NorthEscambia.com Obituaries:
Georgina Ann Brady
Georgina Ann Brady, 41, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away Saturday, October 14, 2017. Georgina was born in Washington, DC, February 29, 1976. She was a graduate of Tate High School and married her high school sweetheart, Chris Brady, Sr. She was a successful business owner of “Temp Connections”. Gina loved Jesus and loved her children and family. She is preceded in death by her son, Nicholas Ryan Brady and her grandparents, Margarite and Dominic DiFabrizio. She is survived by her children, Christopher Brady, Jr....
John David Cotton, Sr.
John David Cotton, Sr.,84, of Walnut Hill, passed away October 16, 2017, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Mr. Cotton was born in Brewton, AL, September 12, 1933. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He retired as a chemical operator from Monsanto after 38 years of employment. He was a member of the Walnut Hill Baptist Church. Mr. Cotton was preceded in death by his parents, K.D. Cotton and Evelyn Lanier-Cotton, and his wife of 58 years, Joyce Green-Cotton. Survivors include three children,...
Estelle Maria Bolen
Mrs. Estelle Maria Bolen, age 80 of Century, FL passed away on Monday, October 9, 2017, at the Century Health & Rehabilitation Center in Century, FL. Mrs. Bolen was a native of Blacklick, OH and a resident of the Century community for 55 years coming from Columbus, OH. She was a homemaker and a member of Pine Barren Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Curness Neal Bolen of Century, FL; sons, Curness Rae (Ruth Anne) Bolen of Century, FL and Wade Carlson (Joyce) Bolen of Quitman, MS; five grandchildren;...
Miranda Lee Kimmons
Mrs. Miranda Lee Kimmons, 37, passed away Friday, October 6, 2017 in Mobile, Alabama. Mrs. Kimmons was a native and former resident of Century, FL and has resided in Wilmer, AL for the past 5 years. She was a loving mother, sister, aunt and friend. She is preceded in death by her mother, Sharon Payne, daddy, Marvin Earl Kimmons, grandmother, Kitty Kimmons, grandfather, Buck Godwin and a daughter, Talia Barrow. She is survived by her three daughters, Tamara Barrow of Wilmer, AL, Jordan Evans of Wilmer, AL and Jayden Wilson of...
Kara Christina Milstid
Kara Christina Milstid, 42, of Milton, Florida, passed on to a better place on October 07, 2017, after an auto accident near Jay, FL. Kara was a native of Atmore, AL, where she lived most of her life and graduated high school. Kara was a cosmetologist and later became a medical assistant and worked for Santa Rosa Clinics, in Milton, FL. Kara is survived by her father Tommie Eugene Milstid, and her brother Greg Eugene Milstid. She was preceded in death by her mother Arva Ruth Milstid, and her sister Janet Michelle Milstid. She...
Billy Huskey
Billy Huskey, 80, of Atmore, AL passed away peacefully at home in the early morning of Oct 4, 2017. He is survived by his wife of over 51 years, Patsy and their children Leslie (Gary) Chandler, Tommy Huskey, Ronnie (Christy) Huskey, Will (Haley) Huskey, 11 loving grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Billy is preceded in death by his parents Will and Elizabeth Floyd Huskey, his three sisters and three brothers, and most recently his son John Huskey in 2015. Although he was a very quiet and private man, Billy loved...
Rebecca “Becky” Black
Mrs. Rebecca “Becky” Black, 54, passed away Saturday, October 7, 2017, in Pensacola, FL. Mrs. Black was a native and life long resident of Bogia, FL. She was a member of Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church and loved her animals. She is preceded in death by her parents, Junior and Diane Black and a brother, Joe Black. She is survived by her two sisters, Jean (Hong) Zhang of China and Gail (David) Williamson of Milton, FL; special aunt, Christine Truesdell of McDavid, FL; two aunts, Joan Brooks of McDavid, FL and Louise Cobb...
Thomas A. Martin, age 77, of Cantonment, was called home October 3, 2017. He was born November 26, 1939, in Montgomery, AL, to the late Herbert and Murray Martin. Tom was a 40 year veteran of the Escambia County Sherriff’s Office, where he served through five sheriffs. He was a man everyone loved and respected. Tom spent his retired years hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. He is preceded in death by his parents; siblings Michael Martin and Terrie Young. Those left to cherish his memory are...
