Dunn. A dedicated homemaker, Carolyn’s life was defined by her devotion to her family and her faithful service to Hillcrest Church, where she had been a member since 1957. Over the years, she served her church community in numerous capacities, including the Women’s Missionary Union...
Aaron Tuttle
Aaron Tuttle, age 44, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026. Aaron’s greatest joy in life was his family. His wife, Danielle, and his children, Kimber, Kendal, Bailee, Braelyn, and Jaxon, were his whole world. He loved them deeply and was happiest when he was with them. His family was at the center of everything he did. Aaron also had a deep love for the outdoors. He loved to hunt and found peace and joy in those quiet moments in nature. He loved being on the water, where he could relax, enjoy the sunshine, and make memories...
James Ray Ramey
James Ray Ramey, 66, of Atmore, AL, passed away on August 25, 2026. He was born on May 18, 1960, in Albuquerque, NM, where he spent most of his working life. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Ray Ramey, whose death came far too soon. After a lifetime of working hard and caring for those he loved, he had only recently begun retirement and a new chapter of life in Atmore, Alabama. James was a true family man who showed his love through the things he did for others. He loved taking care of his family...
Carol Rene Taylor
Carol Rene Taylor, 65, of Canoe, AL, passed away on August 27, 2026. She was born on June 13, 1961, to James Earl and Caroline Elizabeth Pitts. Carol was a Manager at Subway, had worked at Canoe Service Station, and was an excellent homemaker. She enjoyed cooking, canning, fishing, and camping. She is preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Holly Rodriguez and Lisa Gray. Carol is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Richard Taylor; her son, Ricky (Brooke) Taylor of Excel, AL; a brother, George (Nancy) Pitts...
Wilma Walker Gibson
Wilma Walker Gibson was born September 4, 1933, and passed away on August 23, 2026. She was 92 years old. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Louise Walker; by her first husband, Edward Baker, who died tragically in a car accident; her second husband, Gladen Gibson; her brother, James (Sonny) Walker; and a grandson, Michael Baker. She is survived by one sister, Janis O’Farrell; five children and their spouses: Randy Baker (Judy), John Gibson (Janet), Bryan Gibson (Lynn); Laura Gibson, and Melanie Hinds (Marc). She...
Martha Lynn (Mimi) Davis
Martha Lynn (Mimi) Davis, 74, of Davisville, FL, passed away on August 24, 2026. She was born on October 12, 1951, to A.D. Beasley and Rosie Dortch in Atmore, AL. Lynn was employed in the nursing field and was of the Baptist faith. She is preceded in death by her parents. Mimi is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, John Calvin Davis Jr; and her son, John Calvin “Little John” (Sandy) Davis III of Davisville, FL. She is also survived by two brothers, Jerry (Ruth) Beasley of Middlebury, IN; Larry (Janet) Beasley...
Herman ‘Buck’ Lee Stewart
Herman, better known as “Buck” to all of his family and friends, was born to Augusta and Earnestine Stewart on March 13, 1945 in Molino, Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents, Augusta Stewart and Earnestine Stewart Dykes; paternal grandparents, Elvis and Eliza Stewart; maternal grandparents, Frank and Mary Ard; two sisters, Carol Stewart and Sandy Madden; three brothers, Carl Stewart, Tim Jordan (Donald Ray), Tom Bunn (Thomas Earl). He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Bessie Stewart; three sons, Charles Stewart,...
James ‘Jimmy’ Warren Weaver
James “Jimmy” Warren Weaver passed away on August 20, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a family who loved him dearly. Jimmy was born on July 7, 1940. He proudly served his country for four years in the United States Army, an experience that reflected the strength, dedication, and loyalty he carried with him throughout his life. He later worked for many years as a civil servant at NAS Pensacola. Anyone who knew Jimmy knew how much he enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He was a member of the...
