NorthEscambia.com Obituaries:
Connie Mack Booker
Connie Mack Booker passed away to be with the Lord on May 28, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was a paper mill brat. He would say the paper mill smell was like bacon and eggs to him. His father, wife’s father and himself all Retired from St. Regis, then Champion which is now known as International paper. In his younger years he was a volunteer at the Cantonment Fire Department and worked as an EMT for Escambia County. He loved woodworking and fishing. Connie Mack is preceded in death by his father, Wilma T. Booker;...
Mildred Day Jones
Mildred Day Jones, 94 of Atmore, AL, passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2019, in Atmore, AL. She worked as a manager of the fabric department at T.G.& Y and was a supervisor at Vanity Fair Mills. She was born on November 17, 1924, in Covington County, AL to the late John Bernard andVera Dreadin Day. She is preceded by her parents; husband, David Freeman Jones; three brothers, Joel Day, Winston Day and Raymond Day. Survivors include her two sons, David (Rita) Jones and Gerald (Emily) Jones all of Atmore, AL; one brother, Wendell...
Martha Nelson Milstead
Mrs. Martha Nelson Milstead, age 76, of McDavid, FL, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2019 at her home. She was a life-long member of the Century and McDavid communities, and was of the Baptist faith. During her working years, she worked as a seamstress for Vanity Fair Clothing Manufacturing, and as a RN at D.W. McMillan Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Milstead was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Lennie Sue McArthur Nelson, and her husband, Shorty Milstead. She is survived by her daughters, Cathy Milstead of McDavid,...
Lottie Melindy Hall
Lottie Melindy Hall, 102 of Bay Springs, FL, passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2019, in Milton, FL. She was a homemaker. She was born in Escambia County, AL on March 2, 1917, to the late John Thomas and Luella Jernigan Lewis. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Grover Leslie Hall; one son, Grover Hall; three brothers; and five sisters. Survivors include one son, Wendell (Karen) Hall of Pace, FL; two daughters, Eunice (Marion) Bailey of Molino, FL and Bernice (Ralph) Carrick of Lexington, NC; nine grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren;...
Melanie Kinman Owens
Mrs. Melanie Kinman Owens, age 46, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2019, in Atmore, Alabama. Mrs. Owens was a native and lifelong resident of Atmore, AL. She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and niece. She was a member of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, the Atmore Apostolic Church, loved music, travel and the beach. She is preceded in death by her mother, Myrtis McGhee Kinman; paternal grandparents, Quincy and Elizabeth Kinman and maternal grandparents, Levi and Treacy McGhee. She is survived by her father, David...
Charles Harold Therrell
Mr. Charles Harold Therrell, age 72, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2019 at his home in Century, Florida. Mr. Therrell was a native of Rahway, NJ and had resided in Century, FL for the past 40 years. He was retired from the Alabama National Guard with 28 years of service, was a veteran of the Vietnam Conflict serving with the U.S. Air Force and was a member of the Century First Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his wife of 39 years, Wanda Brown Therrell and father, Jerome Therrell. He is survived by his mother, Mary...
Julius James Flowers
Mr. Julius James Flowers, age 99, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2019, in Bay Minette, Alabama. Mr. Flowers was a native of Monroe County, AL, former resident of Goodway, AL and had resided in Spanish Fort, AL for the past 10 years. He was a hard working father, loved to farm, from daylight to dark and was a very minute (impatience) person. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Willie Mae Flowers; son, James Flowers; granddaughter, Samantha Wilkerson; several sisters; one brother; two sons-in-law and his favorite companion,...
Peggy Delores Goodson LaBellarte
Peggy Delores Goodson LaBellarte (momma), 64, of Harrison, Arkansas passed away Monday, May 27, 2019. Peggy was born in Atmore, Alabama. Momma loved to quilt and selflessly sewed hundreds of blankets and clothing for her friends and family. She had four machines to add flair to each unique piece. Two qualities most important that Peggy loved to instill are grace and dignity. She was a loving and caring role model to her daughters. Peggy joins her husband, Nelson LaBellarte, who passed in 2001 as well as her Daddy and Mommy, Fonzie...
Laverne Lee Digmon
Laverne Lee Digmon, 76 of Flomaton, AL, passed away Tuesday June 4, 2019, at her residence. She was retired from Rachel Patterson School as a lunchroom worker. She was born in Atmore, AL, on September 19, 1942, to the late Lewis Alton and Fancha McCullough Byrd. She is preceded in death by parents, husbands Blue Lee and Paul Ray Digmon , siblings, William Byrd, Marion Byrd, Betty Crook, Corrine Walker, Lavina Colbert, and Ola Mae Griggers. Survivors are one son, Butch (Sandy) Lee of Flomaton, AL, daughter Pam White of Flomaton,...
