NorthEscambia.com Obituaries:
Wallace Ray Byrd
Mr. Wallace Ray Byrd, who was 79 years old, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, in Atmore, Alabama. He was originally from Oak Grove, Florida, but spent most of his life in Atmore. Mr. Byrd was a cherished member of Stockton Baptist Church, where he found community and support throughout the years. His presence will be missed by all who knew him. He was a passionate outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. With skilled hands, he worked as a carpenter and was also talented in paint and body work. As a member of the Masonic...
Alex Blake Jay
Alex Blake Jay, age 33, of Stapleton, AL, passed away on January 27, 2026. Alex was born April 13, 1992, in Birmingham, AL, to Randall Eugene and Joyce Thompson Jay. He loved the outdoors and cherished time hunting with his dad and his special friends, Lester Scott and Billy Franklin. Alex is preceded in death by his grandparents, Willard and Ann Thompson, and Mary Jay. He is survived by his parents, Randy and Joyce Jay of Stapleton, AL; his brothers, Michael (Abby) Jay of Daphne, AL, and Stephen Craig Jay of Tulsa, OK; his sister,...
Gertrude Smith
Gertrude Smith, age 97, of Atmore, AL, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026, in Foley, Alabama. She was born to Ruby and Ollie Moye on December 25, 1928. She was a graduate of Escambia County in Atmore, AL. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Atmore, AL., where she cherished her church family and friendships. A devoted stay-at-home mother, she poured her life into caring for her family. Her home was always immaculate: a reflection of the pride and love she put into everything she did. She would do anything...
Mallory Jerome ‘Buck’ Chavers
Mallory Jerome “Buck” Chavers, age 71, of Hanceville, AL, passed away on January 27, 2026. Mallory was born on June 13, 1954. He served in the United States Marine Corps and had a career in the trucking industry. Buck is preceded in death by his father, Ramond Chavers. Buck is survived by his children, Scott (Racheal) Chavers, Justin Chavers, Josh (Caitlin) Chavers, Dallas (Leah) Chavers, Jenny (John) O’Connell, and Penny (Dane) Larsen; his siblings, Bobby (Melinda) Chavers, Bruce (Tina) Chavers, and Marcella Chavers,...
Norma Jean McCall Taylor
Norma Jean McCall Taylor passed away on January 25, 2026, with her two daughters at her side. Norma was born in Century, FL, on August 5, 1943. Growing up in Oak Grove, she graduated from Earnest Ward High School in 1961, following her marriage to Johnnie Taylor on May 31, 1963. She lived the majority of her adult life in Atmore, AL, where she and Johnnie ran Taylor Construction and Mini storage until their retirement. She lived the past four years in Monroeville, AL. Norma was a faithful member of the Atmore Church of Christ,...
Martha Angelia Clark
Martha Angelia Clark, 78, originally of Atmore, AL, passed away on Saturday, January 24th, 2026, in Georgia. She was born on October 15th, 1947, in Brewton, AL to the late Huba Moore Clark and Ethel Kirkland Clark. Angelia lived a life rooted in faith, devoted to Christ, and guided by the teachings of the Holy Bible. She was especially comforted by Psalm 91 all her life. She always had an infectious smile, a warm hug and a kind word for everyone. She was deeply loved by her children and her family. She was preceded in death...
Tom Sidler
Tom Sidler, 63, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away on January 19, 2026, in Black Hawk County, Iowa. Born on April 4, 1962, in Newport News, Virginia, to Edward Sidler and Barbara Crowe Sidler, Tom was raised in Cedar Falls, Iowa, where he graduated from Cedar Falls High School. He later earned a degree in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University and built a long and respected career in the transportation, construction, and aggregates industries. For more than four decades, he held leadership and management roles while residing...
Lillian Mayson Laue
Lillian Mayson Laue, of Atmore, AL, passed away on January 16, 2026. Lillian was born on February 12, 1928, to the late C. Clifford Mayson and Kathryn F. Bremer. She was a homemaker who enjoyed puzzles, knitting, especially Christmas socks, and was a member of Saint Andrew’s Atmore Anglican Church in Atmore, AL. Lillian is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles Wheeler Laue; and her sister, June Frances Crawford. She is survived by her daughter, Linda Bumann, of Atmore, AL; granddaughter, Terri Laue; and great-grandson,...