Dana Diana Pruitt Chong
Dana Diana Pruitt Chong, 66, of Atmore, AL, gained her angel wings on Saturday, September 30,2017, at Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola, FL. She was a retired branch manager at Mutual Finance Inc. of Atmore for many years. She was born in Centre, AL on January 17, 1951, to the late Howard and Nell Pruitt. She was a member of Destiny Worship Center. She is preceded in death by her parents; her father-in-law, Lee Chong, Sr.; and brother-in-law, John Hammonds. Survivors include her loving and devoted husband, Lee Chong, Jr.; three...
Irma Jean Macs Vestal
Irma Jean Macks Vestal, 75, of Atmore, AL, passed away Sunday, October 1, 2017, in Atmore, AL. She was a homemaker. She was born in Monroe County, AL, on August 13, 1942, to the late Ernest and Bessie Mae Skinner Macks, Sr. She was a member of Crosspoint Church. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Junior Lee Vestal; and one brother, Junior Macks. Survivors include three sons, Jerry Wayne (Bernice) Haskew of Andalusia, AL; Shane (Brenda Cain) Haskew of Brewton, AL, and Ray (Londy) Hines of Flomaton, AL; two daughters,...
C.L. Ellis
C.L. Ellis, of Pensacola, FL passed away Friday September 30, 2017. He was born to the late John C. Ellis and Eva Mae Diamond (Ellis). He served his country honorably in the United States Air Force. He was a hardworking, dedicated family man who loved to laugh and enjoy life. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Ray, Willie Lee, Herbert and Johnnie Ellis; sister, Mammie Lee (Ellis) Smith; daughter, Dawn Marie Ellis; and grandson, John C. Ellis. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Claudia Brewton Ellis;...
Lance Brown
Lance Brown, age 73, of Cantonment, FL, passed away on October 1, 2017. Lance was a retired Marine Lt. Colonel who proudly served his country for 27 years. He served in Vietnam, as well as various Operational and Training Commands throughout his career. Notably he served as a MARINE ONE pilot for Presidents Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan from 1977 to 1981. Lance is preceded in death by his son, John Lancelot Brown, Jr.; and his parents, James Elwin Brown and Edna Pope Brown. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Bobbie Forehand...
Stephen Allen Joiner
Stephen Allen Joiner, age 74, went to his heavenly home Saturday, September 30, 2017. In the late 1960’s, Stephen served in the Air Force Reserves. His career was with CSX from where he retired after 33 years as a conductor. He was a member of the West Florida Lodge #210, enjoyed tending to his garden and loved riding around the neighborhood in his John Deere Gator. Stephen is preceded in death by his parents, Minnie Foster Joiner and Oscar Joiner and his sister, Ethel Joiner Williams. He is survived by his loving wife,...
Andrew Len Gibson
Mr. Andrew Len Gibson, 61, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2017, in Pace, Florida. Mr. Gibson was a native of Pensacola, Florida and had resided in Pace, Florida since 1990. Mr. Gibson was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. When he married Mrs. Terryle he took on her whole family, and helped raise her grandchildren. He put his life on hold for her entire family. He was a wonderful man! They babysat their great-grandchildren as their grandchildren went through college and graduated. The children have...
Martha G. Cleary
Martha G. Cleary, 91, passed away on October 3, 2017. She was born in Metter, GA to Enoch William Garvin and Lonie Johnson Garvin. She met and married Rufus William Cleary in 1945, after his return from WWII as a Corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps. They lived in Savannah, GA until moving to Pensacola, FL in 1956. She retired as a bookkeeper. Martha was a long-time member of East Brent Baptist Church and a member of the Faith Sunday School Class. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents and brother. Martha is survived by...
Winston B. Day
Winston B. Day, 87, of Cantonment, FL, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2017. He was born on April 15, 1930, in Huxford, AL, to the late Bernard and Vera Day. He attended McCullough High School and graduated in 1948. Winston served in the Korean War from 1950 to 1953 and received the Bronze Star. After serving in the United States Army, Winston worked at Monsanto and retired in 1985. He is preceded in death by his wife, Eddis; son, Donnell Day; grandson, Nicholas Stimmell; parents; two brothers, Joel and Raymond Day; and...
William Joseph Philyaw
William Joseph Philyaw, 69 of Atmore, AL, passed away Monday, September 25, 2017, in Fairhope, AL. He was a laborer with lumber. He was born on July 5, 1948, in Flomaton, AL to the late Joe Junior and Louise Odom Philyaw. He is preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Tommy Philyaw and Joe Edward Philyaw. Survivors include his wife, Linda Joyce Foster Philyaw of Atmore, AL; four daughters, Kimberly Mosley, Pamela (Richard Wainwright, Jr) Philyaw, Cindy (Michael) Lawson, Teresa (Jody Henderson) Hayles, and Mary (Kevin)...
