NorthEscambia.com Obituaries:
Susan Anne Walker
Mrs. Susan Anne Walker, age 65, passed away, Sunday, October 20, 2024, in Walnut Hill, FL, surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 18, 1959, in Jay, FL, and has resided most of her life in McDavid, FL. She was a gaming supervisor with Wind Creek with many years of service. She loved spending her days fishing, often sharing the peaceful experience with her children and grandchildren. Family time was important to her, whether it was cheering on her grandkids at their sports events or enjoying cozy nights together...
Clifton Herman Dunsford
Mr. Clifton Herman Dunsford, age 79, passed away, Friday, October 18, 2024 in Century, FL, surrounded by his family. He was born January 14, 1945, in Jay, FL, and has resided most of his life in Century. He was a retired supervisor with Wayne Dalton Doors with many years of service. Mr. Dunsford was a man of many passions. He loved fishing and hunting, often spending his weekends outdoors, enjoying nature. As a skilled boat mechanic, he spent countless hours tinkering with engines and fixing up boats, which brought him a lot...
James L. Weatherford
James L. Weatherford, 74, of Cantonment, passed peacefully on October 16, 2024 after a lengthy medical battle. Services will be held at Pine Forest Assembly of God Church in Cantonment on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 11 a.m. with Pastor Gene Hudson officiating. A luncheon will be held afterwards. Read More →
Ricky S. Wiggins
Ricky S. Wiggins, age 76, passed away October 11, 2024 in Monroeville, Alabama. Ricky was the first born son of Rayford S. and Ellie Wiggins and was blessed with a younger brother, Lamar. He was born into a large extended family who gave love and support his entire life. Ricky lived a rich and fulfilling life, growing up in Cantonment, Florida. He was a people person as evidenced by his many friends made during his lifetime. People were never strangers, just new friends. Ricky loved hunting, fishing, but most of all, just getting...
Gloria Jean Sanspree
Mrs. Gloria Jean Sanspree, age 76, passed away, Thursday, October 17, 2024 in Canoe, AL; surrounded by her family. She was born May 2, 1948 in Bay Minette, AL; and has resided most of her life in Canoe. She attended Canoe First Baptist Church and retired as a administrative assistant for the Board of Education for many years. Mrs. Sanspree was a woman of many passions. She loved spending her time in the garden, planting and nurturing beautiful flowers that brightened her home. In the kitchen, she shared her love through cooking,...
Roger Martine Orth
Roger Martine Orth, M.D., beloved husband, father, grandfather, and retired physician, passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2024, leaving a legacy of compassion, knowledge, and service. Born and raised in La Grange, IL, Roger was the son of Frederick William Orth and Marguerite Colombe Martine, both of whom he now joins in rest. He is survived by his devoted wife, Barbara Maner; his siblings, Fred (Cheri) and Eileen (Cliff); his children, Roger (Ashley), Robyn (Surya), and Ashton (Brett). To his five cherished grandchildren –...
Lana ‘Carole’ Magaha Barnes
Lana “Carole” Magaha Barnes, born December 6, 1942 to John and Texie Magaha in Jay Florida, went to her eternal rest on Saturday, September 28, 2024. She was surrounded by her family in her home in Tyler, Texas in her final days and is now reunited with her parents and three beloved sisters. Carole graduated from Jay High School in 1960 and over the years kept in touch with her many friends, family and classmates from her hometown as she returned frequently for class and family reunions. She married a naval aviator in 1962...
Carolyn Aniece Sutton Settle Thompson
Carolyn Aniece Sutton Settle Thompson was born to Adolph Sutton, Sr., and Olbia Ouida Patterson Sutton on November 30, 1939. Carolyn was born in Albany, NY, but moved with her family back to Atmore, AL, in 1941. She attended school and graduated from Escambia County High School in 1957. A life well lived came to an end on Thursday, October 10, 2024. Although suffering from Alzheimer’s, heart issues landed Carolyn in the hospital. Her daughters showed up, and loved Carolyn through her illness. On the day she was to be...
Bernice Duncan ‘Mee Maw’ Respres
Bernice Duncan “Mee Maw” Respress, age 97, of Atmore, AL passed away on October 13, 2024 in Century, FL. She was born on September 8, 1927 in Opp, AL to Robert Levi and Rosa Lee Reeves Duncan. She attended First Baptist Church of Atmore and was a member of the Order of Eastern Star Clayton Chapter #306 Huxford, AL since 1959 where she served as secretary from 1959 until 2011. She also was employed with the Escambia County Alabama Tax Collector’s Probate Office. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Alvis...