Gerald Clark Boeckner
Gerald Clark Boeckner was born to Aaron and Gertrude (Holdeman) Boeckner on September 14, 1938 in Newton, Kansas. He peacefully passed away with his family surrounding him, due to complications of pulmonary fibrosis, on August 15, 2026, in his home at Oakwood, reaching the age of 87 years. His schooling was received at the French School in rural Moundridge, Kansas. He was baptized into the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite by Minister Frank Wenger on December 18, 1949, at Hesston, Kansas and stayed true to the faith. He had...
Shelley Ward Turner
Shelley Ward Turner, 54, of Atmore, AL. passed away on August 14, 2026. She was born on November 11, 1971 to Wayne Ward and Linda Blackburn. Shelley was a nurse for 33 years and an avid seamstress. She was a mother to three beautiful, intelligent women, and “Mia” to two gorgeous girls and two handsome boys. She is preceded in death by her mother, Linda Blackburn. Shelley is survived by her daughters, Dezerae Tharpe, Emily Turner, Chelsea Reaves; a sister, Stacey Guyton of Opelika, AL; and four grandchildren, Tate Bradford,...
Joseph Kelley Bellew
Joseph Kelley Bellew age 98 passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026, at his home in Walnut Hill, FL. He was surrounded by his beloved wife, Annette Bellew, and family. Joe was preceded in death by his first wife Patricia Ellen Bellew of 38 years; his parents John Tyrie Bellew and Allie Bertie Bellew; his brothers Max Tyrie Bellew and “Pat” Fayette Edward Bellew. Joe is survived by his wife Annette Bellew; his sister Mary Henslee; brothers-in-law BC Hall (Mary), and Robert Hall (Mary); his sons “Ted” Theodore Toop and...
Earl Howard Halfacre Jr
Earl Howard Halfacre Jr. met our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, face to face and entered the gates of Heaven on August 13, 2026, surrounded by love and leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories. Earl Howard was a man of deep and unwavering faith. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior at a young age, and throughout his life, the fruits of the Spirit could be seen in the way he loved, served, encouraged, and cared for those God placed in his path. Born and raised in Cantonment, Florida, Earl Howard spent his childhood running...
Mary Dean Stokes
Mary Dean Stokes, 96, of Cantonment, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on August 11, 2026. She was born in Sterrett, Alabama, on May 12, 1930 to Gordie and Pearl Hartsfield. She married James Melvin Stokes, Jr., and their love story lasted 48 years until his passing. Mary had a 30-year career with Chemstrand-Monsanto as a draw twist operator. She was a faithful member of Smyrna Baptist Church, growing in grace with her church community. Her hobbies were cooking and gardening, growing a beautiful array of both flowers and...
Carrie Miller
Carrie Miller, age 79, passed away on August 8, 2026, in Pensacola, FL. She was born on February 16, 1947, in Pensacola, FL, as the fourth child of Russell and Melba Tharp. Carrie grew up in the Warrington area of Pensacola, FL. She was the daughter of Naval Master Chief Russell Tharp. She obtained her LPN medical license in 1965 and continued nursing for 37 years. She worked at Baptist and West Florida Hospitals and several nursing homes across the Gulf Coast area. She loved her family dearly and witnessed to others about her...
Tina Marie (Garrett) Jones
Tina Marie (Garrett) Jones, 64, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away on August 8, 2026, after a long illness. A Pensacola native, Tina was born on November 6, 1961, to Edgar Ray Garrett and Patricia (Lodge) Garrett. After graduating from Tate High School in 1979, Tina built a career as a medical transcriptionist. She also devoted herself to raising her two children and pursuing her arts and crafts, especially her gallery glass window designs. A fun-loving and sweet spirit, Tina was preceded in death by her beloved father, Edgar...
Nancy ‘Dixie’ Thomley Hall
Nancy “Dixie” Thomley Hall, of Bay Springs, FL., passed away on August 9, 2026. She was born on July 30, 1951, to Ernest Thomley and Flora Jean Brown Thomley. She was a homemaker, was of the Baptist faith, and enjoyed spending time with her husband, sister, and especially her grandchildren. Dixie never met a stranger, loved laughing and joking around. She had a pleasant demeanor and sunny disposition. She is preceded in death by her parents. Dixie is survived by her husband, John E. Hall; two sons, Kelvin Hall of...