Dewey H. Janes
Dewey H. Janes 79 of Atmore, AL, passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2017, in Atmore, AL. He was a maintenance mechanic for Chemstrand/Monsanto. He was born on May 28, 1938, to the late Ernest and Florence Smith Janes. He served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ. He is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Deborah Janes; sisters, Addie B. Johnson, Lois Harris, Eunice Musgrove and Jewel Monie. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Margaret Jefferies Janes of Atmore, AL; two sons,...
Lillian Hadley
Mrs. Lillian Hadley, 74, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2017, in Perdido, Alabama. Mrs. Hadley was a native of Uriah, AL and had resided in Perdido, AL for the past 49 years. She was retired from Vanity Fair with 40 years of service and was of the Holiness Faith. She is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Brooks; and two sons, Timmy and Myron. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Travis Hadley of Perdido, AL; four sons, Travis Dywayne (Rita Darlene) Hadley of Perdido, AL, Christopher Nolin Hadley of...
Herbert Hoover Hall
Herbert Hoover Hall, 89, of Walnut Hill, FL, passed way Thursday, September 21, 2017, in Atmore, AL. He was Owner of Hall’s Store. He was born on August 12, 1928, in Oak Grove, FL to the late James Cliffton and Burlie Buchannon Hall. He attended Presley Street Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Nancy Janelle Hall; and six brothers. Survivors include two sons, Jim C. (Kathy) Hall of Jackson, AL and Tim H. Hall of Seminole, AL; one daughter, Janet (David) Womack of Atmore, AL; four grandchildren,...
Maria Luise Maucher
Maria Luise Maucher, age 86, of Cantonment, FL was called home Thursday, September 21, 2017. She was born March 27, 1931 in Zuckmantel, Romania to her parents, Michael and Maria Haydl. She and her family fled as refugees from Romania to Austria towards the end of WWII. In 1955 she came to live in America. In November of 1960 she married Helmut Maucher. They were happily married for 56 years. Maria loved to knit and cook. She especially loved baking cookies. She will be remembered as a devoted wife and the best mother to her three...
Christopher Glen Jenkins
Christopher Glen Jenkins, age 39, of Pensacola, was called home Thursday, September 21, 2017, with his family at his side. He was born March 13, 1978, in Monroeville, AL to Harley Glen and Diana Jenkins. Chris will be remembered for his dedication to his family, and an undying affinity for Notre Dame Football. He was a proud member of the Showband of the South, and a graduate of Tate High School, Class of ‘96 and PJC. Chris was known as a talented salesman for Bob Tyler Toyota and had a passion for NASCAR and wrestling....
Vernell K. Tims
Vernell K. Tims, 87 of Oak Grove, FL. passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 in Atmore, AL. She was a Homemaker, born in Holland Town, FL. on December 09, 1929 to the late John P. and Carlie Garrett Kimbro. She is preceded in death by Her Parents, Brothers, Earl Kimbro, Howard Kimbro, Nathan Kimbro and Walter Kimbro. A Sister, Elma Ezel. Survivors are: Her Husband, Byron D. Tims of Oak Grove, FL. Two Sons: Dale Tims of Virginia Beach, VA. Clark (Debra Roley) Tims of Robertsdale, AL. One Daughter: Michelle Helton of...
Barbara Holley Dunsford
Mrs. Barbara Holley Dunsford, 71, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2017 in Pensacola, Florida. Mrs. Dunsford was a native of Defuniak Springs, FL and has resided in Bluff Springs, FL for the past 52 years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, friend to everyone and loved the Lord with all her heart. She was retired from the Bratt Elementary School with over 30 years of service and was a member of the Faith Bible Baptist Church, where she was a Sunday School Teacher. She is preceded in death by her...
Mary Virginia Lewis
Mary Virginia Lewis of Berrydale, Florida passed away peacefully at her home on August 16, 2017. She was 86 years old. Mary was born in Hornell, New York to Joseph and Lygia Bolley and was raised in Hornell, New York and Phoenix, Arizona. She was a teacher for over 40 years and touched the lives of hundreds of students. She was married to the love of her life, the late Lamar C. Lewis. Together they raised five children, first in El Cajon, California and then later Berrydale, Florida. Mary was devoted to the Catholic faith and...