Donald Eugene Winingar
Mr. Donald Eugene Winingar, 75, of McDavid, Florida, went to be with his Lord and Savior October 8, 2024. Born on January 4, 1949, Don lived a life marked by service, dedication, and love for his family. A proud veteran, Don served in the U.S. Navy as a parachute rigger, where he developed a strong sense of duty and a love for his country. After his military service, he spent many years as a cross-country truck driver, experiencing the vast beauty of the nation he loved so much. In his later years, Don worked for Escambia County...
Brenda Bowers Tarin
Brenda Bowers Tarin, age 72, of Cantonment, Florida passed away from cancer on October 5, 2024. She was born on July 14, 1952, in Pensacola, Florida to William Roy and Barbara Bowers. She grew up in Pensacola but spent a lot of time in Texas. Brenda worked at several places and was always busy wherever she was working. She had a love of Mexican food and fixed her super hot sauce for friends. It made their mouths burn, but they all laughed about it and still enjoyed every bite. She also liked to look at Christmas decorations,...
Donald Eugene Winingar
Mr. Donald Eugene Winingar, 75, of McDavid, Florida, went to be with his Lord and Savior October 8, 2024. Born on January 4, 1949, Don lived a life marked by service, dedication, and love for his family. A proud veteran, Don served in the U.S. Navy as a parachute rigger, where he developed a strong sense of duty and a love for his country. After his military service, he spent many years as a cross-country truck driver, experiencing the vast beauty of the nation he loved so much. In his later years, Don worked for Escambia County...
Melody Gay Calder
Melody Gay Calder, 65 of McDavid, passed away October 7th, 2024. She was born in Panama City, Florida Bay county on September 26th, 1959 to Joseph John Calder, and Ida Mae Calder. Melody had her own cleaning business for 26 years. She was a member of The Muscogee Nation of Florida and had a passion for her work, toys and collectibles, genealogy, Native American history, reading books, sewing and cooking. But the thing she was most passionate about was her family. Melody was the hardest working, and least selfish person that you...
Linda Sue Wiggins
Mrs. Linda Sue Wiggins, age 67, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024, in Pensacola, Florida. A native of Pensacola, Florida and lifelong resident of Atmore, Alabama, and McDavid, Florida. Mrs. Wiggins found immense joy in fishing, visiting the creek, and spending time at the beach. She cherished the art of cooking, crafting homemade candies, and baking cakes, particularly during the festive season. Planting flowers and witnessing their growth and vibrant blooms brought her great delight. Her beloved pets held a special place...
Sharon A. Moffitt
Sharon A. Moffitt, 72, of Aledo, Illinois passed away Friday, October 11, 2024 at Genesis East Medical Center in Davenport, Iowa. Visitation will be from 3:00 to 6:00 PM, Thursday, October 17, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Aledo. The Funeral Service will be 11:00 AM, Friday, October 18, 2024 at the First Baptist Church of Aledo. Burial will be in Aledo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be left to the First Baptist Church of Aledo Building Fund. Online condolences can be made at www.fippingerfuneralhome.com. Sharon was...
Brenda Bowers Tarin
Brenda Bowers Tarin, age 72, of Cantonment, Florida passed away from cancer on October 5, 2024. She was born on July 14, 1952, in Pensacola, Florida to William Roy and Barbara Bowers. She grew up in Pensacola but spent a lot of time in Texas. Brenda worked at several places and was always busy wherever she was working. She had a love of Mexican food and fixed her super hot sauce for friends. It made their mouth’s burn, but they all laughed about it and still enjoyed every bite. She also liked to look at Christmas decorations,...
Hosea Harrison ‘Sandy’ Sanspree, Jr.
Mr. Hosea Harrison “Sandy” Sanspree, Jr, age 60, passed away, Saturday, October 5, 2024 in Atmore, AL; surrounded by his family at his bedside. He was a lifelong resident of Atmore, AL. Mr. Sanspree was a dedicated Auburn University Football enthusiast who devoted numerous hours to outdoor activities such as hunting and visiting the creek, where he savored his time indulging in watermelon. He cherished the moments shared with his loved ones and close friends, finding great joy in their company. Additionally, he enjoyed watching...