Steven Wayne Carter
Mr. Steven Wayne Carter, age 44, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2019, in Destin, Florida. Mr. Carter was a native of Ocean Port, NJ, former resident of Byrneville, FL and had resided in Jay, FL for the past six years. He was a 1992 graduate of Century High School, a member of the Jay, FL band boosters and the Pine Level Baptist Church. He was employed with CSX Railroad for the past 13 years. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Sanford C. and Alice Bush and Lance and Nina Carter. He is survived by his parents, Lance C....
Cecil Ronald Rhinehart
Mr. Cecil Ronald “Ronnie” Rhinehart, age 72, passed away Monday, May 20, 2019, at his home in Canoe, Alabama. Mr. Rhinehart was a native and former resident of Mobile, AL and had resided in Canoe, AL since 1981. Daddy has always taught us to love God, family, country, and to respect other people. He was an avid golfer, fisherman, woodworker and our ultimate repairman for materialistic or life lessons. He was a great daddy, husband, and the most awesome granddaddy. In respect to our life lesson of loving this country he instilled...
Tammy K. Nichols
Tammy K. Nichols passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2019 at the age of 59. She was born on May 1, 1960 in Flomaton, Alabama. She married Dennis Nichols and raised two children, Kevin and Ashley Nichols. Tammy loved her family, her friends, the mountains, music, dancing, camping, and going to concerts with close friends and family. During her time on earth she touched many lives. Tammy’s brave battle with Cancer was a testimony to her strength. She will be forever treasured and remembered by her family, friends and loved ones....
Helmut Maucher
Helmut Maucher, 89 of Cantonment, passed away on May 26, 2019. Helmut was born in Dramburg, Germany. He came to the United States in 1955 where he served in the US Army, 101st Airborne division. He married Maria Luise Haydl and had three sons: Paul, Michael and Martin. Helmut worked as an electrician at the International Paper Mill in Cantonment for 25 years before retiring in 1995. Although retired, he remained working in the community on others’ houses and a horse farm because he always liked helping people. He also...
Louis E. Dumas
Louis E. Dumas, 92 of Gonzalez, passed away Saturday, May 19, 2019. Louis was born and grew up in Thomasville, AL. He joined the Army after graduating from high school. Louis was in Italy when WWII ended. He played semi-pro baseball for the Thomasville Ramblers. He graduated from Auburn and coached for two years at Fulton High in AL, then five years as an investigator for the Alabama Farm Bureau. Louis came to Pensacola in 1957 and taught math at Blount Junior High and got his master’s at the University of Southern Mississippi. He...
Charles D. Bryan
Ret. Lt. Col. Charles D Bryan, born October 13, 1923, died peacefully at his home in [i]Mobile on May 18, 2019. He is survived by loving his wife of 73 years, Louise Strickland Bryan; two sons: Chuck Bryan (Bonnie) of Mobile and Ret. Lt. Col. Gary D. Bryan (Connie) of Las Vegas, NV (formerly of Pensacola, FL. four grandchildren: Charles L. Bryan, Jr. (Julie), Fairhope AL; Layne Bryan Abee (Aaron), Smithville, TX; Lt. Col. Marcus Bryan (Tracie), Pensacola, FL and Sara Bryan, Las Vega, N; seven great grandchildren: Christopher,...
Samuel Edgar “Red” Killam
Mr. Samuel Edgar “Red” Killam, age 92, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2019 in Century, Florida. Mr. Killam was a native and life long resident of Byrneville, FL. Mr. Killam was self employed as a farmer, enjoyed working with his cows, gardening, and a veteran of WWII and was of the Assembly of God Faith. He worked with Smith Construction and was employed with Jack Smith as a carpenter. He is preceded in death by his wife, Sibyl Killam; mother, Dora Lee Killam; father, Sam Killam and nephew, Bubba Hayles. He is survived...
Shirley Jean Turner
Mrs. Shirley Jean Turner, age 60, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at her home in Atmore, Alabama. Mrs. Turner was a native and life long resident of Atmore, AL. Shirley was an exceptional wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great grandmother. She was an avid shopper who also enjoyed tubing and being at the creek with her family and friends. She was a great friend and was always helping others. She will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her father, Milford J. Jordan;...