Carole Jo Bayne Brouillette
Carole Jo Bayne Brouillette transitioned peacefully to her heavenly home on January 1, 2026. Born in Chicago on September 6, 1942, Carole spent most of her life in Florida, where she built a life filled with love, resilience, and service to others. Carole was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Bayne and Frances Whedon, sisters Zoet and Cynthia, brother Seth; and Evelyn Brouillette, who lovingly adopted Carole years ago. She is survived by children: John (Tina) Jenkins of Lake City, FL; Terri Jenkins of Pensacola, FL; and...
Kathleen Patricia Gilchrist Findley
Kathleen Patricia Gilchrist Findley, 76, of Wawbeek, AL., passed away on January 19, 2026. Kathleen was born on July 18, 1949, in New Orleans, LA., to Wilson Gilchrist Sr. and Avis Ammons. She was a retired registered nurse, and it was her passion to help and care for others. She was a member of Vision Church in Flomaton, AL. Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ted Findley, Sr.; two brothers and four sisters. She is survived by her son, Teddy (Heather) Findley, Jr., of Mobile, AL; her daughter, Tara...
Terry Lynn Cumbie
Terry Lynn Cumbie, 61, of Little River, Alabama, was born in Atmore, Alabama, and lived life with laughter, speed, and a generous heart. Terry was truly the life of the party—always quick with a joke, a story, or a grin that could light up a room. A natural daredevil, he loved to go fast and live boldly, never shying away from adventure. He was an avid outdoorsman who found his greatest peace in the woods or on the water, hunting, fishing, and tending to his garden. One of his greatest joys was sharing the fruits of his...
Margaret Eylene Pack
Mrs. Margaret Eylene Pack, age 80, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, in Atmore, Alabama. Four years prior, she made the move from Walnut Hill to Atmore and was an active member of Dry Springs Community Church. A talented seamstress and an author, she cherished her family deeply and dedicated herself to her church community. She enjoyed spending her leisure time playing games and solving puzzles, and often took walks to the nearby creek. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rudolph and Mary Maholovich Howell; her...
Edna Ruth Johnson
Edna Ruth Johnson, 91, of McCullough, AL, passed away on January 10, 2026. Edna was born on November 15, 1934, to Benjamin Jack Norris and Ola Mae Robinson in Castleberry, AL. Edna was a retired bus driver with the Escambia County Alabama School Board. She was a devout Christian and a member of McCullough Christian Center. She cherished her family and loved spending time with her kids and grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Erbie S. Johnson; two brothers; two sisters; and her granddaughter, Nacole...
Melissa Jean Whatley
Melissa Jean Whatley went back many names. Mama Lissa, Aunt EE, GG, and seester. She was born on June 11, 1968 in Atmore, AL. She was a hardworking, loving, and compassionate person. Some of her favorite things included playing with her grandkids, making fun of her brother, watching Alabama football, and being there for her family when they needed her. She is preceded in death by her mother Jean Wells, father Robbie Whatley, and brother Michael Whatley. She leaves behind a beautiful family. Her children Leanne (Jacob) Bedsaul,...
Charles Monroe Young
Charles Monroe (Monty/Shake) Young, 58, of Molino, FL, left us too soon on January 1, 2026, peacefully at home with his wife. Monty was born on Mar 24, 1967, in Athens, Ohio to Deanna Sue Young, but raised by his grandparents, Helen and Charles Young, with his 3 aunts, Sharon, Linda and Carol Young. He went to high school in Athens, Ohio and took the mechanic class at Tri-County Vocational School. He established a trucking business with his family in 1999, CVC Young & Son Transport, but currently was employed by Escambia...
Teresa Faye Stokes
Mrs. Teresa Faye Stokes, aged 69, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026, in Milton, Florida. For the past 32 years, she called the Byrneville community her home. Teresa retired from the Atmore Nursing Center, where her compassion shone through. She had a passion for cooking and enjoyed attending Bingo games. Her favorite pastimes included watching cooking and crime shows. She cherished caring for others and treasured the moments spent with her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, L.W. Flowers and Virginia...
Jean Edna Tesch Guidy
Jean Edna Tesch Guidy, 95, went home to our Lord, at home, with her loving family. She was born in Kearny, New Jersey to Lt. Cmdr. Paul Tesch and wife, Edna Mae. She was a “Navy Bratt” raised for most of her formative years in the Panama Canal Zone. This is where she got her love of horses and her first pony. She started training jungle ponies and taking sailors out on trail rides. She attended Auburn University Veterinary School for 2 ½ years, then was deferred due to soldiers from the Korean War returning and attending...