JoAnn Nicholson Skipper
JoAnn Nicholson Skipper, 86, of Atmore, AL, passed away on August 5, 2026. She was born in Enterprise, AL, on September 17, 1939, to Mansol E. Stanford and Pauline Stuckey Stanford. She was a retired Classification Supervisor at Fountain Prison. JoAnn is preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Robert I. Skipper; her brother, Leo Stanford; a grandchild, Kristin Robinson and a great-grandchild, Tatum McGhee. She is survived by her children, Kimberly Davis of Montgomery, AL., John (Stephanie) Skipper of Atmore, AL.,...
Michael Jon Colucci
Michael Jon Colucci, 88, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away August 3, 2026. He was born in Fall River, Massachusetts on July 3, 1938 to Michael and Juliette Colucci. He was married to Adria M. Colucci for nearly 54 years. Michael served his nation in the Korean War, had a varied professional life before retiring, and having surrendered his life to His Lord Jesus Christ in 1986, he wrote the closing chapter of his life in layman’s ministry. He served in the U. S. Army, the CIA, and retired from IBM. His service and work were...
Susan Elizabeth Wiscombe
Susan Elizabeth Wiscombe, 67, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away on August 5, 2026. She was born on September 17, 1958, in Pensacola, where she lived her entire life. She attended Little Flower Catholic School and graduated from Pensacola Catholic High School in 1976. Susan was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lyle Wiscombe; her parents, Bruce Merritt, Sr. and Marjorie Bledsoe Merritt; and her brother, Bryan Eric Merritt. She is survived by her daughters, Amanda (Matthew) Waite and Heather (Christopher) Schultz; her beloved...
Robert ‘Bobby’ Alton Cawthon, Jr.
Robert “Bobby” Alton Cawthon, Jr., 68, passed away on August 2, 2026. He was born on February 8, 1958 to Robert Alton Cawthon Sr. and Cecilia Martin Morris. Bobby worked in the oil industry as an Instrumental & Electrical Technician. He enjoyed fishing, camping and his work at Black Jack Creek Company in Jay, FL. He is survived by a daughter, Miranda Cawthon (James Malicoat) of Milton, FL; a sister, Marie (Dale) Levins of Byrneville, FL; and two grandchildren, Valerie and Gabriel. Bobby is also survived by friends,...
Ercell Womack
In Loving Memory of Ercell Womack December 8, 1935 – August 2, 2026 Ercell Womack, age 90, of Huxford, Alabama, peacefully entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at her home surrounded by the place she loved. Ercell was born on December 8, 1935. She was a faithful Christian whose life reflected unwavering trust in God. A devoted member of Huxford Baptist Church for many years, she was known as a woman of steadfast faith and a true prayer warrior. Her faith, strength, and faithful prayers blessed...
Lorraine Thomas Stuckey
Mrs. Lorraine Thomas Stuckey, age 75, of Atmore, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 2, 2026, in Pensacola, Florida surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 22, 1951, in Century, Florida, Lorraine was the daughter of the late Verbe Travis Thomas and Letha Irene Frazier Thomas. She spent more than 54 years making Atmore her home, where she built a life centered on faith, family, and caring for others. She worked in child care, a profession that reflected her kind and nurturing spirit. A faithful member of...
Linda Rae Radford
Linda Rae Radford, age 78, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away on August 3, 2026, in the city where she was born and where she spent her life surrounded by the people and places she loved most. She was born on October 11, 1947, in Pensacola, Florida, to the late Van Lockwood and the late Wanda Lovelass Lockwood. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ray Radford, whose memory remained close to her heart. She is survived by her daughters, Wanda Lynn Radford, Kathy Jo (Jeff) Martin, and Karen Renee Radford; her son, Daniel...