Terry Louis Elkins
Terry Louis Elkins, age 80, from Atmore, Alabama left this world for his Heavenly home on October 6, 2024. He was a U.S Army Veteran who served during the Vietnam War and later retired from Ford Motor Company in Louisville, KY. He was born in Bedford, Indiana to Thelma Rose and Wayne Edgar Elkins on March 10, 1944. He married Sylvia Diane Barlow on November 13, 1964 and fathered two children: Erica (Donald) Little of Atmore, Alabama, and Kimberly (Rodney) Johnson of Perdido, Alabama. Five grandchildren: Joshua Husband of Atmore,...
Clara Eloise Copeland
Clara Eloise Copeland, or Ms. Eloise as her students called her on her bus routes, was a lifetime resident of Atmore. She was born in Booneville Alabama of humble beginnings with a heart of gold. She knew the value of hard work from picking cotton to working at the potato shed for the Frisco railroad. She later followed in her father’s footsteps and drove a school bus for over 40 years. She loved dancing, being outdoors, whether it was working in her yard planting a multitude of things or floating on the river fishing from...
Frankie Redmon Walden
Frankie Redmon Walden was born on March 2, 1942, in Florala, Alabama, to Jack Redmon and Addie Leonard Cassidy. She graduated from Covington County High School in 1960. Frankie worked at various jobs throughout her life. During high school, she worked at the West Five & Dime Store. After high school, she worked for the Southern Bell Phone Company in Miami and Pensacola. Later, she worked at Bill’s Dollar Store after moving back to Florala. In 1972, she returned to Pensacola, where she opened Walden’s Day Care, which...
Francis ‘Ray’ Coffey
Francis “Ray” Coffey, 76, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on October 3, 2024. Ray was born on June 27, 1948, in Chariton, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his parents, Billy Watson Coffey and Olive “Maxine” Coffey Street, in-laws Kenneth and Virginia Kyner and grandsons Spencer Bourgeois and Cody Coffey. He is survived by his beloved wife, Janice Kyner Coffey, and their children Nicole (Chad) Rigby, Carrie (Richard) Meredith, and Jonathan (Sydney) Coffey. He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren: Ashton, Addyson,...
Marilyn Strickland Ward
Marilyn Strickland Ward, age 85, and a lifelong resident of Walnut Hill, FL, passed away on October 4, 2024. She was born on July 17, 1939, to Elliott and Gladys Wiggins Strickland. Marilyn was a graduate of Ernest Ward High School and a lifelong member of Walnut Hill Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Royce Ward and two of her siblings, Don Strickland, and Mary Lou Faircloth Wiggins. Marilyn is survived by her children, Brett (Susan) Ward of Walnut Hill, FL, Horace (Lisa) Ward of Birmingham,...
James ‘Jim’ C. Falkenstein Jr.
James ‘Jim’ C. Falkenstein Jr., residence of Molino, FL passed away on October 2, 2024, at the age of 69. Jim was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on August 8, 1955, to Jim and Ellen Falkenstein. He was married to Annette Faircloth Falkenstein for 44 years. Jim proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He served at multiple duty stations, including tours of duty on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower and USS Saratoga Aircraft Carriers. Upon retirement, he continued his studies with the Bible College of Florida and the University...
Elena D. Guttmann
Elena D. Guttmann, 70, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. She was born in Cebu City, Philippines, on April 21, 1954, to the late Basilio and Rosario Diaz. Elena worked for Parisian’s Department Store. She then owned and operated her own bridal shop for 17 years where she enjoyed meeting her customer’s needs for wedding gowns, formal wear, and any other clothing for special occasions. She had a love for gardening, floral arranging, and helping her customers. She is preceded in death by...
Carolyn Fay Parker
Mrs. Carolyn Fay Parker (Bailey), aged 82, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2024, in Tallahassee, FL, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 11, 1942, in Ardmore, AL. In 1962, she married Mr. William “Ralph” Parker, and they enjoyed 63 years of marriage, with 33 years in Evergreen, AL, before moving back to Bratt, FL, where they lived for the past 26 years. Mrs. Parker worked her way up to a supervisor position at Steven Roberts Manufacturing, where she worked for many years before retiring. Mrs. Parker...