Marvin Lewis Sanders
Marvin Lewis Sanders, 79 of Bratt, FL. passed away Sunday May 19, 2019, in Century, FL. He was a paper makerer with Plastic Coated Paper Company, born in Robinsonville, AL, on March 31, 1940, to the late A.D. and Maggieleen Marrow Sanders. He was a member of Oak Grove Church of Christ. Preceded by his parents, and a daughter, Nelline Steel. Survivors are, his wife, of 57 Years Rita Berry Sanders of Bratt, FL; son, Michael Eric (Jill) Sanders of Bell, FL; two sisters, Louverne Starkie of Century, FL, and Mary Ethel Smith of...
William “Bill” John Hubner, Jr.
William “Bill” John Hubner, Jr., passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2019. Bill owned Quality Wholesale Cars in Pensacola for over twenty years. He enjoyed boating, skiing, snow skiing and being outdoors. He is preceded in death by his father, John Hubner, Sr. and his brother, David Paul Hubner. He is survived by his two sons, David Hubner (Holly) and John Guthrie (Courtney); two grandchildren, Ella Parker Guthrie and Anna Kate Guthrie; former wife, JoAnn Hubner; mother, Loretta Ann Hubner and his sister, Donna Scarborough (David). Visitation...
Mr. J.C. Marshall
Mr. J.C. Marshall, age 85, passed away May 13, 2019 at his home in Canoe, Alabama. Mr. Marshall was a native and life long resident of Canoe, AL. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, loved Alabama Football and was a member of the Canoe First Baptist Church. He worked for Stuckey Oil Company with 20 years of service, had his own truck that he leased to Genie Trucking Company for 6 years and worked at the Creek Travel Plaza in maintenance. He is preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and two...
Teresa Langley Allen
Teresa Langley Allen, 66, of Molino Florida, went to be with the Lord, May 13, 2019. Mrs. Allen was a native of Florida. She retired from the State of Florida Department of Children and Family to travel the country with her soul mate David Allen. They had many wonderful adventures and made a lifetime of memories. Many of those with their son, Jay and granddaughter, Alyssa. Teresa will be missed forever. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wiley and Wilma Langley; sister, Toni Woodall; and her son, John Russell Allen. Survivors...
Kenneth Lee McDade
Kenneth Lee McDade, 68 of Nokomis, FL. passed away on Sunday May 12, 2019 at His residence. He was an Chemical Operator, born in Memphis, TN, on June 24, 1950 to the late Charles and Helen Johnson McDade. He is preceded in death by His Parents, Brothers, Jerry McDade and Larry McDade Sisters, Henriette Baldwin and Cheryl Graham. Survivors His wife, Wilma Phillips Waters of Nokomis, Fl. One Son, Christopher McDade of Loxley, AL A Step-Son, Joseph Hubbird of Nokomis, FL. Two Daughters, Wendy Rolin of Loxley, AL Amy Bartee of...
David Parente
On May 2, 2019, David was called to be with our Lord. David was born on October 28, 1986, in Pensacola, Florida. David comes from a huge Portuguese family and leaves behind a beautiful daughter; his mini-me, Emmerie Jane. Anyone who knew David, knew his infectious cheese-smile, knew he always had a fresh haircut, a joke flying out of his mouth and would be the life of any party, along with his brother Michael. His heart was bigger than life and he will be missed dearly. David is preceded in death by his mother, Carla Parente;...
Roger Glenn Dockens
Roger Glenn Dockens, age 19, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2019, in Bratt, Florida. Roger was a native of Pensacola, FL and had resided in Bratt, FL for most of his life. He was a member of the Bratt First Baptist Church and former student at Northview High School. He is preceded in death by his mother, Amanda Sue Dockens. He is survived by his father, Rodney G. Dockens of Bratt, FL; maternal grandparents, Joe (Soksu) Snyder of Martin, KY; paternal grandparents, Roger Glenn Dockens, Sr. of Bratt, FL and Ethel Jannice Dockens...
Vickie Leigh Hartzog
Child of God, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and so many more are just a few of the roles she treasured the most in her life. Vickie was one of the most selfless individuals anybody would meet. She had a heart of gold and a demeanor to match. She loved worshiping God, adored her husband Steve, treasured her daughter Brittany, and loved her grandkids, Peyton and Abby as if they were her own. Next to God, family was her all. She was born in Mount Airy, North Carolina, Andy Griffith country, and had an accent to match....