James ‘Jimbo’ E. Horan Sr.,
James “Jimbo” E. Horan Sr., age 64 of Molino, Florida, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 8, 2026. He was born March 9, 1961, in Pensacola, FL the son of the late Thomas Edward Horan and Doris Marie Horan. Jimbo worked for Escambia County as a building inspector in the North end of the county from May 2005 until his retirement in November 2023. Prior to that he was a baseball coach, home builder, cabinet maker, farmer and mechanic essentially there was no job too big for him to handle. His hobbies included...
Connie Charlene Rigby
Mrs. Connie Charlene Rigby, 77, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. A native and lifelong resident of McDavid, Florida, Connie was well-loved in her community. She was a member of Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church, where she found joy and support throughout her life. Her warmth and kindness will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She had a heart full of love for many things in life. Bowling brought her joy, just like cooking delicious meals for her family. Her animals were a big part of her...
Susan Margaret Hardin
Susan Margaret Hardin, passed away on January 8, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on December 17, 1947, she brought joy and warmth to all who knew her. Susan was preceded in death by her parents, William Aubrey Lynch and Hazel Hope Rush. She is survived by her beloved husband of 60 years, Robert Ray Hardin. Together, they built a loving family that includes their children: Susan Catherine “Cathy” Hardin, Becky Dawn (Rodney) Cory-Kuhns, John Stuart (Aimee) Hardin, Matthew David (Jesse) Hardin, and Jeffrey Paul (Monica)...
James Earl Vickery
James Earl Vickery passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025, in Cottage Hill, Florida. James Earl was the beloved son of Charlie and Lizzie Vickery and was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers: Wilburn Vickery, Coy Vickery, Troy Vickery; and his sisters, Alice Daniels, Jo McCurdy and Estelle Shelby. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Vickery; son, Steven Vickery (Donna); his daughter, Suzanne Perry (Aaron); his loving grandchildren: Megan Porter, Rachel Logan (Joshua); his great grandchildren, James Thomas Porter...
Charlotte Weaver Toop
Charlotte Weaver Toop, age 78, of Molino, Florida, passed away on January 7, 2025, at her home in Molino, lovingly surrounded by her family and her husband of 53 years. Charlotte was born in McDavid, Florida, at her family home, to Charlie Weaver and Thelma Jane Weaver. She was the youngest of twelve children. From an early age, her life was grounded in faith, family, and a love for others. She was known for her faithfulness to Christ, our Lord and Savior, and for the deep love she had for her husband, children, grandchildren,...
Senovia Velos Tyler
Senovia Velos Tyler, born February 13, 1928, in El Paso, Texas to Senovio Velos and Tomasa Vega, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026. She will be remembered for her sharp wit, cleanliness, cooking skills and love of her family. She is preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Buford M. Tyler, and 5 of her 11 children: James Bailey (Lalo), Elaine McDuffy, Gail Warne, Charles (Bobby) Tyler, and Dorothy O’Donovan. Survivors include: Barbara Arend of Leesburg, Georgia; Melvin (Peggy) Tyler of Dothan, Alabama; David...
Marcus Craig Vaughn
Marcus Craig Vaughn, age 71, passed away on January 3, 2026, at his residence in Atmore, AL, with his wife by his side. Marcus was born on June 30, 1954, in Pensacola, FL. Marcus was raised in Bratt, FL, and graduated from Ernest Ward High School. Marcus served as Fire Medic Captain with the Fire Medic Division in Montgomery, AL, retiring after twenty years of service. Marcus enjoyed his career with his fellow brothers and sisters, especially sharing his career experiences with everyone. He also loved fishing, gardening,...
Marcus Craig Vaughn
Marcus Craig Vaughn, age 71, passed away on January 3, 2026, at his residence in Atmore, AL, with his wife by his side. Marcus was born on June 30, 1954, in Pensacola, FL. Marcus was raised in Bratt, FL, and graduated from Ernest Ward High School. Marcus served as Fire Medic Captain with the Fire Medic Division in Montgomery, AL, retiring after twenty years of service. Marcus enjoyed his career with his fellow brothers and sisters, especially sharing his career experiences with everyone. He also loved fishing, gardening, and...